Emotionally Focused Therapists in Eureka, CA

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Jennifer Karmiol
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My practice is relationship focused. I particularly enjoy working with couples and have found that if couples are willing to put the work in, great strides can be made towards healing and connection. I have completed two levels toward certification in the Gottman method of couples therapy and have also done training in the Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. In my work with couples and individuals, I incorporate mindfulness-based therapy.
(707) 600-2183
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Miles Avery Ellis Ruttinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
In couples work I use Gottman and EFT to navigate communication/conflict resolution, relationship discernment and building intimacy.
As a queer transgender, nonbinary individual with a non-traditional spiritual practice and collaborative approach to my therapy, I know that finding the right therapist is important. Whether in rural situations or in a big city—the therapy room is a space where a client doesn't have to explain or educate a therapist about sexuality, open relationships, polyamory, BDSM, body size, disability, chronic health issues, experiences of oppression, or racism. You are valid. I hold that everyone is an expert of their own life. I am not an expert when it comes to your life.
(415) 326-1725
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Eureka, CA 95502
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Kim-Lien Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am a multi-cultural psychotherapist originally from the SF Bay Area, residing in beautiful Northern Cali. In my work, it's a great joy witnessing a person’s journey through their suffering, into a more satisfying, fulfilled and whole way of living. I believe that you hold the answers to your questions. Whether you're in partnership, an individual, or a family, let's collaborate, with honesty and compassion to help you reconnect to your wisdom, healing and bliss. This is an invitation for you to take the lead in becoming the ultimate expert in your therapeutic journey.
(707) 310-8266
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Eureka, CA 95503
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Jelissa 'jojo' Rempojo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Opening up about trauma and hardships of life is difficult and at times frightening, yet you’re willing to be vulnerable because you WANT to make a change. I am motivated by Social Justice and ensure that the person sitting in front of me is being provided their space to be who they are. Each person is unique, with their own identity while navigating through the society they are part of. Humans are social beings and navigating through our interpersonal and cultural relationships are crucial to our mental health. We'll vibe together, laugh together, and work together to ensure you are being supported while meeting your goals.
(707) 622-3818
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Eureka, CA 95503
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David Zajanc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you tired of running away from your fears and missing out on opportunities for growth? You have all the answers inside you. My role is to walk alongside you on this journey of personal growth to help you find those answers. I can hold the mirror for you to see in those blind spots that are hard for us to see on our own, to help you understand better how you want to help yourself in acceptance or taking action (whichever fits your true self where you are at), and to have the patience and love to be gentle with yourself.
(707) 506-0189
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Heather Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life sometimes presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming and cause deep emotional pain. Working from a strength-based perspective, individuals can explore their resiliency and tap into their own authenticity. Counseling provides people with a safe place to vocalize their struggles, needs, wants and values. It allows for growth and healing to occur while encouraging positive change within the individual and their lives.
(707) 289-7752
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Kimberly J Herkert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
The pandemic was hard on all of us. If you feel like you need some support or help to desal the last couple of years, I'm here. We all need help occasionally. Learning how to approach and overcome these challenges shape us and allow us to experience life to the fullest. Therapy allows us to look at where we may be blocked and helps us find our own answers to living an authentic life. I discovered that building a supportive relationship through therapy creates a safe place to explore life issues, understand difficult situations, learn new skills, enrich relationships, and work through situations that lead to a more authentic life.
(530) 287-4414
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Shane Calhoun
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have been a good fit for individuals looking for a supportive space to address anxiety and depression, needing movement in developing new coping strategies, seeking a deeper level of wellness and balance, or identity development. I have often found that I work well with those who have found therapy unhelpful in the past and are looking to give it another try. I also recognize that counseling is a different experience for those who identify as ADHD or ASD. The neuro-diverse culture is an area that I have experience in and that I find meaningful to work with.
(707) 216-0953
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Eureka, CA 95503
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Jessica Golly
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Therapy provides a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space to bring issues to the surface and develop a plan to address them. From problems that feel somewhat small, to traumatic experiences and major life complications, working with a trained professional can be stabilizing and facilitate calm, clarity, and strength so that you can move forward in your journey with happiness and health.
(707) 314-3181
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Eureka, CA 95501
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New Growth Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
New Growth Psychology is dedicated to providing psychodynamic therapy to teens and adults. Psychodynamic therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach, but an evidence-based treatment that acknowledges the vastness of each individuals experience while holding pervasive themes that exist across human experience. This type of therapy can be a good fit for individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, existential crisis, or identity exploration. Some possible benefits of psychodynamic therapy include increased awareness of emotions, increased self-esteem and deepening in interpersonal relationships.
(707) 683-7601
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Roberta J Nolan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, MA
Verified
Verified
I believe it’s a privilege working in the field of psychology and with humans of all ages from infancy to geriatrics. Some of my psychological expertise include human development, traumas, mood disorders, forensics as well as various ranges of other mental, emotional, and behavioral issues. I believe that humans are experts in their lived experiences. It is my privilege to learn from humans and imagine/interpret their situations, challenges, or concerns and offer psychoeducation in support of reducing disruptive/negative lifor issues and lessons
(530) 773-5226
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Eureka, CA 95503
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Deb Gee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Everything about our lives is centered in relationship; knowing how to effectively initiate and maintain supportive, enjoyable and mutually satisfying relationships will serve us throughout our lives. But this doesn't happen without many ups and downs, some of which benefit from including a supportive, objective and helpful therapist. If you are wishing to improve your thinking, your skill in dealing with stress, anxiety, depression or trauma, living in past experiences or fearing the future, I would be honored to help.
(707) 683-8921
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Kris Coffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
It's the middle of the night and you can't sleep. You keep trying to understand why you are so stuck in your life and your relationship. Your partner is asleep in the other room because you are fighting again. You've done so much to try to feel connected but it isn't working. It's so different than what you experience when you are in community, surrounded by people who are vibrant and expansive. Like that time you were at Burning Man and you felt so alive only to come home to a life that feels numb, and disconnected. No matter how many plant medicine ceremonies, books, or courses you do, you still find yourself frustrated.
(707) 350-8688
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Pablo Bayo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I came to Humboldt County in 2001, after completing my psychology degree in Europe and my master's degree in psychotherapy in Syracuse, New York. I have practiced psychotherapy for the last 30 years, and I am familiar with a wide range of issues, situations and diagnosis. Although, I enjoy specific theoretical and practical approaches and models of therapy like CBT, SFBT for treating anxiety, trauma impact and depression symptoms, I clinically focus on what I believe suits best the individual and the situation. I view life as a journey towards betterment of the person and reach for happiness.
(707) 681-7295
Eureka, CA 95501
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April D. Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Sometimes the stresses and difficulties of life can become too insurmountable to face on our own, and we need additional therapeutic input to help navigate these obstacles and build resiliency. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty with coping, relationship challenges or workplace stress? These are some of the issues we can address together in therapy. If you want to make positive changes in your life and see an increase in your overall health and well-being, improved mood, feel more in control of your life, experience peace, discover your full potential or gain a better understanding of yourself, therapy can help.
(707) 306-8089
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Jessi C Immitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
We all come to points in life when we realize something needs to change. Whether you are experiencing conflict, anger, depression, stress, or loss, counseling can help. We can't always control what life throws at us, but in counseling we learn to respond in new ways to reduce suffering, increase happiness and improve our health and relationships. Counseling can reduce stress, heal trauma and loss, increase healthy connections and help life feel more managable. If you are ready to make positive changes, I would love to help you.
(707) 502-3725
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Eureka, CA 95503
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Jon Michael Sapunar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Welcome. I'd like to let you know how I see therapy. For me it is important to provide a trusting, compassionate and understanding atmosphere so people can feel safe to explore, discover and develop basic qualities and skills necessary to grow and heal. I am a mindfulness, body-based psychotherapist who teaches the profound healing power of heartfelt awareness and how it can help people free themselves from negative and painful thoughts, beliefs and emotions. What I see happening with people who come to me is a belief that if they can control and avoid their pain and suffering it will go away.
(707) 682-5168
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Eureka, CA 95503
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Francis Rose Muela
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have advanced training and experience in trauma recovery and use a relationship-oriented approach in helping individuals heal from overwhelming circumstances. I draw from a wide range of verbal and non-verbal approaches to support my clients in reaching their goals, improving wellbeing and enhancing relationships. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I mostly use techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices and creative/expressive arts therapy.
(707) 845-5569
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Sharzad Kaviani
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Sharzad Kaviani is a marriage and family therapist with 15 years of experience working with teens, adults, and families. She works closely with clients to mold treatment to the individual’s needs and works collaboratively with clients based on their personal and treatment goals. She is extensively trained in DBT, CBT, and solution-focused therapy.
(408) 898-4303
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Eureka, CA 95501
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Sydney Haynes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical social worker in California. I use an eclectic approach drawing from various evidence based practices such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. I view therapy a a collaborative process that requires honesty and caring without judgement, I work to cooperatively assist my clients to individualize their goals and treatment. Through my work I am committed to helping people overcome addictions, depression, anxiety and other stressful life situations.
(530) 240-7426
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Eureka, CA 95503
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Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.