Welcome!
I am Cristina Trette, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in couples therapy and counseling for families. My practice is located in Cardiff by the Sea in Encinitas, California. To schedule a no cost consultation, or a counseling session, please click the Request Appointment button below.
About My Clients
Couples
My child is acting out, I have tried everything, nothing works. I am lacking joy and fulfillment in love, life, work, or family. I am concerned my child may be depressed and anxious. I am snapping at my kids and generally feel overwhelmed. I know it's time I begin healing from my painful childhood. |
Our relationship is great yet we need help with communication. We want more connection, closeness, and romance. We argue a lot and our fights are beginning to escalate. My partner is never in the mood for sex and barely touches me. We are on the brinks of divorce and want to save our marriage. Individuals and Families
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My clients work hard to create full and satisfying lives. They want thriving relationships, joyful families, and personal wellbeing. Some clients participate in short term counseling to focus on specific issues. Others begin therapy during a state relationship or family crisis. Many clients engage in long term therapy after struggling quietly for years. Regardless of what challenges are brought forward, I help my clients reach their specific relationship, family, and personal wellbeing goals.
Explore My Services
Couples TherapyEmotionally Focused Couple Therapy is an evidence based approach designed for couples wanting to work together to improve their relationship. Areas of focus generally include communication, connection, conflict, commitment, intimacy, sex, and family.
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Individual TherapyEmotionally Focused Individual Therapy is suited for adults and adolescents wanting to enhance resiliency, relationships, and wellbeing. Areas of focus may include anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, relationships, parenting, family, life transitions, divorce, and trauma.
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Family TherapyParent counseling is suited for those wanting to create secure parent child relationships and harmonious families. The counseling process is based on Emotionally Focused Family Therapy and emphasizes the development of healthy communication and emotional regulation.
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Other Services
WorkshopsI facilitate workshops throughout the year in various locations around San Diego and online. Areas of focus are Relationships, Couples, Parenting, and Family.
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About My Approach
Research BasedMy work with couples, individuals, and families is based on Emotionally Focused Therapy and Attachment Theory providing an evidence-based process for change within self and relationships.
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HumanisticI am accessible, responsive, and engaged. I focus on creating strong therapeutic relationships with my clients as this establishes the foundation that supports healing and transformation.
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IntegrativeInstead of focusing on symptom reduction, diagnosis, and behavior modification, my approach is non-pathologizing, holistic, trauma-informed and growth oriented.
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About Cristina Trette
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~I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California. I hold a Masters Degree in Marital and Family Therapy and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from the University of San Diego.
~I have specialized and ongoing training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, individuals, and families through the International Center for Excellent in Emotionally Focused Therapy. ~I am Chair on the Board for the San Diego Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy. I am passionate about creating community and learning experiences for other therapists. ~I understand the complexities associated with professional, business, personal, and family reputation. I am committed to the highest level of personalized service and confidentiality. ~I am a Hold me Tight Facilitator and Joy of Parenting Instructor. I regularly facilitate groups and workshops for couples and parents. My background includes parent coaching and holistic health. |
Contact Cristina
You are welcome to reach out to me over phone, text, or email. In order to preserve confidentiality please limit text and email communication to scheduling and logistics only. If you are experiencing a mental health or psychiatric emergency call 911.
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cristina@cristinatrette.com
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Text or Call |
858.337.6124
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Address |
111 Chesterfield Drive, Suite 121
Cardiff by the Sea, CA 92007 |
