Counseling in Santa Cruz, CA. Find the Right Therapist.

Safe, effective, and caring. Affordable therapists near you in Santa Cruz, California will help you make the changes you want.


Anna Dasbach, M.A., LMFT

Anna Dasbach, M.A., LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

2715 Porter St #205, Soquel, California 95073 | 8315668077

Would you like to live a more fulfilled life with meaningful relationships? You have taken the first step! Finding the right therapist can be scary and confusing. I believe that a personal connection is the corner stone to a successful therapeutic experience.

Madeleine Foster, MA, AMFT, APCC

Madeleine Foster, MA, AMFT, APCC

Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

My goal as a therapist is to build a relationship with you where you can speak freely. By talking freely, we will find clues to help develop a path to wellness, find the right coping mechanisms, and help you build a fulfilling life.

The Lotus Collaborative

701 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, California

The Lotus Collaborative is a Health and Recovery Center in Santa Cruz, CA. We offer outpatient services, an intensive outpatient program, a day treatment/partial hospitalization program, free support groups, treatment scholarships, and transitional living. The Lotus Collaborative has a unique name that speaks to our unique treatment center, we offer a balanced individualized treatment approach using validated therapies for eating disorders.

Erica Valdivia, M.A AMFT

Erica Valdivia, M.A AMFT

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

I support individuals and couples in getting back to that healthier version of themselves or relationships. We will work collaboratively towards your goals and increase your "toolbox" so you feel confident when life happens.

Monica Dyer, Psy.D(c)

Monica Dyer, Psy.D(c)

Psychological Associate

Available for Online Therapy

People come to me seeking someone who's done their own work and can help guide them through theirs—someone who is highly trained, compassionate, and honest. In our work together, you can expect to feel safe, understood, and free to show up as your true self.

Sara Fischer Sanford, LCSW, CCTP

Sara Fischer Sanford, LCSW, CCTP

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Available for Online Therapy

Hello! My name is Sara and I have over a decade of experience working with adults who are ready to make a change and improve their lives. My counseling style is casual and my clients are greeted with genuine warmth, compassion, and kindness. Let's get started.

Inga Knudson, AMFT

Inga Knudson, AMFT

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

14583 Big Basin Way, Ste 2B, Saratoga, California 95070 | 669-240-3419

Do you find yourself at a crossroads in life? Maybe you need help navigating intense emotions, relationships or loss. Therapy can help restore a sense of agency and wholeness within yourself, joy and curiosity in your life and safety and freedom in relationships.

Suzanne Greene, JD, MA, LMFT

Suzanne Greene, JD, MA, LMFT

Psychotherapist, LMFT

Available for Online Therapy

CaliforniaTherapy.com is home to my private psychotherapy practice. I designed it to provide specialized care, affording my clients greater flexibility and accessibility for their mental health care throughout California. I specialize working with Adults and Teens.

Diana Karpavage, MA, LPCC

Diana Karpavage, MA, LPCC

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor & Certified EMDR Therapist

5819 Soquel Drive, Suite A, Soquel, California 95073 | 410-330-9517

I offer over 25 years of experience utilizing EMDR, spiritual, and cognitive therapy approaches to trauma, PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, panic, abuse, pregnancy loss, post-abortion recovery, marriage, relationship & spirituality for women, men, teens and couples

Christine 'Chris' Lang, LMFT53769

Christine 'Chris' Lang, LMFT53769

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

100 Doyle Street, Suite E, Santa Cruz, California 95062 | 831-234-1411

Entering into therapy can be a big decision & confusing process. By providing attentiveness, compassion, & collaboration, I offer support & direction that can help you toward meaningful & effective change, self understanding and personal healing.


You Have Found The Best Therapists in Santa Cruz, CA. Let's Get Started and Change Your Life.

Welcome to our California listing of values-centered therapists in Santa Cruz CA. Counseling in California with Theravive aims to be real and effective, going deep to resolve issues, heal broken relationships, and give you the right tools to move forward in a healthy and free way. Contact forms are "open" 24/7 it's free and easy to reach out, so select a Santa Cruz therapist above and start your new journey today.

Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz County, California. It has a land area of 12.74 square miles and a water area of 3.08 square miles.  The population of Santa Cruz is 64,220 people with 21,516 households and a median annual income of $62,164. .


Therapy Affordability Meter for Santa Cruz, CA

Generally Affordable

Therapists in Santa Cruz are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Santa Cruz public health department.