Online Play therapists in Santa Cruz, California CA
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Alyssa Habschmidt
Therapist, AMFT
I work with clients in long-term, insight-oriented therapy who desire a more meaningful, self-led life. I will help you understand what's going on beneath the surface — the fears, longings, and protective patterns that quietly shape your life. We will approach these parts of yourself with curiosity, creating space for healing, growth, and self-trust.
2 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Robyn Holmes-Cannon
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Online sessions across California. EMDR, Mindfulness-Based CBT, somatic work and supportive psychotherapy effectively adapted for online therapy. Hybrid options are also an option for local clients.
25 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
Our therapeutic approach centers around the understanding that each person is a unique individual, and their life experiences greatly influence their perception of the world. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that cultivates security, acceptance, and inclusivity.
7 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Nes Pinar Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I offer online therapy for adults who want a thoughtful, grounded space to come home to themselves. My work is relational, warm, and deeply attuned—I’m interested in the stories you’ve carried, the identities that shape you, and the parts of you that are ready for more ease, expression, or alignment. Together, we slow down, get curious, and make room for the truths that have been waiting beneath the surface.
15 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Mia Turner
Therapist, MA, RYT, ASDCS, LMFT, NPT-C, CMNCS, CMIP
✨ By virtue of holding space for you to make meaning out of your experiences, intersections of identity, and personal and ancestral past, I specialize in providing Culturally Conscious, Liberation-Oriented, Neuro-affirming, Trauma-Informed, Nervous System-Centered, and social justice-aligned offerings of healing that align with your desire to unify mind, body, and spirit, healing both present and intergenerational wounds, and connecting with self, others, and surroundings.
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA (Online Only)
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Castle Rock Family Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ACSW
At Castle Rock Family Services, our mission is simple: Help More People More. We are dedicated to strengthening our community by providing compassionate therapy and meaningful support. Our experienced clinicians meet you where you are in your journey, offering guidance, connection, and resources to help you find peace and reach your fullest potential. Whether through in-person or telehealth sessions, we are here to support you every step of the way.
12 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Integrated Mental Wellness
Psychologist, Ph.D, Integrated Medical Mental Health Clinician, Licensed Psychologist
Online therapy can be an effective and efficient tool in obtaining the support you need without leaving home or work. No drive time or waiting in the lobby. I use the VSee platform and Face Time for remote sessions.
20 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Douglairian psychology apc
Marriage and Family Therapist, Lmft
Hi! Dr. Roger Douglas, PsyD, LMFT 124878 here. I am a psychologist, and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a USMC Veteran. I offer mental health services to Individual, Families, Couples and Groups using evidence-based practices. The theoretical approach I utilize will depend on your presenting problems. Some of these approaches are, Cognitive Theories, Post Modern Theories, Psychodynamic Theories, Client Centered Theories, Systems, E.M.D.R.. and more...
5 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA (Online Only)
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Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hello! Welcome to Irvine Family Counseling, a trusted home for the mental wellness and spiritual flourishing of individuals, couples and families. As a top-rated center for personal growth and transformation, we make it our priority to provide the most innovative, comprehensive and effective treatment available on the market. We collect the best practices from a variety of approaches and use our unique skill-sets to help you achieve a positive treatment outcome. Inspired by our own journey’s of personal success with mental wellness, we want you to experience the same joy and more. We are interdisciplinary, dual-degree therapists with extensive training backgrounds in the area of trauma, anxiety/depression, relationships and personality disorders. We distinguish ourselves from other centers in that we are psychoanalytically trained, working together in a team-based approach, and come united in our background of faith.
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Amanda Hagos, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PPSC
As a small group practice, myself and the other clinicians in the practice individualize our virtual care for each client, and work to develop a supportive environment to foster rapport building.... even over a screen.
8 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Kim Christine Stevens
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
I am accepting new Telehealth clients- video call or phone call
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Dr. Lori Lynn Mann
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Psy.D.
Ever feel stuck? Maybe you are bogged down with thoughts, memories, or uncomfortable feelings. Or maybe you are just itching for a change in your life. I am a licensed psychotherapist with an additional doctorate degree. I help individuals, couples, and families throughout Orange County & LA County. My approach is one where I aim for you to feel comfortable from the very beginning. No cookie cutter model here...I will find a way to meet you where you are at and work toward your therapy goals. I'm an accomplice toward helping you feel heard and validated in your journey...because life, after all, through the good and the bad, is a journey, isn't it? We will work together through the highs and lows, the conflicts internally and externally, re-group when thought processes get us in a rut, and focus on full mind-body health. I walk the walk in wellness in that it is my life mission to help better the lives of others. My clientele is age 2-102. My styles & areas: Cognitive-Behavioral, Solutions-Focused, Psychodynamic, Couples Therapy, Divorce Mediation, Co-Parenting, Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Personality Disorders, Trauma, and Relationships. I have 10 yrs clinical experience, have copy-written 3 books on relationships, and have hosted a national podcast on relationships.
14 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA (Online Only)
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Jaclyn Epstein-Calvert
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
I provide online therapy for adults and parents throughout California who are navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the emotional demands of family life. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who are juggling a lot — careers, parenting, partnerships, and personal growth — and want a space to slow down, reflect, and feel supported.
My approach integrates relational therapy, attachment-based work, and neuroscience-informed practices that help clients better understand their emotional patterns, nervous system responses, and relationships. I have particular expertise supporting parents of neurodivergent children (including ADHD and autism), helping families reduce overwhelm and build more connection and understanding at home.
Therapy with me is collaborative, warm, and practical. Together we work to build insight, strengthen emotional regulation, and create more supportive ways of relating to yourself and the people you care about.
11 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Gustavo Olvera SANTOS
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My approach while providing therapy is person-centered, and goal-oriented which means I adapt to your needs and personality and what works for you. Other approaches I utilize as part of treatment are; Cognitive Behavioral Approaches, CBT, DBT, personal empowerment, Trauma Focused, strength and solution-focused techniques, spirituality to further assist you in achieving desired goals. As part of my therapeutic approach I also explore childhood issues, trauma, and attachment as our childhood trauma is often the root of our problems and challenges that we are experiencing today.
9 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Nathan Ely, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
In life we all have seasons where we need someone to help us hold the pain. My hope is to guide you to a place of healing, freedom and inner peace that can endure through even the most challenging experiences. The journey is so much easier when we have someone to help us carry the burden. I work with couples, individuals, kids and families with specialization in trauma recovery with EMDR therapy.
8 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Luis Maimoni
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Due to COVID-19 precautions, all services are now available only via online video link.
14 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Karen Queller
Art Therapist, M.A Expressive Arts Therapy
Many people wonder how Expressive Arts Therapy works online. Through my experience I can say that it truly does. Being in your own home allows you to find resources in your natural environment that are available to you, making the therapeutic process feel more integrated into your daily life..... which is where all the magic happens anyways ;)
7 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Lani Lee
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MBPT, CAPT
I offer secure video appointments which allow greater accessibility across the state.
18 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Nicole Bermensolo
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., AMFT
All sessions are conducted via telehealth on the HIPAA-compliant platform, Zoom.
7 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA
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Janee Young
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hey there! I’m Janee Young, a quirky and compassionate licensed marriage and family therapist from Confidence and Clarity. I’m all about helping you rock your confidence and find that inner clarity you’ve been searching for. My toolkit includes a diverse range of therapy methods. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy.
10 Years Experience
Online in Santa Cruz, CA (Online Only)
Play Therapy therapists in Santa Cruz, California Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Santa Cruz, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (83%), Trauma and PTSD (71%), and Depression (71%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 89% |
In Person and Online |
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| 11% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 83% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 71% | Depression |
| 71% | Child or Adolescent Issues |
| 63% | Self Esteem |
| 54% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 51% | Parenting |