Business Details
Your Trusted Psychotherapy Partner in Malibu, CA
Kriss Smylie, MA is a licensed psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals and couples achieve greater life satisfaction through personalized therapeutic approaches. Specializing in Jungian psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused techniques, the practice addresses depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and personal growth challenges. With advanced degrees from institutions like UC Berkeley and Antioch University, the therapist integrates evidence-based methods with dream work, mindfulness, and Jungian tarot to uncover unconscious patterns. Services are available both in-person in Malibu, CA, and remotely via Zoom, catering to clients aged 15 to 92.The practice emphasizes collaborative care, offering 20-minute free consultations and flexible scheduling to support clients' unique needs. Continuous professional development ensures treatment approaches remain current, including specialized training in Jungian perspectives and crisis management. Commitment to client privacy and ethical standards underpins all interactions, with transparent communication about insurance reimbursement and payment options. The therapeutic environment fosters self-discovery, strength-building, and meaningful life changes through a blend of traditional and innovative techniques.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Counseling
Jungian Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dream Work Therapy
Jungian Tarot Readings
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Remote Therapy Sessions
Crisis Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in Jungian and psychodynamic therapy.
- Our practice integrates evidence-based CBT with innovative Jungian tarot techniques.
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual and couples' needs.
- Remote sessions via Zoom ensure accessibility for clients outside Malibu.
- Our therapist holds advanced degrees from UC Berkeley and Antioch University.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Personalized therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, and personal growth challenges using Jungian and cognitive-behavioral techniques. Clients explore unconscious patterns through dream work and tarot to achieve symptom relief and life satisfaction. Tailored to individual needs for lasting mental wellness.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening emotional connections. Integrates emotionally focused techniques with psychodynamic approaches to address relationship patterns and foster mutual understanding for healthier partnerships.
Jungian Tarot
Certified Jungian tarot sessions use archetypal imagery to uncover unconscious insights about personal challenges. This method highlights hidden patterns and provides actionable guidance through symbolic interpretation, enhancing self-awareness and decision-making for clients seeking deeper understanding.
Remote Therapy
Secure Zoom sessions provide accessible mental health support for clients outside Malibu. Maintains the same therapeutic rigor as in-person visits, addressing anxiety, depression, and relationship issues through evidence-based virtual care platforms.
Dream Work Therapy
Specialized therapy explores dream symbolism to reveal unconscious thoughts and emotional blocks. Uses Jungian principles to interpret recurring themes, helping clients gain insight into personal challenges and foster psychological growth through conscious awareness.
People
Kriss Smylie, MA
Psychotherapist
Licensed therapist with 30+ years of experience in Jungian and psychodynamic therapy. Holds advanced degrees from UC Berkeley and Antioch University, specializing in depression, anxiety, and couples counseling through evidence-based and innovative techniques.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate Jungian psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotionally focused techniques, and Jungian tarot to create personalized treatment plans for each client's unique needs.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide superbills for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Payment is due at the time of service via cash, check, or credit card through PayPal.
Are remote sessions available?
Yes, I offer secure Zoom sessions for clients who prefer remote therapy or live outside the Malibu area.
What are your cancellation policies?
Sessions canceled with less than 24 hours' notice require full payment. Please notify me in advance to avoid session fees.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, I provide 20-minute complimentary consultations to discuss your needs and determine if my approach aligns with your goals.
