Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

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Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

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Pacific Grove, CA 93950

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When people make a choice to utilize therapy to change their lives, I believe there is no greater gift they can give themselves. I am so lucky to have made helping people change their lives into my full time career.

In addition to being a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I'm also a Certified Addiction Specialist and a Certified Women's Issues Specialist. I combine these certifications with additional training in Holistic Health and Buddhist Psychology.

This Holistic Approach allows me to treat a whole person -- not just one issue -- to get them on the path to health. What clients like most about me is my ability to take my caring nature and combine it with my passion and ambition to help them succeed.

Call or Email Susan Valkenaar now for a free 15 minute consultation - (408) 606-2416

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Transitions Psychotherapy

Pacific Grove, CA 93950

(408) 606-2416

My website

Serving Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, and other communities for in person appointments. Telehealth available throughout CA.

I specialize in Addiction, Relationship Issues and Marital and Premarital

$200 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (408) 606-2416

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Transitions Psychotherapy

Pacific Grove, CA 93950

(408) 606-2416

My website

Serving Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, and other communities for in person appointments. Telehealth available throughout CA.

I specialize in Addiction, Relationship Issues and Marital and Premarital

$200 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $225
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I utilize Mentaya for assistance with out of network claims. They offer a free benefit checking tool that will notify you of any out of pocket costs.

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

I utilize Mentaya for assistance with out of network claims. They offer a free benefit checking tool that will notify you of any out of pocket costs.

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 79098 Susan Valkenaar

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 21 years

Attended John F. Kennedy University, MA, Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2008

Additional Credentials

Certificate from CCAPP C033340315 / 2015

My background includes over 20 years of clinical experience, specialized expertise in addiction and relationship recovery as well as crisis management. I have served on the Monterey County Chapter CAMFT Board of Directors as the Continuing Education Chair for 2 years and am current President Elect.

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Addiction
Relationship Issues
Marital and Premarital

Expertise

ADHD
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Career Counseling
Chronic Impulsivity
Chronic Relapse
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Drug Abuse
Dual Diagnosis
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Infidelity
Internet Addiction
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Sexual Addiction
Spirituality
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Addiction Specialist, I help individuals and couples navigate: Alcohol and substance use concerns, Recovery and relapse prevention, Trust rebuilding after addiction, Family recovery, Codependency and enabling patterns and Relationship healing during recovery. Healing is possible when both partners are willing to engage in the process.

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

2 Endorsements

Robert M Freitas

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW

Susan is an exceptional therapist that possess the skillset that can't be taught in school. She has a gift for connecting with people and providing them the tools they need to move through their treatment toward wellbeing. She is just amazing with clients!

Amy Snyder

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Susan is an outstanding therapist who is dedicated to helping her clients heal and thrive. Her deep understanding of relationships and her commitment to viewing individuals within the context of their unique experiences form the foundation of her work.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Existential
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Humanistic
Interpersonal
Jungian
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Somatic
Transpersonal

I take a collaborative, humanistic approach to therapy that honors each person's unique strengths, experiences, and capacity for growth. Drawing from holistic, cognitive-behavioral, and somatic therapies, I help clients develop greater self-awareness, regulate emotional distress, and create healthier patterns in their lives and relationships.

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 606-2416

Groups

Co Occurring Disorders

Hosted by

Susan Valkenaar

Expertise

Addiction

Codependency

Divorce

Age

Adults

Location

Santa Clara, CA 95050

Email Susan Valkenaar about this group or call - (408) 606-2416

Location

Primary Location

Transitions Psychotherapy

Pacific Grove, CA 93950

(408) 606-2416

Email Me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

North San Jose

Serving Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, and other communities for in person appointments. Telehealth available throughout CA.

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 606-2416

Serving Monterey, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, and other communities for in person appointments. Telehealth available throughout CA.

Susan Valkenaar

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 606-2416

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