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
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
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
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
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
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
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