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Rani Joy

MA (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Many people I work with are navigating patterns that feel familiar yet no longer serving—These patterns may be rooted in past trauma, early attachment experiences, or long-held core beliefs. You may be navigating relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions, and feeling called toward greater clarity, authenticity, and connection. I work with individuals who sense there is more available to them and are ready to dive in deeper and be open to growth, change and transformation.
I offer a Somatic, Body-Centered approach that helps you reconnect with your body’s innate wisdom and a deeper sense of meaning. Together, we bring mindful awareness to your internal experience, creating space for feeling, insight, healing, and integration. This supports greater capacity, resilience, and authentic expression.
I would love to support you on your journey of healing, growth and transformation. If something here resonates, or you feel a pull toward this work, I invite you to reach out. I offer a grounded, compassionate, and deeply attuned space where you can explore at your own pace and be met just just as you are.
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Rani Joy Somatic Therapy

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 215-5026

Mapuana Avenue

Pahoa, HI 96778 map
I offer therapy sessions in person in Santa Cruz, CA and on the Big Island of Hawaii. I also work via video and phone.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Spirituality and Anxiety 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Glad to introduce myself!
Rani Joy
Let's Connect (831) 215-5026
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Rani Joy Somatic Therapy

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 215-5026

Mapuana Avenue

Pahoa, HI 96778 map
I offer therapy sessions in person in Santa Cruz, CA and on the Big Island of Hawaii. I also work via video and phone.
I specialize in Life Transitions, Spirituality and Anxiety 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Glad to introduce myself!
Rani Joy

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Paypal, Venmo, Zelle
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Sessions are offered on a private-pay basis. While I'm not able to bill or provide superbills for insurance reimbursement, I can offer receipts if helpful. I reserve a few sliding scale spots in my practice to support clients getting the help they need.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 215-5026
"
Sessions are offered on a private-pay basis. While I'm not able to bill or provide superbills for insurance reimbursement, I can offer receipts if helpful. I reserve a few sliding scale spots in my practice to support clients getting the help they need.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 215-5026

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Degree/Diploma from Naropa Institute Lisa Herman

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended Naropa University, M.A. Transpersonal Counseling , Graduated 2015

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Hakomi Institute 2015
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I received a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology from Naropa University in 2015. I completed a Somatic Therapy, Bodywork & Hypnotherapy training in 2000 from Heartwood Institute. I've been supporting individuals for over 25 years in Body Centered Somatic Healing. I also offer Play Therapy.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 215-5026
"
I received a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychology from Naropa University in 2015. I completed a Somatic Therapy, Bodywork & Hypnotherapy training in 2000 from Heartwood Institute. I've been supporting individuals for over 25 years in Body Centered Somatic Healing. I also offer Play Therapy.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 215-5026

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Life Transitions
  • Spirituality
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Caregivers
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety and confusion to gain access to their inner & outer resources We slow down and bring in more awareness and presence to make space to let the "issues in the tissues" and the deeper wisdom of the body and higher intelligence reveal what's helpful. We resource ways to regulate the nervous system to navigate life experiences, change and growth.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 215-5026
"
I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety and confusion to gain access to their inner & outer resources We slow down and bring in more awareness and presence to make space to let the "issues in the tissues" and the deeper wisdom of the body and higher intelligence reveal what's helpful. We resource ways to regulate the nervous system to navigate life experiences, change and growth.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (831) 215-5026

Endorsement

Jennifer A Norstrom
Jennifer A Norstrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Rani Joy holds a very deep and supportive presence for people navigating grief, life transitions, or emotional pain held in the body. Her years of somatic work and knowledge of the body-mind connection provides tremendous guidance for pain resolution.

Client Focus

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Dance Movement Therapy
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Gestalt
  • Hakomi
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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Rani Joy
MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (831) 215-5026
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (831) 215-5026

Location

Primary Location

Rani Joy Somatic Therapy

Santa Cruz, CA 95060

(831) 215-5026

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Additional Location

Mapuana Avenue

Pahoa, HI 96778

(831) 215-5026

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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I offer therapy sessions in person in Santa Cruz, CA and on the Big Island of Hawaii. I also work via video and phone.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 215-5026
"
I offer therapy sessions in person in Santa Cruz, CA and on the Big Island of Hawaii. I also work via video and phone.
Photo of Lisa Herman - Rani Joy, MA
Rani Joy
MA
Call for a free consultation now - (831) 215-5026