Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Counseling in San Ramon
For over 25 years, Treehouse Family Counseling Services has provided specialized therapeutic support to families, adults, and youth in the San Ramon community. Our practice integrates play therapy, expressive arts, and evidence-based methodologies to address emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. Our clinicians, including Registered Play Therapist Supervisors and licensed therapists with decades of combined experience, prioritize creating safe, confidential spaces for healing. We specialize in family systems theory, trauma-informed care, and developmental psychology, offering tailored treatment plans for children, adolescents, and adults.Our commitment to professional excellence is reflected in our training programs for play therapists and our focus on cultural sensitivity, empathy, and client-centered care. We maintain strict adherence to legal and ethical standards while fostering resilience, emotional regulation, and strengthened relationships through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Services
Family Counseling
Adult Therapy
Youth Counseling
Play Therapy
Anger Management
Trauma Recovery
Parent-Child Therapy
Expressive Arts Therapy
Counselor Training
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized experience in play therapy and family systems.
- Our clinicians hold advanced credentials in trauma-informed and developmental therapy.
- We provide evidence-based, culturally sensitive care for all ages.
- Free 15-minute introductory consultation available for new clients.
- Confidential sessions focused on personalized emotional and relational healing.
Associations and certifications
- Registered Play Therapist Supervisor
Services
Family Counseling
Our family counseling services address communication breakdowns, relationship conflicts, and systemic challenges through evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Using family systems theory, we help members develop healthier interaction patterns and resolve generational issues. Sessions focus on improving emotional connections while respecting individual needs and boundaries.
Play Therapy
Specialized play therapy utilizes sand trays, puppets, and creative tools to help children express emotions nonverbally. This evidence-based approach addresses trauma, anxiety, and behavioral issues through developmentally appropriate interventions tailored to each child's unique needs.
Adult Therapy
Adult therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, anger management, and life transitions using cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness techniques. Our trauma-informed care helps clients develop coping strategies while maintaining a safe, confidential therapeutic environment for personal growth.
Expressive Arts Therapy
Expressive arts therapy combines visual arts, music, and movement with traditional psychotherapy to facilitate emotional expression. This approach helps clients process complex feelings through creative mediums while developing self-awareness and stress management skills in a supportive setting.
Counselor Training
Our counselor training programs offer specialized instruction in play therapy techniques and RPT credentialing preparation. Supervision and continuing education focus on practical skill development, ethical practice, and evidence-based methodologies for mental health professionals.
People
Mary Ruth Cross
CEO & Owner
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 30+ years experience. Nationally recognized play therapy expert and educator. Developed training programs for aspiring play therapists.
Michelle Culver
Clinical Staff
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years in trauma therapy. Specializes in developmental psychology and attachment issues across all age groups.
Jotika Jagasia
Associate Therapist
Holistic therapist with decade of experience in anxiety management and women's mental health. Integrates mind-body-spirit approaches for stress and parenting concerns.
Morgan Donatello
Associate Therapist
Child and family therapist using play therapy for emotional regulation. Focuses on culturally sensitive care for behavioral challenges and trauma recovery in youth.
Faith Ho
Associate Therapist
Expressive arts therapist with expertise in creative healing methods. Bilingual (English/Mandarin) specialist in child therapy using art, music, and storytelling techniques.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We specialize in play therapy, expressive arts therapy, and evidence-based approaches for families, adults, and children.
Do you work with children and teens?
Yes, we provide age-appropriate therapy using play, sand tray, and puppet techniques for children and adolescents.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
All clinicians are licensed or associate therapists with specialized credentials in play therapy and trauma care.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with flexible scheduling options available for families.
Do you offer family counseling services?
Yes, we focus on family systems therapy to improve communication and resolve relational conflicts.
Is there a free consultation available?
We provide a free 15-minute introductory call to discuss your therapy needs and goals.
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