Hey there!

I’m glad you’re here. I know that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big, intimidating first step, especially if you’re already feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to begin.

Many of the clients I work with are navigating the uncertainty and pressure that often comes with early adulthood. Whether it's anxiety, depression, or the constant feeling that you're falling behind while everyone else has it figured out, you’re not alone. You don’t have to face those thoughts alone, either.

In therapy, we’ll work together to build a relationship grounded in trust, transparency, and empathy. My role is to walk beside you - not to give you all the answers, but to help you reconnect with your own sense of agency to find clarity about what you want your life to look like.

I bring a warm, down-to-earth style to my work, and I tailor each session to what you need most, whether that’s processing difficult emotions, working through patterns that no longer serve you, or just having space to think out loud without judgment.

Therapy doesn't have to be perfect or polished. It just has to start.

🎓 University of Arizona, BS in Psychology
🎓 University of San Diego, MA in Counseling

e: noah@balboatherapygroup.com
p: ‭(619) 759-6671 (call or text)‬