Therapists in Oakland, CA

Jessica Knott, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Client-Centered approaches. In sessions, my communication style is empathetic, supportive, and non-judgmental. I create a safe and open environment where clients feel heard and understood. Working with me is collaborative, focused on your unique needs, and aimed at fostering a sense of empowerment and positive change.

Hello! My name is Shelley-Anne Walker, LCSW, CCTP II, CAGCS. I work with adults on issues around identity loss in relationships, Life Transitions, Social Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Chronic Illness and Anxiety and a variety of other concerns. I am comfortable with working with diverse racial groups and adults. I work with clients around Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Women issues and Relationship Dynamics. I foster a supportive and non-judgmental environment, guiding clients with empathy and active listening to explore their thoughts and emotions. Together, we work towards personal growth and positive change.

I graduated from California Institute of Integral Studies with a Masters in Counseling Psychology, and have done extensive training in Person-Centered Expressive Arts. My clinical background includes focus on community based mental health, family and child therapy, grief and loss, and complex trauma. I currently work in private practice and also as a supervisor at a community based mental health agency.

I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, children, and groups using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and humanistic modalities.I embrace cultural diversity and am experienced with treating a broad spectrum of clinical issues such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression,addictions,grief and loss, marital, relationship,life issues, and stress management among others.I work with all ages, starting from age 3 on up.

Using a holistic and collaborative approach to therapy, I work with clients to identify their goals and develop a personalized treatment plan incorporating various techniques, including mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused therapy. All sessions are provided virtually. I aim to assist you in reaching your personal and professional goals by managing your anxiety and depression to be your best self.

I am Karina Valdez, LMFT. I understand life can be overwhelming and stressful. I am here to help guide you to be the best version of yourself where you can learn how to cope with the stressors and adversities that life throws at you on a short- and long-term basis. Therapy is a way for you to have a confidential, non-judgmental, safe space to explore what troubles you most in life. My primary focus in my practice is helping people heal from traumatic adversities that have occurred in their life.

I am a licensed social worker with 8 years of experience providing grief support and counseling to clients in need. I received my Bachelors degree in social work from Stephen F Austin State University and my Masters in social work from the University of Texas Arlington. I am a passionate and empathetic counselor that has experience helping children, families and individuals working through grief and loss.