Kara Sunwell (she/her)

AMFT
Accepting Clients

I am relaxed and friendly, letting curiosity lead the way to healing. I provide a judgement free zone where all of you is warmly welcome

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in California
Supervised by Ellen Ottman #124702

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

I work with people who feel disconnected from themselves, others and the world around them. People who have lost their purpose. This can look many different ways, anxiety, depression, romantic struggles. I welcome people who feel different from the 'norm' in any way. I will help you deepen your connection to your Self. Empowering you to lead the life you have always wanted to live. We will discover ways to do this in ways that are unique to you, so you can carry on this work for a lifetime.

My Background and Approach

My background of working in the art world helps me approach therapy in a unique and creative way. I also bring in my life long love of the natural world as a tool that can show up in many different ways. The benefits I have felt in my own life from using mindfulness also compelled me to find ways to incorporate it into my practice. All these passions are more help shape how I show up and work in a way that is adaptive and open minded to whatever will serve you and your needs best. I believe you are your own best healer, I am just here to help guide you.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I care deeply about the environment and in a way all my work comes back to creating a deeper relationship with the natural world. I believe we all have equal rights to live and thrive on a healthy planet. I believe that everyone deserves to and has the capacity for healing. I also believe that curiosity, creativity and play can be some of our biggest allies in healing.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Art Therapy EcoTherapy Hakomi
Other Techniques
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment Theory
  • Depth Therapy
  • EcoTherapy
  • Existential Therapy
  • Hakomi
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Codependency Depression
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Problems
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $100 - 200/session

Reach out to Kara