Couples Counseling Therapists in Castro Valley, CA

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Susan Pease
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am committed to collaboratively working with you in a safe environment to provide support in your endeavor toward a solution to your unique and special needs. I provide therapy to families and couples , as well as individual teens and adults. I assist clients in dealing with stress of illness, cultural and life transitions, personal growth and development, and relationships.
(510) 344-6322
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Danielle Vanaman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe therapy is a collaborative and creative endeavor, and provide a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your identity, relationships, history, and desired changes. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you create lasting changes, and am also influenced by Mindfulness, Narrative, Relational, and Systemic approaches to therapy. I am certified in the Triple P Positive Parenting Program and trained in Trauma-Focused CBT. I am also supportive and affirmative of clients of all sexual orientations and gender identifications, and can assist with issues such as coming out, homophobia, and LGBT relationship or parenting issues.
(510) 849-6886
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Lauren Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
In therapy, I offer a safe and caring relationship that supports you in doing this life-changing work.
Are you feeling unhappy, isolated, stressed, stuck, or like nothing ever goes right? Do you want to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partners? I strongly believe everyone can benefit from a safe space to process their emotions and struggles. It’s daunting to find a therapist who is right for you. I will meet you where you’re at - whether that’s helping you find the words to express yourself or finding the right goals and motivations to move to the next phase of life. Healing, growth, and change are lifelong practices that often need a tune-up. I love working with teens, young adults, and adults of all ages.
(510) 394-1808
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Debora Ramirez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My aim is to build a trustworthy relationship , from which we can jointly address difficult thoughts, complex emotions, or challenging situations presented in life.
Would you like to better manage your emotions? Are you feeling like you don't fit in? Feeling unseen? Difficulty sharing your thoughts? Are you concerned that your teen or child has really strong reactions or difficulty managing a transition? The individuals and families I work with are diverse and are seeking support to address complex challenges, such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, or response to a stressful life event. Estoy al servicio de adultos, familias, y jovenes, que buscan enfrentar a los retos de la vida, y de niños/niñas con dificultad para controlar sus emociones y comportamientos.
(510) 201-5872
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Cari Yardley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I work with families, couples , adults and teens to provide support related to a broad range of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, managing life stressors and transitions, parenting support, behavioral concerns, and developmental disabilities.
"I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better." -Maya Angelou. Therapy is a collaborative and supportive journey where we will work together to help you learn practical skills and tools, and to help you to view yourself and others in a more accurate and nonjudgmental light. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions to address thoughts or behaviors that may be negatively impacting your emotions and relationships, and/or getting in the way of achieving your goals.
(510) 858-2664
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Lucrecia Bunn-Rubio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Are you struggling with feelings of sadness or hopelessness? Does it feel overwhelming to do the simplest tasks in life? Do you find yourself becoming overwhelmed or anxious around groups of people or going to work or school? If you're looking for understanding around what is happening with you or a loved one, you have taken the first step. Therapy is a place where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and begin your journey to healing. I am dedicated to helping you regain your life.
(510) 944-0328
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Kamal Freiha
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical psychologist based in the San Francisco Bay/East Bay area. My practice includes psychotherapy and evaluation for couples and adults. I am also available for teaching, training, consultation, and supervision in a wide array of settings. I have two locations, one in the heart of Castro Valley, near BART, and one in San Ramon right off the 680 freeway. I take Cigna Insurance only, however your insurance policy may have "Out of network" benefits, which would provide some reimbursement for therapists that don't take your insurance.
(510) 398-4154
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Sonia Malek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide evidence-based, empathetic, and culturally sensitive therapy to individuals and couples .
My focus is on working with you to address current challenges, process past difficulties, and develop tools to overcome hurdles in relationships and daily life. I frequently work with individuals going through life changes, experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and couples with communication and conflict concerns. In addition, I work with neurodivergent individuals, including those on the autism spectrum, and parents, including parents of children with disabilities.
(510) 617-1764
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Tia L Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT,
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with Individuals, Couples , adolescents, and persons identifying as LGBTQI, who feel as if they need assistance figuring out their personal barriers to success and happiness. I provide assistance to those who may need to overcome generational stigmas or traumas that have left them with negative self thoughts, mood issues, thinking and behaviors. In todays society we face a daily onslaught of emotional and physical triggers, just by reading the news or figuring out sheltering in place during a pandemic, with the kids home! I get it, and I can help balance your emotions, priorities and self-care, in the midst of all the chaos.
(510) 617-1048
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Veronica I Macapagal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
The focus is you. People who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and loss sometimes forget that they matter. Other things become more important. When we work together, the most important person is you. We work on getting you better emotionally, physically and spiritually. Then you can heal and have a more balanced life. My clients tell me they appreciate how I get them unstuck in difficult times. They find hope and get energized about their life. I work well with cultural, biracial, multiracial and faith based situations. I have helped many individuals, couples , families and children achieve their goals.
(510) 662-6294
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Michelle Gayle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed psychotherapist who has been in the field of psychotherapy for 25+ years. My private practice is a mixture of adults, young adults, youth, families and children. My style is strength- based and empathetic. I believe in therapy and the healing power of the therapeutic relationship . I walk beside you helping to find your best self and create the life you want.
(510) 454-8989
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Alicia Melgoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I provide individual, couples , and family therapy. I work with families with both teenage (ages 15+) and adult children. When working with teens, I take a family therapy approach and involve both the adolescent and the parents. With individuals, I work with adults on issues such as anxiety, past trauma, stress, relationship issues, boundary setting, assertiveness, self-criticism, and overall enhancement of their wellbeing, happiness, and life satisfaction. With couples , I primarily utilize Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy but also pull from other couples therapy modalities such as Gottman.
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Catherine Kvikstad
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
Dealing with depression, anxiety or stress can be overwhelming — it isn’t easy to do. Every one experiences “ups and downs” in life but some “downs” can be more problematic than others. Let me help you. I offer compassionate and honest help for: repetitive relationship problems, difficult with emotional intimacy or closeness, problems at work or school, periods of marked depression or anxiety, over-consumption of alcohol or drugs, compulsive or addictive use of a computer, phone, tv, shopping, food, exercise, work or obsessive thinking and vulnerability to self injurious or self-sabotaging behaviors.
(510) 694-1713
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Annia Raysberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
17 Endorsed
Verified
17 Endorsed
I work with individuals, couples , and families. I tend to be interactive and collaborative; I provide a warm & supportive environment to help my clients achieve positive changes in their lives. I am non-judgmental and open minded. I create an individual treatment plan and approach for each client based on each person's needs and preferences. I offer phone/video sessions if appropriate. You're welcome to contact me for a free 15 minute phone consultation and/or e-mail me with questions. You can learn more about me at www.AnniaRaysberg.com.
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Wendy S Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with couples and adult individuals with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and life transition issues.
Therapy is about change. What I enjoy most about my work is witnessing people make real changes in their lives and relationships. Many people have habitual ways of thinking, acting and interacting that do not lead to the outcomes they hope for in life. I see my role as therapist as one of helping people become more aware of the choices they make that do or don't work for them. Through better self understanding, people are able to change internal or relational habits and achieve greater satisfaction in relationships and in life in general.
(925) 308-5975
Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Vallajean Dale
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Additionally I specialize with mixed-race partners/ couples ; couples facing the impact of sex addiction and betrayal, victims of crime, and anyone in transition.
BE, the supportive, loving, stimulating, faithful partner YOU are looking for; or gain a greater and deeper understanding of yourself. Rather you are in a relationship or not, we all seek to connect, it's natural. We all are born with unique "gifts." What are yours? Learn to express them and attract who and what you want. As your Therapist, I listen to your problems, non-judgmentally, and we set goals for our work. It's your life! My specializations include working individually with men, women, couples , and groups; trauma, PTSD, self-esteem, social and emotional instability, and depression, represent a short list.
(510) 250-3036
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Castro Valley, CA 94552
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Richard Garber, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, anger, stress and trauma.
Does it seem like you are often on edge, irritable, angry, or anxious? Do people complain that you are isolated, a workaholic, drink too much, are shut down emotionally? Is it difficult to get motivated to do anything? Maybe you are haunted by a horrific incident that happened to you. Perhaps you are struggling with a significant loss. Often the people we care about the most take the brunt of our anger, irritability and anxiety. This can lead to strained or conflicted relationships with a spouse , other family members, co-workers or friends and may result in significant negative consequences to a marriage and career.
(510) 400-8347
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Rachel Elizabeth Haynes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My specializations include: relationship difficulties; substance abuse and addiction issues; issues surrounding death and dying (including pregnancy loss and bereavement); family of origin issues; ACA (Adult Child of Alcoholics); recovering addicts/ alcohol, PTSD & Trauma, depression, dealing with narcissistic abuse in family and or relationships.
Psychotherapy can be a life-changing experience - positive, productive treatment begins with a safe, trusting empathic client-therapist alliance. My approach is solution-focused which means I like to concentrate on client strengths. Together, we collaborate toward understanding and resolving concerns and struggles in the present moment. I also focus on origin of concerns (root causes) as well as future health and happiness. To do this, I integrate numerous modalities, as treatment depends on clients needs. Clients I work best with like a direct approach, with a twist of humor.
(510) 345-1638
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Thema S Page
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I provide individual therapy for a range of issues including: depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, family conflict, and relationship issues.
I am a non-judgmental compassionate licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of experience working with children, families, teens, and adults. I am sensitive to cultural, multiethnic, and racial issues. I have experience with conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and crisis de-escalation.
(510) 756-3144
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Jeffrey C. Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working with a diverse group of people. I work well with individuals who are feeling conflicted or lost within ambivalence. I work well with couples who are frustrated in trying to find a connection. I work well with children who are sensitive and parents who are longing to connect.
(510) 892-0608
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Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.