Addiction Therapists in Grass Valley, CA

I offer in person and tele therapy. My goal is to provide a safe and caring environment. I enjoy working with a wide variety of people. I specialize in those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, chronic pain, addiction , trauma and PTSD. I work with clients who are dealing with opioid and/or benzodiazepine abuse/dependency. My style is a common sense, straight forward approach. I believe that the connection between the therapist and client is the most important piece in the therapeutic process.

Hello and welcome! As a licensed Marriage and Family Psychotherapist I provide an empathetic and trusting space to share your concerns. Working together we will uncover blocks to peace and contentment, identify and build upon strengths, alleviate symptoms, build more satisfying relationships and move towards bringing balance to your life. I have worked in community mental health for adults, schools and mental health clinics for children, adolescents and their families and have treated a wide range of disorders including-grief and loss, depression, anxiety, addiction , trauma, divorce, relational issues, child behavior issues and parenting.

My approach is to be trauma informed and client centered. Each client comes into therapy with their own experiences, perspectives, and goals. That includes you, too. Together we will work to create an efficient and effective plan for providing you the highest level of care and treatment for what your support needs are. Therapy has as much to do with the safety of the relationship between client and clinician as it does with the content. We will move through your healing with care, compassion, and at your pace.

Our story: Some of the best physicians are wounded healers, those who have walked through pain and suffering themselves only to emerge on the other side to help others. We believe strongly in the human capacity to heal. Our counseling specialists work with children/teens, adults, couples and families. With sensitivity and compassion, we help you bring resolution to the struggles you are facing. Modalities range from depth therapy, IMAGO couples therapy, EMDR, play therapy, addiction groups to solution focused. We are trained in a variety of different therapeutic interventions that will fit what you need.

It takes courage to address pain, childhood wounds, traumas and unresolved beliefs and patterns which negatively impact relationships, emotions, goals, motivation and sense of self. I deeply believe in one's innate knowledge and capacity to heal, and aspire toward wholeness. I teach simple tools and practices, in addition to supporting you on your journey. This empowers your vision, your heart, and your perception of the world around you, creating healthier relationships and increased joy. My practice includes: relationship issues, depression, trauma, addiction , family conflict, grief, life changes and children's behavioral issues.

We are defined by our stories. Working from a Narrative Therapy perspective helps me to support clients in a way that is unique and different from most traditional therapy perspectives. YOU are not the problem, the PROBLEM is the problem, and it may be time to develop new tools and skills to develop a different story for your life, one that you authored and can live by. Lets work together on helping you to develop the new story that will empower you to live the life you want!

Worried? Anxious? Blue? Feelings can be the result of your situation,or they can be triggered by deeper issues such as attachment, trauma, and unprocessed memories. EMDR "turbocharges" the processing of painful memories. Adults, teens, and children with a history of abuse, trauma, and loss can heal quickly. I also specialize in resolving relationship issues and helping families become stronger. Whether you need help to navigate life transitions or to realize your full potential for emotional growth, therapy is a highly interactive process. Together we develop a plan for treatment involving care and commitment. Feel better!

I work at the confluence of Jungian-based psychotherapy and philosophy, guided by awareness--not just by technique. I am curious, grounded, and present--oftentimes just the soothing balm for the anxious + depressed heart. We can work together to learn how the soul expresses itself through psychological, emotional, somatic, and spiritual symptoms, bringing insight to the everchanging dynamics of one's human experience. Within my practice I desire to support my clients' healing by practicing the arts of deep listening, mindfulness + somatic awareness/practice, nature connection, grief tending, dream work + ritual.

My goal as your therapist is to walk alongside you and support you. I understand that you may be feeling overwhelmed with what life has sent your way. When stress or doubt impair you, the ability to move forward can become simply overwhelming. My background and training have allowed a comfort level in my approach to addiction , severe diagnosis, and trauma. I treat the whole person, working together to resolve and increase daily satisfaction. We will collaborate to identify the skills needed for you to grow.

I believe in the healing force within each person and its natural inclination to arc towards wholeness and health.  If we want it enough, have patience, clarity and support we can heal and feel freedom in life.  Growth happens best in relationship and I am here to support you on your path, wherever that might be. I am anchored in Depth psychology, AEDP and Existentialism. More importantly, I try to cultivate a sense of warmth, care, respect and curiosity in my work with clients. If you would like to know more, please do contact me and I'm happy to connect.

Over human history, people have mostly lived in close-knit communities. This has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost much of the social support our forebearers enjoyed. Mental health professionals have taken on this role in their respective communities and are an excellent resource for helping you realize your strengths and improve your wellbeing. When your car breaks down, you take it to a mechanic. When your tooth hurts, you see a dentist. When your mental health can use a "tune up," see a mental health professional!

I enjoy walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they navigate through life's difficult pathways to those of change, healing, and growth. Deciding to come to counseling is a courageous decision which offers the opportunity to focus on oneself and to sort out the issues. I help: couples and families shift from fighting with each other to enjoying each other; individuals to step away from damaging behaviors and patterns; and adolescents to gain and enhance their strengths and identity. I provide a safe, supportive environment to help you take the next right step towards a happier and healthier life.

I love seeing people grow and overcome obstacles that previously seemed insurmountable! I work with couples and adult individuals. You may seek help with your partner when you feel like you're stuck in a loop where the harder you try to work things out, the more you wind up hurting each other. You may come on your own if you've hit a rough patch and need help regaining your equilibrium. My job, as I see it, is to join you and help you unpack your thoughts and feelings with an eye toward building a brighter future.

I am in awe of the power of the human spirit. I am inspired by the courage and strength it takes for a person to come to a place where they feel they no longer can be alone in a personal crisis and they reach out for support. It is in these very moments where grace is in motion and the potential for transformation is most fertile. I am passionate about working with others and feel honored in being part of someone's journey of self-discovery as they uncover the root and causes of their lack of connection with others, depression, anxiety, and grief.

Is this YOU? Having fear of uncertainty? Our times are calling for you to drop into the uncertainty of your human experience. Climb above the feelings of being out of control and learn to feel nurtured in what you can control. Its time to stop judging, evaluating and stressing yourself out? Do you feel ashamed, guilty or hopeless at times? You feel unworthy because your inner voice tells you, you are not good enough. You notice you are not present in your life often feel preoccupied.

The treatment I offer is holistic. I work with body, mind and spirit to bring about wholeness and harmony with your self and life. I offer a deep compassion for the difficult issues clients bring while at the same time holding the truth of that which is already free within you. I allow a deeper wisdom to guide me to the work that most fits your specific needs. It is my intention to work at the source of the problem, facilitating true transformation.

I have been practicing psychotherapy since 2004 and am currently serving as the Director of the Center for Transformational Psychotherapy in Grass Valley. I have developed a process called Awareness-Based Emotional Processing to help my clients expand their feeling capacity and establish emotional well-being individually and in relationship.

At Kindred Heart, people seek therapy for a variety of concerns related to relationships, identity, spirituality, career, self-development, or life purpose. Others may be seeking relief from trauma response patterns, anxiety or depression. These pressures and demands can be chaotic and cause one to feel anxious, inadequate, depressed, or stuck. These very feelings can impact our functioning, relationships with others and how we view ourselves. While we cannot change the nature of things, we can change how we react. I listen with an intuitive and compassionate heart and give you tools to gain greater resiliency and empower yourself.

Whether you are looking for deep healing and transformation or support with life’s daily challenges, I seek to hold a space based on respect and care for you and your process. My experience ranges from private practice therapy working with individuals, couples, and children to working with people experiencing psychiatric crisis and providing psychedelic peer support.

Life can be difficult yet we need not live in a caravan of despair. We can learn to accept life's challenges with awareness, an open heart and connection to others. Mostly we did not learn how to live while also staying connected to our hearts. We learned closure, codependency, to do for others and not oneself. We learned how to fight, contract, blame, shame, feel guilty. If you are ready to take a journey into the heart, mind and body of your defensive patterning that leaves you unhappy, alone and in despair - I am here, to go with you into the delicate world of the body and subconscious mind, to free you once and for all.