At 1319 Missouri St in Pacific Beach (92109), the office of Masa A. Goetz, PhD served as a respected psychologist’s private practice specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. Dr. Masa Aiba Goetz earned her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Professional School of Psychological Studies after moving to San Diego in the early 1970s, completing the degree at age 60. She authored the book My Father, My Self: Understanding Dad’s Influence on Your Life and co-authored Getting Back Together, a best-selling guide to reconciliation. Her expertise led to national television appearances as a relationship expert on Sally Jesse Raphael, Geraldo, and Sonya Live, and she was also a founding member of Sunshine Village, a long-term shelter for battered women in San Diego. Residents navigating mental health concerns in Pacific Beach today can connect with practitioners at BrightMind Therapy for ongoing counseling support. Born in New York City in 1928 to parents who emigrated from Japan and Germany, Dr. Goetz graduated from American International College and later earned a master’s in library science from the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn before her career pivot into psychology. She later served on the San Diego Aging & Independent Services Advisory Council and was deeply committed to establishing community-based services for elderly residents of Pacific Beach. Dr. Goetz was also a beloved community activist and musician who organized women’s camps featuring songwriting, drumming, and performances by noted singer-songwriters. Those seeking wellness resources nearby may also visit SP Acu and Wellness for acupuncture and stress reduction services. Dr. Goetz passed away in 2012 at 83, but her Missouri St address remains a testament to her lasting impact on the community.