Mara Alverson, MFT

If you're considering couples counseling, you've taken the first step toward reclaiming your relationship and experiencing a deeper level of love and devotion than you ever thought possible. At Santa Cruz Marriage, Couples, and Individual Counseling, we believe that it's never too late to work on your relationship, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Do We Need Counseling?

It's not uncommon for couples to experience distress in their relationship. Anxiety, depression, poor health, impaired parenting, affairs, and even divorce can result from unresolved conflicts and unmet needs. However, it's important to remember that you don't have to settle for a relationship that doesn't meet your needs. With the help of a licensed therapist, you can learn to communicate more effectively, establish deep emotional and physical intimacy, and eliminate painful repeating arguments. At Santa Cruz Marriage, Couples, and Individual Counseling, we're here to help you reclaim your relationship and experience the love and devotion you deserve.

How Does It Work?

At Santa Cruz Marriage, Couples, and Individual Counseling, we use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), a detailed and in-depth training in becoming emotionally available to yourself and your partner. Developed by Dr. Sue Johnson, EFT combines the latest research about human bonding with leading-edge discoveries about the neurobiological roots of behavior. Research studies find that 70-75% of couples who have completed EFT move from distress to recovery, and approximately 90% show significant improvements.

EFT requires dedication and courage, but the opportunity to feel a deeper level of intimacy with your partner is well worth the effort. Through EFT, you'll learn to share deeply and honestly with each other in an environment of safety, healing old patterns of distress and distancing that we bring with us from our childhoods and past relationships.

About Mara

Mara Alverson, MFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 40 years of experience working with couples. She uses Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy to produce immediate and powerful change, watching her couples deepen their relationship from week to week, strengthening their bonds of love and security.

Mara provides unconditional support, honesty, and confidentiality for her clients. She encourages feedback every step of the way, ensuring that your concerns and needs are being met. With a master's degree in Transpersonal Psychology and a master's degree in Piano Performance, Mara brings a unique perspective and depth of understanding to her work. She has been in private practice in Santa Cruz since 1982 and is excited to share this work with you.

Reclaim Your Relationship

At Santa Cruz Marriage, Couples, and Individual Counseling, we understand that relationships can be challenging, but we also know that they hold the key to the deep love, acceptance, and safety that every human being wants and needs. We're committed to helping you reclaim your relationship and experience the love and devotion you deserve. If you're ready to take the first step, contact us to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation today.