Sutter Therapists in Santa Cruz, CA

Kim Marshall Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Kim works with a variety of individuals and couples. She provides an inviting and warm space to explore client’s goals and address areas where they feel stuck or hopeless. She believes that through a safe and caring therapeutic relationship, hope, change and flourishing will emerge. Kim works with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, parenting, parenting adult children, and relational conflicts.

Thank you for reaching out and trusting me in the first step of your healing journey. This may not be easy at times, but we will take this journey together. I like to utilize a strength-based approach in therapy while incorporating modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Post-Modern/Solution Focused Therapy, Relaxation and Mindfulness techniques, etc. I also like to focus on both insight building and skill building, helping clients be co-participants in their treatment. Life is ever changing. Circumstances arise, stressors emerge, relationships are tested, and we are asked to adapt, cope and push forward.

My Name is Tracey Downs, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Los Angeles, CA, serving clients statewide via teletherapy. I work with clients of all ages, and I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, and stress management. I take an eclectic approach to meeting you as you are and helping you find your path forward to wellness. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and it is my honor to help you find your way.

I initially became a social worker to help the elderly population. Through graduate school, I have found a love for both medical social work as well as working in behavioral and mental health.

My name is Cheree Alejandro. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling. I have work in multiple areas with different populations. Such as crisis assessment and intervention, dual diagnosis, individual and group therapy for depression and anxiety. I use different modalities such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, solution brief focused therapy. Worked with different cultures, ages from 5 to 85.

My name is Amy Childers and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work to provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients to engage to find better ways to manage their symptoms and live a more fulfilling life. I specialize in working with trauma, depression, and anxiety amongst other general life stressors that may come up.

Hi there, I'm Jacob! I am a Humanistic & Person-Centered therapist. I value the therapeutic relationship and believe it is through trust, understanding, and compassion goals can be reached together. I believe in supporting each individual based on their cultural, spiritual, and personal values. I enjoy spending time with animals and nature and am currently working toward becoming an LBL past life regressionist.

Hello, I'm Margo Roa, MSW, LCSW. I hope to walk alongside you in this journey of growth and healing. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space that fosters growth and empowerment. I believe anyone can accomplish their therapeutic goals when they are given the right tools. I take an eclectic approach to therapy as there is no one-size-fits-all approach. I walk alongside my clients in examining what is important in their lives and setting attainable goals.

My name is Heather Porter (LMFT119623) and I am a Southern California-based clinician. I have had the privilege to experience working in many different settings and with many different populations. I believe my role as a therapist is to offer a supportive, non-judgmental space for people to feel seen, and heard, and like they have the tools they need to reach their goals. The most important aspect of my therapeutic approach is ensuring the relationship we have together is one where there is trust, safety, and honesty.

Hello, my name is Anne Brace. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I've had many years of experience helping diverse clients create safe and fulfilling lives. I look forward to collaborating with new clients on their unique challenges. I have worked most often with adult women and have also provided mental health services to adult men, teenagers, children, and families. I am currently most interested in working with adults, on issues of anxiety, self-confidence/assertiveness, mood challenges, trauma histories, attachment/parenting, LGBTQ+ concerns, and culture-based stresses.

My name is Parwin Wasimi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Deigo, California. In addition to providing Telehealth services, I am working with adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression and also individuals who are diagnosed with Schizophrenia in an Intensive Outpatient Program. I am passionate about helping clients develop the skills and resources they need to live more fulfilling lives using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My communication style is compassionate, patient, active listener, and nonjudgmental.

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California with over 20 years of experience working as Social Worker in Adult Protective Services, Emergency Room Trauma Social Worker, Mental Health Inpatient Clinician, and life coach, and the state prison system. My approach is styled to fit what you will feel will meet your needs, you are the expert in you. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, justice system and military issues .

My name is Eliza Haughey, LPCC. I see the therapeutic alliance as the most important part of therapy. People need to feel safe, seen, and heard. A therapist should be a confidant and empower clients to feel comfortable sharing the experiences they are going through, from the profound to the mundane. I work with depression, anxiety, life changes and adjustment issues, addiction, eating disorders, and trauma.

Life can be challenging at times, and taking the step to improve your quality of life is important. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and my approach to therapy starts with providing a warm, welcoming environment and building a strong foundation. I work hard to ensure a safe and comfortable space for my clients. My passion is helping people heal and grow through their experiences and challenges. I will provide an open space for you to explore your challenges, learn more about yourself, and grow through these difficult times.

Cherrie Phillips is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has been practicing since 2014. She practices an integrated approach by using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic modalities to empower her clients to rediscover their authentic selves in order to live in their truth and happiness. Cherrie understands and empathizes with the fact that we all struggle and we all deserve to be fully seen, in a non-judgmental space that allows for real self-reflection. Cherrie pulls from emotionally focused styles of therapy to support a therapeutic environment safe enough to explore all parts of yourself.

Hello. I'm Ann Gimpel, a licensed psychologist. I believe in client-centered therapy and in crafting a safe and supportive environment for my clients. Clients experiencing life stressors such as job and relationship issues will be a great fit with my skill set. I'm also interested in addictions, chronic pain, and chronic health issues. As a cancer survivor, I've been there. Rather than being wedded to a particular theoretical approach, I will blend several to meet my clients' needs. I have background and training in cognitive behavioral, psychoanalytic, marital therapy, and client coaching, to name a few.

My name is Kristen Johnson. I am an LCSW and have been licensed since 2000. I work with youth and adults who struggle with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, relational problems and phase of life problems. I work with youth, adults, and the Veteran population. I help people who struggle with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and phase of life problems. When working with someone, I individualize my approach to help them achieve their goal(s) for treatment. I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT and Interpersonal psychotherapy as my theoretical approaches to treatment.

My name is Elva Lopez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Ventura, California and working with clients statewide via tele health. I am passionate about supporting all of my clients through challenges to experience healing and growth in their lives. I found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, grief, and stress.

Hello, thank you for your interest in me as your therapist. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My experience encompasses a holistic approach that supports health & wellness towards an improved quality of life. My therapy framework is collaborative creating a safe space to share, works with individuals to achieve their goals, gain insight and find solutions.