LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 94132

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just going through the motions without much joy? Have you been trying to help yourself, but only finding superficial relief? Are you ready to delve into what’s really bothering you - to name it clearly, understand why it’s happening, and work toward lasting change? Often when we examine symptoms or responses that are causing us distress, we discover that they actually serve important functions. From this perspective, we can develop a kinder, more balanced internal dialogue and focus less on protecting ourselves from pain and more on living a full, authentic life.

I utilize an eclectic approach, meaning various theoretical framework models depending on the presentation of the patient's concerns and method of coping as it relates to depression, substance use, and sexual orientation concerns. I typically work with adults ages 18 to 65 who struggle with depression, substance use, and concerns regarding sexual orientation.

Hello there! My name is Terri Shearer. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. With over ten years of experience treating individuals, couples, and families from a multicultural perspective, it is my honor to provide quality care to all of my clients. I specialize in treating non-traditional family units, the LGTBQ+ community, and adolescents. I enjoy working with individuals and families who are struggling with the unique challenges non-traditional families face. I have extensive training in working with adolescents and, believe it or not, I find them to be quite interesting!

I specialize in a various therapy practices with a collaborative approach for young adults and adolescents (aged 17 - 30) who want to understand and change feelings of anxiety, depression, self criticism, and relationship difficulties. My aim is to listen to your concerns and support you as a whole and authentic person.

I have 15 years of experience counseling adults and teens by helping them apply practical coping skills to manage their moods. My clients often deal with feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, being overly sensitive, low self-esteem, multiple stressors, burnout, ADHD, and healing from Narcissistic Abuse. They want to increase task completion and move toward their full potential. I can help you update your mindset to be less critical of yourself, help you maintain a healthy schedule, process stressors & trauma, and grow self-confidence. Sessions are for you & your care!

Welcome! We all experience some form of stress in our lives, difficult emotions, or painful life circumstances. These may be caused by a variety of things, including natural or unexpected life transitions, loss, work stress, or relationship struggles. It can be difficult to navigate these challenging experiences and the emotions that come with them. You may find yourself “stuck” and in need of some assistance. I hope to work with you to understand and manage your emotions and behaviors better.

Unresolved childhood issues provide recurring challenges in adulthood and may show up in the form of sadness, worry, relationship problems, substance abuse or poor self-esteem. For adults abused as children, complex trauma may leave one with panic, obsessive thoughts, self-harming behaviors, or mood disorders. Sometimes individuals are given many diagnoses and medications and end up in therapies that do not resolve their underlying issue. Dissociative processes go unrecognized in many therapies, resulting in treatment that may not resolve the underlying problem, leaving one symptomatic. In my professional experience most individuals change and grow through a successful therapeutic encounter.

Are you struggling with feeling motivated, trouble completing tasks, enjoying your daily life, being easily distracted, getting triggered by things around you, difficulty building or maintaining relationships, and not feeling your best self? Let us focus together on finding what brings these struggles up and how we can find that best self you’re looking for.

I became a therapist after years of working in the performing arts in New York City. My work continues to be influenced by my trainings in dance and somatic modalities from that time. I describe my therapy style as warm, direct, and open, all housed within a creative sensibility. Folks I work with hold a variety of intersecting identities and bring a wide variety of concerns, stressors, and challenges into session. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting concerns and more.