Narrative therapists in Salinas, California CA
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Narrative
Laurie Moore
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, IFS, Certified Hypnotherapist, EMDR, Cyclical Pain Repatterning, Somatic, Expressive Arts
Caring-hearted, when painful experiences disrupt you, find peace.
Helping Good-Hearted Confident People Recover from a Life Shock!
If your life was disrupted by an unexpected experience and you cannot stop the cycles of self-doubt, sorrow or frustration, help is here. While you have achieved some success and happiness, a curve ball has changed your emotions. You wish for life to feel like a warm hug or uplifting event but instead you are exhausted from grief and perhaps, confusion. This leads to loneliness. You long to find peace.
27 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA California (Online Only)
Narrative
Melanie Goetz
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
You’ve spent years being the strong one—the helper, the steady presence, the one who keeps it together while carrying so much inside.
Lately, maybe your body feels tense, your heart heavy, and your relationships harder than they should be. You may long for rest, connection, or simply someone who truly understands.
Therapy with me isn’t about “fixing” you. It’s about creating space to listen to the parts of you that have been silenced, to heal old wounds, and to finally feel safe being your fully authentic self.
If you’re ready to stop overextending, quiet the inner critic, and begin living with more ease and authenticity—I would be honored to walk alongside you.
🌿 Let’s start from the roots, and grow upward—together.
At our core, we are all motivated by a desire to connect—both with others and with ourselves in ways that feel honoring. But often, in our upbringing, we learned “rules” for connection that no longer serve us in our friendships, families, or intimate relationships. My work is about helping you recognize those patterns and move toward earned-secure attachment, so your connections can feel mutual, safe, and deeply nourishing.
If this resonates, I invite you to schedule a brief, complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. It’s a chance to see if my presence and approach might be the right support for your journey. You can schedule directly here: melanie-goetz.clientsecure.me
10 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA California
Narrative
Create You Therapy Services
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who helps individuals, couples, and families overcome life’s challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling lives. My work is grounded in a strength-based, trauma-informed approach, honoring your resilience while supporting meaningful healing.
I specialize in trauma recovery and treat a range of mental health concerns using evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Therapy is personalized, goal-oriented, and collaborative—focused on addressing the root causes of distress while building practical skills for lasting change.
Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for transformation but unsure where to begin, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we will create a safe, nonjudgmental space to heal past wounds, regain confidence, and move forward with clarity and purpose, one step at a time.
27 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA California
Narrative
Gustavo Olvera SANTOS
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hello! I'm Gustavo Olvera and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), serving clients via telehealth throughout the State of California. My long time approach to therapy is to meet the client where they are and work with them to identify goals that will help them improve their quality of life. I believe that we all have the potential to succeed in life and the potential to achieve greatness. A healthy mind is key to success, as we often have to make critical decisions on a daily basis. I believe we can all achieve our desired goals by increasing and maintaining a positive outlook on our mental health.
9 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA California
Narrative
Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist
I believe in your resilience. I am a psychotherapist with specialized training in Drama Therapy. I will collaboratively work with you to help you create the changes you want in your life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Salinas, CA California
Narrative Therapy therapists in Salinas, California Statistics
Narrative Therapy therapists in Salinas, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Relationship and Marriage Counseling (69%), and Trauma and PTSD (67%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
54%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 69% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Depression |
| 60% | Stress |
| 53% | Self Esteem |
| 49% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Teen |
| 54% | Senior |
| 31% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 37% | Asian |
| 36% | Hispanic / Latino |