Are you feeling disconnected, frustrated or overwhelmed? Do you find it a struggle to build close, intimate relationships or to deeply connect to those closest to you? If you are looking to improve the quality of you most important relationships or to feel more skillful in building new relationships, I would look forward to working with you.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Eclectic Therapy Draws from different therapeutic methods based on what fits each client best. It is flexible and personalized rather than following one single model.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Self Psychology Explores the development of self-esteem and identity. It emphasizes the importance of empathy in healing.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy blends mindfulness, DBT, IFS, and psychodynamic principles. My hope is to create a warm, empathic experience for every client. I will use my training and experience as guides to realize the goals of our work together.
Education & Credentials
Laurie Gulutzan LMFT
- Female
- License # MFT 42612
- Licensed in California
- Practicing Since 2005
Education: MS in Counseling Psychology
DBT trained
Triple P Positive Parenting Certificate
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $250
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I offer several sliding scale appointments.
- Out of Network
Laurie Gulutzan Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Redwood City, CA 94061 and Berkeley, CA 94705
- Available Online for residents of California
- Online Therapy Details: HIPPA compliant zoom
My approach to therapy is a blend fo mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, DBT, and psychodynamic approaches. My style is warm, compassionate and collaborative. We will work together to improve your connections to other people and to improve the quality of your life.