Although I never had therapy with Laura, I feel compelled to write because of my experience with…read moreher over the phone. I was looking for a therapist for my son. Laura spent quite a bit of time learning what the issues were. She looked into my insurance coverage and promptly returned a phone call to me. My insurance did not cover her so we never scheduled an appointment. But, in this limited interaction Laura was kind, compassionate, and extremely professional. She was willing to invest time, over the phone, and seemed genuinely concerned and interested in getting me connected with a therapist. I imagine she would be just as invested and professional in session.

From the owner: Laura provides compassionate marriage counseling as well as therapy for kids, teens, adults and…read morefamilies in the Santa Cruz, CA area. Services include Christian counseling; marriage counseling; help for kids and teens; parenting support; and healing from anxiety, stress, depression and issues from the past.

We were looking forward to seeing Alison due to her reviews (even though the most recent review is…read more5 years old) and the fact that she apparently offers weekend appointments. I say apparently, because I'm not sure: we never heard from her after our inquiries. I first went to her web site and filled out the contact form regarding our need for couples therapy over two months ago, and tried again a few days ago. I never received a response to either inquiry. If you really want to see this therapist don't rely on her web site for communication, she doesn't seem to be checking it.

She is AMAZING! My then boyfriend (now fiance) and I went to her a while back when we were on the…read morerocks and she really helped us learn to communicate with each other. We are now better than ever and are engaged and planning to get married next year! So appreciative to Alison and I'm sure we'll continue to see her occasionally whenever hard things come up that we need extra support working through. I highly recommend her!

This is a beautiful space. I've had two massages here so far. They've both been wonderful! She's…read morereally able to do deep tissue work and work on areas that you direct her to. The studio has been so great fitting me in on short notice as well. I can't wait to come back for a yoga class!

Soul Care Yoga is such a gem in our community! The staff here are some of the friendliest and most…read morewelcoming people you'll ever meet--always ready to greet you with a smile and guide you with their deep expertise. Whether you're brand new to yoga or a longtime practitioner, you feel supported and cared for the moment you walk in. I love the variety of classes they offer--there's truly something for everyone, from gentle and restorative sessions to energizing flows. They also go beyond yoga with special offerings like the BioCharger, which is such a unique and powerful way to recharge your energy. What makes Soul Care even more special is the way they bring community together. Their First Fridays events highlight local artists and create a space to connect, celebrate, and experience wellness in a creative way. If you're looking for a place that nurtures body, mind, and spirit--and feels like home--you'll find it here. Aptos is so lucky to have Soul Care Yoga!

So far so good. After just a few visits, I already know that…read moreI am glad I chose Allison from a crowded field. She is a good listener, has a wonderful and soothing office and is patient and flexible about the process. She is also very affordable for those on Blue Shield HMO insurance. I will update this rating after I gain more experience, which is the only reason why it is not a 5 star rating.

I have been seeing licensed counselors for most of my adult life, as I am an advocate of mental…read morehealth tune-ups. I have been seeing Allison for over four years, when I first started I was seeing her weekly and have now moved to every two weeks. She likes to use modern technology which is great for us busy people. She uses psychselect.com services which is HIPAA compliant; so I can send her electronic messages as well as schedule/cancel appointments without having to play phone tag. So nice! Also, she uses an electronic debit service so that I can process my co-pays in those cases where I don't have cash and on the flip side she doesn't have to deposit checks. As a therapist, she is extremely effective and provides constructive feedback pushing me to think through my emotional/psychological barriers. Also, Allison has a unique counseling philosophy where she blends cognitive, behavioral and spiritual. It continues to be the best fit for me and my strong spiritual beliefs. I also love how she maintains her space. She makes it very cozy, warm and inviting. She many times likes to burn aromatherapy oils which calms my mind down and actually helps for me to be more open.

Caryn is really great! She is very kind-hearted and a warm person. She really listens to you and…read moregives wonderful advice and counseling. She does webcam sessions over a confidential program. This means you'll be talking over a Skype-like program, in the comfort of your home. For some people, they'd like to meet in person. For me, it's a huge plus to be able to be at home and have a cup of coffee while I talk. I look forward to my therapy with Caryn every week. Give her a call!

I have had many life altering, difficult, and strength testing situations to deal with over the…read morelast 2 years. I've tried everything from medication, meditation, crying, isolation, social gathering, and talking with friends and family, to individual and conjoint therapy with several individuals and companies. While medication has helped some, everything else I tried was nothing more than a temporary bandaide for my issues/emotions, and how they were controlling my present and shaping my further. It wasn't until I became a client of Caryn's that I actually started to feel like I would, could, and actually did take back control of my life, making it not only doable but positive as well. Caryn is a huge part of my success. Not only is she professional, knowledgable, and open minded, but she really listens and creates an atmosphere which has allowed me as a client to feel safe, comfortable and understood. She has assisted me in finding better ways to deal with and handle the toughest of my issues. She has made me feel like it's okay to address and work on both the good and not so good parts of my personality and life. I truly look forward to seeing her each week, and I'm SO happy that I was referred to her by my insurance company. However, I do wish they had referred me to her sooner. But they do say, "everything happens when it's suppose to happen." I highly recommend Caryn to anyone who not only feels a need to be understood, but who also wants to better understand themselves and move forward with a positive and healthy state of being. I know that the changes I've made and my outlook on things (because of Caryn's help) are visible not only to myself but those who I interact with regularly. For a long time I struggled just to smile. Now almost daily I'm told by someone that they are happy to see my smile once again.

To say Donald Saposenek wasn't worth his rates...$300 an hour!.......is huge understatement. He…read moreadvertises himself as a mediator but he's nothing of the sort. At onset of appt. (and he makes you pay before it starts because I'm sure others have wanted to leave) he states that not only does he NOT render any decisions, he doesn't even offer opinions. Um, isn't a mediator suppose to MEDIATE?? Once appt. began he was completely useless. He spoke of "ground rules" and then completely ignored actions that clearly broke his own ground rules. Donald preaches how educated he is as a child psychologist. ha! Anytime a question was asked about implications for my son, his response was standard "Well. sometimes a child reacts like this extreme and sometimes like this other extreme" hello? that's an educated opinion? It was less revealing than if I pretended to be child psychologist. Anyhow, I already wasted my money on total joke "mediator and child psychologist" but am hoping to spare other people doing the same

While I was trying to contact many therapies, Donna returned my call right away and made sure to…read moremake an appointment with me in a time of crisis and grief. She is a professional, a wonderful therapist and her work really pays off. I strongly recommend her for those who seek healing in all aspects of life.

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