Michael Shaw
Psychologist, PhD
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Oakland, CA 94618
Let's Connect (424) 226-4543
I believe three core things about therapy: 1. People are inherently healthy. 2. Therapy is not just about symptoms. 3. If the therapy is working, you'll know it. Traditionally, psychotherapy has been associated with illness while wellness and depth have been left to the self-help movement. The theory I practice sees everyone as sound at the core. As a result, there is no ceiling on "getting better." Someone with symptoms wants to feel more like him or herself, which I aim to make happen as quickly as possible. At the same time, I help people to achieve clear interpersonal, professional, and creative change.
My theory embraces a "wellness" model putting near-term relief and working-through of emotional problems on par with greater self-expression and professional success. Besides "open-ended" psychotherapy, I have experience in business, educational and creative settings, and I have an extensive background with work-life and entrepreneurial concerns.
I offer individual therapy, couples counseling, and professional coaching at the charming Market Hall in Rockridge, opposite BART. (Free parking & great coffee downstairs.) I'm also affiliated with vc's like Berkeley House Fund, working individually with executives and founders. For more background, please visit my website: http://www.workpsyche.com.
Call or Email Michael Shaw now for a free 15 minute consultation - (424) 226-4543
Let's Connect (424) 226-4543
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Check, Paypal
Insurance
- Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (424) 226-4543
Michael Shaw
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY14635 Michael Shaw
- Attended California School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 1993
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (424) 226-4543
Michael Shaw
Psychologist, PhD
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Impulsivity
- confidence, work-life balance
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (424) 226-4543
Michael Shaw
Psychologist, PhD
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Cancer ,
Gay Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Cancer ,
Gay Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Characterological - see website
- Coaching
- Executive Coaching
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Psychodynamic
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (424) 226-4543
Michael Shaw
Psychologist, PhD
Location
Nearby Areas
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Michael Shaw
Psychologist, PhD
Last Modified: 24 Aug 2023