Therapist in San Diego, California Dominique Nicole Tarango, Therapist

Dominique Nicole Steckbeck, LMFT, helps children, adolescents, teens, and adults across California navigate emotional challenges, strengthen relationships, and build practical coping skills through compassionate, evidence-based care at LifeStance Health. She provides individual and family therapy tailored to each patient’s needs, supporting those experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Dominique emphasizes a collaborative approach that empowers patients to better understand their thoughts and behaviors while working toward meaningful, lasting change. Dominique has worked with individuals and families connected to autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities, creating an inclusive and supportive therapeutic environment. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based strategies into treatment, while offering additional techniques based on each patient’s goals. Dominique is committed to helping patients feel seen, heard, and supported as they build resilience and develop healthier patterns. Her approach combines structure with warmth, helping individuals and families improve communication, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. Outside of her clinical work, Dominique enjoys weight training, hiking, and exploring her surroundings as a tourist in her own city.