Start with a free
15-min consultation
It's a short conversation with the therapist you're considering. Ask your questions, share a little about what's bringing you in, and decide together whether it's a good fit. There's no cost and no obligation to continue.
1. Choose a therapist below.
2. Request a consultation time that works for you.
3. Talk for 15 minutes. If it feels like a good fit, you'll schedule your first session.
Choose who you'd like to talk with

Chris “Bucky” Bateman, LMFT
Founder & Clinical Director · LMFT #106150
Focus
Couples and marriage therapy: recurring conflict, pursue-withdraw cycles, emotional distance, affair recovery and premarital preparation
Training
Emotionally Focused Therapy (Externship, Core Skills, EFT for Affairs); Gottman Method Levels 1 and 2
Faith
Christian faith integration available if desired.
Location
La Jolla · Point Loma · Telehealth in California
Fee
$225 per 50-minute session

Roslene Curtis, AMFT
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist · AMFT #160339 · Supervised by Chris “Bucky” Bateman, LMFT
Focus
Couples and relationship challenges, anxiety, grief and life transitions, and women navigating burnout and boundaries
Training
Gottman Method Level 1
Faith
Christian faith integration available if desired.
Location
La Jolla · Point Loma · Telehealth in California
Fee
$150 per 50-minute session
Not sure who to choose?
Call (619) 825-2855 or email info@renewalcounselingcenters.com
and we'll help you determine the best place to start.
Good to know
PRIVATE PAY
We don’t bill insurance directly. Superbills are available for clients seeking possible out-of-network reimbursement.
LOCATIONS
La Jolla · Point Loma
Telehealth throughout California
AVAILABILITY
Daytime and evening appointments are available. Availability varies by clinician.
FAITH INTEGRATION
Christian faith can be integrated into therapy when desired and is never imposed.