Sexual Abuse Therapists in Nevada County, CA

I’m am one of the few therapists seeing in person clients for EMDR therapy in Nevada County. Whether you're struggling with an issue, or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, I can help. I provide a caring environment where you can identify and explore those issues that may be getting in the way of more rewarding relationships. The goal is to help provide you with insight and tools you need to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors. I have over 25 years experience. I will help you identify limiting beliefs and unhealthy coping mechanisms that are standing in the way of reaching your goals.

You are here because you are ready. You are ready to finally put your past to rest and take charge of those last lingering symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. You have been working hard on yourself but still feel the occasional panic or anger that seems out of proportion or is difficult to control. And it’s time. You know it, you feel it. And you’re ready. Conversely, you might be ready to find the right person or the right job, and despite all your work with self-help books or talk therapy you know there is still a deeper core of PTSD symptoms to work through so that you can move on to bigger and better things.

Do you often feel isolated or overwhelmed? Do you constantly feel hurried? Our lives can present us with situations that cause us to question everything we thought we knew. Sometimes painful issues from your past like sexual abuse or other painful childhood experiences resurface. During these times, it can feel hopeless: causing anxiety or depression. Balancing these concerns among our busy lives causes stress and affect relationships with partners and children. Sometimes disagreements about how to parent also adds extra strain. You are not alone.

Have you experienced a traumatic event that you feel holds you back from the life you so desperately want to live? Do unwanted thoughts and memories prevent you from feeling like you can live a normal and happy life? If you are living with traumatic events from your past, ranging from insult, abuse, humiliation, violence, attachment wounds, or even subtle disappointments, therapy could be a safe space to address these injuries. Through a collaborative approach and taking into account the mind & body, I join my clients on a journey of exploration, growth, and healing.

When you come to therapy, you get to be vulnerable and explore the most important piece of life -- you! My therapeutic process is tailored because I recognize that clients have different experiences and personalities. I utilize a non-judgemental and empathic approach that is friendly and kind, and sometimes challenging (if you need it!). You'll receive a customized plan that will help you recreate healthy perceptions of yourself and help you grow.

Looking for a passionate and seasoned psychotherapist? For 30 years I have promoted therapeutic change with a wide array of issues/ages. I have a special interest/ intensive training/expertise in these specialty areas: Couples work, ADD/ADHD, Asperger's, Depression/Seasonal Affective Disorder, Foster/Adoption, Adolescents/Young Adults, Compulsive Eating, Parenting, Life Transitions, Employment issues. Prior to moving to California, I lived/worked in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Tucson, and Seattle, delighting in providing therapy to diverse cultural populations. Clinically grounded and savvy, as well as highly intuitive. Direct yet gentle. Helping people heal is my life passion, I delight in the individuality of each person.

Would you like to feel a deeper connection to yourself, your community and your purpose in life? Would you like your relationships to run more smoothly and be more fulfilling? To do this work it is important to find a therapist with whom you feel safe. Whether dealing with relationship issues, depression, anxiety or trauma, the strength of an empathic partner on this journey can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and to a relief of symptoms.

I support my clients to transform stress, trauma, grief, relationship turmoil, and difficult habits into creativity, vitality, and freedom, using a rare combination of mindfulness, art therapy, and compassionate exploration of each clients unique experiences. My view is that all people hold the ability to evolve, and ultimately hold the wisdom within needed to do so. I collaborate with my clients as both an ally and a guide, to generate deep self acceptance, work through painful inner conflict, access imagination and genuineness, practice clear and empowered communication, and take action to live in more fulfilling ways.

Finding a place of refuge to pursue healing can be difficult, even disheartening. It takes great courage and tenacity to keep moving forward. In my therapy practice, I strive to keep a grace-filled, non-judgmental space, ultimately fostering refuge. I am passionate about how our brains have been created, the influence of life circumstances, and its ability to naturally heal. Whether you are an individual, a couple, or a family, when you are ready, I am here to walk with you.

Are you ready to heal? Ready to break unhealthy patterns that no longer serve you? I can help. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship and setting that is a living sanctuary for your heart and soul. In the darkest night of unimaginable pain and grief, one hand to hold, one heart to listen, can be all that's needed to make it until the sun rises again.

I understand that seeking therapy can be a significant step, especially when facing various challenges. If you're in California, I want you to know that I offer telehealth therapy, including evening appointments. As your therapist, my approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and understood. With my experience, I can assist you in setting meaningful goals for your therapy journey. I have experience with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds including LGBTQI and BIPOC. Your mental health is important & I care about your well being.

I believe in providing a client-centered, strength-based, nonjudgmental and compassionate place to assist clients in creating the life that they desire and deserve. I integrate various approaches in collaboration with clients to develop goals that promote healing and healthy living. Working with individuals, children and families has been very fulfilling and I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to do this work.

As humans, we all have varying identities and they ebb and flow over time. Much of our distress can come from those changes in identities and that's where therapy can really help. I love to help clients uncover and examine their true identities. Whether you are a new mom grappling with the absolute rocking of your world as you knew it, a teenager trying to create and figure out who you truly are, or any other human striving to live as your authentic self - I am here for you. I look forward to the privilege of being able to walk beside you and guide you along your journey.

Imagine a day when you wake up and things are exactly like you want them to be, the depression or anxiety is gone and there is hope for tomorrow. Psychotherapy can help you live in the moment, detach from things you can not change and grow to a more peaceful, confident self. Nothing would bring me more joy than to be able to help you achieve your goals whatever they might be.

Are you experiencing thought patterns that create anxiety and depression? Feeling like you are alone and no one understands? Feeling stuck? I believe we are our own best healers, I will support you to feel safe while we discover together that which is holding you back from being your most authentic self. My hope is that you will find more peace, contentment and clarity. This self discovery may feel like an emotional excavation leading to an exhilarating release of thought patterns that no longer serve you. I invite you to call me for a session and let's see if we are a good fit.

Life can be difficult, but it does not mean that we must suffer due to our circumstances. No matter what life presents us with, we all have the capacity to meet the conditions of this present moment. Whether you have been feeling stuck for a while or are meeting a sudden change in life, engaging therapy can offer support. There is always the possibility for relief here and now - let's join together in this process of discovery.

I would be honored to help you in self-discovery and change. It takes a lot of courage to travel down that path. I often can intuit the key issues underlying a person’s suffering, which are often relational-both within ourselves and with others. To be kind and yet direct, and to really see you-both as you are now and how you want to become more whole. Finding clarity, compassion, and new ways to effectively deal with problems are essential in therapy. I will help you find where you are stuck and ways to get unstuck, by changing how you process both your thoughts and feelings. I work with both adults and couples.

I prefer to work with adult males, couples, and families, but I will work with anyone that needs help. I've done extensive work on myself, and have lots of first hand experience with most of the issues people face. I work with emotions, behaviors, and beliefs, especially the ones that are hardest to face. I am a lifelong student of Ericksonian Hypnosis, mindfulness, meditation, yoga, self-psychology, self-love, self-acceptance, conflict resolution, personal growth, forgiveness and change. I can help you find inner peace, self-love, and forgiveness.

I honor the trials and challenges that bring us to the point of choosing to make a change. From this place, we can become empowered to be who we truly are. I am passionate about meeting people where they’re at and supporting their unique path of self-discovery as they feel guided. I welcome working with individuals in any phase of life, couples, and families from diverse, multicultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities on any issues.