Therapists in Sebastopol, CA

Thank you for your interest! My practice is currently full. As a trauma-informed therapist, I know that symptoms such as anxiety, depression, addiction and phobias are often expressions of unresolved grief and trauma. I support my clients to look at themselves and their relationships with honesty and love in order to create more freedom and connection in their lives. I believe that by bringing compassion, awareness, and just enough humor, we can engage our inner wisdom to shift patterns that have become stuck in our bodies and consciousness. I have specific training in serving LGBTQ+ communities, and am a trans-affirming therapist.

If you have been traumatized, I will support you to feel safe and at home in your body and in the world. I work with victims of crime and victims of abuse. Through Somatic Experiencing (a somatic approach to resolving trauma), I will support you in taking back your life. For couples, I will help you to find your way to an intimate and juicy connection, supporting each of you in becoming more present and authentic with yourself and each other. I will guide you to reclaim your inner wisdom and find the answers to your life.

I support individuals, couples and families with diverse needs, and specialize in work with children, adolescents, parents, and families. I see my work with clients as a co-creative process, drawing on my clients' unique character, strength, and values, as well as a variety of therapeutic techniques and tools. I have a holistic view of health and well-being, and take into account the mind, body, and spirit. I offer support for a variety of issues, especially anxiety and mood issues, grief, loss, trauma, and parenting issues. I am an Art Therapist as well as a Marriage and Family Therapist.

Hello- I know this is a difficult time for all of us and I want to offer you some support. I am a compassionate and caring person who wants to help. Are you working at home and feeling isolated? In a relationship that is challenging? Are you a parent who is feeling stressed by your child or teen's ramped up needs? Or in a contemplative place, reviewing your life and wanting to explore some specific issues like family dynamics, past relationships, or life path goals? I will support you in making the internal shifts that lead to a more balanced and expanded life.

I believe that a nurturing, safe environment and a warm, empathetic and interactive relationship is key to the healing process. I enjoy helping people in discovering and getting to know their authentic self, to discover within themselves the power to change and make more creative and life-affirming choices. I work with adults, teens, families and men/ fathers in strengthening relationships, helping to overcome various life challenges and discovering and unlocking their full potential. I can help you work through depression, anxiety, co-dependency, trauma anlife transitions such as divorce, leaving home, career change, loss/grief.

Are you feeling stuck in unhelpful thinking or behavior patterns? Is anxiety interfering with your ability to enjoy life? Do you need help with parenting or relationship issues? Are you having trouble sleeping? Are you struggling with chronic pain or illness? Is it difficult to make decisions?

I offer a unique and effective approach working with your psyche-body-soul through somatic and spiritually based inquiry. We start with where ever you are and what ever your particular issues or concerns are. All you need is curiosity and a desire to know yourself in a real way. Our work together is experiential which allows you to holistically understand and deepen your connection with your most precious inner self. Things naturally unfold and your perspective of yourself and who you are and your concerns are transformed in this process. It truly becomes an adventure of discovery. You are held in a compassionate and heartfelt way which allows your psychological body tension armor and defenses to relax enough so your inquiry explorations can deepen. You come to know yourself in an authentic way. I incorporate the great heart wisdom of the Spiritual Dimension of the Enneagram which potentiates our work together. You need not know anything about the enneagram to benefit from our work together. Give me a call and we can see if this approach and if I am the right person for your journey. I work with individuals, couples and coming soon an Enneagram Inquiry Group.

You deserve to live a life of alignment and fulfillment and to receive support as you do so. Taking the step to speak to a therapist is an act of self-honoring. Whether you are looking to explore and improve your inner world, gifts, or relationships, selecting the right therapist can be a part of the process of moving in a new direction in your life.

I have over 25 years of experience in developing an empowering and collaborative therapeutic relationship to support healing from trauma and childhood abuse---physical, emotional and/or sexual. I also work well with people who have "attachment wounds" (painful or distant relationships with parents/caregivers) which can often result in depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and difficulties in present relationships.This is especially challenging for the child who is highly sensitive and/or has a very different temperament than other family members. I have also worked with many people with Dissociative Disorders.

Therapy is the collaborative interaction between client and practitioner, both an art and a science. My practice is goal oriented and active, an eclectic blend of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mindfulness orientations customized to the unique needs of the client. Whether you are young or old, suffer from depression and anxiety or seeking clarity, I offer myself as a compassionate professional of self exploration.

The bumper sticker on my car says DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK. This statement sums up one of the most important wishes that I have for my clients and supports the work that we will do together. It is my opinion that our beliefs about ourselves and the world are our most powerful tools for change (for good or ill) that we have. At your own pace, we will explore the ways that your beliefs affect your thoughts and feelings, and work toward your goals, both great and small.

We all have times when we need help finding our authentic voice. We crave connection and a sense of belonging and balance in our lives. Choosing to begin therapy requires a big commitment to yourself. It means that the discomfort you have been feeling has finally reached a point that requires change. I see therapy as a process of self-discovery: a careful, supportive exploration of how you act, think and feel. I'm a firm believer that telling the truth, first to ourselves and then to others is the starting point for a balanced life.

Do you sense a "real" you inside that yearns to be fully known? Are you too often in emotional pain, but not sure what to do? We all have times when we feel stuck and just can't get out alone. I will bring years of experience, the best of my professional training, and a warm, engaged, insightful, presence to our work together. You will feel supported and safe as together we explore and loosen the old patterns that have caught you. I can help you discover the satisfying, vibrant life that you've always sensed is possible.

The typical client comes to therapy when familiar patterns are no longer working. Together we will build a trusting relationship allowing us to uncover obstacles to change which often include feelings of grief or loss. As these and other painful memories and patterns are revealed, we are able to move the client toward more productive behavior and a healthier, happier life.

Whatever has brought you here, I've no doubt it's an opportunity to create something better. I can help you release old, painful patterns that go nowhere, so you can create the life you want. Or, If you're on your knees in transition or loss, I can support you through it. I'm an enthusiastic catalyst for you to be a game changer in your own life! You can rely on my 25 years of experience and will find me playful, compassionate and generous with clear, inspiring feedback. We'll work as collaborators for your best evolution.

ACTION ORIENTED, GOAL SPECIFIC. Wanting experienced, compassionate, effective help? Counseling should make a significant impact right away. Laser sharp and trained in multiple modalities--my toolbox is packed. I'm passionate about people. I treat adolescents, families, individuals, couples, and conduct interventions. I speak and consult on evidence-based treatment. Rooted in Family Systems, Transpersonal & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies, complicated relationship dynamics, addictions, problem patterns, depression or frustrations. Licensed over 25 years, I'm open-minded, interactive & fully engaged. Attain peace in your life.

I enter the therapeutic space with curiosity, compassion, and non-judgment, and without preconceived notions of who you are or what you would like to gain from therapy. I practice cultural humility and open-mindedness, and truly believe that every individual is unique and holds authority over their own identity and story. I welcome ALL people to my practice. My goal is to build a safe space with you that allows me to meet you where you are, and at the same time challenge you to take hold of opportunities for growth when you are ready.

A wise man once said that all life is relationship. Indeed, we all want to be seen, valued and supported. Connection with ourselves and others is also the most challenging aspect of being human. Often we do not receive the skills to create safe connections or have had experiences that leaves us reluctant to reach out. We can be left feeling alone, anxious, and depressed. We may struggle with communication skills and habits that undermine us and leave us feeling dissatisfied with ourself and our relationships.