Therapists in 94901
Strengths-based therapy building resilience in youth in the face of life's inevitable challenges.
Strengths-based therapy building resilience in youth in the face of life's inevitable challenges.
Whatever has led you to seek support, from feeling stuck in painful patterns to having the same conversations with your partner that seem to go nowhere or sensing that something needs to change, I offer a safe, collaborative, and authentic space to work towards change at your pace. I bring warmth and authenticity to the therapeutic relationship in order to attune to your emotions and understand your lived experience without the risk of judgment or shame. Through a trusting, co-created therapeutic alliance, we work toward healing emotional pain by making sense of your experiences and allowing new ways of relating to emerge.
Whatever has led you to seek support, from feeling stuck in painful patterns to having the same conversations with your partner that seem to go nowhere or sensing that something needs to change, I offer a safe, collaborative, and authentic space to work towards change at your pace. I bring warmth and authenticity to the therapeutic relationship in order to attune to your emotions and understand your lived experience without the risk of judgment or shame. Through a trusting, co-created therapeutic alliance, we work toward healing emotional pain by making sense of your experiences and allowing new ways of relating to emerge.
If you are feeling disconnected or wanting to learn how to more deeply connect to yourself or those you are in relationship with, therapy can be a place to learn a different way of relating.
I see therapy as a collaborative place for you to grow in the direction that you want and to reset your vitality. I have a strength in working with: couples who want to nurture their bond or need relational resources; people who want more emotional strength and capacity for intimacy; people dealing with the impacts of sexual or relational trauma; people who want to grow relational skills and meet challenges in growth with increasing capacity.
If you are feeling disconnected or wanting to learn how to more deeply connect to yourself or those you are in relationship with, therapy can be a place to learn a different way of relating.
I see therapy as a collaborative place for you to grow in the direction that you want and to reset your vitality. I have a strength in working with: couples who want to nurture their bond or need relational resources; people who want more emotional strength and capacity for intimacy; people dealing with the impacts of sexual or relational trauma; people who want to grow relational skills and meet challenges in growth with increasing capacity.
I am here to help. Whatever you may be navigating - anxiety, relationship challenges, overwhelming emotions or patterns that feel hard to change - we’ll work together to understand what’s contributing to these experiences and identify pathways toward relief, resilience, and growth. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, meeting you where you are and supporting you in moving forward at a pace that feels grounded and sustainable. My style is warm, thoughtful, and engaged. I aim to create a safe, affirming space where you feel supported in exploring both your challenges and your strengths.
I am here to help. Whatever you may be navigating - anxiety, relationship challenges, overwhelming emotions or patterns that feel hard to change - we’ll work together to understand what’s contributing to these experiences and identify pathways toward relief, resilience, and growth. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, meeting you where you are and supporting you in moving forward at a pace that feels grounded and sustainable. My style is warm, thoughtful, and engaged. I aim to create a safe, affirming space where you feel supported in exploring both your challenges and your strengths.
Welcome to my Buddhist and Soul-Centered Psychotherapy practice. With an unshakeable belief in your ability to heal and thrive, and 20 years of helping clients through their darkest nights of soul - a sanctuary of trust, nurturing wisdom and deep healing is here for you. We will explore your inner world and the power of holistic and spiritual psychotherapies - mindfulness and body-based therapies that transform people's lives. I specialize in working with adults who need help with the sometimes devastating and often overwhelming symptoms that grief, loss, anxiety and crisis may bring. You deserve to have a village of support!
Welcome to my Buddhist and Soul-Centered Psychotherapy practice. With an unshakeable belief in your ability to heal and thrive, and 20 years of helping clients through their darkest nights of soul - a sanctuary of trust, nurturing wisdom and deep healing is here for you. We will explore your inner world and the power of holistic and spiritual psychotherapies - mindfulness and body-based therapies that transform people's lives. I specialize in working with adults who need help with the sometimes devastating and often overwhelming symptoms that grief, loss, anxiety and crisis may bring. You deserve to have a village of support!
With 20+ years of experience, I work with individual adults, teens, couples and families using a relational model integrating DBT, family systems and self-compassion perspectives. I can help you build an increased understanding of yourself and learn new ways to cope with life’s challenges, big or small. Whether you are struggling with a recent transition or have been experiencing severe symptoms for some time I am here to help. Having worked in subacute psychiatric settings for many years I am skilled at helping clients and their families understand and manage behaviors and symptoms that some other clinicians are hesitant to treat.
With 20+ years of experience, I work with individual adults, teens, couples and families using a relational model integrating DBT, family systems and self-compassion perspectives. I can help you build an increased understanding of yourself and learn new ways to cope with life’s challenges, big or small. Whether you are struggling with a recent transition or have been experiencing severe symptoms for some time I am here to help. Having worked in subacute psychiatric settings for many years I am skilled at helping clients and their families understand and manage behaviors and symptoms that some other clinicians are hesitant to treat.
Are you feeling stuck — living in patterns that made sense once, but no longer feel like you? Maybe a relationship feels strained, family dynamics have shifted, or something inside you is quietly asking for more. Whatever brought you here, I am glad you are looking.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready for real change — not just understanding why they feel stuck, but actually feeling different in their lives and relationships. My approach is warm, direct, and relational, creating a space where you can show up honestly and begin moving forward in a way that feels genuinely yours.
Are you feeling stuck — living in patterns that made sense once, but no longer feel like you? Maybe a relationship feels strained, family dynamics have shifted, or something inside you is quietly asking for more. Whatever brought you here, I am glad you are looking.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready for real change — not just understanding why they feel stuck, but actually feeling different in their lives and relationships. My approach is warm, direct, and relational, creating a space where you can show up honestly and begin moving forward in a way that feels genuinely yours.
Are you or someone you care about facing relationship challenges, dealing with addiction, or struggling with disordered eating? Perhaps you're navigating the journey of abuse recovery, seeking freedom from trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by work stress and perfectionism. Even if everything appears "fine" on the outside, you might be wrestling with inner conflicts such as anxiety, depression, or the pressure to be perfect. It’s essential to have a safe space for reflection, healing, and reclaiming your peace and purpose. No matter your struggles, I’m here to provide compassionate support. I specialize in working with women and teens.
Are you or someone you care about facing relationship challenges, dealing with addiction, or struggling with disordered eating? Perhaps you're navigating the journey of abuse recovery, seeking freedom from trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by work stress and perfectionism. Even if everything appears "fine" on the outside, you might be wrestling with inner conflicts such as anxiety, depression, or the pressure to be perfect. It’s essential to have a safe space for reflection, healing, and reclaiming your peace and purpose. No matter your struggles, I’m here to provide compassionate support. I specialize in working with women and teens.
I assume you're here because you're struggling in some way, and that whatever you've been doing in your life to deal with your pain simply isn't working any longer. So you've hit a kind of impasse, and you're unable to work around the pain, manage it, ignore it. My clients usually find me through some kind of loss - a divorce or relationship upset, an illness or other transitional experience - often accompanied by difficult feelings and behaviors. Taken together, the result is a crisis of meaning and a radical disruption of the status quo of their lives.
I assume you're here because you're struggling in some way, and that whatever you've been doing in your life to deal with your pain simply isn't working any longer. So you've hit a kind of impasse, and you're unable to work around the pain, manage it, ignore it. My clients usually find me through some kind of loss - a divorce or relationship upset, an illness or other transitional experience - often accompanied by difficult feelings and behaviors. Taken together, the result is a crisis of meaning and a radical disruption of the status quo of their lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck? Maybe you and your partner are repeating painful relationship patterns, struggling to communicate, and longing to heal & reconnect? Or perhaps your teen is struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, or emotional overwhelm. I work with couples, teens and adults navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Using psychodynamic therapy & CBT, we’ll uncover patterns, build practical tools, and create lasting change. I welcome BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ clients and provide a warm, affirming space where you feel seen, supported, and understood.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or stuck? Maybe you and your partner are repeating painful relationship patterns, struggling to communicate, and longing to heal & reconnect? Or perhaps your teen is struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, or emotional overwhelm. I work with couples, teens and adults navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Using psychodynamic therapy & CBT, we’ll uncover patterns, build practical tools, and create lasting change. I welcome BIPOC & LGBTQIA+ clients and provide a warm, affirming space where you feel seen, supported, and understood.
Messy Parenting Therapy - Katelyn Vandever
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
9 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94901
Parenting, major life transitions, or navigating ADHD can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and unsure of who you are anymore. You might be holding it all together on the outside, but inside you're burnt out, scattered, or stuck in old patterns. You want to feel more present, more grounded, and more like yourself—not just a version of who others need you to be. You’re craving clarity, self-compassion, and support that actually fits your life. Therapy can help you unmask, reconnect, and move forward in a way that honors your needs. I also support couples in navigating the challenges of parenthood together.
Parenting, major life transitions, or navigating ADHD can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and unsure of who you are anymore. You might be holding it all together on the outside, but inside you're burnt out, scattered, or stuck in old patterns. You want to feel more present, more grounded, and more like yourself—not just a version of who others need you to be. You’re craving clarity, self-compassion, and support that actually fits your life. Therapy can help you unmask, reconnect, and move forward in a way that honors your needs. I also support couples in navigating the challenges of parenthood together.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Is your heart broken, hurting or closed off because of grief? Do you feel numb, have trouble concentrating? Do you feel like you are on a roller coaster of emotional energy? You may feel like your heart has closed due to marital distress or separation. You may feel resentment, disconnect, anger, anxiety, a loss of trust and a sense of betrayal in your relationship. You may find yourself facing questions you have never faced before. I can be the therapist there with you as you work through all these painful feelings.
Is your heart broken, hurting or closed off because of grief? Do you feel numb, have trouble concentrating? Do you feel like you are on a roller coaster of emotional energy? You may feel like your heart has closed due to marital distress or separation. You may feel resentment, disconnect, anger, anxiety, a loss of trust and a sense of betrayal in your relationship. You may find yourself facing questions you have never faced before. I can be the therapist there with you as you work through all these painful feelings.
Life gets messy. Life gets hard. Sometimes we need help getting it all sorted out. I have over 20 years of clinical experience working with adult individuals, teens and couples. I love helping people get to the heart of an issue and finding their way through it with greater ease, openness and resilience.
Life gets messy. Life gets hard. Sometimes we need help getting it all sorted out. I have over 20 years of clinical experience working with adult individuals, teens and couples. I love helping people get to the heart of an issue and finding their way through it with greater ease, openness and resilience.
Whether you're facing challenging symptoms, relationship struggles, or a sense that life could feel more fulfilling, psychotherapy can help. As a therapist, I see my role as helping you feel more empowered, alive, and connected to your vision for your life. For many of the people I work with, therapy is a new experience—and I invite you to explore how it can offer the tools and support to create meaningful change.
Whether you're facing challenging symptoms, relationship struggles, or a sense that life could feel more fulfilling, psychotherapy can help. As a therapist, I see my role as helping you feel more empowered, alive, and connected to your vision for your life. For many of the people I work with, therapy is a new experience—and I invite you to explore how it can offer the tools and support to create meaningful change.
I can help you feel good again in your life. You may have tried therapy before or talking with friends and family. But the real, tangible changes that you want haven't happened. I can help you create meaningful, lasting change by guiding you in experiential therapy that reformulates you in body, mind, soul and spirit. Licensed in CA and WA, I specialize in working with: Pre-teens, teens and young adults, couples and families- including acting out behaviors, conflicts with teens, discipline, substance abuse, etc.; Men's issues- including relationships, connecting with or managing emotions, career issues and life transitions.
I can help you feel good again in your life. You may have tried therapy before or talking with friends and family. But the real, tangible changes that you want haven't happened. I can help you create meaningful, lasting change by guiding you in experiential therapy that reformulates you in body, mind, soul and spirit. Licensed in CA and WA, I specialize in working with: Pre-teens, teens and young adults, couples and families- including acting out behaviors, conflicts with teens, discipline, substance abuse, etc.; Men's issues- including relationships, connecting with or managing emotions, career issues and life transitions.
We all need help sometimes. I appreciate the vulnerability in reaching out for support, and I applaud you in valuing yourself enough to do so! Whether you're feeling numb, anxious, depressed, distant, chaotic, or you simply feel "off", therapy can totally help. I work with a variety of issues, but I specialize in treating anxiety and the struggles associated with infertility. I have a background in yoga and somatic/body-oriented psychotherapy which is really useful for treating trauma-related issues. If you're curious about yourself and ready to develop a more grounded way of being in this world, I'd love to work with you.
We all need help sometimes. I appreciate the vulnerability in reaching out for support, and I applaud you in valuing yourself enough to do so! Whether you're feeling numb, anxious, depressed, distant, chaotic, or you simply feel "off", therapy can totally help. I work with a variety of issues, but I specialize in treating anxiety and the struggles associated with infertility. I have a background in yoga and somatic/body-oriented psychotherapy which is really useful for treating trauma-related issues. If you're curious about yourself and ready to develop a more grounded way of being in this world, I'd love to work with you.
We'll work on maximizing enriching relationships and minimize what drains your life. Depression, anxiety, and loneliness can be draining. And family estrangement is a common strategy for minimizing the drain. Adult children or parents can make the heartbreaking choice to cut off from a family they can't tolerate, leaving others fearful, helpless, hurt and confused. From either point of view my job is not to tell you what to do. I'll help you to distinguish your need from the strategy so that you'll know what's best for you. Regardless of the best strategy for you, the goal is to have meaningful connection in your life.
We'll work on maximizing enriching relationships and minimize what drains your life. Depression, anxiety, and loneliness can be draining. And family estrangement is a common strategy for minimizing the drain. Adult children or parents can make the heartbreaking choice to cut off from a family they can't tolerate, leaving others fearful, helpless, hurt and confused. From either point of view my job is not to tell you what to do. I'll help you to distinguish your need from the strategy so that you'll know what's best for you. Regardless of the best strategy for you, the goal is to have meaningful connection in your life.
Adulting can be hard. When you have a lot going on, tasks go undone. Things pile up. So do anxiety, guilt and fear. Past issues complicate your current struggles. Sluggishness, overwhelm, regret and sadness come on. Focusing and making decisions gets cloudy. It can be hard to prioritize and get back on track. Feelings that have been pushed aside can be in your way. Can you even remember the last time you truly felt relaxed? Figuring out your feelings, where you hold them in your body and where they come from helps get to the root cause and start to heal it.
Adulting can be hard. When you have a lot going on, tasks go undone. Things pile up. So do anxiety, guilt and fear. Past issues complicate your current struggles. Sluggishness, overwhelm, regret and sadness come on. Focusing and making decisions gets cloudy. It can be hard to prioritize and get back on track. Feelings that have been pushed aside can be in your way. Can you even remember the last time you truly felt relaxed? Figuring out your feelings, where you hold them in your body and where they come from helps get to the root cause and start to heal it.
I specialize in working with Children and Families, with a focus on building communication and cohesion within the family. How this works depends on the age of the child/youth and the needs of each family. I am currently not working with couples.
I specialize in working with Children and Families, with a focus on building communication and cohesion within the family. How this works depends on the age of the child/youth and the needs of each family. I am currently not working with couples.
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Number of Therapists in 94901
500+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in 94901 who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Social Anxiety |
| 92% | Health Anxiety |
| 92% | Driving Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 82% | Relationship Issues |
| 78% | Relationship Anxiety |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 69% | Aetna |
| 56% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 53% | Anthem |
How Therapists in 94901 see their clients
| 67% | In Person and Online | |
| 33% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |