Business Details
44 Years
experience
Expert Couples & Individual Counseling in Santa Cruz
We are a dedicated counseling practice specializing in helping couples and individuals build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. With over 40 years of experience, we employ Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a scientifically validated approach that has transformed countless relationships. Our practice emphasizes emotional safety, honest communication, and deepening intimacy, guided by the expertise of Mara Alverson, a certified EFT therapist.Clients benefit from personalized sessions tailored to address recurring conflicts, parenting challenges, and waning passion. We prioritize client feedback to ensure their needs are met, fostering environments where love, security, and mutual growth thrive. Our mission is to empower clients to reclaim their relationships and achieve lasting emotional connection.
Services
Couples Counseling
Individual Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Relationship Consultations
Parenting Support
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of experience in Emotionally Focused Therapy.
- Our team consists of certified EFT specialists with proven success rates.
- We provide personalized, feedback-driven counseling sessions.
- We prioritize emotional safety and client-centered growth.
- We address both relationship dynamics and individual challenges.
Associations and certifications
- International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEFED)
Services
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling helps partners resolve conflicts, improve communication, and rebuild emotional intimacy. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, we address recurring arguments and external stressors impacting relationships. Clients gain tools to foster security and lasting connection through guided, structured sessions tailored to their unique needs.
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a research-backed approach to healing relational distress by addressing emotional patterns. Sessions focus on creating safe spaces for vulnerability, transforming negative cycles, and strengthening attachment bonds. EFT provides measurable outcomes for couples and individuals seeking deeper connection.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy supports clients navigating personal challenges affecting their relationships. By exploring emotional barriers and past experiences, we foster self-awareness and growth. Sessions are designed to enhance confidence, resilience, and the ability to form healthy relational patterns.
Free Consultation
A free 15-minute phone consultation allows clients to discuss their needs and determine if therapy suits them. We assess goals, explain therapeutic approaches, and answer questions about the process. This introductory session provides clarity and next steps for starting counseling.
Parenting Support
Parenting support addresses stressors impacting family dynamics through counseling. We help clients balance relational demands with parental responsibilities, improving communication and setting positive examples for children. Strategies focus on maintaining harmony while navigating parenting challenges.
People
Mara Alverson
Marriage & Family Therapist
Mara Alverson is a licensed therapist with over 40 years of experience in Emotionally Focused Therapy. Certified by ICEFED, she helps couples and individuals achieve emotional security. Her practice combines clinical expertise with compassionate support for lasting relationship growth.
Questions
What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)?
EFT is a research-backed approach to healing relational distress by addressing emotional patterns. It helps couples and individuals create secure attachments and improve communication through structured sessions.
How long does couples counseling typically last?
Couples counseling with EFT typically lasts 12-20 sessions, depending on the complexity of issues. Many clients see significant improvements within a few months.
Do you offer individual therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide individual therapy to address personal challenges impacting relationships. This includes exploring emotional barriers and strategies for healthier relational dynamics.
Can we schedule a free consultation?
Yes, we offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs, explain our approach, and determine if counseling is right for you.
What areas do you serve?
Our practice is based in Santa Cruz, CA, serving clients throughout the local area with in-person or virtual counseling options.
