Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists in Oakland, CA
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
I am here to support and guide you in living as fully as you desire. Being human is a complex and vulnerable business, and often the ways we have learned to cope or survive cut off access to our own innate wisdom and knowing. You might find yourself hitting dead ends, repeating emotional patterns, or feeling lost. Or you might be meeting a moment in your life that is asking for a new response from you. Whatever brings you to search for a therapist in this specific moment, you are bravely considering what it might be like to do this differently.
I am here to support and guide you in living as fully as you desire. Being human is a complex and vulnerable business, and often the ways we have learned to cope or survive cut off access to our own innate wisdom and knowing. You might find yourself hitting dead ends, repeating emotional patterns, or feeling lost. Or you might be meeting a moment in your life that is asking for a new response from you. Whatever brings you to search for a therapist in this specific moment, you are bravely considering what it might be like to do this differently.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
I am an active psychotherapist - listening, asking questions, exploring new ways to understand your experiences and helping you find new strategies. My approach to therapy is one of warmth, empathy, insight and a focus on goal setting. The goal of therapy is to establish internal clarity, more happiness and an increased sense of success. Some people seek counseling to feel happier and more connected in their intimate relationships or relationships with friends and coworkers. I believe one can experience movement towards a whole and satisfying life with yourself, significant others and the world at large.
I am an active psychotherapist - listening, asking questions, exploring new ways to understand your experiences and helping you find new strategies. My approach to therapy is one of warmth, empathy, insight and a focus on goal setting. The goal of therapy is to establish internal clarity, more happiness and an increased sense of success. Some people seek counseling to feel happier and more connected in their intimate relationships or relationships with friends and coworkers. I believe one can experience movement towards a whole and satisfying life with yourself, significant others and the world at large.
Do you feel ready for change but aren’t sure where to start? Maybe you want to feel more confident in your choices, more honest in your relationships, or more secure in yourself day to day. Many of my clients come in longing for clarity about how to engage with the difficulties of life. My work is about helping people cultivate a different kind of relationship with life. Together, we’ll explore how you can nurture yourself with genuine care, protect yourself while staying open-hearted, and move toward the life you deeply want. Along the way, we’ll uncover your personal and societal roots of anxiety, depression, and stuck patterns.
Do you feel ready for change but aren’t sure where to start? Maybe you want to feel more confident in your choices, more honest in your relationships, or more secure in yourself day to day. Many of my clients come in longing for clarity about how to engage with the difficulties of life. My work is about helping people cultivate a different kind of relationship with life. Together, we’ll explore how you can nurture yourself with genuine care, protect yourself while staying open-hearted, and move toward the life you deeply want. Along the way, we’ll uncover your personal and societal roots of anxiety, depression, and stuck patterns.
You’ve survived a complicated childhood or past with minimal or inconsistent support, and remnants of your past influence or take over the present. It’s rare to feel safe or settled enough with others / out in the world. Cycles of heightened stress and shutting down keep you feeling stuck. You’re self-aware (perhaps even knowledgeable about your struggles), but need support taking actionable steps towards deep and lasting transformation and healing.
You’ve survived a complicated childhood or past with minimal or inconsistent support, and remnants of your past influence or take over the present. It’s rare to feel safe or settled enough with others / out in the world. Cycles of heightened stress and shutting down keep you feeling stuck. You’re self-aware (perhaps even knowledgeable about your struggles), but need support taking actionable steps towards deep and lasting transformation and healing.
You don't have to have it all figured out to start therapy. Whether you're carrying years of trauma, navigating anxiety and depression, or just feeling like something's off and you're not sure why — you deserve a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
I'm a person-centered therapist with a background in community mental health, where I've worked with people facing a wide range of challenges; anxiety, depression, substance use, and complex trauma. I bring empathy, authenticity, and yes — humor — into my work, because healing doesn't have to be rigid or clinical.
You don't have to have it all figured out to start therapy. Whether you're carrying years of trauma, navigating anxiety and depression, or just feeling like something's off and you're not sure why — you deserve a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
I'm a person-centered therapist with a background in community mental health, where I've worked with people facing a wide range of challenges; anxiety, depression, substance use, and complex trauma. I bring empathy, authenticity, and yes — humor — into my work, because healing doesn't have to be rigid or clinical.
You may have landed here because something doesn’t feel quite right—or because you’re not sure how you feel at all. At times, this can show up as feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to make sense of your inner experience. I invite you to trust your intuition in taking this step.
In our work together, we’ll focus on helping you connect more deeply to yourself, and in turn, to others. I use a trauma-informed, integrative approach that blends depth-oriented work (including IFS), somatic experiencing, mindfulness, DBT, and psychodynamic perspectives. I am also trained in EMDR, which supports reprocessing trauma.
You may have landed here because something doesn’t feel quite right—or because you’re not sure how you feel at all. At times, this can show up as feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to make sense of your inner experience. I invite you to trust your intuition in taking this step.
In our work together, we’ll focus on helping you connect more deeply to yourself, and in turn, to others. I use a trauma-informed, integrative approach that blends depth-oriented work (including IFS), somatic experiencing, mindfulness, DBT, and psychodynamic perspectives. I am also trained in EMDR, which supports reprocessing trauma.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Without meaning and the chance to therapeutically practice new insights and behaviors, we may suffer unnecessarily during times of high stress, trauma, or in daily life. Feelings may become an overwhelming flood of dread, sorrow or numbness; thinking becomes confused, panicky, and self-critical; joy, spontaneity and self-trust may feel lost. Together we can make good use of your strengths, symptoms and external challenges. Through exploring and deepening our understanding and trust in your own inner world, dignity and liveliness may be restored even under the most challenging or enduring of circumstances, illnesses or problems.
Without meaning and the chance to therapeutically practice new insights and behaviors, we may suffer unnecessarily during times of high stress, trauma, or in daily life. Feelings may become an overwhelming flood of dread, sorrow or numbness; thinking becomes confused, panicky, and self-critical; joy, spontaneity and self-trust may feel lost. Together we can make good use of your strengths, symptoms and external challenges. Through exploring and deepening our understanding and trust in your own inner world, dignity and liveliness may be restored even under the most challenging or enduring of circumstances, illnesses or problems.
The essence of effective psychotherapy is found in the therapist's understanding, empathy and caring for you. Trust in our relationship develops from that foundation. My primary commitment to you is to help you grow in self-awareness and self-empowerment, and to help you take the necessary actions that will actualize your growth and development in the world. If you struggle with feelings of fear, shame, helplessness, worthlessness and anger; traumatic emotional, physical and sexual experience; challenges in relationship; dysfunctional behaviors; unfulfilled aspirations; questions about your life's meaning; and physical illness and aging, I can help you.
The essence of effective psychotherapy is found in the therapist's understanding, empathy and caring for you. Trust in our relationship develops from that foundation. My primary commitment to you is to help you grow in self-awareness and self-empowerment, and to help you take the necessary actions that will actualize your growth and development in the world. If you struggle with feelings of fear, shame, helplessness, worthlessness and anger; traumatic emotional, physical and sexual experience; challenges in relationship; dysfunctional behaviors; unfulfilled aspirations; questions about your life's meaning; and physical illness and aging, I can help you.
Dr. Victoria Blacksmith is a Clinical Psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in culturally inclusive, holistic care. As a first-generation Mexican-American, she integrates traditional healing practices with evidence-based methods to support clients navigating anxiety, life transitions, and cultural identity challenges. Dr. Blacksmith creates a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.
Dr. Victoria Blacksmith is a Clinical Psychologist and psychotherapist specializing in culturally inclusive, holistic care. As a first-generation Mexican-American, she integrates traditional healing practices with evidence-based methods to support clients navigating anxiety, life transitions, and cultural identity challenges. Dr. Blacksmith creates a safe, collaborative space where clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.
Hello, I'm Az (A-Z); I'm glad you're here! I am a firm believer in the healing power of connection and community. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, client-centered, strengths-based, and anti-capitalist/-colonialist. I come from a non-pathologizing perspective and always utilize whatever words, language, and labels (or lack thereof) make my clients most comfortable—knowing that for some folks diagnoses can feel like being put into a box, while others find the knowledge liberating. I work with clients from all backgrounds and identities, with specialization in fat, disabled, queer, polyamorous, and/or neurodivergent clients.
Hello, I'm Az (A-Z); I'm glad you're here! I am a firm believer in the healing power of connection and community. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, client-centered, strengths-based, and anti-capitalist/-colonialist. I come from a non-pathologizing perspective and always utilize whatever words, language, and labels (or lack thereof) make my clients most comfortable—knowing that for some folks diagnoses can feel like being put into a box, while others find the knowledge liberating. I work with clients from all backgrounds and identities, with specialization in fat, disabled, queer, polyamorous, and/or neurodivergent clients.
Nadezhda (Nadya) Peeva
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, SEP, MAPP, MBA
4 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94612
I approach the process of therapy with the deepest respect for the inherent wholeness and dignity of every individual I have the privilege to work with. I will support you in addressing the challenges of chronic stress and the painful effects of trauma while holding the conviction that your capacity for connection, peace, and well-being is your birthright. And I will accompany you as you begin to find your way back to a truer, more vital and clear sense of who you are and what matters to you.
I approach the process of therapy with the deepest respect for the inherent wholeness and dignity of every individual I have the privilege to work with. I will support you in addressing the challenges of chronic stress and the painful effects of trauma while holding the conviction that your capacity for connection, peace, and well-being is your birthright. And I will accompany you as you begin to find your way back to a truer, more vital and clear sense of who you are and what matters to you.
Do you keep getting hurt in relationships? Do you spiral into anxiety, self-blame, or numb detachment? If you grew up with childhood trauma, abuse, emotional neglect, or family dysfunction, you may over-function, shut down, ignore red flags, or feel unsure of what love really is. These survival strategies helped you cope but now keep you stuck. Together we'll uncover how early experiences shaped your self-worth and relationships, and begin to shift them. We’ll work to break painful patterns so you can feel more grounded, connected, and whole. You're not broken or defective; you're injured. And with the right therapy, you can heal.
Do you keep getting hurt in relationships? Do you spiral into anxiety, self-blame, or numb detachment? If you grew up with childhood trauma, abuse, emotional neglect, or family dysfunction, you may over-function, shut down, ignore red flags, or feel unsure of what love really is. These survival strategies helped you cope but now keep you stuck. Together we'll uncover how early experiences shaped your self-worth and relationships, and begin to shift them. We’ll work to break painful patterns so you can feel more grounded, connected, and whole. You're not broken or defective; you're injured. And with the right therapy, you can heal.
Therapy offers us the chance to become more present with ourselves away from the noise. Together we contemplate the human journey. Doing the inner work we encounter and work with different parts: messy and painful ones but also a wise self. We can lean in and study their patterns with mindfulness, depth, and nuance. We can get more skillful and develop a window of tolerance moment to moment, and heal intergenerational, neurobiological attachment wounds. How did we adapt? Who we becoming? I bring a relational style to help my clients get unblocked, find meaning and hope, and the freedom to become who they were meant to be.
Therapy offers us the chance to become more present with ourselves away from the noise. Together we contemplate the human journey. Doing the inner work we encounter and work with different parts: messy and painful ones but also a wise self. We can lean in and study their patterns with mindfulness, depth, and nuance. We can get more skillful and develop a window of tolerance moment to moment, and heal intergenerational, neurobiological attachment wounds. How did we adapt? Who we becoming? I bring a relational style to help my clients get unblocked, find meaning and hope, and the freedom to become who they were meant to be.
I work with individuals, children, and couples who are facing ongoing or sudden challenges in their lives. My adult clients might be feeling disconnected from themselves and others, uncertain about their life path, or just ready for a change. By implementing body-oriented and cognitive-behavioral practices, I will support you in healing old wounds, breaking free from unhelpful patterns, and creating the life that you want.
I work with individuals, children, and couples who are facing ongoing or sudden challenges in their lives. My adult clients might be feeling disconnected from themselves and others, uncertain about their life path, or just ready for a change. By implementing body-oriented and cognitive-behavioral practices, I will support you in healing old wounds, breaking free from unhelpful patterns, and creating the life that you want.
My ideal client will have made the decision to commit to a therapeutic intervention and be willing to share the sometimes challenging process of renewal. I currently work with a number of individuals who experience challenges with depression, anxiety, social skills, attention issues, screen time and other dependency problems. The aim is to integrate client values and goals with our ever changing world
My ideal client will have made the decision to commit to a therapeutic intervention and be willing to share the sometimes challenging process of renewal. I currently work with a number of individuals who experience challenges with depression, anxiety, social skills, attention issues, screen time and other dependency problems. The aim is to integrate client values and goals with our ever changing world
With a focus on complex trauma and queer and transgender adults and teens, I believe that early experiences and ongoing structural contexts greatly impact daily life. I work from a relational psychoanalytic lens with a background in somatics. Together, these offer exploratory questions and tools for navigating emotional pain, feelings of numbness, and relationship distress. There is no one way to relate to the past or make one's life feel more livable. In therapy, we find a way for you together. My role is to hold curiosity, rigor, and care throughout your own self-discovery.
With a focus on complex trauma and queer and transgender adults and teens, I believe that early experiences and ongoing structural contexts greatly impact daily life. I work from a relational psychoanalytic lens with a background in somatics. Together, these offer exploratory questions and tools for navigating emotional pain, feelings of numbness, and relationship distress. There is no one way to relate to the past or make one's life feel more livable. In therapy, we find a way for you together. My role is to hold curiosity, rigor, and care throughout your own self-discovery.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, anger issues, or relationship struggles rooted in past experiences? My approach meets you where you are, offering comfort and trust as we work through each session. Healing is like a wave, with natural ups and downs, but we’ll move forward together on a steady, upward path. If you’re feeling stuck or caught in repetitive patterns, I’m here to help you understand these cycles, empowering you to create a more authentic life. Through a supportive, safe environment, we’ll explore your unique needs, helping you build resilience and confidence as you move toward meaningful change.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, anger issues, or relationship struggles rooted in past experiences? My approach meets you where you are, offering comfort and trust as we work through each session. Healing is like a wave, with natural ups and downs, but we’ll move forward together on a steady, upward path. If you’re feeling stuck or caught in repetitive patterns, I’m here to help you understand these cycles, empowering you to create a more authentic life. Through a supportive, safe environment, we’ll explore your unique needs, helping you build resilience and confidence as you move toward meaningful change.
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