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Kimberly Lin Chilvers

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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720 A Capitola Ave. Capitola, CA 95010
Hello, I am Kim Chilvers, I use she/her pronouns, and am an LMFT with over 20 years of experience. My specialties include individual adults and teens struggling with the effects of trauma, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. I use EMDR and other evidence based interventions to help clients develop coping skills, a better understanding of emotions, relationships and working towards achieving life goals, in a safe, non-judgment space. I take a humble and curious approach to the diverse cultural, life style and gender experiences of my clients.
I work from a client centered, trauma informed stance, using empathy to meet people where they are while guiding them to look at how they got there and promoting skills to build change. I utilize EMDR as well as well elements of IFS, CBT and DBT to reprocess trauma, identify strengths, reframe stuck patterns. I am also a certified SSP provider
I know starting therapy can be difficult. My goal is to offer you a safe place to learn, heal and grow. i am happy that you are taking this step for yourself. Please reach out for a free consultation.
Call or Kimberly Lin Chilvers now for a free 15 minute consultation - (831) 851-1535

My Practice at a Glance

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720 A Capitola Ave.

Capitola, CA 95010 map

(831) 851-1535

San Francisco, CA 94103

My website
I have time reserved for EMDR 90-180 minute sessions, SSP, and at times weekly 1 hr session availability. Please reach out if interested!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome to my virtual office
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Let's Connect (831) 851-1535
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

720 A Capitola Ave.

Capitola, CA 95010 map

(831) 851-1535

San Francisco, CA 94103

My website
I have time reserved for EMDR 90-180 minute sessions, SSP, and at times weekly 1 hr session availability. Please reach out if interested!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Welcome to my virtual office
Kimberly Lin Chilvers

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Venmo

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Optum
  • Providence
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I currently have openings and can offer Safe and Sound Protocol concurrent or before therapy. I take some insurances in network and I will provide a superbill for out-of-network benefit reimbursement as well as a sliding scale as needed. Please reach out, I would love to hear from you.
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535
"
I currently have openings and can offer Safe and Sound Protocol concurrent or before therapy. I take some insurances in network and I will provide a superbill for out-of-network benefit reimbursement as well as a sliding scale as needed. Please reach out, I would love to hear from you.
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 35296 Kimberly Lin Chilvers
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 27 years
  • Attended New College of California , MA, Graduated 1993
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDRIA 2024
  • Certificate from Safe and Sound Protocol 2025
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For over 20 years I have supported adults and teens in improving their lives using a trauma informed lens I am an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) certified therapist and a SSP (Safe and Sound Protocol) certified provider as well as experience in other evidence based practices.
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535
"
For over 20 years I have supported adults and teens in improving their lives using a trauma informed lens I am an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) certified therapist and a SSP (Safe and Sound Protocol) certified provider as well as experience in other evidence based practices.
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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The clients I work with are often struggling with anxiety or depression related to life circumstances or past traumas. I work at each persons own pace to see things in a new light, new tools to manage life stress and reprocess how the past impacts their current life. I strive for clients to see a real change in symptoms and improved relationships with themselves and others.
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535
"
The clients I work with are often struggling with anxiety or depression related to life circumstances or past traumas. I work at each persons own pace to see things in a new light, new tools to manage life stress and reprocess how the past impacts their current life. I strive for clients to see a real change in symptoms and improved relationships with themselves and others.
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535

4 Endorsements

Valerie Roth
Valerie Roth
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Kim is a skilled therapist at working with people who face difficult challenges. She provides highly effective treatment, supports her clients, and treats others with respect. Kim has helped clients feel better and develop excellent coping skills.
Kimberly G Latigue
Kimberly G Latigue
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWCPA
Kimberly is a very skilled and experienced professional whom I have learned much from.
Brandi Ann Plumley
Brandi Ann Plumley
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
I strongly endorse Kimberly Lin Chilvers, She has extensive experience with adults and teens. Kimberly is kind, compassionate and highly skilled at helping clients move forward with a greater sense of self-esteem and clarity.
Mary Mallinson, EMDR Therapist
Mary Mallinson, EMDR Therapist
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
I have had the privilege to work with Kim for the past three years. Aside from being an incredibly knowledgeable and experienced therapist, Kim shows up for her clients in a supportive, respectful, and attuned way, helping her clients feel heard and seen.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
  • Trauma Focused
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I believe we all have the ability to heal inside of us. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed interventions and I am a certified in SSP (Safe and Sound Protocol) to help change areas where your life has become stuck or times when internal messages are impacting the ability to move forward and live your best life
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535
"
I believe we all have the ability to heal inside of us. I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed interventions and I am a certified in SSP (Safe and Sound Protocol) to help change areas where your life has become stuck or times when internal messages are impacting the ability to move forward and live your best life
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 851-1535

Location

Primary Location

720 A Capitola Ave.

Capitola, CA 95010

(831) 851-1535

Additional Location

San Francisco, CA 94103

(831) 851-1535
"
I have time reserved for EMDR 90-180 minute sessions, SSP, and at times weekly 1 hr session availability. Please reach out if interested!
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 851-1535
"
I have time reserved for EMDR 90-180 minute sessions, SSP, and at times weekly 1 hr session availability. Please reach out if interested!
Photo of Kimberly Lin Chilvers, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kimberly Lin Chilvers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 851-1535