Grace Barkema (she/her)

AMFT
Accepting Clients

I provide trauma-informed, collaborative therapy to help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and build fulfilling relationships.

Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Supervised by Dr. Vived Gonzalez, Psy.D, LMFT

About My Clients

Throughout my counseling experience, I have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and addressing a wide range of challenges. I am particularly focused on understanding how trauma shapes emotional well-being and interpersonal dynamics. I view connection as a catalyst for healing and believe that fulfilling relationships are key to personal growth.

My Background and Approach

My therapeutic style emphasizes collaboration and adaptability. I integrate experiential approaches, encouraging clients to explore and process past emotional experiences safely. I also prioritize fostering corrective emotional experiences—moments in therapy where clients can reframe past pain and build a stronger sense of self. These approaches help clients uncover new perspectives and achieve lasting emotional growth.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I am a master’s-level trainee at Alliant International University-California School of Professional Psychology, working toward licensure as a marriage and family therapist. My passion lies in guiding individuals, couples, and families through life’s complexities and fostering meaningful, supportive relationships. My therapy is rooted in trauma-informed care, ensuring that every client feels valued, heard, and empowered in their therapeutic journey.

I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Christianity
  • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 2 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 200/session

Info

Email Grace
31473 Rancho Viejo Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

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