Stages of Substance Abuse
Stage 1: Experimentation The first stage, experimentation, is the voluntary use of alcohol or other drugs. Quite frequently, the person experimenting is trying to erase
Welcome to Santa Cruz Family Therapy
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who genuinely believes that therapy can be a transformational experience that produces powerful and long-term change in your life.
Carol Cochrane Bass
MA, LMFT
My offices are located in Santa Cruz and San Jose / Campbell. However, I also see clients via video session or over the phone. I encourage clients to choose what is most comfortable for them. Please contact me to schedule your first session.
Areas Of Expertise
Whether overwhelmed by a problem or feelings that cannot be fully understood, troubled by a relationship that is failing, or experiencing diminished ability to be effective in your everyday routine, I would consider myself honored to be trusted with your vulnerability and pain, and help you to achieve positive change in your life.
"Counselors remind us that seeking help is not a sign of weakness but a courageous step towards healing."
― Carol Cochrane Bass ― 
Featured Articles
Anxiety Disorders Info
Click on a topic to display the information: Introduction Anxiety Disorders affect about 40 million American adults age 18 years and older (about 18%) in
Eating Disorders Info
Click on a topic to display the information: What are Eating Disorders An eating disorder is marked by extremes. It is present when a person
Marriage and Couples Counseling
The Importance of a Connection The biggest single factor in the soaring divorce rate in this country is disconnection, with 80 percent of divorced couples
Therapy Approaches and Methods
Click on a topic to display the information: Cognitive Therapy Cognitive therapy assumes that faulty thought patterns, belief systems, and biases influence emotions and their
LMFT versus MFT
What is an MFT? Marriage and Family Therapists (MFT) are mental health specialists who treat and diagnose a variety of disorders related to psychotherapy and