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Couples therapists in Santa Cruz, CA


Top couples therapists in Santa Cruz, CA
Navigate relationship challenges with support from Headway's network of warm, affirming couples therapists in Santa Cruz. Our providers use proven approaches like the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help partners reconnect. Access flexible scheduling, free intake calls, and insurance coverage to focus on what matters most.
I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment
Pamela Hughes received her Undergraduate Degree in Psychology and her Masters Degree
in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, California.
Pamela has worked with individuals, couples and families improving their relationships
using the Collaborative Communication Skills as an Instructor. Pamela specializes in Addictions, ADHD, Family Systems and Hoarding.
I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.
I have been practicing for 40 + years, in the Southbay, Torrance area. I am a psychologist with a Ph.D. I specialize with young children, adolescence. I also work with couples, families and am practized in depression, anxiety, psychosis, and divorce. I utalize cognitive/behavioral and psychdynamic therapies. I match my approach to the personality and needs of thebpatient.
As a Christian therapist, I walk with clients to strengthen and support them in learning self compassion, understanding their worth, finding insight and living wisely. I have studied psychology and marriage and family therapy for over 13 years and have been in practice as a therapist for 7 of those years. I have intentionally learned and applied principles and practices which help clients sustain growth from hurts, unprocessed feelings and lack of direction toward more energy, enjoyment and purposefulness in life again.
I look forward to consulting with you to see if our therapeutic work would fit with you!
Hello! My name is Juan Zuluaga and I am a LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) in California. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 14 years in a multitude of settings including: therapist, director of an adult program, and case manager. My therapy focus has been working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, victims of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions/adjustments, struggles with interpersonal conflicts, men’s issues, and self-esteem concerns. Rooted from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy background, I primarily employ CBT, REBT, & DBT modalities into my practice. I am here to walk with you on your journey and assist uncover what is best for your life.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialization in spirituality and depth psychology. At the heart of my work is a deep belief that healing begins with self-love and unconditional acceptance — for yourself, not just others. I've seen how harsh self-judgment holds people back, so I bring a compassionate, non-critical presence to every session. I also believe strongly in building graceful boundaries and healthy self-care routines as the foundation for a fulfilling life. Whatever has brought you here — grief, a difficult relationship, trauma, or simply a desire to know yourself better — I'm here to walk alongside you without judgment.
Hi You can call me Dave I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist I've been practicing for eleven years I do not prescribe medication My specialization is in individual therapy, group therapy, And marriage Family therapy
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- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 91%Relationship issues
- 91%Stress management
- 85%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 80%Cigna
- 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%Blue Shield of California

- 98%English
- 15%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Mandarin
- 1%Korean

- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online

- 77%Woman
- 22%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 58%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 7%Clinical Psychologist
- 3%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 72%Couples therapy
- 62%Family therapy
- 23%Child or adolescent therapy
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