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Linda Cranston-Tolin

Therapist
37 years of experience
  • In-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I love to meet new clients and learn about how I can support them to reach their goals, gain new insights into their history and build new coping skills. I have been licensed and practicing for over 30 years (much of this was as a clinical coordinator and provider for a county agency.). I hope to provide a positive and growth oriented therapy experience so that each client may leave with new skills and insights.

My approach to therapy

I work clients to understand their unique history and utilize CBT and a strength based approach along with psychoeducation. With younger clients I utilize art and creative play therapy interventions. I involve the parent(s) in parts as appropriate to support the young person's goals.

What you can expect from me

I work with clients to set the goals they desire and often these are areas such as: reducing anxiety, improving significant relationships, reducing sadness and improving self care and relaxation.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Affirming, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    37 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Cal State University Cal Poly, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at University of California at Santa Barbara
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Carelon Behavioral Health, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Gestalt, Trauma Focused CBT, Play, Art Therapy, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Narrative Therapy, Behavior Modification, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Children, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    940 Ramona Avenue # J
    Grover Beach, CA 93433