Donna Certo Ilstrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
2805 Porter St, Soquel, CA 95073
Not accepting new clients
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Native American cultures believe a decision today will impact the next seven generations. I work to keep past traumas and unwanted patterns from impacting your life now and in the future. I specialize in trauma resolution (using EMDR and Flash Technique), managing anxiety/stress, personalizing interventions to improve school experiences, and improving family dynamics.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma. I completed my EMDR training in 2016. If suitable for my client, I will use it to treat PTSD, complicated grief, phobias, and memories of sexual/physical abuse.
Although my specialty area is trauma resolution, I have experience and a strong interest in working with and supporting folks who are on the autistic spectrum or otherwise “neurospicy”. As an LMFT, I’m not qualified to conduct formal assessments, but I can provide resources and support.
Call or Email Donna Certo Ilstrup now for a free 15 minute consultation - (831) 661-8634
Let's Connect (831) 661-8634

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, VisaInsurance
- Medi-Cal
- Out of Network
Donna Certo Ilstrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 661-8634
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT39534 Donna Certo Ilstrup
- Certificate from Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor LPCC1477 / 2014
Additional Credentials
Donna Certo Ilstrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 661-8634
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Parenting
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Donna Certo Ilstrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (831) 661-8634
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Strength-Based
Donna Certo Ilstrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (831) 661-8634
Location
Nearby Areas
Donna Certo Ilstrup
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 661-8634