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Your Trusted Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Cruz
With over 30 years of dedicated practice, I have established myself as a trusted Marriage and Family Therapist in the Santa Cruz area. My approach integrates practical psychotherapy with spiritual insights, addressing relationship challenges, childhood trauma, and life purpose exploration. Holding a Doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology and a license since 1985, I bring deep expertise in resolving emotional conflicts and fostering personal growth. My work at Stanford Research Institute and co-founding the Temenos Fellowship underscores my commitment to holistic healing.Clients benefit from tailored sessions, whether individual or couples therapy, with a sliding fee scale ensuring accessibility. Specialized training in gender reconciliation and process-oriented psychology enhances my ability to address complex psychological and spiritual intersections. I prioritize creating a safe space for clients to align their lives with core values, emphasizing communication skills and self-care. My publications and teachings reflect a lifelong dedication to advancing therapeutic practices that bridge psychology and spirituality.
Services
Relationship Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Spiritual Integration
Gender Healing
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in psychotherapy and spiritual integration.
- Our sliding fee scale accommodates diverse financial situations.
- Specialized training in gender reconciliation and process-oriented psychology.
- Personalized approach to relationship and trauma-focused therapy.
- Proven expertise in aligning therapy with clients' spiritual values.
Services
Relationship Counseling
Specialized support for improving communication, resolving conflicts, and enhancing emotional intimacy in relationships. Addresses patterns of misunderstanding and fosters healthier connections through evidence-based techniques. Ideal for couples seeking to strengthen their partnership or navigate challenging transitions.
Trauma Recovery
Focused treatment for individuals processing childhood trauma or adverse life experiences. Utilizes integrative methods to address emotional distress, build resilience, and restore psychological well-being. Combines clinical expertise with compassionate care to support long-term healing and personal growth.
Spiritual Integration
Guidance for aligning personal values with spiritual beliefs and daily life. Helps clients explore life purpose, navigate spiritual crises, and integrate mindfulness practices. Designed for those seeking deeper meaning or reconciling conflicts between spirituality and practical living.
Gender Healing
Specialized program addressing gender role conditioning and its impact on personal identity. Supports individuals in moving beyond societal expectations to authentic self-expression. Incorporates certified training in gender reconciliation to resolve relationship conflicts and foster mutual understanding.
Stress Management
Comprehensive strategies for managing stress-related challenges and chronic illness. Combines psychological techniques with holistic approaches to improve coping mechanisms. Targets work-life balance, anxiety reduction, and developing sustainable self-care practices for improved overall wellness.
People
Alan Strachan
Marriage and Family Therapist
Dr. Strachan is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience. He holds a Doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology and specializes in integrating spiritual insights with clinical practice. His background includes teaching, organizational consulting, and co-founding the Temenos Fellowship for spiritual path support.
Questions
What types of therapy sessions do you offer?
I offer individual therapy sessions (50 minutes) and couples therapy sessions (typically 75 minutes) tailored to your specific needs.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement but am not affiliated with any PPO or managed care panels.
What is your fee structure?
Fees range from $190–$300 on a sliding scale based on financial resources discussed during initial consultation.
What areas do you serve?
I serve clients in Santa Cruz, Aptos, and surrounding areas from my home office in Aptos, CA.
