Meet Claire Kraft
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT (License #142342)
Supervised by Gali Barak (Registered Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, License #87279)
Welcome! Congratulations on beginning the search for a therapist, I'm happy to have you here!
If you’ve lived a life full of fear, judgement, and desperate actions taken to relieve your pain, I promise you are not alone and you are not broken. In this space I will help you hold everything you bring and, given time, we will find the understanding that lies in the pain. Fear and pain can feel as though they take over our lives, but with dedicated work and a willingness to try hard things, together we can tackle them and build a life that works for you, not against you.
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My practice is a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. I am dedicated to understanding your perspective in all matters and work to center your narrative throughout our work. No matter your background, culture, or creed I am here to learn more about you and what has made you you.
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A little about my approach- it is entirely centered on what will work best for your unique needs. Some people need more somatic (body based) approaches and some prefer more cognitively based interventions. In our sessions I work with you to discover where in this spectrum you lie and what combinations work for you. Together we will build an effective and supportive 'toolkit' that you can draw on while working to understand your inner world.
Finding a therapist can be daunting but regardless of where you come from or where you plan to go I would be honored to partner with you and help you learn how to weather the storms of life by building a safe refuge within yourself.
What Are My Expertise?
Anxiety
Together we can work alleviate anxiety and practice coping strategies to manage its impact on your daily life.
Gender and Sexuality
I offer a compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental space to explore your gender and sexuality. Whatever your identity may be, I am here to help you navigate any challenges you may face and support you on your journey towards self-discovery and acceptance.
Life Transitions
Transitions can take a significant toll on our mental well being. But they don't always need to be bad. Enjoy a space where you can work your way through all the ways your life changes.
Children & Adolescents
With over ten years of experience working with children and adolescents and a specialization in Child Studies during my Master's program I am uniquely equipped to understand and work with your child/teen's individual needs. I effectively and collaboratively work with both emotional and behavioral struggles.
Parenting
Navigate complex relationship dynamics and develop healthier communication patterns and interpersonal connections. This work can take place in individual, family, or couples therapy.
Trauma Recovery
If trauma has impacted your life, this is a nurturing space to process trauma, rebuild a sense of safety, and move towards post-traumatic growth.
Start Your Journey to Wellness
While I primarily work through telehealth, I am available for in person sessions at request.
