Adults Therapists in Alameda, CA

Welcome. I work with children, adolescents, and adults coping with relational, anxiety, traumatic, and mood disorders. In my practice, therapy often entails exploring the impact of early attachment experiences on our views of self and our ability to form close, meaningful relationships throughout life. In our work together, you will be treated with warmth, empathy, and openness. The most important part of our work is the development of a trusting relationship. This relationship creates a thoughtful, safe space to explore your strengths, challenges, and goals. My approach to clinical work is largely relational and psychodynamic.

I enjoy working with neurodivergent youth and adults who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community and are exploring issues around gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and coming out. I also work with individuals who have a history of trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression. I am passionate about supporting clients who are recovering from trauma in attaining a greater sense of regulation and calm in their nervous systems, in order to lead happier, more fulfilled lives.

Do you find yourself controlled by shame, from feeling you are “too much” or “not enough”? You are craving healthy, fulfilling relationships but are struggling to break generational cycles and harmful patterns from the past. You've learned to hide your struggles from others. You hide behind your capability, your ability not to need while readily meeting the needs of others at the expense of your own. Your extreme independence hides the fear of relying on others, of trusting them. You have tried and tried to ignore the wounds from childhood, from generational trauma, from discrimination, from having your sensitivity misunderstood.

I work with teens, adults and geriatrics who are struggling with depression, anxiety, health issues, addiction, work stress, mood or memory issues. I can also assess and treat psychiatric disabilities/FMLA or worker’s comp evaluations.

My clinical approach to working with teen and adult clients is to provide a safe as well as non-judgemental place to process difficult emotions and situations that may be hindering a healthy and balanced life. I work from a client centered and relationship based model allowing for optimal growth to shift the patterns that are causing you to feel stuck. This enables change, positivity, and renewed energy in your life. Some common reasons people seek therapy are; difficulties with peer relationships, depression, life transitions, stress, substance use, self esteem and body image, parenting, academic performance, and family conflict.

I am a warm, collaborative therapist who enjoys working with children, adults and families. My hope is to build an alliance with each person that will facilitate personal growth and increased satisfaction in relationships. With both children and adults I employ an eclectic mixture of: Attachment Theory, EMDR, FLASH, positive psychology, CBT, solution oriented, social stories, play therapy, and lots of listening. When things seem difficult I can help brainstorm practical strategies for getting through hard times. I have a strong belief that we all know what is best for ourselves, sometimes it's just hard to envision.

My work is with individuals and couples who are ready to roll up their sleeves and get down to the task of making transformative shifts in their lives. Often people come to therapy believing that our history makes us who we are. Using the therapy relationship as a secure base from which to explore, clearing away the clutter and loosening a few knots, we often find that our history has obscured who we really are. In some way, most of us are longing for a sense of well-being that is not wholly dependent on external circumstances.

Healing happens in connection with others. What is shareable is bearable. I am a biracial, multicultural Oakland native. I know what it feels like to navigate the "in-between." I work with a diverse range of clients, adults and teens, and seek to reduce stigma around reaching out for support. I can help you to understand your challenges within the unique, social context of your life. I encourage self-reflection, making connections, and having your own "A-ha!" moments through our work together.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with many years of experience working with adults , young children and their families. I am a bilingual native Spanish speaking and bicultural therapist. I offer my services to clients around the Bay Area, and the state of California, currently conducting telehealth sessions due tp Covid-19. I offer consultation and supervision in dyadic therapy to therapists working with Spanish speaking population.

The Codependency Clinic is specifically designed for codependency recovery. We treat Adults Facing Codependency, C-PTSD, Adult Children of Alcoholics, Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families, Adult Children of Narcissists and couples. All of our therapists are trained in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and The Pia Mellody Model. Our couples' therapists are level 3 Gottman trained practitioners. Our treatment plan is structured and individually specific. We offer individual, group and intensive recovery retreats. Check out our website www.thecodependencyclinic.com.

I work with adults , teens and couples that are struggling but ready to take the first step toward happiness and fulfillment. If you find yourself with anxiety, feeling down on yourself, overthinking, and doubting your decisions or life path, we can work together to find confidence, joy, and peace of mind. Feeling overwhelmed and stressed doesn't have to be a way of life. I serve clients that want to feel excited about life, love themselves and have fulfilling, low-drama relationships. Yet, anxiety, stress, baggage, and self-doubt have gotten in the way. I work to help you define what you want, then find the way.

Whether experiencing distress due to current life circumstances or lingering hurts and difficulties, working with a supportive therapist can help. Each individual and family has its own unique story and set of strengths and struggles. My practice consists of working with children, families and adults . I have provided services in diverse settings including schools, youth and family service organizations and substance abuse programs. I have had the honor of working with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds. I believe in working collaboratively with clients and I strive to provide a welcoming environment that promotes healing, self-acceptance and learning new skills to cope.

I am an experienced licensed psychologist in Alameda (near Oakland). I work with adults and seniors, and see both individuals and couples. I currently only meet with clients online. I can help with depression, anger, trauma, ptsd, dissociation, stuckness, abuse, bullying, grief, failure, loss, loneliness, shame, guilt, anxiety, impulse control problems, some addictions, relationship and marriage issues and other life and existential issues. I am compassionate and empathic, but also intelligent, practical and active. I will help you understand your issues and gently push you to grow, adapt and cope.

I work with adults , teens, couples, and families who are struggling in their own lives or in their relationships (with children, partners, themselves) in an empathic, non-judgmental, directive and engaged manner. I can help you identify where you are stuck and give you the opportunity to practice trying things a different way in order to feel better. I am experienced in working with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, family/relationship conflict and life transitions. I obtain regular feedback from my clients to ensure we stay focused on client-defined treatment goals.

At East Bay Center for Anxiety Relief, we work with adults , children, teens, couples, and families. We also facilitate periodic groups focused on communication skills, social skills, anxiety, depression, and working women. We strive for mindful, efficient, and effective therapy. Our clinicians are trained in research-based models such as TEAM-CBT and Gottman couples/family models. We work a bit differently than more traditional practices. We don’t cram an hour of therapy into 50 minutes. Instead, we provide full 60-, 75-, or 90-minute sessions.