Children therapists in Castroville, California CA
Children
Dr. Kelly Smith
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am here for the person who has seen and experienced events that are "not average" or healthy. Events that you cannot just “forget.”
In my life journey, I gained a lasting respect for the profession of healing and wanted to pass that same healing along to others. I worked hard to become a compassionate, understanding, and experienced psychologist. I have a wide range of skills and techniques that I use to help my clients heal, grow, and change. Change and growth are hard, but it is one of the most worthwhile experiences you can engage in.
I help people who want to change and grow, learn the skills to do so
Are you struggling with sleeplessness, having dreams of being there again, always trying to get your brain to shut down so you can relax, feeling shame, guilt, anger, and numbness? Are you having images just push their way into your brain reminding you of that thing, those people, that feeling? Do they teach you how to do your job, but not how to deal with the consequences? You are fine when surrounded by others who understand, but when you have to go home or lose that comradery... You feel inadequate, a disappointment, or a burden because you cannot explain to your family why you are not there for them or why you are so worried or angry about certain things.
Once you accept how much control you really can have in your recovery...and take responsibility to learn the tools... you can turn things around. You can do things that you want to do rather than accept that you are going to be damaged and struggle with certain things. You can connect with your family again and be happy. You can sleep soundly and think clearly.
14 Years Experience
Children
Fair Oaks Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Do you find yourself taking care of everyone else's needs rather than your own? Do you often feel self-conscious, judge yourself harshly, and worry about making mistakes? Are you struggling with anxiety or insomnia? Many of us had experiences in childhood that made us feel that we weren’t good enough or that we had to be perfect in order to be loved. These beliefs are so ingrained in us that we often aren’t even aware that they exist, but they affect how we see ourselves, how we see the world, and how we relate to others. The good news is that these beliefs CAN be changed.
You have the power to move out of survival mode and move toward a life filled with joy and satisfying relationships Reach out today and we will get back to you within 1 business day.
12 Years Experience
Children
Dr. Linda Haack, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Dr. Linda Haack Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist since 1991. Her practice of over 26 years includes extensive experience working with many individuals, couples and families struggling with a variety of mental emotional disorders and life challenges. Dr. Haack has certifications in drug and alcohol treatment from American Psychological Association (APA) Practice Organization since 1997, along with specialized training in both Domestic Violence and Seeking Safety Trauma Recovery. For over 30 years, she has been a member of the American Psychological Association (APA), the California Psychological Association (CPA) and the Los Angeles Psychological Association (LAPA).
For six years, Dr. Linda Haack was co-host of “KOGO for KIDS” radio show on AM600 KOGO. She earned several awards for her pertinent topics and current knowledge regarding Child/Family/Parenting issues, including the Gandhi “Peace Award” for community forum shows following the Santana High School shooting in San Diego County area. She has been a featured expert on local newscast segments, magazine and newspaper articles regarding mental emotional health throughout her 26 years as a psychologist.
Dr. Haack is unique in her background with sports, as a competitive athlete and trained clinical sport psychologist, she works with both amateur and professional athletes. She has worked with athletes and coaches, nationally and internationally ranked, on performance enhancement, team building, learning styles and personal issues related to professional athletes lifestyles.
33 Years Experience
Children
ARC Counseling and Wellness
Psychologist, Psy.D.
We are a caring and comprehensive group practice that offers therapy, psychological assessment and testing, and more in order assist our clients across multiple areas of growth and wellness.
17 Years Experience
Children
Kelda Hartman
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I believe that no matter where you’ve been, what you’ve been through, or where you are currently, there is hope. I know that life can throw some crazy curve balls and I understand how painful and earth-shattering crisis can be. You may feel too weary to deal with what is happening (or you may be tired of always having to be so strong), but sometimes transformation can happen just by holding on. I would like to be the person who supports you in hanging on, even if the rope seems to be slipping through your fingers. Because I believe the future can look different than the present and the past. Things can change. So if you feel like giving up, please give me a call instead.
Like a tree, I believe that in order to change the fruit (what is currently going on in our life), we need to look at the root. You can pick every orange off an orange tree hoping it will grow apples, but unless you change the root, it will just keep growing oranges. I believe that if we can get to the “heart” (or root) of what is happening, you will see different fruit begin to develop. Because I believe that many of life’s struggles stem from wounds of the heart. I want to help wounded hearts heal. I enjoy working with people of all cultures, beliefs and backgrounds. For those who are interested in Christian Counseling, I am also trained in integrating God into that healing process.
8 Years Experience