Couples Counseling Therapists in Monterey, CA

The first step in healing is finding a safe environment to seek support. You have found that safe place! I am here to support you through your journey in achieving balance through connecting your body, mind, heart, and spirit. I specialize in working with people who are experiencing depression and anxiety. I also have specialized training to work with clients who have experienced any kind of trauma. Other areas of expertise includes addiction and grief, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused Behavioral Therapy.

Are you a military family member or service member? Perhaps you are at your first or tenth duty station, and life isn't aligning with your ideal vision. Deployment, moves, marriage and parenting are uniquely challenged in this lifestyle. I am a therapist with a personal understanding of how this can impact individuals and couples . My second passion as a therapist is to support those suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I am trained and have experience with Exposure Response Prevention Therapy. I have experience across different subtypes and create treatment specific to present obsessions.

We are all in the process of change, it is an unavoidable element of life. The trick is to have the willingness to look at how we wish to change, and take steps to do so. This may involve simply developing a different perspective on some struggle or other. No matter what the problem is though it takes courage, to allow another person to see our vulnerability. With that willingness there are very few problems which cannot be significantly improved or solved. Encouragement from a person who understands what we struggle with can help empower us to take action to feel better and be happier..

Are you and your partner longing to rebuild trust, strengthen your emotional bond, and create a fulfilling relationship that stands the test of time? You used to be great friends and now it just seems like you are constantly fighting. You want your relationship to change, but don’t know where to start. That is where I come in. Hi, I’m Kristina, a Gottman-trained couples therapist with a passion for guiding couples towards healthier and happier partnerships. Using evidence-based techniques grounded in the renowned Gottman Method, I am dedicated to helping couples navigate challenges, improve communication, and reignite the spark.

As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, I'll meet you FREE online for our First Interview!

Relationship difficulties? Depressed? Anxious? Challenged? It doesn't have to as hard as it seems right now. Trust me, there is a solution to what is affecting you and how you feel about life today. With nearly 40years experience I know I can help you find a healthier, happier life. Together, we'll find the solution that works for you. Be sure to leave a message, I will return your call the same day. To learn more about my work and me click on the WEBSITE icon under my picture.

I currently have openings for morning and some mid afternoon. I love helping client's overcome obstacles, challenge their old beliefs, help open paths to change their life. some clients have therapy to expand their coping skills and use session to have a place of safety to speak about trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss. I can offer a safe place to be seen, felt, and heard. Ask yourself, "Where did your voice go?" Let’s get to root of issues, that has kept you silenced, and let’s find solutions that can create change, support healing, and gained knowledge for a healthier lifestyle. Give me a call and let talk.

Therapy Lab offers individual teletherapy that's based on a plan. Visit our website (therapylab.com) to explore a menu of treatment plans based on common goals for therapy. With your input, we'll make a plan that's based on your goals, your timeline, and your budget. Our science-based plans are designed to support you in overcoming distress (anxiety, relationship problems, work stress) so you walk away with emotional health and insight. At your first session, your exceptionally qualified therapist will get to know you and pick or design a plan that’s customized to your situation.

I support people whose lives are impacted by unresolved emotional pain and past trauma, in the service of creating possibilities for a more expansive and soul-filled present and future. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, questions of identity, spirituality, loneliness, addiction, grief and loss – no struggle is too big or too small to bring to therapy. Life is challenging in a multiplicity of ways, and therapy is a space where you can be seen, heard, and received unconditionally, facilitating the surfacing of deep truths and possibilities.

Do you feel stuck or overwhelmed? Does something in life feel out of balance? Whether it’s chronic stress, change, caregiving, illness or loss, you CAN create a life that feels calmer and more balanced. I am a social worker who works on areas such as coping skills, communication, boundaries, self awareness, relationships and emotions. I teach people how to turn off their stress response. We look at how stress affects you physically and emotionally to create your personalized stress care plan. I provide medical care management for patients and caregivers, and help people access benefits and care.

I seek to offer a welcoming and safe space for you to explore your sense of self and the challenges you may be facing. Due to symptoms that hinder our ability to solve problems and thrive, we can become blocked from experiencing the full range of human emotion. Our sessions will increase your capacity to feel joy, playfulness and a sense of purpose in your life. My therapeutic style is collaborative, transparent and playful while using an integrative mind-body approach. I will encourage you to tap into the creativity and openness that allows you to gain new perspective and discover your own capacity to make meaningful change.

Are you experiencing challenges that make life hard and impact your achieving your goals? Are you wanting to improve: life transitions (career, academic, partner , sexuality, gender); anxiety, depression, organization, attention, learning; social, relationship , communication and bonding with people or your animals (see book: Dogs Can Sign, Too)? Are you a person with neuro, sexuality, or gender diversity and dealing with personal or social issues? With skills, information, & support if you are open to face, overcome, and meet these challenges contact me to start your growth journey.

We are a non-profit counseling agency with locations in Monterey, Watsonville, and Santa Cruz, California. Our goal is to provide high quality yet affordable psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, couples , families, and groups. We provide services on a sliding scale, meaning that our fees are based upon your income. Our services are provided by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Master's level Interns and Trainees who are under the supervision of a licensed therapist. We would love to answer any questions you may have, or schedule an appointment to meet with you. Simply call or send us an email today!

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Four to Six Private Couples /Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Does Not Work). During these 4 to 6 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

With more than 30 years of experience and a degree in Psychology from Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Schwartz specializes in working with 1) couples , marriage, and intimacy disorders; 2) bipolar and unipolar depression 3) eating disorders, 4) PTSD, addiction, and 5) sexual difficulties, sexual dysfunction, sexual addiction. His national recognition afforded him the experience of lecturing to over 100,000 therapists nationally, as well as editing three books. He is extremely compassionate and forms exceptional connections with his clients. He also Directs a Partial Hospitalization Program /Harmonyplacemonterey.See websight

I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and have taught psychology for many years. My goals are to encourage learning about mindfulness in practical ways. I can help you have a better understanding of yourself and your relationships. I want to focus on helping individuals and couples learn about being mindful and communicating with strategies to help you follow your path to happiness. I can assist you in becoming more connected to yourself. When our heart and emotions join together we can find more internal peace and share that gift with others.