Positive Psychology Therapists in Truckee, CA

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Kirsten Livak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96161
At Indigo Waters Counseling Services, we believe that mental health and wellness are essential towards living a fullfulling life. Children and adults are vulnerable to experiencing challenges balancing the various stressors life can bring about. We will work together to identify the core problems and develop treatment goals.
At Indigo Waters Counseling Services, we believe that mental health and wellness are essential towards living a fullfulling life. Children and adults are vulnerable to experiencing challenges balancing the various stressors life can bring about. We will work together to identify the core problems and develop treatment goals.
(530) 475-6678 View (530) 475-6678
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Paige Lundquest
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96161
I support at-risk youth, young adults, & their families in transforming difficult emotional experiences into opportunities to deepen their relationship to self and the world around them. I enjoy helping my clients get in touch with their own inner wisdom and explore how one can begin navigating from that place with more ease. I believe we are all deserving of healing and I strive to be accessible and affirmative in my work with clients. I invite and welcome clients from all backgrounds, sexualities, gender identities, and various relationship styles.
I support at-risk youth, young adults, & their families in transforming difficult emotional experiences into opportunities to deepen their relationship to self and the world around them. I enjoy helping my clients get in touch with their own inner wisdom and explore how one can begin navigating from that place with more ease. I believe we are all deserving of healing and I strive to be accessible and affirmative in my work with clients. I invite and welcome clients from all backgrounds, sexualities, gender identities, and various relationship styles.
(530) 418-6254 View (530) 418-6254
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Hayley Wright
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Truckee, CA 96161
When you come to therapy, you get to be vulnerable and explore the most important piece of life -- you! My therapeutic process is tailored because I recognize that clients have different experiences and personalities. I utilize a non-judgemental and empathic approach that is friendly and kind, and sometimes challenging (if you need it!). You'll receive a customized plan that will help you recreate healthy perceptions of yourself and help you grow.
When you come to therapy, you get to be vulnerable and explore the most important piece of life -- you! My therapeutic process is tailored because I recognize that clients have different experiences and personalities. I utilize a non-judgemental and empathic approach that is friendly and kind, and sometimes challenging (if you need it!). You'll receive a customized plan that will help you recreate healthy perceptions of yourself and help you grow.
(530) 230-3923 View (530) 230-3923
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Jack Benter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96161
We are in the midst of difficult times, filled with uncertainty, unsettling emotions and new challenges. You do not have to be alone in finding, creating, and examining solutions. I work with individuals, couples, and families in confidential and supportive telehealth and nature-based in person sessions. We can collaborate to find the most effective approach to meet your specific needs and goals. I treat anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, family conflict, grief, and provide parenting guidance. I also provide support and guidance through life transitions through customized ritual and ceremony creation and enactment.
We are in the midst of difficult times, filled with uncertainty, unsettling emotions and new challenges. You do not have to be alone in finding, creating, and examining solutions. I work with individuals, couples, and families in confidential and supportive telehealth and nature-based in person sessions. We can collaborate to find the most effective approach to meet your specific needs and goals. I treat anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, family conflict, grief, and provide parenting guidance. I also provide support and guidance through life transitions through customized ritual and ceremony creation and enactment.
(209) 395-1728 View (209) 395-1728
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JoAnn Perry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96161
I have been working in the field of healing arts for two decades. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with individuals, couples, teens, and adolescents. My work is grounded in the knowing that with the safety and security of the therapeutic container, one finds the willingness to feel what is authentically present, which naturally brings healing and ease of living.
I have been working in the field of healing arts for two decades. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with individuals, couples, teens, and adolescents. My work is grounded in the knowing that with the safety and security of the therapeutic container, one finds the willingness to feel what is authentically present, which naturally brings healing and ease of living.
(530) 607-6697 View (530) 607-6697
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Austin Sherman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Truckee, CA 96161
Hey, hi, hello. If you are struggling with feeling lost, anxious, stuck, depressed, or need something to shift but are not sure what or how - you have come to the right place. I work with people of all backgrounds to build a life that feels expansive and aligned. Using a trauma-informed and social justice lens we can explore your goals and turn confusion and pain into an opportunity for growth, clarity, and authenticity. Together we can work to find the pathways and tools that lead to more joy, ease, and meaning in your life. I work with body, mind, and spirit to help uncover your inner knowing and aliveness.
Hey, hi, hello. If you are struggling with feeling lost, anxious, stuck, depressed, or need something to shift but are not sure what or how - you have come to the right place. I work with people of all backgrounds to build a life that feels expansive and aligned. Using a trauma-informed and social justice lens we can explore your goals and turn confusion and pain into an opportunity for growth, clarity, and authenticity. Together we can work to find the pathways and tools that lead to more joy, ease, and meaning in your life. I work with body, mind, and spirit to help uncover your inner knowing and aliveness.
(530) 298-8846 View (530) 298-8846
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Kimberly Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96161
Healthy relationships are the bedrock of our lives—mature, stable, mutually loving and nurturing connections that help us thrive and enjoy the world around us. They’re what we hope for. But many of us struggle in one or more of our relationships, whether with people; with things such as food, finances, substances, or activities; even with ourselves. The result? Fear. Anxiety. Depression. Unhealthy ways of coping. Even our physical health can suffer from the stress. But there is hope! You can heal from even a severely dysfunctional past or a traumatic experience. Let me help you unstick and move toward a healthy, satisfying future.
Healthy relationships are the bedrock of our lives—mature, stable, mutually loving and nurturing connections that help us thrive and enjoy the world around us. They’re what we hope for. But many of us struggle in one or more of our relationships, whether with people; with things such as food, finances, substances, or activities; even with ourselves. The result? Fear. Anxiety. Depression. Unhealthy ways of coping. Even our physical health can suffer from the stress. But there is hope! You can heal from even a severely dysfunctional past or a traumatic experience. Let me help you unstick and move toward a healthy, satisfying future.
(530) 212-7034 View (530) 212-7034
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Meri L Shadley
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, LCADC, LCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Truckee, CA 96161
With over 40 years experience working with families, couples, and individuals, I have in-depth knowledge about strengthening relationships, utilizing one's personal and family resiliency, improving self efficacy and empowering people to find their personal path and voice. Many of my clients are dealing with the aftermath of addiction, loss, trauma, violence, and betrayal. I attempt to assist people to understand the jigsaw puzzle of life in order to feel, think, and behave more congruently with their inner self while improving their significant relationships.
With over 40 years experience working with families, couples, and individuals, I have in-depth knowledge about strengthening relationships, utilizing one's personal and family resiliency, improving self efficacy and empowering people to find their personal path and voice. Many of my clients are dealing with the aftermath of addiction, loss, trauma, violence, and betrayal. I attempt to assist people to understand the jigsaw puzzle of life in order to feel, think, and behave more congruently with their inner self while improving their significant relationships.
(775) 574-4764 View (775) 574-4764
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Lisa Stekert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96161
Navigating life and change can be challenging. Often times we need someone to help guide us through personal growth and transformation. My goal is to fully integrated the whole person, building on the strengths and values you possess whether you are working life transitions, depression, health related, relationship or parenting issues. I enjoy collaborating with clients while helping them gain insight into their own process to help them reach a place of balance and harmony in their life.
Navigating life and change can be challenging. Often times we need someone to help guide us through personal growth and transformation. My goal is to fully integrated the whole person, building on the strengths and values you possess whether you are working life transitions, depression, health related, relationship or parenting issues. I enjoy collaborating with clients while helping them gain insight into their own process to help them reach a place of balance and harmony in their life.
(530) 792-9014 View (530) 792-9014
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Erik Welsh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96161
My focus is within psychodynamic concepts, allowing us to address life experiences, that can be both defined and understood through metaphor. In therapy, we are solidifying your understanding of what an experience may symbolize for you. My goal is to provide therapy that facilitates a deeper understanding of your experience. I view therapy as a medium that can lead to long-lasting change, as a treatment, utilized as an exploration of insight and compassionate engagement, to help you identify what obstacles are getting in the way of your personal and professional growth.
My focus is within psychodynamic concepts, allowing us to address life experiences, that can be both defined and understood through metaphor. In therapy, we are solidifying your understanding of what an experience may symbolize for you. My goal is to provide therapy that facilitates a deeper understanding of your experience. I view therapy as a medium that can lead to long-lasting change, as a treatment, utilized as an exploration of insight and compassionate engagement, to help you identify what obstacles are getting in the way of your personal and professional growth.
(775) 368-1622 View (775) 368-1622
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Sharon Stafanson
Psychologist, PsyD, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Truckee, CA 96160
I utilize an integrated approach that considers body, mind, emotions, and spirit. This approach involves embarking on a journey with you in which I bring my entire presence to hold you with deep care, non-judgment, and a playful sense of humor. As you share your experiences with me, I will wholeheartedly attune to you with both my inner knowing and acquired knowledge and skills. I draw from decades of study of diverse therapeutic modalities, eastern wisdom traditions, nature, and personal life experience. ​ I honor your unique strengths and capabilities and recognize that we are all at various points in the process of evolving.
I utilize an integrated approach that considers body, mind, emotions, and spirit. This approach involves embarking on a journey with you in which I bring my entire presence to hold you with deep care, non-judgment, and a playful sense of humor. As you share your experiences with me, I will wholeheartedly attune to you with both my inner knowing and acquired knowledge and skills. I draw from decades of study of diverse therapeutic modalities, eastern wisdom traditions, nature, and personal life experience. ​ I honor your unique strengths and capabilities and recognize that we are all at various points in the process of evolving.
(510) 822-8809 View (510) 822-8809
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Kristin Aguilar
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Truckee, CA 96160
Hello! I am a trauma-informed therapist, certified Brainspotter, and I am trained in Ketamine-assisted therapy for individuals and couples. The qualities of a healthy therapeutic relationship include mutual trust, mutual respect, shared decision making and goal setting. As a therapist, I work with my clients to maintain a relationship that is caring, safe, positive and professional. I seek to meet my clients exactly where they are and to create an environment where clients feel seen, heard, and held with compassion and empathy.
Hello! I am a trauma-informed therapist, certified Brainspotter, and I am trained in Ketamine-assisted therapy for individuals and couples. The qualities of a healthy therapeutic relationship include mutual trust, mutual respect, shared decision making and goal setting. As a therapist, I work with my clients to maintain a relationship that is caring, safe, positive and professional. I seek to meet my clients exactly where they are and to create an environment where clients feel seen, heard, and held with compassion and empathy.
(916) 656-0605 View (916) 656-0605
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Galyn Burke
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Truckee, CA 96161  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in helping adults, couples, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma resolution. From day one, I am transparent with my clients about how their brains work (using biological neuroscience) and why I am asking them to engage in a certain exercise or dive into a specific aspect of their past. Knowledge is power and my goal is to empower my clients to not only reach their goals in therapy but to develop the insight, wisdom, and skill necessary to enhance all aspects of their lives.
I specialize in helping adults, couples, and families struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma resolution. From day one, I am transparent with my clients about how their brains work (using biological neuroscience) and why I am asking them to engage in a certain exercise or dive into a specific aspect of their past. Knowledge is power and my goal is to empower my clients to not only reach their goals in therapy but to develop the insight, wisdom, and skill necessary to enhance all aspects of their lives.
(206) 222-8719 View (206) 222-8719
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Tiffany King
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Truckee, CA 96161  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hi! My name is Tiffany. Are you worrying & feeling anxiety about work and the constant need for productivity? You know, those feelings that we hide about our imposter syndrome, our shame of not being enough, irritations & guilt about our families, and the endless frustrations that set us off in our relationships? Why do we constantly end up feeling hurt & unacknowledged? Why do I keep stressing out and lose motivation right when I need it the most? If you've ever found yourself asking these questions then read on. On the surface, “everythings fine!” but you're finally ready to start improving and investing in your wellness.
Hi! My name is Tiffany. Are you worrying & feeling anxiety about work and the constant need for productivity? You know, those feelings that we hide about our imposter syndrome, our shame of not being enough, irritations & guilt about our families, and the endless frustrations that set us off in our relationships? Why do we constantly end up feeling hurt & unacknowledged? Why do I keep stressing out and lose motivation right when I need it the most? If you've ever found yourself asking these questions then read on. On the surface, “everythings fine!” but you're finally ready to start improving and investing in your wellness.
(775) 571-5799 View (775) 571-5799

Online Therapists

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The Mindful Lemon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chico, CA 95926  (Online Only)
Here at The Mindful Lemon, we believe in treating the whole person – we focus on the mind-body connection, positive psychology, law of attraction and mindfulness in conjunction with a multitude of evidenced based practice and therapeutic modalities to help you to achieve your greatest potential.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Here at The Mindful Lemon, we believe in treating the whole person – we focus on the mind-body connection, positive psychology, law of attraction and mindfulness in conjunction with a multitude of evidenced based practice and therapeutic modalities to help you to achieve your greatest potential.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
(530) 288-4066 View (530) 288-4066
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Cody Scheer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chico, CA 95926
I use EMDR therapy to process past difficulties and I also use an ACT therapy model mixed with positive psychology to help my clients improve their lives and move forward.
I am a young therapist who is passionate about helping people who are struggling with life's issues. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and anger management. Growing up as teenager and young adult I experienced many of these afflictions myself and have dedicated my work towards helping those suffering from the same things. If you need help solving lifes problems or just becoming the best version of yourself, I can help you. I specialize in children, teens, and young adults, but am open to working with all ages.
I use EMDR therapy to process past difficulties and I also use an ACT therapy model mixed with positive psychology to help my clients improve their lives and move forward.
I am a young therapist who is passionate about helping people who are struggling with life's issues. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and anger management. Growing up as teenager and young adult I experienced many of these afflictions myself and have dedicated my work towards helping those suffering from the same things. If you need help solving lifes problems or just becoming the best version of yourself, I can help you. I specialize in children, teens, and young adults, but am open to working with all ages.
(530) 444-6461 View (530) 444-6461
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Ryan Crawford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gridley, CA 95948
I'm Ryan Crawford, LCSW. I have the most experience working with adults and teens dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, poor self-esteem, and coping with life transitions. I view my role as a therapist as walking alongside you to help you determine what is best for you. I use concepts of Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Supportive Therapy to support you in learning coping skills, increasing your self-esteem, and forming new patterns for a healthier and happier life.
I'm Ryan Crawford, LCSW. I have the most experience working with adults and teens dealing with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, poor self-esteem, and coping with life transitions. I view my role as a therapist as walking alongside you to help you determine what is best for you. I use concepts of Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Supportive Therapy to support you in learning coping skills, increasing your self-esteem, and forming new patterns for a healthier and happier life.
(530) 317-1417 View (530) 317-1417
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Colleen Tweed Wong
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I use a combination of mindfulness, positive psychology, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavior therapy to decisively and compassionately direct you toward your goals.
Please email for the fastest response. I have been working with parents in the Sacramento area since graduating from UC Davis with a major in psychology and a minor in human development in 1999. I have since partnered with not only parents, but numerous couples, students, and individuals to decrease anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relational conflict while advancing toward a life of increased self-esteem, joy, sense of purpose, clarity, connectedness, and life satisfaction.
I use a combination of mindfulness, positive psychology, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavior therapy to decisively and compassionately direct you toward your goals.
Please email for the fastest response. I have been working with parents in the Sacramento area since graduating from UC Davis with a major in psychology and a minor in human development in 1999. I have since partnered with not only parents, but numerous couples, students, and individuals to decrease anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relational conflict while advancing toward a life of increased self-esteem, joy, sense of purpose, clarity, connectedness, and life satisfaction.
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Laura Litynski-Vitencz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tahoe Vista, CA 96148  (Online Only)
I use Positive Psychology and Cognitive techniques to help you empower and strengthen your body mind and spirit in a wholistic approach to healing.
If you are a woman struggling with depression or anxiety, trauma or feeling overwhelmed with everyday life and relationships or responsibility, you are pregnant, or about to give birth, a mother struggling to be superwoman or thinking you are not enough, let's talk and see what time we can spend on therapy, assessment and group supports to embrace your dreams of an emotionally stronger you and a better life.
I use Positive Psychology and Cognitive techniques to help you empower and strengthen your body mind and spirit in a wholistic approach to healing.
If you are a woman struggling with depression or anxiety, trauma or feeling overwhelmed with everyday life and relationships or responsibility, you are pregnant, or about to give birth, a mother struggling to be superwoman or thinking you are not enough, let's talk and see what time we can spend on therapy, assessment and group supports to embrace your dreams of an emotionally stronger you and a better life.
(530) 869-7102 View (530) 869-7102
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Melissa Louise Craven
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nevada City, CA 95959
You may benefit from the skills of Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address overwhelming moods and relationships, Expressive Arts Therapy to understand issues at a deeper level, and positive psychology to build happiness through researched practices.
Are overwhelming emotions and self-criticism holding you back from being the parent, partner, or friend you want to be? Do you lay awake at night thinking about mistakes? Just below the surface is a part of you that is exquisite, courageous, and wise. You may need a mental health tune-up, deep work to process an injury, or ongoing support. I'd like to help you see beyond this difficult moment- I'd love to help you enjoy your life more. I'm Melissa Craven, licensed MFT (52019) with an emphasis in Expressive Arts Therapy and over fourteen years at UCSF helping clients like you build skills of creativity and self-compassion.
You may benefit from the skills of Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address overwhelming moods and relationships, Expressive Arts Therapy to understand issues at a deeper level, and positive psychology to build happiness through researched practices.
Are overwhelming emotions and self-criticism holding you back from being the parent, partner, or friend you want to be? Do you lay awake at night thinking about mistakes? Just below the surface is a part of you that is exquisite, courageous, and wise. You may need a mental health tune-up, deep work to process an injury, or ongoing support. I'd like to help you see beyond this difficult moment- I'd love to help you enjoy your life more. I'm Melissa Craven, licensed MFT (52019) with an emphasis in Expressive Arts Therapy and over fourteen years at UCSF helping clients like you build skills of creativity and self-compassion.
(530) 861-6319 View (530) 861-6319

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How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.