San Diego Psychologists for Men, Couples, Families, and Children

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We welcome all ages and genders and offer exceptional expertise on men and masculinity.

Therapists at the Center for Men's Excellence, founded by Dr. Dan Singley, work with men, couples and kids who seek to improve their quality of life with effective, evidence-based therapy modalities.

California psychotherapists at The Center for Men's Excellence — therapy for men, couples, families and children in San Diego

Our clinicians include Dr. John Rettger, who sees individual clients and is also an expert in couples therapy, family therapy, and therapy with children aged 8 and up.

Dr. Hudson Jones provides therapy for men, couples, and teens aged 13 and up. He also offers group therapy with men & has special expertise working with men and couples before and after the birth of a baby, making him an excellent choice if you are looking for a perinatal therapist. He has extensive experience applying well-researched approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and interpersonal psychotherapy for the management of anxiety and relationship concerns with adult clients in individual and group therapy.

Dr. Jena King has extensive therapeutic experience working with adults and veterans, in individual and group therapy formats. Dr. King has special expertise working in the areas of stress and anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, work-life balance, phase of life changes, anger regulation and trauma. Dr. King sees individuals, couples and parents navigating the transitions that occur in the perinatal period - before and after the birth of a baby. Dr. King also runs a process group for men.

Dr. Jason Richardson Dr. Jason Richardson is a licensed psychologist who specializes in helping individuals navigate stress, anxiety and depression that often accompanies high-pressure professional, performance and personal environments, with an emphasis on personal development, mental resilience, and performance psychology. His approach is aimed at building a strong mental foundation for sustainable success without compromising well-being. By using techniques to manage stress, reduce anxiety, and perform under pressure; Dr. Richardson helps clients excel while maintaining balance and avoiding burnout. Dr. Richardson also runs a process group for men.

Our clients take part in scientifically-supported psychotherapy treatments to effectively manage a variety of issues including anxiety, stress, depression and other life challenges. By learning to apply well-researched psychological techniques, clients are better able to improve their quality of life and experience lasting relief from their concerns.

National Initiative  ·  May 2026

Dr. Singley Chairs the Mirror Initiative

Dr. Dan Singley is serving as Chair of the Mirror Initiative — a landmark national effort led by APA Division 51 to address the mental health crisis affecting men by increasing the number of male psychologists and making mental health care more accessible to men and boys. Backed by the American Institute for Boys and Men and supported by Movember, it is the first program of its kind.

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Therapy for Optimal Cognitive Health

Patients receive strategic, focused, science-based psychotherapy treatment which balances support and challenge. The Center for Men's Excellence applies research supported therapeutic approaches that provide patients with the tools they need to set clear goals and manage their own lives more successfully in an ongoing way rather than attending weekly therapy sessions year after year.

“Dr. Singley’s straight-forward approach helped me to learn skills to manage my stress and develop better ways to connect with my friends and family. I now have the tools I need to live the life I always wanted.”

– Joaquín, Engineer
San Diego, CA

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