Wellness Focused Psychotherapy for Adults
Care designed for longevity,
not urgency.
SERVING TELEHEALTH CLIENTS THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA
Including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento and rural Northern California Communities.
In person sessions Eureka, CA.
Integrative, personalized and grounded in the belief that mental health deserves ongoing care— not just crisis intervention.
Where I Specialize
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Aging + Life Stage Development
You may seek therapy around aging if you are:
Processing physical changes or health concerns
Adjusting to new limitations or evolving capacity
Supporting aging parents while navigating your own midlife
Reconsidering long-term plans, retirement, or legacy
Experiencing shifts in identity as roles change
Feeling grief about time passing or bodies changing
Wanting to age intentionally rather than reactively
Aging is psychological as much as it is physical. Therapy can help integrate growth, loss, and adaptation with clarity and dignity.
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Life Transitions
You may seek therapy for life transitions if you are:
Experiencing a career change, promotion, or professional uncertainty
Adjusting to parenthood, pregnant/postpartum, an empty nest, or shifting family roles
Navigating divorce, partnership changes, or relationship evolution
Relocating or feeling unmoored in a new environment
Facing a health diagnosis or medical decision
Questioning identity, purpose, or direction
Feeling “in between” versions of yourself
Transitions often look stable on the outside while feeling destabilizing internally. Therapy provides structure and steadiness during seasons of change.
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Stress+ Burnout
You may seek therapy for burnout if you are:
Feeling emotionally depleted despite continued performance
Struggling with motivation or decision fatigue
Experiencing irritability, numbness, or detachment
Finding it difficult to rest, even when exhausted
Noticing your nervous system feels “always on”
Carrying responsibility without recovery
Wondering how long you can keep going at this pace
Burnout is not weakness — it is a signal. Therapy becomes maintenance, recalibration, and long-term sustainability.
Meet Gaby!
I work with adults across California navigating life’s many transitions — career shifts, relationships, family roles, health, aging, and identity. My clients are often thoughtful, capable people who appear to be managing well on the outside while feeling overwhelmed or quietly stuck on the inside.
My background is rooted in healthcare and integrated medical settings, working alongside primary care teams through complex life and health transitions in rural Northern California. I specialize in aging and gerontology, and I’m equally passionate about supporting working adults and parents balancing careers, caregiving, and family — people who carry a lot for others while trying to care for themselves too.
I draw on several evidence-based modalities, with my most specialized training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) — a research-supported approach that brings meaningful relief from trauma and distressing emotional patterns, often in fewer sessions than traditional therapy. I’m the only ART-trained practitioner in Humboldt County.
I believe therapy should fit within the realities of real life. If you’re in a season of transition or recalibration, I’d love to connect — schedule a complimentary consultation to see if we’re a good fit!
What is Accelerated Resolution Therapy?
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a psychotherapy method that helps the brain rework upsetting memories, habits, and emotional reactions. Using side-to-side eye movements and images the client chooses, the therapist guides a process that changes and integrates feelings, sensations, and mental patterns without needing to repeatedly talk through or relive the painful events. You only share what is needed and safe during the sessions.
ART doesn’t erase experiences, but it alters how your mind and body respond to them. It often produces results in fewer sessions, without repeated retelling or restarting, making it a good option for people who want significant change in a relatively short time.
(Click photo below for the ART website to learn more)
Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART) is versatile and treats many issues quickly, including:
PTSD, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, testing anxiety, sleep problems (including nightmares), performance anxiety, low self‑esteem, trauma, grief, work stress, pain, OCD, and more.
PTSD, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, testing anxiety, sleep problems (including nightmares), performance anxiety, low self‑esteem, trauma, grief, work stress, pain, OCD, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
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My clients are often:
People navigating major life transitions (career shifts, retirement, parenthood, caregiving, aging)
Individuals experiencing burnout, even when “everything looks fine”
High-achieving professionals managing demanding careers
Those adjusting to chronic health changes or evolving identities
People who want therapy as part of a wellness routine, not just during crisis
You may not feel like you’re “falling apart”—
but you know something needs to shift.
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Our work may include:
Reducing burnout and restoring energy
Navigating life transitions with clarity and confidence
Processing trauma, stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm
Adjusting to aging, health changes, or shifting roles
Strengthening identity, boundaries, and sense of direction
Building a more sustainable way of living and working
This is not about “fixing” you—
it’s about supporting you in functioning at a high level without the cost to your well-being.
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50-Minute Telehealth or In Person Psychotherapy Sessions
Traditional in person or psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes and provide space for ongoing support, reflection, skill-building, and emotional processing. These sessions may include talk therapy, somatic awareness, and integrative approaches tailored to your goals and pace. I use aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and even offer CBT-I the leading treatment for Insomnia. Many clients use therapy as routine mental health maintenance, much like other forms of preventative care.
60- Minute Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART®)
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART®) is a structured, evidence-based approach designed to help resolve distressing memories, trauma, and stuck emotional patterns more efficiently. ART sessions are longer—typically 60 minutes—to allow sufficient time for focused memory processing and resolution within a single session.
ART uses guided eye movements and imagery to help the brain replace distressing images with neutral or positive ones of your choosing, often leading to meaningful relief in fewer sessions. Many clients experience significant improvement within 1–5 sessions, making ART an effective option for those seeking targeted, time-limited treatment.
CBT-I is a specialized, evidence-based treatment designed to restore healthy, consistent sleep. It addresses the underlying patterns—both cognitive and behavioral—that disrupt your ability to fall and stay asleep. Through a structured yet personalized process, CBT-I helps recalibrate your sleep system, supporting lasting change without reliance on medication. It is widely recognized as the gold standard for treating insomnia. This specific protocol is usually 4-8 sessions.
Services offered through this practice are non-emergency and provided by scheduled appointment only. For urgent or emergency mental health concerns, please call 911, visit your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.What Happens in an ART Session
An ART session usually lasts 60 minutes and follows a step-by-step, manualized protocol. The therapist guides the client through sets of horizontal eye movements while the client focuses on distressing images or sensations. Between sets, the clinician may ask the client to notice shifts in body sensations, emotions, or imagery, and to use visualization to replace distressing scenes with neutral or positive ones. This “Voluntary Image Replacement” (VIR) process is central to ART’s design and allows the brain to link new, non-distressing information with the original memory network.
Unlike traditional exposure therapies, ART does not require clients to verbally describe their trauma in detail. Many individuals find this feature especially helpful if they struggle with avoidance, shame, or emotional flooding when recounting their experiences. Clients remain in control at all times, and sessions typically conclude with a sense of calm or resolution rather than prolonged distress.
How ART Differs from Other Therapies
Other trauma therapies rely on exposure to create desensitization. This means a client will have to relive the memory of their trauma in a controlled environment as they rehash painful details. With ART, clients don't have to recount their trauma in detail to their therapist, making it a safer, more comfortable process. Plus, there's no homework. ART uses targeted techniques that help you process and resolve trauma effectively, focusing on how memories are stored and experienced without reliving the pain.
ART shares some mechanisms with EMDR, particularly the use of bilateral eye movements and the aim of reducing distress associated with traumatic memories. However, ART differs in its structure and focus: sessions are more directive and include scripted interventions that actively guide the client to replace distressing images. ART is also briefer in format and many issues are commonly resolved in only one session—many clients complete treatment in fewer sessions than traditional trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) or Prolonged Exposure (PE).
Importantly, ART is not hypnosis. Clients remain fully alert, oriented, and aware throughout the process. Nor is ART a “band-aid” fix; while it can produce rapid relief, the method works through recognized neurological processes of memory reconsolidation supported by emerging research in affective neuroscience.
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Not sure about telehealth?
Telehealth therapy is a valid and effective form of mental health care and is conducted using a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. Services follow the same clinical and ethical standards as in-person therapy.
Many clients find telehealth to be comfortable and convenient, allowing therapy to fit more easily into their daily lives while still providing meaningful connection and support.
I am only able to see patients within the state of California, even via telehealth.
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Rates:
50 minute Psychotherapy Session: $175
All regular psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes unless otherwise agreed upon in advance.
60 Minute Accelerated Resolution Therapy: $175- 200 session billed based on time taken. Anywhere from 50-75 minutes. First session often 75 minutes.
ART is an evidence based approach and often provides symptom relief 1-6 sessions
In support of my community, I offer a first time session of Accelerated Resolution Therapy for Humboldt County Mental Health Professionals at a discounted rate: 60 minutes $100
Payment is due at time of service
Beginning June 2026, I will be in-network with Partnership HealthPlan/Carelon (Medi-Cal) and am currently in the process of adding additional Medi-Cal managed care insurance plans. Please check back regularly for insurance participation updates or contact me directly with coverage questions.
I believe access to quality mental health care should not be determined by a person’s financial circumstances. Someone’s ability to pay does not impact their ability to receive care with me, and I encourage you to reach out if cost or coverage concerns are creating barriers to treatment
In accordance with the No Surprises Act, self-pay clients have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected therapy costs prior to services. If your final bill exceeds the estimate by $400 or more, you may dispute the charges.
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Reach out via the book it link in the top right hand corner to get scheduled for a free consultation.
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Below are select certifications and advanced trainings that inform my clinical work and approach to care:
• Certified Social Worker in Gerontology (CSW-G) – National Association of Social Workers
• Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) – Basic Training. Certification in process
• Perinatal Mental Health Certificate of Training – Postpartum Support International
• Foundations of Aging – Boston University
• Aging & Disabilities – Boston University
• Certificate in Healthcare Management – Cornell University
Masters of Social Work- Cal Poly Humboldt, formerly Humboldt State University
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