Female Therapists in Santa Cruz, CA
Life can be challenging and it may be difficult trying to manage it alone. Not everyone has someone safe to talk to without judgement or experiencing shame and/or guilt. Do you have a specific issue you want to tackle? Are you experiencing patterns you just want to break free from? Having someone to explore the origins of your struggles/challenges can be liberating. Do you need life skills, communication skills, strategies to manage your mind, mood management techniques to make life more manageable? Being human isn't easy and having someone to process with you w/unconditional regard and acceptance can be freeing and life changing.
Life can be challenging and it may be difficult trying to manage it alone. Not everyone has someone safe to talk to without judgement or experiencing shame and/or guilt. Do you have a specific issue you want to tackle? Are you experiencing patterns you just want to break free from? Having someone to explore the origins of your struggles/challenges can be liberating. Do you need life skills, communication skills, strategies to manage your mind, mood management techniques to make life more manageable? Being human isn't easy and having someone to process with you w/unconditional regard and acceptance can be freeing and life changing.
With a background in support for clients and families coping with serious illness and loss, I’ve walked through some of the most difficult life transitions alongside people who are suffering deeply. Depression, anxiety, poor self-image, loneliness, and grief can be such heavy burdens to bear. I truly believe that when we tell our stories, seek to understand ourselves more deeply, and work to create meaning and change, we empower ourselves to improve our own lives. Whether you’re in your 30s or your 90s, you can impact change in your life. Its always helpful to have a collaborator and confidant to help support you.
With a background in support for clients and families coping with serious illness and loss, I’ve walked through some of the most difficult life transitions alongside people who are suffering deeply. Depression, anxiety, poor self-image, loneliness, and grief can be such heavy burdens to bear. I truly believe that when we tell our stories, seek to understand ourselves more deeply, and work to create meaning and change, we empower ourselves to improve our own lives. Whether you’re in your 30s or your 90s, you can impact change in your life. Its always helpful to have a collaborator and confidant to help support you.
Elizabeth A. Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
I love working with folks who are curious about the growth potential psychoanalytic psychotherapy can unveil. I believe in the curative elements of this approach and hope to generate positive change and wellness with you. Weaving a relational insight-oriented lens with art therapy, we can uncover areas of unconscious suffering, root causes, and establish goals for treatment. By increasing our self-understanding and meaning making capacities, we illuminate new perspectives and intentionality. Together, we can co-create effective pathways to integrate that knowledge towards personal growth and inner healing.
I love working with folks who are curious about the growth potential psychoanalytic psychotherapy can unveil. I believe in the curative elements of this approach and hope to generate positive change and wellness with you. Weaving a relational insight-oriented lens with art therapy, we can uncover areas of unconscious suffering, root causes, and establish goals for treatment. By increasing our self-understanding and meaning making capacities, we illuminate new perspectives and intentionality. Together, we can co-create effective pathways to integrate that knowledge towards personal growth and inner healing.
I trust that challenges, and our responses to them, hold immense wisdom AND we can really struggle with trauma, longing, patterns, or overwhelming emotions. In the work of getting curious about this stuff with you, I use my self awareness and clinical knowledge to support you in being known and attending to your heart. I love using imagination and dreams, gesture and the body, and just talking, to understand what's at the heart of your therapy. My intention is to support healing, and that your work will enable clarity, choice, the freedom to keep growing.
I trust that challenges, and our responses to them, hold immense wisdom AND we can really struggle with trauma, longing, patterns, or overwhelming emotions. In the work of getting curious about this stuff with you, I use my self awareness and clinical knowledge to support you in being known and attending to your heart. I love using imagination and dreams, gesture and the body, and just talking, to understand what's at the heart of your therapy. My intention is to support healing, and that your work will enable clarity, choice, the freedom to keep growing.
Bree Gwinner
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
I believe we have the ability to resolve anything and to do so we must consider looking inward first. I believe that our natural state of being is blissful and free of suffering and I am here to support you in remembering that state. I work well with those looking to expand their awareness through self inquiry and curiosity with the ultimate goal of living their most empowered, authentic, and peaceful life.
I believe we have the ability to resolve anything and to do so we must consider looking inward first. I believe that our natural state of being is blissful and free of suffering and I am here to support you in remembering that state. I work well with those looking to expand their awareness through self inquiry and curiosity with the ultimate goal of living their most empowered, authentic, and peaceful life.
Megan Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Megan leads with hope and curiosity to empower her clients to grow into their best selves. She works collaboratively with clients in order to understand them as a whole person, not just their problems. Megan believes patience, authenticity, and transparency are essential to build trust and safety in the therapeutic relationship. Megan specializes in working with adults and youth who identify as neurodivergent and/or on the autism spectrum, as well as LGBTQ+ individuals. Megan works with clients who are coping with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship struggles.
Megan leads with hope and curiosity to empower her clients to grow into their best selves. She works collaboratively with clients in order to understand them as a whole person, not just their problems. Megan believes patience, authenticity, and transparency are essential to build trust and safety in the therapeutic relationship. Megan specializes in working with adults and youth who identify as neurodivergent and/or on the autism spectrum, as well as LGBTQ+ individuals. Megan works with clients who are coping with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship struggles.
Erika Abrahamian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFA, MA
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Welcome. Finding a therapist is not always an easy process; I am glad you've found your way here. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or have experienced trauma and adversity, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can find some relief. I specialize in treating complex trauma and PTSD, depression and anxiety. My clients include adolescents, adults and couples, with a special interest in working with immigrants and children of immigrants. Working with couples navigating life transitions is also a passion of mine.
Welcome. Finding a therapist is not always an easy process; I am glad you've found your way here. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or have experienced trauma and adversity, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can find some relief. I specialize in treating complex trauma and PTSD, depression and anxiety. My clients include adolescents, adults and couples, with a special interest in working with immigrants and children of immigrants. Working with couples navigating life transitions is also a passion of mine.
Dr. Charlotte Nolan-Reyes
Psychological Associate, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Are you struggling or feeling dissatisfied with your current relationships, career or social life? Wondering if these situations (or you?) can possibly feel better ? Do feel that you have made a lot of efforts but they either aren't working or people don't deem to recognize your efforts? Or maybe it's even worse and something bad has happened or you simply and you no longer feel like trying anymore and or not sure if you know what you want anymore....
Are you struggling or feeling dissatisfied with your current relationships, career or social life? Wondering if these situations (or you?) can possibly feel better ? Do feel that you have made a lot of efforts but they either aren't working or people don't deem to recognize your efforts? Or maybe it's even worse and something bad has happened or you simply and you no longer feel like trying anymore and or not sure if you know what you want anymore....
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY: You are one of a kind. There has never been anyone like you and never will be again. Therapy is a place where you have the opportunity to know yourself in a deep and intimate way. The journey towards wholeness begins with embracing (and discovering) our many and often rejected parts that comprise our authentic self. Wounds, triggers and defenses exist for a reason and represent the internal maps that lead to healing. COUPLES THERAPY: Relationships are the path to knowing who we are and I believe that what needs to be healed presents itself through the struggles and dynamics that get activated in partnership.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY: You are one of a kind. There has never been anyone like you and never will be again. Therapy is a place where you have the opportunity to know yourself in a deep and intimate way. The journey towards wholeness begins with embracing (and discovering) our many and often rejected parts that comprise our authentic self. Wounds, triggers and defenses exist for a reason and represent the internal maps that lead to healing. COUPLES THERAPY: Relationships are the path to knowing who we are and I believe that what needs to be healed presents itself through the struggles and dynamics that get activated in partnership.
Holistic Psychotherapy with Rasa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Would you like to feel empowered and at ease with life and yourself? Whether you're going through life transition, having relationship problems, dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma or looking for a deeper purpose in life, I would be honored to support you in your process of growth and healing. When the deepest parts of you get to be seen, held and accepted, it transforms into your light and strength. In this process you'll learn how to listen and trust your innate wisdom and guidance, you'll become resourceful, empowered and free to consciously create the life you want.
Would you like to feel empowered and at ease with life and yourself? Whether you're going through life transition, having relationship problems, dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma or looking for a deeper purpose in life, I would be honored to support you in your process of growth and healing. When the deepest parts of you get to be seen, held and accepted, it transforms into your light and strength. In this process you'll learn how to listen and trust your innate wisdom and guidance, you'll become resourceful, empowered and free to consciously create the life you want.
Penelope Rayas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (Online Only)
Welcome to my website! I am so glad you stopped by! Has life become overwhelming? I can help! I became a therapist to help others live a fuller, happier life. My years as Marriage and Family Therapist, help me provide you with the skills you need to ease your emotional pain, build better relationships, and change your life for the better. I am spiritual, empathetic and openminded and my practice is based on connection, body and mind awareness, empathy, deep understanding and compassion. My practice is body centered and body positive.
Welcome to my website! I am so glad you stopped by! Has life become overwhelming? I can help! I became a therapist to help others live a fuller, happier life. My years as Marriage and Family Therapist, help me provide you with the skills you need to ease your emotional pain, build better relationships, and change your life for the better. I am spiritual, empathetic and openminded and my practice is based on connection, body and mind awareness, empathy, deep understanding and compassion. My practice is body centered and body positive.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95061 (Online Only)
We are in the midst of great change, which can bring uncertainty and feelings of anxiety. Any grief, life transitions, relational issues, anxiety, depression or old patterns you were already dealing with, may feel compounded by the current climate. Therapy can help you stay connected and gain much needed support and perspective. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW no. 104585), and bring a strengths-based and person-centered approach to my clients. I'm accepting new clients on private pay basis.
We are in the midst of great change, which can bring uncertainty and feelings of anxiety. Any grief, life transitions, relational issues, anxiety, depression or old patterns you were already dealing with, may feel compounded by the current climate. Therapy can help you stay connected and gain much needed support and perspective. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW no. 104585), and bring a strengths-based and person-centered approach to my clients. I'm accepting new clients on private pay basis.
Leilani Jefferies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
We are taught to constantly go, but sometimes we need to stop, look inside, and find what's keeping us from moving forward. I offer a safe container to do this. You have the knowledge within to choose the right path. It's my job to walk with you, lighting the way. Containment and clarity: this is what I can offer to you as my client. I offer therapy in English/Spanish to individuals, couples, and families. I have advanced training in EMDR, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also offer parenting support.
We are taught to constantly go, but sometimes we need to stop, look inside, and find what's keeping us from moving forward. I offer a safe container to do this. You have the knowledge within to choose the right path. It's my job to walk with you, lighting the way. Containment and clarity: this is what I can offer to you as my client. I offer therapy in English/Spanish to individuals, couples, and families. I have advanced training in EMDR, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. I also offer parenting support.
Maggie Kohout
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Maggie. It would be a great honor to be a part of your journey towards healing, rest, and recovery. My hope is to help you in whatever way I can. Everyone's path looks different, and my aim is to get to know you and to support you with your goals and intentions. I help people with many things; however some of my main specialties include eating disorders, body image, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, relationships, job stress, transition into adulthood, pregnancy, postpartum, and being new to parenthood.
Hi! I'm Maggie. It would be a great honor to be a part of your journey towards healing, rest, and recovery. My hope is to help you in whatever way I can. Everyone's path looks different, and my aim is to get to know you and to support you with your goals and intentions. I help people with many things; however some of my main specialties include eating disorders, body image, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, relationships, job stress, transition into adulthood, pregnancy, postpartum, and being new to parenthood.
Zoe Raine-Mustain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
I believe in the capacity for people to make incredible change and growth in their lives. But it isn't easy! Regardless of the particular challenge you may be facing, with the right support, you can experience happiness and fulfillment in your life on a daily basis. I have worked in the helping profession for fourteen years, and have helped hundreds of people make changes they didn't even know were possible. I love to help my clients, and hope to have the opportunity to help you!
I believe in the capacity for people to make incredible change and growth in their lives. But it isn't easy! Regardless of the particular challenge you may be facing, with the right support, you can experience happiness and fulfillment in your life on a daily basis. I have worked in the helping profession for fourteen years, and have helped hundreds of people make changes they didn't even know were possible. I love to help my clients, and hope to have the opportunity to help you!
Dana Ingersoll
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
You hope that life can be better than this. Your ways of coping and controlling things in your life seem to be failing. You may feel like you're about to fall apart. Support from your friends and family aren’t enough. You need help to manage the overwhelm and make some big changes. I’m here for you. We’re going to drop in and get real about what’s really going on, in all of the layers. We’ll explore what compels you to do what you’re doing. We’ll figure out how these habits help and hurt you and find healthier ways to manage your stress. If you're working on addictions, I often support the goal of moderate usage.
You hope that life can be better than this. Your ways of coping and controlling things in your life seem to be failing. You may feel like you're about to fall apart. Support from your friends and family aren’t enough. You need help to manage the overwhelm and make some big changes. I’m here for you. We’re going to drop in and get real about what’s really going on, in all of the layers. We’ll explore what compels you to do what you’re doing. We’ll figure out how these habits help and hurt you and find healthier ways to manage your stress. If you're working on addictions, I often support the goal of moderate usage.
Kaila Hattis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Kaila brings a warm and welcoming energy to her practice at Pacific Coast Therapy. She understands that entering into therapy can often feel overwhelming and acknowledges the courage it takes to come to therapy and begin a journey towards growth and healing. Kaila works with adults, adolescents (13+), families, and couples. She offers a safe and trusting place to process trauma and grief.
Kaila brings a warm and welcoming energy to her practice at Pacific Coast Therapy. She understands that entering into therapy can often feel overwhelming and acknowledges the courage it takes to come to therapy and begin a journey towards growth and healing. Kaila works with adults, adolescents (13+), families, and couples. She offers a safe and trusting place to process trauma and grief.
Hania C O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Hi, my name is Hania and I am a MA, AMFT, and APCC. In these times, struggling with feelings of loss, trauma, or disconnection can lead to many mental health imbalances such as anxiety or depression, to name a few. By using a holistic and integrative approach, I collaborate with clients to foster a deeper understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and bodily sensations. Through this unfolding self-awareness, we will explore patterns and limiting beliefs that interrupt personal growth and wellness. Through taking small steps toward creating balance in various facets of your life, we can cultivate wholeness.
Hi, my name is Hania and I am a MA, AMFT, and APCC. In these times, struggling with feelings of loss, trauma, or disconnection can lead to many mental health imbalances such as anxiety or depression, to name a few. By using a holistic and integrative approach, I collaborate with clients to foster a deeper understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and bodily sensations. Through this unfolding self-awareness, we will explore patterns and limiting beliefs that interrupt personal growth and wellness. Through taking small steps toward creating balance in various facets of your life, we can cultivate wholeness.
Hi there! My name is Jasmine De Alba and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I've been providing therapy services to individuals for years, working in various settings like universities, hospitals, and community clinics. My current focus is on supporting adults who are going through different life transitions and exploring new life goals. I'm happy to offer my services via telehealth to clients all across the state. Let me know if you have any questions or would like to schedule a session!
Hi there! My name is Jasmine De Alba and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I've been providing therapy services to individuals for years, working in various settings like universities, hospitals, and community clinics. My current focus is on supporting adults who are going through different life transitions and exploring new life goals. I'm happy to offer my services via telehealth to clients all across the state. Let me know if you have any questions or would like to schedule a session!
Hello, my name is Melissa Lehrich, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have an admiration for those who seek to heal and create a more meaningful life, My focus is to help individuals find peace in themselves and become aware of their inner strengths. We will work together to help you grow from your struggles, increase your quality of life and move forward to where you would like to be. My treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
Hello, my name is Melissa Lehrich, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have an admiration for those who seek to heal and create a more meaningful life, My focus is to help individuals find peace in themselves and become aware of their inner strengths. We will work together to help you grow from your struggles, increase your quality of life and move forward to where you would like to be. My treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
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