Ph: (951) 262-8107
Ph: (951) 262-8107
ABOUT
Welcome!
Welcome to ToBeYou psychotherapy practice!
If you are looking for a therapist to assist you in navigating life's challenges, you came to the right place. Congratulations for taking the first step! Our licensed therapists are here to help you navigate through life's challenges. We offer individual counseling services that are tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, we're here to support you.
We offer in person therapy at our Murrieta, CA location. Our therapists are also available for online therapy services.
Maria ”Maaike” Lurinks Garcia, LCSW/Owner
Thank you for considering our Practice. My name is Maaike. I have been licensed as a LCSW in the State of California since 2015. Originally from the Netherlands, I moved to the United States in 2009 after meeting my husband abroad. I am Bi-lingual in Dutch and English.
I have been working in the social service field since 1999 in both the Netherlands and the United States. I have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Avans University in the Netherlands and a Master's degree in Social Work from California State University San Bernardino. After graduating in 2011, I have been working as a Therapist in Community Mental Health. Being a therapist in Community Mental Health has been very rewarding and has allowed me to gain a lot of experience in working with a diverse population from many different backgrounds and mental health challenges.
I am a mom of two young boys. My husband works as a First Responder and therefore I have a special connection with the First Responder community, and their families. I know first hand the often hidden weight of the badge.
Saori Kobayashi, LCSW
Hi,
I am happy that you made it here today. Let me tell you a bit about myself. Born and raised in Japan, I am bilngual in Japanese and English. I have a special interest in acculturation challenges. Sometimes this shows up in the form of relationship issues due to cultural differences or having hard time advocating for yourself at work. I can help you fiind the solutions and coping skills to help live your lives to the fullest.
I have many years of experience in working with clients from various cultures, backgrounds and mental health challenges. I use a strength based and patient centered approach.
My expertise is trauma treatment. I utilize EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Written Exposure Therapy. Negative life experience can affect your self-esteem and the way you view the world. I am here to help you process your trauma so you no longer have to live in the past. You are in charge of your healing process and I will be a guide to empower you in your journey.
Patient Promise
At ToBeYou Psychotherapy Practice, We are dedicated to helping you find the best version of yourself using integrative and evidence-based treatment methods.
It is our goal to help you find your personal strengths and help you build on them. We are passionate about working with teens and adults from all different backgrounds who are struggling with Mental Health issues, are looking for personal growth, or are trying figure out some of life’s challenges.
No one knows what it is like to be you, facing your trials and tribulations. At ToBeYou psychotherapy practice we'll help you find the best version of yourself using integrative and evidence based treatment methods.
Treatment Focus
Our therapists are trained in evidenced based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Both Saori and Maaike specialize in Trauma treatment using evidence-based approaches like, Written Exposure Therapy (WET), and Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
We often use an eclectic approach which means, we use strategies from different treatment modalities to offer a tailored approach, to assist you in reaching your goals.
Find the best version of yourself using our services
Anxiety Counseling
Our anxiety counseling services are designed to help you overcome fear, stress, and anxiety. Our licensed therapists provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies to manage your anxiety.
Depression Counseling
Our depression counseling services can help you overcome feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair. Our experienced therapists can provide a supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies to manage your depression.
Trauma Counseling
Our trauma counseling services can help you overcome the effects of traumatic events. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based techniques to help you heal from the psychological impact of trauma, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression. We provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences and develop strategies to move forward.
Helping Professionals Counseling
Our couunseling services are focussed on assisting you in taking the best care of yourself so you can continue to invest in others. Many helping processiionals struggle with burn out and compassions fatigue. Our therapists can help you find a ballance in taking good care of yourself whilejuggling the every day demands. Our experienced therapists provide guidance, support, and motivation to help you identify your strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve success in all areas of your life.
Grief Counseling
Our grief counseling services can help you cope with the loss of a loved one. Our licensed therapists provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings of grief, gain insights into your behavior, and develop strategies to manage your grief and move forward.
Maternal Mental Health Counseling
Becoming a mother is a wonderful event in most women's life. But what if it is not..
For some women, the first years after childbirth are difficult, due to the physcial and hormonal changes that impact your mood and body. Changes in the relationship with your husband and in some cases the birthing process was traumatic and it is affecting you in every day life. We are help you process and explore tools and strategies to managing this often demanding phase of life.
Phase of Life Navigation
We face many transitions throughout life. Most of the time those transitions are natural and without too many obstacles. However, at times these transitions can be the cause of overwhelm and you are concerned that it may affect your daily functioning. Those are the times that an soundboard outside of your immediate support system, like a therapist, can help you navigate the changes in your life.