Divorce Therapists in Oakland, CA
Lily Ora Dithrich
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94611
There are moments in life when we need someone to walk alongside us — a compassionate witness to help us make sense of where are are and what's holding us back. You might feel stuck in familiar patterns, burdened by the past, or frustrated that insight alone hasn't led to real change. You may be struggling with depression or anxiety, or searching for you inner compass as you navigate a transition. Maybe you're longing to connect with a more alive, grounded, and embodied version of yourself. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers space to slow down, listen, and find new ways of relating to yourself and the world around you.
There are moments in life when we need someone to walk alongside us — a compassionate witness to help us make sense of where are are and what's holding us back. You might feel stuck in familiar patterns, burdened by the past, or frustrated that insight alone hasn't led to real change. You may be struggling with depression or anxiety, or searching for you inner compass as you navigate a transition. Maybe you're longing to connect with a more alive, grounded, and embodied version of yourself. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers space to slow down, listen, and find new ways of relating to yourself and the world around you.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, panic, stress, trauma, or fears/phobias you have landed in the right place. I have had the honor of helping people overcome their greatest struggles for over 22 years. Utilizing several evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches has been integral to having the skills necessary to create a path of healing with several options while always bearing in mind the need for a strong therapeutic relationship that focuses on warmth, empowerment, acceptance, and engagement while always considering the need for trust and safety at the center of our work together.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, panic, stress, trauma, or fears/phobias you have landed in the right place. I have had the honor of helping people overcome their greatest struggles for over 22 years. Utilizing several evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches has been integral to having the skills necessary to create a path of healing with several options while always bearing in mind the need for a strong therapeutic relationship that focuses on warmth, empowerment, acceptance, and engagement while always considering the need for trust and safety at the center of our work together.
I have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in Clinical and Health Psychology. I work with an array of individuals and specialize in concerns related to LGBTQ, POC and allies on a variety of concerns. I pay special attention to cultural factors related to wellness. If you have a specific concern like difficulties in relationships or a more general interest in improving your well-being by learning how to better deal with strong emotions, I will provide a warm and supportive space to foster your personal growth.
I have a doctorate (Ph.D.) in Clinical and Health Psychology. I work with an array of individuals and specialize in concerns related to LGBTQ, POC and allies on a variety of concerns. I pay special attention to cultural factors related to wellness. If you have a specific concern like difficulties in relationships or a more general interest in improving your well-being by learning how to better deal with strong emotions, I will provide a warm and supportive space to foster your personal growth.
You look like you have it together. But inside, it feels like the fire alarm won't stop going off.
You second-guess yourself. Boundaries feel impossible. Your body is tense and tired. Your relationships feel strained. You're not sure how much longer you can keep pushing through. Maybe you're navigating intergenerational trauma, the pull between two cultures, or a body that never feels safe.
You're not broken. You're carrying a lot.
I'm an LMFT with 9+ years of experience specializing in trauma, anxiety, somatic healing, and multicultural identity.
You look like you have it together. But inside, it feels like the fire alarm won't stop going off.
You second-guess yourself. Boundaries feel impossible. Your body is tense and tired. Your relationships feel strained. You're not sure how much longer you can keep pushing through. Maybe you're navigating intergenerational trauma, the pull between two cultures, or a body that never feels safe.
You're not broken. You're carrying a lot.
I'm an LMFT with 9+ years of experience specializing in trauma, anxiety, somatic healing, and multicultural identity.
We all have work to do. We don't have to do it alone. In a safe, non-judgmental environment, I explore with my clients their dreams, artwork, relationships, and daily life experiences, to bring light and insight to blockages and barriers to their full experience and enjoyment of life. Such blockages can be past trauma, incorrect embedded beliefs, injured parts, and/or ingrained thought patterns and habits. Once these things are processed and/or healed, new ways forward can be nurtured.
We all have work to do. We don't have to do it alone. In a safe, non-judgmental environment, I explore with my clients their dreams, artwork, relationships, and daily life experiences, to bring light and insight to blockages and barriers to their full experience and enjoyment of life. Such blockages can be past trauma, incorrect embedded beliefs, injured parts, and/or ingrained thought patterns and habits. Once these things are processed and/or healed, new ways forward can be nurtured.
I also support children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, family changes such as divorce, and challenges with self-esteem.
I use a range of approaches for children and adults. With young children, therapy is play-based to safely process emotions. With teens and adults, I use talk therapy to build insight, regulate emotions, and develop healthier coping skills for stress, relationships, and life transitions.
I also support children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, family changes such as divorce, and challenges with self-esteem.
I use a range of approaches for children and adults. With young children, therapy is play-based to safely process emotions. With teens and adults, I use talk therapy to build insight, regulate emotions, and develop healthier coping skills for stress, relationships, and life transitions.
As a psychologist, I support the nourishment of mental health and well-being where ever you may be in your life. The journey can be challenging. Patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving help one navigate through life. Sometimes those patterns create barriers and overwhelming feelings. Conflicts, anger, confusion, people-pleasing, worry, and sadness may interfere. Allow me to use my life's learning and 13 years of clinical psychology experience to help you work toward your goals and find relief.
As a psychologist, I support the nourishment of mental health and well-being where ever you may be in your life. The journey can be challenging. Patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving help one navigate through life. Sometimes those patterns create barriers and overwhelming feelings. Conflicts, anger, confusion, people-pleasing, worry, and sadness may interfere. Allow me to use my life's learning and 13 years of clinical psychology experience to help you work toward your goals and find relief.
If you are looking for down to earth & collaborative therapy, I'd be happy to see how I can be of help. I'm dedicated to providing a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, welcoming, culturally humble, compassionate and thoughtful. In addition to treating depression, anxiety and trauma, I specialize in 1. Relational Trauma (when someone has been repeatedly hurt by a loved one, community, institution and/or society), 2. Religious Trauma (when theology, culture and/or religious leader/community has caused shame, fear and pain) and 3. Child/Adolescent Therapy (for ADHD, school refusal, social struggles, depression and anxiety).
If you are looking for down to earth & collaborative therapy, I'd be happy to see how I can be of help. I'm dedicated to providing a therapeutic environment that is inclusive, welcoming, culturally humble, compassionate and thoughtful. In addition to treating depression, anxiety and trauma, I specialize in 1. Relational Trauma (when someone has been repeatedly hurt by a loved one, community, institution and/or society), 2. Religious Trauma (when theology, culture and/or religious leader/community has caused shame, fear and pain) and 3. Child/Adolescent Therapy (for ADHD, school refusal, social struggles, depression and anxiety).
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
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.
I use a compassionate and collaborative strength-based model in my therapy practice that taps into the innate wisdom within each client as a valuable resource for transformation. In my experience, many of the wounds we carry as individuals are relational, and healing often occurs through connection with others. I view therapy as a space where we can address these wounds and learn to have honest conversations that foster healthy relational skills. Together, we can develop practical tools to create lasting changes, improve communication, and deepen personal insight.
I use a compassionate and collaborative strength-based model in my therapy practice that taps into the innate wisdom within each client as a valuable resource for transformation. In my experience, many of the wounds we carry as individuals are relational, and healing often occurs through connection with others. I view therapy as a space where we can address these wounds and learn to have honest conversations that foster healthy relational skills. Together, we can develop practical tools to create lasting changes, improve communication, and deepen personal insight.
Are you so overwhelmed that you can't focus on your partner, kids, or other meaningful relationships? Do you feel like letting go of patterns is challenging and find yourself obsessing about your body to the point that eating becomes an ordeal? Do you feel like the past is weighing you down and you can't put it where it belongs, that is in the past? Do you engage in behaviors such as drug, alcohol, or other reckless endeavors that bring about tension and conflicts at home, at work, or other social settings?
Are you so overwhelmed that you can't focus on your partner, kids, or other meaningful relationships? Do you feel like letting go of patterns is challenging and find yourself obsessing about your body to the point that eating becomes an ordeal? Do you feel like the past is weighing you down and you can't put it where it belongs, that is in the past? Do you engage in behaviors such as drug, alcohol, or other reckless endeavors that bring about tension and conflicts at home, at work, or other social settings?
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.
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.
Bienvenidos: Si usted es como yo probablemente tiene ideas y dudas acerca de pedir ayuda psycologica. Culturalmente pensamos que recurrir a este tipo de ayuda significa que somos debiles o "insanos", pero la ayuda que se nos ofrece es poca o impractica. Ademas, no podemos solucionar todos nuestros problemas solos. Algunas de nuestras cualidades culturales radican en el soporte que nuestra comunidad, familia, y amigos nos ofrecen; es tiempo de que este principio aplique en la ayuda psycologica, y esto es en lo que yo me especializo.
Bienvenidos: Si usted es como yo probablemente tiene ideas y dudas acerca de pedir ayuda psycologica. Culturalmente pensamos que recurrir a este tipo de ayuda significa que somos debiles o "insanos", pero la ayuda que se nos ofrece es poca o impractica. Ademas, no podemos solucionar todos nuestros problemas solos. Algunas de nuestras cualidades culturales radican en el soporte que nuestra comunidad, familia, y amigos nos ofrecen; es tiempo de que este principio aplique en la ayuda psycologica, y esto es en lo que yo me especializo.
My specialties include therapy for infidelity, intimacy, marriage, divorce discernment, dating, attachment style, avoidance and workplace dynamics.
I’m here to help heal an anxious attachment or avoidant attachment style and to build an inner sense of security. I aim to equip you with tools to repair your relationship patterns and navigate changes. Together we will navigate anxiety, shame, depression and doubt so that you can make your choices with confidence, and calmly handle interpersonal distress.
My specialties include therapy for infidelity, intimacy, marriage, divorce discernment, dating, attachment style, avoidance and workplace dynamics.
I’m here to help heal an anxious attachment or avoidant attachment style and to build an inner sense of security. I aim to equip you with tools to repair your relationship patterns and navigate changes. Together we will navigate anxiety, shame, depression and doubt so that you can make your choices with confidence, and calmly handle interpersonal distress.
" She helps women navigate intergenerational and complex trauma, adult ADHD, anxiety, and relationship challenges or divorce — and specializes in the specific pressures of new motherhood, providing the real support and validation professional moms need.
Cynthia's clients often start therapy saying, "I can't imagine my life being something good." By the end, they say the reverse: "I can't imagine living like that again." Cynthia is in your corner — and she's also going to be honest with you. In her practice, your growth is the most important thing. She offers a warm, affirming, and protected space for all women — including women of color, LGBTQ+ professionals, moms, and students — where you don't have to over-explain your identity or culture. Born and raised in Oakland and trained at UC Berkeley, Cynthia brings 16 years of experience helping women navigate life's curveballs.
" She helps women navigate intergenerational and complex trauma, adult ADHD, anxiety, and relationship challenges or divorce — and specializes in the specific pressures of new motherhood, providing the real support and validation professional moms need.
Cynthia's clients often start therapy saying, "I can't imagine my life being something good." By the end, they say the reverse: "I can't imagine living like that again." Cynthia is in your corner — and she's also going to be honest with you. In her practice, your growth is the most important thing. She offers a warm, affirming, and protected space for all women — including women of color, LGBTQ+ professionals, moms, and students — where you don't have to over-explain your identity or culture. Born and raised in Oakland and trained at UC Berkeley, Cynthia brings 16 years of experience helping women navigate life's curveballs.
Have you noticed lately that you’ve been triggered more easily? Maybe you’ve been easily agitated (fight), experiencing heightened anxiety (flight), or have been mentally “shutting down” (freeze) more than usual. You could be experiencing trauma responses due to unprocessed distressing events from your past.
As a Christian there is nothing more frustrating than struggling with your mental health and feeling like there is not a resource available that integrates both professional mental health services and your Christian faith. Let me debunk a common myth: Struggling with your mental health does not mean you are lacking in faith.
Have you noticed lately that you’ve been triggered more easily? Maybe you’ve been easily agitated (fight), experiencing heightened anxiety (flight), or have been mentally “shutting down” (freeze) more than usual. You could be experiencing trauma responses due to unprocessed distressing events from your past.
As a Christian there is nothing more frustrating than struggling with your mental health and feeling like there is not a resource available that integrates both professional mental health services and your Christian faith. Let me debunk a common myth: Struggling with your mental health does not mean you are lacking in faith.
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is becoming increasingly popular for treating a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and I’m really excited to have this as a tool in my psychotherapy practice.
The first step is to reach out to me and we’ll set up a free consultation either on zoom to discuss more and learn a bit more about each other and see if we’re a good fit to work together.
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is becoming increasingly popular for treating a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, and I’m really excited to have this as a tool in my psychotherapy practice.
The first step is to reach out to me and we’ll set up a free consultation either on zoom to discuss more and learn a bit more about each other and see if we’re a good fit to work together.
As a clinician, I have been privileged to work with people as they transform their difficulties from the past into a richer, more functioning fabric of the present.
I have been in practice for over 30 years, working with adults, adolescents and couples. I utilize EMDR for the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and for performance enhancement. I also work extensively in the treatment of alcoholism and other addictions, often treating family members of the addicted/alcoholic individual. In recent years I have been involved in the treatment of firefighters, police, and other First Responders.
As a clinician, I have been privileged to work with people as they transform their difficulties from the past into a richer, more functioning fabric of the present.
I have been in practice for over 30 years, working with adults, adolescents and couples. I utilize EMDR for the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and for performance enhancement. I also work extensively in the treatment of alcoholism and other addictions, often treating family members of the addicted/alcoholic individual. In recent years I have been involved in the treatment of firefighters, police, and other First Responders.
Are you struggling to feel connected and understood in your relationships? Maybe you’re uncertain about your purpose in life, facing challenges in managing your day-to-day wellbeing, or feeling a sense of unworthiness or failure? I am here to help you identify what’s blocking you from being your best self and to help you feel more empowered in your everyday life. Whether you need support increasing your capacity to move through emotions, thoughts, or behaviors getting in your way, or you want to embrace each day with more clarity, joy, and sense of purpose, I will be there to help you through your journey.
Are you struggling to feel connected and understood in your relationships? Maybe you’re uncertain about your purpose in life, facing challenges in managing your day-to-day wellbeing, or feeling a sense of unworthiness or failure? I am here to help you identify what’s blocking you from being your best self and to help you feel more empowered in your everyday life. Whether you need support increasing your capacity to move through emotions, thoughts, or behaviors getting in your way, or you want to embrace each day with more clarity, joy, and sense of purpose, I will be there to help you through your journey.
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