Therapists in Mendocino County, CA

Mine is an eclectic orientation. I have been deeply influenced by several years of practice in body oriented physio and psychotherapy. I have training and experience in Ericksonian Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and Relaxation Therapies, Brief Therapies (Problem and Solution Focused), Trauma Informed (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral) Therapy, CBT, Neo-Jungian Therapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. I have worked in private practice, County Mental Health, and Non-Profit Mental Health settings. I prefer to work with adults,18 and older, to aid and assist in healing, personal growth, and self awareness.

Hello, are you ready to work towards a healthier and more authentic self? You have come to the realization that you just don't want to continue living in the same way anymore. You recognize that something has got to change. You are ready to take charge of your life.

Do you sometimes find your past interrupts your present, complicating your ability to navigate your life effectively? Do you envision the experience of a deeper relationship or enhanced communication in your family? Whether you are contemplating a lifelong commitment, tuning up an existing relationship or making a life transition, there is hope. Bitterroot Family Therapy is here to help. Contact me to explore how we might work together.

As an interactive, solution-focused Integrative Holistic Therapist I strive to empower YOU to make long lasting behavior changes that are the foundation for a lifetime of health and well-being. I work with a wide spectrum of challenges, ranging from addiction to stress management. I also provide guidance and support to those looking to enhance their life or in the mist of change. Research shows we are impacted by multiple interconnected dimensions. These dimensions include our physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being.

I enjoy working with clients who want to improve the quality of their relationships. As part of supporting clients in addressing relationship issues, my work can involve working with clients on individual issues such as reducing depression and anxiety. I assist clients in exploring and processing feelings that contribute to depression and anxiety with the goal of promoting individual well-being which, in turn, contributes to improvement in relationships. I utilize a collaborative approach that involves supporting clients in understanding how past life experiences and current life issues are impacting their lives. Connecting clients with strengths is a primary treatment goal.

I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and relationship issues. I believe in a client-led approach where you decide what works best for you; at times I will guide you, other times stand as witness to your inner work. I will help you process your past and present as you chart your journey towards healing. I will offer coping skills along the way, providing a variety of tools for you to experiment with.

What an honor to work with youth and adults to bring insight, healing and transformation of suffering/barriers to strength, motivation and growth. I bring creativity, humor, deep caring, directness, authenticity and over 20 years experience working with children, teenagers, families and adults. I use somatic awareness, education, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma specific tools to guide your journey to wholeness. Ideal clients are youth/adolescents, parents and adults wanting to address trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, shadow work, spiritual counseling and therapeutic support for psychedelic treatment

Children from 12 months to young adults, families dealing with parenting issues, conflict, divorce, adoptions or foster care challenges. Are you a parent who needs help managing challenging behaviors with your child? Or dealing with issues of self-harm, substance use or suicidal ideation. Do you want to learn new coping skills to regulate your child’s emotions, or to navigate social environments, peer groups and academic challenges? This is where you can discover help if you are struggling to balance work, life commitments and parenting. Ways to manage sibling conflict and blended families/co-parenting issues!

"I'm responsible for who I am. My task is to free myself sufficiently so that I can respond in the present moment not from past programming. That's what freedom is." Initially a practitioner in nonprofits and community behavioral health programs and more recently private practice, i have come to find as a more recent trauma-informed therapist, symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and relational issues are often expressions of unresolved grief and trauma. I am fascinated by the power of lasting change that comes from intentional, deep work.

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.

I am upbeat, frank and friendly, with a basic belief in the ability of people to grow, mature and improve their life skills and get through difficult times with support from an objective, mature and empathic professional. With more than 30 years of practice, I have a broadly-based life experience, an excellent academic background, utilize an holistic/ecclectic approach and offer practical, down-to-earth feedback designed to meet your specific needs and help you cope more effectively.

What makes my job extremely fulfilling is companioning with honest, curious individuals who hope to better themselves and want to experience all the best that life has to offer. I believe in a mind/body connection and in treating the whole person. Healthy relationships are key to optimal functioning and happiness. Working with a wide variety of people in relation to age, sex, educational level, economic status, and presenting problems is important to me. I believe in a Humanistic/Existential theoretical approach to help clients realize their full life meaning and potential.

Do you seek greater influence over life? Have people and experiences clouded your vision of meaningful life participation? My collaborative approach to therapy respects you as ultimate authority in your life and the one who knows yourself best; you can integrate holistic well-being, on physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and ethical areas of life. You can work to resolve trauma and unrest from depression, anxiety, and anger. Trauma resolution, couple and familial relationships, codependency, compromised attachment, destructive narcissism, and harassment are areas of focus in my practice.

- - - - - - - - I offer teletherapy throughout California - - - - - - - - Change happens when there is hope and direction; healing takes place within safety, connection and support. I am a calm and grounded person, and my clients feel supported and safe. My work is supported by training in the Hakomi method, as well as my life experience and 40 years of Buddhist practice. I will support you in developing greater self-awareness as well as balance of body-mind-spirit. You may find yourself stuck in old patterns, following familiar paths that no longer lead where you want to go.

Are you feeling anxiety, despair, or mood swings that make it difficult to function or cope? Are you trying to navigate relationship challenges and can’t seem to figure out what is wrong or how to fix things? Are you having trouble finding a therapist who deeply, truly understands what it feels like to have depression, anxiety, or mania? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, I am here for you and I may be able to help. For private pay clients you may request a Good Faith Estimate for the anticipated cost of services.

I am a Somatic Psychotherapist and have worked in the field of trauma for over 20 years, specializing in working with complex trauma: attachment, relational, cultural and intergenerational trauma. I bring various therapeutic approaches into therapy, but my main approach is the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM). For those interested in learning more about my work, I'd encourage you to read the book I co-authored - "The Practical Guide for Healing Developmental Trauma: Using the NeuroAffective Relational Model to Address Adverse Childhood Experiences and Resolve Complex Trauma." I also produce a podcast: Transforming Trauma.

A person who would benefit from my services may feel anxious or nervous about reaching out to a therapist, as asking for help is a very difficult thing to do. They may struggle with anxiety and depression on a regular basis. They may be unsure about what symptoms they are experiencing, but they just feel "off". This person may or may not have a history of traumatic experiences. This person will likely be seeking a way to organize/experience/work through thoughts and feelings enough to increase their overall health and enjoyment in their lives.

Working with your strengths for over two decades. I feel like we all have the innate ability to heal, so please allow me to be your support and guide. Please watch https://youtu.be/_SW4gCnmv30 I favor Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I offer many other Complementary and Alternative Modalities as well. Energy Psychology, (EFT,) Tension/Trauma Releasing Exercises and Theta Healing. I can teach you to access the Theta brain wave, associated only with the deepest of meditation practices. The results are fast and lasting. DivoraStern.com with thousands of satisfied clients.

With several years of clinical experience working with an array of populations and their mental health challenges. Therapy is a collaboration between myself and the client. Growth and healing start by meeting my clients where they are and guiding them to where they would like to be. I have the significant experience working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma related issues, as well as LGBTQ+ issues. I have a client centered focus and believe that each person is an expert at living their own life. Sometimes we need support to face and overcome challenges and struggles.