Online Therapists in Oakland, CA
I am accepting new clients and am offering in-person and video sessions.
Are you struggling to decide whether to stay or leave your relationship? It can be difficult to come to the kind of clarity one needs to make this decision. Is it hard to trust your gut and listen to your inner wisdom about how to move forward? Relationships can be very complex and sometimes we all need a little extra support to face these challenges and come to our best decisions.
I am accepting new clients and am offering in-person and video sessions.
Are you struggling to decide whether to stay or leave your relationship? It can be difficult to come to the kind of clarity one needs to make this decision. Is it hard to trust your gut and listen to your inner wisdom about how to move forward? Relationships can be very complex and sometimes we all need a little extra support to face these challenges and come to our best decisions.
In-person sessions in Oakland and virtual sessions for anyone in California.
You’re insightful, self-aware, yet still somehow caught in the same emotional reruns. I work with thoughtful, emotionally aware adults and couples who keep noticing the same patterns showing up in love, work, and their own inner worlds. Many of my clients are queer, trans, politically-engaged, neurodivergent, creative, analytical, or emotionally intense. You might be struggling with anxiety, shame, burnout, attachment wounds, trauma, or the aftershocks of complex relationships. You want depth, honesty, and therapy that actually goes somewhere. I offer therapy for people ready to understand themselves in a more meaningful way.
In-person sessions in Oakland and virtual sessions for anyone in California.
You’re insightful, self-aware, yet still somehow caught in the same emotional reruns. I work with thoughtful, emotionally aware adults and couples who keep noticing the same patterns showing up in love, work, and their own inner worlds. Many of my clients are queer, trans, politically-engaged, neurodivergent, creative, analytical, or emotionally intense. You might be struggling with anxiety, shame, burnout, attachment wounds, trauma, or the aftershocks of complex relationships. You want depth, honesty, and therapy that actually goes somewhere. I offer therapy for people ready to understand themselves in a more meaningful way.
Depending on what works best for you, we can meet in local parks (incorporating gentle movement and sensory awareness), via telehealth, or through a hybrid approach to support your journey toward regulation, connection & growth.
I offer short & long-term therapy to children/adolescents (5-17), young adults, & families feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. I work with individuals experiencing nervous system dysregulation, burnout, & family conflict, particularly those who are highly sensitive or managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression. I offer ecotherapy (nature-based therapy) as well as traditional talk therapy. We can utilize nature’s profound, holistic resource for grounding & healing, offering practical ways to regulate the nervous system. My goal is to help you and/or your child feel securely connected to self and the world.
Depending on what works best for you, we can meet in local parks (incorporating gentle movement and sensory awareness), via telehealth, or through a hybrid approach to support your journey toward regulation, connection & growth.
I offer short & long-term therapy to children/adolescents (5-17), young adults, & families feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. I work with individuals experiencing nervous system dysregulation, burnout, & family conflict, particularly those who are highly sensitive or managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression. I offer ecotherapy (nature-based therapy) as well as traditional talk therapy. We can utilize nature’s profound, holistic resource for grounding & healing, offering practical ways to regulate the nervous system. My goal is to help you and/or your child feel securely connected to self and the world.
My Name is Crystal Crowley, and I am licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT,102398) working in private practice. I believe that we are the experts of our lives and strive to do our best. Sometimes, however, things can happen that cause us to get lost, stuck, and overwhelmed. Therapy is a great way to sort things out in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space.
My Name is Crystal Crowley, and I am licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT,102398) working in private practice. I believe that we are the experts of our lives and strive to do our best. Sometimes, however, things can happen that cause us to get lost, stuck, and overwhelmed. Therapy is a great way to sort things out in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space.
I specialize in focused treatment for individuals who are suffering from the after effects of trauma and other stressful events. I have worked with people who've experienced a variety of terrible events, such as combat, accidents, abuse, sexual assaults, and near death experiences. After such events, it is common to experience a variety of problems, including PTSD, guilt, shame, anger, depression, anxiety, substance use, or emotional dysregulation. If you are experiencing any of these problems, I can help. I also offer psychedelic assisted therapy, including integration of ketamine or other psychedelic medicines.
I specialize in focused treatment for individuals who are suffering from the after effects of trauma and other stressful events. I have worked with people who've experienced a variety of terrible events, such as combat, accidents, abuse, sexual assaults, and near death experiences. After such events, it is common to experience a variety of problems, including PTSD, guilt, shame, anger, depression, anxiety, substance use, or emotional dysregulation. If you are experiencing any of these problems, I can help. I also offer psychedelic assisted therapy, including integration of ketamine or other psychedelic medicines.
Welcome! Take a seat wherever. Many of use feel like we suffer in silence with feelings or reactions we didn't want nor asked for. Whether its a constant, nagging tightness in your chest when around other people or the desire to move and fidget becomes to overwhelming to ignore. Sometimes we can feel very "stuck" or trapped with these feelings where we see no escape. Fortunately, there are different ways of seeing, interacting, or being that can alleviate that suffering and help you live the life you want to live.
Welcome! Take a seat wherever. Many of use feel like we suffer in silence with feelings or reactions we didn't want nor asked for. Whether its a constant, nagging tightness in your chest when around other people or the desire to move and fidget becomes to overwhelming to ignore. Sometimes we can feel very "stuck" or trapped with these feelings where we see no escape. Fortunately, there are different ways of seeing, interacting, or being that can alleviate that suffering and help you live the life you want to live.
I offer online therapy for CA residents.
Are you going through a major change in your life, job or relationship? Maybe you're feeling anxious, lost, or alone wishing for clarity, confidence, and support. Therapy is a safe place for us to get to the root of what's going on, gain understanding, and find your voice so that you can show up as your authentic self in life. I'll help you navigate difficult life experiences, learn self-care tools, communicate effectively in relationships, make sense of conflicting feelings, and cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and others.
I offer online therapy for CA residents.
Are you going through a major change in your life, job or relationship? Maybe you're feeling anxious, lost, or alone wishing for clarity, confidence, and support. Therapy is a safe place for us to get to the root of what's going on, gain understanding, and find your voice so that you can show up as your authentic self in life. I'll help you navigate difficult life experiences, learn self-care tools, communicate effectively in relationships, make sense of conflicting feelings, and cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and others.
Please contact me to check if I currently have openings for teletherapy sessions.
I enjoy being a psychotherapist because it provides me the opportunity to help people resolve the issues that are causing them distress. I work with adults, children, and families, and understand that each person is a unique individual with his or her unique life circumstances, history, and social and cultural context. A goal of our work together will be to help you identify and understand the conflicts that may be causing you difficulty, and to help you overcome them. Or perhaps negative thinking patterns cause you to experience sadness, loneliness, hopelessness, fear, or other unwanted emotions.
Please contact me to check if I currently have openings for teletherapy sessions.
I enjoy being a psychotherapist because it provides me the opportunity to help people resolve the issues that are causing them distress. I work with adults, children, and families, and understand that each person is a unique individual with his or her unique life circumstances, history, and social and cultural context. A goal of our work together will be to help you identify and understand the conflicts that may be causing you difficulty, and to help you overcome them. Or perhaps negative thinking patterns cause you to experience sadness, loneliness, hopelessness, fear, or other unwanted emotions.
Hi there! My name is Kristina Tu. I am a License Marriage Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals who have experience trauma, anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, eating disorders, depression, low self-esteem, and self-doubt.
Hi there! My name is Kristina Tu. I am a License Marriage Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with individuals who have experience trauma, anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, eating disorders, depression, low self-esteem, and self-doubt.
I specialize in trauma (EMDR certified), grief and loss, career, disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression, and anxiety. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families dealing with all types of issues and mental health disorders. My approach is process oriented and goal directed while providing psycho-education and resources. I will help you access your inner strength and build tools to cope, grow, and heal.
I specialize in trauma (EMDR certified), grief and loss, career, disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, depression, and anxiety. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, and families dealing with all types of issues and mental health disorders. My approach is process oriented and goal directed while providing psycho-education and resources. I will help you access your inner strength and build tools to cope, grow, and heal.
I've been working as a clinical social worker/therapist for 18 years, with individuals and groups, from youth through adulthood, in a diverse array of settings. This includes my current private practice; many years at a school-based health center, counseling teens and supervising and training graduate student interns; time at a family therapy clinic; also a jail, and an SRO. My calling and gift is to hold sacred, safe + brave spaces for people to be truly seen and known, and from there to support them stepping into their unique and authentic selves. It is my great privilege to meet people in this courageous place.
I've been working as a clinical social worker/therapist for 18 years, with individuals and groups, from youth through adulthood, in a diverse array of settings. This includes my current private practice; many years at a school-based health center, counseling teens and supervising and training graduate student interns; time at a family therapy clinic; also a jail, and an SRO. My calling and gift is to hold sacred, safe + brave spaces for people to be truly seen and known, and from there to support them stepping into their unique and authentic selves. It is my great privilege to meet people in this courageous place.
At Mente y Alma Therapy Center, we believe healing begins when both the mind and soul are cared for. As a bilingual-bicultural clinician, I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive space for individuals, families, and couples. I am passionate about helping Latinx women find healing and balance while navigating the space between cultures. I understand firsthand the unique challenges that come with being the first. The pressure to succeed, the pull between family expectations and personal goals, and the quiet weight of feeling like you have to do it all.
At Mente y Alma Therapy Center, we believe healing begins when both the mind and soul are cared for. As a bilingual-bicultural clinician, I am dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive space for individuals, families, and couples. I am passionate about helping Latinx women find healing and balance while navigating the space between cultures. I understand firsthand the unique challenges that come with being the first. The pressure to succeed, the pull between family expectations and personal goals, and the quiet weight of feeling like you have to do it all.
I work with clients to help them heal from anxiety, depression, and trauma. Therapy provides an opportunity to be completely yourself, without regard to internal or external pressures and demands. When you feel safe, you're more free to talk about change. I'll help you build upon your strengths and support you in becoming more aware of patterns that hold you back from achieving your goals. Together, we take a close look at those patterns and work towards healthier options. I believe therapy is an important investment in health and will help you create the foundation for a satisfied life.
I work with clients to help them heal from anxiety, depression, and trauma. Therapy provides an opportunity to be completely yourself, without regard to internal or external pressures and demands. When you feel safe, you're more free to talk about change. I'll help you build upon your strengths and support you in becoming more aware of patterns that hold you back from achieving your goals. Together, we take a close look at those patterns and work towards healthier options. I believe therapy is an important investment in health and will help you create the foundation for a satisfied life.
Keya believes one of the greatest supports during challenging times is having someone to talk to. Keya provides a safe environment for clients to 'open up' by being empathetic, warm, and interested in the client's experience. Keya is dedicated to helping people grow in the ways they desire to. In addition, to private practice, Keya serves as a Behavioral Clinician building and restoring families in the community one session at a time.
Keya believes one of the greatest supports during challenging times is having someone to talk to. Keya provides a safe environment for clients to 'open up' by being empathetic, warm, and interested in the client's experience. Keya is dedicated to helping people grow in the ways they desire to. In addition, to private practice, Keya serves as a Behavioral Clinician building and restoring families in the community one session at a time.
What I believe: Relationships are unique and come in countless shapes and sizes over time. Right now, relationships are already happening and changing in your life every day. Love is available in ourselves when we choose it, and choosing love in ourselves brings more love into our relationships. Yes, all relationships shift and change, and at the same time, love can regenerate again and again in the most mysterious moments and forms if we stay open and curious.
What I believe: Relationships are unique and come in countless shapes and sizes over time. Right now, relationships are already happening and changing in your life every day. Love is available in ourselves when we choose it, and choosing love in ourselves brings more love into our relationships. Yes, all relationships shift and change, and at the same time, love can regenerate again and again in the most mysterious moments and forms if we stay open and curious.
We offer in-person sessions in Oakland, and online therapy throughout California.
Have you noticed that other people seem to move through the world with ease: forming friendships, dating, finding direction; while for you, it all feels confusing and very effortful. You try to put yourself out there, but something doesn’t land, and you’re left wondering what you’re missing. Whether you’ve been labeled as a late bloomer, failure to launch, or "spectrum-y", we understand that underneath these labels is a sensitive soul yearning to find their way in the world. At Brave Space Therapy, our approach blends emotional growth with practical skill-building - helping our clients move from stuckness to decisive action.
We offer in-person sessions in Oakland, and online therapy throughout California.
Have you noticed that other people seem to move through the world with ease: forming friendships, dating, finding direction; while for you, it all feels confusing and very effortful. You try to put yourself out there, but something doesn’t land, and you’re left wondering what you’re missing. Whether you’ve been labeled as a late bloomer, failure to launch, or "spectrum-y", we understand that underneath these labels is a sensitive soul yearning to find their way in the world. At Brave Space Therapy, our approach blends emotional growth with practical skill-building - helping our clients move from stuckness to decisive action.
I offer therapy sessions in-person at my comfortable Oakland office in Rockridge, or online via video.
Has something in your life become too much to bear? If you’re feeling lonely, alienated, confused about your relationships, hurt, angry, or feeling unheard; if you’re finding the stress of parenting overwhelming, or feeling defeated by cycles of conflict, I'd like to help you. I work with individuals, couples and families wounded by their family systems, who have experienced trauma or abuse, have struggled with a narcissistic parent or partner, or have been negatively impacted by relationships with their in-laws. I passionately believe that with the right help, you can move from suffering and uncertainty to clarity and empowerment.
I offer therapy sessions in-person at my comfortable Oakland office in Rockridge, or online via video.
Has something in your life become too much to bear? If you’re feeling lonely, alienated, confused about your relationships, hurt, angry, or feeling unheard; if you’re finding the stress of parenting overwhelming, or feeling defeated by cycles of conflict, I'd like to help you. I work with individuals, couples and families wounded by their family systems, who have experienced trauma or abuse, have struggled with a narcissistic parent or partner, or have been negatively impacted by relationships with their in-laws. I passionately believe that with the right help, you can move from suffering and uncertainty to clarity and empowerment.
I provide a down-to-earth approach to self-exploration and personal development, recognizing the universality of both human suffering and human potential. I take a non-pathological approach to therapy, coming from a core orientation that each person is inherently valuable and has an innate capacity for wisdom and wholeness. My approach is dynamic and relational, being informed by a lifetime of psychological and spiritual inquiry.
I provide a down-to-earth approach to self-exploration and personal development, recognizing the universality of both human suffering and human potential. I take a non-pathological approach to therapy, coming from a core orientation that each person is inherently valuable and has an innate capacity for wisdom and wholeness. My approach is dynamic and relational, being informed by a lifetime of psychological and spiritual inquiry.
I specialize in working with both teens and adults who feel weighed down by trauma, grief, anxiety, and the impact of difficult life transitions. My work often focuses on developmental trauma—those early experiences that shape how safe, seen, and connected we feel in the world. I draw from advanced training in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and expressive arts therapy to support both the mind and body in healing. My approach helps clients feel more grounded, soften self-criticism, and reconnect with a deeper sense of compassion and wholeness.
I specialize in working with both teens and adults who feel weighed down by trauma, grief, anxiety, and the impact of difficult life transitions. My work often focuses on developmental trauma—those early experiences that shape how safe, seen, and connected we feel in the world. I draw from advanced training in Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and expressive arts therapy to support both the mind and body in healing. My approach helps clients feel more grounded, soften self-criticism, and reconnect with a deeper sense of compassion and wholeness.
I welcome all clients to meet with me via phone or video sessions.
Are you holding it together on the outside but on the inside it feels VERY different? Do you feel gripped by anxiety, self-doubt, anger, fear, or numbness? Having thoughts that you are not enough, or too much, or that you should be perfect? There is a reason this is happening. I believe change happens through compassionate accompaniment in intentionally held spaces that allow us to explore and integrate parts of ourselves that are causing inner tensions. Through an accepting and supportive environment therapy helps to regulate emotion and promote lasting change.
I welcome all clients to meet with me via phone or video sessions.
Are you holding it together on the outside but on the inside it feels VERY different? Do you feel gripped by anxiety, self-doubt, anger, fear, or numbness? Having thoughts that you are not enough, or too much, or that you should be perfect? There is a reason this is happening. I believe change happens through compassionate accompaniment in intentionally held spaces that allow us to explore and integrate parts of ourselves that are causing inner tensions. Through an accepting and supportive environment therapy helps to regulate emotion and promote lasting change.
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FAQ - About Telehealth Therapy
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.