Therapists in 93024

My commitment is to creating safe space in which to help people (re)connect with and honor the wisdom and guidance of their inner knowing selves so that they may live more sanely in this crazy-making, invalidating world. Essential to this process is transforming our inner critics into allies, learning to move only as fast as the slowest part of us feels safe to go, developing the capacity to be tender, gentle and accepting with all the ways that we are (even as we work to change some of those ways) and reclaiming rest as a sacred act.

You want to have a positive impact in your relationships, work and personal life... and something isn't working - you are blocked, stuck in self-defeating patterns, wounded by life's inevitable pain... you need support to break free and move forward on the path of your heart. How do you choose the support that's right for you?

I am an Internal Family Systems Institute (IFS) trained therapist. My therapeutic approach is based on the core principles of the therapies that make up my eclectic background. The core principles are (1) the assertion that each person possesses a healthy inner core, a deeper connection to the Self, and (2) that sharing one's inner qualities with others allows one to discover the benefits of this connection to the Self. And (3) that while fulfillment and happiness are not guaranteed in life, meaning and a sense of purpose are available regardless of circumstances.

I enjoy helping motivated people who are in crisis or distressed find realistic and practical relief for their problems. I have over 40 years of experience working with individuals, children, teens, parents, couples and families. My goal is to be actively engaged in finding solutions for problems people face with relationships, personal growth, work place stresses, and parenting. One of my primary values as a therapist is to help create a positive and successful experience for my clients.

It's possible to access your inner wisdom and feel a sense of safety and belonging in this world; to hear your soul's calling and respond; to live into your deepest truths. When change is desired, the psychotherapy process transforms overwhelming fears, frustrations, and responsibilities into guides that keep one true to one's authentic path. I am here to journey with you; to help you create a place for your most sacred aspects of self so that you can feel more connected to yourself, to others, and to the world.

When life is overwhelming or you feel stuck, I can help you move toward self-management, joy and purpose. In a comfortable, positive and safe environment, I help couples learn to communicate gently and openly so that they can enjoy a deeply connected relationship. I help parents and teens to adjust, team-up and learn to talk to one another through life's biggest hurdles. Let's create a plan and execute it, moving from self-doubt to confidence, from anger to understanding and freedom, and from anxiety to peace of mind.

I am honored to be a part of our beautiful Central Coast, characterized by care and community. My client-centered, humanistic approach is a balance of compassion, empathy and open-mindedness. I have been honored to share this healing space with children as young as 3 years, families, adolescents, young and middle-aged adults, and the healthy aging population, who have become willing to explore their experiences of suffering, trauma, depression, separation and anxiety. Hope and empowerment grow through the process of healing and recovery. It is a collaborative experience where alternative ways of being occur.

Dr. Nye is a holistic psychotherapist and has worked extensively with couples and individuals. She is interactive, empathetic and directive. Her goal is to help client's find meaning in their pain, gain personal insight, make healthy life decisions and new methods for living. Dr. Nye has a compassionate, yet straightforward approach. Depending on her client's needs she helps them develop understanding regarding the origin of their pain then focuses on solution strategies. She is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing). EMDR can be used for trauma, accidents, loss, anxiety, negative beliefs, physical symptoms, and painful memories.

I have been in the field for over twenty years working with children, adolescents and adults with issues related to trauma, loss, family conflict and life changes. All of these can create stress, which left untreated, can develop into debilitating symptoms of depression and or anxiety. My work is focused on giving you the tools to manage your symptoms, while identifying defeating patterns of thought and behavior and helping you develop healthy thinking and behavior to promote healing, growth and wholeness.

Are you fighting about the same things over and over? Do things seem to be getting worse instead of better? Do your fights leave you feeling sad and discouraged or worried about the future? Or if you're single, do you find yourself dating "the same guy with a different face." You keep repeating the same patterns that leave you feeling unloved and alone. You shouldn't have to feel this bad. And it doesn't have to be like this. You deserve a good loving relationship, the kind we all really want.

Life can be difficult to navigate these days with added pressure from home, work and just life itself. We can get overwhelmed which adds on extra pressure, anxiety, isolation, and even substance abuse issues. If you are looking for support in a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment to explore new and healthy coping skills that will be beneficial to you in everyday life, please reach out and call today.

FOR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, TRAUMA: I blend psychology and spirituality to treat uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, feelings of isolation, the monkey mind of the ego, as well as heavy, stuck energy that needs releasing. Psychodynamic therapy, guided meditation, and shamanic modes of healing can help shift the way you think and feel. As Einstein put it: "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." Using an integrative approach we will connect with your higher self and beyond to experience real transformation and change of consciousness.

Attention: Due to the high volume of calls, I am only accepting email communication at the moment.( Please click on "Email me" button if you'd like to communicate with me) Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, I am committed to working alongside you on your journey to living a more fulfilling life. My mission as a psychotherapist is to guide you towards better functioning in all areas of your life. I believe everyone has the right to live a productive and vibrant life. I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, stress, and trauma.