Female Therapists in Temescal, Oakland, CA
Do you have relationships in your life that are not working, and no matter what you do, it doesn't seem to get better? Are you looking for a partner, but find that it never seems to work out? Do you feel disconnected from others and are longing for relationships that are solid and fulfilling? Relationships take work and psychotherapy is an opportunity to understand who you are in relationship and how to create and healthy and supportive connections. I work with both individuals and couples to explore, cultivate and sustain intimacy.
Do you have relationships in your life that are not working, and no matter what you do, it doesn't seem to get better? Are you looking for a partner, but find that it never seems to work out? Do you feel disconnected from others and are longing for relationships that are solid and fulfilling? Relationships take work and psychotherapy is an opportunity to understand who you are in relationship and how to create and healthy and supportive connections. I work with both individuals and couples to explore, cultivate and sustain intimacy.
Finding a therapist in Oakland is overwhelming. So here's what I'm all about: truly connecting with you, helping you feel seen and understood, validating your concerns, providing a nonjudgmental space to process thoughts, and teaching new, productive ways to deal with problems and unhelpful behaviors.
Sometimes it's hard to even name what your problems are. I help you get clarity by asking thoughtful questions and digging deep to unpack difficult feelings. We will talk about things that are bothering you and explore new ways of approaching them. I really get to know you to help you feel supported and empowered to make changes.
Finding a therapist in Oakland is overwhelming. So here's what I'm all about: truly connecting with you, helping you feel seen and understood, validating your concerns, providing a nonjudgmental space to process thoughts, and teaching new, productive ways to deal with problems and unhelpful behaviors.
Sometimes it's hard to even name what your problems are. I help you get clarity by asking thoughtful questions and digging deep to unpack difficult feelings. We will talk about things that are bothering you and explore new ways of approaching them. I really get to know you to help you feel supported and empowered to make changes.
My goal is to promote and encourage good mental health with a person-centered approach. To help clients acquire coping skills that will raise self esteem, and overall well being. To support and encourage clients not only in therapy, but outside as well. To assist in accessing community resources as well as family support if appropriate, and friends.
My goal is to promote and encourage good mental health with a person-centered approach. To help clients acquire coping skills that will raise self esteem, and overall well being. To support and encourage clients not only in therapy, but outside as well. To assist in accessing community resources as well as family support if appropriate, and friends.
Are you feeling confused, and overwhelmed by certain dynamics that exist in your life? Are you looking for a place to process complicated emotions and relationships? Are you trying to learn and unlearn ways to show up for yourself and others? Do you need support in feeling more connected to yourself and your values? I provide a down to earth and compassionate space for all of that and whatever else your parts may need. We can explore what your wounds, desires, and what embodying your values truly looks like. I'm here to help guide you in feeling more connected to yourself, and able to heal in a way that feels authentic to you.
Are you feeling confused, and overwhelmed by certain dynamics that exist in your life? Are you looking for a place to process complicated emotions and relationships? Are you trying to learn and unlearn ways to show up for yourself and others? Do you need support in feeling more connected to yourself and your values? I provide a down to earth and compassionate space for all of that and whatever else your parts may need. We can explore what your wounds, desires, and what embodying your values truly looks like. I'm here to help guide you in feeling more connected to yourself, and able to heal in a way that feels authentic to you.
With over 20 years as a CA-licensed psychologist & 40-plus in the field, I enjoy working with individuals with a variety of concerns. I have seen children as young as 3 and seniors in their 80s. Some issues I have experience with: parenting, friendship and partner relationships, difficulties with self-regulation, general and social anxiety, depression, search for meaning, transitions re: culture, career, stage of life. The goals: improved family functioning, more fluidity, greater engagement and curiosity re: self and others, better boundaries, improved coping, increased energy. Let's see if we are a good fit to work together.
With over 20 years as a CA-licensed psychologist & 40-plus in the field, I enjoy working with individuals with a variety of concerns. I have seen children as young as 3 and seniors in their 80s. Some issues I have experience with: parenting, friendship and partner relationships, difficulties with self-regulation, general and social anxiety, depression, search for meaning, transitions re: culture, career, stage of life. The goals: improved family functioning, more fluidity, greater engagement and curiosity re: self and others, better boundaries, improved coping, increased energy. Let's see if we are a good fit to work together.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands the impact of identity, culture, and systemic oppression on mental health? I offer LGBTQIA2S+, trans, and neurodivergent affirming therapy for teens + adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, burnout, relationships, and life transitions. As a gender fluid first-generation Mexican immigrant, I feel especially connected to working with Latine/x, immigrant, queer, trans, and neurodivergent clients navigating belonging, masking, family dynamics, and systemic stressors in a space grounded in social justice and authenticity.
Are you looking for a therapist who understands the impact of identity, culture, and systemic oppression on mental health? I offer LGBTQIA2S+, trans, and neurodivergent affirming therapy for teens + adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, burnout, relationships, and life transitions. As a gender fluid first-generation Mexican immigrant, I feel especially connected to working with Latine/x, immigrant, queer, trans, and neurodivergent clients navigating belonging, masking, family dynamics, and systemic stressors in a space grounded in social justice and authenticity.
Psychotherapy with Heart &
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Temescal, Oakland, CA 94609
Welcome - I'm Donna. I'm informal, caring, real, and nonjudgmental. I offer a type of psychotherapy widely considered to be THE most effective psychotherapy that is gentle: Internal Family Systems, or IFS. With IFS, we'll heal your childhood trauma - both the "big T" and "little T" kind. We'll heal the painful emotions, beliefs and behaviors born of misattunment, neglect, emotional or physical abuse, and/or any other childhood trauma. We'll get to know the young parts that still hold childhood pain - with deep compassion and respect. We'll let them know we see them and that they're no longer alone. And then we'll heal them.
Welcome - I'm Donna. I'm informal, caring, real, and nonjudgmental. I offer a type of psychotherapy widely considered to be THE most effective psychotherapy that is gentle: Internal Family Systems, or IFS. With IFS, we'll heal your childhood trauma - both the "big T" and "little T" kind. We'll heal the painful emotions, beliefs and behaviors born of misattunment, neglect, emotional or physical abuse, and/or any other childhood trauma. We'll get to know the young parts that still hold childhood pain - with deep compassion and respect. We'll let them know we see them and that they're no longer alone. And then we'll heal them.
I have openings for new therapy clients - please email me to get started. I provide identity-affirming therapy to support clients to manage mental health and life transitions, improve relationships, increase capacity, recover from burnout, and live more congruent and meaningful lives. I offer an inclusive space that supports clients with marginalized identities navigate systemic stress from a neuro-affirming and anti-oppressive framework. Healing is personal, relational, and shaped by systemic and political realities.
I have openings for new therapy clients - please email me to get started. I provide identity-affirming therapy to support clients to manage mental health and life transitions, improve relationships, increase capacity, recover from burnout, and live more congruent and meaningful lives. I offer an inclusive space that supports clients with marginalized identities navigate systemic stress from a neuro-affirming and anti-oppressive framework. Healing is personal, relational, and shaped by systemic and political realities.
While I'm trained and qualified to work with a range of presenting problems, I specialize in one-on-one therapy sessions with adults focused on relationship issues, complex trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, life transitions, substance abuse, carceral re-entry, and intersectional identity exploration. My practice is focused on creating a compassionate, collaborative environment where you can explore, challenge, and identify what does and does not serve your growth. Through our shared curiosity, we can work to create meaningful change in your life and keep you moving always closer to authentic living.
While I'm trained and qualified to work with a range of presenting problems, I specialize in one-on-one therapy sessions with adults focused on relationship issues, complex trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, life transitions, substance abuse, carceral re-entry, and intersectional identity exploration. My practice is focused on creating a compassionate, collaborative environment where you can explore, challenge, and identify what does and does not serve your growth. Through our shared curiosity, we can work to create meaningful change in your life and keep you moving always closer to authentic living.
To live is to feel pain in its various expressions. Our relationships with our family systems are often the blueprint by which we respond to the experience. Certain responses can result in experiences of depression, anxiety, or the habitual urge to numb ourselves. The ability to experience, hold space for, and then release our pain is the path to healing, where your heart and mind stop fighting and arrive together, finding acceptance, peace, and understanding. "The climb might be tough and challenging, but the view is worth it. There is a purpose for that pain; you just can’t always see it right away." – Victoria Arlen.
To live is to feel pain in its various expressions. Our relationships with our family systems are often the blueprint by which we respond to the experience. Certain responses can result in experiences of depression, anxiety, or the habitual urge to numb ourselves. The ability to experience, hold space for, and then release our pain is the path to healing, where your heart and mind stop fighting and arrive together, finding acceptance, peace, and understanding. "The climb might be tough and challenging, but the view is worth it. There is a purpose for that pain; you just can’t always see it right away." – Victoria Arlen.
I'm based in Oakland, California and provide in person and virtual therapy to couples and adult individuals located in California. I believe that relationships are the fundamental lens through which we navigate the world as humans; and together we will look to understand the complex systems that have contributed to your current experience. My approach is integrative and draws from attachment theory, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, and CBT.
I'm based in Oakland, California and provide in person and virtual therapy to couples and adult individuals located in California. I believe that relationships are the fundamental lens through which we navigate the world as humans; and together we will look to understand the complex systems that have contributed to your current experience. My approach is integrative and draws from attachment theory, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing, and CBT.
You feel like something is off. You’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, disconnected, stuck. You want to understand your own reactions, build healthy and sustaining relationships, feel grounded and present in your day to day life. I can help! With over 13 years of experience, I provide LGBTQIA-affirming and trauma-responsive therapy for youth, adults, and families. Using evidence-based techniques like EMDR therapy, somatics, expressive arts, and dialectical behavioral skills, I support people finding meaning and connection after trauma and chronic stress.
You feel like something is off. You’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, disconnected, stuck. You want to understand your own reactions, build healthy and sustaining relationships, feel grounded and present in your day to day life. I can help! With over 13 years of experience, I provide LGBTQIA-affirming and trauma-responsive therapy for youth, adults, and families. Using evidence-based techniques like EMDR therapy, somatics, expressive arts, and dialectical behavioral skills, I support people finding meaning and connection after trauma and chronic stress.
I help individuals, couples, and families experiencing life changes, suffering a loss, or needing relationship support. Whatever your current challenges, working with a somatic therapist can help you get in touch with your body, a rich source of information to support you in achieving greater ease in difficult situations or relationships. Therapy with me is a safe container for holding all that may arise as you journey back to yourself, starting with your body. I believe that when each of us heals ourselves it has ripple effects out to families, communities and ultimately to the world.
I help individuals, couples, and families experiencing life changes, suffering a loss, or needing relationship support. Whatever your current challenges, working with a somatic therapist can help you get in touch with your body, a rich source of information to support you in achieving greater ease in difficult situations or relationships. Therapy with me is a safe container for holding all that may arise as you journey back to yourself, starting with your body. I believe that when each of us heals ourselves it has ripple effects out to families, communities and ultimately to the world.
Hello, and congratulations on taking this important step towards your healing journey! Welcome to a safe and supportive space. I specialize in helping children, individuals, particularly women, and families navigate life’s challenges and strengthen their relationships. My approach is tailored to your unique needs, incorporating a variety of therapeutic techniques to support your personal growth and well-being.
Hello, and congratulations on taking this important step towards your healing journey! Welcome to a safe and supportive space. I specialize in helping children, individuals, particularly women, and families navigate life’s challenges and strengthen their relationships. My approach is tailored to your unique needs, incorporating a variety of therapeutic techniques to support your personal growth and well-being.
If you’re a sensitive, creative, or neurodivergent person navigating the effects of trauma (whether personal or systemic) you’re not alone. You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we can gently reconnect with your body’s wisdom, build nervous system resilience, and find more ease and choice in daily life. I work best with folks seeking a slower, deeper, body-centered path to healing that honors complexity, intuition, and the full range of your experience.
If you’re a sensitive, creative, or neurodivergent person navigating the effects of trauma (whether personal or systemic) you’re not alone. You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we can gently reconnect with your body’s wisdom, build nervous system resilience, and find more ease and choice in daily life. I work best with folks seeking a slower, deeper, body-centered path to healing that honors complexity, intuition, and the full range of your experience.
I believe that therapy can be a catalyst not only for insight, but also for transformation. Life can be challenging, and at times, despite our best efforts we can feel stuck or lost. I strive to provide a calm and compassionate space where you can get in touch with what matters most to you, and use that as a guide to making changes in your life. I offer specific strategies and tools to help you change your relationship to difficult thoughts and feelings, and work collaboratively with you to take steps toward a life that is full of vitality and personal fulfillment. My style is warm and genuine, interactive, and culturally-sensitive.
I believe that therapy can be a catalyst not only for insight, but also for transformation. Life can be challenging, and at times, despite our best efforts we can feel stuck or lost. I strive to provide a calm and compassionate space where you can get in touch with what matters most to you, and use that as a guide to making changes in your life. I offer specific strategies and tools to help you change your relationship to difficult thoughts and feelings, and work collaboratively with you to take steps toward a life that is full of vitality and personal fulfillment. My style is warm and genuine, interactive, and culturally-sensitive.
I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Naturopathic Doctor offering telehealth. With 5+ years of experience, I specialize in supporting anxiety, depression, burnout, and ancestral healing. I create a welcoming space where all parts of your experience are honored.
I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Naturopathic Doctor offering telehealth. With 5+ years of experience, I specialize in supporting anxiety, depression, burnout, and ancestral healing. I create a welcoming space where all parts of your experience are honored.
Welcome! I’m a child, adolescent, and family psychotherapist dedicated to supporting young people and their families through life’s challenges.
Welcome! I’m a child, adolescent, and family psychotherapist dedicated to supporting young people and their families through life’s challenges.
Kassandra Mayhew
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
2 Endorsed
Temescal, Oakland, CA 94609
Therapy is an inherently intimate experience that can lead to deeper understanding, meaning-making, and profound change. Maybe you’re here because of a significant loss, relationship challenges, or difficulties at work or school. My approach integrates somatic, multicultural, relational, psychodynamic, liberation, and narrative based perspectives. I have training toward certification as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), which means I incorporate awareness of the body and nervous system to help process trauma, stress, and overwhelm. In session, we work collaboratively, recognizing that change is ongoing and non-linear.
Therapy is an inherently intimate experience that can lead to deeper understanding, meaning-making, and profound change. Maybe you’re here because of a significant loss, relationship challenges, or difficulties at work or school. My approach integrates somatic, multicultural, relational, psychodynamic, liberation, and narrative based perspectives. I have training toward certification as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), which means I incorporate awareness of the body and nervous system to help process trauma, stress, and overwhelm. In session, we work collaboratively, recognizing that change is ongoing and non-linear.
Finding your path in life can feel challenging, especially as you navigate today's complex and uncertain societal climate. You may feel bogged down by the many competing demands of everyday life, worrying about what the future looks like. Perhaps you feel the weight of past traumas, experiences and difficult relationship dynamics on your shoulders as you bravely forge ahead. Alternatively, you are a parent seeking support for your child and wanting them to thrive and live up to their full potential socially and academically. I hope to help you rewrite the next chapter of your story into one that feels authentic to you.
Finding your path in life can feel challenging, especially as you navigate today's complex and uncertain societal climate. You may feel bogged down by the many competing demands of everyday life, worrying about what the future looks like. Perhaps you feel the weight of past traumas, experiences and difficult relationship dynamics on your shoulders as you bravely forge ahead. Alternatively, you are a parent seeking support for your child and wanting them to thrive and live up to their full potential socially and academically. I hope to help you rewrite the next chapter of your story into one that feels authentic to you.
Nearby Female Therapists Searches for Temescal, Oakland
- Bushrod
- Fairview Park
- Mountain View Cemetery
- North Oakland
- Oakland Ave-Harrison St
- Piedmont Ave
- Piedmont Avenue
- Pill Hill
- Shafter
Nearby Searches for Temescal, Oakland
- Bushrod
- Fairview Park
- Mountain View Cemetery
- North Oakland
- Oakland Ave-Harrison St
- Piedmont Ave
- Piedmont Avenue
- Pill Hill
- Shafter
FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.