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In my work with individuals, couples, children, teens and families I strive to create a warm, nurturing and compassionate environment for personal exploration and healing. In this space all parts of you are welcome. I see therapy as a collaboration where you and I partner to create an achievable plan to improve your relationships, increase your sense of vitality, and work towards your personal goals.
I utilize a wide variety of therapeutic modalities including:
Internal Family Systems Expressive Arts Mindfulness Somatic Techniques Cognitive Behavioral Play Therapy And many others
I tailor our sessions and the techniques used to best fit your desires, needs and goals.
I feel so blessed and grateful to get to live my passion. On a daily basis I have the honor of witnessing and helping facilitate healing and transformation of my clients toward greater freedom, peace, and embodiment of who they truly want to be. |
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
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49128, California |
Education |
I have my M.A. in Counseling Psychology with a Specialization in Holistic Studies from John F. Kennedy University. I have a B.A. in Race, Class and Gender Studies from University of Rochester. I'm a trained mediator through two forty-hour programs at the Univ. of Rochester and Univ. of Maine
I'm a Certified Breathwork Practitioner through the Soulwave Institute
And I am in the process of being certified as Internal Family Systems therapist.
Over the past eight years I have worked to help individuals, couples and families address life’s challenges. This work includes assisting people living with chronic illnesses, addictions, depression, grief & loss, anxiety, relationship problems, self-esteem, trauma, and much more. Locally I have worked with a variety of non-profit agencies such as Family Service Agency, Santa Cruz Community Counseling Center, Hospice Caring Project, and Santa Cruz County CARE Team to improve the lives of many. |
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I believe that every person has the capacity for healing and the ability to live a rich, joyous, and purposeful life. I see healing as a holistic process that takes place on physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and relational levels. I have a profound respect for the seed of wisdom that resides in each of us and knows exactly how to manifest our unique potential.
In my work, I have witnessed how life's challenges can create emotional scars that then consciously or unconsciously run our lives. These scars can manifest as anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship problems, low self-esteem and a variety of others issues.
My style of therapy focuses on first getting to know these places of hurt with compassion and respect. Numerous clients have reported profound changes in their lives by simply beginning to relate to themselves with more compassion and curiosity. Next, we work to gently and safely release these scars to bring greater vitality and peace to your entire internal system. |
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Cash, check, insurance |
Hours |
Monday 6p-8p, Tuesday 10a-7p, Thursday 6p-8p, Friday 9a-6p |
Cost/Session |
$80 (sliding scale offered) |
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated |
Therapy
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Addiction
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Adolescents
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Anger Management
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Anxiety and Panic
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Arts Therapy (Expressive)
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Body Image Issues
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Caregiver Issues
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Children's Counseling
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Chronic Illness
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Couples
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Depression
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Divorce
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Domestic Violence
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Eating Disorders
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Gender Identity / Transgenderism
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Grief and Loss
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Life Transitions
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Loneliness
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Marriage Counseling
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Men's Issues
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Online / Teletherapy
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Relationship Issues
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Stress Management
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Trauma and PTSD
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Work and Career Issues
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