S. Eve Aceves, LMFT

I work with adult individuals (ages 17 and up) and couples. I do not work with children or younger teens. I can provide recommendations if needed.

I specialize in helping adult individuals and couples with: Couples & family conflict Grief, loss and chronic illness Menopause, aging, and other life transitions Developmental trauma Depression Anxiety Communicating boundaries & self-assertion Adult Children of Alcoholics Creative blocks

Teacher and writer Kate Johnson defines mindfulness as “the capacity to direct our attention in an intentional way.” There are a lot of good things that come from practicing this ability. In mindfulness-centered therapy, we explore some of these benefits: learning how to compassionately bear witness to our mental, emotional, and physical conditions; feeling less overwhelmed and preoccupied by these experiences; and reclaiming our attention so we can become more present to ourselves, others, and the things that really matter to us. You do not need to be Buddhist, or interested in Buddhism to participate and benefit from mindfulness-centered therapy. The capacity to direct our attention, in ways that benefit us and others, is innate and shared by all people.

Somatic comes from the Greek word “soma,” which means “body.” There’s a lot we can understand when we slow down and pay attention to the body. Somatic practices can refer to many ways to include awareness of the body, including movements, gestures, posture, facial expression, breath, and the way emotions and patterns of tension and release are felt in the body. I always give clients a choice as to whether we include awareness of the body, and I tailor my approach accordingly.

Yes, I offer a free, 20-minute consultation. For couples, I meet with each partner individually for 20 minutes.

Although most therapists meet for only 50 minutes, my sessions are 60 minutes long. For couples, I recommend scheduling 75 minutes for the first session.

I recommend meeting weekly. However, we can adjust the frequency depending on your needs.

My sliding scale is $160 to $180 per 60-minute hour.

I accept checks, and electronic payments through Paypal and Square.

I am not an in-network provider for any insurance plans at this time. However, I can provide you with a Superbill, a document that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.

Yes, I meet with clients by phone and Zoom in the state of California.

I am licensed to work with clients in California.

At the moment, I am working virtually.

You may contact me through this website, call me at 510-496-600, or email me at seveaceves@gmail.com

I work Tuesday through Friday, from about 10 am to 6:30 pm.