Michaela Shadroo, AMFT

Michaela Shadroo is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in San Diego providing compassionate, integrative therapy for people seeking healing and growth. Holding an MA in Counseling Psychology (Marriage and Family Therapy) from National University and a BA in Human Development from UC Davis and Cal State San Marcos, Michaela blends formal training with personal insight to support you in the work you want to do.

You don’t have to walk through life’s challenges alone—whether you’re dealing with stress, overwhelming anxiety, trauma or abuse, perfectionism, self-esteem issues, relationship struggles, or major life transitions. Michaela believes healing begins when you get curious about your inner patterns, confront limiting beliefs, and reclaim safety in your body and with others. She strives to be a steady, compassionate presence as you build a life story that feels authentic, meaningful, and hopeful.

Michaela uses evidence-based, relationship-centered modalities that honor both mind and body. These include EMDR for trauma, Internal Family Systems (IFS) for exploring inner parts, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to deepen emotional connection, and somatic work to ground healing in physical and felt experience. In session, you’ll be welcomed as you are, and together you’ll gently explore where you feel stuck, and what changes might gently shift discomfort into growth and greater ease.

She is especially passionate about helping clients navigating stress & anxiety, healing from abuse and trauma, overcoming perfectionism and self-criticism, improving self-esteem, working through relationship issues, or managing transitions (career, life stage, identity). Under the supervision of Dr. Hedieh Azadmehr, Michaela is committed to providing ethical, client-centered, multicultural care. If you’re ready to explore healing, self-trust, and relational wholeness, Michaela is here to walk alongside you.