Feminist Therapists in Grass Valley, CA
Cassandra Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945
My approach is influenced by Jungian, Depth, and Transpersonal psychology, feminist, queer and social justice-allied, and strength-based.
My work is grounded in the belief & experience that we all have access to a deep well of unconscious wisdom, and that creative & imaginal processes are some of the most direct ways to contact it. To assist you in doing so, I use expressive arts, dreamwork, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), guided imagery & visualization, and other creative & imaginal approaches to enhance and deepen traditional talk therapy. As a client-centered therapist, I believe that you are the expert on your own healing. My job is to listen deeply and to put you in closer touch with your inner knowing so that you can arrive at your own answers.
My approach is influenced by Jungian, Depth, and Transpersonal psychology, feminist, queer and social justice-allied, and strength-based.
My work is grounded in the belief & experience that we all have access to a deep well of unconscious wisdom, and that creative & imaginal processes are some of the most direct ways to contact it. To assist you in doing so, I use expressive arts, dreamwork, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), guided imagery & visualization, and other creative & imaginal approaches to enhance and deepen traditional talk therapy. As a client-centered therapist, I believe that you are the expert on your own healing. My job is to listen deeply and to put you in closer touch with your inner knowing so that you can arrive at your own answers.
Betsy Perluss
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Most of my clients come to me because they feel “stuck” in their lives. They may feel stuck in unfulfilling patterns, a trauma cycle, a sense of purposelessness, grief, depression or anxiety. They may be caught in an oppressive societal perspective of what it means to be “healthy.” In most cases, these symptoms are not enemies, but indicators that something new – a new perspective, a new story – is attempting to emerge, like a sapling pushing its way from beneath the ground.
Most of my clients come to me because they feel “stuck” in their lives. They may feel stuck in unfulfilling patterns, a trauma cycle, a sense of purposelessness, grief, depression or anxiety. They may be caught in an oppressive societal perspective of what it means to be “healthy.” In most cases, these symptoms are not enemies, but indicators that something new – a new perspective, a new story – is attempting to emerge, like a sapling pushing its way from beneath the ground.
Laura L Sanchez-Lmft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grass Valley, CA 95949 (Online Only)
Telehealth therapy is available for clients who live in California, including evening appointments. I am a compassionate, supportive, culturally competent, & an intelligent therapist with experience. I help clients set goals for therapy. I have experience working with clients from different cultures and backgrounds. I work with multiple clients who struggle with w/symptoms of depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief/loss, complex prolonged grief, sexual assault, complex trauma, communication issues, childless by choice or not by choice, IVF, parenting, PTSD, addictions and more. I offer couples or individual sessions.
Telehealth therapy is available for clients who live in California, including evening appointments. I am a compassionate, supportive, culturally competent, & an intelligent therapist with experience. I help clients set goals for therapy. I have experience working with clients from different cultures and backgrounds. I work with multiple clients who struggle with w/symptoms of depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief/loss, complex prolonged grief, sexual assault, complex trauma, communication issues, childless by choice or not by choice, IVF, parenting, PTSD, addictions and more. I offer couples or individual sessions.
Ramona Beresford-Howe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Grass Valley, CA 95945
You are here because you are ready. You are ready to finally put your past to rest and take charge of those last lingering symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. You have been working hard on yourself but still feel the occasional panic or anger that seems out of proportion or is difficult to control. And it’s time. You know it, you feel it. And you’re ready. Conversely, you might be ready to find the right person or the right job, and despite all your work with self-help books or talk therapy you know there is still a deeper core of PTSD symptoms to work through so that you can move on to bigger and better things.
You are here because you are ready. You are ready to finally put your past to rest and take charge of those last lingering symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. You have been working hard on yourself but still feel the occasional panic or anger that seems out of proportion or is difficult to control. And it’s time. You know it, you feel it. And you’re ready. Conversely, you might be ready to find the right person or the right job, and despite all your work with self-help books or talk therapy you know there is still a deeper core of PTSD symptoms to work through so that you can move on to bigger and better things.
Joy Molaro
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Let’s face it, if you're reading this you are struggling. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or confused about a current life situation. You're thinking too much and getting overwhelmed by your emotions, feeling uninspired, or lacking spark and creativity. 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!
Let’s face it, if you're reading this you are struggling. Maybe you’re feeling depressed, anxious, or confused about a current life situation. You're thinking too much and getting overwhelmed by your emotions, feeling uninspired, or lacking spark and creativity. 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!
Agnes Cartry-Jacobsen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CCHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Waitlist for new clients
If you or your child is suffering from depression, anxiety, relational problems, eating disorders, ADHD, the effect of trauma, grief, loss, as well as a mood or personality disorder, I can help you develop skills in your present life aimed at restoring healthy and meaningful strategies in your daily experience.
If you or your child is suffering from depression, anxiety, relational problems, eating disorders, ADHD, the effect of trauma, grief, loss, as well as a mood or personality disorder, I can help you develop skills in your present life aimed at restoring healthy and meaningful strategies in your daily experience.
Samantha Rasmusen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945 (Online Only)
Are you ready to heal? Ready to break unhealthy patterns that no longer serve you? I can help. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship and setting that is a living sanctuary for your heart and soul. In the darkest night of unimaginable pain and grief, one hand to hold, one heart to listen, can be all that's needed to make it until the sun rises again.
Are you ready to heal? Ready to break unhealthy patterns that no longer serve you? I can help. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship and setting that is a living sanctuary for your heart and soul. In the darkest night of unimaginable pain and grief, one hand to hold, one heart to listen, can be all that's needed to make it until the sun rises again.
Allegra Jaros
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grass Valley, CA 95945
I see the adversities of individuals through a systems lens and strive to empower children, teens, and adults to have healthy relationships with themselves, family, and others in order to live their best lives. I earned a BA in psychology with an emphasis on child development and Autism treatment from UCSD, and later an MA in Marital and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, San Diego.
I see the adversities of individuals through a systems lens and strive to empower children, teens, and adults to have healthy relationships with themselves, family, and others in order to live their best lives. I earned a BA in psychology with an emphasis on child development and Autism treatment from UCSD, and later an MA in Marital and Family Therapy from Alliant International University, San Diego.
Merrill Powers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Worried? Anxious? Blue? Feelings can be the result of your situation,or they can be triggered by deeper issues such as attachment, trauma, and unprocessed memories. EMDR "turbocharges" the processing of painful memories. Adults, teens, and children with a history of abuse, trauma, and loss can heal quickly. I also specialize in resolving relationship issues and helping families become stronger. Whether you need help to navigate life transitions or to realize your full potential for emotional growth, therapy is a highly interactive process. Together we develop a plan for treatment involving care and commitment. Feel better!
Worried? Anxious? Blue? Feelings can be the result of your situation,or they can be triggered by deeper issues such as attachment, trauma, and unprocessed memories. EMDR "turbocharges" the processing of painful memories. Adults, teens, and children with a history of abuse, trauma, and loss can heal quickly. I also specialize in resolving relationship issues and helping families become stronger. Whether you need help to navigate life transitions or to realize your full potential for emotional growth, therapy is a highly interactive process. Together we develop a plan for treatment involving care and commitment. Feel better!
Beth Crunelle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grass Valley, CA 95945
I am here to support you with healing the wounds of your past, stepping more fully into your power, and living a life that is closely aligned with your values. I have extensive experience working with people with trauma histories and I am trained in EMDR along with a variety of other approaches to support trauma healing. I focus on helping people identify and build on their existing strengths to experience more worthiness and empowerment in their lives. I am offering both in-person and online sessions at this time.
I am here to support you with healing the wounds of your past, stepping more fully into your power, and living a life that is closely aligned with your values. I have extensive experience working with people with trauma histories and I am trained in EMDR along with a variety of other approaches to support trauma healing. I focus on helping people identify and build on their existing strengths to experience more worthiness and empowerment in their lives. I am offering both in-person and online sessions at this time.
Amy Poppers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grass Valley, CA 95945 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is relational and integrative. I believe that we all have a deep capacity for healing, but it can be difficult to fully access our inner strengths and resources without support. Together, we can uncover ways you are feeling stuck, and chip away at blockages that may have developed due to intergenerational trauma, early wounds, losses, and other challenging circumstances. Patterns that are no longer serving you can be illuminated and disrupted, creating space for more comfort, joy, and ease. Greater levels of self-awareness and self-acceptance can emerge as we explore your inner world.
My approach to therapy is relational and integrative. I believe that we all have a deep capacity for healing, but it can be difficult to fully access our inner strengths and resources without support. Together, we can uncover ways you are feeling stuck, and chip away at blockages that may have developed due to intergenerational trauma, early wounds, losses, and other challenging circumstances. Patterns that are no longer serving you can be illuminated and disrupted, creating space for more comfort, joy, and ease. Greater levels of self-awareness and self-acceptance can emerge as we explore your inner world.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945
We are all made of multitudes - of many parts - yet at the core, we are whole and wise. Life, with its many challenges, has a way of distancing us from our core self at times! If there are any parts of you that feel broken, in conflict, stuck, confused, anxious, depressed; If doubtful, fearful, or critical thoughts or perfectionism, controlling, and people-pleasing, are interfering with your contentment and thriving in your relationships or family or work- therapy can help. In therapy, we connect to your inner wisdom, the “true you” that knows what is right for you; and we unburden you from unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
We are all made of multitudes - of many parts - yet at the core, we are whole and wise. Life, with its many challenges, has a way of distancing us from our core self at times! If there are any parts of you that feel broken, in conflict, stuck, confused, anxious, depressed; If doubtful, fearful, or critical thoughts or perfectionism, controlling, and people-pleasing, are interfering with your contentment and thriving in your relationships or family or work- therapy can help. In therapy, we connect to your inner wisdom, the “true you” that knows what is right for you; and we unburden you from unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Aurora Packard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Are you or your child 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.
Are you or your child 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.
Candice Craft
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grass Valley, CA 95945 (Online Only)
In my work with clients, I focus on mind-body-spirit reconnection when it has been disrupted by trauma or stress. I offer a soft space to land for children, individual adults and partners who have been in prolonged fight or flight post trauma exposure, as well as highly sensitive people who may be experiencing empathic stress. Here, I respect the unique language of your nervous system, the wisdom that lives in your body, and support you in fostering grounded connection to both. Together we'll utilize integrative modalities to process what is not you and create more space for what is, with a goal of inner clarity and embodied peace.
In my work with clients, I focus on mind-body-spirit reconnection when it has been disrupted by trauma or stress. I offer a soft space to land for children, individual adults and partners who have been in prolonged fight or flight post trauma exposure, as well as highly sensitive people who may be experiencing empathic stress. Here, I respect the unique language of your nervous system, the wisdom that lives in your body, and support you in fostering grounded connection to both. Together we'll utilize integrative modalities to process what is not you and create more space for what is, with a goal of inner clarity and embodied peace.
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Meg Lear - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR, RYT700
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nevada City, CA 95959
My approach draws from Feminist, Depth & Buddhist psychologies & weaves together my expertise in women's issues, intergenerational trauma, altered states of consciousness, flow psychology & dream work.
I'm a forest dwelling, northern California native devoted to helping folks rebuild their neural architecture & grow beyond trauma. My clients are the seekers with BIG questions, creatives, professionals, young adults and the psychedelic-curious. I believe that all good therapy should empower the client via the acquisition of new tools, and that it’s through this process we simultaneously begin to self-heal. I offer creative, strength based techniques to help my clients explore what’s coming up for them from a place of compassionate curiosity.
My approach draws from Feminist, Depth & Buddhist psychologies & weaves together my expertise in women's issues, intergenerational trauma, altered states of consciousness, flow psychology & dream work.
I'm a forest dwelling, northern California native devoted to helping folks rebuild their neural architecture & grow beyond trauma. My clients are the seekers with BIG questions, creatives, professionals, young adults and the psychedelic-curious. I believe that all good therapy should empower the client via the acquisition of new tools, and that it’s through this process we simultaneously begin to self-heal. I offer creative, strength based techniques to help my clients explore what’s coming up for them from a place of compassionate curiosity.
Ginevra Are Cappiello
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Penn Valley, CA 95946
I guide people who are feeling burned out, overwhelmed with life transitions, or who are lacking a sense of purpose and direction in life. Many of my clients include people who belong to often marginalized groups due to their unique life history. Whether you are dealing with strong anxiety and negative self-talk, are neurodivergent or have learning disabilities, are part of the LGBTQ+ community, are at a crossroads in your career, or are struggling with adjusting to US culture, I can be of help. I have a personal life experience with all of these instances, and years of experience supporting others in similar circumstances.
I guide people who are feeling burned out, overwhelmed with life transitions, or who are lacking a sense of purpose and direction in life. Many of my clients include people who belong to often marginalized groups due to their unique life history. Whether you are dealing with strong anxiety and negative self-talk, are neurodivergent or have learning disabilities, are part of the LGBTQ+ community, are at a crossroads in your career, or are struggling with adjusting to US culture, I can be of help. I have a personal life experience with all of these instances, and years of experience supporting others in similar circumstances.
Emma Burrows
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nevada City, CA 95959 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you're motivated to feel healthier, nourished and supported, I'm here to help. I am a holisic therapist and coach and I offer compassionate guidance and deep listening. I have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, body image, identity formation, life transitions, existential angst, relational challenges, and LGBTQIA+ youth. My additional training and background in depth-oriented Sandplay Therapy, yoga, and Ayurveda, informs the holistic framework I bring to my work with clients.
If you're motivated to feel healthier, nourished and supported, I'm here to help. I am a holisic therapist and coach and I offer compassionate guidance and deep listening. I have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, body image, identity formation, life transitions, existential angst, relational challenges, and LGBTQIA+ youth. My additional training and background in depth-oriented Sandplay Therapy, yoga, and Ayurveda, informs the holistic framework I bring to my work with clients.
Vesna Lubina Westbrook
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nevada City, CA 95959 (Online Only)
I work with clients who are (highly) sensitive, empathic, or intuitive. Sensitive people have a finely attuned nervous system that is a huge gift when made conscious. They experience life deeply, yet don't always feel easily understood by others. Growing up, they often experienced not fitting in, and have adapted to a largely non-sensitive world in myriad ways that didn't always serve their best interest. I support sensitive people on their path to finding their voice, experiencing genuine relationships, purposeful work, and reclaiming their space in the world.
I work with clients who are (highly) sensitive, empathic, or intuitive. Sensitive people have a finely attuned nervous system that is a huge gift when made conscious. They experience life deeply, yet don't always feel easily understood by others. Growing up, they often experienced not fitting in, and have adapted to a largely non-sensitive world in myriad ways that didn't always serve their best interest. I support sensitive people on their path to finding their voice, experiencing genuine relationships, purposeful work, and reclaiming their space in the world.
Brian Ginsberg
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nevada City, CA 95959
Life can be difficult, but it does not mean that we must suffer due to our circumstances. No matter what life presents us with, we all have the capacity to meet the conditions of this present moment. Whether you have been feeling stuck for a while or are meeting a sudden change in life, engaging therapy can offer support. There is always the possibility for relief here and now - let's join together in this process of discovery.
Life can be difficult, but it does not mean that we must suffer due to our circumstances. No matter what life presents us with, we all have the capacity to meet the conditions of this present moment. Whether you have been feeling stuck for a while or are meeting a sudden change in life, engaging therapy can offer support. There is always the possibility for relief here and now - let's join together in this process of discovery.
J Lynne Heart Coach
MSW, CHT
Verified Verified
Nevada City, CA 95959 (Online Only)
Coach J. Lynne specializes in women's facilitation. Feel deeply calm and see clearly within to feel healing. Clients often see into their own real-time observation of their life from deep inside. She guides individuals ready to change, through the process of changing, helping them land in their new lifestyle of a healed outlook and feeling better. This typically feels good, gaining new confidence, freedom from pain (physical or emotional), and quitting bad habits such as smoking, binge-eating, and other compulsions such as hand-washing or codependency. If you are ready to take action and make a change Coach J. Lynne is a fit!
Coach J. Lynne specializes in women's facilitation. Feel deeply calm and see clearly within to feel healing. Clients often see into their own real-time observation of their life from deep inside. She guides individuals ready to change, through the process of changing, helping them land in their new lifestyle of a healed outlook and feeling better. This typically feels good, gaining new confidence, freedom from pain (physical or emotional), and quitting bad habits such as smoking, binge-eating, and other compulsions such as hand-washing or codependency. If you are ready to take action and make a change Coach J. Lynne is a fit!
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.