Are communication issues threatening your relationship?
Does life feel hard?
Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else?
I want you to know that there is hope. You can have a more fulfilling life and more satisfying relationships.
“Hello, I’m Claudine, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Huddle Counseling. I’m glad you are here. I specialize in working with couples and individuals. I am certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and have advanced training in EMDR. My website will help you learn about working with me, then click the link to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.”
Claudine works with individuals, couples, and families. Her work is framed by an attachment and culturally sensitive lens which is rooted in evidence-based treatments and research. Her counseling approach provides clients with a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere in which they can flourish. Claudine specializes in helping individuals heal and integrate traumatic experiences and in helping couples remove the painful blocks that cause disconnection.
Claudine has advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Claudine also has training in Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC), Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Personal Background
Claudine is grateful to share her life with a wonderful husband. Together they have a blended bi-racial family with children in different developmental stages. Navigating the journey toward “blending” has has been challenging at times, but it has also helped her know and trust the gifts and growth that challenge can bring, especially when one has needed support. Claudine is not afraid to lean on her own life experiences when coming alongside her clients. Perhaps this why a common piece of feedback she gets is that she feels “real” and that this helps her clients feel safe and accepted.
Educational Background
Claudine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#123227). She earned her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from COAMFTE-accredited California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University. Claudine received her Bachelors degree in vocal performance from California State University Sacramento.
Interests and Hobbies
Claudine maintains a heart for both piano playing and singing and uses these activities to maintain self-care. Claudine also creates space for mindfulness in her daily life, which includes yoga and meditation. Because Claudine believes that goals are our anchors during times of crisis, running marathons and ultramarathons have become an important part of her life's journey.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, self-esteem, or stuck in painful patterns in your relationship, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.
"To be human is to need others, and this is no flaw or weakness."
Dr. Sue Johnson