Holistic & Evidence-Based Therapy in California

For anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, emotional eating, unhealthy coping, life transitions, immigration & expat challenges

Manage overwhelming emotions
Heal from past experiences and trauma
Navigate life transitions with confidence
Improve your relationship with food and your body
Strengthen your relationship with yourself and others
Navigate Immigration, cultural adjustment, expat life

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WELCOME!

I am a bicultural (European-American) expat therapist who takes a holistic approach to mental health, combining traditional clinical counseling with principles from health psychology, emotional work, and mind-body practices.
I believe lasting healing begins with understanding the underlying causes of emotional distress—not simply managing symptoms. While medication can be an important part of treatment for some people, I don't believe it should always be the first or only approach. My goal is to help you understand why your mind and body are responding the way they are and addressing those underlying patterns through evidence-based therapy, lifestyle changes, and greater self-awareness.A big part of my therapy also relies on emotional work. Emotions play an important role in our bodies—they speak to what is happening within us whether it's a metal struggle or physical pain. When we suppress them, we can develop physical tension, inflammation, emotional numbness, poor coping skills, or depression. Together, we will work on understanding, managing, and expressing your emotions so they don’t remain trapped in your body. We may incorporate mindfulness or expressive techniques to help you slow down, tolerate, and accept difficult feelings, because when you are emotionally at peace, you are fully able to take steps toward your goals.In addition to understanding your emotions—which are often influenced by your thinking—we will challenge unhelpful thought patterns through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This approach can be especially helpful for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, PTSD, chronic stress, chronic pain, or challenges related to health and wellness.Our bodies are a reflection to our internal external self-care. It's important to nourish our cells through foods and movements that best support our organs and muscles, boost our brain with "happy" feelings, and relax our nervous system.In addition, I believe that healing begins in a relationship where you feel safe, understood, and accepted. My role is to listen with compassion, respect your unique journey, and work alongside you to help you achieve the goals that matter most to you. My hope is that you leave therapy feeling more empowered, resilient, and connected to yourself and the life you want to live.

Marketa Boller
MS, APCC

Supervised by Shannon Vitro, LSCW #74811

Educational Qualifications:

Associate Professional Clinical Counselor APCC #19978, California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Provisional Psychologist PSY0004077220 with AHPRA, Australia
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, San Francisco State University, California
Bachelor of Arts in Health Psychology, University of San Francisco, California
Diploma in Social Science, Czech Republic

Understand the Root Cause - Together, we’ll look beyond the symptoms to understand the deeper patterns, experiences, and emotions that may be contributing to anxiety, trauma, emotional eating, or unhealthy ways of coping. Understanding why something is happening can be an important step toward creating meaningful, lasting change.
Evidence-Based, Personalized Therapy - Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT-informed skills, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, expressive techniques, and other therapeutic interventions, adapting our work to your individual needs, personality, and goals.
Mind-Body Connection - Our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical experiences are deeply connected. We’ll explore these connections while developing tools to regulate emotions, manage stress, build resilience, and feel more grounded and connected to yourself.
Whole-Person Care - Mental health does not exist in isolation. Together, we can explore the emotional, behavioral, relational, and lifestyle factors affecting your well-being, while incorporating practical strategies around self-care, movement, nutrition, and healthy coping when appropriate.
Culturally Responsive Care - Your culture, identity, relationships, environment, and life experiences shape how you experience the world. I provide an inclusive and culturally responsive space that recognizes the unique experiences of people navigating immigration, cultural adjustment, identity, relationships, and major life transitions.

MY approach

RATE & POLICIES

Individual Therapy

Session Rate: $120 per 50-minute telehealth

Sliding Scale

I provide a Superbill upon request and maintain a limited number of reduced-fee spaces for individuals experiencing significant financial hardship. Please reach out to inquire about current availability.

Payment & Cancellation

Accepted Payment Methods: All major credit cards, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please provide at least 24 hours' notice. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be subject to the full session fee.

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