Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Psychotherapy Services in Soquel, CA
Amy Barton-Cayton-Cayton is a dedicated psychotherapist with over two decades of experience in counseling psychology and addiction therapy. Specializing in trauma recovery, mindfulness-based practices, and Buddhist psychology, she offers personalized care for individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions, codependency, and emotional challenges. Her approach integrates evidence-based modalities like EFT, Re-Creation of the Self, and Family Systems theory, tailored to each client's unique needs. Holding a Ph.D. in Sociology and an M.S. in Counseling Psychology, she combines academic rigor with compassionate practice.Amy emphasizes client autonomy, privacy, and holistic healing, offering a free introductory session to ensure therapeutic alignment. Her work, rooted in both Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, empowers clients to cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and authentic living.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Mindfulness Training
Addiction Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in counseling psychology and addiction therapy.
- Our practice integrates Buddhist psychology with evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
- We prioritize client privacy and autonomy in all treatment approaches.
- We provide a free introductory session to ensure therapeutic compatibility.
- Our therapist holds advanced degrees from UC Santa Cruz and Baptist University.
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
What people say
Amazing teacher
Deep and detailed knowledge
Unconditional love
Authentic self-recovery
Finely tuned intuition
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored psychotherapy sessions addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, and personal growth. Our approach combines mindfulness, Buddhist psychology, and evidence-based techniques to foster emotional resilience and self-awareness. Clients benefit from a safe space to explore challenges and develop coping strategies.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples navigating communication issues, premarital preparation, or post-divorce adjustments. We employ Family Systems theory to enhance understanding and connection while addressing codependency or past relational trauma through compassionate dialogue and skill-building exercises.
Trauma Recovery
Comprehensive care for individuals healing from childhood abuse, sexual trauma, or chronic illness. Using EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and Re-Creation of the Self, we help clients process painful memories, rebuild self-esteem, and restore emotional stability through gentle, client-led interventions.
Mindfulness Training
Corporate and personal mindfulness programs based on Buddhist Psychology principles. These sessions teach stress reduction techniques, present-moment awareness, and compassionate self-observation to improve mental clarity and emotional regulation in daily life and professional settings.
Addiction Counseling
Holistic treatment for chemical, behavioral, and process addictions including work, sex, or love addiction. Our approach addresses root causes through shame-resolution work, relapse prevention strategies, and spiritual exploration to support sustainable recovery and self-acceptance.
People
Amy Barton
Psychotherapist
Dr. Barton-Cayton is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Ph.D. in Sociology and 20+ years of experience in counseling psychology. She specializes in trauma recovery, Buddhist psychology, and mindfulness training, blending academic expertise with compassionate care to support client growth.
Questions
Do you accept insurance?
No, to protect client privacy. Insurance often requires diagnoses and treatment plans accessible to third parties, which may limit session flexibility and confidentiality.
What therapeutic modalities do you use?
I integrate Existential, Buddhist, and Family Systems therapies with EFT, Re-Creation of the Self, and mindfulness techniques tailored to each client's needs.
What are your specialty areas?
Trauma recovery, codependency, addiction counseling, eating disorders, and mindfulness training for individuals, couples, and families.
Is Buddhist Psychology religious?
No, it's an empirical study of mind-body connections focused on cultivating happiness through mindfulness and self-awareness, compatible with any belief system.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes, we provide a complimentary introductory session to help you determine if our therapeutic approach aligns with your needs.
