Art Therapy in Alameda, CA
I incorporate somatic and cognitive work, practical tools, mindfulness, self-compassion, creative arts ( art, music, dance/movement, writing, drama), Internal Family Systems (parts work) and attention to how social context, systems, and identity impacts experience.
I'm glad you're here, taking this first step in tending to what needs attention and care in your life. I offer a supportive space for adults who are navigating life transitions, anxiety, stress, trauma, and challenges with self-esteem, boundaries and communication in relationships. I also focus on helping people process the complex emotions and identity shifts of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting. Through cultivating deeper insight, self-compassion, and practical strategies, our work can help you feel more present, balanced and grounded, build authentic connection, and transform patterns that no longer serve you.
I incorporate somatic and cognitive work, practical tools, mindfulness, self-compassion, creative arts ( art, music, dance/movement, writing, drama), Internal Family Systems (parts work) and attention to how social context, systems, and identity impacts experience.
I'm glad you're here, taking this first step in tending to what needs attention and care in your life. I offer a supportive space for adults who are navigating life transitions, anxiety, stress, trauma, and challenges with self-esteem, boundaries and communication in relationships. I also focus on helping people process the complex emotions and identity shifts of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting. Through cultivating deeper insight, self-compassion, and practical strategies, our work can help you feel more present, balanced and grounded, build authentic connection, and transform patterns that no longer serve you.
You are struggling and you feel alone. I can help. Have you ever been told you are too sensitive? Do you often feel judged or alone? Are you interested in looking within, learning more about yourself and creating the life you deserve? If so, I am here to help. I support clients struggling with depression and anxiety, learning about and coping with the highly sensitive trait, as well as grief and difficult life transitions. I specialize in older teens, college students, young adulthood/emerging professionals. and women around issues of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and family life.
You are struggling and you feel alone. I can help. Have you ever been told you are too sensitive? Do you often feel judged or alone? Are you interested in looking within, learning more about yourself and creating the life you deserve? If so, I am here to help. I support clients struggling with depression and anxiety, learning about and coping with the highly sensitive trait, as well as grief and difficult life transitions. I specialize in older teens, college students, young adulthood/emerging professionals. and women around issues of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and family life.
I am a licensed clinician with over 18 years experience and an extensive background in trauma, childhood abuse, substance abuse, addictions and co-occurring disorders along with codependency and relational/ attachment issues. Using an attachment-based therapy model, we will work to develop healthy coping skills and healing that allow you to navigate life's challenges. In this healing space, we can address your anxiety, depression, fears, anger, grief and underlying trauma in a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment, meeting you where you are in your journey. Let's work together to find a solution that works best for you.
I am a licensed clinician with over 18 years experience and an extensive background in trauma, childhood abuse, substance abuse, addictions and co-occurring disorders along with codependency and relational/ attachment issues. Using an attachment-based therapy model, we will work to develop healthy coping skills and healing that allow you to navigate life's challenges. In this healing space, we can address your anxiety, depression, fears, anger, grief and underlying trauma in a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment, meeting you where you are in your journey. Let's work together to find a solution that works best for you.
Aditi Uttarwar - Little Seedlings Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, R-DMT
1 Endorsed
Alameda, CA 94501
I mostly use the support of creative arts therapies including art, dance and music to inform somatic changes and transformations.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a registered dance movement therapist. My expertise encompasses postpartum, pregnancy, parenting, as well as support for infants, children, and families. My therapeutic approach is rooted in harnessing the body's wisdom, allowing us to explore and effect change through the body. I guide you in understanding body signals and collaboratively develop strategies to facilitate the desired transformations. I believe in the power of nonverbal communication and self-expression to foster emotional growth and strengthen connections within these vital relationships.
I mostly use the support of creative arts therapies including art, dance and music to inform somatic changes and transformations.
I am a licensed clinical professional counselor and a registered dance movement therapist. My expertise encompasses postpartum, pregnancy, parenting, as well as support for infants, children, and families. My therapeutic approach is rooted in harnessing the body's wisdom, allowing us to explore and effect change through the body. I guide you in understanding body signals and collaboratively develop strategies to facilitate the desired transformations. I believe in the power of nonverbal communication and self-expression to foster emotional growth and strengthen connections within these vital relationships.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes it feels like you're carrying the weight of it alone. Maybe you're navigating a painful life transition, grieving a loss, or recovering from a setback that's left you questioning yourself. Perhaps you're struggling in your relationships or parenting, held back by self-defeating beliefs that keep you stuck in patterns you can't seem to break. Or maybe you're carrying wounds from the past, recent trauma, or experiences from childhood — that shape the way you move through the world. Whatever you're facing, you deserve support, and you don't have to figure it out alone.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes it feels like you're carrying the weight of it alone. Maybe you're navigating a painful life transition, grieving a loss, or recovering from a setback that's left you questioning yourself. Perhaps you're struggling in your relationships or parenting, held back by self-defeating beliefs that keep you stuck in patterns you can't seem to break. Or maybe you're carrying wounds from the past, recent trauma, or experiences from childhood — that shape the way you move through the world. Whatever you're facing, you deserve support, and you don't have to figure it out alone.
Are you struggling to find peace, happiness, greater satisfaction, and healthier relationships? Do you continue to feel empty, angry, sad, or anxious? Do you feel as if you have limited ability to change? Self-knowledge is the key to understanding why you continue to struggle and how you can change the continuous negative cycle into a positive one. Through the process of psychotherapy, you will discover how your internal world interprets and affects your external world and how these mechanisms were developed. I can help you gain the insight and self-knowledge necessary for positive, lasting change.
Are you struggling to find peace, happiness, greater satisfaction, and healthier relationships? Do you continue to feel empty, angry, sad, or anxious? Do you feel as if you have limited ability to change? Self-knowledge is the key to understanding why you continue to struggle and how you can change the continuous negative cycle into a positive one. Through the process of psychotherapy, you will discover how your internal world interprets and affects your external world and how these mechanisms were developed. I can help you gain the insight and self-knowledge necessary for positive, lasting change.
I offer a combination of play, art, and talk therapy, meeting your child where they are.
As a mother of four successful adult children, I have a great deal of personal experience with the challenges of raising children in today's world and guiding them through the educational process. I bring my experience and empathy to my practice.
I offer a combination of play, art, and talk therapy, meeting your child where they are.
As a mother of four successful adult children, I have a great deal of personal experience with the challenges of raising children in today's world and guiding them through the educational process. I bring my experience and empathy to my practice.
My name is Alexander Warnow and I'm the founder of XY Counseling. At XY we work primarily with adults and couples helping them to live more fulfilling, connected lives. Often what brings someone to seek therapy is a chronic issue that has reached a crisis point: anger, depression, anxiety, self-worth, intimacy problems, communication issues and many more. Sometimes it is a recent change in one's life: infidelity, a move, or the end of a relationship. Taking the risk to ask for help is the first step on the road towards healing and growth.
My name is Alexander Warnow and I'm the founder of XY Counseling. At XY we work primarily with adults and couples helping them to live more fulfilling, connected lives. Often what brings someone to seek therapy is a chronic issue that has reached a crisis point: anger, depression, anxiety, self-worth, intimacy problems, communication issues and many more. Sometimes it is a recent change in one's life: infidelity, a move, or the end of a relationship. Taking the risk to ask for help is the first step on the road towards healing and growth.
I use an eclectic mix of tools drawing from CBT, attachment theory, mindfulness, play and art therapy.
My name is Chrissy Highet, and I am a bilingual (Eng/Span) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. Through psychotherapy, I work to empower children, adolescents, and adults with tools to free themselves from limiting beliefs and show up in the world with confidence and authenticity. Currently a mental health provider with Oakland Unified School District, as well as a parent and a former educator, I’m passionate about creating spaces of connection and belonging.
I use an eclectic mix of tools drawing from CBT, attachment theory, mindfulness, play and art therapy.
My name is Chrissy Highet, and I am a bilingual (Eng/Span) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. Through psychotherapy, I work to empower children, adolescents, and adults with tools to free themselves from limiting beliefs and show up in the world with confidence and authenticity. Currently a mental health provider with Oakland Unified School District, as well as a parent and a former educator, I’m passionate about creating spaces of connection and belonging.
Hello. My name is Brian Wai and I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California. I am also bilingual, Cantonese and English. I work with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, stress, drug problems, interpersonal relationship conflicts, psychosis, etc., using integrative approaches. I utilize integrative therapeutic approaches which involve client-centered (trying to be in clients' shoes), psychoanalytic (assessing any unresolved problems in the past that cause current issues), and solution-focused (focusing on solving problems with solutions).
Hello. My name is Brian Wai and I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California. I am also bilingual, Cantonese and English. I work with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, stress, drug problems, interpersonal relationship conflicts, psychosis, etc., using integrative approaches. I utilize integrative therapeutic approaches which involve client-centered (trying to be in clients' shoes), psychoanalytic (assessing any unresolved problems in the past that cause current issues), and solution-focused (focusing on solving problems with solutions).
The decision to begin therapy is a courageous step–one that can be life-changing. I have over 10+ years of experience helping clients 18+ regulate difficult emotions, heal traumas, gain self-confidence, parent differently, learn new skills for navigating relationships, and come to understand and accept all parts of themselves. I love working with adults to navigate stress and transitions, manage anxiety (GAD, panic), and heal from trauma and abusive relationships. I work with both CA and OR residents.
The decision to begin therapy is a courageous step–one that can be life-changing. I have over 10+ years of experience helping clients 18+ regulate difficult emotions, heal traumas, gain self-confidence, parent differently, learn new skills for navigating relationships, and come to understand and accept all parts of themselves. I love working with adults to navigate stress and transitions, manage anxiety (GAD, panic), and heal from trauma and abusive relationships. I work with both CA and OR residents.
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.
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 children's psychotherapist, with a private practice in Alameda and have provided therapeutic services for children, teens and families for 20+ years. I have been able to help families deal with a variety of issues including trauma, loss, family-conflict, children/teens with learning disabilities and a variety of behavioral issues, as well as familial substance use issues, post-divorce issues, severe anxiety and depression.
I am an experienced children's psychotherapist, with a private practice in Alameda and have provided therapeutic services for children, teens and families for 20+ years. I have been able to help families deal with a variety of issues including trauma, loss, family-conflict, children/teens with learning disabilities and a variety of behavioral issues, as well as familial substance use issues, post-divorce issues, severe anxiety and depression.
I love what I do! I have the pleasure of working with clients from five to 105-years-old! Having the opportunity to work with an expansive age range has taught me that at any age: we want to be loved and we want to love, we want to belong, we want to have purpose, we want to experience joy, and we don't want pain. My goal as a therapist, is to help my clients find ways to reduce, restructure, and remove obstacles that cause pain; while building on our individual resources to promote health, happiness and well-being.
I love what I do! I have the pleasure of working with clients from five to 105-years-old! Having the opportunity to work with an expansive age range has taught me that at any age: we want to be loved and we want to love, we want to belong, we want to have purpose, we want to experience joy, and we don't want pain. My goal as a therapist, is to help my clients find ways to reduce, restructure, and remove obstacles that cause pain; while building on our individual resources to promote health, happiness and well-being.
I provide thoughtful, practical support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan. My approach is warm, engaging, and tailored to each client’s needs and stage of life.
I draw from a variety of evidence based therapies to help individuals navigating difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and changes related to health, aging, and life transitions.
My practice is neuro affirming. I have a strong background working with individuals who have learning differences and difficulties with emotion regulation.
I provide thoughtful, practical support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan. My approach is warm, engaging, and tailored to each client’s needs and stage of life.
I draw from a variety of evidence based therapies to help individuals navigating difficulties with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and changes related to health, aging, and life transitions.
My practice is neuro affirming. I have a strong background working with individuals who have learning differences and difficulties with emotion regulation.
Hello and welcome! I am glad to share with you a little bit about myself. I enjoy bringing creativity, humor, sensitivity, and curiosity into the therapeutic process. I work with many people that are highly sensitive for a variety of reasons, including neurodivergence, autoimmune disorders, and trauma. I support parents with the rich and unique experience of raising humans, some with highly sensitive and/or neurodivergent children. I also specialize in single parenting support.
Hello and welcome! I am glad to share with you a little bit about myself. I enjoy bringing creativity, humor, sensitivity, and curiosity into the therapeutic process. I work with many people that are highly sensitive for a variety of reasons, including neurodivergence, autoimmune disorders, and trauma. I support parents with the rich and unique experience of raising humans, some with highly sensitive and/or neurodivergent children. I also specialize in single parenting support.
in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and Art Therapy.
My framework is warm, relational, and dynamic. I will be an active partner to you in finding the solutions to issues you bring forward in therapy. I believe the connection of the therapeutic relationship is our most powerful tool. I am comfortable using a variety of modalities including Feminist, Reality therapy, CBT, Non-violent Communication, and Harm Reduction.
in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and Art Therapy.
My framework is warm, relational, and dynamic. I will be an active partner to you in finding the solutions to issues you bring forward in therapy. I believe the connection of the therapeutic relationship is our most powerful tool. I am comfortable using a variety of modalities including Feminist, Reality therapy, CBT, Non-violent Communication, and Harm Reduction.
My name is Devin Nigh and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Oakland, California and supporting California clients via telehealth sessions. I specialize in working with adolescents, children, and young adults and use a humanistic therapy approach and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools to help clients and families make positive changes in their lives. I help young adults and youth facing issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Trauma, and Substance Abuse
My name is Devin Nigh and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Oakland, California and supporting California clients via telehealth sessions. I specialize in working with adolescents, children, and young adults and use a humanistic therapy approach and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools to help clients and families make positive changes in their lives. I help young adults and youth facing issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Trauma, and Substance Abuse
Through therapy, I help clients build effective coping skills, process difficult experiences, and develop a stronger sense of emotional balance and self-understanding. Together, we work toward reducing symptoms, strengthening resilience, and creating positive, sustainable change so clients can live more grounded, fulfilling lives.
Through therapy, I help clients build effective coping skills, process difficult experiences, and develop a stronger sense of emotional balance and self-understanding. Together, we work toward reducing symptoms, strengthening resilience, and creating positive, sustainable change so clients can live more grounded, fulfilling lives.
Are you looking to increase your healing and well-being? It is common for our instincts to lead us to stay away from uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Sometimes we may feel depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or plain tired from issues that arise that we may not be able to solve on our own, and that is ok! Whether you have a short-term goal that can be reached in a few weeks or a long-term goal that can be reached in a few years, we will work together step by step to break down barriers and set you up for success on a daily basis.
Are you looking to increase your healing and well-being? It is common for our instincts to lead us to stay away from uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Sometimes we may feel depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or plain tired from issues that arise that we may not be able to solve on our own, and that is ok! Whether you have a short-term goal that can be reached in a few weeks or a long-term goal that can be reached in a few years, we will work together step by step to break down barriers and set you up for success on a daily basis.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.