"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."

"Many people come to me wondering why they're unhappy, anxious, or unable to find fulfillment. The problem may seem obvious but a solution impossible. The same painful experiences repeat themselves, but why? And how to change them? If we meet, I will try to understand you as fully as I can and to help you come to grips with your problems. In doing so, you may discover, as sometimes happens, that there are ways to experience yourself and others that are genuinely different from what you've known thus far."

"I offer a person-centered and integrative approach to therapy, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, family systems and feminist theory, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I teach strategies and tools to manage the symptoms that may be affecting your daily functioning, while also engaging in a compassionate, honest, and nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship to facilitate deeper healing. For me, therapy is a holistic process of addressing biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of individuals and their backgrounds."

"For years I have worked with women, teens and couples from a variety of backgrounds who are facing transitions or revisiting old traumas. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, encouraging, client-centered and strength-based. I serve as an advocate and guide to help you rediscover your personal strengths and internal resources to overcome a variety of difficult circumstances and issues (e.g trauma, depression and anxiety). I take great joy in participating in a client's growth and helping them to embrace new chapters in their lives with joy and courage. I look forward to hearing from you."

"I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience working in community clinic and in private practice in Hayward. I love working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families from different multicultural backgrounds. My goal is to help my individual clients and/or families find a balanced and healthy life style, enjoy their work/school and be surrounded by meaningful relationships. Therapy can help address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, fears, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, and general life transitions. I can help provide insight, support, and new strategies for all types of life challenges."

"I can provide psychotherapy for children and young adults, couples and individuals who are experiencing mental discomfort, delusions, hallucinations, or extreme mood changes. I am highly skilled in working with clients who need cognitive behavioral guidance. Psychodynamic techniques are used to help you process your emotions and overcome issues from the past."

"I believe that effective psychotherapy enables clients to take control of their own feelings and behavior by gently uncovering the connections between past experiences and current difficulties. Positive change occurs in an atmosphere of responsibility and hope, and a respectful, dedicated therapist can effectively guide this process. I integrate straightforward communication and empathy in the context of steady, clear boundaries. I work with children and adults. Psychological services I provide include: psychodynamic therapy, play therapy, psychological evaluation, and family court and custody related interventions."

"Life is a journey that we all have to take. Sometimes you need a little assistance getting through tough times and life's transitions. Therapy can be the avenue in which you take control of your destiny and make strides towards creating a better life for yourself. I look forward to assisting you on that journey by meeting you where you are at and leading you to where you want to be"

"I tend to be open, non-judmental and able to listen well to a broad range of individuals. I have experience with people from many walks of life, varying backgrounds and have worked in the mental health field since 2002. If you desire someone to help you feel more self-acceptance, clarity and meaning I may be able to help. I have a passion for learning about human psychology, a passion I would pursue even if I were not practicing as a therapist. I like to write about human psychology and continue to read and self-educate extensively."

"I believe that Spiritual healing is as important as emotional & physical healing. I began working as a christian counselor over 5 years ago and I have witnessed authentic, holistic and complete healing from the inside out, within the lives of many. I am passionate about working with people, especially in the Faith-based community. I embrace the opportunity to support those in the faith-based community who desire integrating their faith and foundational beliefs into their restoration and healing process."

"Mental health services for those struggling with identity or social issues including workplace hardships. "

"I believe successful therapy relies on the professional therapist's core knowledge and listening skills. Both are needed to pay depth of attention to your perspective with a caring therapeutic ear. I listen well, draw from theory and practical experience to understand what my client is experiencing. I also consider what social pressures or situations impact your thinking/emotional states and what therapeutic approach might be most helpful. I take into account the client's unique human diversity, level of personal development, consciousness and, if applicable, spirituality. Together, we select the most desired and achievable goals as the therapeutic focus of our time together."

"My focus is working with clients dealing with problems relating to faith, parenting, sexuality, and relationships. I am empathetic, energetic, and warm."

"I enjoy being a psychotherapist because it provides me the opportunity to help people resolve the issues that are causing them distress. I work with adults, children, and families, and understand that each person is a unique individual with his or her unique life circumstances, history, and social and cultural context. A goal of our work together will be to help you identify and understand the conflicts that may be causing you difficulty, and to help you overcome them. Or perhaps negative thinking patterns cause you to experience sadness, loneliness, hopelessness, fear, or other unwanted emotions."

"Many people I’ve seen in my 30+ years of practice seek psychotherapy in response to personal loss, relationship difficulties in love or work, trauma or self defeating thought or behavior patterns that have become unmanageable. As we begin to meet on a regular basis, the anxiety, depression or crisis that propelled them into my office starts to calm. Broader questions like “Why do I keep waiting to live my life in the way I always imagined it to be?” or “Why have my personal or professional accomplishments not provided the fulfillment I hoped for?” then begin to emerge."

"I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I find this type of trauma therapy to be helpful in treating depression, anxiety, and past painful experiences that have resulted in negative thoughts and beliefs about ourselves. My goal is to help you look at yourself and your pain differently, in a way that will create hope for you and help you to reach your goals and your "best self.""

"I have been practicing since 1986 in the East San Francisco Bay Area with offices in Berkeley and Hayward, helping people meet the challenges presented by life in an often difficult and changing world. While the ideas of Carl Jung and other psychodynamic theorists influence the way I think and work, I draw upon a variety of approaches to meet your unique needs. The goal isn't to reduce your experience to a set of symptoms with a prescribed solution but to expand your sense of who you are to find a deeper, more satisfying life that is truly yours."

"Are you struggling, feeling stagnate, having trouble moving beyond traumatic events or having relationship difficulties? I help people get past these all too common problems. I create a warm, safe, and nurturing environment using a client-centered and holistic approach. Together we will determine what the important issues affecting your life are. We will discover how you can resolve those issues so you can move on. For the past 20 years I have provided individualized, kind, solution-based therapy and life coaching for people of all ages."

"Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed? It is nice to know help is available. Research has shown that the relationship the client has with therapist is key in helping the client get better. My clients tell me, "You really made me feel comfortable," "...There is something special about you--you helped me where no one else could", "I can share without being judged." I look forward to helping you improve your life. Para las clientes que hablan espanol los servicos ofrecido en espanol. Able to complete Immigration Interviews (U Visas, Asylum)"