The best Investment you will make, is in you.
Compassionate therapy services for couples, individuals, and teens
About
My name is Marilyn
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) who offers a warm, welcoming space where clients can slow down, feel at ease, and show up as themselves. I aim to creates a supportive, judgment-free environment and tailor my approach to each individual, couple or family, believing that meaningful change grows through a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship.
I earned my Master’s in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. I work with couples, individuals, teens, and families to navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and find greater clarity and balance. I use an integrative, evidence-based approach that includes Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), expressive arts, and trauma-informed care.
With warmth and compassion at the core of my work, I help clients feel seen, supported, and empowered to reconnect with themselves and create lasting change.
Services
Tailored Approaches
I provide a range of services to support your emotional and mental well-being. Each approach is tailored to meet your unique needs, ensuring a safe and flexible healing journey.
Individual
Personalized care.
Individual therapy sessions focus on your personal growth and emotional well-being. You can explore feelings, thoughts, and experiences in a safe environment tailored to your unique journey.
Couples
Strengthening bonds.
Couples therapy sessions aim to improve communication and deepen emotional connections. I work together with you to resolve conflicts and foster mutual understanding, paving the way for stronger, healthier relationships.
Teens
Helping Teens Thrive
Teen therapy supports adolescents in navigating a wide range of challenges, from building self-esteem to addressing complex family dynamics. My approach emphasizes open communication and collaboration, creating a space where teens feel heard, understood, and supported. By working together, I help teens develop confidence, strengthen relationships, and feel empowered to successfully work through life’s challenges.
Contact me
Address
Lumenate Integrative Therapy
303 Potrero Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Contact
Marilyn Chay Hymes, MA, AMFT
Pronouns: she/her
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #156444
Supervised by Kelly Sumner, LMFT
phone- 831-216-6071