Therapists in Oakland Hills, Oakland, CA

Generally, what brings clients to my office are concerns related to work, relationships, and life. I offer both short-, and long-term therapy for individuals and couples. I welcome those from the Latino community. In individual therapy I will work with you to better understand your feelings and thoughts, find new ways for dealing with problems, and be more effective in recognizing and meeting your needs, desires, and aspirations. Couples often want to understand where their communication is not effective. We will work to improve your relationship by strengthening communication skills. I don't work with domestic violence.

Is stress, anxiety, chronic illness, or pain affecting your life? Does imposter syndrome reduce enjoyment of your achievements. I can help. I specialize in stress management, health anxiety / hypochondria, pain management, panic, smoking cessation, and support for those living with chronic illness (e.g., cancer). I am trained in techniques for those experiencing imposter syndrome. I utilize short-term cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), relaxation /meditation, mindfulness, and cognitive restructuring techniques to get you back to living your life. Phone / video sessions only for CALIFORNIA residents and FLORIDA residents.

I have always been curious about what causes suffering, how we find meaning, and how we can heal and grow. I specialize in working with clients seeking assistance with negative self-talk, anxiety, relationship issues, post-traumatic stress, and navigating the complexities of breakups. Additionally, I work with couples on issues such as high conflict, communication, separation, and divorce. I offer a compassionate space to heal, reflect, grow, and rebuild.

Are you struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, or other distressing emotions? How about your relationship? Do you desire release from unsuccessful patterns of behavior? Do you want to experience more peace and well-being? I effectively and compassionately help you navigate life-altering crisis and heal from traumatic experiences. With over 30 years of counseling experience, I have worked in: Suicide Prevention, Physical/Sexual Abuse, Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Domestic Violence, and PTSD. I have both a strong clinical and faith-based educational background and believe in taking a holistic approach to counseling.

I have been working with clients who struggle with mood, relationship challenges, and unhealthy substance use for the past 17 years. I understand how hard life can be when you struggle with any of these stressors. I can offer supportive listening, new coping mechanisms, and help with sorting out conflicting feelings so that you can let go of your past behaviors and/or beliefs that are causing pain and move towards living in the way you want to live. I love helping people who want to see change happen.

Keya believes one of the greatest supports during challenging times is having someone to talk to. Keya provides a safe environment for clients to 'open up' by being empathetic, warm, and interested in the client's experience. Keya is dedicated to helping people grow in the ways they desire to. In addition, to private practice, Keya serves as a Behavioral Clinician building and restoring families in the community one session at a time.

Life used to be easier! Perhaps you feel stuck in your relationships and you are not getting along with the people you see daily. Issues in life can be overwhelming and full of challenges. I begin by meeting you at your place of growth or healing, and whether trauma, abuse, grieving, recovery or life issues, we work together to overcome them. There is hope. Let me help you reach the goals and connections you deserve. With sensitivity and compassion, we work to determine what might be blocking your full potential and your feelings.

As a therapist, I am here to witness and support your process of transformation and growth. A large part of the benefit of therapy comes from your experience of the therapeutic relationship, for this reason I always strive to nurture, and explore this relationship with you through honest, open, and straightforward communication.

Relationships are hard, especially the relationship we have with ourselves. Sometimes the negative thinking takes over and you feel out of control. It’s easier to lash out in anger, or repress your true emotions because you’re scared others will leave if they know the real you. You find it hard to express yourself clearly and it leads to communication breakdowns with others. It's as if you have to sacrifice a large part of yourself in relationships when all you want is to feel valued and respected. You want healthy, loving connections to bring meaning to your life, but lately it feels like they bring more pain than happiness.

My approach to therapy is integral; I work from an attachment and trauma informed lens with a deep grounding in relational psychoanalytic theory. I have experience with treating depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, questions of gender and sexuality, complex family dynamics, relationship issues, chronic pain, and grief work. My wish it to foster a therapeutic space that feels both challenging as well as safe so that we can work together to meet your treatment goals. In our work together I may bring in mindfulness techniques, parts work, attachment theory, dream work, movement, and myth.

If you or your child have been struggling with anxiety, panic, stress, trauma fears/phobias, low mood, or relationship/peer conflicts you have landed in the right place. I have had the honor of helping people for more than 22 yrs overcome their struggles and find or regain a greater sense of wellbeing. Several trauma-informed approaches are used but I believe the therapeutic relationship is a key factor in the therapy process. I aim to provide a therapeutic space that feels accepting, warm, empowering, and active while always bearing in mind the need for trust and safety at the center of our work together.

You may be searching for more meaning in life, hoping for more ease in relationships, struggling with career or caregiving responsibilities, or simply wanting more hope for the future. Seeking therapy is a brave gesture. It is a proclamation that you want to create change in your life and you are willing to work for it, which means you are already on a path toward healing. That path and what led to it, is unique for all of us. Committing to therapy is an act of self and communal care. Whether you are hoping to work in person or virtually, I'm glad you are here.

Clients who typically feel drawn to work with me tend to prefer a more action-oriented and present-focused approach to therapy. While developing self-understanding in therapy can be very powerful by itself, I like to try to empower my clients to use their insight to create concrete change in their lives. I also like working with clients who are interested in setting goals, willing to experiment with new behaviors and thinking patterns, and motivated to do homework between sessions. My specialty areas include anxiety, perfectionism, impostor syndrome, low self-esteem, disordered eating, stress, and work-life balance.

Are you finding yourself feeling increasingly isolated and lonely, yearning for genuine connections and questioning your purpose in life? Perhaps you've reached a point where you're ready to make a significant shift in how you perceive yourself and how you navigate life's challenges. Anxiety may be taking a toll, and you're eager to make positive changes to enhance your mental health and overall well-being. In the process of self-discovery, you might be questioning aspects of your identity and searching for ways to cope with the complexities of life. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone.

I am a psychologist for sport, health, and life. I have spent 15 years studying, writing, teaching, and coaching people on how to perform at their best. I have worked with world-class performers from the arenas of sports, business, healthcare, and the United States Army. I have special expertise in Performance Psychology and train clients on how to strengthen the mental and emotional skills that underlie human performance excellence and sustainable resilience. I am a subject matter expert in the field of self-regulation techniques that promote optimism, resilience, alertness, and composure in high-pressure situations.

Bienvenidos/Welcome! I am a bilingual/bicultural Spanish-speaking therapist located in the East Bay area of California. I have been working with children, teens, and adults of color struggling with an array of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship satisfaction, life purpose, trauma, postpartum depression, and spirituality, related to life transitions, family stress, trauma, and grief. Although my work has focused on the unique needs of minorities and underrepresented individuals, being a member of that community is certainly not a requirement for your personal development.

I provide therapy in a comfortable and welcoming space to help develop insight, stability and hope for the future. Whether, you are dealing with a challenging situation, a sudden life transition, a recent crisis or past trauma, it can be worked through in a safe and patient environment. I have over 30 years of experience in working with children, individuals and families. I am an EMDR trained therapist and licensed in the States of California and Nevada. You may be new to therapy, but it can be life changing!

You're stuck. You know things aren't working out the way you want, but you don't know exactly what's wrong. You keep trying harder using the tools you have, taking advice you get from friends, and inspirational messages from social media, but something isn't quite adding up. It's not your fault. There is nothing wrong with you. But maybe there is a problem with how you are approaching these challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress based issues that have you feeling like you are barely treading water. You want to feel better, function better, and be better. You can, and I can help.

Hello! Thank you for visiting! I’m Maggie. Are you struggling with negative or anxious thoughts, feeling “stuck” in your life, or having difficulty keeping up with the day-to-day without it impacting your sleep, relationships, and self-esteem? Are you frustrated, irritable, feeling unheard and struggling to cope?