"Happy Marriages Are Possible" - Wendy Allen
Dr. Lucie Hemmen, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience, is dedicated to helping individuals, teens, and couples navigate life's challenges. With a private practice located in Santa Cruz, California, Dr. Lucie specializes in parenting, anxiety, teenagers, and young adults. Her extensive expertise is evident in her three books: Parenting a Teen Girl, The Teen Girl Survival Guide, and The Teen Girl Anxiety Survival Guide.
Our Approach
At Dr. Lucie's private practice, her approach emphasizes creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. She believes that people are born with a healthy core and that therapy can help release layers of emotional pain and dysfunction. Dr. Lucie incorporates various theories and modalities, such as Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Narrative Therapy. Her goal is to help individuals develop skills to tolerate, accept, and transform their experiences, leading to a more radiant and fulfilling life.
Our Services
Private Practice: Dr. Lucie's private practice in Santa Cruz, California, offers therapy services for adults, teens, and couples. Her expertise covers a range of issues, including relationship challenges, stress management, depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss.
Courses and Workshops
In response to the growing demand for guidance on supporting anxious teens, Dr. Lucie has created a course, "Parenting an Anxious Teen, " which integrates her experience and current knowledge on treating anxiety. This course is designed to provide parents with tangible tips and strategies to help their teenagers.
What Our Clients Say
Dr. Lucie's clients praise her compassion, kindness, and therapeutic genius, crediting her with saving their lives and providing invaluable guidance. Her testimonials highlight the positive impact she has had on their lives, from overcoming depression and anxiety to finding greater fulfillment and happiness.
Our Office
Located in the heart of Santa Cruz, California, Dr. Lucie's office is situated in the historic Branciforte Plaza, known for its stunning architecture and picturesque gardens.
Therapeutic Experience
The majority of reviewers have had a positive experience with Lucie, praising her ability to create a safe and non-judgmental space for them to heal and grow. They appreciate her willingness to help them navigate difficult situations and provide creative solutions based on psychology, neuroscience, and other evidence-based approaches.
Praise for Lucie's Skills and Qualities
Reviewers consistently praise Lucie's knowledge, experience, intelligence, patience, honesty, and insight, which have helped them develop emotional intelligence and better understand themselves. They also appreciate her approachability, kindness, and sense of humor.
Impact on Mental Health
Many reviewers credit Lucie with helping them overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health issues. They report feeling more confident, self-aware, and equipped to manage their emotions and relationships.
Availability and Support
Reviewers appreciate Lucie's flexibility and availability, often noting that she made time for them during times of need. They feel supported and cared for, even when dealing with challenging situations.
Criticism and Negative Experiences
Two reviewers had negative experiences, one expressing outrage over Lucie's actions and encouraging others to file a complaint. Another reviewer was disappointed by Lucie's lack of response to their initial inquiry and felt that her practice should be more transparent about availability.
