In-Person in Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Online in California
I've essentially been coaching my whole life. I started out a massage therapist, then pursued education as a hypnotherapist, Reiki master, traditional Naturopath and earned my PhD. I am a lifelonger learner, knowing the more that I know, the more I can help you. I've written 8 books and have lectured around the world including 2 TEDx talks.
I'm passionate about coaching, recognizing that people are whole, creative and resourceful and sometimes just need a little guidance. I ask thought-provoking questions, hold people accountable and will call BS when I hear it. The work gets done, but there is much laughter along the way. Sometimes you just need someone to bounce ideas of off and hold space for you to discover your next step.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Men, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Eclectic
- Hypnotherapy
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems
Approach Description: My approach is simple and open minded. Every person that I come in contact with to coach has a different story and a different need. A lot of my work is informed by internal family systems and I rely on my background in psychology, human behavior and hypnosis as well. My sessions are one hour long and I prefer to have a six session commitment so we can actually get some work done. I have a rather lengthy intake form which allows me to know, before the session, more about the person that I am going to be coaching.
Coaching differs from therapy and that it is very much self-directed. We are not going to dwell on the past or get stuck in the story. I am going to listen to your goals and desires and make sure those get met in the healthiest way possible for you. My sessions are fun, humor-based but still gets the work done, sometimes surprisingly fast.
We don't always need a psychologist or psychotherapist, sometimes you just need a guide along the way. Reach out and let me see how I may be of service to you and help you reach your goals. I work with individuals, teams and couples.
Education & Credentials
Kathy Gruver PhD, ACC
- Female
- Practicing Since 2019
Education: Coaching certification from CTI. Certified by the International Coaching Federation as an ACC. I'm also a certified hypnotherapist and have earned my PhD in natural health with an emphasis in mind/body medicine. I've studied mind/body medicine at the Benson-Henry Institute at Harvard.
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee 150
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- A discount is offered for purchasing six session in advance and on a case by case basis, the fee may be lowered.
- Out of Network
Kathy Gruver Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Santa Barbara, CA 93105
- Available Online for residents of California
- Online Therapy Details: I offer coaching through Zoom or via phone
I am a Santa Barbara-based life coach and hypnotherapist. I also offer online and phone sessions. I specialize in people in transition, goalsetting, breaking through blocks and barriers, shifting mindset and helping couples and relationships flourish. I lead with humor and compassion, my sessions are to the point and I have no problem calling BS when I see it. I will work as an accountability partner to help you find your passions, get to know your values and improve self relationship. A lot of my work comes from my background in improv, Internal Family Systems and Compassionate Inquiry. I am forever expanding my tool box and am trauma informed as well as educated in grief work. I also offer psychedelic prep and integration so if you are heading off on a journey and want help, I'm there for you or if you just came back from a festival and need to make sense of your experience, I can help you integrate your experience.