How do you even begin to leave a review for someone who has helped to change your life?…read more I have been procrastinating leaving this review, because I don't know how do to justice to her impeccable skill and generous demeanor, other than to say that Maria is simply a terrific therapist. Of course, everyone has a style that suits their needs best, but Maria is amazingly adaptable and solution-oriented. She is a no BS kind of person, but with a gentle delivery. I wish I could sponsor everyone in the world to have access to this quality of therapy, because it is truly one of the best investments I have ever made in my life. In working with Maria, I feel like have finally developed the skills to be in the drivers seat of my life, rather than being stuck reacting to old dynamics/patterns/trauma, and struggling to cope with various mental health challenges, etc. With Maria, therapy is a practical and enjoyable pursuit, and I often find myself laughing with her during the hardest or moments, or when I had been on the verge of tears 2 seconds prior. She keeps me from taking myself (and life) too seriously, while also helping me to heal some of the deepest and hardest things I have pushed under the metaphorical rug. It feels like you are speaking to an old friend, and I never feel judged at all for anything that I say. She often makes time for me when I need an extra session, and I really appreciate the feeling of someone having my back in this project of getting a handle on my mental health, rather than that I am going at it alone faced with random or impersonal doctors who just want to prescribe me something. Maria worked with me earlier this year at a time when I was really contemplating seeing a psychiatrist for a prescription, but wanted to try consistent therapy first. She was supportive of whatever my decision was, and I am happy (!) to report that I feel like a completely different (more "stable" haha) person a year later, just from our weekly sessions. While I have done many therapy sessions over the years, before this year I have never done therapy consistently for long enough for it to make a lasting change in my habits and thoughts, and the difference I feel is amazing. Whereas this time last year I was really struggling to cope with my depression and panic attacks on a daily basis, I have both raised my baseline and my ability to cope with the ups and downs of depression and anxiety to a point where I no longer experience panic attacks frequently at all, and have healed lots of old pain that was weighing me down (and am no longer considering medication at all!). The virtual sessions with Maria are really easy and convenient (and I love the occasional virtual visit from her two adorable dogs during the session). Also, I have recommended Maria to many friends and family, and she has helped them a great deal as well. My mom, my sister and my cousin have all benefited so much from their time with Maria, and as a consequence Maria is very well versed in our family dynamic, which is super helpful in allowing her to offer a more wholistic family-therapy style approach. It is also worth noting that Maria is very focused on establishing your goals and meeting them, and not just stringing you along for sessions forever (though I was never in any rush to taper-down our sessions!). At her urging, we regularly adjusted our weekly sessions into bi-monthly sessions and then monthly sessions, and finally, switched to an as-needed basis as I progressed in my treatment. I feel lucky to have Maria on my team, so to speak, as I navigate the craziness of life and mental health! :Thank you for all your help and wisdom :)

Our family has been seeing Maria as a family and couples therapist for almost a year during a…read moreseries of stressful, difficult family transitions. She is a rock star therapist and a straightforward problem solver. Maria has a unique ability to get right into the issues (emotional, financial, etc.) and offer solutions that make practical sense. She makes it all seem easy. She's intuitive, warm, honest, creative and. . . often times, funny. We are blessed to have found her.

This message is long overdue!…read more From the bottom of my heart, Thank YOU Kaye. Sessions with you opened my heart and mind and healed my whole being. Hypnotherapy sessions helped heal current past and current problems at the time. I still use your sessions when I am having a difficult moment, but overall my life has changed for the better with your help.

From the minute you walk into Kaye's office you are filled with a warm, secure feeling…read more Experiencing a hypnotherapy session with Kaye is like taking of journey of self-awareness and doors open which cause you to see solutions to issues that are bothering you. Kaye is very compassionate and spends time getting to know you and what you need before she starts the hypnosis. She has the ability to capture the best affirmations to begin your healing process and tailors the session to meet your needs. I can't say enough about Kaye and how much she has helped me with anxiety issues. I feel so fortunate that I have met her and consider her a real friend. She puts everything in perspective.

I absolutely recommend Dr Kayzim Suarez-Reyes, PhD is absolutely amazing. Very passionate about her…read morework and has so much patience. Her job as a psychologist is definitely her passion and its shows. I absolutely recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone with patience and understanding as well as so much knowledge with giving advice in ADHD. Very pleasant and professional and made me feel very comfortable, and I'm not a person that talks as easy to just anyone, but she made me feel important. I highly recommend Dr Kayzim Suarez-Reyes, PhD. My experience with her was amazing. Thank you doctor.

Marguerite has been a therapist for a very long time. I have known her for years now and she is…read morevery intelligent, intuitive, caring, and passionate about helping everyone around her. She has tremendous experience in a very diverse array of specialties. I highly recommend her.

Looking for a wonderful therapist ? One who is caring, compassionate, patient ? One you can cry…read morewith, and LAUGH with, and always knows what to say....Margurite Dean ! I have seen many therapists over the years, but no one like her. She is professional, yet sometimes I have to remind myself that we are not two friends chatting over coffee. Love for her patients is #1, when you leave her office, you're left with a feeling that you really mattered. All I can say is thank you MARGURITE DEAN ! You don't just share advice, you share love

I want to add my voice to the chorus of current and former clients expressing their appreciation…read moreand affection for Olivia Stadler. Six years ago, I sought her help specifically for psychedelic integration after a surprisingly potent trip left me cautiously concerned about the lingering effects that the experience had on my mind and body. What I had anticipated would be a few sessions has turned into more than five years, as Olivia guided me through a tumultuous but ultimately transformative awakening. My approach to living, attitude toward others, and overall life energy has changed radically for the better. Olivia is an empathetic, compassionate and focused listener who has a powerful calling for this work. She has helped me to make sense of my life thus far, find and nurture my authentic self, and harness the exhilarating life energy we all have within ourselves. Until I worked with her, I had believed and acted as if outside forces and other people's actions were what directed the course of my life. Now I know in my body and mind that, by examining myself deeply, it is within my own power to manifest the life I want. This statement that is often attributed to Carl Jung resonates with respect to my therapeutic relationship with Olivia: "A true therapist isn't the one who gives advice, but the one who can carry the weight of another's unconscious without trying to fix it." Because Olivia has the skills and strength to carry my unconscious, I have been able to "fix" myself. Olivia Stadler has a great gift, and I recommend her to anyone with the courage to acknowledge and confront difficult truths on their way to wholeness.

Olivia is such a fantastic therapist. She was my second one and has always been so understanding in…read moreso many ways. She really helped me understand myself and gave me so many tools that I still use today to manage stress and anxiety. Really helped me with the passing of my mom, too. So sad I wasn't able to continue with her, but perhaps another time I will! (Her dog is super cute, too! I miss her the most, don't tell Olivia lol) By the way, location in Pacific Grove is fantastic.

Dr Montoya really cares about the patient. She such a good listener.. I always look forward to…read moreseeing her. She very positive and work with you to get to the bottom of the problem. Highly recommended

Dr. Monica Montoya is very well versed in her knowledge of how to approach a multitude of issues…read morethat would normally come up in the body and also the abnormal conditions that would take a deeper dive. She is personable but also very intellectual and I would definitely recommend her practice.

I know Ann and I trust her so much that I sent my dear friends to her for counseling. She is a…read moregreat listener and is helping them to work out key issues that are allowing them to move forward with more effective communication skills. Ann is an amazing counselor. If I decide on counseling for me, she is my #1 choice!

Many people have such wonderful experiences at this location. Unfortunately, last fall, I did not…read more I found much of the staff, specifically the owners, to appear distant, disinterested, and lacked awareness. While many of us are emotional when we enter the space, I found it rather sad that I had no introduction the first day. I had no idea who anyone was. There was not even eye contact from the front desk when I came in lost on the first day. Perhaps two of the team members properly greeted me which was lovely. But I quickly learned that the welcomes and departures are seldom celebrated in this program. Some of the staff were not equip to deal with confrontation. If you are working with a vulnerable, emotional, and recovering populations, I expect better accountability, deescalation, guidance, and resolution. Shying away from uncomfortable, but important topics like racism and a*sault need to be addressed appropriately and thoughtfully. I'm not expecting perfection! I think I wanted a warmer, kinder environment where the team was attentive and caring. I hated feeling like another statistic running through their program. It was a wonderful group of participants at the time, but the faculty single-handedly made clear that Harmony Place would be the opposite place for healing. One last note is that the entire Harmony Place Monterey lacks diversity in staff. I think this was a large con as well. Hoping there are improvements and wonderful experiences for future groups!

Dr. Schwartz and the other therapists at HPM, Harmony Place Monterey, have helped me tremendously…read more I underwent 6 weeks of their PHP, Partial Hospitalization Program, 6.5 hours per day, 5 days a week, in September and October of 2021, followed by 4 weeks of IOP, Intensive Outpatient Therapy, 4 hours/5 days per week in November. I learned the core elements of CBT and DBT, also how to understand, process my childhood trauma and to manage my depression and anxiety. The Core Group Therapy sessions and Men's Group sessions gave me important development to recognize and cope with emotions. This development and semiweekly and weekly one on one therapy sessions with Dr. Lee Larimer truly achieved dramatic benefits. I continue to attend Dr. Schwartz's biweekly alumni sessions, as well as psychiatric appointments at CHOMP Behavioral Health as needed. Most recently, after 18 months on the waiting list, I have a personal therapist at CHOMP. All of the HPM staff made me feel welcome. They communicated their roles well and executed flawlessly. My professionals, therapists and their aides were excellent, deserving of recognition for excellance all, but particularly Mana Godbole, Lee Larimer, Megan Williams and Mark Schwartz. Harmony Place Monterey made me feel safe, a huge accomplishment. They gave me an excellent opportunity to learn, grow and heal. It's been 6 months since that 10 weeks of intensive therapy and I'm doing very well, incredibly well. I no longer take psychiatric medication and I am making constant strides to create healthy social relationships. My depression and anxiety are well under control and getting better and better. I can understand how my experience may sound magical, but that's how it feels. I've worked very hard for this for many decades. Thank you very much.