Hi there, I'm Tierney!

My approach to therapy is solution-focused and relationship-based. I believe that we need to build trust and a meaningful connection to best work together to reach your therapeutic goals. Every individual person has a unique story and needs, and I want to hear yours.

My focus

I work with clients who are processing trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and other life stressors. I have extensive experience working with teens and young adults navigating difficult life transitions, relationships, and trauma.

My approach

I am open-minded, calm, and flexible in my approach. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy techniques. The sessions are YOUR TIME, and I want to focus on your goals for treatment. I help clients gain clarity and strength to live the lives they want.

My communication style

Clients can expect a non-judgmental space to openly process their emotions and thoughts. I am warm, casual, and relaxed in my approach. After meeting with me, I want my clients to feel like they were with a helpful friend who could really understand them and help them untangle complicated thoughts and emotions.

My journey to mental healthcare

I love to help individuals create the life they want. I see people get caught up with the 'shoulds' of life and how much suffering that causes. I normalize difficulties of life and provide support through them to help my clients come through to the other side with tools and self-empowerment.

My goals for you

In the first session, I always ask my client what their goal is for therapy. My approach is client-centered. I will provide education on what to realistically expect from therapy.

Our first session

I will acknowledge the awkwardness of the first meeting. It takes some time to develop comfort and trust so I honor that process. I will ask clients about hopes for therapy and what they would like to focus on. I will discuss my therapeutic process and what they can expect from sessions with me.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Agnostic

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Psychoanalytic

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Queer

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Sex Worker

Sex-Positive/Kink

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Francisco State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

501 Mission St Suite 106, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Tierney Long