Therapists in Oakland, CA

Hello! I'm Miranda Dinkins, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I thrive to offer professional therapy services that provide a comforting, warm, and inviting space for individuals to feel safe. Where individuals will have the opportunity to practice experiencing true emotions, processing past traumas, and mending scars in a healthy and appropriate way to eventually develop self-love, acceptance of self and identity, and confidence in taking on the next steps in life.

Hi! My name is Crystal Sarbuland. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who is experienced in multi/dual cultural challenges, life transitions, faith counseling, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I help you explore your thinking patterns in order to identify, challenge and reframe them in order to improve and/or challenge your view of yourself, the world around you and others. I often use a multi-modal approach in order to use every tool available that has the potential to benefit my clients.

With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.

My priority as a counselor is to create a safe and supportive space where individuals are free to express and find their authentic self. My hope is that this will be a space where you will feel heard, known, and seen.

What guided you to our site today? You may be feeling unhappy, anxious, and unfulfilled. You know there must be more out there, but you can’t figure out what. You are living comfortably in Silicon Valley, but you’re not happy. Your life is not how you imagined it to be. We provide a down-to-earth but data-driven approach that keeps you comfortable while working towards lasting results and peace of mind. We utilize evidence-based tools to help you improve your feelings, achieve your goals, and navigate life’s problems promptly. We are with you every step of the way as we help you take the first step forward in the right direction.

Even though it may be difficult to reach out at this time. Are you struggling? Are you having a challenging time managing things or going through a painful change? Do you need some help, support or assistance? This is more common than you may think and you are not alone. I am a bilingual and bicultural LMFT in Spanish and English and can work with multiple generations. Sometimes getting some help for ourselves or our loved ones can make a meaningful difference.

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.

Welcome! Are you ready to make positive changes in yourself and in relationships? If you are not sure that’s okay too. You took the first step by coming here. I am a Marriage Family Therapist with over 9 years of experience, working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track and support you on your journey. Therapy is a process that leads to self-discovery and change, let me assist you in gaining the skills you need to be a better version of you and reaching your goals and gaining a positive outlook on life.

Do you ever feel like you give so much of yourself to love and help others but they don't love you back in the same way? Are you burnt out and exhausted from feeling like people around you take advantage of how you jump all in, in loving them? Do you feel resentful of these relationships? Perhaps you feel like if you don't love them the extra 9 miles, then they won't love you at all or that they will leave you. Sometimes this causes us anxiety and feelings of depression that paralyzes us to live life.

I enjoy working with teens and adults who is looking for relief from trauma, anxiety, depression, and grief. Many of these stressors can lead to a crisis, substance abuse, and thoughts of suicide. Wanting to find relief from these struggles can be daunting, yet it is possible. I believe that each individual needs to be considered as a whole and the therapy process should be tailored to their individual needs and personal circumstances.

I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families who are experiencing difficulties with emotional stress such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, behavioral issues such as ADHD, defiant, and oppositional behaviors, culture-related stress such as immigration and issues regarding identity including gender variant clients. I love helping couples and use Emotionally Focus Therapy in addition to CBT techniques.

Greetings, my name is Pamela "Nsoroma" James, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am client centered and approach therapy with the therapeutic modality I assess will fit your needs. I partner with my client to discover and come to a place of enlightenment and empowerment while jointly coming up with solutions, providing tools and developing skills. In addition, to working with the general population I am dedicated to working with individuals, couples, and families of diverse cultures that have faced generational trauma and stress.

I enjoy working with clients impacted by trauma stress depression anxiety and struggling with life's challenges. The therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of health, wellbeing and success. I use therapeutic modalities of cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, relationship building practices which include supporting clients' Individual values and cultural experiences. I also am trained in dialectical behavioral therapy and trauma focused therapy. I work with all ages from approximately 8 years old to 100 years old. I am empathic, caring, supportive and resourceful

I am a client-centered and faith-based clinician offering my dedication, compassion, and generous helping nature at your convenience.

Are you lonely, feeling depressed and hopeless thinking that life has passed you by? Are you struggling with a transition in your life: empty nest, divorce, newly married, or the loss of a loved one or a new job? I have worked with individuals, couples and families struggling with these issues. I help clients acquire direction and tools to move beyond old "non working"patterns in their lives. I work to see your growth through empowerment, direction and education.