Tracy Fulton, Marriage Counselor in Fresno, 93704

Tracy Fulton, MS

Profession(s):
Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychotherapy
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
MFC - 43719

My Approach to Helping

It is a privilege to assist others in discovering what they need in order to experience a greater sense of peace and equanimity in their lives. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, with a strong emphasis on mindfulness. I believe that in order to reduce our hurt and suffering, we must look to the stories we create about ourselves that restrict and limit us from becoming who we are really meant to be. Each of us is a work in progress, and perfection is ultimately unattainable. This leaves us with the challenge of finding meaning and purpose in our lives while accepting the flaws and weaknesses that make us human.

So how do we find a path toward wholeness and balance, a new direction and sense of hope when we are caught up in beliefs and behaviors that keep us stuck and unhappy? Psychotherapy can be a useful tool for getting "un-stuck," and identifying our own particular paths to wholeness. My role as a therapist is to encourage and guide you as you explore the obstacles along your path, consider what purposes they may serve, and respectfully challenge you to make decisions about whether you need or want them in your life.

More Info About My Practice

Insurance and payment options currently accepted:

Avante Behavioral Health Plan
Psy-Care
ACI Specialty Benefits
CuraLinc Healthcare
Medi-Cal
Out of Network Provider
Fee for service

PLEASE NOTE THAT I DO NOT OFFER COUPLES/MARITAL COUNSELING AT THIS TIME.

What I Love about Being a Psychotherapist

Being a therapist has made it possible for me to unify my desire to help others with a strong sense of intellectual curiosity, intuitive insight, and creative thinking. As a therapist I am able to tap into my strongest abilities and talents to help my patients in their healing processes. What I love the most about being a therapist, however, is the privilege of being a positive and healing presence in my patients' lives. I find my work deeply satisfying and fulfilling.

I am passionate about mental health and psychotherapy for a number of reasons, but the most significant reason is my own experience with depression, and the challenges it has presented in my life over the years. The compassion I feel for my patients is grounded in my own understanding of what it is like to struggle with a serious mental health issue. I was also a strong proponent of therapy long before I decided I wanted to be a therapist. My own experiences with therapy taught me that it works, and has made it easier for me to convince patients who are unsure about continuing with their treatment.

Why Going to Therapy Does Not Mean You are Weak or Flawed

Many people mistakenly believe that participating in therapy reflects some sort of character flaw, weakness, or psychological instability. Nothing could be further from the truth. When a patient shares her suffering and hurt with me-whether due to past abuse, trauma, losses, fears, etc.--I am witnessing an act of tremendous courage. Our culture of "sucking it up" and not admitting our vulnerabilities and "human-ness" to others has made it difficult for us be honest with ourselves and others, to be genuine and real in our relationships, and to accept our flaws and mistakes because we are all imperfect, but must do the best we can, regardless. To counter this social stigma, I clearly acknowledge my patients' courage in seeking my help, and their willingness to face and work on the obstacles and hurts in their lives. When I encounter this attitude about psychotherapy among acquaintances and people I don't know, I also make a point of tactfully and firmly addressing their misconceptions.

Services I Provide

Individual Therapy & Counseling
Consultation
Online Counseling / Phone Therapy

Ages I Work With

Teens
Adults

Languages I Speak

English

Groups I Work With

LGBTQ transgender, adult children coping with aging parents, adult children of alcoholics, survivors of serious illness, patients with chronic health issues.

PLEASE NOTE THAT I DO NOT OFFER COUPLES/MARITAL COUNSELING AT THIS TIME.