Secular and Non-Religious Therapists in Emeryville, CA
With nearly 20 years of experience as a holistic psychotherapist, I specialize in helping clients overcome perfectionism, anxiety, and complex trauma. My goal is to support you in healing past wounds, managing stress effectively, getting unstuck or building stability, and fostering self-discovery so you can feel whole, empowered, and capable of creating a fulfilling life. I also work with interracial and interfaith couples to navigate challenges related to cultural differences, communication, and values. My approach is holistic, compassionate and collaborative, tailored to your unique needs.
With nearly 20 years of experience as a holistic psychotherapist, I specialize in helping clients overcome perfectionism, anxiety, and complex trauma. My goal is to support you in healing past wounds, managing stress effectively, getting unstuck or building stability, and fostering self-discovery so you can feel whole, empowered, and capable of creating a fulfilling life. I also work with interracial and interfaith couples to navigate challenges related to cultural differences, communication, and values. My approach is holistic, compassionate and collaborative, tailored to your unique needs.
Have you ever felt life drifting in a direction you never intended, leaving you unsure where to begin, or how to find your way back to yourself? Or noticed your child or teen is overwhelmed, withdrawn, or struggling to adapt to a new school or peer group? Maybe you’ve noticed big feelings showing up in ways that are hard to understand or manage.
All people deserve to feel safe within their minds and bodies. Yet difficult experiences and life transitions can make that sense of safety feel out of reach. I specialize in supporting individuals ages 10 and up as they navigate anxiety, depression, and the lingering impact of trauma.
Have you ever felt life drifting in a direction you never intended, leaving you unsure where to begin, or how to find your way back to yourself? Or noticed your child or teen is overwhelmed, withdrawn, or struggling to adapt to a new school or peer group? Maybe you’ve noticed big feelings showing up in ways that are hard to understand or manage.
All people deserve to feel safe within their minds and bodies. Yet difficult experiences and life transitions can make that sense of safety feel out of reach. I specialize in supporting individuals ages 10 and up as they navigate anxiety, depression, and the lingering impact of trauma.
I have a virtual private practice in California where I work with teens, and adults. I consider therapy a relationship we co-create specifically to suit your needs; one to help you feel safe, heard, and respected. I have a relational style, meaning you will receive feedback from me, and never feel like you're talking to a blank wall. We all share an intrinsic longing for hope, wholeness, empowerment, and meaning. It's my privilege to help clients nourish that longing into a drive; to help them gain a sense of mastery and direction in their own lives.
I have a virtual private practice in California where I work with teens, and adults. I consider therapy a relationship we co-create specifically to suit your needs; one to help you feel safe, heard, and respected. I have a relational style, meaning you will receive feedback from me, and never feel like you're talking to a blank wall. We all share an intrinsic longing for hope, wholeness, empowerment, and meaning. It's my privilege to help clients nourish that longing into a drive; to help them gain a sense of mastery and direction in their own lives.
Are you facing mid or late life challenges? As we enter the second half of life, we experience big changes. For example, body image, relationships, death, financial stress, caregiver roles, chronic pain, illness, and an identity crisis. For women, stress from hormonal changes like menopause. My specialty is supportive counseling: compassionate care, kindness, and calm wise presence. I provide healthcare in a holistic integrative model for wellness. You deserve peace of mind and lasting happiness , especially in your later years after going through all of life's vicissitudes of colorfulness.
May your Life be Joyful and Fullfilled.
Are you facing mid or late life challenges? As we enter the second half of life, we experience big changes. For example, body image, relationships, death, financial stress, caregiver roles, chronic pain, illness, and an identity crisis. For women, stress from hormonal changes like menopause. My specialty is supportive counseling: compassionate care, kindness, and calm wise presence. I provide healthcare in a holistic integrative model for wellness. You deserve peace of mind and lasting happiness , especially in your later years after going through all of life's vicissitudes of colorfulness.
May your Life be Joyful and Fullfilled.
Currently, no waitlist. Scheduling Thurs/Fri. "Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it" (Helen Keller). My work aims to reduce suffering through evidence-based techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. I have extensive experience treating trauma survivors and with the refugee, asylum-seeker, and immigrant communities. My practice has focused on people of color; clients with serious mental illness; and individuals with justice system-involvement, neurodivergence (esp. autism), and HIV.
Currently, no waitlist. Scheduling Thurs/Fri. "Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it" (Helen Keller). My work aims to reduce suffering through evidence-based techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. I have extensive experience treating trauma survivors and with the refugee, asylum-seeker, and immigrant communities. My practice has focused on people of color; clients with serious mental illness; and individuals with justice system-involvement, neurodivergence (esp. autism), and HIV.
I believe that everyone deserves a space without judgement to explore who they are, how they got here and where they want to go. My goal as a therapist is to provide support while helping clients figure out what isn’t working for them in their life or relationships and then work as a team to make changes.
I believe that everyone deserves a space without judgement to explore who they are, how they got here and where they want to go. My goal as a therapist is to provide support while helping clients figure out what isn’t working for them in their life or relationships and then work as a team to make changes.
Bridie Mae Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , MFT, LCSW, LAC, ICADC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello I am the Indigenous therapist for you. I am a licensed clinical/macro social worker with 25 years experience in the field of adult youth and family services. I specialize in generalized in aging out of care that need support: anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, LBGTQIA2-S and/or gender exploration. Regardless of your cultural needs and expectations, I will offer you the support and safe space needed for seeking treatment. For clinicians in the field working on full clinical licensure. I also am a Supervisor for LMSW licensure both Group and Individual hours needed and offer a study group for the exam exclusively twice a month.
Hello I am the Indigenous therapist for you. I am a licensed clinical/macro social worker with 25 years experience in the field of adult youth and family services. I specialize in generalized in aging out of care that need support: anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, LBGTQIA2-S and/or gender exploration. Regardless of your cultural needs and expectations, I will offer you the support and safe space needed for seeking treatment. For clinicians in the field working on full clinical licensure. I also am a Supervisor for LMSW licensure both Group and Individual hours needed and offer a study group for the exam exclusively twice a month.
Tiffany Paul: Ketamine, EMDR, Trauma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCPT-II
4 Endorsed
Emeryville, CA 94608
I provide Ketamine-assisted and EMDR intensive therapy, which involves sessions that are typically 3 hours and occur on consecutive days or weeks for accelerated progress. This is a short-term, deep dive therapy. My clients often have lives that look great from the outside, but inside they’re struggling. If this sounds like you, you've likely learned to hide your pain and soldier on. Some clients have large wounds, and some have endured a million little paper cuts through life that have hurt the way they perceive themselves, others, or the word around them.
I provide Ketamine-assisted and EMDR intensive therapy, which involves sessions that are typically 3 hours and occur on consecutive days or weeks for accelerated progress. This is a short-term, deep dive therapy. My clients often have lives that look great from the outside, but inside they’re struggling. If this sounds like you, you've likely learned to hide your pain and soldier on. Some clients have large wounds, and some have endured a million little paper cuts through life that have hurt the way they perceive themselves, others, or the word around them.
• Relationship Difficulties: Struggling with Communication & Conflict Resolution • Family Dynamics: Parenting, Sibling Conflict, Intergenerational Challenges • Personal Growth: Stuck or Unfulfilled, Personal Development, Self-Improvement • Mental Health Concerns: Anxiety, Depression, Stress affecting Daily Life & Relationships
• Relationship Difficulties: Struggling with Communication & Conflict Resolution • Family Dynamics: Parenting, Sibling Conflict, Intergenerational Challenges • Personal Growth: Stuck or Unfulfilled, Personal Development, Self-Improvement • Mental Health Concerns: Anxiety, Depression, Stress affecting Daily Life & Relationships
You and your partner might love each other deeply—but still find yourselves stuck. Maybe your conversations spiral into conflict, or you feel like you’re speaking different emotional languages. Cultural differences, unresolved trauma, or past betrayals may be quietly shaping how you relate. You’re not alone in this—and there’s a path forward.
If you’re looking for a therapist who brings warmth, structure, and cultural sensitivity to the therapy room, I’d be honored to support your journey back to each other.
You and your partner might love each other deeply—but still find yourselves stuck. Maybe your conversations spiral into conflict, or you feel like you’re speaking different emotional languages. Cultural differences, unresolved trauma, or past betrayals may be quietly shaping how you relate. You’re not alone in this—and there’s a path forward.
If you’re looking for a therapist who brings warmth, structure, and cultural sensitivity to the therapy room, I’d be honored to support your journey back to each other.
I aim to hold a reflective space where you don’t have to simplify who you are or what you’ve been through. In therapy, we can form the kind of relationship where you feel safe to look at (and tend to) the parts of yourself that are often overlooked.
I love working with people in all stages and phases of life as they navigate the experience of being a complex human in a complex world. I am honored to hear and hold the stories of my clients and their families and to get to know the rich texture of their lives, longings, fears and dreams.
I aim to hold a reflective space where you don’t have to simplify who you are or what you’ve been through. In therapy, we can form the kind of relationship where you feel safe to look at (and tend to) the parts of yourself that are often overlooked.
I love working with people in all stages and phases of life as they navigate the experience of being a complex human in a complex world. I am honored to hear and hold the stories of my clients and their families and to get to know the rich texture of their lives, longings, fears and dreams.
I work with adolescents, adults, and families navigating life transitions, trauma recovery, and significant life events. Many of my clients are coping with anxiety, depression, relational challenges, or the impact of acute or complex trauma. I offer a space to deepen self-awareness, stay action-oriented toward meaningful change, and reconnect with your values, goals, and sense of self.
My approach is relational, strengths-based, and psychodynamic, with an emphasis on the body’s role in healing. I integrate Somatic Experiencing and mindfulness-based practices to support nervous system regulation and embodied insight.
I work with adolescents, adults, and families navigating life transitions, trauma recovery, and significant life events. Many of my clients are coping with anxiety, depression, relational challenges, or the impact of acute or complex trauma. I offer a space to deepen self-awareness, stay action-oriented toward meaningful change, and reconnect with your values, goals, and sense of self.
My approach is relational, strengths-based, and psychodynamic, with an emphasis on the body’s role in healing. I integrate Somatic Experiencing and mindfulness-based practices to support nervous system regulation and embodied insight.
Marcus uses a strength-based approach to therapy, and understands that everyone, including those seeking relationship counseling, deserve a place to focus on what's important to them. He believes the human spirit has an astounding capacity for resilience against seemingly unbeatable odds. He meets the client where they are and helps build upon their existing skills to create a life they are excited about. In addition to couples work, Marcus’s background includes working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, youth in residential housing settings, high schools, and unhoused families in crisis.
Marcus uses a strength-based approach to therapy, and understands that everyone, including those seeking relationship counseling, deserve a place to focus on what's important to them. He believes the human spirit has an astounding capacity for resilience against seemingly unbeatable odds. He meets the client where they are and helps build upon their existing skills to create a life they are excited about. In addition to couples work, Marcus’s background includes working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, youth in residential housing settings, high schools, and unhoused families in crisis.
Do you wish life would slow down so you could take a breath? Stuff has been piling up and now your relationships are strained, your social life isn't what you want, and you don’t even really know who you are. However things got to this point, you know you want life to be different and don't want to wait anymore. Many of my clients are hesitant to start therapy or have had trouble connecting with other therapists. And I get it! Let's be real, vulnerability is scary as hell. Together we’ll discover or reconnect with your truest self, cultivate healthy habits, identify unhelpful patterns & gain tools to go through the changes of life.
Do you wish life would slow down so you could take a breath? Stuff has been piling up and now your relationships are strained, your social life isn't what you want, and you don’t even really know who you are. However things got to this point, you know you want life to be different and don't want to wait anymore. Many of my clients are hesitant to start therapy or have had trouble connecting with other therapists. And I get it! Let's be real, vulnerability is scary as hell. Together we’ll discover or reconnect with your truest self, cultivate healthy habits, identify unhelpful patterns & gain tools to go through the changes of life.
A significant piece of feedback I get from clients is that they not only look forward to our appointments, but it feels truly conversational and as if talking to a friend. I am not going to be textbooky, instead you are going to get a person who can relate, be real, and also highlight what you're already doing well and ways to tweak towards progress. I am a dedicated ally for the LGBTQ+ community and committed to engaging in open, honest conversations about anti-racism and politics.
A significant piece of feedback I get from clients is that they not only look forward to our appointments, but it feels truly conversational and as if talking to a friend. I am not going to be textbooky, instead you are going to get a person who can relate, be real, and also highlight what you're already doing well and ways to tweak towards progress. I am a dedicated ally for the LGBTQ+ community and committed to engaging in open, honest conversations about anti-racism and politics.
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I’m passionate about providing the direction when my clients have a destination! When you know what your wellbeing looks like I will help you get there with self exploration and visible action!
I love working with clients who are making life transitions and building resilience.
I’m passionate about providing the direction when my clients have a destination! When you know what your wellbeing looks like I will help you get there with self exploration and visible action!
I love working with clients who are making life transitions and building resilience.
I welcome everyone! I've worked extensively with active and former military, older adults, geeks, gamers, lgbtq+ and theater kids on a variety of issues My areas of focus include: ADHD, depression/anxiety, religious trauma, PTSD, chronic pain and end of life issues. We'll explore ways in which to manage and identify stress and how we hold it in the body, work on identifying values, and using them to move forward in life with purpose. Because when our head aligns with our heart, amazing things can happen! Right now I am only accepting California clients. Thank you!
I welcome everyone! I've worked extensively with active and former military, older adults, geeks, gamers, lgbtq+ and theater kids on a variety of issues My areas of focus include: ADHD, depression/anxiety, religious trauma, PTSD, chronic pain and end of life issues. We'll explore ways in which to manage and identify stress and how we hold it in the body, work on identifying values, and using them to move forward in life with purpose. Because when our head aligns with our heart, amazing things can happen! Right now I am only accepting California clients. Thank you!
My approach is psychodynamic to help clients gain insight into their issues and concerns. I collaborate with clients to help recognize unhelpful thought, emotional and behaviors patterns and defense mechanisms and develop healthier ways to cope. I will provide a safe space for you to share your story, concerns, issues, hopes and dreams. I will meet you where you are and help you identify what you want to address. Then, I will collaborate with you to set concrete, measurable goals and action plans that you can track as you move toward your goals.
My approach is psychodynamic to help clients gain insight into their issues and concerns. I collaborate with clients to help recognize unhelpful thought, emotional and behaviors patterns and defense mechanisms and develop healthier ways to cope. I will provide a safe space for you to share your story, concerns, issues, hopes and dreams. I will meet you where you are and help you identify what you want to address. Then, I will collaborate with you to set concrete, measurable goals and action plans that you can track as you move toward your goals.
Licensed in CA & MO, in-person office in KCMO. I love working with women who are sensitive or have always felt "different." They tend to be neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, have had harmful or traumatic experiences with religion, or are from some type of marginalized community. At the same time, my foundations are in relational psychodynamic and emotion-focused work, so those interested in working on attachment or emotional concerns, depth work, and any relationship issues are great fits, too. I'm EMDR trained and am so excited at the change that can come with this modality, including for trauma, self-criticism, and even social anxiety.
Licensed in CA & MO, in-person office in KCMO. I love working with women who are sensitive or have always felt "different." They tend to be neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, have had harmful or traumatic experiences with religion, or are from some type of marginalized community. At the same time, my foundations are in relational psychodynamic and emotion-focused work, so those interested in working on attachment or emotional concerns, depth work, and any relationship issues are great fits, too. I'm EMDR trained and am so excited at the change that can come with this modality, including for trauma, self-criticism, and even social anxiety.
Dr. Keith Bonnes is a Psychologist with 7 years of experience in a variety of settings including outpatient programs, veteran care facilities, community mental health programs and clinic settings. Dr. Bonnes previously served in the United States Air Force and brings with him the Air Force ethos and experience of going above and beyond. He’s worked with families impacted by trauma, worked as a trauma specialist with Veterans that experienced combat trauma or military sexual trauma, and supported outpatient clients with a range of mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, severe mental illness, and personality disorders
Dr. Keith Bonnes is a Psychologist with 7 years of experience in a variety of settings including outpatient programs, veteran care facilities, community mental health programs and clinic settings. Dr. Bonnes previously served in the United States Air Force and brings with him the Air Force ethos and experience of going above and beyond. He’s worked with families impacted by trauma, worked as a trauma specialist with Veterans that experienced combat trauma or military sexual trauma, and supported outpatient clients with a range of mental health disorders including anxiety, depression, severe mental illness, and personality disorders
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What is a secular and non religious approach in therapy?
Secular or non-religious therapy is a theoretical orientation used by many therapists and describes a therapeutic approach that does not rely on any specific religious or faith-based beliefs in the therapeutic process. Secular counselors will often approach therapy with an emphasis on evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients, instead of relying on religious practices, such as prayer or belief in God.
Is secular therapy primarily for non-religious people?
Both religious and non-religious individuals can benefit from secular therapy. People exploring their religious or spiritual beliefs may find it especially useful to work with a secular therapist who is unbiased toward any specific religion. While religious individuals might value the connection and familiarity of seeing a counselor who shares their beliefs, secular counseling can offer them the chance to develop coping skills independent of their religious practice, which can be beneficial in various aspects of their lives.
Can a secular approach to therapy help with religious trauma?
One major reason clients may seek a secular therapist is to process previous religious experiences, including religious trauma. Secular therapists can help clients manage symptoms of the trauma through practices such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). They can also encourage clients through talk therapy or psychodynamic approaches to explore the roots of their religious trauma. Since secular therapists do not have any predetermined religious beliefs, they can be particularly helpful for clients looking to explore their own religious beliefs following a history of religious trauma.
What does non religious marriage and premarital counseling involve?
Marriage and premarital counseling typically involves a couple meeting with a therapist to discuss topics such as planning for marriage, navigating a new marriage, addressing relationship challenges, and developing better communication and conflict resolution skills. Non-religious therapists assist couples in achieving these goals without adhering to specific religious beliefs or frameworks, often emphasizing inclusivity and non-judgment, especially for "nontraditional" couples. However, seeking couples therapy from a non-religious counselor does not mean religious topics are off-limits. In fact, non-religious couples from different religious backgrounds may benefit from a secular therapist who remains neutral toward the beliefs of each partner.