I specialize in helping couples, families, and children. As human beings, we have a need to feel connected to a significant other who becomes like a safe haven and a source of security and comfort. This person helps us to face the world with confidence because we know there is someone who cares about us. When we feel disconnected from our attachment figure, we feel unprotected and life's challenges seem to be bigger and scarier. I help people to feel secure in their relationship by strengthening their bond so that they become responsive, accessible and emotionally engaged to their partners.

FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.

Greetings! Each of us has moments when we need to step back, re-consider our lives and find guidance in taking the next courageous steps toward change. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, conflicts in relationships, lack of clarity about your future direction, or the after-effects of past trauma or abuse, this might be one of those times in your life.

Our team consists of experienced, fully-licensed therapists that provide outpatient therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families based on a relational theory framework where each individual can learn the importance of mutual empathy and empowerment within their current relationships. My name is Karina and I am the Co-Founder of Talk-a-While, Child & Family Therapy Center PC. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I specialize in working with children and adolescents with neurodiverse challenges; however, I also enjoy working with adults and couples.

Welcome! Finding a therapist can be a daunting task. As a psychologist, my objective is to take a client-centered approach by understanding your goals in order to develop a clear plan to help get you there. My clinical approach is rooted in evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within the context of a Family Systems and Psychodynamic framework. Put simply, I strive to provide tools to aid with suffering in the present, while also working to improve overall relationships and functioning.

We are a Christian multidisciplinary group of licensed and registered health care professionals from the field of psychiatry, clinical psychology, marriage and family therapy, and clinical social work. We are dedicated to serving churches, pastors, and all populations regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. We also act as a training center for pre-licensed associates, trainees, and psychological assistants earning hours towards licensure in the fields of Christian Counseling and Psychology.

Mi especialidad es el ayudar a parejas y familias a sobrellevar los retos que la vida presenta tales como perdidas, trauma y depresión para que así puedan encontrar armonía y fortaleza.

I provide psychoanalytic psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Psychotherapy is a deeply personal and intimate undertaking that allows us to privately express, explore, and make sense of our lives and histories. I offer a style that is down-to-earth, thoughtful, practical, and collaborative. Because each person seeks out therapy for different reasons and brings a complex history, I tailor each treatment to meet your unique needs, goals, strengths, and preferences.

When conventional talk therapy doesn't work at helping you resolve issues or find answers; try Hypnotherapy! Everything you've ever experienced is stored in your subconcious. With 10 plus years of experience, I teach you how to overcome, control, and manage behaviors. I help develop new patterns for lasting change. Your mind is always successful at allowing you to arrive at your goals. What may be getting in your way is the pattern of how you have learned to do things. In therapy, I focus on your goal and where you want to be. I believe finding out why is not worth it.

As a Licensed Educational Psychologist, and owner of El Paseo Testing Center, I work with children, teens, and adults and specialize in conducting psychological-educational evaluations. Benefits include implementation of 504 Plans (Public/Private Schools), IEP's, University testing accommodations, College Board entrance exams and most importantly understanding one's Learning Profile to be a successful independent learner. I'm an advocate for early intervention, calling it the key to success for an individual living with a learning or behavioral difference. We have a Comprehensive team of licensed Independent Educational Evaluators that conduct second opinion assessments for School Districts.

Everyone should be able to get the help they need !!. Sliding scale fees (SSF) can start with just a little as it's based on need/income. Tired of not speaking up for what you want, are you sick and tired of quarantine, relatives, over eating, bills, work, and relationships? Sick of feeling anxious? Tired of people disapproving of your life? Email me for fastest results. Anxiety, Mediation, Family Conflict, Depression, Romance, Infidelity, Poly/Kink, ADHD, Biracial/Interracial and premarital counseling. Metaphysical issues, Reiki, Past Life Regression.

*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW ONLINE CLIENTS* Do you want to improve your relationships? Are you seeking happiness and fulfillment? I help individuals, couples and families identify the underlying beliefs/schemas that may be contributing to their current stressors and keeping them in unwanted patterns that prevent them from reaching their full potential and best self using various techniques from CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused and REBT therapy.

We are a non-profit counseling agency with locations in Santa Cruz, Watsonville, & Monterey. We provide high quality, affordable psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Our fees are set on a sliding scale, based upon your income. Our services are provided by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Master's level Interns and Trainees who are under the supervision of a licensed therapist. We would love to answer any questions you may have, or schedule an appointment to meet with you. Simply call or send us an email today!

Do you desire caring, respectful, cooperative relationships without losing yourself in the process? Every individual deserves meaningful relationships that do not compromise her/his principles, values, or beliefs. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 plus years of experience working with individuals, couples, parents, and families, I assist clients to realize and increase their full potential while decreasing negative thinking that may block this process.

I specialize in individual and couples psychotherapy. I have over 18 years of experience in the mental health field and I have worked in multiple settings, including college counseling centers, an inpatient residential treatment facility, and private practice. I am particularly interested in the treatment of relationship challenges, emotion regulation, anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. I specialize in working with marginalized populations and welcome all genders.

If you are having anxiety, depression, stress, or are simply at a stage in your life where you are often feeling overwhelmed, stuck, tense, or lonely, maybe therapy is right for you. While common, these emotions can be draining and often get in the way pursuing your goals, values, and fulfillment. Maybe you want to address a specific issue, or maybe you want to seek personal growth. Fortunately, there are effective therapies to help get you out of that rut, create lasting change, and reclaim your life. There is no such thing as one-size fits all, so personalizing your treatment will be key in your journey.

As a Therapist I work with a deep sense of compassion and curiosity in order to provide the best support while working with issues that constantly lead one to the path of un-grounding, and confusion. Talking therapy is about providing a safe sacred- therapeutic space while working on building trust and understanding. Im curious to know what will emerge during our sessions, processing thoughts, feelings and emotions frees up space for self-acceptance and self- understanding. In turn this will lead to becoming congruent with feelings, thoughts and beliefs.

Are you sad, frustrated, feeling stuck, or stressed out? Are you unhappy in your relationships? I can help you to learn to think more clearly and feel differently about yourself, other people, and events in your life. Learn the necessary tools to create the life you want. Call me for a consultation.