Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Santa Cruz County, CA
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Felice Hensley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soquel, CA 95073
Waitlist for new clients
Beginning therapy is a great way to prioritize and care for yourself. This can be a nourishing and validating experience, especially if you have been misunderstood or feel your needs are often dismissed. Therapy will be a collaborative effort, as I support you in working toward your goals. I am here to help you honor your needs, and discover how to implement them into your daily life. My approach is individualized, compassionate, and direct. I am affirming of neurodiversity, curious, and maintain flexibility in the process. I believe you are the expert on your experience and identity.
Beginning therapy is a great way to prioritize and care for yourself. This can be a nourishing and validating experience, especially if you have been misunderstood or feel your needs are often dismissed. Therapy will be a collaborative effort, as I support you in working toward your goals. I am here to help you honor your needs, and discover how to implement them into your daily life. My approach is individualized, compassionate, and direct. I am affirming of neurodiversity, curious, and maintain flexibility in the process. I believe you are the expert on your experience and identity.
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Are you frustrated with the amount of anxiety you feel on a daily basis? Is anxiety getting in the way of living your life? Or maybe your child's anxiety is causing your family stress. I can help! I view anxiety as treatable and provide effective and time-limited therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I LOVE helping anxious people lead more value-oriented (and less fearful!) lives. I have been seeing therapy patients for over a decade, using scientifically-based, cognitive-behavioral (CBT) approaches. I use my background in clinical neuroscience to deliver cutting-edge treatment for anxiety.
Are you frustrated with the amount of anxiety you feel on a daily basis? Is anxiety getting in the way of living your life? Or maybe your child's anxiety is causing your family stress. I can help! I view anxiety as treatable and provide effective and time-limited therapy to children, adolescents and adults. I LOVE helping anxious people lead more value-oriented (and less fearful!) lives. I have been seeing therapy patients for over a decade, using scientifically-based, cognitive-behavioral (CBT) approaches. I use my background in clinical neuroscience to deliver cutting-edge treatment for anxiety.
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Let me help you with your psychological assessment needs. I provide psychoeducational and diagnostic evaluations for ages 6 and up. I can assess for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, PTSD and much more. I also provide psychological evaluations for immigration applications as well as gender affirming treatments. Please book a free call to see how I might be able to help you.
Let me help you with your psychological assessment needs. I provide psychoeducational and diagnostic evaluations for ages 6 and up. I can assess for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, PTSD and much more. I also provide psychological evaluations for immigration applications as well as gender affirming treatments. Please book a free call to see how I might be able to help you.
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I view therapy as a collaboration where therapist and client work together to connect with an inner healing intelligence and unconditional positive regard within each of us. We can then tend to trauma, grief, resentments, and limiting beliefs that are contributing to symptoms. With humility and reverence for the resilience, courage and vulnerability it can take to heal ourselves, I create a nonjudgemental, kind and compassionate space with room for humor, absurdity and fun.
I view therapy as a collaboration where therapist and client work together to connect with an inner healing intelligence and unconditional positive regard within each of us. We can then tend to trauma, grief, resentments, and limiting beliefs that are contributing to symptoms. With humility and reverence for the resilience, courage and vulnerability it can take to heal ourselves, I create a nonjudgemental, kind and compassionate space with room for humor, absurdity and fun.
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I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Therapist with over 20 years of practice in Illinois, Texas, California, and Nebraska. Throughout my career, I have successfully helped numerous individuals and families navigate life's challenges, including personal, peer, work, school, and family-related issues. With a strong foundation in strength-based and client-centered principles, I prioritize collaboration and active participation between myself and my clients. By fostering a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment, we work together to identify strengths, overcome obstacles, and create positive change.
I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Therapist with over 20 years of practice in Illinois, Texas, California, and Nebraska. Throughout my career, I have successfully helped numerous individuals and families navigate life's challenges, including personal, peer, work, school, and family-related issues. With a strong foundation in strength-based and client-centered principles, I prioritize collaboration and active participation between myself and my clients. By fostering a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment, we work together to identify strengths, overcome obstacles, and create positive change.
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Hope Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Felton, CA 95018 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy helping both individuals and couples to navigate the multi-directional obstacle course of life in order to help you feel more confident and connected. As a non-binary, gender expansive, masculine person I walk the middle ground of societies claim of male and female roles and intentions. I offer my experience to others to find their specific and unique understanding of their gender and sexuality. I am offering my lifetime of experience and intuition to assist others in finding their own path for living authentically.
I enjoy helping both individuals and couples to navigate the multi-directional obstacle course of life in order to help you feel more confident and connected. As a non-binary, gender expansive, masculine person I walk the middle ground of societies claim of male and female roles and intentions. I offer my experience to others to find their specific and unique understanding of their gender and sexuality. I am offering my lifetime of experience and intuition to assist others in finding their own path for living authentically.
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The Mindful Lemon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (Online Only)
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
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Bridges Therapy Group of California
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (Online Only)
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
At Bridges Therapy Group of California, we’re dedicated to matching you with the perfect therapist for you and ensuring that your insurance will truly pay for your sessions. We are contracted, in-network providers with all the insurers listed below. We verify your benefits before you start so there are no surprises to you.
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In my practice, I have the privilege of working closely with children and parents, witnessing the transformation as children regain emotional balance, learn to understand their feelings, and improve their self-esteem. I strive to offer a safe and trusting space where children can freely express themselves and parents can find a focused plan of action that works to strengthen family bonds and promote healthy relationships. With a background in social work and years of experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I've refined a unique and effective approach to supporting children on their journey towards emotional well-being.
In my practice, I have the privilege of working closely with children and parents, witnessing the transformation as children regain emotional balance, learn to understand their feelings, and improve their self-esteem. I strive to offer a safe and trusting space where children can freely express themselves and parents can find a focused plan of action that works to strengthen family bonds and promote healthy relationships. With a background in social work and years of experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I've refined a unique and effective approach to supporting children on their journey towards emotional well-being.
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Hi there, I'm Lou! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care. My therapeutic approach is integrated, drawing from a variety of modalities to best meet the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family I work with. I believe in the power of therapy to not only explore and understand one's own experiences but also identify practical, effective solutions to life's challenges. I am comfortable working with all populations and disorders; however, I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders.
Hi there, I'm Lou! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care. My therapeutic approach is integrated, drawing from a variety of modalities to best meet the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family I work with. I believe in the power of therapy to not only explore and understand one's own experiences but also identify practical, effective solutions to life's challenges. I am comfortable working with all populations and disorders; however, I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders.
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I give my full, non-judgmental attention when my clients and I are mutually exploring their concerns, and I'm active and responsive to clients' agendas as we work on the practical changes they're seeking. Establishing a safe, loving space is vital to this process. I've learned that behind a variety of issues, there are common roots. For example, many of us suffer from unhelpful thoughts that block our ability to see ourselves and our lives clearly. When we examine these, we take an important first step in the sequence of creating greater awareness, making new choices, and then establishing real change.
I give my full, non-judgmental attention when my clients and I are mutually exploring their concerns, and I'm active and responsive to clients' agendas as we work on the practical changes they're seeking. Establishing a safe, loving space is vital to this process. I've learned that behind a variety of issues, there are common roots. For example, many of us suffer from unhelpful thoughts that block our ability to see ourselves and our lives clearly. When we examine these, we take an important first step in the sequence of creating greater awareness, making new choices, and then establishing real change.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
I provide support for new or expecting mothers and partners, couples, individuals struggling with body image and disordered eating, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and women's issues. I do this work because I believe that it is every human being's right and potential to live a fulfilled and healthy life, and often, we just need to feel safe, seen, and heard in order to find our way there. If you are ready to experience relief, cultivate new tools that support your healing and growth, and claim your vitality and purpose, I am here to partner with you on your journey.
I provide support for new or expecting mothers and partners, couples, individuals struggling with body image and disordered eating, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and women's issues. I do this work because I believe that it is every human being's right and potential to live a fulfilled and healthy life, and often, we just need to feel safe, seen, and heard in order to find our way there. If you are ready to experience relief, cultivate new tools that support your healing and growth, and claim your vitality and purpose, I am here to partner with you on your journey.
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My name is Elizabeth Cowell. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilized CBT and EMDR mainly to work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. I also use Gottman and EFT to work with couples. My approach to therapy is influenced by Aaron Beck who founded Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Many people struggle with misconceptions about themselves. These misconceptions are created by the environment. I use CBT to help people change those misconceptions so that they can feel better about themselves and have a more positive outlook on life.
My name is Elizabeth Cowell. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilized CBT and EMDR mainly to work with trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. I also use Gottman and EFT to work with couples. My approach to therapy is influenced by Aaron Beck who founded Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Many people struggle with misconceptions about themselves. These misconceptions are created by the environment. I use CBT to help people change those misconceptions so that they can feel better about themselves and have a more positive outlook on life.
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Welcome! As a wilderness therapist, I integrate body-centered and strength-based psychotherapy with wilderness interventions to offer a holistic and creative approach to working with you. I focus on supporting clients addressing eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression and gender/sexual identity exploration. I work with you to understand patterns and help you create a new relationship with yourself. I am calm and grounded, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for exploring thoughts, feelings & behaviors
Welcome! As a wilderness therapist, I integrate body-centered and strength-based psychotherapy with wilderness interventions to offer a holistic and creative approach to working with you. I focus on supporting clients addressing eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression and gender/sexual identity exploration. I work with you to understand patterns and help you create a new relationship with yourself. I am calm and grounded, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for exploring thoughts, feelings & behaviors
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Updated August 2024. I currently have a few openings and accept medi-cal. I have worked with individuals and families for over 35 years combined as an early childhood educator and a licensed therapist. I work with symptoms of anxiety, panic, depression, and thoughts and feelings that get in the way of liking other people and self. It is absolutely possible to heal emotional and psychological injury and gain “getting along” skills. I accept Central California Alliance Medi-cal, Blue Shield Magellan, and Anthem Blue Cross insurances.
Updated August 2024. I currently have a few openings and accept medi-cal. I have worked with individuals and families for over 35 years combined as an early childhood educator and a licensed therapist. I work with symptoms of anxiety, panic, depression, and thoughts and feelings that get in the way of liking other people and self. It is absolutely possible to heal emotional and psychological injury and gain “getting along” skills. I accept Central California Alliance Medi-cal, Blue Shield Magellan, and Anthem Blue Cross insurances.
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Welcome! I’m glad you’re here and appreciate that it can take a lot to start the process of finding support. I believe we all have the capacity to experience satisfaction, fulfillment, and moments of joy in our lives by exploring the barriers to these things- both internally and externally, learning new ways of self understanding, and developing coping skills for the challenges we face. Life can be hard and we don’t always get to choose our circumstances but we can try to find ways to get through the best we can. I use a holistic approach with a backdrop of trauma focused, racial and social justice informed, compassionate care.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here and appreciate that it can take a lot to start the process of finding support. I believe we all have the capacity to experience satisfaction, fulfillment, and moments of joy in our lives by exploring the barriers to these things- both internally and externally, learning new ways of self understanding, and developing coping skills for the challenges we face. Life can be hard and we don’t always get to choose our circumstances but we can try to find ways to get through the best we can. I use a holistic approach with a backdrop of trauma focused, racial and social justice informed, compassionate care.
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Katelyn Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with anxiety, changes in your life, depression, or your self-esteem? Do you often feel misunderstood or rejected by others? Is feeling withdrawn or upset a common experience in your life? Or maybe your child/teen holds these struggles. I serve those who deserve a fulfilling life but can’t seem to figure out how you reach it on their own. I specialize in aiding those who feel like they don't fit into this world, highly sensitive humans, and those who cannot seem to find their purpose due to chronic stress and loss. It is my truest honor to help teens and adults find their inner resilience when all feels hopeless.
Are you struggling with anxiety, changes in your life, depression, or your self-esteem? Do you often feel misunderstood or rejected by others? Is feeling withdrawn or upset a common experience in your life? Or maybe your child/teen holds these struggles. I serve those who deserve a fulfilling life but can’t seem to figure out how you reach it on their own. I specialize in aiding those who feel like they don't fit into this world, highly sensitive humans, and those who cannot seem to find their purpose due to chronic stress and loss. It is my truest honor to help teens and adults find their inner resilience when all feels hopeless.
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Kristi Van Pykeren
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
I approach therapy with the hope that together, with my experience and your willingness to seek support, you would feel equipped to face the obstacles in your life with strength, resilience, and a pocket full of empowering tools. I provide evidenced-based therapy for adults of all ages and have over a decade of experience providing care in both a private practice setting and a medical setting treating individuals seeking support. Along with my private practice, I am currently the Clinical Director at The Key Addiction Treatment Center. My approach is to help foster insight, deeper understanding, and relief from suffering.
I approach therapy with the hope that together, with my experience and your willingness to seek support, you would feel equipped to face the obstacles in your life with strength, resilience, and a pocket full of empowering tools. I provide evidenced-based therapy for adults of all ages and have over a decade of experience providing care in both a private practice setting and a medical setting treating individuals seeking support. Along with my private practice, I am currently the Clinical Director at The Key Addiction Treatment Center. My approach is to help foster insight, deeper understanding, and relief from suffering.
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Leah Adrian-Briggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (Online Only)
You've been thinking about this for some time. Waking up to your morning alarm and automatically dreading the day. It's exhausting to put on a brave face and pretend everything is OK, while inside you can't stop criticizing and doubting yourself. How agonizing it can be when you feel compelled to obsess over conversations or the worst moments of your life and sit in that pain. And when you do try to talk to someone they try to give you advice, "look on the bright side", or to try some yoga or something. It's so isolating when it seems like no one understands, so it feels easier to just keep trying to do this all on your own.
You've been thinking about this for some time. Waking up to your morning alarm and automatically dreading the day. It's exhausting to put on a brave face and pretend everything is OK, while inside you can't stop criticizing and doubting yourself. How agonizing it can be when you feel compelled to obsess over conversations or the worst moments of your life and sit in that pain. And when you do try to talk to someone they try to give you advice, "look on the bright side", or to try some yoga or something. It's so isolating when it seems like no one understands, so it feels easier to just keep trying to do this all on your own.
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If you have been living with chronic pain or illness your relationship to your physicality may currently feel jarred, broken, or thrown off course. You may be grieving the life you thought you would have, or feeling weighed down by addressing day to day challenges. If you are seeking to repair your relationship between yourself and your body, gain new coping skills, and challenge current paradigms, I would be a great fit for you!
If you have been living with chronic pain or illness your relationship to your physicality may currently feel jarred, broken, or thrown off course. You may be grieving the life you thought you would have, or feeling weighed down by addressing day to day challenges. If you are seeking to repair your relationship between yourself and your body, gain new coping skills, and challenge current paradigms, I would be a great fit for you!