Meet Jill Boyle, LMFTTrauma & Anxiety Therapist in San Diego
20+ years helping adults heal from trauma, anxiety, and the pressure to be perfect
Hi, I'm Jill
Helping people through their healing isn't just my profession. It's the work I've spent my whole career on, and it still matters to me as much as it did on day one.
Most of the people I work with are high-functioning. They're good at their jobs, reliable for everyone around them, and quietly running on empty. Some are carrying trauma they've never talked about. Others can't turn off the voice that says it's not enough. Many are both.
I bring 20+ years of experience, a lot of warmth, and a direct style. I'll tell you what I see, and we'll figure out the next step together.
My Path to This Work
My career started in 2001 as a research assistant at the VA, working on studies about veterans' experiences. Since then, I've worked in a wide range of settings: several outpatient mental health clinics, an inpatient psychiatric hospital, five years as a counselor on a naval base, and five years at a residential treatment program for veterans.
That range means I've sat with people from every walk of life: professionals, parents, students, service members, and first responders. It also shaped how I work: practical, steady, and deeply respectful of what people have been through.
Today, my private practice in San Diego is focused on high-achieving adults, military members, veterans, and first responders.
I'm also married to a firefighter. I know firsthand what the job asks of the people who do it and of the families at home.
My Approach
I'm certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and trained in Prolonged Exposure (PE), two of the most researched treatments for PTSD. I'm also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
If you've heard of these treatments before, or tried them somewhere that felt rigid, I want you to know my approach is different. We go at a pace that makes sense for you. The structure is there because it works, and the conversation is always about you, not a manual.
For clients who are hard on themselves, I often use parts work. I’m trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and incorporate IFS-informed approaches to help you understand the parts of you that criticize, worry, push, or protect—rather than fighting against them. Self-compassion runs through all of my work because lasting change doesn’t come from being harder on yourself. It comes from understanding yourself with greater curiosity, compassion, and kindness.
Who I Work With
I work with adults in individual therapy. That focus lets me give each client my full attention and expertise. I don't offer couples or family therapy, and I'm glad to refer you to a colleague who does if that's what you need.
Education & Credentials
Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy, University of San Diego
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Santa Clara University
Idaho Telehealth Provider, Marriage and Family Therapist #6571479
Certified Provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Prolonged Exposure (PE) training, Emory University
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) training
Training in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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In-person Adult Therapy in San Diego
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Florida Online Therapy
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California Online Therapy
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South Carolina Online Therapy
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Idaho Online Therapy
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Where I See Clients
I offer in-person sessions at my office in San Diego and secure telehealth sessions across California, Florida, Idaho, and South Carolina. If you move between these states, we can keep working together without starting over with someone new.
Ready to Get Started?
Let's talk about what you're carrying.
A free 15-minute call is a simple way to ask questions and see if we're a good fit. No pressure, no commitment.