Family Therapy in Oakland, CA

My personal and professional experience is broad and colorful, and provide me with the love, patience and understanding that have fueled my passion for a career as a psychotherapist. I am a California native, and although I have traveled the world, Oakland and the San Francisco Bay Area have always been my home. I am a well-seasoned mother of two, and a curious and compassionate woman.

January, 2024: I currently have some lower-fee ($120-180) openings for teenagers, adults and families with children in these age groups who belong to households with incomes below $100k. I work to help my clients experience more vitality, control, connection, focus and flexibility in their lives, depending, of course, on what they are looking for. My clients often seek relief from patterns of painful feelings, negative thoughts and self-sabotaging behaviors that stem from their experience of growing up in particular worlds and particular histories that were traumatic or difficult or confusing. We work on understanding and change.

Hi, thank you for taking a moment to view my page. We all face a world that is so fast paced, full of distraction and demands on our time and attention. I view therapy as a space to take rest from this rush and cultivate mindfulness and a sense of presence. Therapy is an opportunity to take a moment to hear one's self and identify where am I, where have I been, and most importantly where am I going? Therapy can be a radical act of self care when we learn to validate what we need to help ourselves move forward and how to let go of what no longer serves us.

In the journey towards healing and self-discovery, finding a therapist who truly understands the intersectionality of your experiences is key. As a therapist and part of the trans, queer, ethnic minority, multicultural, immigrant, trauma survivor, and (dis)ability communities, I'm dedicated to honoring all that makes you - you. The uniqueness of your journey, recognition of your experiences, and collaboration will be at the core of our work.

Life holds challenges for all of us but the tumultuous times have created stresses and strains that none of us could have foreseen. I offer a safe and supportive place to work in partnership with people who need help tackling issues, problems or changes. My clients and I discover ways for them to change their lives in positive ways. I have been told that my nonjudgemental, warm, and smart, approach to whatever my clients are experiencing has helped me to develop strong relationships with the people I work with. I believe a sense of humor is essential for insight and perspective. Let's get started moving you to where you want to be.

Now accepting new clients. Navigating life with other human beings can be challenging. I work with individuals, couples and partners who are struggling with relationship challenges and life transitions. This includes helping couples with repetitive fights, affairs, non-traditional relationships and life decisions. Work with individuals includes cultivating relationships, dating challenges, finding purpose and transitions (career, moving, loss). My aim is help you figure out what is getting in the way and provide tools to get you where you’d like to be. I bring warmth, hope, openness and a non-judgmental approach.

The Recovery Without Walls approach transcends the current treatment model for addiction and chronic pain. We integrate pharmacological expertise, personalized care, and tireless patient advocacy to promote healing that extends through all aspects of your life.

I have a passion for helping my clients navigate through their significant life transitions, whether it’s grappling with a career change, challenges in relationships, or embarking on a journey toward self-esteem and authenticity. My clients seek guidance in uncovering the barriers hindering their progress and work on giving themselves permission to dream. They yearn to reconnect with their values and desires, seeking a more profound sense of authenticity and fulfillment. My role is to support them in this exploration, providing insight and encouragement as they embrace their journey of self-discovery and growth.

Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relational challenges, or looking for more meaning and purpose. Maybe you're feeling stuck in perfectionism, self-doubt, or a harsh inner critic. I have seen over and over again that therapy can help. Regardless of your circumstances, change is possible. Together, we can get curious about what's happening, identify patterns and strategies that are no longer working, find ways to cope with hard and uncomfortable feelings, and create new possibilities in your relationships and in your connection to yourself.

If you are struggling to find purpose and direction in your life, improve your personal relationships, find peace with food and your body, or increase self-acceptance, you’re not alone. I help teens and adults who are also anxious, depressed, or unhappy with themselves or their relationships. Some are trapped in unhealthy eating patterns or are overwhelmed with a new chapter in their lives. I’d like to help you, too.

I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker. I believe that therapy is a place where clients should be able to feel 100% themselves and safe with no fear of being judged. My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that although our thoughts impact our mood which in turn can impact our behavior, a lot of those thoughts have been ingrained in us since our early childhood years. I work with individuals, couples and families who deal with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues and other life issues.

If you've ever felt lost or stuck in a painful pattern or conflict, or struggle with overwhelming emotions, or have trouble connecting with them, therapy with me is a profound way to discover yourself again and have new experiences. To restore balance and flexibility, and to reawaken your inherent capacity for joy and resilience. I listen with attention, empathy, & curiosity as we encounter and explore your conflicts, pains, and desires. We accomplish your goals by concentrating on what is important to you in a space where you will be listened to and heard, and where we will share an honest & accurate reflection of your experience.

Becoming a parent, going through pregnancy and childbirth or loss will impact your relationships (with others and yourself) in ways you never imagined. And lets not talk about parenting and the incredible difficulty involved with being responsible for other small humans. You will stand in the mirror and the person staring back at you is unfamiliar. You are irritable, tired and on edge all of the time. Your self esteem is low and you are feeling guilt and worry almost all the time. It all seems impossible and no one truly understands. You are not alone. Not alone in the pain. And you don't have to be alone in the healing.

Perhaps you have tried talk therapy before and it didn't feel productive or inspire you to change or reflect in new ways. Or perhaps you feel like you often don't have the words to describe how you feel, or aren't ready to verbally share about your challenges or difficult experiences. Individuals who can relate to these sentiments may greatly benefit from working with an Art Therapist. Through a combination of talk therapy and creative techniques I will support you in reflective and problem solving processes that will be different, productive and sometimes even playful.

I work with women, men, and teens of color seeking coaching to manage difficult times, depression symptoms, and addressing experiences of social and community harm. Learn more about me at www.bestlifecoach.co.

My practiced is specialized in working with Adults, Couples and Families who are seeking psychological help with Old/New trauma, Grief/Bereavement/Loss, living with Cancer, living with Movement disorders (e.g., Parkinson disease), living with a Dementia (e.g., Alzheimer's disease), Aging, and Confronting End-of-Life. If you are seeking relief and healing related to living with any of the above concerns, together we will look closely at your particular situation and work toward reducing the intensity of emotional or psychological suffering.

I am a psychologist, licensed in NYS and CA, offering teletherapy to residents of both states. I am also a returned Peace Corps volunteer and aspire for cultural humility and sensitivity in my practice. My training background is in child, adolescent, and adult individual and group therapy, as well as in neuropsychology from teaching hospitals: Brown, Harvard, and NYU; I completed my postdoctoral training at Kaiser Permanente Northern California. I use an integrated approach to treatment, incorporating a range of evidence-based therapy and my broad training experience to meet the diversity of presentations of my clients.

Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to read this. Making the decision to start the healing journey can be a tough one, so I truly appreciate your consideration in having me walk alongside you. I support folx in recognizing their own resilience, exploring intersectional identities and sense of self, and navigating life's stressors and changes. Maybe you're experiencing a shift in your life. Maybe there are parts of yourself that you need support with reconciling and integrating. Or maybe you have experienced trauma and are ready to process it. Whatever it is, I'm excited to bear witness to your growth and be part of your journey.

Our goals in therapy are always to reduce suffering and increase happiness. Achieving this requires two essential components. First, we need awareness of how our minds work and how to help them heal. I bring that. And second, we need a willingness to look clearly at oneself and to allow new ways of thinking and acting to develop. That is the client's responsibility. Together, our job is to create a space that is open, trusting and full of genuine acceptance of whatever arises. From there it is almost certain that your life will change in welcome ways.