Haven Therapy

Samantha Acosta, MA, LMFT

Therapy by the Sea

A Monterey cypress on Carmel Beach at golden hour

Feel more like yourself,
in mind and body.

Therapy for teens, young adults, and families.

In-person & virtual

Serving Carmel, Monterey, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Big Sur & Salinas

"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."
Carl Rogers
Bixby Bridge on the Big Sur coast in warm evening light

About the practice

A human first, a therapist second.

Life can feel like a lot: the pressure, the pace, the constant push to keep going. I get it, because I'm living it too. My job is to help you find your footing without losing yourself along the way. Whether you're constantly on edge, struggling to focus, feeling low, or not feeling good enough, I'll meet you right where you are.

What it's like to work with me

Come as you are.

You don't need to have it all figured out. Bring your questions, your complicated feelings, or no idea where to start.

Expect the real me.

I bring warmth, humor, and honest conversation into the room.

It's all connected.

What's happening now, past experiences, relationships, and stress often overlap. We make room for all of it.

For preteens, teens, young adults, and parents

Creating a path towards peace

Individual Therapy Family Therapy Parent Support
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Coming in 2027: a Teen Group and a Women's Group. Learn more