In Person Therapists in Truckee, CA

Hi! I am a Licensed Psychologist and anxiety specialist with expertise in empirically-supported treatment for anxiety, panic, OCD, and related disorders. Staying current with empirical research, I offer cutting-edge and effective treatment to help clients overcome obstacles and create meaningful change. I understand how debilitating and destructive anxiety and OCD can be, and it is my goal to help you master the skills that will empower you to take back control over your life. Together, we will take small steps outside your comfort zone to free you from anxiety once and for all!

Are you stuck in a cycle of thought patterns or behaviors that are negatively impacting your well-being? Do you feel anxious, ashamed, disconnected, or depressed, and wish you could break away from these patterns? Do you find yourself daydreaming about what life would be like if you weren’t so caught up in this struggle? Many people are struggling to manage their relationships, careers, and lives during these uncertain times. You are not alone, and I am here to help.

I understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel insurmountable and that we may feel stuck. Together we can navigate the uncharted territory that is necessary to heal you. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who works with adolescents, adults, and couples. I have a unique experience helping clients with identity concerns, life transitions, relationship conflicts, and spirituality. I also enjoy supporting clients with chronic illness and pain, ADHD, bipolar disorder, adoption, career concerns, and parenting and school challenges. Additionally, I welcome those who may be seeking a therapist who identifies as BIPOC.

Sometimes life’s inevitable challenges cause added stress, sadness, worry, feelings of being “stuck” or not feeling like yourself. I understand that calling to schedule your first therapy appointment might feel daunting. Perhaps you keep putting it off, wondering if therapy is necessary or even right for you. I believe that every person is deserving of support when life feels difficult.

We are in the midst of difficult times, filled with uncertainty, unsettling emotions and new challenges. You do not have to be alone in finding, creating, and examining solutions. I work with individuals, couples, and families in confidential and supportive telehealth and nature-based in person sessions. We can collaborate to find the most effective approach to meet your specific needs and goals. I treat anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, family conflict, grief, and provide parenting guidance. I also provide support and guidance through life transitions through customized ritual and ceremony creation and enactment.

I have been working in the field of healing arts for two decades. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with individuals, couples, teens, and adolescents. My work is grounded in the knowing that with the safety and security of the therapeutic container, one finds the willingness to feel what is authentically present, which naturally brings healing and ease of living.

Do you wonder whether life could be better or want to be able to focus more on your goals and live your best life? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, or feeling disconnected from your self or others? Do you feel exhausted or frustrated by the thought that there is no light at the end of the tunnel or that something is missing? Now, more than ever, so many people are feeling drained and uncertain about finding their place in life. Not addressing past trauma or challenges can lead to even more overwhelm. We believe that it should not be so hard to live better, that people can change, and that there is hope.

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.

My therapeutic approach comes from a place of love. I believe in meeting clients where they are, without judgment or discrimination. My style is integrated and person-centered, focusing on awareness of the here and now as a tool for change. I am sensitive to the influence of our environments and how that shapes us. Often we are guided by the stories we tell ourselves and the stories others tell us. It is important to assess our stories to determine if they are relevant or if they are someone else’s stories. It is through the exploration of the past and present that we are able to support a healthy future.

I have a private Marriage and Family Therapy practice. I enjoy working with adolescents, parents and individual adults. Adolescence can be a tumultuous time. I like to support and give guidance to your teen. I like to help parents find the balance of nurture and structure in raising their children. I find that working with individuals allows me to create change in the family system.

At Indigo Waters Counseling Services, we believe that mental health and wellness are essential towards living a fullfulling life. Children and adults are vulnerable to experiencing challenges balancing the various stressors life can bring about. We will work together to identify the core problems and develop treatment goals.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who has devoted most of my experience to working with adolescents and their families supporting the transition from childhood to young adulthood for both parents and teens. I also work extensively with couples, both in supporting the parental relationship as well as strengthening parenting skills, as I have found that with the mounting stress in today's society, a strong home foundation improves the whole system.

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.

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.

I have been working as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for the last 12 years and I completed my doctoral degree in 2024. I have worked in the community with individuals, couples, youth with high risk behaviors, and military families. I specialize in working with individuals, women's issues, couples, substance abuse and recovery, trauma, military population, and adolescents. While working with my clients I focus on the whole person, pulling forward your own strengths and wisdom to solve life's challenges.

I'm a therapist who walks alongside people on their journey of healing and self-discovery, like a mountain guide for the soul. I listen actively and provide personalized options, ideas, and new tools. I conduct the process with thoughtful questions and insightful activities. I don’t come in with answers, for each person already has their own as the expert in their own lives. I simply help guide them to uncover what's within. All the while, I hold each person with a deep unconditional positive regard using a combination of trauma-informed talk therapy, expressive arts, parts work (IFS), play, eco, Jungian, and depth psychology.

Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life and that having someone provide another perspective, without judgment, can make a big difference!

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.

Buen día & welcome! The quest to find therapeutic services can be daunting and tiresome. I want to celebrate the work you are doing to find support and foster change in your life. I am honored that you're reading a little about me and I hope to do what I can to support you in finding a therapist that you connect and feel safe with. I am a woman working to understand my identity, navigate how I show up in the world and better prioritize my wellbeing. It is my hope that I can work with others in doing the same! My work is informed by strengths based perspectives and draws on Narrative, Decolonial and Feminist theories.