Imago Therapists in Hayward, CA
Life can be overwhelming and filled with challenges that leave us feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or cultural identity conflicts, feeling like no one truly understands your experiences. Perhaps you long for deeper connections, greater self-acceptance, or healing from past wounds but don’t know where to start. I want you to know that you don’t have to navigate these struggles alone.
Life can be overwhelming and filled with challenges that leave us feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or cultural identity conflicts, feeling like no one truly understands your experiences. Perhaps you long for deeper connections, greater self-acceptance, or healing from past wounds but don’t know where to start. I want you to know that you don’t have to navigate these struggles alone.
Accepting Clients. Do you find it hard to cope with life due to relationship or career stress, grief and unresolved family dynamics? Sometimes, "feeling stuck" could be due to a recent or prior trauma leading to depression & anxiety. Are you trying to negotiate between 2 different cultures? Have you had a recent loss, breakup, or divorce?: My role is to increase awareness of your experience and help you develop effective coping strategies. My style is warm & engaged.
Accepting Clients. Do you find it hard to cope with life due to relationship or career stress, grief and unresolved family dynamics? Sometimes, "feeling stuck" could be due to a recent or prior trauma leading to depression & anxiety. Are you trying to negotiate between 2 different cultures? Have you had a recent loss, breakup, or divorce?: My role is to increase awareness of your experience and help you develop effective coping strategies. My style is warm & engaged.
I help individuals and couples reconnect with themselves and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in working with clients who feel stuck in repeating patterns whether in relationships, self-worth, or emotional overwhelm and are ready to understand themselves on a deeper level. Many of my clients begin to recognize patterns rooted in attachment dynamics, such as anxious or avoidant tendencies, that shape how they show up in their lives and relationships.
I help individuals and couples reconnect with themselves and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in working with clients who feel stuck in repeating patterns whether in relationships, self-worth, or emotional overwhelm and are ready to understand themselves on a deeper level. Many of my clients begin to recognize patterns rooted in attachment dynamics, such as anxious or avoidant tendencies, that shape how they show up in their lives and relationships.
I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, children, and groups using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and humanistic modalities.I embrace cultural diversity and am experienced with treating a broad spectrum of clinical issues such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression,addictions,grief and loss, marital, relationship,life issues, and stress management among others.I work with all ages, starting from age 3 on up.
I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, children, and groups using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and humanistic modalities.I embrace cultural diversity and am experienced with treating a broad spectrum of clinical issues such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression,addictions,grief and loss, marital, relationship,life issues, and stress management among others.I work with all ages, starting from age 3 on up.
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Welcome! I am so happy you're here. My first and foremost priority is to help you feel safe, relaxed, and comfortable. I exude warmth, open-mindedness, non-judgment, and care from a genuine place. I've worked with many diverse populations over the years and particularly enjoy working with teens and young adults as he/she/they discover their truest selves and navigate the complexities of life. Whether it is anxiety or depression or overcoming a painful past, you are not alone and there IS a light at the end of the tunnel.
Welcome! I am so happy you're here. My first and foremost priority is to help you feel safe, relaxed, and comfortable. I exude warmth, open-mindedness, non-judgment, and care from a genuine place. I've worked with many diverse populations over the years and particularly enjoy working with teens and young adults as he/she/they discover their truest selves and navigate the complexities of life. Whether it is anxiety or depression or overcoming a painful past, you are not alone and there IS a light at the end of the tunnel.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in my deep respect and genuine interest in people. Since I am an expressive and inquisitive person, it comes naturally to me to practice a style of therapy that is both interactive and eclectic. I offer insights, observations, suggestions, feedback, as well as attentive listening. I am adaptable and able to adjust my style according to what works best for the client. As a team, my clients and I work together to find creative solutions to overcome obstacles to growth and well-being.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in my deep respect and genuine interest in people. Since I am an expressive and inquisitive person, it comes naturally to me to practice a style of therapy that is both interactive and eclectic. I offer insights, observations, suggestions, feedback, as well as attentive listening. I am adaptable and able to adjust my style according to what works best for the client. As a team, my clients and I work together to find creative solutions to overcome obstacles to growth and well-being.
Hi there, I'm Amy! I specialize in the holistic treatment of anxiety disorders/stress, and PTSD, using cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and self-compassion tools. I also love to support new mothers, single parents, and those with chronic or terminal illness. Providing a very supportive, collaborative, and effective counseling experience for you is my mission. I enjoy listening closely to what you wish to share, asking questions to further your exploration of yourself and the issues that are important to you. I am happy to offer new perspectives and specific tools for thoughts, emotions, situations, relationships.
Hi there, I'm Amy! I specialize in the holistic treatment of anxiety disorders/stress, and PTSD, using cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and self-compassion tools. I also love to support new mothers, single parents, and those with chronic or terminal illness. Providing a very supportive, collaborative, and effective counseling experience for you is my mission. I enjoy listening closely to what you wish to share, asking questions to further your exploration of yourself and the issues that are important to you. I am happy to offer new perspectives and specific tools for thoughts, emotions, situations, relationships.
Imago therapy is the best!
Pick me! Pick me! :-) Hi, I'm Adrian. I'm in person and local in San Jose. I absolutely love this work and, with over 20 years of experience, I am still energized by it. Many of my clients tried just about everything before deciding that therapy was their best solution. Making changes in our lives and getting clear on what we need to change can be very difficult.
Imago therapy is the best!
Pick me! Pick me! :-) Hi, I'm Adrian. I'm in person and local in San Jose. I absolutely love this work and, with over 20 years of experience, I am still energized by it. Many of my clients tried just about everything before deciding that therapy was their best solution. Making changes in our lives and getting clear on what we need to change can be very difficult.
Have you recently experienced or witnessed a traumatic event? Are you going through a break-up or some other type of loss? Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse? Your sleep problems, depression, anxiety, poor performance at work and relationship issues are often the result of current of past trauma. Many of my clients include those who have come from dysfunctional families where they experienced or witnessed abuse. For the past 23 years I have been helping clients to cope with and address traumatic experiences. I have extensive training and experience in the treatment of trauma.
Have you recently experienced or witnessed a traumatic event? Are you going through a break-up or some other type of loss? Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse? Your sleep problems, depression, anxiety, poor performance at work and relationship issues are often the result of current of past trauma. Many of my clients include those who have come from dysfunctional families where they experienced or witnessed abuse. For the past 23 years I have been helping clients to cope with and address traumatic experiences. I have extensive training and experience in the treatment of trauma.
I'm a licensed psychologist treating individuals and families in the Bay Area for more than 20 years. My patients want to remove obstacles and recover hope, purpose and themselves. I help explore deeper issues and patterns underlying persistent unhappiness, as well as help navigate life transitions that are overwhelming. Adjusting to uncertainty, new beginnings, endings, isolation, betrayal, grief, and constantly changing conditions are challenging and can cause us to get stuck. I can help unstick.
I'm a licensed psychologist treating individuals and families in the Bay Area for more than 20 years. My patients want to remove obstacles and recover hope, purpose and themselves. I help explore deeper issues and patterns underlying persistent unhappiness, as well as help navigate life transitions that are overwhelming. Adjusting to uncertainty, new beginnings, endings, isolation, betrayal, grief, and constantly changing conditions are challenging and can cause us to get stuck. I can help unstick.
Many accomplished professionals seek therapy when responsibility and pressure feel too heavy to carry alone. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, sustained stress, or a persistent sense of stagnation, therapy provides a place to pause, think clearly, and recalibrate. When daily demands begin to overwhelm—or when longstanding patterns limit progress—therapy can help you regain clarity, confidence, and direction. In our work together, we’ll examine what has been weighing on you, understand how your mind and body respond under pressure, and build effective strategies to reduce symptoms and enhance your overall quality of life
Many accomplished professionals seek therapy when responsibility and pressure feel too heavy to carry alone. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, sustained stress, or a persistent sense of stagnation, therapy provides a place to pause, think clearly, and recalibrate. When daily demands begin to overwhelm—or when longstanding patterns limit progress—therapy can help you regain clarity, confidence, and direction. In our work together, we’ll examine what has been weighing on you, understand how your mind and body respond under pressure, and build effective strategies to reduce symptoms and enhance your overall quality of life
Are you feeling stressed? Do you wake up moody? Is your anger affecting your loved ones? Has your addiction isolated you? Is your relationship suffering? You can feel better and enjoy your life. Sometimes you just need a bit of guidance to find tools and techniques that help you. I shine a light on your toolbox so that you can find the right tools to take charge of your life.
Are you feeling stressed? Do you wake up moody? Is your anger affecting your loved ones? Has your addiction isolated you? Is your relationship suffering? You can feel better and enjoy your life. Sometimes you just need a bit of guidance to find tools and techniques that help you. I shine a light on your toolbox so that you can find the right tools to take charge of your life.
I have over 40 years of experience helping people face challenges in their lives including loss, adoption related issues, addiction, relationships/couples, life threatening illness, chronic pain, anxiety, mood and bipolar disorder, PTSD, complex trauma, divorce, and other life transitions. I am a warm and caring therapist who is also able to be direct when needed. From the moment you enter my office I do all I can to provide a safe and comfortable environment for us to work collaboratively with whatever issues you are facing in your life today. You will always be treated with respect and compassion throughout our work together.
I have over 40 years of experience helping people face challenges in their lives including loss, adoption related issues, addiction, relationships/couples, life threatening illness, chronic pain, anxiety, mood and bipolar disorder, PTSD, complex trauma, divorce, and other life transitions. I am a warm and caring therapist who is also able to be direct when needed. From the moment you enter my office I do all I can to provide a safe and comfortable environment for us to work collaboratively with whatever issues you are facing in your life today. You will always be treated with respect and compassion throughout our work together.
Christine strives to create a safe, warm, and supportive environment in which clients can freely express themselves, their heartaches and struggles without guilt or shame. She is passionate in assisting her clients to explore those “small steps” which can lead to positive changes and a life of hope rather than despair.
Christine strives to create a safe, warm, and supportive environment in which clients can freely express themselves, their heartaches and struggles without guilt or shame. She is passionate in assisting her clients to explore those “small steps” which can lead to positive changes and a life of hope rather than despair.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. My hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. My hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.
The greatest discovery I have made in life is to embrace the unexpected, to crave the twists and turns as much as the great joys of life, and to lead with curiosity. Life can often feel scary, and we may face challenges that leave us feeling like there is nowhere to turn. If you find yourself feeling this way, you are not alone. Whether you are dealing with feelings of great sadness, anxiousness that feels uncontrollable, or struggling to move past an event in your life you have turned to the right place. Seeking therapy can lead to a greater understanding of yourself, the world around you, and the person you want to be.
The greatest discovery I have made in life is to embrace the unexpected, to crave the twists and turns as much as the great joys of life, and to lead with curiosity. Life can often feel scary, and we may face challenges that leave us feeling like there is nowhere to turn. If you find yourself feeling this way, you are not alone. Whether you are dealing with feelings of great sadness, anxiousness that feels uncontrollable, or struggling to move past an event in your life you have turned to the right place. Seeking therapy can lead to a greater understanding of yourself, the world around you, and the person you want to be.
For my work with couples I incorporate The Gottman Method, Imago Therapy and Emotional Focused Therapy.
Hi, I am MaryAnn Newsom. a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), specializing in helping adults navigate relationship issues, Executive Functioning challenges, and Trauma related concerns. My goal is to provide a supportive, calm space where clients can authentically explore their concerns and work towards meaningful life changes.
I am passionate about my work because I deeply believe in the potential for personal growth. My goal is to help you carve out a life that brings you fulfilment. I am here to help you navigate your personal growth journey with compassion and expertise.
For my work with couples I incorporate The Gottman Method, Imago Therapy and Emotional Focused Therapy.
Hi, I am MaryAnn Newsom. a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), specializing in helping adults navigate relationship issues, Executive Functioning challenges, and Trauma related concerns. My goal is to provide a supportive, calm space where clients can authentically explore their concerns and work towards meaningful life changes.
I am passionate about my work because I deeply believe in the potential for personal growth. My goal is to help you carve out a life that brings you fulfilment. I am here to help you navigate your personal growth journey with compassion and expertise.
As a therapist, I have passionately served and worked with a diverse range of individuals and issues. Whether these are current or past issues you are looking to seek help with, I am so eager to help. You do not have to suffer in silence or struggle alone! My education and experiences have provided me with the foundation to serve and address a wide range of backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses and therapeutic issues. I like to take a collaborative approach utilizing your strengths and my knowledge, so we can do this together!
As a therapist, I have passionately served and worked with a diverse range of individuals and issues. Whether these are current or past issues you are looking to seek help with, I am so eager to help. You do not have to suffer in silence or struggle alone! My education and experiences have provided me with the foundation to serve and address a wide range of backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses and therapeutic issues. I like to take a collaborative approach utilizing your strengths and my knowledge, so we can do this together!
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals and couples. My area of expertise includes working with ethnic and multicultural population and addressing issues related to couples in inter-racial marriages, struggles with cultural assimilation and family relationship dynamics. I speak 5 languages and I am keenly aware of the specific issues faced by Indian-Americans in particular and Asian Americans in general, especially with regards to struggles with personal and cultural identity. I offer brief and long term models of therapy via telehealth/online medium.
I have over 15 years experience working with individuals and couples. My area of expertise includes working with ethnic and multicultural population and addressing issues related to couples in inter-racial marriages, struggles with cultural assimilation and family relationship dynamics. I speak 5 languages and I am keenly aware of the specific issues faced by Indian-Americans in particular and Asian Americans in general, especially with regards to struggles with personal and cultural identity. I offer brief and long term models of therapy via telehealth/online medium.
My work as a therapist is grounded in trauma-informed, feminist, and attachment based principles that highlight the importance of safe and trusting relationships. I provide attuned feedback and guidance as you navigate sex and love, anxiety, grief and loss, the ongoing effects of childhood trauma, unlearning codependency and strengthening or softening boundaries. My goal is to help you develop tools for self-awareness, resiliency and intimacy building, and conflict resolution.
I believe deeply in the power of healing work, and the great courage it takes to turn inward, to turn toward pain, and to face and love ourselves.
My work as a therapist is grounded in trauma-informed, feminist, and attachment based principles that highlight the importance of safe and trusting relationships. I provide attuned feedback and guidance as you navigate sex and love, anxiety, grief and loss, the ongoing effects of childhood trauma, unlearning codependency and strengthening or softening boundaries. My goal is to help you develop tools for self-awareness, resiliency and intimacy building, and conflict resolution.
I believe deeply in the power of healing work, and the great courage it takes to turn inward, to turn toward pain, and to face and love ourselves.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.