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Bianca Pisano

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC (she, her)

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Santa Cruz, CA 95062
The pace of the world today can feel overwhelming, leaving you anxious, depressed, or unsure of how to move forward. These struggles create distance from yourself and from the people who matter most. Therapy, with me, offers a space to slow down and look inside. My approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. Healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time, we'll make space for humor, curiosity, and even joy along the way.
I believe that our disconnection from the nature is deeply impacting our mental health. Part of my work is to help my clients reestablish that connection and rediscover their belonging to the natural world around us. I also work with folks exploring their sexuality; I am sex-positive and provide counsel on kink and ENM relationships.
My work is trauma-informed and includes nature-based practices, somatic practices, IFS, and depth-therapy. I work with adults navigating struggles with identity, big life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Therapy is not about fixing, but reclaiming parts of yourself that long for meaning, connection and play.
Call or Bianca Pisano now for a free 15 minute consultation - (831) 243-3959

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Shine A Light Counseling Center

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(831) 243-3959
I specialize in Women's Issues, Relationship Issues and Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (831) 243-3959
Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Shine A Light Counseling Center

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(831) 243-3959
I specialize in Women's Issues, Relationship Issues and Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $170
  • Couple Sessions $170
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Blue Shield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Medi-Cal
  • TRICARE
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I accept Carelon and regional Medi-cal such as CCAH, San Francisco, LA Care, and PHPC and Gold Coast. I also accept Blue Shield PPO and have a sliding scale for those without insurance.
Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 243-3959
"
I accept Carelon and regional Medi-cal such as CCAH, San Francisco, LA Care, and PHPC and Gold Coast. I also accept Blue Shield PPO and have a sliding scale for those without insurance.
Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 243-3959

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 146979 Supervised by Timothy Hartnett (California / 27228) Bianca Mary Pisano
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Pacifica Graduate Institute , Masters in Counseling , Graduated 2024
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with CAMFT
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Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (831) 243-3959
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Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (831) 243-3959

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Women's Issues
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergent
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Racial Identity
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, or trauma. I offer a non-judgemental space using depth-psychology to help to uncover unconscious thoughts and behaviors that are negatively impacting your life.
Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 243-3959
"
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, or trauma. I offer a non-judgemental space using depth-psychology to help to uncover unconscious thoughts and behaviors that are negatively impacting your life.
Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 243-3959

2 Endorsements

Colin Ebeling
Colin Ebeling
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAAMFTAPCC
Bianca Pisano is one of the most inspiring, insightful therapists I know-brilliant, no-nonsense, deeply empathetic, and endlessly supportive. She thinks outside the box, and her clients are so lucky to work with her.
Erika Abrahamian
Erika Abrahamian
Marriage & Family TherapistMFAMA
Bianca brings a rare combination of curiosity, warmth, and grounded presence to the therapy room. Her gentle and playful approach helps clients feel safe, supported, and open to growth and healing.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Experiential Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
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Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (831) 243-3959
Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (831) 243-3959

Location

Primary Location

Shine A Light Counseling Center

Santa Cruz, CA 95062

(831) 243-3959

Nearby Areas

Counties

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Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 243-3959
Photo of Bianca Pisano, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Bianca Pisano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 243-3959