Therapists in Nevada City, CA

On the outside, you seem to have it all figured out. But deep inside you want what other people have: confidence, healthy habits, and strong, wholesome relationships. Your attempt at attaining these has you feeling stuck. You want love and respect in these areas of your life, but you're scared to take risks because you’ve been burned in the past. Something is always seems to get in the way… and sometimes, you know it’s yourself. Whether you, or your child or teen are struggling, our work together will give you the tools you need to have success at work or school, build fulfilling relationships, and feel good about yourself.

I provide therapy to teens, adults, and couples who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationships, women's health, substance use, eating disorders, and circumstantial stress to name a few of the difficulties that come our way. Progress often depends on the nature of the problems, your level of motivation, and your relationships. Life often presents challenges to us that make it difficult to cope and live the life we truly want. Whether these challenges feel mild and variable or feel monumental and interfere with how you want to relate to yourself and others, therapy can be an opportunity for meaningful change.

Does stress and burnout keep you up at night? Are you feeling irritable, not quite yourself or constantly scrolling on your phone to numb out? Does the weight of depression or anxiety feel too overwhelming for you or your child? Know that you and your family are not alone. Let's have genuine conversations, explore practical solutions, and work together to bring peace and relief to you and your family.

On the outside, it appears you have it all together. You have an ideal life with a great job, a good marriage and a lot of friends. But something is off. On the inside, you feel alone: no one knows the burdens you carry. You have tried everything you know to do, but still feel depressed, anxious, and overwhelmed. You're terrified of the moment when everyone figures out you are a fraud. You know on paper you have a good life, and you're confused why you don't feel happy. You have come to the right place. Therapy can help you resolve those internal thoughts, feelings and stuck points that no one else sees.

Are you grieving, fearful, or highly self critical? Do you or a loved one experience disability? Let 's find your unique healing path to more meaning and joy. Together we'll safely explore your distress, find new ways to cope with old problems, and clarify your focus and purpose. Let's discover what part of your life calls for more acceptance and self support, and where ambition and creativity could generate change. And, I'll help you be with the important people in your life with integrity and kindness, including yourself.

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.

Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or difficult life experiences? You may feel stuck in the aftermath of trauma or have trouble creating healthy and rewarding relationships. Or maybe your past is getting in the way of you being your authentic self and meeting life's challenges. I would be honored to help you or your loved one to work through your pain, fear, or shame and learn how to live more fully in the present. I will work with you to discover and follow your own goals and values with compassion, humor, and open-mindedness.

Book with me now by clicking on my website. Let’s face it, if you’re reading this you are struggling. I work with children (8 and up), teens, and young adults. I most often support clients with managing depression, anxiety, high sensitivity and other forms of neurodivergence, or who are navigating change and learning about oneself and one’s identity (including gender and sexuality). Do you need to learn more about yourself or practice a new skill? To work through shame and give yourself permission to do you? Life can be hard and sometimes you need extra support. Good for you for being brave and reaching out! I am here to help.

Life is full of surprises! And the various mind/body states we go through are no different, and, at times, not entirely welcome. Depression. Anxiety. Anger. Numbness. These difficult symptoms (and others) color our experience, and make life difficult! And yet, they are merely the smoke from fires sourced far deeper within the caves of Self. Together, we will follow the various strands of symptoms and sensation to their source. Then we begin to untangle the knots that bind and restrict. Let's release you from those things that are inhibiting you from embracing all this life has to offer.

As a somatically oriented psychotherapist, I work with the body, mind and spirit and bring hope, love and a deep curiosity to each encounter. I work with adolescents through seniors to heal and transform suffering and revive aliveness. I honor our deep human need for connection, understanding and joy by being fully present with whatever arises in the present moment.

Late afternoon/evening appointments available. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children. Making the decision to come to therapy can be a hard one. Deciding on a therapist that is right for you can be even harder. I am happy to talk with you on the phone or have you come by my office so we can meet. It's important that you feel comfortable I am a good fit for you. I have been working for over 20 years with individuals, couples, children, adolescence and families.

Psychotherapy is one way to promote change which examines attitude, feelings, emotions and motivation when the individual, couple or family experience is less than funtional. The work is mainly to encourage the patient to talk and explore their feelings, beliefs, and thoughts which develops integrated mindful awareness. In other words emotional growth. Additionally, this is a process which seeks to help gain an increased capacity for choice, through which the patient becomes more autonomous,functional and self-determined. Dr. Laine strongly believes that this challenging work is best accomplished in an atmosphere of safety, caring, support and is dedicated to providing this for all patients.

I combine my two licenses (Licensed counselor and Registered Nurse) to offer a multitude of emotional and physical wellness tools. Through modalities of cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, mindfulness, and EMDR, I help my clients reach their goals with proven tools and genuine compassion and connection. With my medical knowledge and sleep-wellness training, I offer personalized coaching to attain best quality sleep without the need for problematic sleep aides. Healthy sleep is imperative for a healthy mind and body, and anyone can develop an optimal sleep quality with the right training and habits!

Are you facing challenges related to ADHD, autism, depression, and/or anxiety? Curious about neurodiversity diagnosis? Whether it's improved coping strategies, emotional regulation, or greater self-awareness you seek, let's explore together. I invite you to embark on a collaborative journey, leveraging evidence-based approaches to navigate challenges, uncover strengths, and cultivate resilience for lasting positive change. Your path to well-being begins with understanding and empowerment; reach out to start this transformative process today.

Caught in an unhappy relationship? Feeling alone and stuck in cycles of grief, depression, anxiety, anger? Lost trust in a loved one? Longing for intimacy, connection, openness? My commitment is to help you find your powers to create positive change in your life. Together we can change dysfunctional patterns that lead to addictions, mental disorders, and confusion - that result in issues of depression, grief, anxiety, low self esteem - and promote healthy life choices. Together we can heal the wounds of infidelity, resentment, separateness, and find the way back to healthy intimacy, sexuality, communication and deep connection.

Are overwhelming emotions and self-criticism holding you back from being the parent, partner, or friend you want to be? Do you lay awake at night thinking about mistakes? Just below the surface is a part of you that is exquisite, courageous, and wise. You may need a mental health tune-up, deep work to process an injury, or ongoing support. I'd like to help you see beyond this difficult moment- I'd love to help you enjoy your life more. I'm Melissa Craven, licensed MFT (52019) with an emphasis in Expressive Arts Therapy and over fourteen years at UCSF helping clients like you build skills of creativity and self-compassion.

I have been practicing psychotherapy since 2004 and am currently serving as the Director of the Center for Transformational Therapy in Nevada City. 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 Center for Transformational Psychotherapy we are committed to the real possibility of happiness for every human being, regardless of individual background and circumstance. We work from a shared perspective that transformation occurs by developing a relationship with awareness, which includes and ultimately goes beyond the limitations of conventional ego psychology. Within this shared perspective we offer a wide range of therapeutic techniques and will work with you to find the therapist who best meets your needs.

Hello! I’ve been working with children, teens and adults in a therapeutic context, for over 15 years. I offer emotional, psychological and spiritual support through eco-therapy practices, somatic and transpersonal techniques. I have additional training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Quantum Healing Hypnosis Therapy, & Plant Spirit Healing. I'm interested in guiding one through a transformative experience while cultivating their present moment awareness in order to emerge and align with one's Higher Self and life purpose.