Hi there, I'm Cynthia!

I am a trauma therapist who helps people cope with childhood wounds that continue to impact their adult lives.

My focus

I typically work with individuals who are adults who are ready to take a look at how the past influences current challenges in life. Trauma shows up in different ways for different people. It could look like feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship issues, or just not having a solid sense of who I am.

My approach

I work on a few different aspects, including the connection between our minds and bodies, our thoughts, different parts of ourselves, and EMDR, so you can walk towards healing.

My communication style

I like to work in a gentle place. I find that if we push harder than our systems can tolerate, that does not work well. We go at your pace. I also do not give advice or make decisions for anyone. I think we at times look for answers from others, but my goal is to help you find the answer that works best for you for this moment.

My journey to mental healthcare

I think that so many people have been impacted by what life has dropped on their doorstep. We need a place to heal from those old wounds so that the next day, month, or year, we feel lighter, with more joy and peace.

My goals for you

Goal setting is a collaborative approach. I know that no one knows more about your life than you. Because of this, we take a look at what changes you would like to see in your life and work towards that.

Our first session

During the first session, it is an information-gathering session. This is usually much different than any other session. In this session, we discuss different parts of your life and try to get the big picture of what brought you to therapy. We discuss the challenges that are affecting you and create a plan for the work that we do together.

I identify as...

Female
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Brainspotting

EMDR

Attachment-based

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Deaf

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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, ASL

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Psychology, Concentration in Counseling from California State University, Stanislaus.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

840 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95348

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Cynthia Thomas