I am very picky with whom I work with since I myself, is trained as a psychotherapist and healer…read more But Alison exceeded all my expectations. I felt safe with her very quickly. She is forthcoming, and has a great presence. She held sessions with kindness and compassion. She is sharp, really listens, remembers things you tell her, and has great insights. I loved adult play therapy. It helped me to get in touch with parts of myself I was feeling resistant to. I was little uncomfortable in the beginning to do play therapy but it was extremely helpful. It helped me to work with a hard part in fun way. I highly recommend her.

We had the privilege of having our kids "play with Alison". Some transitional issues in our small…read morechildren's lives, that I wanted to make sure as a parent, I wasn't missing anything. My six year old son enjoyed every second, felt safe and was able to articulate that he is sad not to be going back. What I appreciate is the fact, she gave me advice and didn't feel the need to keep seeing him. Kinda like you feel with the chiropractor who wants to just see you for the "business". She told him, he is always welcome but for now she didn't see the need. I agree with the previous review. She listens and remembers, is kind and very sharp. I would recommend her for all levels of therapy especially "play therapy" for young children.

She's the best help me the most Shes a smart doctor and…read moretells it like it is. I like her advice

I am reluctant to post this review due to privacy concerns, but I also feel compelled to offer a…read morewarning to any potential patients. Especially if you are in the recovery community, or seeking treatment for symptoms related to historical trauma, proceed with extreme caution if you choose to see this provider. I don't need to go into detail, because frankly, it's already been done for me by the multiple other reviewers who describe feeling judged, shamed, belittled and unsafe. When I left my first and last appointment with Dr. Borchert, I was physically shaking and nauseated, with significant brain fog, and barely able to check off a grocery list. I consulted my sponsor, therapist, support group and others, prayed, and meditated, but 30 plus hours after leaving her office, I am still not completely back to baseline. All of these are symptoms of being retraumatized- by a mental health professional whose purpose and duty is to create a safe space, build a therapeutic relationship, and ultimately assist in recovering from/coping with these exact kinds of issues and experiences. I cannot overstate what a profound betrayal it is to experience this with a licensed and educated professional from whom I sought help, in a setting in which trust and vulnerability is essential for effective treatment. Despite the lengthy replies to previous reviews, in which Dr. Borchert attempts to explain and rationalize this behavior, there is absolutely nothing that would make this conduct acceptable. Not only is it ethically questionable, but perhaps more importantly, it's potentially destabilizing and dangerous for the vulnerable adults who seek her care. It is particularly dangerous for patients with a history of substance use disorder. It was important for me to share this, because it was only after reading the accounts of other reviewers (many parts of which are almost identical to my own) that I finally felt some relief and validation, and was able to stop questioning my own sanity and emotional experience. The common denominator in all of these reviews is Dr. Borchert herself- and that should tell you all you need to know.

My daughter is a student in Santa Cruz area and was looking for a Therapist…read more Dr. Hemmen, even though we are not patients, went out of her way to help us with referrals and even check who may have worked with our insurance. Most Therapists never called back or took several days to get back to us but Dr. Hemmen got back quickly and is extremely professional and showed she cares for her practice and clients.

Dr. Lucie Hemmen has a gift for working with teens. We began consulting with her when our children…read morewere young adolescents, and she provided excellent advice - both to us and to our kids - as we addressed common issues such as school choice, stress, peer issues, and family dynamics. She facilitated better communication for us all and helped smooth the way for a relatively conflict-free teenage period in our household. For a family seeking a wise and approachable therapist to work with during the teen years, Lucie can't be beat. Much more important, however, she can also be counted on in a crisis. When our daughter fell into a sudden, unexpected, and severe depressive episode, we were able to turn to Lucie on an emergency basis and count on her support and advice every step of the way. She made herself available so that we could consult with her - via text, phone, and in person - as we navigated what is every parent's worst nightmare. She helped us keep the channels of communication open with our child, advised us about when and where to seek additional help, and nurtured a close and trusting relationship with our child that continues to this day. I am not given to hyperbole, but I must say that Lucie's support and wisdom were invaluable. I cannot imagine how we would have weathered this crisis without her.

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.

It's hard to know exactly the words to use after seeing Carol for over 10 years. When I first came…read moreto Santa Cruz, I wanted to find the right therapist for me: one who was empathetic and compassionate, with a broad depth of knowledge and a diverse set of tools at their disposal. I met with other providers in the area, but Carol's style and approach immediately felt safe to me. Carol is an incredible therapist and has made a profound impact on my life. During my time with her, I healed from an eating disorder, felt my confidence in myself grow, worked through codependency, anxiety, and relationship challenges, and explored my identity more deeply. Therapy with her has allowed me to live a more fulfilling, free, calm, grounded, and meaningful life. She is a great listener -- compassionate, intelligent, and deeply knowledgeable of CBT and mindfulness-based frameworks that she applies. I am so grateful for her and would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a therapist in the area. In difficult times in life, having a steady, compassionate presence can be healing. Carol has been that presence for me.

Orly has been a very helpful resource for our family. She specializes in treating adolescents, and…read morethe teen she saw for me felt very comfortable and connected with her and was able to be open and honest with her about their feelings and anxieties, which is not always easy for a teenager to do with an adult stranger. Other therapists were not able to establish a good connection with this teen. I felt like Orly was a skilled therapist who was able to actually help. I recommend her, especially if you have a teenager who is in crisis or just struggling and needing support. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is she doesn't take insurance. However, she did make a superbill for us so I could submit the claim to my insurance company.

After having a medical scare in 2025 Kathy really helped me get back to normal. Even after my…read moredoctor told me I was going to be fine it was too late. My mind had dug instelf a deep hole. I was fighting depression, anxiety, and insomnia. As soon as I talked to her on the phone and made my first appointment I felt some relief. My kaiser insurance paid for other psychologist but I was not content with them so I paid out of pocket for Kathy. Thanks Kathy!

It's been a couple of months since my final appointment for my sleep counseling with Kathy. When I…read morefollow the steps I learned, which I do almost nightly, my window of sleep is shorter and the quality is so much better. The process really does work as long as you stick closely with it. Working with Kathy was always enjoyable, too. I enthusiastically recommend her if you're suffering from insomnia....or probably anything! She's a natural healer.

Doctor Jennifer Davis is a great person she helps other people helps them with the brains she does…read morea great job being a doctor I go to her she is very smart and loving and caring and would do anything for her patient's hoping she still keeps doing what she is doing now

As a previous child patient of hers (it's been ten or more years ) I stumbled upon her page and had…read moreto leave a positive review after seeing a negative one . First of all , her office is very private (same address as before it looks like ) and never are u in there with more than one other patient . Therefore , unless this guy hung out outside her door I highly doubt he had interaction with many other patients . Also , im not sure if he is a parent who just didn't agree with her opinion , but as a confused and rebellious kid - I feel like it's important for me to say that when I think back to then tens of therapists my estranged father sent me too (because he was desperately searching for someone who would file "being an angsty teen child of divorce" under "must be committed"), she was the first one who helped me make sense of my emotions . She never once made me feel like a bad kid , and after years of dreading pointless therapy , I acryslly looked forward to seeing her and felt that , for the first time , it wasn't just a waste of money talking to a friend . That was always what I would say - "you're throwing money away I have friends I can talk to...it's not like I bottle up my emotions ". But she was smarter than any specialist I had seen before and let me tell you - I walked in there feeling helpless and not knowing how to express myself - and left feeling that she was the true translator between parent and child - that if for whatever reason my plan and compromise with my parents didn't work that she would be there to make sure I felt understood and validated . This woman and her skillhas stuck with me through the years - I Can't tell you the amount of times I've recommended her to people . She was pregnant at the time ldk if that could've changed her outlook on anything but imo it could only make her understand both sides better . So take it from a true patient - this woman left an impression so big - and on a child no less - that I wholeheartedly dismiss the previous review (SEE your way out please !) and demand that if your child is having issues , u at least give her a chance .