San Juan Bautista, CA Local Support & Community Resources

Better Living Marriage & Family Therapy Inc. specializes in supporting individuals and families facing a wide array of challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, trauma, anger, and stress. By providing a safe and non-judgmental environment, clients can feel comfortable sharing and exploring their deepest thoughts and feelings. Therapy is approached as a collaborative process, where the therapist partners with clients to address their unique concerns and achieve their goals. With over 10 years of experience in the counseling field, Better has successfully worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. This includes extensive work with high-conflict divorce parents through both educational classes and counseling sessions. Additionally, Better offers specialized counseling in co-parenting and parallel parenting. Understanding the busy lives that clients lead, the practice provides flexible appointment options, including daytime, evening, and Saturday sessions.

Mary-anne Wijting is a compassionate and experienced licensed professional counselor, specializing in helping individuals manage depression, trauma, anxiety, and communication issues. With a strong commitment to alleviating emotional pain, she employs various evidence-based approaches including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused strategies tailored to meet the unique needs of both adults and children. Mary-anne understands the courage it takes to seek help and is dedicated to providing a supportive and encouraging environment throughout the therapeutic journey. Her work reflects a deep commitment to fostering self-image improvement and effective communication. Known for her expertise in mindfulness-based therapy, somatic approaches, and play therapy, Mary-anne values the importance of the therapeutic relationship and guides her clients toward achieving their personal goals with patience and understanding. She is eager to support clients of all ages—including preteens, teens, adults, and elders—as they navigate pathways to healing and growth.