Female Therapists in Dublin, CA

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Archana Neelmegh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MHRS, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
Hi I'm Archana aka Archie. Many of my clients are women facing issues that are in some ways appear manageable to the outsider but in actuality they are struggling internally from day to day. Whether it is anxiety, eating disorders, difficult relationships, or the demands of life like college, work, new or seasoned mom, I apply my extensive experience as an eclectic therapist drawing from multiple east and western modalities to provide support to fit my clients needs. My approach is warm, creative, collaborative, but also I take pride in gently challenging you for deep reflection. After all, you are here for change right?
Hi I'm Archana aka Archie. Many of my clients are women facing issues that are in some ways appear manageable to the outsider but in actuality they are struggling internally from day to day. Whether it is anxiety, eating disorders, difficult relationships, or the demands of life like college, work, new or seasoned mom, I apply my extensive experience as an eclectic therapist drawing from multiple east and western modalities to provide support to fit my clients needs. My approach is warm, creative, collaborative, but also I take pride in gently challenging you for deep reflection. After all, you are here for change right?
(925) 744-6762 View (925) 744-6762
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Lisa Shrewsbury Christian Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568
Are you in pain, struggling with recent events or old patterns and you can't seem to get a handle on things? One minute, you are on the verge of tears. The next, you are checking out to escape the wounds from the past, the stress of life, or the endless demands of other people. What if instead of turmoil and exhaustion, you could feel lighter, a calm confidence, and a new sense of peace and freedom? It is possible and I can help.
Are you in pain, struggling with recent events or old patterns and you can't seem to get a handle on things? One minute, you are on the verge of tears. The next, you are checking out to escape the wounds from the past, the stress of life, or the endless demands of other people. What if instead of turmoil and exhaustion, you could feel lighter, a calm confidence, and a new sense of peace and freedom? It is possible and I can help.
(925) 438-6421 View (925) 438-6421
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Dr Nagma Clark Tri-Valley Relationship Therapy Inc
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
As a bi-cultural & multilingual woman of color, I wholeheartedly embrace racial, sexual & cultural diversity.
As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Couples Counselor, I support both couples and individuals—my work is to help you move through pain, miscommunication, or dissatisfaction in your sex life and relationships to find closeness and fulfillment. If sex feels "off": it's boring, or painful, or makes you anxious, OR if you dread coming home from work to avoid another fight OR if you feel alone in your relationship like you're roommates instead of lovers and partners OR if you're healing from betrayal or an affair, therapy can help you (and your partner) repair past hurts to create a fully satisfying marriage/relationship & life.
As a bi-cultural & multilingual woman of color, I wholeheartedly embrace racial, sexual & cultural diversity.
As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Couples Counselor, I support both couples and individuals—my work is to help you move through pain, miscommunication, or dissatisfaction in your sex life and relationships to find closeness and fulfillment. If sex feels "off": it's boring, or painful, or makes you anxious, OR if you dread coming home from work to avoid another fight OR if you feel alone in your relationship like you're roommates instead of lovers and partners OR if you're healing from betrayal or an affair, therapy can help you (and your partner) repair past hurts to create a fully satisfying marriage/relationship & life.
(925) 309-7821 View (925) 309-7821
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Noelle Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
Accepting new clients! Finding a therapist who is both transparent and understanding can be challenging. My approach to therapy is rooted in evidence-based treatment methods, designed to help you overcome a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, social anxiety, major life changes, and trauma.
Accepting new clients! Finding a therapist who is both transparent and understanding can be challenging. My approach to therapy is rooted in evidence-based treatment methods, designed to help you overcome a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, social anxiety, major life changes, and trauma.
(925) 397-3363 View (925) 397-3363
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Beverly Floresca
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
Life happens. Everything is running smoothly in our lives and then something happens that throws us off balance: a relationship breakup, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, divorce, or a trauma. Instead of a single event, it can also be the buildup of stress or the accumulation of various life experiences. Sometimes we just want to learn more about ourselves. It can even be a wound from our past from which we have difficulty healing. All of us experience obstacles in our lives that can become overwhelming.
Life happens. Everything is running smoothly in our lives and then something happens that throws us off balance: a relationship breakup, the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, divorce, or a trauma. Instead of a single event, it can also be the buildup of stress or the accumulation of various life experiences. Sometimes we just want to learn more about ourselves. It can even be a wound from our past from which we have difficulty healing. All of us experience obstacles in our lives that can become overwhelming.
(408) 647-4395 View (408) 647-4395
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Peggy Chen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568  (Online Only)
As a perinatal mental health therapist, my focus is on supporting mothers and their families through the profound and transformative journey of pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. I am committed to working with you through the unique emotional and psychological changes that arise during this critical period. I also can support folks who are not yet mothers or have experienced loss in their journey to motherhood. I also have a Perinatal Mental Health Certification from Postpartum Support International. You can also check out my work on my AAPI maternal mental health podcast Healing the Tigress.
As a perinatal mental health therapist, my focus is on supporting mothers and their families through the profound and transformative journey of pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. I am committed to working with you through the unique emotional and psychological changes that arise during this critical period. I also can support folks who are not yet mothers or have experienced loss in their journey to motherhood. I also have a Perinatal Mental Health Certification from Postpartum Support International. You can also check out my work on my AAPI maternal mental health podcast Healing the Tigress.
(925) 320-0253 View (925) 320-0253
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Dr. Nitsa Dimitrakos
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with an emphasis in Depth Psychology, and also a Core Faculty Professor in a PsyD Program, where I teach courses in the theory and practice of psychotherapy. As a depth psychologist, my focus is psychodynamic with a strong Psychoanalytic and Jungian influence. Depth Psychology takes special account of the way we relate to self and other and how certain relational patterns, put into place from childhood, impact our day-to-day experiences. My specialties include grief counseling, relational conflicts, self-esteem issues & life transitions.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with an emphasis in Depth Psychology, and also a Core Faculty Professor in a PsyD Program, where I teach courses in the theory and practice of psychotherapy. As a depth psychologist, my focus is psychodynamic with a strong Psychoanalytic and Jungian influence. Depth Psychology takes special account of the way we relate to self and other and how certain relational patterns, put into place from childhood, impact our day-to-day experiences. My specialties include grief counseling, relational conflicts, self-esteem issues & life transitions.
(925) 275-5105 View (925) 275-5105
Imari Kowalski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
Accepting new clients Monday to Friday. I am Imari Kowalski, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker native to the beautiful state of Michigan. During my practice in the field for the last 7 years I have stayed committed to serving others, and have served in private and non-profit environments. I am someone who believes that every family and individual has a set of unique characteristics and strengths, and after rapport is established, therapy is used as a guide to assist others in utilizing those attributes to overcome barriers within their lives.
Accepting new clients Monday to Friday. I am Imari Kowalski, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker native to the beautiful state of Michigan. During my practice in the field for the last 7 years I have stayed committed to serving others, and have served in private and non-profit environments. I am someone who believes that every family and individual has a set of unique characteristics and strengths, and after rapport is established, therapy is used as a guide to assist others in utilizing those attributes to overcome barriers within their lives.
(925) 594-6861 View (925) 594-6861
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Amanda Rivera
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568
There are many factors that contribute to the decision to pursue therapy. Finding someone who can assist you at this significant time in your life is an important choice. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I collaborate with you to understand areas to focus on within therapy and best approaches that are both helpful and supportive. I highly value treating others with respect, empathy, and acceptance. Working with me you will find my style is warm, open, and interactive.
There are many factors that contribute to the decision to pursue therapy. Finding someone who can assist you at this significant time in your life is an important choice. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I collaborate with you to understand areas to focus on within therapy and best approaches that are both helpful and supportive. I highly value treating others with respect, empathy, and acceptance. Working with me you will find my style is warm, open, and interactive.
(925) 526-6847 View (925) 526-6847
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Cheryll Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568
Welcome, my name is Cheryll, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in a holistic and integrative approach. I like to emphasize authenticity, finding purpose in one’s life and finding meaning in one’s struggles. I incorporate evidence-based interventions such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR therapy, as well as other treatments that best fits the client’s background, culture, and needs. I am passionate about you and supporting you to reach your goals. We will work collaboratively to explore the struggles you are facing and finding solutions to achieve your goal toward a happier and healthier you.
Welcome, my name is Cheryll, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in a holistic and integrative approach. I like to emphasize authenticity, finding purpose in one’s life and finding meaning in one’s struggles. I incorporate evidence-based interventions such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR therapy, as well as other treatments that best fits the client’s background, culture, and needs. I am passionate about you and supporting you to reach your goals. We will work collaboratively to explore the struggles you are facing and finding solutions to achieve your goal toward a happier and healthier you.
(925) 397-4580 View (925) 397-4580
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Allie Kaelin
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
I provide therapy for teeangers navigating the struggles of anxiety, depression, and self-esteem; individual therapy for young adult women wanting to increase their confidence and learning to set boundaries; and couples therapy, whether you are at a premarital stage or just need a tune up.
I provide therapy for teeangers navigating the struggles of anxiety, depression, and self-esteem; individual therapy for young adult women wanting to increase their confidence and learning to set boundaries; and couples therapy, whether you are at a premarital stage or just need a tune up.
(925) 489-0836 View (925) 489-0836
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Lauren Abasheva
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LPCC, CST
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568  (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like you have to monitor, pull back, and even hide yourself from others?. From friends, family, acquaintances, even from yourself? Do you tend to put your needs and wants at the bottom of the list?. Are you ready to commit to you?. Together we will work side by side to help strengthen your confidence, awareness, insight, healing, and make progress within yourself. As a Certified Sex therapist, Kink knowledgeable, Gender affirming, and Trauma therapist I understand that we are all different, and provide a laid back atmosphere.
Do you ever feel like you have to monitor, pull back, and even hide yourself from others?. From friends, family, acquaintances, even from yourself? Do you tend to put your needs and wants at the bottom of the list?. Are you ready to commit to you?. Together we will work side by side to help strengthen your confidence, awareness, insight, healing, and make progress within yourself. As a Certified Sex therapist, Kink knowledgeable, Gender affirming, and Trauma therapist I understand that we are all different, and provide a laid back atmosphere.
(925) 807-7337 View (925) 807-7337
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Joytara Behavioral and Social Coaching
EdM, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
Life can be stressful, especially if you have a diagnosis of Autism/Aspergers. Navigating your social world and relationships can be confusing when you see the world through a different lens than your peers. However, with coaching and practice, social situations, relationships, school and work can be less intimidating. If you're a parent of a child with Autism, receiving a diagnosis of autism shatters a parent’s dreams. You wonder if you child will ever learn to talk, have friends, get a job, or live independently. You need support and advice from a trusted professional who can guide you on this difficulty journey.
Life can be stressful, especially if you have a diagnosis of Autism/Aspergers. Navigating your social world and relationships can be confusing when you see the world through a different lens than your peers. However, with coaching and practice, social situations, relationships, school and work can be less intimidating. If you're a parent of a child with Autism, receiving a diagnosis of autism shatters a parent’s dreams. You wonder if you child will ever learn to talk, have friends, get a job, or live independently. You need support and advice from a trusted professional who can guide you on this difficulty journey.
(925) 267-6352 View (925) 267-6352
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Alexa Bustamante
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568
Hi, my name is Alexa Bustamante, LPCC 16345. My lens to healing seeks to understand the needs of each individual client and meet them where they are. My areas of practice acknowledge communication, cognitive and behavioral patterns as an outcome of a humanistic experience(s), and survival. I explore presenting concerns, maladaptive thought patterns/behaviors, and impactful wounds through a series of modalities, a few being: Attachment therapy, Narrative therapy, Emotion-focused therapy, Psychoeducation, and DBT.
Hi, my name is Alexa Bustamante, LPCC 16345. My lens to healing seeks to understand the needs of each individual client and meet them where they are. My areas of practice acknowledge communication, cognitive and behavioral patterns as an outcome of a humanistic experience(s), and survival. I explore presenting concerns, maladaptive thought patterns/behaviors, and impactful wounds through a series of modalities, a few being: Attachment therapy, Narrative therapy, Emotion-focused therapy, Psychoeducation, and DBT.
(925) 316-1524 View (925) 316-1524
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Sharon Andrews
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568  (Online Only)
I am passionate about therapy that produces lasting, inner healing! I use a combination of several psychological theories, depending on what will best meet my client's needs, including ImTT and EMDR, to help clients experience healing and change in the places where their pain originated. This not only creates symptom reduction and/or extinction but also produces an outcome of inner peace, joy and freedom, putting an end to trying harder, pretending or "white-knuckling" through. I love this work and look forward to connecting with you in your journey toward emotional wholeness!
I am passionate about therapy that produces lasting, inner healing! I use a combination of several psychological theories, depending on what will best meet my client's needs, including ImTT and EMDR, to help clients experience healing and change in the places where their pain originated. This not only creates symptom reduction and/or extinction but also produces an outcome of inner peace, joy and freedom, putting an end to trying harder, pretending or "white-knuckling" through. I love this work and look forward to connecting with you in your journey toward emotional wholeness!
(925) 854-4071 View (925) 854-4071
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Dr. Swetha Vajapey
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568  (Online Only)
I believe that people are innate problem solvers. However, in order to solve problems successfully, we need three key ingredients: information, capacity, and skills. Ideally, therapy isn’t about solving the problem for you, it’s about exploring the problem with you so you can determine how these ingredients are at play and develop your own methods to get them. Sometimes, I like to describe therapy as being an editor of the story you’re writing—they're your words and it is your story, but one can get lost in how to be an effective story-teller. A good editor serves as a guide to help you, the author, produce your best work.
I believe that people are innate problem solvers. However, in order to solve problems successfully, we need three key ingredients: information, capacity, and skills. Ideally, therapy isn’t about solving the problem for you, it’s about exploring the problem with you so you can determine how these ingredients are at play and develop your own methods to get them. Sometimes, I like to describe therapy as being an editor of the story you’re writing—they're your words and it is your story, but one can get lost in how to be an effective story-teller. A good editor serves as a guide to help you, the author, produce your best work.
(408) 583-6726 View (408) 583-6726
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Elena Gorrow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568  (Online Only)
In life we try to balance the responsibilities of work, school and day-to day life so we can enjoy our time with our family and friends. However when we struggle with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, or major life changes it becomes harder to find the enjoyment in life. I've been working with youth, young adults and their families for 10 years. My goal is to help you figure out how to meet the demands of day-to-day life while also seeking the opportunities to enjoy life as well.
In life we try to balance the responsibilities of work, school and day-to day life so we can enjoy our time with our family and friends. However when we struggle with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, or major life changes it becomes harder to find the enjoyment in life. I've been working with youth, young adults and their families for 10 years. My goal is to help you figure out how to meet the demands of day-to-day life while also seeking the opportunities to enjoy life as well.
(925) 380-9022 View (925) 380-9022
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Demitra Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Is there constant conflict in your relationships? Are you searching for balance, direction, or purpose? Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you using substances to cope or numb your pain? You no longer have to suffer in silence or allow fear to stand in your way. You don’t have to feel stuck and unsupported, I’m here to help. I will support you in navigating life's most difficult challenges. My style is compassionate, conversational and collaborative. I'll meet you where you are in life and walk alongside you on your journey to healing and personal growth.
Are you struggling with depression and anxiety? Is there constant conflict in your relationships? Are you searching for balance, direction, or purpose? Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated? Are you using substances to cope or numb your pain? You no longer have to suffer in silence or allow fear to stand in your way. You don’t have to feel stuck and unsupported, I’m here to help. I will support you in navigating life's most difficult challenges. My style is compassionate, conversational and collaborative. I'll meet you where you are in life and walk alongside you on your journey to healing and personal growth.
(510) 939-7381 View (510) 939-7381
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Mackenzie Sodestrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
You’ve always wanted to be a mom - it’s a dream you’ve held as long as you remember. But this is not the journey to parenthood you dreamt. Infertility is a club you never wanted to join. The ongoing cycle of hope and disappointment, waiting, tears, appointments, decisions, uncertainty, losses… it’s all so overwhelming. You initially faced fertility challenges with some resolve, but as time has gone on you’ve been worn down. You can’t control the journey, or your feelings about it, and it drives you crazy. Infertility is one of the first areas of your life where you can’t just achieve your way through, one to-do list at a time.
You’ve always wanted to be a mom - it’s a dream you’ve held as long as you remember. But this is not the journey to parenthood you dreamt. Infertility is a club you never wanted to join. The ongoing cycle of hope and disappointment, waiting, tears, appointments, decisions, uncertainty, losses… it’s all so overwhelming. You initially faced fertility challenges with some resolve, but as time has gone on you’ve been worn down. You can’t control the journey, or your feelings about it, and it drives you crazy. Infertility is one of the first areas of your life where you can’t just achieve your way through, one to-do list at a time.
(925) 396-9188 View (925) 396-9188
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Jasmin Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568
Hello, my name is Jasmin Rodriguez, LCSW. I have been providing therapy to children ages 5 to 18 for about 3.5 years. I have experience working with children in the foster care system, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I enjoy utilizing CBT and exploring how our thoughts impact what we feel, and helping find ways to challenge thoughts. I also utilize a modality to help individuals process trauma. I also enjoy working on different coping skills. I like to discuss communication during the first session, and I allow the space for clients to communicate as much as they need to.
Hello, my name is Jasmin Rodriguez, LCSW. I have been providing therapy to children ages 5 to 18 for about 3.5 years. I have experience working with children in the foster care system, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I enjoy utilizing CBT and exploring how our thoughts impact what we feel, and helping find ways to challenge thoughts. I also utilize a modality to help individuals process trauma. I also enjoy working on different coping skills. I like to discuss communication during the first session, and I allow the space for clients to communicate as much as they need to.
(925) 275-5403 View (925) 275-5403
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.