Natural Bridges Therapy

Santa Cruz, CA  ·  Online throughout California

Therapy that meets you
where you are.

Integrative, down-to-earth therapy for individuals and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and the work of becoming more fully yourself.

About the Practice

A different kind of therapy practice

Natural Bridges Therapy is a small, integrative practice in Santa Cruz. We work with the whole person — drawing from Gestalt therapy, somatic awareness, nature connection, and emerging modalities like EMDR and psychedelic-assisted therapy.

Sessions are available in-person in Santa Cruz or online throughout California. We offer services in both English and Spanish.

Meet the team

Areas of Focus

Anxiety & Depression Trauma & PTSD Life Transitions Relationship Issues Grief & Loss Personal Growth Career Challenges Bi-cultural Identity Self-Actualization

What We Offer

Therapeutic Modalities

Psychotherapy

Individual and couples therapy grounded in Gestalt principles — present-focused, relational, and oriented toward genuine growth and self-discovery.

Ecotherapy

Therapy sessions held outdoors in the parks and natural spaces of Santa Cruz — harnessing the healing power of nature alongside therapeutic process.

EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing — an evidence-based, non-talk therapy approach for healing trauma and PTSD at a deeper neurological level.

Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and preparation/integration support for psychedelic experiences — expanding the possibilities for healing and transformation.

Rates & Insurance

Transparent pricing

We believe access to quality mental health care matters. A sliding scale is available, and Sebastian accepts Aetna insurance through Headway.

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Individual Session

50 min

$160 – $200

Extended Session

80 min

$200 – $280

Sliding Scale

based on need

$100 – $200

EMDR and outdoor sessions are typically 80 minutes. Couples and family sessions are 80 minutes. A 24-hour cancellation notice is required.

Ready to take the first step?

Schedule a free 20-minute consultation call. We'll talk about what's bringing you in, answer your questions, and see if we're a good fit.

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