Therapists in Oakland, CA

Hello! My name is Kimberly Beckstead. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a strong commitment to helping individuals achieve emotional wellbeing. Over the past 17 years, I have specialized in supporting clients through life transitions, trauma recovery, substance abuse treatment, and mental health challenges. With extensive experience in both private practice and community settings, I bring empathy, evidence-based practices, and a client-centered approach to each session. I believe in empowering clients by providing them with the tools they need to navigate their unique paths toward healing and resilience.
Hello! My name is Kimberly Beckstead. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a strong commitment to helping individuals achieve emotional wellbeing. Over the past 17 years, I have specialized in supporting clients through life transitions, trauma recovery, substance abuse treatment, and mental health challenges. With extensive experience in both private practice and community settings, I bring empathy, evidence-based practices, and a client-centered approach to each session. I believe in empowering clients by providing them with the tools they need to navigate their unique paths toward healing and resilience.

I commend you for embarking on your personal therapy journey to hope and healing. My goal is to make your experience meaningful, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Using a client-centered, collaborative approach, I customize each session to meet you where you are and help you move toward where you want to be. You deserve a safe, compassionate space where you can be your authentic self. Whenever you’re ready, I’m here to support you with hope, healing, and guidance on your path to wellness
I commend you for embarking on your personal therapy journey to hope and healing. My goal is to make your experience meaningful, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Using a client-centered, collaborative approach, I customize each session to meet you where you are and help you move toward where you want to be. You deserve a safe, compassionate space where you can be your authentic self. Whenever you’re ready, I’m here to support you with hope, healing, and guidance on your path to wellness

I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and understood. It's a place to explore the deeper layers of your life, uncovering how recurring patterns may be influencing your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to go through life’s challenges alone. Whether you're looking to heal from past wounds or simply seeking more balance in your daily life, I provide a non-judgmental space where you can gain deeper insights into yourself. Together, we can explore the areas where you feel stuck and help you move forward.
I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and understood. It's a place to explore the deeper layers of your life, uncovering how recurring patterns may be influencing your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to go through life’s challenges alone. Whether you're looking to heal from past wounds or simply seeking more balance in your daily life, I provide a non-judgmental space where you can gain deeper insights into yourself. Together, we can explore the areas where you feel stuck and help you move forward.

You can be free from the negative patterns that keep you feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, or overwhelmed. You have worked so hard to get to where you are today, yet you wonder if you will ever be good enough or feel fulfilled. These struggles often come from difficult early experiences that are still impacting your life and relationships. I can provide you with the tools to stay present while bringing awareness and compassion to the root causes of these patterns. As you heal from early wounds, you will begin to build healthier, balanced relationships with your loved ones, your work, and yourself.
You can be free from the negative patterns that keep you feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, or overwhelmed. You have worked so hard to get to where you are today, yet you wonder if you will ever be good enough or feel fulfilled. These struggles often come from difficult early experiences that are still impacting your life and relationships. I can provide you with the tools to stay present while bringing awareness and compassion to the root causes of these patterns. As you heal from early wounds, you will begin to build healthier, balanced relationships with your loved ones, your work, and yourself.

Hello, my name is Marisela Adams, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience in the mental health field. My passion has always been to assist those in need and to provide the necessary tools for a healthier state of mind and well-being. I have experience in working with children (9-12 years old), teens, and adults. use screening measures to track and monitor progress throughout treatment. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focus-CBT, and CBT-Insomnia.
Hello, my name is Marisela Adams, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 19 years of experience in the mental health field. My passion has always been to assist those in need and to provide the necessary tools for a healthier state of mind and well-being. I have experience in working with children (9-12 years old), teens, and adults. use screening measures to track and monitor progress throughout treatment. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focus-CBT, and CBT-Insomnia.

I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California. I am interested in the changes that you are going through, how you are dealing with challenges, and what you want your life to be. I am committed to helping you access innate strengths, recognize and let go of what no longer serves you, and align with what is important to you.
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California. I am interested in the changes that you are going through, how you are dealing with challenges, and what you want your life to be. I am committed to helping you access innate strengths, recognize and let go of what no longer serves you, and align with what is important to you.

We all carry wounds that run deeper than we’d like to admit. Sometimes these wounds continue to affect us in the present, even if we hope we’ve put the past firmly behind us. Maybe you’re struggling with people-pleasing patterns, self-judgment, or perfectionism. Perhaps it’s hard to identify how you feel or what you really need. Or maybe you just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. I help clients address anxiety, codependency, trauma, and more in order to reclaim their lives and build the future they want. As a queer therapist, I also specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals.
We all carry wounds that run deeper than we’d like to admit. Sometimes these wounds continue to affect us in the present, even if we hope we’ve put the past firmly behind us. Maybe you’re struggling with people-pleasing patterns, self-judgment, or perfectionism. Perhaps it’s hard to identify how you feel or what you really need. Or maybe you just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. I help clients address anxiety, codependency, trauma, and more in order to reclaim their lives and build the future they want. As a queer therapist, I also specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals.

I provide a down-to-earth approach to self-exploration and personal development, recognizing the universality of both human suffering and human potential. I take a non-pathological approach to therapy, coming from a core orientation that each person is inherently valuable and has an innate capacity for wisdom and wholeness. My approach is dynamic and relational, being informed by a lifetime of psychological and spiritual inquiry.
I provide a down-to-earth approach to self-exploration and personal development, recognizing the universality of both human suffering and human potential. I take a non-pathological approach to therapy, coming from a core orientation that each person is inherently valuable and has an innate capacity for wisdom and wholeness. My approach is dynamic and relational, being informed by a lifetime of psychological and spiritual inquiry.

I am a marriage/family therapist. My approach to therapy is to help my client to the best of my ability, improving his/her life with the hope for a better future. I can connect & work with any client regardless of their age, gender, or behavioral issues including ADHD, depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, marriage issues, school-related issues, immigration-cultural differences & gay/lesbian community.
I am a marriage/family therapist. My approach to therapy is to help my client to the best of my ability, improving his/her life with the hope for a better future. I can connect & work with any client regardless of their age, gender, or behavioral issues including ADHD, depression, anxiety, sleep difficulties, marriage issues, school-related issues, immigration-cultural differences & gay/lesbian community.

I work with adults who may be struggling to find nourishment on multiple levels: emotionally, psychologically, physically, and relationship-wise. I attend to the individual in front of me, knowing that your unique health and family history, stresses, environment, level of support, social inequities, and culture all influence your relationship with self and your feeling of nourishment. I meet you where you are, and help to guide you where you want to be more of the time. I work with you to create a healthier relationship with your whole self, including through relationships, creativity, nutrition, movement, and contribution.
I work with adults who may be struggling to find nourishment on multiple levels: emotionally, psychologically, physically, and relationship-wise. I attend to the individual in front of me, knowing that your unique health and family history, stresses, environment, level of support, social inequities, and culture all influence your relationship with self and your feeling of nourishment. I meet you where you are, and help to guide you where you want to be more of the time. I work with you to create a healthier relationship with your whole self, including through relationships, creativity, nutrition, movement, and contribution.

I love discovering the emerging potential of my clients, and supporting their unique personal development and evolution. I'm experienced working with highly sensitive individuals, and those who self-identify as having a history of trauma. Adults who are self-motivated, and those who have or desire a mind-body-spirit practice, are a good fit for the support I provide. I adapt to the needs of children and adults alike. I believe therapy can be a powerful tool to unlock our greater creativity and feelings of interconnectivity and trust, so that my clients can thrive in the web of life.
I love discovering the emerging potential of my clients, and supporting their unique personal development and evolution. I'm experienced working with highly sensitive individuals, and those who self-identify as having a history of trauma. Adults who are self-motivated, and those who have or desire a mind-body-spirit practice, are a good fit for the support I provide. I adapt to the needs of children and adults alike. I believe therapy can be a powerful tool to unlock our greater creativity and feelings of interconnectivity and trust, so that my clients can thrive in the web of life.

Reaching out for support is a significant milestone in your journey toward positive change. I commend you for taking this important step and am eager to help you through this process, ensuring that your therapy experience is impactful. With over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults—both individually and in groups—I have guided many through life transitions, anxiety, anger management, trauma, self-esteem issues, and everyday challenges. I truly believe that everyone has the potential to live their best life, as defined by their own standards.
Reaching out for support is a significant milestone in your journey toward positive change. I commend you for taking this important step and am eager to help you through this process, ensuring that your therapy experience is impactful. With over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults—both individually and in groups—I have guided many through life transitions, anxiety, anger management, trauma, self-esteem issues, and everyday challenges. I truly believe that everyone has the potential to live their best life, as defined by their own standards.

As a Licensed Therapist with over twenty years of experience, it’s my continued goal to help my clients navigate beyond depression, trauma, fear, and anxiety. By committing to their healing, my clients learn to stop being stuck in patterns that impair their ability to have the life, relationships, and professional aspirations they desire.
As a Licensed Therapist with over twenty years of experience, it’s my continued goal to help my clients navigate beyond depression, trauma, fear, and anxiety. By committing to their healing, my clients learn to stop being stuck in patterns that impair their ability to have the life, relationships, and professional aspirations they desire.

Hello and welcome. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10+ years of experience supporting adults and adolescents with their healing process. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and racial/cultural experiences Additionally, I work with first and second generation clients who are navigating bicultural and multicultural identities and experiences. I also work closely with south asian clients.
Hello and welcome. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10+ years of experience supporting adults and adolescents with their healing process. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and racial/cultural experiences Additionally, I work with first and second generation clients who are navigating bicultural and multicultural identities and experiences. I also work closely with south asian clients.

Welcome! Whether you’re dealing with anxiety and stress, processing a life change or loss, deciding your next move, feeling stuck around relationships, or you simply want to understand yourself better, you don’t have to go it alone! I will help you unpack your situation so you can gain more perspective and choices. We’ll honor the strengths and strategies that have gotten you through while keeping an eye out for any underlying beliefs or patterns that no longer serve you. I act like a human, not a blank screen. I will listen carefully, ask questions, and share my ideas with you.
Welcome! Whether you’re dealing with anxiety and stress, processing a life change or loss, deciding your next move, feeling stuck around relationships, or you simply want to understand yourself better, you don’t have to go it alone! I will help you unpack your situation so you can gain more perspective and choices. We’ll honor the strengths and strategies that have gotten you through while keeping an eye out for any underlying beliefs or patterns that no longer serve you. I act like a human, not a blank screen. I will listen carefully, ask questions, and share my ideas with you.

My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and relational. Our task together is to help unlock the parts of you that got stuck somewhere along the way.
My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and relational. Our task together is to help unlock the parts of you that got stuck somewhere along the way.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 16 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I utilize psychodynamic/solution focused/CBT/ trauma informed techniques. My work is influenced by my belief in social justice, and humanism. I will work with you through the difficulties of your life and support you in your journey to create the life you deserve.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 16 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I utilize psychodynamic/solution focused/CBT/ trauma informed techniques. My work is influenced by my belief in social justice, and humanism. I will work with you through the difficulties of your life and support you in your journey to create the life you deserve.

Congratulations on seeking support! I know it can be a big step that takes courage, time, and commitment. I work with adults who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and stress. I take a strength-based, solution-focused, and collaborative approach to therapy, focusing on your needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin working together on your healing process. I utilize techniques from CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), ACT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as a multicultural and trauma-focused perspective.
Congratulations on seeking support! I know it can be a big step that takes courage, time, and commitment. I work with adults who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and stress. I take a strength-based, solution-focused, and collaborative approach to therapy, focusing on your needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin working together on your healing process. I utilize techniques from CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), ACT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), as well as a multicultural and trauma-focused perspective.

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 11 years of experience in the field of mental health. My focus areas of practice are with individuals and families across the lifespan. My approach is strengths-based and focuses on insight development and personal growth. Each approach is individualized and focuses on meeting each individual where they are.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 11 years of experience in the field of mental health. My focus areas of practice are with individuals and families across the lifespan. My approach is strengths-based and focuses on insight development and personal growth. Each approach is individualized and focuses on meeting each individual where they are.

Adulting is hard! So is being a kid! My therapy offers a safe space to strengthen you and/or your child’s resiliency and find the ease you’ve been seeking. Together, let’s deepen your self-understanding with therapy in a collaborative journey of compassion, healing, and skill building. We all need support at times to develop our strengths, gain guidance towards healing, and create space for positive change.
Adulting is hard! So is being a kid! My therapy offers a safe space to strengthen you and/or your child’s resiliency and find the ease you’ve been seeking. Together, let’s deepen your self-understanding with therapy in a collaborative journey of compassion, healing, and skill building. We all need support at times to develop our strengths, gain guidance towards healing, and create space for positive change.
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Number of Therapists in Oakland, CA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$190
Therapists in Oakland, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Self Esteem |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Grief |
66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | Aetna |
67% | Cigna and Evernorth |
59% | Anthem |
How Therapists in Oakland, CA see their clients
55% | Online Only | |
45% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Oakland?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.