Person-Centered Therapists in Soledad, CA

My name is Maureen Finn and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about helping individuals create desired change in their lives while developing self-compassion and self-acceptance. My focus areas of practice are anxiety, depression, women's issues, eating disorders, and trauma. The common theoretical approaches I utilize are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, Attachment-Based, Person-Centered, Family Systems, and Trauma Focused.

My name is Pat and I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist and have helped hundreds of adults, children, couples, and families over the years through the therapy process. I have a BA degree in Psychology from Occidental College, a Master in Social Work degree from Cal State LA, and licensure LCSW from the Board of Behavioral Sciences, California. This year 2022 I am finishing up a certificate of healthcare fellowship from UC Davis in Pain Management.

We live in a demanding era in which the choices and pressures of everyday life can be overwhelming, causing both interpersonal and intrapersonal conflict. Therapy is the process of change, generating self-affirming thought patterns towards a hopeful and resilient future, a centered and balanced life.

I love working with creative people. My passion is to bring healing to those who have often felt limited by the burdens of their anxiety, depression, or trauma. If your desire is to find new freedom in living without hesitation and being supported in living your life with fierce and unapologetic authenticity then you’ve come to the right place. I create welcoming and affirming environment and provide a safe space where you can feel appreciated for your individuality and your rebelling soul. I am not going to repeat cliché phrases that you’ve heard million times already, but I will challenge you to find your authentic Self.

Hi, my name is Brandon Waugh and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of San Diego California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, and a whole system perspective to help my clients work toward their mental health and life goals. My approach varies based on the needs of each of my clients. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Person-Centered Therapy while maintaining a whole system perspective.

My name is Nicole Shrieves and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of California. My pronouns are she/her/hers. I provide individual therapy with adults who experience symptoms of depression and anxiety stemming from trauma, systematic oppression, ancestral and generational wounds, racial injustices, domestic violence, sex trafficking, grief and loss, aging, and other life experiences/stressors. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly.My therapeutic approach is based on you, the individual.

If you struggle with anxiety and depression, you may have a difficult time feeling connected to others. Feeling isolated and alone can lead to unhealthy coping skills. We all experience times when we feel stuck, hopeless, or overwhelmed. You don’t have to stay trapped in these negative patterns and feelings. I have extensive experience working with tweens, teens, and adults and provide a safe space where individuals can be themselves and feel heard and valued.

I am currently Licensed as an MFT and Substance Use Disorder Certified Counselor. Therapy provides a safe space to bring about change in the areas we would like to grow by gaining a better understanding of ourselves. Let's work together to discover what will help you in reaching your goals. I practice with Solution Focused, Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Collaborative, Narrative, Mindfulness, and Emotionally Focused therapies.

I like to take a comprehensive, collaborative approach to treatment and focus on building a professional and positive relationship versus treating a diagnosis. To me, it is important to build a genuine relationship based on trust, openness and honesty, that emphasizes meeting the client where they’re at. I believe the client is an expert in their own lives and my role is to help them become a healthier, happier version of themselves.

Kameka views life as a constant learning and growth process and is encouraged by author Maya Angelou’s quote, “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” Kameka has a great appreciation for the growth process and is passionate about helping others achieve their personal and spiritual goals. Kameka supports individuals to develop an understanding of barriers to achieving their goals, while also empowering them to create actionable changes in their life. She believes in providing genuineness, compassion, and maintaining unconditional positive regard with clients.

Are you currently experiencing challenges in your life? We all have them, and some we are faced with can feel pretty big, and we don't have to face them alone. When these challenges prevent you from functioning in important areas of your life, and leave you feeling as life is just passing you by, reaching out for help is one of the most courageous things you can do. Much of my experience is working with adolescents, families, and individuals, who experience everything from relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and stress, to name a few. I have worked in Outpatient community settings, schools, homes, and telehealth.

Are you someone who is often taking care of or thinking about others? Do you struggle to find time for your needs? Do you feel overwhelmed with everyday demands? Do you feel unseen or without a voice? Maybe you have been told you are too much or you want too much, but your needs and desires tell a story. Will you allow yourself to tell it? Asking for help can be difficult and wondering how things could change might be scary, but you do not have to do this alone. Every day I support people who struggle with these same issues and more. I want to invite you to take the first step so you can get the support you need and deserve.

Nathaniel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Dance/movement therapy uses dance and movement to help explore and express thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Nathaniel also uses a person-centered approach and draws from a variety of techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and existential therapy. Through the collaborative and creative process of therapy, clients can learn to express themselves authentically, improve self-awareness, and create meaningful relationships with themselves and others.

Charles’ passion is psychological healing and growth. He believes everyone has the innate potential to live full, satisfying and self-actualizing lives with hope, joy, and meaning. He wishes to facilitate change and growth in an open, safe, non-judgmental atmosphere wherein compassion and authenticity will provide the necessary impetus for growth and a sense of wholeness.

Hola! Yo soy Adriana and I am a bilingual Associate Clinical Social Worker with experience working with a diverse population including high risk youth, young adults, undocumented/immigrant individuals, college students, underserved populations, severely mentally ill individuals and families. As a first generation Latina of Mexican descent, daughter and sister, I bring in lived experiences into practice. I provide a safe and nurturing space for individuals embarking on their healing journey through the lens of trauma-informed, strength-based and person-centered. I look forward to working with you !

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community in the Monterey area, I recognize the need for therapy services that address the unique experiences of those with nondominant sexual and gender identities. I also focus on couples and family therapy with those from both traditional and nontraditional family structures, including polyamorous and consensual non-monogamous relationships.

**Accepting New Clients** Feel cared for and heard, experience a safe and authentic connection, find clarity, heal from a past or more recent traumatic event. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Provisional Art Therapist and Mindfulness-based Practitioner, I offer a person-centered, strength-based holistic approach to healing. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I work with the creative mind, this work includes art and expressive mediums to understand how our earliest experiences in life create the implicit, behavioral patterns that we can potentially carry with us for a lifetime.

In May 2007, I graduated from California State University with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and shortly after, earned a Master’s of Science degree in Counseling, emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. I began my career as a therapist working with juvenile offenders and youth who’d been diagnosed with severe mental health issues. I quickly recognized that many adults who were tasked with raising these troubled youth were struggling with issues that prevented them from being active caretakers. As a result, working with hurting adults became my passion.

Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.