Mendocino, CA Local Support & Community Resources

Laura Lindholm-Cardinale is a dedicated marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in providing therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families. She understands the painful journey of healing hearts and relationships after experiencing betrayal due to affairs, pornography abuse, and sex addiction. Laura creates a safe and supportive environment for couples, guiding them through the challenges they face. Her structured approach honors the needs of both partners, promoting gentle healing and progress. She is certified in EMDR trauma treatment, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (IITAP), and has received training to treat partners of sex addicts (APSATS) and sexual issues (AASECT). Additionally, she offers couples EFT therapy through externships at ICEEFT. Laura's extensive experience includes addressing complex attachment issues in adults, children, and adolescents, as well as severe behavioral problems in young individuals and parenting challenges. She understands that confronting betrayal can be one of life’s most traumatic experiences, not only for the betrayed but for the betraying partner as well, who grapples with the trauma and shame of their hidden actions. Laura is honored to provide support during this transformative process.