Clinical Psychologist · La Jolla, CA
Finding words for what matters most.
Working with adults, seniors, adolescents, and couples to navigate anxiety, depression, relationships, and the full complexity of a human life.
Welcome
A space to understand
and be understood
Whatever has brought you here - anxiety, depression, a relationship that isn't working, a persistent sense that something needs to change - you don't need to face it alone.
For more than three decades, I have worked with individuals to help them find words for their inner experience. Words clarify. Words contain. Words prepare the way for meaningful change.
"The best way out is always through."
- Robert Frost
Services
Psychotherapy tailored
to your needs
Each person's situation is unique. Treatment is shaped around your specific needs, goals, and circumstances - not a template.
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Adolescent Therapy
Family Therapy
I work with
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
Purdue University
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Harvard Medical School
Graduate
Minnesota Psychoanalytic Institute
Faculty Member
San Diego Psychoanalytic Center - Teaching & Supervision
Credentials & Training
Decades of training
in service of your care
Dr. Cutler brings a depth of education and clinical experience that is rare in private practice. His training spans from Purdue and Harvard to psychoanalytic institutes - a foundation that informs every aspect of his therapeutic work.
He is a faculty member of the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center, where he teaches and supervises psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers - a reflection of his commitment to the next generation of clinicians.
wherever
you are
Telehealth
Sessions available
in-person or online
Quality therapy shouldn't be limited by geography or schedule. Dr. Cutler offers secure video sessions for patients who prefer the convenience of meeting from home.
The Process
What to
expect
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. Understanding what the process looks like can make that first call a little easier.
"No matter what you may believe, you have the capacity to grow and create a more meaningful life."
Initial Consultation
We meet to discuss what brings you to therapy, what you're hoping to achieve, and whether we're a good fit for working together.
Setting Goals Together
Based on our initial conversation, we identify goals and agree on a therapeutic approach that fits your needs and circumstances.
Ongoing Work
Regular sessions, typically weekly, where we explore thoughts, feelings, patterns, and work toward the changes you want to make.
Seeing Results
Over time - sometimes quickly, sometimes gradually - most patients find relief, greater self-understanding, and a clearer path ahead.
Get Started
Ready to take
the first step?
Reaching out is the hardest part. Dr. Cutler welcomes new patients and responds personally to every inquiry.
