Therapists in Mill Valley, CA
Beatrice Chorinsky
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I am a licensed psychologist providing individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of difficulties. My style is warm, compassionate, personable and directed. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach that emphasizes acceptance of the self in finding one’s own way forward.
I not only assist my clients to explore and resolve issues from the past but help them to develop practical and creative solutions to life problems. I employ treatment modalities such as EMDR, DBT and CBT along with an attachment based foundation as important tools in assisting my clients to realize a fuller life experience.
I am a licensed psychologist providing individual, couple and family therapy for a wide range of difficulties. My style is warm, compassionate, personable and directed. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach that emphasizes acceptance of the self in finding one’s own way forward.
I not only assist my clients to explore and resolve issues from the past but help them to develop practical and creative solutions to life problems. I employ treatment modalities such as EMDR, DBT and CBT along with an attachment based foundation as important tools in assisting my clients to realize a fuller life experience.
Kory Okun Orlanski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I understand you want to change something; possibly many things in your relationships, in yourself, and in your work and that you are both fearful and hopeful about coming to therapy. I will help you to resolve underlying conflicts, relieve symptoms, and discover what feels meaningful and enjoyable. My personal style reflects who I am in warmth, compassion, knowledge, and authenticity. I work with individuals, couples, and families, using an interactive approach that focuses on long-term psychotherapy as well as short-term strategic problem solving. Through this unique process you will achieve your goals and live the life you desire and deserve.
I understand you want to change something; possibly many things in your relationships, in yourself, and in your work and that you are both fearful and hopeful about coming to therapy. I will help you to resolve underlying conflicts, relieve symptoms, and discover what feels meaningful and enjoyable. My personal style reflects who I am in warmth, compassion, knowledge, and authenticity. I work with individuals, couples, and families, using an interactive approach that focuses on long-term psychotherapy as well as short-term strategic problem solving. Through this unique process you will achieve your goals and live the life you desire and deserve.
Joan Steidinger
Psychologist, PhD, Sports
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941 (Online Only)
Thought leader in mental health and high performance Assistance in Performance and Sport Psychology. If you're struggling with mood disorders (i.e. anxiety & depression), sports injuries, trauma and PTSD and WRITERS with blocks or focus difficulties, then, I'm a psychologist that can help you. Benefit from my 30 years of experience as a clinical and sport psychologist, we will work together to help you to improve your work or general life and/or sport experience.
Thought leader in mental health and high performance Assistance in Performance and Sport Psychology. If you're struggling with mood disorders (i.e. anxiety & depression), sports injuries, trauma and PTSD and WRITERS with blocks or focus difficulties, then, I'm a psychologist that can help you. Benefit from my 30 years of experience as a clinical and sport psychologist, we will work together to help you to improve your work or general life and/or sport experience.
Daniel Volk
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
For over 35 years I have specialized in psychotherapy, using my experience to help clients find relief, deepen connections and increase satisfaction with their lives. For those who feel stuck or overdue to deal with challenges, I will work with you to develop insight and make key changes. I provide a warm, caring and pragmatic therapy environment. My style is active and supportive, identifying influential patterns, offering feedback and making suggestions. With a wide range of training I can be flexible in matching my approach to your needs and helping you move forward.
For over 35 years I have specialized in psychotherapy, using my experience to help clients find relief, deepen connections and increase satisfaction with their lives. For those who feel stuck or overdue to deal with challenges, I will work with you to develop insight and make key changes. I provide a warm, caring and pragmatic therapy environment. My style is active and supportive, identifying influential patterns, offering feedback and making suggestions. With a wide range of training I can be flexible in matching my approach to your needs and helping you move forward.
Julie Austin
PsyD, CLC
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941 (Online Only)
I provide a warm, non-judgmental and practical coaching environment. My aim is to quickly help you identify the most pressing issues, then develop the most useful approaches to resolving them. My style is interactive and supportive, identifying important patterns and offering concrete feedback. I offer life coaching to individuals, couples and families across a wide range of issues, and my education and training make me uniquely qualified to help people working through life transitions, parenting dilemmas, chronic health conditions, emotional instability, addiction, and grief/bereavement (for human and companion animal loss).
I provide a warm, non-judgmental and practical coaching environment. My aim is to quickly help you identify the most pressing issues, then develop the most useful approaches to resolving them. My style is interactive and supportive, identifying important patterns and offering concrete feedback. I offer life coaching to individuals, couples and families across a wide range of issues, and my education and training make me uniquely qualified to help people working through life transitions, parenting dilemmas, chronic health conditions, emotional instability, addiction, and grief/bereavement (for human and companion animal loss).
Sarah Spinner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Growth and healing mean different things for different people. Together we'll discover the kind of unique support you'll need to help you understand and rework ineffective patterns, create healthy and fulfilling relationships, and build skills that enable you to meet your personal and professional goals.
Growth and healing mean different things for different people. Together we'll discover the kind of unique support you'll need to help you understand and rework ineffective patterns, create healthy and fulfilling relationships, and build skills that enable you to meet your personal and professional goals.
Brook M Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Not accepting new clients
Are you anxious, depressed, confused? Do you have cancer or another medical condition? Are you experiencing a spiritual dilemma? Are you a woman in transition in her life or struggling with relationship issues? These are the heart of my therapeutic practice and life interest. I am passionately engaged in the exploration of the connections between mind, body and spirit. We are all challenged as how to live with our selves, our relationships and careers.
Are you anxious, depressed, confused? Do you have cancer or another medical condition? Are you experiencing a spiritual dilemma? Are you a woman in transition in her life or struggling with relationship issues? These are the heart of my therapeutic practice and life interest. I am passionately engaged in the exploration of the connections between mind, body and spirit. We are all challenged as how to live with our selves, our relationships and careers.
Melissa D'Amore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I help individuals who are seeking support through significant life changes or are suffering from past wounding to heal and to deepen self-awareness.
I help individuals who are seeking support through significant life changes or are suffering from past wounding to heal and to deepen self-awareness.
Robin Silverman
Psychologist, JD, PhD
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Individual Psychotherapy and Co-Parenting Solutions. I am a psychologist with over thirty years of experience working with individuals, children, adolescents and families. I have a private practice that includes working with families involved in court-related disputes. I conduct psychological evaluations and child custody evaluations. Please see my website for more information and for a list of publications, presentations, and career experience.
Individual Psychotherapy and Co-Parenting Solutions. I am a psychologist with over thirty years of experience working with individuals, children, adolescents and families. I have a private practice that includes working with families involved in court-related disputes. I conduct psychological evaluations and child custody evaluations. Please see my website for more information and for a list of publications, presentations, and career experience.
Dawn M Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 26 years of experience working in Marin and San Francisco. I have helped adults, teens and couples work through a wide range of problems, including life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem, unresolved grief, and trauma. I strive to create a supportive, safe environment within which we can address the issues that prevent you from living a fuller and more meaningful life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 26 years of experience working in Marin and San Francisco. I have helped adults, teens and couples work through a wide range of problems, including life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-esteem, unresolved grief, and trauma. I strive to create a supportive, safe environment within which we can address the issues that prevent you from living a fuller and more meaningful life.
Elise Holland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I believe we all have rich, inner worlds fueled by confidence, compassion and curiosity. When trauma or attachment disturbances disconnect us from this, symptoms of depression or anxiety arise. My goal is to hear my clients’ stories, honing in on the gems that are buried there to guide them back to their core selves. With empathy and respect, I work with my clients to create, in Marsha Linehan’s words, a life worth living.
I believe we all have rich, inner worlds fueled by confidence, compassion and curiosity. When trauma or attachment disturbances disconnect us from this, symptoms of depression or anxiety arise. My goal is to hear my clients’ stories, honing in on the gems that are buried there to guide them back to their core selves. With empathy and respect, I work with my clients to create, in Marsha Linehan’s words, a life worth living.
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Lizzie Kennard
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941 (Online Only)
Life can feel like a struggle at times, but there are ways you can learn to cope more effectively with stressors. As a warm and caring therapist I can help you navigate a difficult situation, recover from a traumatic incident, manage a life transition, address a relationship issue, communicate better with your teen, or learn skills to cope with anxiety and depression. Life provides us with a unique learning experience and it is my belief that "it's never too late to change." I am trained in EMDR and treat single incident trauma, phobias or performance anxiety. I am a certified ADHD coach and work with adult clients with ADHD.
Life can feel like a struggle at times, but there are ways you can learn to cope more effectively with stressors. As a warm and caring therapist I can help you navigate a difficult situation, recover from a traumatic incident, manage a life transition, address a relationship issue, communicate better with your teen, or learn skills to cope with anxiety and depression. Life provides us with a unique learning experience and it is my belief that "it's never too late to change." I am trained in EMDR and treat single incident trauma, phobias or performance anxiety. I am a certified ADHD coach and work with adult clients with ADHD.
Laurel Chace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mill Valley, CA 94941
The choice to begin the therapeutic process is a powerful step in the direction of growth, healing, and a deeper source of empathy for oneself. I view therapy as a foundation of support with moving through whatever hardships may come your way, whether that means navigating grief, trauma, or the struggles of daily life.
The choice to begin the therapeutic process is a powerful step in the direction of growth, healing, and a deeper source of empathy for oneself. I view therapy as a foundation of support with moving through whatever hardships may come your way, whether that means navigating grief, trauma, or the struggles of daily life.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941 (Online Only)
Whether you are a woman of any age looking to become your best self, or a new Mom dealing with the life changing challenges in front of you - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process. I proudly celebrate diversity and inclusivity, dedicated to providing quality care to people of all races, sexual orientations, faiths, and countries of origin.
Whether you are a woman of any age looking to become your best self, or a new Mom dealing with the life changing challenges in front of you - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process. I proudly celebrate diversity and inclusivity, dedicated to providing quality care to people of all races, sexual orientations, faiths, and countries of origin.
Sheela Joshi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
My objective is to make your life better now and into the future. Therapists helped me over the years, taught and inspired me to become one. I pivoted to my career as a therapist 16 years after earning a B.A. in Economics at University of Chicago. I earned my LCSW at Smith College. I'm a mother of two and a first-generation child of immigrants. In my practice I want you to make the most of your time with me. I work with a range of clients, from executives to college students. My office is tucked into hills and trees. Clients are from my town, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Kentfield, Tiburon, San Francisco and the South Bay. I Zoom too.
My objective is to make your life better now and into the future. Therapists helped me over the years, taught and inspired me to become one. I pivoted to my career as a therapist 16 years after earning a B.A. in Economics at University of Chicago. I earned my LCSW at Smith College. I'm a mother of two and a first-generation child of immigrants. In my practice I want you to make the most of your time with me. I work with a range of clients, from executives to college students. My office is tucked into hills and trees. Clients are from my town, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Kentfield, Tiburon, San Francisco and the South Bay. I Zoom too.
Rick Scott
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I help clients identify conditioning, especially wounded conditioning, and evolve beyond it!
I help clients identify conditioning, especially wounded conditioning, and evolve beyond it!
Deborah J Kamins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I believe that therapy can result in real and dramatic changes. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, and confidential setting in which to work on such changes. Together, in a collaborative process, we can create a plan to help you be more productive, feel less overwhelmed, and more satisfied in your relationships. I can help you look at yourself clearly, explore how your past impacts the present, and how current behaviors, feelings, and ideas may interfere with achieving a fulfilling life. I am open, value diversity, and enjoy working with people of all ages.
I believe that therapy can result in real and dramatic changes. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, and confidential setting in which to work on such changes. Together, in a collaborative process, we can create a plan to help you be more productive, feel less overwhelmed, and more satisfied in your relationships. I can help you look at yourself clearly, explore how your past impacts the present, and how current behaviors, feelings, and ideas may interfere with achieving a fulfilling life. I am open, value diversity, and enjoy working with people of all ages.
Bill Herkelrath
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941
I have worked with many patients over the years who have had multiple fears and anxieties that control their daily lives. Learning how to have mastery over fears so that the fears do not control us is an important part of therapy. Sometimes personal fears cause conflicts in relationships with significant others. Learning how to support and care for each other is especially important during the present global pandemic because our fears can be real and they affect us in different ways. I encourage grace and kindness when dealing with one another. Be slow to anger and pour kindness into misunderstandings.
I have worked with many patients over the years who have had multiple fears and anxieties that control their daily lives. Learning how to have mastery over fears so that the fears do not control us is an important part of therapy. Sometimes personal fears cause conflicts in relationships with significant others. Learning how to support and care for each other is especially important during the present global pandemic because our fears can be real and they affect us in different ways. I encourage grace and kindness when dealing with one another. Be slow to anger and pour kindness into misunderstandings.
Lois Friedlander
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CGP, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941 (Online Only)
Therapy is not a "one size fits all" approach. I am an integrative psychotherapist with an extensive background in working with mood disorders, dual diagnoses, prosocial behavior management and stress reduction. My approach is based in psychodynamic underpinnings, integrating elements of several schools of therapy to address the emotional, behavioral, psychological, cognitive and spiritual dimensions of my clients. This allows me to design a therapeutic strategy for each client based on their specific areas of concern.
Therapy is not a "one size fits all" approach. I am an integrative psychotherapist with an extensive background in working with mood disorders, dual diagnoses, prosocial behavior management and stress reduction. My approach is based in psychodynamic underpinnings, integrating elements of several schools of therapy to address the emotional, behavioral, psychological, cognitive and spiritual dimensions of my clients. This allows me to design a therapeutic strategy for each client based on their specific areas of concern.
Karen B Wachler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mill Valley, CA 94941 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you... Worry too much but can't help it? Criticize yourself and guiltily believe you're not as good as other people think you are? Struggle with familiar patterns in relationships but can't seem to change? Feel inexplicably blocked from reaching your potential? Believe your problems have roots in the past but don't want to be like Woody Allen, on a therapist's couch, talking about it forever? Yearn for solutions but doubt that true relief is possible? Want to start feeling better ASAP but feel daunted about finding a therapist who will be a good 'fit' for you? I can help.
Do you... Worry too much but can't help it? Criticize yourself and guiltily believe you're not as good as other people think you are? Struggle with familiar patterns in relationships but can't seem to change? Feel inexplicably blocked from reaching your potential? Believe your problems have roots in the past but don't want to be like Woody Allen, on a therapist's couch, talking about it forever? Yearn for solutions but doubt that true relief is possible? Want to start feeling better ASAP but feel daunted about finding a therapist who will be a good 'fit' for you? I can help.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Mill Valley, CA
400+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Mill Valley, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
85% | Relationship Issues |
84% | Depression |
74% | Self Esteem |
67% | Grief |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
61% | Stress |
Average years in practice
18 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
45% | Aetna |
44% | Other |
37% | Anthem | Elevance |
How Therapists in Mill Valley, CA see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Mill Valley?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.