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Judy Brennan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
I specialize in working with children, families, adults, and couples, through a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship problems, transitions, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, childhood, and other life challenges. I have found that people benefit from different therapeutic modalities and methods to achieve their goals. Some of the modalities I find helpful in addition to Somatic Psychotherapy include EMDR, IFS, Mindfulness, Play, and Art Therapy.
I specialize in working with children, families, adults, and couples, through a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship problems, transitions, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, childhood, and other life challenges. I have found that people benefit from different therapeutic modalities and methods to achieve their goals. Some of the modalities I find helpful in addition to Somatic Psychotherapy include EMDR, IFS, Mindfulness, Play, and Art Therapy.
(925) 275-5178 View (925) 275-5178
Jenny J Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583  (Online Only)
Know Thyself! Jenny believes that everyone carries a powerful tool inside them that makes everything possible! By learning about the resources and positive inner-tools that you already own, you can better understand yourself, your troubles, and the choices that you can make. Jenny helps you to become aware of your options, while helping you understand how to utilize them with your inner-strengths and tools.
Know Thyself! Jenny believes that everyone carries a powerful tool inside them that makes everything possible! By learning about the resources and positive inner-tools that you already own, you can better understand yourself, your troubles, and the choices that you can make. Jenny helps you to become aware of your options, while helping you understand how to utilize them with your inner-strengths and tools.
(925) 386-2156 View (925) 386-2156
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Caitlyn Valle At Whole Life Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Are you worried about your child or family? It can be difficult when you family is struggling and it's normal to seek support. Caitlyn and her team at Whole Life Family Therapy have extensive experience helping children and families improve emotional well-being. She has advanced skill in helping children who struggle with self-control, regulation or disrupted connections, and supports in finding different ways to cope with challenging feelings. We have a passion to help each person, family or couple navigate life challenges and flourish as a family unit.
Are you worried about your child or family? It can be difficult when you family is struggling and it's normal to seek support. Caitlyn and her team at Whole Life Family Therapy have extensive experience helping children and families improve emotional well-being. She has advanced skill in helping children who struggle with self-control, regulation or disrupted connections, and supports in finding different ways to cope with challenging feelings. We have a passion to help each person, family or couple navigate life challenges and flourish as a family unit.
(925) 378-4032 View (925) 378-4032
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Kristin Hvizda
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Life, relationships, and family can be challenging. There may be growing pains and struggles at all stages, but you don't have to face those struggles alone. I am here to help. I am an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor with a passion for helping my clients recognize their needs and providing them with tools to meet them in a healthy way. I realize that the therapeutic process takes vulnerability, courage, and resilience. I encourage my clients and build upon their strengths while helping them examine the behaviors and beliefs that they hope to change.
Life, relationships, and family can be challenging. There may be growing pains and struggles at all stages, but you don't have to face those struggles alone. I am here to help. I am an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor with a passion for helping my clients recognize their needs and providing them with tools to meet them in a healthy way. I realize that the therapeutic process takes vulnerability, courage, and resilience. I encourage my clients and build upon their strengths while helping them examine the behaviors and beliefs that they hope to change.
(925) 744-8247 View (925) 744-8247
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Sarah Carter
Counselor, MS, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
You appear to have everything together, but they have no idea what you’re carrying on the inside. There is a constant voice in your head telling you that you’re not good enough, and if people really knew you, they’d reject you. You struggle with your mood and don’t know if you’ll ever feel better. The way you react to others is confusing and you wish you had more control. You hide everything from the world because it’s too overwhelming to admit what’s really going on. It often feels like if you can’t get it together, you’re never going to make it. I want you to know it does not always have to be this way.
You appear to have everything together, but they have no idea what you’re carrying on the inside. There is a constant voice in your head telling you that you’re not good enough, and if people really knew you, they’d reject you. You struggle with your mood and don’t know if you’ll ever feel better. The way you react to others is confusing and you wish you had more control. You hide everything from the world because it’s too overwhelming to admit what’s really going on. It often feels like if you can’t get it together, you’re never going to make it. I want you to know it does not always have to be this way.
(802) 210-1952 View (802) 210-1952
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Flavia DeCoite
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety disorders and trauma and bring warmth and creativity into my work.  Whether it’s exploration of feelings, a few minutes with paint or sand, or even a walk, I am passionate about meeting the client’s needs and committed to finding what works for each individual person.  I believe that within each of us lies the strength to reach our goals and psychotherapists are present to support and cheer us through the process of discovery.
I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety disorders and trauma and bring warmth and creativity into my work.  Whether it’s exploration of feelings, a few minutes with paint or sand, or even a walk, I am passionate about meeting the client’s needs and committed to finding what works for each individual person.  I believe that within each of us lies the strength to reach our goals and psychotherapists are present to support and cheer us through the process of discovery.
(925) 526-7449 View (925) 526-7449
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Treehouse Family Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
HELP! WE NEED HELP!!! Treehouse Family Counseling Services has successfully treated individuals and families in the Tri-Valley area for over 20 years. Life is full of challenges and sometimes those challenges need extra help to figure out. We are master level practitioners specializing in work with individuals, children, teens, adults and families. Do you need someone who will really listen and help you or your family members figure things out? We work as a treatment team to ensure that your family is thriving. Growth and healing start here because this is a safe place for the whole family heal.
HELP! WE NEED HELP!!! Treehouse Family Counseling Services has successfully treated individuals and families in the Tri-Valley area for over 20 years. Life is full of challenges and sometimes those challenges need extra help to figure out. We are master level practitioners specializing in work with individuals, children, teens, adults and families. Do you need someone who will really listen and help you or your family members figure things out? We work as a treatment team to ensure that your family is thriving. Growth and healing start here because this is a safe place for the whole family heal.
(925) 238-8912 View (925) 238-8912
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Minakshi Goyal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Welcome to my practice! I work with adults, families, teens, children, and first responders to provide various types of counseling, including but not limited to CBT, EMDR, Trauma focused CBT, behavioral interventions, play therapy, parenting support, etc… Whether you are feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, or depressed, I can help you cope with these feelings and improve your overall satisfaction in your life and relationships in a safe and confidential environment. No problem is too big, too small, or too shocking. Please reach out via email to minalcsw@gmail.com to schedule a conversation with me.
Welcome to my practice! I work with adults, families, teens, children, and first responders to provide various types of counseling, including but not limited to CBT, EMDR, Trauma focused CBT, behavioral interventions, play therapy, parenting support, etc… Whether you are feeling stuck, frustrated, anxious, or depressed, I can help you cope with these feelings and improve your overall satisfaction in your life and relationships in a safe and confidential environment. No problem is too big, too small, or too shocking. Please reach out via email to minalcsw@gmail.com to schedule a conversation with me.
(510) 898-6910 View (510) 898-6910
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Megan Brubaker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94582
My primary experience is working with children and adolescents and their families in coping with life's stressors, more significant mental health symptoms, and developing more effective coping styles and communication patterns. In treatment, it is my goal to work alongside your child and you to find resources and coping skills to handle overwhelming experiences which are impacting you and your child's functioning. My dog Sammy, a therapy dog, is present during most sessions and can help support children suffering from anxiety around coming to therapy and providing a safe place to process difficult emotions.
My primary experience is working with children and adolescents and their families in coping with life's stressors, more significant mental health symptoms, and developing more effective coping styles and communication patterns. In treatment, it is my goal to work alongside your child and you to find resources and coping skills to handle overwhelming experiences which are impacting you and your child's functioning. My dog Sammy, a therapy dog, is present during most sessions and can help support children suffering from anxiety around coming to therapy and providing a safe place to process difficult emotions.
(510) 662-6295 View (510) 662-6295
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Ian Rosenthal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength-based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self-concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation, and positive intention.
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength-based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self-concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation, and positive intention.
(925) 392-6043 View (925) 392-6043
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Lacey Xepoleas
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
(925) 684-8978 View (925) 684-8978
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Nadia Ali Loewe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
I work with individuals, couples, families and children of all ages. I work in an empathetic, collaborative, and thoughtful way with each individual or family unit. I believe that each individual and/or family unit is different so I bring different tools to assist. I believe being a good listener is important and I want to help everyone achieve their goals. I also worked years in schools so I have in depth experience working with children of all ages.
I work with individuals, couples, families and children of all ages. I work in an empathetic, collaborative, and thoughtful way with each individual or family unit. I believe that each individual and/or family unit is different so I bring different tools to assist. I believe being a good listener is important and I want to help everyone achieve their goals. I also worked years in schools so I have in depth experience working with children of all ages.
(925) 319-6432 View (925) 319-6432
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Luis Lomeli
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
Hello, my name is Luis Lomeli, and I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Los Angeles, California servicing clients statewide via telehealth. Over the years I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults to assist with managing issues of anxiety, stress, depression, acculturation, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and other modalities. My focus is to assist my clients in discovering their strengths and build upon them in order to reach their goals.
Hello, my name is Luis Lomeli, and I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Los Angeles, California servicing clients statewide via telehealth. Over the years I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults to assist with managing issues of anxiety, stress, depression, acculturation, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and other modalities. My focus is to assist my clients in discovering their strengths and build upon them in order to reach their goals.
(213) 228-3898 View (213) 228-3898
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Amy White (Bucker)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
I provide a safe space for clients to discuss persistent thoughts and feelings. I work from an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and warm perspective, whereby clients leave their sessions feeling hopeful and empowered. As your therapist, I will stand beside you to support you on your life’s journey as you gather and discover your own inner strength and resiliency.
I provide a safe space for clients to discuss persistent thoughts and feelings. I work from an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and warm perspective, whereby clients leave their sessions feeling hopeful and empowered. As your therapist, I will stand beside you to support you on your life’s journey as you gather and discover your own inner strength and resiliency.
(925) 481-5591 View (925) 481-5591
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Amber Cunningham
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, APCC, MS
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Welcome to a brighter path! I'm Amber Cunningham, your dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters of Science from California Baptist University.
Welcome to a brighter path! I'm Amber Cunningham, your dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters of Science from California Baptist University.
(209) 680-2577 View (209) 680-2577
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Nicole Scanlon-Lodato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582
I have 18 plus years of experience working with children, families and individuals. I specialize working with children (5 to 11), and teens. I work with children and teens who may face many challenges such as depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I offer parenting support and guidance. I also work with adults experiencing life transitions, divorce or separation. I offer my knowledge, experience and unconditional acceptance. I also offer all clients a comfortable space to explore their emotions, learn new skills, and overcome challenging situations.
I have 18 plus years of experience working with children, families and individuals. I specialize working with children (5 to 11), and teens. I work with children and teens who may face many challenges such as depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. I offer parenting support and guidance. I also work with adults experiencing life transitions, divorce or separation. I offer my knowledge, experience and unconditional acceptance. I also offer all clients a comfortable space to explore their emotions, learn new skills, and overcome challenging situations.
(209) 694-4782 View (209) 694-4782
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Rachel Marie Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94582  (Online Only)
(925) 281-2406 View (925) 281-2406
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Jennifer Lord
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
Not accepting new clients
My true passion is working with children and adolescents. I have found that by being honest and compassionate, even the most resistant teen tends to open up. Most people have a hard time trusting a stranger, kids and teens are no exception. I work to build that trust and provide an environment for people to feel safe enough to open up. I also enjoy working with adults and couples, and have discovered that they appreciate this approach as well.
My true passion is working with children and adolescents. I have found that by being honest and compassionate, even the most resistant teen tends to open up. Most people have a hard time trusting a stranger, kids and teens are no exception. I work to build that trust and provide an environment for people to feel safe enough to open up. I also enjoy working with adults and couples, and have discovered that they appreciate this approach as well.
(925) 308-9789 View (925) 308-9789

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Jamie Ascanio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
(925) 701-8785 View (925) 701-8785
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Blackhawk Family Testing & Assessment Center
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
Welcome to the Gold Standard of testing! Our testing and assessment program provides the most comprehensive psychological assessments to allow individuals to reach their absolute full potential. Whether working with a kiddo, teen, or adult, each assessment is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual. After a no-cost consultation, our psychologists provide their recommendations for a psychological battery that will address all aspects of cognitive and behavioral functioning. We also provide testing and diagnosis for autism spectrum disorders.
Welcome to the Gold Standard of testing! Our testing and assessment program provides the most comprehensive psychological assessments to allow individuals to reach their absolute full potential. Whether working with a kiddo, teen, or adult, each assessment is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual. After a no-cost consultation, our psychologists provide their recommendations for a psychological battery that will address all aspects of cognitive and behavioral functioning. We also provide testing and diagnosis for autism spectrum disorders.
(925) 261-7219 View (925) 261-7219
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.