Nina Mari Ann Cunha AMFT
therapy for teens, couples & adults

About Me

I graduated with a Masters in Counseling from Cal Poly Humboldt in 2022. I am a second generation immigrant and have a passion for supporting people navigating their cultural identity. Being a therapist is something that appealed to me after having a positive experience with counseling as a child. My hope is that therapy will also be useful for you, whether you have seen many therapists before or are seeking this work for the first time. My role is to hold space, provide compassion, coping strategies and different perspectives through gentle feedback to help you live a more fulfilling life.

I have experience supporting couples through conflict and making life decisions, with trauma work, anxiety and depression support as well as helping people with identity exploration. I am Japanese American, coming from a multicultural family and understand the impact of cultural pressures. I have supported folks in discussing their identity through childhood into adulthood and enjoy providing guidance to living an authentic life to your values and goals. I also am a parent and understands the complexities of parenthood and how this impacts mental health.

Outside of the office, you can find me in my garden, playing video games (RPJs and Farm sims) and exploring the bike trail with my family. Humboldt County has unique charm and a small community that I've grown to appreciate over the years. I am honored to serve this community.

I am based in Arcata, CA and see clients in person or through tele-therapy. I offer a free phone consultation to see if we're a good fit and welcome any questions you may have. Please call or email me to connect.

Registered Associate Marriage and family Therapist AMFT 138526

Employed and supervised by Ned Peck, LCSW 67178

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A Welcoming Space

I see clients in one of the two confidential and private office spaces shown below. I also offer tele-health sessions. The office is located in Arcata, CA and is at a convenient walking distance from the university.

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FAQs

Fees and Insurance

I accept Partnership insurance and can provide a reimbursement form for people who do not have Partnership for potential reimbursement. I charge $120 per session 50 minute session for individuals and $140 for a 50 minute session with couples

What are sessions like?

I often start sessions by asking "What feels important to discuss today?" or "How have you been feeling?" Then, there is time to process emotions, discuss coping strategies and intentions for the week ahead. Often, I close sessions with breathing exercises, reviewing of coping strategies or tools to try over the next week.

What is your therapeutic approach?

I am an integrative therapist and pull from many therapy approaches to cater to your needs. However, my foundation of therapy is rooted in relational work. I believe in a collaborative approach and that the impacts felt in the therapy room in the relationship I build with you will create change in your personal relationships.

Who do you have experience working with?

My experience lies in working with adults and teens. I also have been a mediator who has supported couples navigating divorce. I have assisted many people who have experiences of anxiety, depression, difficult life transitions, exploring cultural identity difficulties and experience negative impacts from stress.

Resources

Grounding Exercise

When life feels overwhelming, it can be difficult to feel regulated and present. Grounding and orienting to the moment can be helpful. Engage your senses with the exercise linked above.

Boundary Making

https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/boundaries-psychoeducation-printout

Letter to Past Self

https://www.therapistaid.com/worksheets/letter-to-my-past-self