Couples therapists in Santa Cruz, CA

Hi, great to have you here! I know it can feel overwhelming to seek out therapy and find a good fit, and hope we might take that next step together! Many clients have described my personality as warm, not clinical, and intuitive to their emotions.

While I have worked for years with diverse clients, I specialize and work with people-pleasing women who want to increase their confidence, Christians who want to integrate faith + mental health, and individuals who feel the weight of their past impacting who they are today.

I bring 14 + years of experience providing thrrapy in both private and clinical settings. My work is grounded in a client centered strengths-based approach, rooted in unconditional, positive regard and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where client can openly share their stories.

I identify as neurodivergent and have personally and professionally navigated ADHD. This experience allows me to bring both clinical knowledge lived understanding to my work, helping clients recognize their strengths, develop effective strategies, and move toward meaningful growth and stability.

I am a licensed clinician specializing in trauma recovery. I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing emotional and difficult experiences. My goal is to provide a supportive space where clients can begin to heal.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Marin County, California. My education and training have been centered on being trauma-informed and working with individuals, couples, and families.

I am a bilingual therapist dedicated to supporting women navigating complex life transitions, young adults, college students, and Spanish speaking & Latino communities. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, or simply feeling overwhelmed by where you are in life, you don't have to navigate it alone. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My goal is to create a welcoming space where you feel understood, and comfortable sharing the concerns that brought you to therapy. We'll work together to honor your background and experiences while finding an approach that feels right for you.

As a therapist, my goal is to help you live a happier and more fulfilling life. It can be difficult to know if you are on the right path, have healthy relationships, and are satisfied with your life's direction. How do you feel about where you are headed? I can support your self discovery in a compassionate and understanding way. I work towards identifying one's strengths and empowering clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship problems and life transitions. I specialize in working with young women, new moms and couples navigating the transitional stages of family life.

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.