Karuna John Cayton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA
I have been working as a counselor and coach since 1992. But probably what makes my approach most unique is my 12 years living in Nepal from 1975-1988 and my deep study of Buddhist psychology. I blend these deep ideas into the work I do in a secular manner. I have recently published The Misleading Mind: How We Create Our Own Problems and How Buddhist Psychology Can Help Us Solve Them. Check it out. the key to happiness is mental health. The key to mental health is a balanced and wise mind so one can, ultimately, become one's own therapist and coach. Buddhist psychology is secular, scientific. Nothing to do with religion.
With the exploding interest in Mindfulness and its effects on mental health, my rich background in Buddhist Psychology allows me to offer interventions and techniques that go far beyond common mindfulness practices. I also teach workshops in the integration of Buddhist and modern psychology and psychotherapy. The key is to become your own therapist/coach.
But, don't be scared by my Buddhist background. I never push any philosophical ideas on anyone. The ideas from my Buddhist background are universal and apply to anyone. I am just sharing with you what it is that informs my thinking. Skype or FaceTime meetings are welcomed. Buddhist psychology is rational, secular and scientific. Nothing to do with religion
Call or Email Karuna John Cayton for a free phone consultation now - (831) 298-5823
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 20+ Years
- School: JFK University
- Year Graduated: 1992
- License and State: MFT 31860 California
Finances
- Cost per Session: $90 - $200
- Sliding Scale: Yes
Pay By:
Cash, Check, Paypal
Additional Credentials
- Certificate: Author - The Misleading Mind / Senior Trainer - CBMT
Specialties
- Spirituality
- Life Coaching
- Anxiety
Issues
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Buddhist Psychology
- Child or Adolescent
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
Mental Health
- Mood Disorders
Client Focus
Ethnicity:
Asian
I also speak:
Nepalese, some Tibetan
Faith:
Buddhist
Age
- Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 19)
- Adults
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Senior Trainer in Corporate Based Mindfulness
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Modality
- Individuals
- Couples
- Family
Video/Skype
- Online Counseling
Last Modified: 15 Feb 2019
(831) 298-5823