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I offer a warm, empathetic, safe environment and gentle, and practical guidance to help you explore your issues and determine how best to support your healing and growth. I am the only Marriage and Family Therapist certified in thanatology (death, dying and bereavement) in Santa Cruz County.

Scotty has attended numerous trainings and continues to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field. His educational focus includes studies on Religious Trauma, Highly Controlled Religious Groups, and the damaging effects of Purity Culture. Scotty is dedicated to furthering his knowledge to better assist those seeking healing.

Can refer you to a therapist in the UK.

Counselling, Psychotherapy, Supervisor, and Trainer over two decades (now semi-retired). Willing/able to signpost UK residents to counsellors and therapists who have completed the online training on working with religious trauma that I have developed based on my doctoral research findings. The therapists are also required to attend a supervision group facilitated by me.

Mark specializes in religious trauma and couples therapy. Additionally, he brings extensive experience as a university professor, best-selling author, researcher, and workshop facilitator, equipped with the knowledge and skills to guide you on your journey to healing and growth.

I have a compassionate approach to therapy in that I meet people where they are in their own journey. I have nearly 20 years of experience in trauma informed care, addiction, family conflict, religious trauma and gender affirming care. I hold certifications in both ecotherapy and religious trauma. I provide training and practice in guided imagery and meditation.

I am a trained complex trauma EMDR Clinician and a Level Two Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am also trained in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and a Texas Social Work Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor. I like to provide a space where clients feel comfortable processing difficult emotions so they can leave the session feeling a greater sense of resilience, confidence, and happiness.

As a trauma specialist, I use both the most cutting-edge trauma treatment modalities of EMDR, IFS, mindful self-compassion, and somatic awareness, as well as energy-based and alternative modalities such as (hands off) reiki, crystals, and other energy methods. I am happy to work with both "therapy newbies" and also therapy veterans who need a true expert. I am licensed in Texas, Utah, Arizona, Florida, and Colorado.