Trauma Focused Therapists in Lafayette, CA

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Marinés Novoa
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Deciding to pursue psychotherapy is an important and personal decision. There are various reasons for which someone may pursue psychotherapy, whether it is to cope with current life stressors or to seek support in managing ongoing concerns. Regardless of your reason for pursuing therapy, you should not feel alone in the process and I look forward to working with you on meeting your goals. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist who works with children/adolescents, families and young adults, using an integrative approach and tailoring my work to each person's unique story.
(925) 854-4467
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Katie Byram
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, MA
Verified
Verified
Are you a teen or young adult working through depression, anxiety or trauma? Are you a college student wanting to manage school-related stress and develop independence and life skills? Katie is passionate about helping adolescents and young adults develop healthy emotional-regulation strategies. Katie creates a warm, nonjudgemental safe-space where her clients feel comfortable expressing themselves. She is experienced working with clients who are struggling with self-harm behaviors. Katie meets clients where they are at with understanding, compassion, and respect in order to support the growth and healing process.
(925) 248-4693
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Laura N. Naman
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified
Verified
Hello. If you are exploring the Psychology today website you are likely searching for answers, help, or change for yourself, a family member, or loved one through a difficult experience. If you are taking this step for the first time, in need of additional psychological services, or looking to change providers I commend you for taking this step forward. My hope and goal for each client/family I work with is to help you achieve a “Eureka!” moment and make meaningful and change propelling personal discoveries – whether through the psychotherapy services that I offer or the psychological testing/evaluation services that I offer.
(925) 900-5328
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Sherry Anne Chase
Psychologist, PhD, RN
Verified
Verified
My perspective embraces self-awareness as one of the main instruments in helping free up trauma. Fuller awareness removes the fear of the unknown, gives us distance from distress and the ability to disconnect from automatic behaviors that perpetuate negative reactions and feelings. In the words of international trauma experts “its teaching our clients how to focus on new stimuli they normally might not have noticed...” with “conscious inhibition of old responses”(Jana Fisher and Pat Ogden, March 2011). The intricacies of our humanness prevents freedom from all depression, anxiety, neurosis and traumatic bodily sensations. Yet.....
(510) 470-6907
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Chelsie Crilly
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in working with ADHD, HSP, and ASD. Being in our bodies- and being in our world- can be very difficult. This is especially true when when you're a highly sensitive person. My typical client often hears "you're being too much" while also dreading the feeling of not "being enough". I'm here to take a deep dive into what's making you feel like "too much" and highlight the ways you are "just enough for the right people". Typically, my client's goals are to live more comfortably in their sensitive skin, find liberation from shame, and better manage depression and anxiety.
(925) 744-6783 x8
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Cheryl Clift
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with aduIts and couples. I specialize in helping you to improve your relationships if you have struggled with this throughout your live. Today, you may have challenging relationships with family members. Perhaps you avoid conflict because you get anxious and don’t know what to say when someone is angry with you. Emotionally, you may shut down, go numb or explode. You may fear that your partner will leave you or that you don’t need anyone. Maybe you don’t know who you are, or who you are meant to be, or you often have critical thoughts about yourself. Perhaps you suffer from ongoing anxiety or depression without a known cause.
(925) 278-6910
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Patsy Mickens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, BA
Verified
Verified
Using a warm, open, non-judgmental and direct approach, I support my clients in connecting with their feelings (not just thoughts), and from there, what will be healing and right for them, in all aspects of their lives. I specialize in adults and couples (all sexual orientations; all types of relationships). My goal for you is not only to reap the benefits of feeling better because your depression has lifted or your anxiety has quelled, but to connect with yourself in such a way that you feel empowered to live the life you choose.
(925) 297-5064
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Julia Brochstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As your psychotherapist, I am here to listen, and offer compassionate support. My style is warm, direct, and strives to be culturally sensitive. While the majority of my practice focuses on recovery from disordered eating and improving one's relationship with food and body, I also work to help persons who struggle to cope with trauma, anxiety, or depressed mood. In your course of treatment we can navigate issues such as low self-esteem, body image distress, and disordered eating behaviors.
(925) 319-6181
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Michael Anne Conley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you stuck in behaviors that hurt your health or risk your relationships? Are you caught in self-defeating habits? Many of my clients pressure themselves into doing it all, which can lead to problems at home or work. Some want resolution of trauma or mysterious health issues and don't know what to do next. Others turn to food, wine, pills or poor relationship choices to manage their situations. My Habits Into Health System is a skills-based model that helps ease emotional symptoms, quiet busy minds and invites soulful action. This approach can help you unwind outdated patterns so you can form a more peaceful and powerful future.
(925) 241-4781
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Daniel Main
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I use a combination of Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Existential-Humanistic psychotherapy to treat a variety of mental health disorders. What creates long lasting effective change is my investment in you and your investment in yourself. I have the ability to attune to your feelings in the here and now; this allows for insight to grow and happiness to build in your life. Contact me now if you would like to be happier about your life. danmaincounseling.com
(925) 807-7058
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Valorie de Leña
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, SEP
Verified
Verified
Our pursuit of a good life can be deeply affected by the current world situations. We may be struggling not only in our personal lives but also by difficult worldly events such as climate change, the economy, retirement, health care and many more. When the world doesn't feel safe, it's more difficult to tolerate the emotions, sensations, and thoughts arising inside of us, making us turn toward old coping mechanisms This will not heal us. We need to build the confidence to be with and understand our inner experiences no matter what! This is our pathway to truly heal and live a more peaceful and meaningful life in the world.
(925) 452-7943
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Charlene Bianchi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you dealing with high stress, grief, loss, trauma? Have you been experiencing anxiety, trouble sleeping, feeling depressed or overwhelmed? Would you like to gain control over the fear, anxiety, stress, or trauma? Would you like to develop strong coping skills to empower yourself & build confidence & self-esteem? Depression and PTSD don't always look the way described in media. If something feels off, you just don't feel like yourself, your mood has changed, energy is low, or you feel hopeless please reach out for a free consultation. We can create a customized treatment plan to address your specific areas of concern.
(925) 403-4780
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Benjamin Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I provide compassionate therapy tailored to your particular needs. Together we would set goals and work to bring the needed changes into your life. I am not dedicated to a single particular theory or technique, but will use whatever works best for you. Often traditional talk therapy is most effective, but I have also successfully used cognitive/behavioral therapy, dream analysis, writing, art therapy, meditation, sand trays, group therapy, experiential therapy, and guided imagery. I also work to help you explore and strengthen your higher values and whatever you find most meaningful in your life.
(925) 238-3961
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Angela Ristow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work primarily with adults who are managing change and transitions, depression/anxiety, relationship concerns including divorce, women’s issues, parenting support, and grief/loss.
(925) 268-7459
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Ines M Vaniman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
There are so many different reasons to seek therapy and it is my job to get you to where you want to get, as quickly as possible. I am a down to earth, experienced therapist. I use scientifically proven approaches, based on the needs and preferences of my patients. I focus on building strong relationships and providing a space where we can develop and implement a plan to make meaningful change happen. I have over 15 years of experience working in this field and feel very passionate about this work.
(925) 246-2964
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Georgie Abel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Trauma and other difficult experiences can impact the way we view our relationships, the world, and ourselves. I support clients in processing traumatic experiences, identifying triggers, and reclaiming their sense of safety and joy. I work with teens, adults, couples/relationships, and families of all kinds. I welcome and affirm non-traditional family structures (donor, adoption, foster, blended families), members of LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and people who have had negative experiences with therapy in the past.
(925) 386-6317
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Judi Warehouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
After a long and diverse career, I am choosing to focus on clients who are experiencing suffering due to grief, loss, caregiving a loved one or transitioning into a new phase of life. I have a deep understanding of the emotional dysregulation that is caused by these experiences and hope to teach others the skills needed to lessen suffering and reduce stress and to stay present.
(925) 403-4181
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Rebecca Caldwell
Psychological Associate, PsyD, MFA
Verified
Verified
Welcome. I work with adults who are curious about getting to the roots of their distress, and who are trying to make sense of internal conflicts or reoccurring patterns that may have developed in childhood. Self-understanding can lead to subtle but profound shifts in our daily life, and we find we don’t need to 'do' anything differently to experience relief. I invite my clients to discuss whatever feels relevant in a given week, and through collaboration, we find our way to insight. This insight leads to a more authentic experience of self.
(925) 940-0893
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Lee Marchesani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
In a warm, genuine, and respectful environment, I help clients to alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, create and maintain satisfying relationships, work through issues of grief and loss, trauma, and resolve the often-debilitating symptoms of PTSD. I am experienced in helping clients resolve family of origin problems, relational and family issues, and enhancing communication skills. In collaboration with clients, I use a variety of techniques tailored to meet clients' needs and to help clients achieve their goals. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing).
(855) 520-7673
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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Lisa Cohen Bennett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
As a psychologist, teacher, mother and trauma specialist, I enjoy working with teens, young adults, adults and couples who are trying to feel better. If you are wanting to stop the challenging patterns in your life, we may be a good fit. If you are wanting to find (or re-find) the joy in life, we may be a good fit. If you are wondering how your history may be affecting your current life, we may be a good fit. If you are looking for a psychotherapist who will help you help yourself, we may be a good fit. You and I will develop a warm, accepting, compassionate environment where we work to establish hope. Give it a try!
(925) 248-4815
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Lafayette, CA 94549
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