Kristy Mercado LMFT is following her dream of creating her own psychotherapy practice which weaves together Expressive Arts Therapy, mindfulness, and modern psychological theories. Earning her Masters at the California Institute of Integral Studies, she was inspired to work with children experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Leading with heart as well as mind, she strives to make sure every child she works with feels seen, heard, and worthy. Always learning, Kristy continues to deepen her knowledge of music, art, and somatic therapies.
Outside of her psychotherapy practice , Kristy’s passions include swimming, yoga, playing guitar, painting, dancing, and exploring nature. Now, more than ever, she prioritizes nurturing and spreading hope in the world. When in doubt, she thinks of this quote by Michelle Obama : “You may not always have a comfortable life and you will not always be able to solve all of the world’s problems at once but don’t ever underestimate the importance you can have, because history has shown us that courage can be contagious, and hope can take on a life of its own.”
Her wish for anyone reading this is to believe in your own courage and to sow seeds of hope whenever the opportunity arises.
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