Marianna Krapivner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NARM®
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (650) 480-3648
Anyone who has experienced trauma cannot overlook the excruciating pain and fear it instills in the body and mind. Such pain, if left unattended, may morph into depression, anxiety, chronic physical pain, and a profound sense of loss and continuous grief. It can mask our identity and upend our lives. We are left feeling disoriented, stuck, and confined. Our lives become foreign to us. We find ourselves witnessing life like a broadcast, rather than fully experiencing it in the moment. To bear the unbearable we disconnect from ourselves and others, and engage in compensatory behaviors, compulsive thoughts, self-shame, and blame.
Trauma work is a long, delicate journey. Anchored in my heart, I become a safe container for the expression of your emerging vulnerability. The process relies on deep connection, attunement, and active listening. Together, we explore the emotions and somatic experiences that arise in sessions, helping you grow and reconnect with your innate wisdom and vigor.
I emphasize a healing relational approach that is centered around the heart's desire to love and be loved, supporting an increased capacity for freedom, vitality, and a harmonious life. It is my honor and privilege to support your growth toward authenticity, aliveness, acceptance, spontaneity, gratitude, and connection to self, others, and the world.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Marianna Krapivner now - (650) 480-3648
Let's Connect (650) 480-3648
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $290
- Couple Sessions $330
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa Marianna Krapivner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NARM®
Email me or call with questions - (650) 480-3648
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 106507 Marianna Krapivner
- Attended Santa Clara University, MA in Counseling Psychology
- Certificate from NARM Training Institute: NARM Post-Masters Fellow Therapist specializing in complex Trauma NARM Therapist / 2026
- Certificate from NARM Training Institute: Certified NARM Master Therapist specializing in complex Trauma 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Marianna Krapivner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NARM®
Email me or call with questions - (650) 480-3648
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- c-PTSD Trauma, Relationships and Parenting
- Grief
- Terminal Diagnosis and other Life Transitions
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Cancer
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Marianna Krapivner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NARM®
Email me or call with questions - (650) 480-3648
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Russian
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Russian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- NARM - NeuroAffective Relational Model
- Object Relations (OR)
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Marianna Krapivner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NARM®
Email me or call with questions - (650) 480-3648
Groups
Growing Meaningful Relationships
Growing Meaningful Relationships: 6-week group therapy for strengthening interpersonal connections Feeling disconnected, frustrated, isolated and lacking confidence and drive, prevents us from maintaining a healthy social life. Our supportive and non-judgmental group environment allows you to share your experiences, receive feedback, and connect with others who are also practicing building meaningful relationships. Contact us to learn more or sign up to reserve your spot!
Expertise
Anxiety
Peer Relationships
Trauma and PTSD
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Group Meets
Every Tue
Location
617 Veterans Boulevard
210
Redwood City, CA 94063
Email Marianna Krapivner about this group or call - (650) 480-3648
Location
Nearby Areas
Marianna Krapivner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NARM®
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 480-3648