Adults Therapists in Scotts Valley, CA
Joscelyn Boudreau
Licensed Educational Psychologist, MS, LEP
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
I provide counseling to teens and young adults who are experiencing stress related to educational difficulties.
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist and Special Education Advocate I hope to assist parents and students in navigating the complexity of the special education process. My role is to help clarify and support students and their parents in receiving the best possible educational outcome in terms of academic and social emotional support. As a School Psychologist for the past 25 years I have helped students and parents with this process. I can help interpret educational assessment results as well as clarify the IEP process and 504 plans. I also provide counseling to help address educational and social issues.
I provide counseling to teens and young adults who are experiencing stress related to educational difficulties.
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist and Special Education Advocate I hope to assist parents and students in navigating the complexity of the special education process. My role is to help clarify and support students and their parents in receiving the best possible educational outcome in terms of academic and social emotional support. As a School Psychologist for the past 25 years I have helped students and parents with this process. I can help interpret educational assessment results as well as clarify the IEP process and 504 plans. I also provide counseling to help address educational and social issues.
Reagan Glover
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
My expertise is in compassionately guiding adults who were raised with dysfunctional and abusive relationships growing up into healthier present relationships.
I provide compassionate and competent therapy for Californians healing from past trauma, and its impact on parenting and other relationships. Early life attachments and childhood trauma impact present relationships, and many times people may not fully see it. Partners cannot see how their original family and its dysfunction might be complicating communication and daily life in the present. This is especially true with trauma from addiction or mental illness in childhood or earlier life. Let me support you either individually or as a couple to find new ways to connect and/or parent now.
My expertise is in compassionately guiding adults who were raised with dysfunctional and abusive relationships growing up into healthier present relationships.
I provide compassionate and competent therapy for Californians healing from past trauma, and its impact on parenting and other relationships. Early life attachments and childhood trauma impact present relationships, and many times people may not fully see it. Partners cannot see how their original family and its dysfunction might be complicating communication and daily life in the present. This is especially true with trauma from addiction or mental illness in childhood or earlier life. Let me support you either individually or as a couple to find new ways to connect and/or parent now.
), intrinsically motivated adolescents, and individual adults.
I believe that healing and growth are innate human capacities which can become overwhelmed by powerful and/or chronic stressors. My priorities for our healing relationship are to ensure a sense of safety for you in the therapy process, as well as collaborativity. I have developed a process that I call Developmental Mindfulness to promote wellness on the somatic, emotional, and cognitive levels of human experience. I integrate somatic modalities, archetypal psychology, art therapy, play therapy, the fundamentals of qigong and yoga, Internal Family Systems, narrative strategies, cognitive strategies, and nutritional psychology.
), intrinsically motivated adolescents, and individual adults.
I believe that healing and growth are innate human capacities which can become overwhelmed by powerful and/or chronic stressors. My priorities for our healing relationship are to ensure a sense of safety for you in the therapy process, as well as collaborativity. I have developed a process that I call Developmental Mindfulness to promote wellness on the somatic, emotional, and cognitive levels of human experience. I integrate somatic modalities, archetypal psychology, art therapy, play therapy, the fundamentals of qigong and yoga, Internal Family Systems, narrative strategies, cognitive strategies, and nutritional psychology.
I work primarily with older children, tweens, teens, and adults.
Therapy is much more than just "feeling better." It is about the process of understanding how you think, how you feel, and how you can discover the resiliency you have within yourself. As a therapist, it is always an honor to have my clients place their trust in me as I watch them grow. I work with issues including depression, anxiety disorders, cutting, and suicidal ideation. I also love to use my art therapy credential into sessions when appropriate because let's be honest, sitting on a couch talking about feelings is not for everyone!
I work primarily with older children, tweens, teens, and adults.
Therapy is much more than just "feeling better." It is about the process of understanding how you think, how you feel, and how you can discover the resiliency you have within yourself. As a therapist, it is always an honor to have my clients place their trust in me as I watch them grow. I work with issues including depression, anxiety disorders, cutting, and suicidal ideation. I also love to use my art therapy credential into sessions when appropriate because let's be honest, sitting on a couch talking about feelings is not for everyone!
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been serving the needs of children, adolescents, and adults for over 20 years. I grew up in the Santa Cruz area and I am thrilled to be serving our beautiful community. I provide both therapy and psychological testing to children and adults in order to help my patients grow into their full potential. Oftentimes, problems that seem insurmountable are due to the ways in which we perceive them. Feeling as though we lack the power to change keep us locked in old, unproductive patterns. Understanding what is holding you back is often the key to growth, change, and greater life satisfaction.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been serving the needs of children, adolescents, and adults for over 20 years. I grew up in the Santa Cruz area and I am thrilled to be serving our beautiful community. I provide both therapy and psychological testing to children and adults in order to help my patients grow into their full potential. Oftentimes, problems that seem insurmountable are due to the ways in which we perceive them. Feeling as though we lack the power to change keep us locked in old, unproductive patterns. Understanding what is holding you back is often the key to growth, change, and greater life satisfaction.
Inga Knudson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
I work with teens, young adults, adults, intimate partners, family systems.
If you don't know how to 'fix it' yourself, why not call a professional? We all know how to call a plumber or electrician or landlord, why is it so hard to call a therapist? Or even a friend or partner? First, let me say, nothing is broken, YOU are not broken. You want more out of your life and relationships and you're not sure how to get there. You've lost your way in more ways than one, and your connection to self and others may be shakey at best. Maybe you feel stuck or like no one really understands. Together we can rebuild your sense of connection to yourself and others, dare I say, even a sense of aliveness and joy.
I work with teens, young adults, adults, intimate partners, family systems.
If you don't know how to 'fix it' yourself, why not call a professional? We all know how to call a plumber or electrician or landlord, why is it so hard to call a therapist? Or even a friend or partner? First, let me say, nothing is broken, YOU are not broken. You want more out of your life and relationships and you're not sure how to get there. You've lost your way in more ways than one, and your connection to self and others may be shakey at best. Maybe you feel stuck or like no one really understands. Together we can rebuild your sense of connection to yourself and others, dare I say, even a sense of aliveness and joy.
David B. Ruso
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
I have extensive experience providing psychotherapy for adults, young adults, and the elderly.
Entering into the right therapeutic relationship is the first step toward healing and change. Working collaboratively we will explore the origins of any problems or pain you have be struggling with, at a pace that is safe and comfortable for you. As mental and emotional material is explored, the ability to experience greater freedom and enjoyment in your relationships, work, and family life will become more readily accessible and tangible in daily life.
I have extensive experience providing psychotherapy for adults, young adults, and the elderly.
Entering into the right therapeutic relationship is the first step toward healing and change. Working collaboratively we will explore the origins of any problems or pain you have be struggling with, at a pace that is safe and comfortable for you. As mental and emotional material is explored, the ability to experience greater freedom and enjoyment in your relationships, work, and family life will become more readily accessible and tangible in daily life.
Yvonne D Vermillion
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
As a play therapist for children, adolescents, and even adults, I have witnessed clients evolve from feelings of loneliness, loss, confusion, fear and anxiety, to embracing empowerment, self-confidence, trust and respect for self and others.
Blending conventional and alternative approaches I empower children, adolescents, and adults to reach their therapeutic goals. It is my belief that all children, regardless of age or race, speak their own unique language based on their unique life experiences. This language expresses who they are and what they need in order to live a more functional and productive life. My mission is to interpret that language and offer innovative strategies that foster positive growth and maturity. It is not only a challenge to change, grow, and learn. As a member of the human race, I feel it is an obligation!
As a play therapist for children, adolescents, and even adults, I have witnessed clients evolve from feelings of loneliness, loss, confusion, fear and anxiety, to embracing empowerment, self-confidence, trust and respect for self and others.
Blending conventional and alternative approaches I empower children, adolescents, and adults to reach their therapeutic goals. It is my belief that all children, regardless of age or race, speak their own unique language based on their unique life experiences. This language expresses who they are and what they need in order to live a more functional and productive life. My mission is to interpret that language and offer innovative strategies that foster positive growth and maturity. It is not only a challenge to change, grow, and learn. As a member of the human race, I feel it is an obligation!
I have limited space for adults with CPTSD seeking long term treatment.
Welcome to the playroom! Play is the language of children, making it the most effective way to treat their mental health. Play Therapy makes it safe for kids to express things that are too hard to talk about and allows them to process experiences in a way that make sense. Imaginary dragons fought during therapy will help a child figure out how to win the battles of their own life. I use the power of play to join in, letting me see things from their perspective. By fighting these battles together, the playroom becomes a place where kids learn who they truly are and how to cope, resulting in healing, hope and connection.
I have limited space for adults with CPTSD seeking long term treatment.
Welcome to the playroom! Play is the language of children, making it the most effective way to treat their mental health. Play Therapy makes it safe for kids to express things that are too hard to talk about and allows them to process experiences in a way that make sense. Imaginary dragons fought during therapy will help a child figure out how to win the battles of their own life. I use the power of play to join in, letting me see things from their perspective. By fighting these battles together, the playroom becomes a place where kids learn who they truly are and how to cope, resulting in healing, hope and connection.
I have extensive experience working with teens and young adults navigating difficult life transitions, relationships, and trauma.
My name is Tierney Long, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I offer virtual, phone and nature walk therapy to teens and adults. My approach to therapy is solution-focused and relationship-based. I believe that we need to build trust and a meaningful connection to best work together to reach your therapeutic goals. Every individual person has a unique story and needs, and I want to hear yours. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy techniques. The sessions are your time, and I want to focus on your goals for treatment.
I have extensive experience working with teens and young adults navigating difficult life transitions, relationships, and trauma.
My name is Tierney Long, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I offer virtual, phone and nature walk therapy to teens and adults. My approach to therapy is solution-focused and relationship-based. I believe that we need to build trust and a meaningful connection to best work together to reach your therapeutic goals. Every individual person has a unique story and needs, and I want to hear yours. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy techniques. The sessions are your time, and I want to focus on your goals for treatment.
Katelyn Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95060
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, change, 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 to 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 footing 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, depression, change, 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 to 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 footing 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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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
What does putting your oxygen mask on first really look like? Let’s explore what it means to take care of ourselves and/or our children in a society that often works against our well-being. I enjoy working with neurodivergent or highly sensitive children, teens, and adults to decrease anxiety and depression while building self-worth and resilience. I take an affirming, empathic approach, focusing on your strengths and our therapeutic relationship.
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Carrie Likeness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Waitlist for new clients
Extensive work with children to adults.
Welcome! Are you feeling frozen, avoidant, exhausted, disconnected, or uncertain in life? Many of us do from time to time and this is where psychotherapy makes a difference. My passion as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist is helping those struggling with phase of life issues, blocks to personal growth or vibrancy, and the day to day challenges of mental health symptoms. I will work collaboratively with you to tailor personalized treatment so you can identify and articulate your barriers and then work to get unstuck.
Extensive work with children to adults.
Welcome! Are you feeling frozen, avoidant, exhausted, disconnected, or uncertain in life? Many of us do from time to time and this is where psychotherapy makes a difference. My passion as a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist is helping those struggling with phase of life issues, blocks to personal growth or vibrancy, and the day to day challenges of mental health symptoms. I will work collaboratively with you to tailor personalized treatment so you can identify and articulate your barriers and then work to get unstuck.
Hannah Fisher
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Dedicated to helping adolescents, teens and young adults in Santa Cruz County; specializing in treating suicidal thoughts, self-harm, trauma depression, anxiety, and, relationship issues.
Partnering with teens, adolescents, and young adults on their mental health journey, I will create a safe space for my clients and to walk through the challenges they identify. Trust, privacy, safety, and security ensure strong therapeutic relationships; these are my values as a therapist. I am committed to honoring clients' authenticity and willingness to share their stories.
Dedicated to helping adolescents, teens and young adults in Santa Cruz County; specializing in treating suicidal thoughts, self-harm, trauma depression, anxiety, and, relationship issues.
Partnering with teens, adolescents, and young adults on their mental health journey, I will create a safe space for my clients and to walk through the challenges they identify. Trust, privacy, safety, and security ensure strong therapeutic relationships; these are my values as a therapist. I am committed to honoring clients' authenticity and willingness to share their stories.
I offer a warm, open, supportive environment for adults of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, poor self-image, life transitions, illness or caregiving, and grief and loss.
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.
I offer a warm, open, supportive environment for adults of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness, poor self-image, life transitions, illness or caregiving, and grief and loss.
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.
Karen Luxon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Scotts Valley, CA 95067 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and families.
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.
I have extensive experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and families.
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.
As an experienced Somatic Experiencing practitioner, educator, and coach, I've seen the positive impact this modality has had on many individuals. As a fifth-degree black belt in Aikido, I can help you practice and discover how to strengthen your own center and ground, increasing your experience of balance and stability. Since earning a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology in 2003 I've worked with corporations, and individuals in various settings bringing the exploration of the intersection of the body, mind, and spirit to people of all backgrounds. I have the background and insight to help you in your personal healing journey.
As an experienced Somatic Experiencing practitioner, educator, and coach, I've seen the positive impact this modality has had on many individuals. As a fifth-degree black belt in Aikido, I can help you practice and discover how to strengthen your own center and ground, increasing your experience of balance and stability. Since earning a Ph.D. in Transpersonal Psychology in 2003 I've worked with corporations, and individuals in various settings bringing the exploration of the intersection of the body, mind, and spirit to people of all backgrounds. I have the background and insight to help you in your personal healing journey.
Are you feeling stuck like stagnating water of a creek that no longer flows? Or are you struggling in your relationships? Certain seasons test us to our core. My experience as a therapist and as a client shows me that we have the capacity to recover our vitality. I am here to support your journey of healing and growth. Even after traumas, losses, oppression, and experiences that are too painful for our bodies and spirits to carry alone, there is a path of healing that can re-energize your life and spirit. While you are the expert on your life, I am here to facilitate awareness, self-compassion and inner shifts.
Are you feeling stuck like stagnating water of a creek that no longer flows? Or are you struggling in your relationships? Certain seasons test us to our core. My experience as a therapist and as a client shows me that we have the capacity to recover our vitality. I am here to support your journey of healing and growth. Even after traumas, losses, oppression, and experiences that are too painful for our bodies and spirits to carry alone, there is a path of healing that can re-energize your life and spirit. While you are the expert on your life, I am here to facilitate awareness, self-compassion and inner shifts.
Julianne Weinzimmer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Waitlist for new clients
I view therapy as an opportunity to provide you with warmth and validation as we explore the life you’ve lived, what you need most, and the future you're planning. I believe in everyone’s capacity for personal and relational fulfilment, to feel empowered no matter what you've gone through! In fact, our experiences with trauma, hardship, mental health struggles, discrimination, racism, and not feeling like we belong all shape us into richly complex, resilient humans deserving of acceptance and inner-peace.
I view therapy as an opportunity to provide you with warmth and validation as we explore the life you’ve lived, what you need most, and the future you're planning. I believe in everyone’s capacity for personal and relational fulfilment, to feel empowered no matter what you've gone through! In fact, our experiences with trauma, hardship, mental health struggles, discrimination, racism, and not feeling like we belong all shape us into richly complex, resilient humans deserving of acceptance and inner-peace.
Cassia Bloom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
I am a compassionate, professional psychotherapist with an individualized way of treating each client. I believe each person has the strength inside themselves for change and healing. It is my role to identify your personal style and help you find the clarity you need to make necessary life changes. In doing so I utilize many theoretical approaches including; psychodynamic, existential/humanistic, solution focused and cognitive behavioral.
I am a compassionate, professional psychotherapist with an individualized way of treating each client. I believe each person has the strength inside themselves for change and healing. It is my role to identify your personal style and help you find the clarity you need to make necessary life changes. In doing so I utilize many theoretical approaches including; psychodynamic, existential/humanistic, solution focused and cognitive behavioral.
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