Find Healing & Empowerment
We don’t just “get over” trauma. It lingers. It reshapes how we trust, love, and feel safe in our own body.
Childhood pain.
Relationship challenges.
Abuse.
Birth trauma.
Medical trauma.
It all leaves an imprint. But there is a way forward.
Our trauma-informed therapists in Santa Cruz specialize in guiding women back to themselves.
Step by step.
At your pace.
No judgment. No pressure. Only safety.
We use proven approaches like EMDR, somatic therapy, and mindfulness to do more than just “cope.”
We help you actually heal.
To calm the anxiety.
To stop the nights you lie awake, replaying everything.
Imagine waking up and trusting your body again.
Imagine walking into a room and not scanning for danger.
Imagine finally feeling strong enough to reclaim the parts of you that trauma stole.
That life is waiting.
But you have to take that bold step forward.
Book your free consultation today.
It costs nothing.
It could change everything.
Don’t wait until tomorrow.
Do it now because your healing deserves to begin today.
Meet Your Santa Cruz Trauma Therapists
Lynn Ingram, APCC
Lynn’s warm, empathetic, and trauma-informed approach to therapy is grounded in meeting clients where they are, with a commitment to guiding them toward their goals. She believes the therapeutic relationship is vital for effective treatment, and she brings her genuine self into each session, fostering a non-judgmental and collaborative environment.
Having grown up in Santa Cruz County, where she also raised her family, Lynn is delighted to offer psychotherapy and counseling services at Nurture Women’s Health & Fertility, supporting individuals on their journey to health and well-being.
* Supervised by Ila “Bree” Bode, LMFT, PMH-C
Shae Thysse, APCC
Shae is a trauma-informed therapist dedicated to supporting individuals and families through grief, trauma, and life transitions. She holds a Master’s in Counseling from St. Edward’s University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from UC Santa Cruz. Shae’s work is grounded in warmth, compassion, and evidence-based care that helps clients feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Her background includes in-home, telehealth, and crisis response work, including time on a mobile crisis team in Austin, TX. She currently provides therapy and parenting support through Encompass Community Services. With certifications in trauma treatment, Triple P, and emergency response, Shae offers a steady, relational presence to adolescents, adults, and families navigating complex challenges.
* Supervised by Ila “Bree” Bode, LMFT, PMH-C
No Surprises Act
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy sessions.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.
You can ask your healthcare provider and any other provider you choose for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.