Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Berkeley, CA
I am a family systems psychotherapist working with individuals and families confronting complex mental health, behavioral, substance abuse and relational challenges that often break families apart. I support individuals and families towards finding sustainable solutions that restore trust, connection and peace. My style is relational, warm and direct. Together we seek to uncover roots causes while I use a trauma and attachment informed lens to collaborate with you towards healing and resolution. My formal training and clinical experience lend well to both solution-focused work as well as depthful healing.
I am a family systems psychotherapist working with individuals and families confronting complex mental health, behavioral, substance abuse and relational challenges that often break families apart. I support individuals and families towards finding sustainable solutions that restore trust, connection and peace. My style is relational, warm and direct. Together we seek to uncover roots causes while I use a trauma and attachment informed lens to collaborate with you towards healing and resolution. My formal training and clinical experience lend well to both solution-focused work as well as depthful healing.
When personally challenged, you might draw on strategies that help you through without helping you grow. When heard and valued, the human spirit is resilient in sometimes surprising ways. I work collaboratively with you, respecting and listening for your particular and unique challenges and potential. I help you to cultivate as well as practice what needs to be developed and integrated in your life. I consider my own study of psychotherapy to be a lifelong practice and work with somatic and relational principles. I welcome you to bring your concerns. I am committed to bring the skills and training of my years in this work.
When personally challenged, you might draw on strategies that help you through without helping you grow. When heard and valued, the human spirit is resilient in sometimes surprising ways. I work collaboratively with you, respecting and listening for your particular and unique challenges and potential. I help you to cultivate as well as practice what needs to be developed and integrated in your life. I consider my own study of psychotherapy to be a lifelong practice and work with somatic and relational principles. I welcome you to bring your concerns. I am committed to bring the skills and training of my years in this work.
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed by feelings of stress, anxiety, or sadness? Burdened by relationship problems? While pain in life is unavoidable, trying to manage this pain on your own can make things more difficult.
I create a space for my clients that's safe, warm, non-judgmental, and unconditionally supportive, so that you'll feel comfortable talking openly about what's brought you to therapy. And I understand that you are the expert on your life, so we will work collaboratively to address these issues so that you can get back on track, and move toward the type of life you desire most.
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed by feelings of stress, anxiety, or sadness? Burdened by relationship problems? While pain in life is unavoidable, trying to manage this pain on your own can make things more difficult.
I create a space for my clients that's safe, warm, non-judgmental, and unconditionally supportive, so that you'll feel comfortable talking openly about what's brought you to therapy. And I understand that you are the expert on your life, so we will work collaboratively to address these issues so that you can get back on track, and move toward the type of life you desire most.
If you have experienced any level of trauma in your life, either developmentally as a child or through other life experiences, I can support you in slowly and gently releasing the effects of those traumas, and restoring your nervous system to its rightful, regulated state. Through the use of social engagement, guided awareness, movement, art, and other resources, we will explore ways to free you from the bondage of the past and worries about the future. In the safety of a supportive and loving environment, I will offer you guidance to help you live more fully in the present moment, with a deepened sense of joy and ease.
If you have experienced any level of trauma in your life, either developmentally as a child or through other life experiences, I can support you in slowly and gently releasing the effects of those traumas, and restoring your nervous system to its rightful, regulated state. Through the use of social engagement, guided awareness, movement, art, and other resources, we will explore ways to free you from the bondage of the past and worries about the future. In the safety of a supportive and loving environment, I will offer you guidance to help you live more fully in the present moment, with a deepened sense of joy and ease.
With over 20 years of experience, my work draws from the latest research and extensive training in mind/body health, neuroscience, attachment and relationships, complex trauma and PTSD, mindfulness and meditation, and ketamine assisted therapy.
In our sessions, you will find that I am grounded, empathic, attuned, creative and playful. Our work together will be guided by your unique needs and preferences and may include a variety of modalities including: Internal Family Systems, mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, movement, art, writing, visualization, sand tray and ketamine assisted therapy.
With over 20 years of experience, my work draws from the latest research and extensive training in mind/body health, neuroscience, attachment and relationships, complex trauma and PTSD, mindfulness and meditation, and ketamine assisted therapy.
In our sessions, you will find that I am grounded, empathic, attuned, creative and playful. Our work together will be guided by your unique needs and preferences and may include a variety of modalities including: Internal Family Systems, mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, movement, art, writing, visualization, sand tray and ketamine assisted therapy.
I have worked with a variety of clients dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and other life challenges, primarily in community mental health with marginalized and underserved communities. I see people seeking support for many difficulties, including imposter syndrome, self-esteem, boundaries, communication skills, and more. Reducing self-judgment and increasing curiosity about yourself will help you to make better decisions that are aligned with your core values. This will ultimately unhook you from negative thoughts or worries so you are more fully available for all the important things in your life.
I have worked with a variety of clients dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and other life challenges, primarily in community mental health with marginalized and underserved communities. I see people seeking support for many difficulties, including imposter syndrome, self-esteem, boundaries, communication skills, and more. Reducing self-judgment and increasing curiosity about yourself will help you to make better decisions that are aligned with your core values. This will ultimately unhook you from negative thoughts or worries so you are more fully available for all the important things in your life.
I draw from multiple therapeutic modalities, including emotion-focused therapies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness.
You need to talk, and I'm here to listen. But listening isn’t all I’ll do. I collaborate with clients in a dynamic process of exploration and discovery. I will ask you thought-provoking questions, invite you to consider new perspectives, and engage you in a therapeutic process that will promote insight and growth. I believe a trusting, authentic relationship is the foundation for healing. My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I may challenge you to "try on" a new approach, but I'll always lead with respect and compassion. Together, we can transform anxiety, depression, and trauma into relief, hope, and change for the better.
I draw from multiple therapeutic modalities, including emotion-focused therapies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness.
You need to talk, and I'm here to listen. But listening isn’t all I’ll do. I collaborate with clients in a dynamic process of exploration and discovery. I will ask you thought-provoking questions, invite you to consider new perspectives, and engage you in a therapeutic process that will promote insight and growth. I believe a trusting, authentic relationship is the foundation for healing. My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I may challenge you to "try on" a new approach, but I'll always lead with respect and compassion. Together, we can transform anxiety, depression, and trauma into relief, hope, and change for the better.
For therapy to work, you must feel safe enough to express your most distressing feelings and thoughts. It is essential that you feel heard, seen, and understood. Your therapist must be able to accompany you, with knowledge, safety and empathy, through the depths of your pain to transformance. I strive to be that kind of therapist for my clients. Before becoming a therapist, I practiced law for 14 years in a large metropolitan law firm. I became a therapist because therapy was personally transformative for me and because I passionately believe that therapy can be life-changing.
For therapy to work, you must feel safe enough to express your most distressing feelings and thoughts. It is essential that you feel heard, seen, and understood. Your therapist must be able to accompany you, with knowledge, safety and empathy, through the depths of your pain to transformance. I strive to be that kind of therapist for my clients. Before becoming a therapist, I practiced law for 14 years in a large metropolitan law firm. I became a therapist because therapy was personally transformative for me and because I passionately believe that therapy can be life-changing.
Servicing CA + CO. All parts of you are welcome here. My goal in therapy is to meet you exactly where you are and guide you to exactly where you want to be. I believe that you are the expert in your life – even if you feel doubt, stuck, or defeated. Together we can collaborate and grow in that space, by clearing out old patterns that negatively impact your present and hinder your future, so you can look forward with hope and joy. I work with trauma and addiction over all the spectrum, offer gender and sexuality-affirming care, specialize in ENM/non-monogamy/polyamory, and can provide transgender affirming referrals letters.
Servicing CA + CO. All parts of you are welcome here. My goal in therapy is to meet you exactly where you are and guide you to exactly where you want to be. I believe that you are the expert in your life – even if you feel doubt, stuck, or defeated. Together we can collaborate and grow in that space, by clearing out old patterns that negatively impact your present and hinder your future, so you can look forward with hope and joy. I work with trauma and addiction over all the spectrum, offer gender and sexuality-affirming care, specialize in ENM/non-monogamy/polyamory, and can provide transgender affirming referrals letters.
I have decades of history of working with trauma, couples, adolescents, anxiety, ADHD and substance use disorders. I work hard at empowering clients to move past struggles that hold them back and to find a sense of agency and purpose. Using a variety of different therapies and techniques including EMDR, somatic therapies, trauma informed treatment, DBT, EFT, CBT and other modalities, we work toward you finding a sense of peace.
I have decades of history of working with trauma, couples, adolescents, anxiety, ADHD and substance use disorders. I work hard at empowering clients to move past struggles that hold them back and to find a sense of agency and purpose. Using a variety of different therapies and techniques including EMDR, somatic therapies, trauma informed treatment, DBT, EFT, CBT and other modalities, we work toward you finding a sense of peace.
My background in body-focused therapies, trauma healing, spirituality, and mindfulness has helped me develop a keen awareness of the subtle body and allows me to help clients transform and integrate stress and trauma within a strength based approach that also ignites the inner wisdom essential for growth and spiritual development.
I have 26 years of experience as psychotherapist specializing in Somatic Experiencing trauma work which helps to regulate your nervous system and discharge trauma. My body based approach is empowering and compassionate, & gently takes you beyond symptoms and difficulties into your wholeness. I am flexible in my approach and can offer you a chance to talk through your issues or to go deeper into profound healing states.
My background in body-focused therapies, trauma healing, spirituality, and mindfulness has helped me develop a keen awareness of the subtle body and allows me to help clients transform and integrate stress and trauma within a strength based approach that also ignites the inner wisdom essential for growth and spiritual development.
I have 26 years of experience as psychotherapist specializing in Somatic Experiencing trauma work which helps to regulate your nervous system and discharge trauma. My body based approach is empowering and compassionate, & gently takes you beyond symptoms and difficulties into your wholeness. I am flexible in my approach and can offer you a chance to talk through your issues or to go deeper into profound healing states.
My work is mindfulness-based and grounded in understanding how the human nervous system responds to stress.
Are you feeling burnt out and overwhelmed? Maybe you're one tantrum away from exploding at your kids, or you dread visiting family. Maybe you and your partner are stuck in an endless loop of conflict that leaves you feeling exhausted and frustrated. I promise your feelings are more understandable than you think. Most people want to be the best version of themselves, but they don't know where to start. Understanding "why" you react is only a piece of the puzzle! For real change to happen, you need awareness in the moment AND more options for how to respond. Together, we'll explore new ways to handle hard times.
My work is mindfulness-based and grounded in understanding how the human nervous system responds to stress.
Are you feeling burnt out and overwhelmed? Maybe you're one tantrum away from exploding at your kids, or you dread visiting family. Maybe you and your partner are stuck in an endless loop of conflict that leaves you feeling exhausted and frustrated. I promise your feelings are more understandable than you think. Most people want to be the best version of themselves, but they don't know where to start. Understanding "why" you react is only a piece of the puzzle! For real change to happen, you need awareness in the moment AND more options for how to respond. Together, we'll explore new ways to handle hard times.
I often incorporate mindfulness, somatic experiencing, solution-focused therapy, CBT, journaling and family systems work.
It is a brave and bold act to decide to seek out a therapist. Thank you for visiting my profile. I offer a safe, warm, empathic space to explore what's going on in your life. I help people feel heard and less alone by bringing curiosity and compassion to the work of therapy. Together, we will explore the path forward to help you find more steadiness, contentment and purpose. You deserve to feel good.
I often incorporate mindfulness, somatic experiencing, solution-focused therapy, CBT, journaling and family systems work.
It is a brave and bold act to decide to seek out a therapist. Thank you for visiting my profile. I offer a safe, warm, empathic space to explore what's going on in your life. I help people feel heard and less alone by bringing curiosity and compassion to the work of therapy. Together, we will explore the path forward to help you find more steadiness, contentment and purpose. You deserve to feel good.
My approach to therapy is to really get to know you, have a clear understanding of how you see the world, and understand what led you to your way of thinking (Is that you or your mom talking?) I bring warmth, empathy, and a bit of humor into the therapy room. When working with me, I will create a safe, judgment-free space for us to dive deep into the root of your suffering is so we can untangle those pesky issues that are bringing your life down. I have been practicing therapy for over 8 years and my passion in life is helping others heal.
My approach to therapy is to really get to know you, have a clear understanding of how you see the world, and understand what led you to your way of thinking (Is that you or your mom talking?) I bring warmth, empathy, and a bit of humor into the therapy room. When working with me, I will create a safe, judgment-free space for us to dive deep into the root of your suffering is so we can untangle those pesky issues that are bringing your life down. I have been practicing therapy for over 8 years and my passion in life is helping others heal.
You are doing everything right, you are productive and responsible, and yet, for months or even years, you feel a gnawing anxiety or numbnesss. Why? You go to therapy to get better so you can return to your responsibilities. But perhaps that is the wrong route. Perhaps depression and anxiety are messengers, they are asking you to give attention to what you have neglected: yourself. Your dreams. Your hopes. Your body and mind. Your soul. You have lost connection to yourself.
If we cannot connect with ourselves, we cannot connect to others. We are busy maintaining a life we cannot feel.
You are doing everything right, you are productive and responsible, and yet, for months or even years, you feel a gnawing anxiety or numbnesss. Why? You go to therapy to get better so you can return to your responsibilities. But perhaps that is the wrong route. Perhaps depression and anxiety are messengers, they are asking you to give attention to what you have neglected: yourself. Your dreams. Your hopes. Your body and mind. Your soul. You have lost connection to yourself.
If we cannot connect with ourselves, we cannot connect to others. We are busy maintaining a life we cannot feel.
My work is informed by each client's personal history and culture; mindfulness techniques; and contemporary psychodynamic and relational theories.
In my practice I see adults seeking help with a variety of issues including: Relationship difficulties; Loss, grief, and trauma; Addiction; Anxiety and Depression; Infertility/Miscarriage/Adoption; Life Transitions; and Professional and/or Creative Blocks.
My work is informed by each client's personal history and culture; mindfulness techniques; and contemporary psychodynamic and relational theories.
In my practice I see adults seeking help with a variety of issues including: Relationship difficulties; Loss, grief, and trauma; Addiction; Anxiety and Depression; Infertility/Miscarriage/Adoption; Life Transitions; and Professional and/or Creative Blocks.
Therapy is customized to address your unique goals with a variety of research-proven techniques: Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness, and positive psychology.
There is hope for a more meaningful, satisfying life- no matter your circumstances or how heavy the world feels right now. In my 14+ years in the mental health field, I have witnessed incredible resilience despite even the most challenging of life circumstances. With support, you too are capable of immense change and growth. Through my warm and active approach, I help clients feel at ease while gently but actively encouraging insight and self compassion. My goal is to help you harness your unique strengths to build confidence, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and a greater sense of ease.
Therapy is customized to address your unique goals with a variety of research-proven techniques: Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, mindfulness, and positive psychology.
There is hope for a more meaningful, satisfying life- no matter your circumstances or how heavy the world feels right now. In my 14+ years in the mental health field, I have witnessed incredible resilience despite even the most challenging of life circumstances. With support, you too are capable of immense change and growth. Through my warm and active approach, I help clients feel at ease while gently but actively encouraging insight and self compassion. My goal is to help you harness your unique strengths to build confidence, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and a greater sense of ease.
Maybe you are dealing with new and difficult circumstances, or maybe you are ready to confront issues that have been bothering you for some time. Wherever you are, I will meet you there, help you discover where you would like to be, and move in that direction with you. You have gotten where you are today thanks to your inner strengths; my job is to help you build on those strengths while helping you change harmful patterns.
Maybe you are dealing with new and difficult circumstances, or maybe you are ready to confront issues that have been bothering you for some time. Wherever you are, I will meet you there, help you discover where you would like to be, and move in that direction with you. You have gotten where you are today thanks to your inner strengths; my job is to help you build on those strengths while helping you change harmful patterns.
Hi there, I'm Marissa! Life can feel really heavy sometimes—whether it's stress, past trauma, relationship struggles, or emotions that just won’t settle. You don’t have to carry it all alone. I aim to create a space where you can exhale, be yourself, and feel truly heard—without judgment. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s beneath the surface, understand patterns that might be holding you back, and build on your strengths to move toward healing and growth.
Hi there, I'm Marissa! Life can feel really heavy sometimes—whether it's stress, past trauma, relationship struggles, or emotions that just won’t settle. You don’t have to carry it all alone. I aim to create a space where you can exhale, be yourself, and feel truly heard—without judgment. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s beneath the surface, understand patterns that might be holding you back, and build on your strengths to move toward healing and growth.
For 13+ years I have supported motivated adults & teens in resolving depression, anxiety, and healing relational dynamics linked to trauma with somatic mindfulness, EMDR, Brainspotting & IFS parts work.
I dance between holding sacred attuned space and being structured and directive. My practice incorporates somatic practices (Hakomi Somatic Mindfulness Certified Practitioner), w/ trauma-informed, evidenced based approaches; Brainspotting Certified (Levels 1-4), EMDR trained (7 years experience). Relationally/ Attachment oriented. IFS parts work informed,
For 13+ years I have supported motivated adults & teens in resolving depression, anxiety, and healing relational dynamics linked to trauma with somatic mindfulness, EMDR, Brainspotting & IFS parts work.
I dance between holding sacred attuned space and being structured and directive. My practice incorporates somatic practices (Hakomi Somatic Mindfulness Certified Practitioner), w/ trauma-informed, evidenced based approaches; Brainspotting Certified (Levels 1-4), EMDR trained (7 years experience). Relationally/ Attachment oriented. IFS parts work informed,
