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Neda Nguyen Baraghani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94611  (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with those who struggle with relationships and boundary setting, and clients who struggle with balancing differing sets of expectations due to cultural, physical, or mental factors. I also work with couples from differing backgrounds to deepen mutual understanding and couples struggling through a difficult phase in their relationship looking to increase communication and understanding. I work well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, immigrant and first and second generation individuals and families, mixed race or multicultural individuals, and those who are struggling with chronic illness.
I am passionate about working with those who struggle with relationships and boundary setting, and clients who struggle with balancing differing sets of expectations due to cultural, physical, or mental factors. I also work with couples from differing backgrounds to deepen mutual understanding and couples struggling through a difficult phase in their relationship looking to increase communication and understanding. I work well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, immigrant and first and second generation individuals and families, mixed race or multicultural individuals, and those who are struggling with chronic illness.
(510) 800-2874 View (510) 800-2874
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Austin Heafey
Psychologist, MFT, Psy D
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94611
Everyone deserves support– life can be overwhelming. Our sessions provide a safe, encouraging space for you to slow down and focus on what’s important. As an advocate for you, your family, or your child, we create solutions that help you find healing.
Everyone deserves support– life can be overwhelming. Our sessions provide a safe, encouraging space for you to slow down and focus on what’s important. As an advocate for you, your family, or your child, we create solutions that help you find healing.
(415) 594-4159 View (415) 594-4159
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Vaughn L Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94608
I am a thought leader and teacher and I share the knowledge I have acquired through formal education and life experience. I view therapy as a spiritual path to expand, grow, and evolve as a human being. I will guide you to an awareness and understanding of your thoughts and underlying beliefs which contribute to your actions and decision making. I use a holistic approach that is warm and supportive for Individuals, couples, families and other forms of relationships. Together we'll establish an environment for you to develop the strengths and strategies which will guide you to goal achievement.
I am a thought leader and teacher and I share the knowledge I have acquired through formal education and life experience. I view therapy as a spiritual path to expand, grow, and evolve as a human being. I will guide you to an awareness and understanding of your thoughts and underlying beliefs which contribute to your actions and decision making. I use a holistic approach that is warm and supportive for Individuals, couples, families and other forms of relationships. Together we'll establish an environment for you to develop the strengths and strategies which will guide you to goal achievement.
(510) 573-7314 View (510) 573-7314

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Arwin Cotas-Girard, PsyD, Psychologist in Oakland, CA
Arwin Cotas-Girard, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lafayette, CA 94549
Waitlist for new clients
With children, I enjoy using play therapy, art, and other techniques that allow my young clients to express themselves beyond words.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in child and adolescent therapy and comprehensive psychological assessment services for all ages. I also specialize in the evaluation of Autism Spectrum Disorder, particularly for girls and women. I am trained in Therapeutic Assessments and consider my evaluations to be brief therapeutic interventions that may allow healing and change to occur through the process of self-discovery and reworking of narratives. I work collaboratively with my clients, their caregivers, and other important people and systems in their lives to gain a comprehensive understanding of their needs.
With children, I enjoy using play therapy, art, and other techniques that allow my young clients to express themselves beyond words.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in child and adolescent therapy and comprehensive psychological assessment services for all ages. I also specialize in the evaluation of Autism Spectrum Disorder, particularly for girls and women. I am trained in Therapeutic Assessments and consider my evaluations to be brief therapeutic interventions that may allow healing and change to occur through the process of self-discovery and reworking of narratives. I work collaboratively with my clients, their caregivers, and other important people and systems in their lives to gain a comprehensive understanding of their needs.
(925) 212-4757 View (925) 212-4757

Online Therapists

Photo of Sora Yoon, Marriage & Family Therapist in Oakland, CA
Sora Yoon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
I am trained in Child Parent Psychotherapy & Art Therapy.
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
I am trained in Child Parent Psychotherapy & Art Therapy.
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
(925) 297-4815 View (925) 297-4815
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Megan Bradley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brentwood, CA 94513
I also utilize Art and Play Therapy techniques and use clear and concrete self-regulation interventions.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surfaces and causes disruption with relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients and families towards their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their goals.
I also utilize Art and Play Therapy techniques and use clear and concrete self-regulation interventions.
During stressful times, constant worrying, anxiety, anger, and sadness surfaces and causes disruption with relationships, sleep, eating habits, and health. I strongly believe in the mind and body connection and, with help, stress can be an opportunity for emotional growth. I utilize my clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to motivate clients and families towards their own emotional growth. I tailor various therapeutic approaches according to what works for my client and what my client needs to meet their goals.
(925) 318-9684 View (925) 318-9684
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Honeycomb Wellness Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102  (Online Only)
We believe that the value of your health goes beyond just your physical health. Emotional, psychological and social health are important in creating overall health and well being. It is our goal at Honeycomb Group to help you become the person, couple or family you want to be, and uncover your full potential.
We believe that the value of your health goes beyond just your physical health. Emotional, psychological and social health are important in creating overall health and well being. It is our goal at Honeycomb Group to help you become the person, couple or family you want to be, and uncover your full potential.
(415) 338-9366 View (415) 338-9366
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Ruth Cohn
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
I don't have a specific client that is "ideal" as every client has their own unique history and backstory. I definitely look forward to meeting with people who are interested in self-growth but I also enjoy helping people get to the point to where the may be ready to work on their self-growth. If you are reading this, you would probably be the ideal client since you have taken the first step in just having that thought in your head about maybe it is time to give yourself the love you give to others and focusing on yourself.
I don't have a specific client that is "ideal" as every client has their own unique history and backstory. I definitely look forward to meeting with people who are interested in self-growth but I also enjoy helping people get to the point to where the may be ready to work on their self-growth. If you are reading this, you would probably be the ideal client since you have taken the first step in just having that thought in your head about maybe it is time to give yourself the love you give to others and focusing on yourself.
(916) 269-4853 View (916) 269-4853
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Evagelia A. Keilo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
Each of us are unique individuals; complex and ever-changing. We are often affected by family, relationships, work, and even spiritual dynamics. I strive to understand my clients' point of view so that I may collaboratively develop a treatment plan that is as unique as they are.
Each of us are unique individuals; complex and ever-changing. We are often affected by family, relationships, work, and even spiritual dynamics. I strive to understand my clients' point of view so that I may collaboratively develop a treatment plan that is as unique as they are.
(650) 297-2576 View (650) 297-2576
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Liana Unger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Anselmo, CA 94960  (Online Only)
I am a therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 76693) in California with a Masters in Social Work from The University of Southern California. I’ve helped people of all ages, genders, and orientations and strive to form relationships with my clients built on trust, collaboration, and respect.
I am a therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 76693) in California with a Masters in Social Work from The University of Southern California. I’ve helped people of all ages, genders, and orientations and strive to form relationships with my clients built on trust, collaboration, and respect.
(310) 340-1287 View (310) 340-1287
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Sheela Joshi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
My objective is to make your life better now and into the future. Therapists helped me over the years, taught and inspired me to become one. I pivoted to my career as a therapist 16 years after earning a B.A. in Economics at University of Chicago. I earned my LCSW at Smith College. I'm a mother of two and a first-generation child of immigrants. In my practice I want you to make the most of your time with me. I work with a range of clients, from executives to college students. My office is tucked into hills and trees. Clients are from my town, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Kentfield, Tiburon, San Francisco and the South Bay. I Zoom too.
My objective is to make your life better now and into the future. Therapists helped me over the years, taught and inspired me to become one. I pivoted to my career as a therapist 16 years after earning a B.A. in Economics at University of Chicago. I earned my LCSW at Smith College. I'm a mother of two and a first-generation child of immigrants. In my practice I want you to make the most of your time with me. I work with a range of clients, from executives to college students. My office is tucked into hills and trees. Clients are from my town, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Kentfield, Tiburon, San Francisco and the South Bay. I Zoom too.
(617) 275-3982 x617275 View (617) 275-3982 x617275
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Janette Giralico-Wyman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. My orientation is attachment based therapies.  I specialize in attachment based trauma focused techniques to include Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which I utilize in my work with adults, couples, and families.
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. My orientation is attachment based therapies.  I specialize in attachment based trauma focused techniques to include Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which I utilize in my work with adults, couples, and families.
(530) 232-4615 View (530) 232-4615
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Valle de Salinas Behavioral Health
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Salinas, CA 93901
¿Te preocupas todo el tiempo? ¿Te sientes mal o deprimido? ¿Experimentas pensamientos negativos? ¿Tienes problemas en tus relaciones? ¿Luchas por mantener un equilibrio entre las responsabilidades y los desafíos cotidianos? ¡Podemos ayudarte! Lo guiaremos a través del manejo de la ansiedad, la depresión o el aumento del estrés que puede surgir de problemas de relación, conflictos familiares, divorcio, separación, dificultades de crianza, trauma, enfermedad, pérdida u otros factores estresantes. Ofrecemos terapia individual, de pareja y familiar diseñada para sus necesidades personales.
¿Te preocupas todo el tiempo? ¿Te sientes mal o deprimido? ¿Experimentas pensamientos negativos? ¿Tienes problemas en tus relaciones? ¿Luchas por mantener un equilibrio entre las responsabilidades y los desafíos cotidianos? ¡Podemos ayudarte! Lo guiaremos a través del manejo de la ansiedad, la depresión o el aumento del estrés que puede surgir de problemas de relación, conflictos familiares, divorcio, separación, dificultades de crianza, trauma, enfermedad, pérdida u otros factores estresantes. Ofrecemos terapia individual, de pareja y familiar diseñada para sus necesidades personales.
(831) 215-4143 View (831) 215-4143
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Gonzales Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
At Gonzales Family Counseling, it is our honor to develop a client centered relationship in order to promote hope, healing, and accessing one's best self. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, parents, and families.
At Gonzales Family Counseling, it is our honor to develop a client centered relationship in order to promote hope, healing, and accessing one's best self. We work with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, parents, and families.
(707) 267-2477 View (707) 267-2477
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Madison Ledda- Simmons
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Nice to meet you! I am proud of you for reaching out for help and exploring your options for your mental health. One of the hardest parts about asking for help is asking for help! You are already taking a step in the right direction for yourself, your partner, your child, or your family. I believe in one step at a time and that not "one way" is the "right way." This is your therapeutic journey, and I will walk alongside you to support and listen to you and provide you with tools to start healing your past, present, and future. I strive to cultivate an environment for my clients that feel comfortable, calming, accepting, and open.
Nice to meet you! I am proud of you for reaching out for help and exploring your options for your mental health. One of the hardest parts about asking for help is asking for help! You are already taking a step in the right direction for yourself, your partner, your child, or your family. I believe in one step at a time and that not "one way" is the "right way." This is your therapeutic journey, and I will walk alongside you to support and listen to you and provide you with tools to start healing your past, present, and future. I strive to cultivate an environment for my clients that feel comfortable, calming, accepting, and open.
(408) 542-0427 View (408) 542-0427
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Shawna Cobabe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
I have worked with children, families, individuals and couples in many different capacities before finding my calling as a therapist. I have specialized training in couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, PTSD/trauma, adoption and foster care, anxiety and depression, and other mental illness, life changes, grief and loss. I also work with adolescents who are struggling in school or with behavior problems, defiance, and depression and anxiety. **Some evening, as well as Facetime (great for teens), Zoom or phone appts available.
I have worked with children, families, individuals and couples in many different capacities before finding my calling as a therapist. I have specialized training in couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, PTSD/trauma, adoption and foster care, anxiety and depression, and other mental illness, life changes, grief and loss. I also work with adolescents who are struggling in school or with behavior problems, defiance, and depression and anxiety. **Some evening, as well as Facetime (great for teens), Zoom or phone appts available.
(925) 329-6259 View (925) 329-6259
Photo of Elizabeth Kovacevich, Marriage & Family Therapist in Oakland, CA
Elizabeth Kovacevich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Soquel, CA 95073
For over 30 years I have been helping my clients to discover new ways to deal with their problems and to begin thriving rather than merely surviving in their lives. My greatest strength is moving people from crisis to change. My openness and forthright style with clients provide them the opportunity for understanding, personal growth, and change. I view therapy as an educational as well as therapeutic experience. My style is primarily interactive. I am supportive, caring and process oriented. I have extensive experience with mental health, hospitals and schools. I love working with people in all stages and ages of their lives!
For over 30 years I have been helping my clients to discover new ways to deal with their problems and to begin thriving rather than merely surviving in their lives. My greatest strength is moving people from crisis to change. My openness and forthright style with clients provide them the opportunity for understanding, personal growth, and change. I view therapy as an educational as well as therapeutic experience. My style is primarily interactive. I am supportive, caring and process oriented. I have extensive experience with mental health, hospitals and schools. I love working with people in all stages and ages of their lives!
(831) 272-4983 View (831) 272-4983
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Keystone Therapy & Training Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Sometimes looking for what you need is harder than you thought. Our Keystone team provides services that meet people in the different stages in their lives and goes along side you through your own self-determined growth process.
Sometimes looking for what you need is harder than you thought. Our Keystone team provides services that meet people in the different stages in their lives and goes along side you through your own self-determined growth process.
(707) 602-3812 View (707) 602-3812
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Frances Rivera (Deep Wellness Center)
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Modesto, CA 95356
Life is full of twists and turns and can become overwhelming at times. Therapy is an effective way to deal with life’s roadblocks. Seeking help is often misunderstood but should be seen as a strength. Let me help guide you on the right path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families, joining with them to process their thoughts and emotions, and create clear, achievable goals. I believe that there are reasons for all behaviors and once understood can be life changing.
Life is full of twists and turns and can become overwhelming at times. Therapy is an effective way to deal with life’s roadblocks. Seeking help is often misunderstood but should be seen as a strength. Let me help guide you on the right path. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families, joining with them to process their thoughts and emotions, and create clear, achievable goals. I believe that there are reasons for all behaviors and once understood can be life changing.
(209) 219-3211 View (209) 219-3211
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Samantha Nadia Terriss
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, SE, MBS
Verified Verified
Fairfax, CA 94930
If you are wanting more awareness and skills to support you in feeling grounded centered and vital, then I would like to be of support. You may feel fatigued, have a loss of focus, distracted by over thinking, challenged by strong feelings and social interactions. You may be low or high functioning and yet still feel some of the above concerns. Anxious moments and/or depressive waves may be disrupting your sense of peace and you want new ways to interact with these moments so they can be lessened and life to become more easeful. You may be observing patterns in yourself and how you relate that you wish to shift and need some tools.
If you are wanting more awareness and skills to support you in feeling grounded centered and vital, then I would like to be of support. You may feel fatigued, have a loss of focus, distracted by over thinking, challenged by strong feelings and social interactions. You may be low or high functioning and yet still feel some of the above concerns. Anxious moments and/or depressive waves may be disrupting your sense of peace and you want new ways to interact with these moments so they can be lessened and life to become more easeful. You may be observing patterns in yourself and how you relate that you wish to shift and need some tools.
(510) 967-5772 View (510) 967-5772

Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.