Claire Paluzzi (She/they)

139821
Accepting Clients

My name is Claire, I am a queer AMFT providing telehealth therapy to adults, couples, and families living in California.

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in ,
Supervised by Lital Diament

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family

About My Clients

My areas of focus include (but are not exclusive to) addiction, co-dependency, LGBTQ+ issues, and gender identity exploration. I have a specialization in depth psychology, so I tend to work well with clients who are spiritually oriented and have interest in creative exploration.

My Background and Approach

My approach is rooted in a psychodynamic lens, pulling from mindfulness practices, creative arts therapies, and shadow work. In therapy, we will explore ways that early experiences and the unconscious influence current patterns. I approach therapy with curiosity and empathy, but I also believe in the power of challenge. My goal is to foster a safe and inclusive environment for clients to work through difficulties and move toward self-acceptance and healing.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am drawn to this work because of my own recovery and my journey of self-acceptance as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. I am pulled to support others navigating the nuanced challenges that commonly come with being LGBTQ+. I also have a desire to help folks struggling with substance and process addictions, as well as those dealing with the challenges that can come from loving someone who struggles with addiction.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Depth Therapy Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Psychodynamic Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment Theory
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Depth Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Addiction Codependency LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
Other Issues
  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Gambling Addiction
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Spirituality
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Cigna
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Buddhism
  • Judaism

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $120 - 175/session

Info

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