Therapists in Trestle Glen, Oakland, CA

As humans, we are brilliantly complex, wired for connection, attachment, and survival. Our experience of joy and suffering are innately human and are connected to our physical and emotional wellness--inseparable realms. In somatic psychotherapy we hold space for the body to have a language of its own, honoring what it has to say, so that we may more clearly see what is beneath the surface. As a somatic psychotherapist, I am a collaborator, guide and mirror, supporting you in increasing your own sense of exploration of conscious and unconscious patterns of behaviors, beliefs, body signals and cues.

Psychotherapy can be a truly life changing process. It works to gradually loosen stuck patterns in one's life, leaving more room for vitality and creativity. You may be trying to heal from past wounds, experiencing anxiety, loneliness, depression, or relationship difficulties. Or perhaps you feel relatively stable but have a sense that something deeper is missing.

If you’re interested in taking steps towards personal growth, alleviating a chronic mental health issue, or coping with a stressful point in life, I am here to provide you with a non judgemental space, and unconditional support. Through our collaborative therapeutic relationship, we will partner to understand your strengths and struggles, and deepen insight into your life, goals, and values. My clinical approach honors the strength and wisdom you possess, so our work together will center around rearranging the puzzle pieces you already hold.

In 2015, I left my job at Google to pursue a career that better catered to my lifelong passion for human interaction and relationships. My background in tech tailors my practice to those working in Silicon Valley, but my clients yield from all walks of life. I specialize in working with couples, adult individuals, those who have experienced trauma, those struggling with questions about their career and work life, mothers, women, pregnancy, and postpartum clients. To learn more about me, please visit victoriaalberini.com.

By now you’ve likely read countless therapist bios and blurbs. Allow me to respect your time by not soliciting your life with generic compassion. After all, it may be the problem of 'time' that's leading you to browse this website. Maybe you're stuck in wherever you are. Or perhaps your life pushes you too quickly, leaving you with little more than a decreasing sense of orientation. A vague part of yourself might feel as-if behind you, back in your past, pleading for your attention. Together in our work we would hold these kinds of afflictions with earnestness and care by imagining who of yourself is wanted by such problems.

I specialize in grief, victims of violence, and trauma, with a focus on medical personnel and other essential workers who experience trauma on the job. I've been helping clients manage their post-traumatic reactions, grieve what’s been lost, and reconnect to what’s important to them for nearly two decades. I currently offer online sessions to residents of California, New York, or the UK.

My intention is for our time together to have value to you and for you to notice a difference in yourself not only over time, but immediately as well. I value mental health care that is more than symptom reduction. My emphasis is on human flourishing and helping you create a life with meaning. I use a mind and body-integrated approach to healing, such as increasing awareness of the Gut-Brain connection and incorporating Mindfulness practices along with traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you improve your mental wellness using all the ways your body naturally heals itself.

I'm Elizabeth, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, clinical supervisor, and EMDR therapist working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I have experience working in eating disorder treatment which allowed me to work with individuals, families, and teens. I've also helped people struggling with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. I’m a humanistic and client-centered therapist and that allows us to work together collaboratively to set goals. I also employ EMDR and trauma-informed care, and eclectic modalities.

I am a trauma focused therapist for individuals and families who have experienced single or multiple adverse events in childhood or adulthood, and intergenerational trauma. It isn't always easy to reach out for help after these experiences, in my role as a therapist I am committed to assist my clients in this courageous step toward their healing journey. I am currently accepting new clients who live in California for tele-therapy through live video conferencing.

Life can be hard sometimes. Maybe existing anxiety, work stress, or depression has gotten worse. Perhaps you're having a hard time in a relationship with a partner, family member, or friend. You might be dealing with a new problem, feeling trapped in old patterns, or suffering in another way. Or maybe you're seeking therapy for personal growth and increased self-awareness. The good news is that therapy can help.

Most importantly, my ideal client is someone who is desiring and ready for change. You may feel stuck in some aspect of your life such as career or relationships. You may have suffered a traumatic event. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression. And you have reached a point when you are ready to take action even if you don't quite know what that will look like yet. What I love most is accompanying someone on their journey inward, offering a safe space for you to be fully you.

Everyone experiences challenges in life that are too much to bear alone. Trauma can occur as a result of neglect, abuse, loss, betrayal, relationship challenges, sudden changes, natural disasters, war, and really any emotionally overwhelming experience. I work with people who have experienced harm & neglect, or have gone through these types of difficult experiences and seek to heal in holistic ways. I work with many tools including yoga, breath work and EMDR, and will help you find your unique path of healing. If you're facing deep challenges, therapy can help. I'd be happy to connect to see if we are a good fit to work together.

I have been in practice for over 30 years. My primary specialty has been working with men and boys who have experienced sexual abuse. This issue often includes alcohol and drug issues, anxiety, depression, marital and couples issues and more. I am experienced in EMDR as well as a range of somatic and humanistic approaches.

Relationships are foundational. They are one of the deepest expressions of our essential humanity. As a sex-positive, LGBTQ-affirmative relationship therapist, I bring expertise in romantic relationships, supporting adult siblings and family dynamics, alternative lifestyles, sexuality, intimacy, and the inner workings of attachment. I invite you to bring forth what’s most real and true for you, with no fear of judgment. OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday-Friday, 9-5p

Hi there! Finding a therapist can be a daunting task. Perhaps you're seeking extra support during a hard time, wanting to enhance your relationship(s), or feeling ready to explore some shadowy areas in your self. Maybe you are facing some existential or spiritual questions, and seeking personal transformation. All of these are vulnerable pursuits, and you want to find a therapist that feels comfortable for you! I'd love to talk with you and see if our connection feels right for the special work ahead of you.

Services: I provide individual psychotherapy for adults, using an approach involving mindfulness based practices and an existential-humanistic mindset. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked across the full spectrum of psychotherapy settings, including private practice, mental health clinics, inpatient settings, and day treatment programs. I have also held numerous clinical leadership roles, such as the director of a county outpatient mental health center, and the director of an inpatient psychiatric unit.

I work with individuals, couples and adolescents and their families on a wide array of issues including life transitions, improving relationships, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, forgiveness, women's issues and couples struggling with infertility. Therapy can be both a rewarding and rejuvinating process. My style is one of partnering with compassion and respect. Together we can improve your relationships, well being and hopefullness. By compassionately looking at your life we can uncover patterns that are inhibiting the attainment of your life goals.