Christian Therapists in Oakland, CA
Are you struggling with the lingering effects of trauma or PTSD, anxiety, depression, pregnancy or postpartum changes, relationship challenges, or other major life transitions? You may notice your body or nervous system stays tense, disconnected, or on high alert, even if you understand your experiences intellectually. Perhaps you’re seeking EMDR, somatic therapy, or trauma-informed care to support nervous system regulation, grounding, and a deeper sense of safety, trust, and inner peace.
Are you struggling with the lingering effects of trauma or PTSD, anxiety, depression, pregnancy or postpartum changes, relationship challenges, or other major life transitions? You may notice your body or nervous system stays tense, disconnected, or on high alert, even if you understand your experiences intellectually. Perhaps you’re seeking EMDR, somatic therapy, or trauma-informed care to support nervous system regulation, grounding, and a deeper sense of safety, trust, and inner peace.
Taking the step to seek therapy is an incredibly brave and powerful decision, and I’m here to guide and support you through the process. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can heal, grow, and thrive. Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you're managing depression, anxiety, or major life transitions. If you’re feeling stuck or unsure of how to move forward, I’m here to help.
Taking the step to seek therapy is an incredibly brave and powerful decision, and I’m here to guide and support you through the process. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can heal, grow, and thrive. Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you're managing depression, anxiety, or major life transitions. If you’re feeling stuck or unsure of how to move forward, I’m here to help.
People are at the center of everything we do. Life brings so many joys and challenges and I feel that helping people navigate those is something I am naturally drawn to. I find great joy in seeing people better understand themselves and learn to thrive. I am approachable and love to hear people’s stories. I often hear, “ I have no idea why I am telling you all this,” which makes for that authentic connection I feel like I have when I work with people.
People are at the center of everything we do. Life brings so many joys and challenges and I feel that helping people navigate those is something I am naturally drawn to. I find great joy in seeing people better understand themselves and learn to thrive. I am approachable and love to hear people’s stories. I often hear, “ I have no idea why I am telling you all this,” which makes for that authentic connection I feel like I have when I work with people.
Trauma-informed therapy and 1–3 day intensives helping women reduce inner chaos so they feel calm, clear, and in control. On the outside, you appear strong and put together, but inside you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stretched too thin while carrying heavy responsibilities. You often think, "I’m here for everyone, but who’s here for me?" You feel alone and isolated. Past wounds, constant pressure, and unresolved trauma keep you stuck. Pushing harder hasn’t eased your anxiety or lifted the weight you carry. You don’t need to do more—you deserve support to address what’s been holding you back and help you feel at peace.
Trauma-informed therapy and 1–3 day intensives helping women reduce inner chaos so they feel calm, clear, and in control. On the outside, you appear strong and put together, but inside you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stretched too thin while carrying heavy responsibilities. You often think, "I’m here for everyone, but who’s here for me?" You feel alone and isolated. Past wounds, constant pressure, and unresolved trauma keep you stuck. Pushing harder hasn’t eased your anxiety or lifted the weight you carry. You don’t need to do more—you deserve support to address what’s been holding you back and help you feel at peace.
I am Jim Carr, my style of therapy is eclectic, but mainly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to help to you to overcome struggles that have kept you from enjoying your life. I have been mainly working with men and men's issues, but also work with couples. I am fairly eclectic in my approach. I am trained in a variety of modalities, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Trauma Focused CBT. I am also certified in DBT. I am supportive but also maintain firm boundaries. I want clients to know that they are accepted totally for who they are and accepting of their struggles.
I am Jim Carr, my style of therapy is eclectic, but mainly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to help to you to overcome struggles that have kept you from enjoying your life. I have been mainly working with men and men's issues, but also work with couples. I am fairly eclectic in my approach. I am trained in a variety of modalities, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Trauma Focused CBT. I am also certified in DBT. I am supportive but also maintain firm boundaries. I want clients to know that they are accepted totally for who they are and accepting of their struggles.
You’re the dependable one. The strong one. The one everyone relies on. But lately, you feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or quietly resentful. You love your family deeply—yet you’re exhausted from carrying the invisible load. You look like you’re managing, but inside you feel stretched thin.
I specialize in working with postpartum and high-achieving women navigating identity shifts, nervous system overload, trauma, burnout, and relationship strain. Together, we focus on emotional regulation, boundaries, and reducing resentment so you can feel grounded—not just functional.
You don’t have to overfunction to be worthy of care.
You’re the dependable one. The strong one. The one everyone relies on. But lately, you feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or quietly resentful. You love your family deeply—yet you’re exhausted from carrying the invisible load. You look like you’re managing, but inside you feel stretched thin.
I specialize in working with postpartum and high-achieving women navigating identity shifts, nervous system overload, trauma, burnout, and relationship strain. Together, we focus on emotional regulation, boundaries, and reducing resentment so you can feel grounded—not just functional.
You don’t have to overfunction to be worthy of care.
Hi, my name is Morgan Kassner, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the Los Angeles, California area. My viewpoint of therapy is to help individuals grow and be able to understand themselves and others with a clearer lens. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling in many different areas with an attachment and family systems approach. I believe that therapy is a truly personal experience. The decision to seek support is a courageous one. As your therapist, I feel honored to hear your story and work through the difficulties that life brings.
Hi, my name is Morgan Kassner, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the Los Angeles, California area. My viewpoint of therapy is to help individuals grow and be able to understand themselves and others with a clearer lens. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling in many different areas with an attachment and family systems approach. I believe that therapy is a truly personal experience. The decision to seek support is a courageous one. As your therapist, I feel honored to hear your story and work through the difficulties that life brings.
I am trained and practice in 3 states, CA, VA and WA, with 20-yrs of experience with 12 Steps/ Christian recovery, Families, Military Families, individuals, couples, for Trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, OCD, MST, EAP, using Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Psychotherapy, EAP, and more.
Hello, welcome to Trasie M Phillips, MSW, LICSW, LLC, my name is Trasie Phillips, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of licensure, in three states, and 30 years of experience as a social worker. You can book with me at GrowTherapy, or Sondermind.
I am trained and practice in 3 states, CA, VA and WA, with 20-yrs of experience with 12 Steps/ Christian recovery, Families, Military Families, individuals, couples, for Trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, OCD, MST, EAP, using Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Psychotherapy, EAP, and more.
Hello, welcome to Trasie M Phillips, MSW, LICSW, LLC, my name is Trasie Phillips, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of licensure, in three states, and 30 years of experience as a social worker. You can book with me at GrowTherapy, or Sondermind.
If you’re feeling stuck in patterns of conflict, disconnection, or emotional pain, therapy can be a space to find clarity, healing, and reconnection. I take a person-centered approach, tailoring each session to your unique story and needs because I believe therapy should reflect who you are and what matters most to you. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space rooted in warmth and compassion, where you feel genuinely supported as you navigate relational wounds, generational trauma, grief, infertility challenges, communication struggles, or major life changes.
If you’re feeling stuck in patterns of conflict, disconnection, or emotional pain, therapy can be a space to find clarity, healing, and reconnection. I take a person-centered approach, tailoring each session to your unique story and needs because I believe therapy should reflect who you are and what matters most to you. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space rooted in warmth and compassion, where you feel genuinely supported as you navigate relational wounds, generational trauma, grief, infertility challenges, communication struggles, or major life changes.
My name is Krista and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on Christian counseling utilizing Biblical principles.
My approach to therapy is client focused. You know your story best and should focus on what you want to work through or change. I engage in active listening and hope to encourage your personal relationship with God. I like to pull from various models of therapies to serve the unique needs of each client.
My name is Krista and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on Christian counseling utilizing Biblical principles.
My approach to therapy is client focused. You know your story best and should focus on what you want to work through or change. I engage in active listening and hope to encourage your personal relationship with God. I like to pull from various models of therapies to serve the unique needs of each client.
Are anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or constant “what ifs” leaving you feeling stuck or weighed down? You don’t have to face it alone. I specialize in helping people who struggle with OCD and anxiety-related disorders find relief and confidence through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and other proven approaches.
Are anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or constant “what ifs” leaving you feeling stuck or weighed down? You don’t have to face it alone. I specialize in helping people who struggle with OCD and anxiety-related disorders find relief and confidence through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and other proven approaches.
Hello I’m Ray, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about helping people find purpose and partner with you as you set out to live your best life. You may be ready for significant change or just a little change. That's great, and I will meet you where you are at! I am here for you. I specialize in life transitions, spirituality, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize interventions from a variety of treatment families including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing and family systems techniques to affect change according to your individual needs.
Hello I’m Ray, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about helping people find purpose and partner with you as you set out to live your best life. You may be ready for significant change or just a little change. That's great, and I will meet you where you are at! I am here for you. I specialize in life transitions, spirituality, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize interventions from a variety of treatment families including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing and family systems techniques to affect change according to your individual needs.
I use an integrative approach that blends evidence-based practices grounded in the psychological literature. I have experience working with adolescents and adults to eliminate: anxiety, stress, and anger issues; depressive and bipolar mood symptoms; relationship, work, and school issues; rumination and repetitive behaviors; and substance use problems. Therapy is a process that can involve learning skills, working through challenging emotions, motivating ego, behavior change, interpersonal effectiveness, and identity formation factors.
I use an integrative approach that blends evidence-based practices grounded in the psychological literature. I have experience working with adolescents and adults to eliminate: anxiety, stress, and anger issues; depressive and bipolar mood symptoms; relationship, work, and school issues; rumination and repetitive behaviors; and substance use problems. Therapy is a process that can involve learning skills, working through challenging emotions, motivating ego, behavior change, interpersonal effectiveness, and identity formation factors.
Hi! I'm Rebeca Aceret. I am a BIPOC, bilingual, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My experience has focused on working with families and at-risk children for the last 16 years. I use a client-centered approach which has allowed me to build trusting and effective client relationships. Additionally, I am a trauma-informed clinician who has worked in the Foster Care system for several years. I work with children and families impacted by child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, immigration issues, cultural differences, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Hi! I'm Rebeca Aceret. I am a BIPOC, bilingual, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My experience has focused on working with families and at-risk children for the last 16 years. I use a client-centered approach which has allowed me to build trusting and effective client relationships. Additionally, I am a trauma-informed clinician who has worked in the Foster Care system for several years. I work with children and families impacted by child abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, immigration issues, cultural differences, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Do you have concerns regarding your child's learning, mood, or behavior? Is your child having difficulty making or maintaining friendships? Allow me to partner with you, to help your child receive support. I am available to help you better understand your child's needs and the various services available to help them.
Do you have concerns regarding your child's learning, mood, or behavior? Is your child having difficulty making or maintaining friendships? Allow me to partner with you, to help your child receive support. I am available to help you better understand your child's needs and the various services available to help them.
Hi, my name is Carla, I am a woman of color who specializes in Perinatal and Postpartum depression and anxiety, intimate partner violence, and substance use disorders, and grief with a specific focus in the BIPOC community. As a mother of four adult children I understand the impact and difficulties of adjusting to life’s unexpected transitions. Most would say pregnancy is a time for new life and joys, however this may not be the experience for some Mothers, in fact 10-15% of pregnant women suffer from Postpartum depression, and numbers are higher for women of color.
Hi, my name is Carla, I am a woman of color who specializes in Perinatal and Postpartum depression and anxiety, intimate partner violence, and substance use disorders, and grief with a specific focus in the BIPOC community. As a mother of four adult children I understand the impact and difficulties of adjusting to life’s unexpected transitions. Most would say pregnancy is a time for new life and joys, however this may not be the experience for some Mothers, in fact 10-15% of pregnant women suffer from Postpartum depression, and numbers are higher for women of color.
My name is Kristine Fernandez, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the beautiful and sunny state of California. I have worked with all ages and specialize in trauma-informed care by using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Humanistic therapy to help my client understand patterns and build hope within themselves and others.
My name is Kristine Fernandez, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the beautiful and sunny state of California. I have worked with all ages and specialize in trauma-informed care by using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Humanistic therapy to help my client understand patterns and build hope within themselves and others.
Men’s emotional health is often overlooked until it’s too late. We often suffer in silence and keep our pain hidden due to all the early programming we received in childhood. We often sacrifice our needs to raise kids, make money, keep our partners happy, while losing ourselves in the process. Men desperately want connection and support but don’t want to feel emasculated in the process. They don’t want some touchy feely, sympathetic, woe is me Therapist telling them how to live their life. We want a Therapist who’s upfront and honest, helps guide us with expertise and experience, and empower us to be the best man we can be!
Men’s emotional health is often overlooked until it’s too late. We often suffer in silence and keep our pain hidden due to all the early programming we received in childhood. We often sacrifice our needs to raise kids, make money, keep our partners happy, while losing ourselves in the process. Men desperately want connection and support but don’t want to feel emasculated in the process. They don’t want some touchy feely, sympathetic, woe is me Therapist telling them how to live their life. We want a Therapist who’s upfront and honest, helps guide us with expertise and experience, and empower us to be the best man we can be!
Hello, My name is Cusanda Howard. I am a Licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist, board certified with the state of California. I graduated from San Francisco State University. I have worked with clients from ages 9-84. I started working with children with traumatic experiences of sexual, physical and emotional abuse. For the last 20 years I have worked with adults that have experienced traumatic deaths of children, Spouses/partners, parents, siblings and friends. Most of those deaths were homicides, suicides and domestic violence. I have worked with couples trying to resolve problems in their marriages or relationship.
Hello, My name is Cusanda Howard. I am a Licensed Marriage, Family and Child Therapist, board certified with the state of California. I graduated from San Francisco State University. I have worked with clients from ages 9-84. I started working with children with traumatic experiences of sexual, physical and emotional abuse. For the last 20 years I have worked with adults that have experienced traumatic deaths of children, Spouses/partners, parents, siblings and friends. Most of those deaths were homicides, suicides and domestic violence. I have worked with couples trying to resolve problems in their marriages or relationship.
Hello! I'm Joseline Mejia, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been practicing for more than 15 years. My focus areas are trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationships. I have a holistic approach along with a client-centered modality. I use trauma-focused CBT, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Holistic/Spiritual approach, Inner-child approach, and Heart-focused techniques. I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma-related symptoms.
Hello! I'm Joseline Mejia, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been practicing for more than 15 years. My focus areas are trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationships. I have a holistic approach along with a client-centered modality. I use trauma-focused CBT, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Holistic/Spiritual approach, Inner-child approach, and Heart-focused techniques. I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma-related symptoms.
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