Therapists in 94931

Practice areas include: diagnostics and understanding of complex issues including mood and thought disorders, trauma, substance abuse, marital and family struggles, phase of life challenges and aging & cognitive decline. Specialty work offered for identity-based communities. Practice limited to telehealth/online sessions only.

I have been licensed as a Psychologist (PhD-Doctor) since 2001. I received my Master's Degree in Psychology in December of 1988 and thus have 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist. In 2018, I published my first AudioBook, "Meditative Visualization; How 2 Minutes a Day Can Change Your Life," available via Amazon.com, iTunes.com, CDBaby.com, and more. I began meditating in 1998 & teaching Meditation +/-2004. My clients have asked me for years to publish my techniques on stress management, creating dynamically balanced lifestyles, problem-solving, goal setting, & creating internal resilience in our ever-changing world.

I specialize in high conflict divorce and anything divorce related. Whether you are needing co-parent counseling or therapy for your children, I can help. I also provide reunification counseling for children and parents that have been estranged for on reason or another. Parent Coordination (Special Master) is another specialty of mine.

I believe that therapy is an important opportunity in which to feel seen, heard, and validated, practice new skills for living, and deepen our insight into patterns of unhelpful thinking or doing.

We serve individuals and couples with a wide range of mental health needs. As attachment-based therapists, we believe that a felt sense of secure connection with others is of primary importance. We offer a corrective emotional experience in which you will get to feel securely bonded and emotionally safe. Our therapists focus on the present process unfolding in each session, attuning to you with empathy & responsiveness. We will help you see your strengths, make sense of your emotional life, & feel heard and validated, so you can develop a more positive & meaningful narrative about yourself & your life. Everybody’s behavior makes sense when we take the time to understand the good, adaptive reasons we developed those behaviors in the first place. We are wired for emotional connection and even our most seemingly negative behaviors are an attempt to feel loved, safe, & connected.

Do you feel you are not living authentically? Do you want to find your true self so that you can be fully present in your life and meet your goals and dreams? You will learn how to connect with yourself by learning creative ways for expression, removing obstacles, facing your fears, grieving, and ultimately finding your voice. My compassionate, direct, and humorous approach will help you feel safe as well as embraced and supported.

I know sometimes life can be hard, and it is difficult to seek out help from someone. Often my clients come to me nervous or hesitant to open up, but they notice that after even meeting only one time they feel better. I do my best to make sure you feel comfortable, and that you feel like you have someone that really cares and understands what you are going through. You do not have to do go through it alone! I am here and I want to help you. You can become a happier and healthier you!

Are you stuck in a cycle of tension, resentment and distrust with your business partner? Do you need help communicating effectively and moving past conflicts, leading to wasted time, money, and energy? Do you need to realign on vision, operations, or strategy? And ensure the survival of your personal and working relationships. As a therapist specializing in working with business partners and co-founders, I understand how these issues can impact your business and your life. Whether you're facing constant criticism, broken agreements, or disagreements about direction, I can help you both find solutions to collaborate and succeed.

There is nothing quite like emotional pain. We carry it with us everywhere. It messes up our life. Sometimes it makes us want to hide from other people; sometimes from ourselves. Sometimes we turn to various escapes to quiet that insistent feeling in our bodies. We look to one solution after another until we learn to mistrust every solution. And we are right. There is no one-size-fits-all answer. In fact, there isn't even a one-size-fits-all question. You are unique, and only you have the answer. My role is to help you find it.

I am a licensed psychotherapist and former hospice grief counselor. I am founder of The Way Through - Grief and Loss Services, in Sebastopol, CA. I offer a multi-dimensional approach to clients facing grief and loss life situations. If you or someone you know is having difficulty with a divorce, separation, death or dying of loved one, or loss of life situation we can help you find The Way Through. Services include crisis intervention, biopsychosocial assessment, grief counseling, EMDR treatment, PTSD treatment, support groups and couples counseling. We also work with loss through drug and alcohol addiction and recovery, providing support and community resources.

A therapist for more than 40 years, I am passionately committed to helping others learn, grow and heal. I specialize in working with clients who have PTSD. I've worked extensively with survivors of physical, emotional, sexual abuse and abandonment. I also focus on helping clients deal with the challenges of aging, illness and loss. I treat every person with respect, honesty and care. I base my approach to therapy on deep, reflective listening and the specific needs of each individual. I do everything I can to create and maintain trust.

Are you and your co-founder and business partner on the verge of a transition or expansion? You’ve put in tremendous effort to build your business, overcoming countless obstacles. While you’re proud of your achievements, the long hours and dedication have taken a toll on you both. You want your business to have a greater impact, but you're also fearful of losing the original spirit and dream as the expansion gains momentum. Before moving forward, address the cracks in the foundations of your business and partnership, and further grow your capacities. Misalignments make transitions and expansions even more difficult and complicated.