Intervention Therapists in Castro Valley, CA

Veronica I Macapagal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Castro Valley, CA 94546
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 we 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.
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 we 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 View (510) 662-6294
Yu Chi (郁琦) Liao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Online Only
Using behavior intervention, Client-Centered Play Therapy, and unconditional positive regard, I help clients improve regulation, reduce distress, and build confidence.
As a bilingual Mandarin–English therapist, I support children, adolescents, and adults who need a safe, culturally aware space to navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. My work is rooted in client-centered advocacy, ensuring that every individual feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing process. I utilize Client-Centered Play Th
Using behavior intervention, Client-Centered Play Therapy, and unconditional positive regard, I help clients improve regulation, reduce distress, and build confidence.
As a bilingual Mandarin–English therapist, I support children, adolescents, and adults who need a safe, culturally aware space to navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. My work is rooted in client-centered advocacy, ensuring that every individual feels heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing process. I utilize Client-Centered Play Th
(510) 737-5364 View (510) 737-5364
Annia Raysberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
20 Endorsed
Castro Valley, CA 94546
I work with individuals of all genders who are over 18. 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 am Certified in EMDR which means I have advanced training in this modality (beyond basic training). EMDR is used to re-process traumatic memories, and it can be applied to other things as well. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
I work with individuals of all genders who are over 18. 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 am Certified in EMDR which means I have advanced training in this modality (beyond basic training). EMDR is used to re-process traumatic memories, and it can be applied to other things as well. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
(415) 941-3461 View (415) 941-3461
Debora Ramirez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Would you like to better manage your emotions? Are you feeling like you're not good enough? 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.
Would you like to better manage your emotions? Are you feeling like you're not good enough? 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 View (510) 201-5872
Mirely Vasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Castro Valley, CA 94552
Bienvenidos/Welcome! I am a bilingual/bicultural Spanish-speaking therapist located in the East Bay area of California. I have been working with children, teens, and adults of color struggling with an array of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship satisfaction, life purpose, trauma, postpartum depression, and spirituality, related to life transitions, family stress, trauma, and grief. Although my work has focused on the unique needs of minorities and underrepresented individuals, being a member of that community is certainly not a requirement for your personal development.
Bienvenidos/Welcome! I am a bilingual/bicultural Spanish-speaking therapist located in the East Bay area of California. I have been working with children, teens, and adults of color struggling with an array of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship satisfaction, life purpose, trauma, postpartum depression, and spirituality, related to life transitions, family stress, trauma, and grief. Although my work has focused on the unique needs of minorities and underrepresented individuals, being a member of that community is certainly not a requirement for your personal development.
(510) 916-3215 View (510) 916-3215
Lita Cienega-Saldana
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, I'm Lita Cienega-Saldana, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of California. I offer therapeutic services to individuals and families seeking additional support in connecting with their inner selves and leading more independent and fulfilling lives. With nearly 6 years of experience in the mental health field, I am enthusiastic about guiding and assisting individuals on their therapeutic journey. Outside of my professional life, I cherish spending time with my family, which includes my husband and two teenage girls.
Hello, I'm Lita Cienega-Saldana, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of California. I offer therapeutic services to individuals and families seeking additional support in connecting with their inner selves and leading more independent and fulfilling lives. With nearly 6 years of experience in the mental health field, I am enthusiastic about guiding and assisting individuals on their therapeutic journey. Outside of my professional life, I cherish spending time with my family, which includes my husband and two teenage girls.
(949) 787-0906 View (949) 787-0906
Alisa Eisenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
My name is Alisa Eisenberg, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals statewide via telehealth. I specialize in stress management, how to develop a healthy lifestyle, increase resilience, and a variety of stress related disorders including depression, anxiety, symptoms of PTSD as well as medical and health issues. I have worked with individuals of varying ages as my approach benefits all age groups, from late teens to older adults.
My name is Alisa Eisenberg, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals statewide via telehealth. I specialize in stress management, how to develop a healthy lifestyle, increase resilience, and a variety of stress related disorders including depression, anxiety, symptoms of PTSD as well as medical and health issues. I have worked with individuals of varying ages as my approach benefits all age groups, from late teens to older adults.
(408) 413-1675 View (408) 413-1675

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Ben Black
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Francisco, CA 94102
My approach to therapy begins with evidence-based treatment, addressing the immediate reasons you’re seeking support, followed by deeper work with the subconscious once your day to day becomes more stable. Together we can return agency to your life by collaborating on tangible solutions while uncovering the origin of limiting beliefs. I work with couples and individuals to recalibrate patterns of behavior that leave them struggling with depression, anxiety, co-dependency, or substance use.
My approach to therapy begins with evidence-based treatment, addressing the immediate reasons you’re seeking support, followed by deeper work with the subconscious once your day to day becomes more stable. Together we can return agency to your life by collaborating on tangible solutions while uncovering the origin of limiting beliefs. I work with couples and individuals to recalibrate patterns of behavior that leave them struggling with depression, anxiety, co-dependency, or substance use.
(415) 301-7635 View (415) 301-7635
Maya Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
Maya Peters is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in the field of mental health. She received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California and enjoys serving the diverse, multifaceted Southern California community. Her treatment methodology builds on an individual’s strengths and sees treatment as a collaborative endeavor that requires empathy, transparency, and client-centered goals.
Maya Peters is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in the field of mental health. She received her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California and enjoys serving the diverse, multifaceted Southern California community. Her treatment methodology builds on an individual’s strengths and sees treatment as a collaborative endeavor that requires empathy, transparency, and client-centered goals.
(424) 395-2960 View (424) 395-2960
Jeff Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Palo Alto, CA 94306
It has been over 30 years of helping families, adolescents and children. There have been hundreds of family members enjoying better lives and better relationships. You can, too! Give me a call or set up an appointment and lets start figuring out the right direction and getting past the things that are in the way to help you have the best years of your life!
It has been over 30 years of helping families, adolescents and children. There have been hundreds of family members enjoying better lives and better relationships. You can, too! Give me a call or set up an appointment and lets start figuring out the right direction and getting past the things that are in the way to help you have the best years of your life!
(650) 241-1720 View (650) 241-1720
Robin Mason
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Robin Mason LMFT has a profound passion for enhancing relationships and promoting emotional well-being. Throughout her career, Robin has worked tirelessly to provide compassionate and effective therapy for individuals, couples, and families seeking to navigate the intricate dynamics of their relationships.
Robin Mason LMFT has a profound passion for enhancing relationships and promoting emotional well-being. Throughout her career, Robin has worked tirelessly to provide compassionate and effective therapy for individuals, couples, and families seeking to navigate the intricate dynamics of their relationships.
(725) 257-6556 View (725) 257-6556
Kacey Truong
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Oakland, CA 94609
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
(415) 236-4893 View (415) 236-4893
Dr. Herb Kessner
Verified Verified
Online Only
Things are changing rapidly right now and making a career change can be a powerful and transforming experience. I offer a wide range of personal testing, action planning, career counseling and professional development In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. I have a highly personalized approach tailored to each of our client's individual needs, to help them attain the personal growth & success they're striving for. My combination of long business experience, psychological insight and career counseling provides you with the tools you need to discover your strengths, develop your action plan and achieve your next steps.
Things are changing rapidly right now and making a career change can be a powerful and transforming experience. I offer a wide range of personal testing, action planning, career counseling and professional development In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere. I have a highly personalized approach tailored to each of our client's individual needs, to help them attain the personal growth & success they're striving for. My combination of long business experience, psychological insight and career counseling provides you with the tools you need to discover your strengths, develop your action plan and achieve your next steps.
(415) 849-3723 View (415) 849-3723
Carolyn Jasculca
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MPA
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94121
Carolyn is driven by a vision to create a kinder humanity—one nervous system at a time. She believes therapy provides a space to explore safety in an uncertain world by fostering awareness of the connection between the heart, intuition, and the nervous system. Carolyn understands that while the nervous system doesn’t lie- judgments, perceptions, and assumptions can leave individuals feeling stuck, misunderstood, or exhausted.
Carolyn is driven by a vision to create a kinder humanity—one nervous system at a time. She believes therapy provides a space to explore safety in an uncertain world by fostering awareness of the connection between the heart, intuition, and the nervous system. Carolyn understands that while the nervous system doesn’t lie- judgments, perceptions, and assumptions can leave individuals feeling stuck, misunderstood, or exhausted.
(415) 840-5214 View (415) 840-5214
Jose Guadalupe Hurtado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94605
I am experienced in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, individual, and family therapy.
Specialize in treatment of substance abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management, and suicidal ideation and attempts.
I am experienced in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, individual, and family therapy.
Specialize in treatment of substance abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management, and suicidal ideation and attempts.
(831) 534-9295 View (831) 534-9295
Dr. Neko Milton
Psychological Associate, PsyD
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello my name is Dr. Nekolas “Neko” Milton, I am a registered psychological associate supervised by Dr. David Sheperd. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I operate from a client-centered, humanistic approach, focusing on aspects of existentialism, mindfulness, family-systems, multicultralism, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while keeping careful consideration of cultural concerns and practices. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma-related diagnoses, and incorporate evidenced-based practices to address maladaptive patterns and behaviors.
Hello my name is Dr. Nekolas “Neko” Milton, I am a registered psychological associate supervised by Dr. David Sheperd. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I operate from a client-centered, humanistic approach, focusing on aspects of existentialism, mindfulness, family-systems, multicultralism, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, while keeping careful consideration of cultural concerns and practices. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma-related diagnoses, and incorporate evidenced-based practices to address maladaptive patterns and behaviors.
(415) 799-5848 View (415) 799-5848
Christina Ann Balboni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Serves Area
With over a decade working in the Gerontology field; individuals facing isolation in today's remote work culture, to couples/families facing distress in the home, to transition into our silver years and beyond. Specializing in end of life care and support. Depression, anxiety; let's learn some new strategies and coping skills, exploring and resolving the why together. Life is like the ocean, with highs and lows. You are the captain, and I am just here to help navigate. Congratulations, you've already taken the first step.
With over a decade working in the Gerontology field; individuals facing isolation in today's remote work culture, to couples/families facing distress in the home, to transition into our silver years and beyond. Specializing in end of life care and support. Depression, anxiety; let's learn some new strategies and coping skills, exploring and resolving the why together. Life is like the ocean, with highs and lows. You are the captain, and I am just here to help navigate. Congratulations, you've already taken the first step.
(925) 406-3903 View (925) 406-3903
Edith Romero-Cabral
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
If you feel lost and are struggling with issues like; life changes, feeling stuck, and depression, it can be difficult to know where to turn and how to get help. Maybe you feel like this more often than not, and it has become a new normal that you can't shake. What if there was a way for you to break out of this cycle? What if I could teach you to change your situation? As a Spanish speaking military spouse, student, professional, and mother, I’ve learned to successfully adjust to different cultures and new situations at any time. I can help you develop these skills too.
If you feel lost and are struggling with issues like; life changes, feeling stuck, and depression, it can be difficult to know where to turn and how to get help. Maybe you feel like this more often than not, and it has become a new normal that you can't shake. What if there was a way for you to break out of this cycle? What if I could teach you to change your situation? As a Spanish speaking military spouse, student, professional, and mother, I’ve learned to successfully adjust to different cultures and new situations at any time. I can help you develop these skills too.
(619) 268-8147 View (619) 268-8147
Barb McClung
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Oakland, CA 94610
Dear potential Client, Congratulations on choosing to seek therapy. This takes courage and can feel particularly challenging when you are experiencing distress. Finding someone with whom you and/or your loved ones can feel safe and supported is critical and there are many good therapists to choose from. I can help. I can consult with you about what you are needing at this time and whether I can provide it. If it's a fit, great! You have found a therapist. If not, you'll have gained valuable info about what you need as you continue your search.
Dear potential Client, Congratulations on choosing to seek therapy. This takes courage and can feel particularly challenging when you are experiencing distress. Finding someone with whom you and/or your loved ones can feel safe and supported is critical and there are many good therapists to choose from. I can help. I can consult with you about what you are needing at this time and whether I can provide it. If it's a fit, great! You have found a therapist. If not, you'll have gained valuable info about what you need as you continue your search.
(415) 966-3938 View (415) 966-3938
Tanya Gray-Dorsett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hi, formalities first! I am Tanya Gray-Dorsett, a Licensed Marriage, Child and Family Therapist with 10 years of post graduate experience providing therapeutic services to individuals needing mental health support, whether it be life-stressor related problems or more intense mental health concerns. These can include job stress, problems with life transitions, Anxiety and Anxiety disorders, depression, Bipolar, Personality Disorders, and Schizophrenic and Schizoaffective Disorders.
Hi, formalities first! I am Tanya Gray-Dorsett, a Licensed Marriage, Child and Family Therapist with 10 years of post graduate experience providing therapeutic services to individuals needing mental health support, whether it be life-stressor related problems or more intense mental health concerns. These can include job stress, problems with life transitions, Anxiety and Anxiety disorders, depression, Bipolar, Personality Disorders, and Schizophrenic and Schizoaffective Disorders.
(707) 466-7262 View (707) 466-7262

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Intervention Therapists
How does an intervention work?
An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behavior and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behavior has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.

How effective are interventions?
There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.

What are the limitations of interventions?
While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.

Are there alternatives to interventions?
Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.