"Have you noticed that your teenager has lost weight, is counting calories, or has become a picky eater? Act now and get your child assessed for an eating disorder. I specialize in treating adolescents who have eating disorders and I use the most effective treatment methods backed by research (FBT). I also specialize in treating adults who struggle with their relationship with food (Anorexia, Bulimia, Emotional Overeating)."

"I have many years of experience in the areas of marital/relationship issues, infidelity, divorce resolutions, spouse/partner in domestic violence/abuse situations, family conflicts and pre-marital counseling. My other specialities include anxiety, depression, anger, illness, grief/loss, mid-life crisis, emptiness, meaninglessness, and end of life issues. With teens, my experience encompasses delinquent behaviors (juvenile justice system involvement), substance abuse, depression and self-harming behaviors (suicidal/cutting), ADHD, OCD, and identity issues. I have a long history of working with immigrant, multi-cultural/multi-religion families facing conflicting values, or dealing with loss of one's place of origin and loved ones."

"I work with highly sensitive persons (HSPs) and introverts in the trans* and LGBQ+ communities to make your relationships better, manage illness and stress, tame emotions, and stop anxiety and trauma symptoms from disrupting your life."

"I am a registered associate marriage and family therapist who has a genuine desire to help others. My approach to therapy begins with deep compassion toward each person's unique struggle. Nobody's life is perfect and we are all on separate roads with different obstacles through this journey. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or are having difficulty adjusting to life events, I strive to create a non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe, comfortable and free to express yourself in an honest way. I believe this is a very important element in our partnership."

"We are all on our own journey in life, filled with experiences big and small that have shaped our present. At times we all have our own work to do to feel mentally healthy and balanced in our relationship with ourselves and others. Therapy is a courageous and powerful step for your journey, helping you grow and/or heal to reach the goals you desire. By meeting you where you are at emotionally/mentally we work for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, discover patterns in your life and learn skills for you to reach your goals."

"I specialize in helping clients find freedom and become clean from the inside out; integrating and processing psychological pain/wounds by means of the love of Christ. Facilitation of change not merely from altering behavior but, instead finding freedom from the roots of fear, hopelessness, despair, lust and anger. Comprehending the freedom that comes from facing our essential brokenness, realizing the implications of God's redemption at the cross and it's impact in revealing and repairing the soul is comparable to nothing else in changing lives forever - changes that remain and lives and families that do not fail."

"As a developmental psychologist and depth counselor, I am best suited to working with people experiencing the trials and tribulations that accompany the major passages experienced throughout life. I am a warm and experienced counselor who works with people representing all ages and social identities. I work with individuals, couples and families, and have much experience working with addiction, depression, anxiety, anger, grief and forgiveness."

"I am a psychotherapist specialized in chronic pain, stress management, anxiety and mood disorders. I use psychotherapy in conjunction with biofeedback/Neurofeedback techniques for the control and reduction of pain, mood, and anxiety disorders. Biofeedback is a process that enables an individual to learn how to change physiological activity for the purpose of improving health and performance. With the use biofeedback equipments, individuals will experience symptoms reduction without the use of medication."

"My goal is to facilitate the process of innate healing and self-discovery for individuals seeking to improve their overall quality of life. I am a firm believer that obstacles may be turned into opportunities. Through both curious questioning and active listening, together we may illuminate your strengths and opportunity areas of growth. My goal is that after our first session, you will feel that we have a pathway for a desired solution. I have worked with ages ranging from 5 to 85 years young. I treat each individual, couple, or family with respect and warmth."

"Hello, and welcome to my practice. I specialize in working with people experiencing depression and anxiety. I have sucessfully treated adults and children with these issues for almost 20 years. Whether it's day to day issues or trauma you've experienced that brings you to therapy, I work with you to decrease negative thoughts and behaviors. My focus is to put you back in charge of your life. In addition to treating depression and anxiety I am also trained to treat PTSD/trauma. I have experience with EMDR which has been very successful in reducing negative memories and flashbacks."

"I specialize in effective couples therapy. Additionally, I work with adult individuals, and men with issues in the area of sexuality and intimacy. In working with couples I find it useful to focus on & support self-responsibility, communication (very much including listening - especially when listening is hard), expectations, self-awareness, and building skill in how to remain intimate when relating becomes difficult. Through the whole process I integrate a focus on kindness without abandoning or avoiding the truth. I also specialize in assisting and supporting men with building the skill and ability to feel and share their feelings in intimate relationships."

"Did you know only 10% to 20% of marriages get better with traditional marriage counseling? Did you know that other studies show a 98% success rate? Do you know what you can do to be in the 98% group? Do you know why men often have to be dragged in by their ear, and what you can do about it? Did you know that relationships can improve even if only one person is doing the work, and that quite often it is better to work separately? Did you know that poor communication is a symptom, not the cause of marital stress?"

"If you are looking for a therapist with over 30 years experience and that regularly conducts consultations for other therapists, you might want to take a look at my specialties. Most people are heading in the right direction, but it is like they are driving this road of life with two wheels off the road. They just can't get up to speed. I love helping people, like you, figure out what keeps you from getting up to speed and how to move past those issues like PTSD / TRAUMATIC EXPERIENCES, ADDICTIONS, MARITAL DISCORD, ANXIETY and DEPRESSION. ( My Specialties)"

"A therapy relationship that is working well supports your curiosity about yourself, openness to possibilities, and capacity to transform vulnerabilities into areas of strength and growth. My approach to therapy involves using respectful, empathic listening to create a safe place where you can bring difficult and painful feelings and life situations - a place where you don't have to be alone with them. Through our work together, you experience yourself differently. In therapy, you can try out new ways of being who you are, and when you're ready, you can bring these into the rest of your life."

"Healthy relationships are the basis for a fulfilling life. If you are looking for ways to relate positively with others, want to build a basis for lasting relationships, or want to find out what it takes to make your relationship work better, I can help. We will work together to improve conflict management; work on how to build shared meaning, and how to keep passion alive, among other things. I am a Gottman Certified Therapist and use research based methods in working with couples."

"Welcome to my practice! I work with adults, families, teens, and young children to provide counseling, psychotherapy, and play therapy services. Whether you are feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, or depressed, I can help you cope with these feelings and improve your relationships in a safe and confidential environment. I am experienced in treating a wide variety of mental health and relationship problems, and use a variety of approaches to help you. No problem is too big, too small, or too shocking. Please see my website for more information or call to schedule a free 30 minute consultation."

"Growing up and making my home in the Tri-Valley I have seen and experienced the pressures and difficulties that clients go through. Using a dynamic and active approach I work with each person and build a unique therapy tailored especially for your needs. This approach assists clients in moving through their issues and on to becoming a healthier and more connected in their life."

"Are you feeling alone, overwhelmed & lacking hope in your life? Are you just making it through the day....staying in your marriage, tolerating your teens or hiding in your work and wondering "How did I get here?" Therapy2Thrive Ruby Hill Counseling Center is here to help. We provide clients with a therapeutic relationship that provides thoughtful, caring counseling that builds trust and hope for healing. We work with our clients with practical research based counseling skills and interventions to assist people in making choices that lead to more joy and less distress."

"Feeling overwhelmed? Seeing personal patterns that just don't work? Stuck with a problem that won't go away? If you notice that you aren't being, doing, or having what you want in the world it can often help to explore why, once and for all. With seasoned expertise and tools that work, I help individuals and couples understand how thoughts and feelings impact behaviors and relationships, and how learning new approaches to old problems creates the change you want."

""Alcohol and Opiate addiction" are two of the most difficult obstacles to overcome, especially when anxiety or depression are part of the problem. I have been in the field of Addiction for 10 years and understand the difficulties of standard treatment programs. By understanding recovery from personal experience, I know first hand the fears clients and families face. I also know how Anxiety and substance use interact, which causes paralyzing results for the client.You don't have to lose everything before you get help, so why not get an assessment at no cost for you or a loved one."