Therapists in Sebastopol, CA

I always begin with careful listening to your needs. Our relationship, and your understanding of yourself, are the keystones. These are much more important than the labels which have been placed on your problem. You may have already received "good advice" from friends and family. A trained and caring professional can help move you beyond the cycles you are stuck in. This is true whether you are seeking couple's counseling or individual therapy. My primary therapeutic perspective is Internal Family Systems (IFS), which is not about external family, but rather your internal family of parts.

I offer a unique effective approach working with your psyche-body-soul through somatic and spiritually based inquiry. We start with wherever you are and whatever your particular issues are. All you need is curiosity and a desire to know yourself in a real way. Our work together is experiential which allows you to holistically understand and deepen your connection with your most precious inner self. naturally unfold and your perspective of yourself and who you are and your concerns are transformed in this process. It truly becomes an adventure of discovery. You are held in a compassionate and heartfelt way which allows your psychological body tension armor and defenses to relax enough so your inquiry explorations can deepen. You come to know yourself in an authentic way. I incorporate the great heart wisdom of the Spiritual Dimension of the Enneagram which potentiates our work together. You need not know anything about the enneagram to benefit from our work together. Give me a call and we can see if this approach and if I am the right person for your journey. I work with individuals, couples and coming soon an Enneagram Inquiry Group.

I have been a licensed bilingual therapist for the last 10 years, offering a mindful approach with experience in a wide range of settings and different populations. I find it incredibly rewarding to sit with people and witness their transformation. I create a space of emotional safety where the totality of yourself is welcome. Through mindfulness and other ways of dropping in, we will explore what is important for you: the connection to the different resources that can help you, and when ready, we will delve into other aspects such as fear, anxiety, or grief.

Pregnancy and the postpartum period can be a joyous, fulfilling time for some women. For many others, it is riddled with feelings of depression, anxiety, and confusion. These stressful emotional experiences can be unexpected and unfamiliar, or they can be a return of past symptoms; whatever the case, they interfere with a woman's ability to function and experience daily fulfillment. As a Psychologist and member of Postpartum Support International, I aim to instill hope in women who are suffering that these symptoms are temporary and treatable.

Deciding to start seeing a therapist can be a difficult choice in anyone's life. I provide a service that aims to put clients at ease while challenging themselves to understand difficult topics in order to positively move forward. I provide an authentic, caring, and transparent therapeutic style for my clients, being their empathetic guide toward increased self-awareness. I strive to listen, understand, and help people find new perspectives to positively move forward.

Experience compassion and open-heartedness in everyday life and freedom from patterns of the past. I see individuals, couples and families with issues of integrating trauma, communication/knowing your truth, healing sexuality/deep connection, infidelity, addiction and family concerns. I help clients find a fuller, more alive life, in partnership with the people and family, chosen or from birth, around them.

I believe that our moments of greatest struggle can also hold the most potential for growth and self-discovery. By giving ourselves a supportive space to explore the places that feel painful or stuck, we open ourselves to a wealth of information about our deepest desires, strengths, and wisdom. This makes it possible to live with greater self-compassion, freedom in our actions, and ease in our relationships. Whether you are navigating a significant life transition, suffering from anxiety, depression, or trauma, I am dedicated to providing a safe and respectful space to embark on this journey.

I have been working in Sonoma County with teens, adults, partners, and families for over 20 years and have recently joined the Quest Family Therapy team. With a collaborative and playful approach, I strive to support people to live more authentic lives and find their way to the change they are seeking, whether it is improving their mood, deepening their connection with themselves and loved ones, or finding and expressing their authentic selves. My work is strongly rooted in attachment theory, depth psychology, mindfulness, and somatic practices.

I trained as a contemplative psychotherapist at Naropa University, where meditation and mindfulness were foundational elements of my studies. As my mentor used to say, “Therapy is about creating more choices." I teach mindfulness skills integrated with a cognitive-behavioral approach. I will support you in having more awareness of your behaviors and cognitions, so that you can move past your limitations to create more satisfaction with yourself, your life, and your sexual relations. If you are interested in learning more about how sex therapy may help you, sign-up for a free consultation below. I’d love to learn how I may help you.

I provide a safe, caring place to help you find more satisfying ways of being in relationship with your partner, teen, yourself or your life. I believe we all have the capacity to be healthy and whole. Often, our upbringing or harmful experiences leave us with habits that no longer serve our growth and well-being. I bring a warm, compassionate presence to help you locate and heal the sources of suffering. I have worked with teens and parents for 37 years, and adults for 20 years, assisting people in learning self-nurturance, and skillful communication, to honor their heart's desires.

My main approach to counseling is establishing a collaborative, strength-based, and goal-focused relationship. I believe we all have the capacity within ourselves to address roadblocks in our lives, heal from emotional wounds, and move towards growth and contentment. We also all feel stuck at times along the way and can use a little help. I work alongside my clients on identifying clear goals to strive for and by which to measure success. I highlight my clients’ strengths and areas of progress during this work, as a large part of that feeling stuck is the harsh perceptions we tend to have about ourselves.

Empowering Change coaching & counseling services meets you where you are and takes you where you want to go. We focus on the core issues that bring you here today. Some of these core issues are under the surface (shadow) and show up as anger, depression, self-doubt, dis-trust & anxiety. Often these emotional patterns are caused by old wounds that are calling for your attention. Understanding why these responses were formed takes them out of the shadows, freeing you from the power they have over you.

When you repeatedly find yourself in the same type of negative relationship, counseling can offer insight and support. If your relationships are causing you stress or impacting your daily life, it's a sign you may need some help. Even though relationships involve more than one person, ultimately, the only person you can change is you. With the tools and support of a trusted therapist, you can learn to set healthy boundaries and release unrealistic expectations. Oftentimes, simply gaining a new perspective on your own behavior can open the door to healthier and more satisfying relationships.

Whatever has brought you here, I've no doubt it's an opportunity to create something better. I can help you release old, painful patterns that go nowhere, so you can create the life you want. If you're on your knees in transition, grief and loss, I can support you through it. I'm an enthusiastic catalyst for you to be a game changer in your own life! You can rely on my 35 plus years of experience and will find me interactive, compassionate and generous with clear, inspiring feedback. We'll work as collaborators for your best evolution.

Greetings! Welcome to our multidisciplinary, holistic, integrative mental health coaching practice. We are open to new ideas from Integrative/Functional Medicine, supportive care for your psychiatric needs, drug free care, and nutritional support. We believe whole body health is the best way to good brain health. Good brain health impacts mental health. We invite you to a different approach to brain health and mental health through coaching and support for referrals to the best functional medicine providers sourcing balance, resolution of inflammation & for all your whole body-mind-spirit healing. We invite you to join us for care.

I believe we are remarkably resilient; have an innate ability to understand ourselves and to repair; are multifaceted and unique; and are made to live in connection. The foundation of my therapeutic approach is based entirely upon being in connection with and curious about clients. A strong and respectful relationship and connection between a therapist and a client is the prerequisite for a positive outcome or positive outcomes for a client.

YOU are here! I invite you to take your hands to your heart and sit for a moment to really feel this present moment. In this moment, you have come SO far! You are now in the first step in your healing journey. Acknowledging that you are showing up for yourself here, and looking for support from a therapist, is something to be celebrated! Acknowledging that you need help is a journey. Perhaps you have lost yourself and your mood is impacting your energy and motivation. How we are feeling on the inside effects how we are showing up in the world. By working with me I will help get you get to your desired mood and goals.

Now offering walk and talk therapy in Sebastopol, CA. As a therapist, I aim to help you feel better prepared to address life transitions. To find calm and clarity with the unknown. I hope to help you slow down and focus on achieving positivity and happiness in a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore feelings of confusion and personal concerns. My goal is to help you feel more fulfilled and content with your life. My approach to therapy is integrative, providing services through a holistic lens.

Life experiences offer us opportunities for healing and self-discovery. I offer a dynamic, compassionate and supportive environment utilizing a strength-based approach. A vital part of my work is to support you in exploring your inner resources and innate wisdom while cultivating practices that will help you deepen into a greater sense of well-being. Exploring long-term objectives or short-term goals, my intention is to provide guidance and practical tools to help you gain greater insight and self-acceptance. I welcome individuals and couples of any gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and spiritual beliefs.