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Angela Li
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702  (Online Only)
I am a Bay Area-based Asian American clinical psychologist with a passion for working with adult children of immigrants, people of color, and historically marginalized folks. Many clients express struggling with perfectionism, people pleasing, self-criticism, and worry that they will never be "enough." There may be parts of themselves they feel unable to explore or express, and worry that these parts may not be understood or supported by others. Many may be navigating intergenerational trauma, and relationship issues with their family of origin or romantic relationships.
I am a Bay Area-based Asian American clinical psychologist with a passion for working with adult children of immigrants, people of color, and historically marginalized folks. Many clients express struggling with perfectionism, people pleasing, self-criticism, and worry that they will never be "enough." There may be parts of themselves they feel unable to explore or express, and worry that these parts may not be understood or supported by others. Many may be navigating intergenerational trauma, and relationship issues with their family of origin or romantic relationships.
(415) 980-2262 View (415) 980-2262
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Nancy Schulz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
Nancy Schulz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2008. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the School of Holistic Studies, John F. Kennedy University. Nancy believes that people want to improve their lives, but they may have stressors (including health), or messages they received from their families, school, or society, which have gotten in their way; and those feelings or patterns may have become entrenched.
Nancy Schulz is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2008. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the School of Holistic Studies, John F. Kennedy University. Nancy believes that people want to improve their lives, but they may have stressors (including health), or messages they received from their families, school, or society, which have gotten in their way; and those feelings or patterns may have become entrenched.
(510) 254-3912 View (510) 254-3912
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Katrina Brashares
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94702
I work with individuals of all ages, including couples and families, to foster emotional health and equilibrium. Together, we build a positive therapeutic relationship to explore patterns and find solutions. I bring a tailored approach to treatment that draws on elements of attachment theory, strength-based therapy, mindfulness, ACT, and CBT. I apply these approaches to support clients, including teens and young adults facing anxiety and depression, adults and couples navigating relationships, couples preparing for children, and parents seeking support in achieving work-family-personal balance.
I work with individuals of all ages, including couples and families, to foster emotional health and equilibrium. Together, we build a positive therapeutic relationship to explore patterns and find solutions. I bring a tailored approach to treatment that draws on elements of attachment theory, strength-based therapy, mindfulness, ACT, and CBT. I apply these approaches to support clients, including teens and young adults facing anxiety and depression, adults and couples navigating relationships, couples preparing for children, and parents seeking support in achieving work-family-personal balance.
(510) 694-4368 View (510) 694-4368
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Denise TheWhysCounselor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94702
Hello my name is Denise TheWhysCounselor, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My approach to therapy is to help you learn how to develop a healthy relationship with yourself, and implement supportive strategies when navigating difficult situations or complex emotions.  I provide psychotherapy services to individuals and couples ready for a change. I am here to be a safe space to clients of all genders, races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations. Therapy with me is a collaborative process. We work together towards the goal of finding solutions to the anxiety and stresses that make everyday functioning challenging.
Hello my name is Denise TheWhysCounselor, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My approach to therapy is to help you learn how to develop a healthy relationship with yourself, and implement supportive strategies when navigating difficult situations or complex emotions.  I provide psychotherapy services to individuals and couples ready for a change. I am here to be a safe space to clients of all genders, races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations. Therapy with me is a collaborative process. We work together towards the goal of finding solutions to the anxiety and stresses that make everyday functioning challenging.
(909) 639-3401 View (909) 639-3401
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Galia Schechter
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
My love for human development and growth and my outmost trust in human potential inspire me to facilitate effective, meaningful and ever-transformative change in my own life and in the lives of those who become my therapy clients. Through collaborative, respectful, compassionate and daring processes, I am here, with my talents and skills, to support you in finding your ways to live and love successfully. I am highly experienced and skilled at working with individual adults, couples and families, towards significant healing from anxieties, depression, relationship-challenges, major life adjustments and transitions, minor or significant trauma, grief and loss.
My love for human development and growth and my outmost trust in human potential inspire me to facilitate effective, meaningful and ever-transformative change in my own life and in the lives of those who become my therapy clients. Through collaborative, respectful, compassionate and daring processes, I am here, with my talents and skills, to support you in finding your ways to live and love successfully. I am highly experienced and skilled at working with individual adults, couples and families, towards significant healing from anxieties, depression, relationship-challenges, major life adjustments and transitions, minor or significant trauma, grief and loss.
(510) 616-4547 View (510) 616-4547
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Jessica Youseffi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
31 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94702
Do you feel stuck in the same loops, repeating old patterns, and self-defeating behaviors? Through a mindfulness-based, somatic, and trauma-sensitive approach, I support you to break these cycles, let go of limiting beliefs and be free to live the life you want. I specialize in supporting individuals who struggle with issues related to anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem and depression. My style is warm, authentic and direct - I'm here to help you feel more grounded and self-assured so that you can better navigate relationships, life transitions, and daily stressors.
Do you feel stuck in the same loops, repeating old patterns, and self-defeating behaviors? Through a mindfulness-based, somatic, and trauma-sensitive approach, I support you to break these cycles, let go of limiting beliefs and be free to live the life you want. I specialize in supporting individuals who struggle with issues related to anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem and depression. My style is warm, authentic and direct - I'm here to help you feel more grounded and self-assured so that you can better navigate relationships, life transitions, and daily stressors.
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Lauren Mellone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94702  (Online Only)
Hi there! Finding a therapist can be a daunting task. Perhaps you're seeking extra support during a hard time, wanting to enhance your relationship(s), or feeling ready to explore some shadowy areas in your self. Maybe you are facing some existential or spiritual questions, and seeking personal transformation. All of these are vulnerable pursuits, and you want to find a therapist that feels comfortable for you! I'd love to talk with you and see if our connection feels right for the special work ahead of you.
Hi there! Finding a therapist can be a daunting task. Perhaps you're seeking extra support during a hard time, wanting to enhance your relationship(s), or feeling ready to explore some shadowy areas in your self. Maybe you are facing some existential or spiritual questions, and seeking personal transformation. All of these are vulnerable pursuits, and you want to find a therapist that feels comfortable for you! I'd love to talk with you and see if our connection feels right for the special work ahead of you.
(415) 384-5733 View (415) 384-5733
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Claire Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
I love to come alongside women in their various seasons of life and work with them through depression, anxiety, relational conflict, eating disorder, past trauma, and women's issues. I also enjoy the lively dynamic of working with couples! It's been over 15 years since I started counseling and it's been a privilege seeing people work though difficulties.
I love to come alongside women in their various seasons of life and work with them through depression, anxiety, relational conflict, eating disorder, past trauma, and women's issues. I also enjoy the lively dynamic of working with couples! It's been over 15 years since I started counseling and it's been a privilege seeing people work though difficulties.
(341) 895-6297 View (341) 895-6297
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Christy Tadros
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
During this challenging time it is normal to be experiencing some anxiety, nervousness or restlessness. Being home and having major changes in routines can be disorienting for many and trigger impairing mental health conditions. I am offering Telehealth sessions to support people in maintaining mental, emotional and physical health. I provide evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are holistic and multiculturally sensitive.
During this challenging time it is normal to be experiencing some anxiety, nervousness or restlessness. Being home and having major changes in routines can be disorienting for many and trigger impairing mental health conditions. I am offering Telehealth sessions to support people in maintaining mental, emotional and physical health. I provide evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are holistic and multiculturally sensitive.
(628) 266-4174 View (628) 266-4174
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Arielle Balbus
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94702
Life is messy. As we all navigate it the best we can, a lot of us find survival strategies that make sense at the time but don’t serve us in the long run. If you or your child are having trouble in relationships, feeling consistently down or anxious, or finding yourself stuck in painful past experiences, therapy can help identify patterns that don’t serve you and build practices that enable you to thrive. ​
Life is messy. As we all navigate it the best we can, a lot of us find survival strategies that make sense at the time but don’t serve us in the long run. If you or your child are having trouble in relationships, feeling consistently down or anxious, or finding yourself stuck in painful past experiences, therapy can help identify patterns that don’t serve you and build practices that enable you to thrive. ​
(510) 240-8582 View (510) 240-8582
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Brandi Ann Plumley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94702
I believe young adulthood is a unique time in one's life and I feel strongly that having an ally on your side can help you find your next best step forward and build resiliency. I enjoy working with young adults and young professionals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, loss and life transitions. In addition, I also work with Healthcare professionals who are seeking a healthier way to work through burnout symptoms ( PTSD, Depression and Anxiety) and cope with the emotional demands of their job.
I believe young adulthood is a unique time in one's life and I feel strongly that having an ally on your side can help you find your next best step forward and build resiliency. I enjoy working with young adults and young professionals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, loss and life transitions. In addition, I also work with Healthcare professionals who are seeking a healthier way to work through burnout symptoms ( PTSD, Depression and Anxiety) and cope with the emotional demands of their job.
(510) 439-9837 View (510) 439-9837
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.