Providence Therapists in Oakland, CA
I’m Elaine, a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping individuals and families heal, grow, and honor their unique stories.
I’m Elaine, a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist passionate about helping individuals and families heal, grow, and honor their unique stories.
I work with adults who are carrying a lot. When work, life, and relationships all feel like
competing demands, it can be hard to know where to start. My clients often know something needs to change before they can name exactly what it is. If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, or a stretch of time that has been harder than you expected, this is a space where you can slow down and figure out what you actually need. I offer Telehealth sessions throughout California and a free consultation before we start.
I work with adults who are carrying a lot. When work, life, and relationships all feel like
competing demands, it can be hard to know where to start. My clients often know something needs to change before they can name exactly what it is. If you are dealing with anxiety, depression, burnout, or a stretch of time that has been harder than you expected, this is a space where you can slow down and figure out what you actually need. I offer Telehealth sessions throughout California and a free consultation before we start.
Living with depression and anxiety can feel all-consuming, even more so in the midst of the current political and economic chaos. I specialize in working with people facing a range of struggles like persistent low mood, excessive worry, trauma-related symptoms, grief, relationship issues, peripartum challenges, and more. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Compassionate, nonjudgmental, and practical, I’ll meet you where you are, set clear goals together, and give you the tools to reclaim meaning, connection, and joy.
Living with depression and anxiety can feel all-consuming, even more so in the midst of the current political and economic chaos. I specialize in working with people facing a range of struggles like persistent low mood, excessive worry, trauma-related symptoms, grief, relationship issues, peripartum challenges, and more. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Compassionate, nonjudgmental, and practical, I’ll meet you where you are, set clear goals together, and give you the tools to reclaim meaning, connection, and joy.
I started my journey as a therapist in 2012 and I have served children, youth, and adults from diverse backgrounds and experiencces. Currently, I am focusing on supporting people along their pre-natal and postpartum path. My practice is grounded in a reflective process that supports individuals in navigating trauma, grief, and challenging life transitions. I integrate culture and ancestry into the therapeutic process and attend to the ways intersectional oppression impacts well-being. My approach draws on training in trauma-informed care, grief processing, gender-affirming care, expressive arts therapy, and somatic practices.
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I started my journey as a therapist in 2012 and I have served children, youth, and adults from diverse backgrounds and experiencces. Currently, I am focusing on supporting people along their pre-natal and postpartum path. My practice is grounded in a reflective process that supports individuals in navigating trauma, grief, and challenging life transitions. I integrate culture and ancestry into the therapeutic process and attend to the ways intersectional oppression impacts well-being. My approach draws on training in trauma-informed care, grief processing, gender-affirming care, expressive arts therapy, and somatic practices.
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Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are opportunities for growth. You’re probably here because you feel it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are opportunities for growth. You’re probably here because you feel it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
My name is Kate Franza, and I am a licensed therapist offering services in both California and New York. Originally from New York, I earned my MSW degree from Fordham University. My practice is deeply rooted in community mental health, with a special focus on LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I support clients facing relationship struggles, trauma, chronic relapse, and those exploring their sexuality and gender identity. I draw from various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive and mindfulness-based techniques. I absolutely love couples work and am actively looking for new couples to support.
My name is Kate Franza, and I am a licensed therapist offering services in both California and New York. Originally from New York, I earned my MSW degree from Fordham University. My practice is deeply rooted in community mental health, with a special focus on LGBTQ+ issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I support clients facing relationship struggles, trauma, chronic relapse, and those exploring their sexuality and gender identity. I draw from various therapeutic modalities, including cognitive and mindfulness-based techniques. I absolutely love couples work and am actively looking for new couples to support.
Hello! Thank you for considering me to accompany you on this sacred journey. I believe counseling is a powerful tool for overcoming obstacles to well-being and human flourishing. I treat clients with a range of issues, from existential issues and coping with the demands of life, to mood disorders and anxiety, complex trauma and PTSD, spirituality concerns and religious trauma, and men's and LGBTQi issues. Together, we will examine these problems, trace their origins to childhood and significant adult relationships, and learn new skills and new ways of relating to others and ourselves to rediscover well-being and flourishing in life.
Hello! Thank you for considering me to accompany you on this sacred journey. I believe counseling is a powerful tool for overcoming obstacles to well-being and human flourishing. I treat clients with a range of issues, from existential issues and coping with the demands of life, to mood disorders and anxiety, complex trauma and PTSD, spirituality concerns and religious trauma, and men's and LGBTQi issues. Together, we will examine these problems, trace their origins to childhood and significant adult relationships, and learn new skills and new ways of relating to others and ourselves to rediscover well-being and flourishing in life.
Do you feel like your past is constantly intruding on your present? Whether it’s legacy trauma or the unique pressures of navigating high-stakes professional environments, you don't have to carry this weight alone. I specialize in helping high-achieving adults—particularly professionals and first responders—break free from cycles of anxiety and burnout. I provide a space where cultural context is deeply understood, allowing us to dive straight into the work of healing and reconnection without having to over-explain your lived experience.
Do you feel like your past is constantly intruding on your present? Whether it’s legacy trauma or the unique pressures of navigating high-stakes professional environments, you don't have to carry this weight alone. I specialize in helping high-achieving adults—particularly professionals and first responders—break free from cycles of anxiety and burnout. I provide a space where cultural context is deeply understood, allowing us to dive straight into the work of healing and reconnection without having to over-explain your lived experience.
I am in-network with Aetna, BCBC MA, Blue Shield of CA, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Magellan and Providence Health Plan.
I am a California licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of clinical experience. I specialize in working with individuals presenting with anxiety, depression, substance use and mood disorders. My approaches include CBT, DBT and mindfulness to name a few. I most recently (May 2026) became a Certified Somatic Therapy Foundations Practitioner (CSTFP) under the tutelage of trauma expert, Dr. Abi Blakeslee and maintain a trauma sensitive approach with clients. Clients describe me as being collaborative, clear and compassionate in my communications.
I am in-network with Aetna, BCBC MA, Blue Shield of CA, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Magellan and Providence Health Plan.
I am a California licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of clinical experience. I specialize in working with individuals presenting with anxiety, depression, substance use and mood disorders. My approaches include CBT, DBT and mindfulness to name a few. I most recently (May 2026) became a Certified Somatic Therapy Foundations Practitioner (CSTFP) under the tutelage of trauma expert, Dr. Abi Blakeslee and maintain a trauma sensitive approach with clients. Clients describe me as being collaborative, clear and compassionate in my communications.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in worry, or struggling to feel confident in yourself, you’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
I help adults work through anxiety, stress, and self-esteem challenges in a way that feels grounded and supportive. My goal is to create a space where you can breathe a little easier, feel safe to be yourself, and begin to trust that real change is possible.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in worry, or struggling to feel confident in yourself, you’re not alone and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
I help adults work through anxiety, stress, and self-esteem challenges in a way that feels grounded and supportive. My goal is to create a space where you can breathe a little easier, feel safe to be yourself, and begin to trust that real change is possible.
Hard times make strong people. As a mixed-race therapist with ADHD, I understand the complexities of living with visible and invisible challenges, including anxiety and depression. Here, vulnerability is not just welcomed; it is celebrated as the catalyst for transformation. In this cultivated space, both oasis and crucible, we collaborate to deepen self-trust and create change that is intentional and aligned with the life you are ready to live.
Hard times make strong people. As a mixed-race therapist with ADHD, I understand the complexities of living with visible and invisible challenges, including anxiety and depression. Here, vulnerability is not just welcomed; it is celebrated as the catalyst for transformation. In this cultivated space, both oasis and crucible, we collaborate to deepen self-trust and create change that is intentional and aligned with the life you are ready to live.
Feeling overwhelmed, on edge, or just needing some support during uncertain times? I work with people coping with depression, anxiety, loss and trauma/PTSD. When life gets hard, the ways we’ve always coped can sometimes turn into patterns that keep us stuck. Together, we’ll discuss what might be holding you in that status quo and explore healthier, more meaningful ways to manage the weight of depression, the restlessness of anxiety, or the disconnection that trauma can create. My goal is to offer realistic, supportive alternatives that help you move through these challenges with more clarity and confidence.
Feeling overwhelmed, on edge, or just needing some support during uncertain times? I work with people coping with depression, anxiety, loss and trauma/PTSD. When life gets hard, the ways we’ve always coped can sometimes turn into patterns that keep us stuck. Together, we’ll discuss what might be holding you in that status quo and explore healthier, more meaningful ways to manage the weight of depression, the restlessness of anxiety, or the disconnection that trauma can create. My goal is to offer realistic, supportive alternatives that help you move through these challenges with more clarity and confidence.
Everyone experiences difficulties at times, including problems that we create for ourselves and troubles we have in responding to the opportunities and challenges in life. These may be problems in love or work, symptoms such as phobias, panic attacks, or extreme shyness, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic reactions, or self-destructive impulses.
Everyone experiences difficulties at times, including problems that we create for ourselves and troubles we have in responding to the opportunities and challenges in life. These may be problems in love or work, symptoms such as phobias, panic attacks, or extreme shyness, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic reactions, or self-destructive impulses.
Hi there! My ideal clients are those interested in a therapist who thinks outside the box, have an openness to alternative practices, and are in touch with their sensitivities. I gravitate towards those rebellious at heart and because of my various life and work experiences hold a soft spot for underserved and vulnerable communities. Some of those groups include immigrant families, families impacted by incarceration, and those included in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and Spanish speaking communities. I am great a support for those looking to learn nervous system support for trauma, anxiety, OCD, or managing addiction.
Hi there! My ideal clients are those interested in a therapist who thinks outside the box, have an openness to alternative practices, and are in touch with their sensitivities. I gravitate towards those rebellious at heart and because of my various life and work experiences hold a soft spot for underserved and vulnerable communities. Some of those groups include immigrant families, families impacted by incarceration, and those included in the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and Spanish speaking communities. I am great a support for those looking to learn nervous system support for trauma, anxiety, OCD, or managing addiction.
I have over 20 years of clinical experience and have come to believe that fostering a trusting and compassionate therapeutic relationship can help us feel empowered and confident in our own healthy sense of self. As a South Asian/Indian woman who identifies as a person of color and within the LGBTQIA+ community, I recognize a need for folks to have a therapist who understands these issues. My approach is collaborative, client-centered, strength-based, and solution-focused. Mazu Master, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
I have over 20 years of clinical experience and have come to believe that fostering a trusting and compassionate therapeutic relationship can help us feel empowered and confident in our own healthy sense of self. As a South Asian/Indian woman who identifies as a person of color and within the LGBTQIA+ community, I recognize a need for folks to have a therapist who understands these issues. My approach is collaborative, client-centered, strength-based, and solution-focused. Mazu Master, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
As a licensed clinical social worker in California, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationship dynamics, self esteem, body issues, and personal growth. My practice centers radical tolerance, creating an affirming, compassionate, and culturally responsive safe space.
As a licensed clinical social worker in California, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationship dynamics, self esteem, body issues, and personal growth. My practice centers radical tolerance, creating an affirming, compassionate, and culturally responsive safe space.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years of experience working with a wide range of clients with diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic work utilizes my background in cognitive neuroscience to help clients learn to set healthy boundaries, practice acceptance, regulate emotions, explore trust dynamics, and tap into purpose. My specialties include anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, and Black Wellness. I used empirically supported treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years of experience working with a wide range of clients with diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic work utilizes my background in cognitive neuroscience to help clients learn to set healthy boundaries, practice acceptance, regulate emotions, explore trust dynamics, and tap into purpose. My specialties include anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, and Black Wellness. I used empirically supported treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Tried therapy before and didn't quite help? Therapy helped before, but still struggling? I see people seeking support for many difficulties, including: imposter syndrome, self-esteem, boundaries, vulnerability, excessive guilt and shame, communication skills, difficulty asking for help or saying "no," and more. Reducing self-judgment will help you to make better decisions that are aligned with your core values. I have been in the mental health field for over 20 years and I also offer skills training workshops nationwide and world wide to organizations on topics such as conflict resolution, mindfulness, and other potential topics.
Tried therapy before and didn't quite help? Therapy helped before, but still struggling? I see people seeking support for many difficulties, including: imposter syndrome, self-esteem, boundaries, vulnerability, excessive guilt and shame, communication skills, difficulty asking for help or saying "no," and more. Reducing self-judgment will help you to make better decisions that are aligned with your core values. I have been in the mental health field for over 20 years and I also offer skills training workshops nationwide and world wide to organizations on topics such as conflict resolution, mindfulness, and other potential topics.
You’re capable of more, yet something won't click. Maybe it’s follow-through — you start strong then lose the thread. Maybe you’re stuck between where you are and where you know you could be.
I work with men navigating ADHD, life transitions, or a sense of spinning their wheels, who want more than coping strategies. My approach isn’t manualized. I read what’s happening in your words, your body, your pacing, and we build the work around what you need. Often it’s somatic/emotion-based in practice: I’m tracking what’s underneath the talking, not just content.
Therapy with me is not docile; it's collaborative and nonjudgmental.
You’re capable of more, yet something won't click. Maybe it’s follow-through — you start strong then lose the thread. Maybe you’re stuck between where you are and where you know you could be.
I work with men navigating ADHD, life transitions, or a sense of spinning their wheels, who want more than coping strategies. My approach isn’t manualized. I read what’s happening in your words, your body, your pacing, and we build the work around what you need. Often it’s somatic/emotion-based in practice: I’m tracking what’s underneath the talking, not just content.
Therapy with me is not docile; it's collaborative and nonjudgmental.
People I work with are often required to over-functioning while managing the challenges of being under-resourced. They can feel pressured, even obligated, to show up strong and capable on the outside, even when they don’t feel that way underneath. Often stretched thin, they may have little space for rest and can feel depleted of their natural resilience. I offer an inclusive, affirming space where a person can be understood without judgment and begin the work of healing. Here, you are supported in strengthening your sense of self, building emotional safety, and living more fully in alignment with your values.
People I work with are often required to over-functioning while managing the challenges of being under-resourced. They can feel pressured, even obligated, to show up strong and capable on the outside, even when they don’t feel that way underneath. Often stretched thin, they may have little space for rest and can feel depleted of their natural resilience. I offer an inclusive, affirming space where a person can be understood without judgment and begin the work of healing. Here, you are supported in strengthening your sense of self, building emotional safety, and living more fully in alignment with your values.
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