Attachment-based Therapists in Livermore, CA

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Joy Metoyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551  (Online Only)
Are you having difficulties personally or in your relationships causing you sadness, irritation, depression, anxiety or general discomfort and don't know what to do? Would you like to change those compromising circumstances or learn to manage them more effectively? Choosing to enter therapy can be your avenue to resolving your problems and creating the life you desire. I would like to help you achieve your goals. I am dedicated to my profession and passionate about the work. Let's set up a consultation. We can meet in person and talk about your personal wants and desires.
Are you having difficulties personally or in your relationships causing you sadness, irritation, depression, anxiety or general discomfort and don't know what to do? Would you like to change those compromising circumstances or learn to manage them more effectively? Choosing to enter therapy can be your avenue to resolving your problems and creating the life you desire. I would like to help you achieve your goals. I am dedicated to my profession and passionate about the work. Let's set up a consultation. We can meet in person and talk about your personal wants and desires.
(925) 392-3592 View (925) 392-3592
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Christopher Dean Coble
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550  (Online Only)
As an attachment-based therapist, I enjoy providing an empathetic, safe, nurturing, healing and therapeutically challenging environment.
Are you struggling to live the life you want and hope for? Are your relationships failing, or bringing you disappointment and pain? Are you feeling defeated, overwhelmed? I've walked alongside clients for over 19 years, and I know that by the time someone reaches out to a therapist, they really need help. I consider it a privilege and honor to work with clients and I do so in a collaborative, compassionate, educational and efficient manner. Therapy utilizes precious resources (time, money, energy) and I respect and honor clients through ethical, quality care that brings about healing and growth at the deepest levels.
As an attachment-based therapist, I enjoy providing an empathetic, safe, nurturing, healing and therapeutically challenging environment.
Are you struggling to live the life you want and hope for? Are your relationships failing, or bringing you disappointment and pain? Are you feeling defeated, overwhelmed? I've walked alongside clients for over 19 years, and I know that by the time someone reaches out to a therapist, they really need help. I consider it a privilege and honor to work with clients and I do so in a collaborative, compassionate, educational and efficient manner. Therapy utilizes precious resources (time, money, energy) and I respect and honor clients through ethical, quality care that brings about healing and growth at the deepest levels.
(925) 438-6455 View (925) 438-6455
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Nastacia Parham
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551  (Online Only)
My name is Nastacia Parham, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in the greater Sacramento County area in CA, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (18+) and specialize in individual therapy treating diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma using an integrated approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help find their inner strength to overcome adversity and find ways to cope and build long-term resiliency.
My name is Nastacia Parham, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in the greater Sacramento County area in CA, and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (18+) and specialize in individual therapy treating diverse populations experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma using an integrated approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help find their inner strength to overcome adversity and find ways to cope and build long-term resiliency.
(925) 732-5754 View (925) 732-5754
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Alison Zummo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
Having trouble negotiating so many new changes? Is your partner or your kids getting on your nerves? Dealing with intrusive, negative thoughts? Therapy can help. I am non-judgmental, down-to-earth, honest, and compassionate. I offer a comfortable and safe environment, and a genuine interest to understand your experience(s). With more than 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples, I can help you achieve your goals. I am also certified as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. I believe that food, exercise, and stress greatly impact your medical and mental health.
Having trouble negotiating so many new changes? Is your partner or your kids getting on your nerves? Dealing with intrusive, negative thoughts? Therapy can help. I am non-judgmental, down-to-earth, honest, and compassionate. I offer a comfortable and safe environment, and a genuine interest to understand your experience(s). With more than 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples, I can help you achieve your goals. I am also certified as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. I believe that food, exercise, and stress greatly impact your medical and mental health.
(925) 273-7647 View (925) 273-7647
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Danielle Bove
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550  (Online Only)
Navigating through life can be brutal at times. The price of admission on this journey is often great pain, deep loss, and profound confusion, and many of us believe the measure of strength is how much of it we can navigate alone. But connection and support are often the greatest access points to healing. So our work together will be centered around more compassion and less comparison, more acceptance and less fixing, and more normalizing and less shame. I hope to help create peace within your relationships, encourage empowerment in your choices and gently guide you back home to yourself.
Navigating through life can be brutal at times. The price of admission on this journey is often great pain, deep loss, and profound confusion, and many of us believe the measure of strength is how much of it we can navigate alone. But connection and support are often the greatest access points to healing. So our work together will be centered around more compassion and less comparison, more acceptance and less fixing, and more normalizing and less shame. I hope to help create peace within your relationships, encourage empowerment in your choices and gently guide you back home to yourself.
(510) 726-6121 View (510) 726-6121
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Joe Zummo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
I currently have availability afternoons and evenings. My goal is to help you resolve pain, repair relationships, lessen negative thoughts, heal trauma, and feel better overall. I am down-to-earth and am comfortable talking with many different types of people. I am great at assessing the problem and helping you figure out what you want or need to get your life on track.
I currently have availability afternoons and evenings. My goal is to help you resolve pain, repair relationships, lessen negative thoughts, heal trauma, and feel better overall. I am down-to-earth and am comfortable talking with many different types of people. I am great at assessing the problem and helping you figure out what you want or need to get your life on track.
(925) 369-7683 View (925) 369-7683
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Kathryn Garcia
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
Are you in a relationship where you do not feel heard by one another? Do you notice that you continually fight about the same things over and over? Do you feel more disconnected from your partner than ever? I work with couples at varying stages in their relationship to improve their connection, communication, repair after disagreements, and to ultimately breed more joy into their relationship. This may mean that your relationship needs assistance during a major life transition (living together, parenting, separation, healing from infidelity, family conflict, etc.).
Are you in a relationship where you do not feel heard by one another? Do you notice that you continually fight about the same things over and over? Do you feel more disconnected from your partner than ever? I work with couples at varying stages in their relationship to improve their connection, communication, repair after disagreements, and to ultimately breed more joy into their relationship. This may mean that your relationship needs assistance during a major life transition (living together, parenting, separation, healing from infidelity, family conflict, etc.).
(925) 396-7402 View (925) 396-7402
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Teri Sorkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate & supportive environment so that you can create the change you are seeking. I can help you improve relationships, gain new ways of coping, decrease anxiety & depression, and increase self-worth. I use humor when needed & deep understanding for the path that you are on. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is important in order to grow in therapy. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, self-wellness, children of divorce & various teen concerns. By offering questions, observations & insights I can help guide you in managing life's challenges & making changes in your life.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate & supportive environment so that you can create the change you are seeking. I can help you improve relationships, gain new ways of coping, decrease anxiety & depression, and increase self-worth. I use humor when needed & deep understanding for the path that you are on. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is important in order to grow in therapy. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, self-wellness, children of divorce & various teen concerns. By offering questions, observations & insights I can help guide you in managing life's challenges & making changes in your life.
(925) 337-4810 View (925) 337-4810
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Lisa Bachmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550  (Online Only)
Have you been struggling to do things differently, but always seem to find yourself back in the place you started? Feeling like you are constantly swimming upstream? This is a frustrating pattern which can leave you feeling like there is no hope. The good news is, you haven't given up! You are in the right place; I'm here to help. Everyone comes to therapy for their own reasons and to work on their unique "stuff." My goal is to meet you where you are and join you in exploring patterns in your life that aren't working for you. Together we can work to make positive changes that will lead to lasting change.
Have you been struggling to do things differently, but always seem to find yourself back in the place you started? Feeling like you are constantly swimming upstream? This is a frustrating pattern which can leave you feeling like there is no hope. The good news is, you haven't given up! You are in the right place; I'm here to help. Everyone comes to therapy for their own reasons and to work on their unique "stuff." My goal is to meet you where you are and join you in exploring patterns in your life that aren't working for you. Together we can work to make positive changes that will lead to lasting change.
(510) 306-7461 View (510) 306-7461
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Peggy Messerschmidt, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Blocked? Do you struggle with relationships, being assertive, asking for what you need, setting appropriate boundaries or navigating conflict? Do you have a history of trauma or neglect and still struggle with its effects? As a LMFT, I can help you explore these issues and more, so you can come to understand yourself more deeply and make more conscious life choices.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Blocked? Do you struggle with relationships, being assertive, asking for what you need, setting appropriate boundaries or navigating conflict? Do you have a history of trauma or neglect and still struggle with its effects? As a LMFT, I can help you explore these issues and more, so you can come to understand yourself more deeply and make more conscious life choices.
(925) 241-5521 View (925) 241-5521
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Lynzie Genel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
Hi there! I'm Lynzie Genel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with License 116340, and I'm excited to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth with you. Welcome to a safe, supportive space where you're free to be your authentic self, to explore, and to transform. My client focus centers on individuals who may have had involvement with the child welfare system and high school students, drawing from my background in the child welfare system and current role as a high school social worker.
Hi there! I'm Lynzie Genel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with License 116340, and I'm excited to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal growth with you. Welcome to a safe, supportive space where you're free to be your authentic self, to explore, and to transform. My client focus centers on individuals who may have had involvement with the child welfare system and high school students, drawing from my background in the child welfare system and current role as a high school social worker.
(925) 515-2987 View (925) 515-2987
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Jenny Ochoa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551  (Online Only)
The road map of life can be bumpy at times with unexpected twists and turns. And over time we can lose our passion, our purpose, or our spark. It can be challenging, confusing, and not the way we imagined. Sometimes "we repeat what we do not repair” where unhealthy relationship patterns are repeated and passed down to us. We might unconsciously repeat these patterns until we finally face the underlying narrative or trauma. Or sometimes it’s a stressful circumstance that caused an unfamiliar reaction. But we do not need to stay in this repeated pattern that’s not working. A new way of thinking and living is possible.
The road map of life can be bumpy at times with unexpected twists and turns. And over time we can lose our passion, our purpose, or our spark. It can be challenging, confusing, and not the way we imagined. Sometimes "we repeat what we do not repair” where unhealthy relationship patterns are repeated and passed down to us. We might unconsciously repeat these patterns until we finally face the underlying narrative or trauma. Or sometimes it’s a stressful circumstance that caused an unfamiliar reaction. But we do not need to stay in this repeated pattern that’s not working. A new way of thinking and living is possible.
(530) 298-0398 View (530) 298-0398
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Mary Patricia Killoran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
My name is Mary Pat Killoran LCSW. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist. I have many years experience dealing with Individuals with Substance Abuse and the Families experiencing the effects. I work with clients and families dealing with Substance Abuse. I work with Adults, Couples and Families. I work with Depression, Life transitions, Grief and Aging concerns. I provide Coaching for optimal potential.
My name is Mary Pat Killoran LCSW. I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist. I have many years experience dealing with Individuals with Substance Abuse and the Families experiencing the effects. I work with clients and families dealing with Substance Abuse. I work with Adults, Couples and Families. I work with Depression, Life transitions, Grief and Aging concerns. I provide Coaching for optimal potential.
(925) 332-0271 View (925) 332-0271
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Danelle Spikes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
Hello, My name is Danelle Spikes and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) working in San Bernardino County where I see clients via telehealth all over the State of California. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma. I often use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Brain spotting to assist clients in meeting their needs and goals.
Hello, My name is Danelle Spikes and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) working in San Bernardino County where I see clients via telehealth all over the State of California. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma. I often use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Brain spotting to assist clients in meeting their needs and goals.
(925) 397-2174 View (925) 397-2174
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Jessica Oakes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
Hello! My name is Jessica Oakes, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Utilizing a compassionate approach, my clients will gain insight into themselves and their problems to create positive changes for their lives. I firmly believe in building a strong relationship between myself and my clients to ensure complete authenticity, compassion and respect. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relational problems, teenage issues, anger management, parenting and family difficulties. I am also employed by a local school district which gives me extensive knowledge of the education system.
Hello! My name is Jessica Oakes, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Utilizing a compassionate approach, my clients will gain insight into themselves and their problems to create positive changes for their lives. I firmly believe in building a strong relationship between myself and my clients to ensure complete authenticity, compassion and respect. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relational problems, teenage issues, anger management, parenting and family difficulties. I am also employed by a local school district which gives me extensive knowledge of the education system.
(925) 940-7131 View (925) 940-7131
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Miriam Munzarova
Counselor, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
Being hurt is a part of life. None of us are free of pain. Sometimes, the troubles of life, the losses you have experienced, the pain and hurt other people have caused, your fears about the future, and your regrets about your past create a life of torment. By taking responsibility for your life, accepting, and allowing what happens to you rather than resisting the pain, you can move forward with your life. You are worthy to live your life with joy, love, clarity, and dignity. Let me be your friend and fellow traveler on your journey.
Being hurt is a part of life. None of us are free of pain. Sometimes, the troubles of life, the losses you have experienced, the pain and hurt other people have caused, your fears about the future, and your regrets about your past create a life of torment. By taking responsibility for your life, accepting, and allowing what happens to you rather than resisting the pain, you can move forward with your life. You are worthy to live your life with joy, love, clarity, and dignity. Let me be your friend and fellow traveler on your journey.
(925) 265-7906 View (925) 265-7906
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Gregory D. Burns
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551
I am passionate about: Couples Counseling (Emotionally Focused Therapy), Healing Shame (self-esteem, confidence, anger), Old Trauma (co-dependency, PTSD), Alcoholism Recovery (12 Steps, emotional sobriety), Grief/Loss, Christian and/or Spiritual Counseling, Aging and special needs children. My deepest conviction is the dignity of the human person and my best tools are compassion, mercy, forgiveness and grace.
I am passionate about: Couples Counseling (Emotionally Focused Therapy), Healing Shame (self-esteem, confidence, anger), Old Trauma (co-dependency, PTSD), Alcoholism Recovery (12 Steps, emotional sobriety), Grief/Loss, Christian and/or Spiritual Counseling, Aging and special needs children. My deepest conviction is the dignity of the human person and my best tools are compassion, mercy, forgiveness and grace.
(925) 968-4753 View (925) 968-4753
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Olga Cervantes
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
Welcome, I'm Dr. Cervantes, Psychologist. I recognize the importance of taking a holistic approach to your wellness. Together, we will identify and achieve your treatment goals. I use a client-centered, strength-based approach to address mood management, healing from trauma, relationship issues, transitions in life, and career stressors/growth. I typically work with individuals and families who are ready to learn new ways of approaching new or chronic challenges in their personal and/or work life.
Welcome, I'm Dr. Cervantes, Psychologist. I recognize the importance of taking a holistic approach to your wellness. Together, we will identify and achieve your treatment goals. I use a client-centered, strength-based approach to address mood management, healing from trauma, relationship issues, transitions in life, and career stressors/growth. I typically work with individuals and families who are ready to learn new ways of approaching new or chronic challenges in their personal and/or work life.
(925) 886-3983 View (925) 886-3983
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Jessica Lynne Fonte
Licensed Professional Counselor, Fonte
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
My name is Jessica Fonte. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California and have been practicing for over 15 years. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, but the core of my practice is Client-Centered Therapy. My practice has been centered around children and adults with a focus on trauma, transitions, and supporting others to live their best lives. The most common theoretical approaches that I use for therapy are Client-Centered, Solution Focused, Family Systems, CBT, Trauma Focused, and Mindfulness.
My name is Jessica Fonte. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in California and have been practicing for over 15 years. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches, but the core of my practice is Client-Centered Therapy. My practice has been centered around children and adults with a focus on trauma, transitions, and supporting others to live their best lives. The most common theoretical approaches that I use for therapy are Client-Centered, Solution Focused, Family Systems, CBT, Trauma Focused, and Mindfulness.
(925) 308-2656 View (925) 308-2656
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Debbie Curtis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or that may be asking the question “who am I really?” Life transitions may bring uncertainty which can prevent us from enjoying a healthy and happy life. I am here to discuss tough subjects in order to build coping skills that promote success and a positive self-identity. When working with teens I work with parents to develop an effective plan that helps support their child’s improvement and build meaningful relationships.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or that may be asking the question “who am I really?” Life transitions may bring uncertainty which can prevent us from enjoying a healthy and happy life. I am here to discuss tough subjects in order to build coping skills that promote success and a positive self-identity. When working with teens I work with parents to develop an effective plan that helps support their child’s improvement and build meaningful relationships.
(925) 666-6349 View (925) 666-6349
Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.