Stress Therapists in Oakland, CA
I specialize in helping you navigate stress, anxiety, and trauma that keeps you feeling stuck.
The shape of who we are today is heavily influenced by our childhood experiences and relationships (attachments). I know what it's like to have developed ways of protecting yourself that once kept you safe but now feel like invisible walls. The things we learned to do —to survive, to cope, to make it through—they become part of how we move through the world, even when we don't need them anymore. In therapy, we work together to gently uncover those patterns, not to blame or pathologize, but to understand the story they’re telling and how they may be keeping you stuck
I specialize in helping you navigate stress, anxiety, and trauma that keeps you feeling stuck.
The shape of who we are today is heavily influenced by our childhood experiences and relationships (attachments). I know what it's like to have developed ways of protecting yourself that once kept you safe but now feel like invisible walls. The things we learned to do —to survive, to cope, to make it through—they become part of how we move through the world, even when we don't need them anymore. In therapy, we work together to gently uncover those patterns, not to blame or pathologize, but to understand the story they’re telling and how they may be keeping you stuck
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or lost by trying to live up to others' expectations, navigate life transitions, or deal with the feeling that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel?
Founder of MindfullyWell Therapy, Lynnea Molina, believes it shouldn’t be so hard to live better, and that real change is possible with the right support. Seriously! At MindfullyWell therapy I am proud to offer culture forward compassionate, evidence-based therapy for Individuals, Teens and Couples.
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or lost by trying to live up to others' expectations, navigate life transitions, or deal with the feeling that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel?
Founder of MindfullyWell Therapy, Lynnea Molina, believes it shouldn’t be so hard to live better, and that real change is possible with the right support. Seriously! At MindfullyWell therapy I am proud to offer culture forward compassionate, evidence-based therapy for Individuals, Teens and Couples.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety problems like stress, worry or OCD as well as health problems such as illness or chronic pain.
I bring expertise in research-backed treatments including CBT, CBTi, ACT, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and am currently the site director for the Stanford based KP Empower study. I have specialized training in treatment for chronic pain (such as back pain, headache, pelvic pain.) I additionally hold a certificate from the International OCD Foundation.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in anxiety problems like stress, worry or OCD as well as health problems such as illness or chronic pain.
I bring expertise in research-backed treatments including CBT, CBTi, ACT, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and am currently the site director for the Stanford based KP Empower study. I have specialized training in treatment for chronic pain (such as back pain, headache, pelvic pain.) I additionally hold a certificate from the International OCD Foundation.
Whether you struggle to manage stress, anxiety, and/or depression, or have found the goal of creating a satisfying relationship or career to be elusive, I believe you can move past any limitations with the right help.
My clients work in a variety of professions, from artists to tech executives, and I understand the challenges of a demanding career in the modern age. I also know a great deal about the frustrations that can come with seeking a primary relationship, improving communication with a partner, or juggling work and family commitments, especially during Covid.
Whether you struggle to manage stress, anxiety, and/or depression, or have found the goal of creating a satisfying relationship or career to be elusive, I believe you can move past any limitations with the right help.
My clients work in a variety of professions, from artists to tech executives, and I understand the challenges of a demanding career in the modern age. I also know a great deal about the frustrations that can come with seeking a primary relationship, improving communication with a partner, or juggling work and family commitments, especially during Covid.
I help adults find relief from anxiety, stress, and life challenges.
If you’re juggling work, family, and relationships while trying to manage your emotions and keep it all together — you’re in the right place.
I help adults find relief from anxiety, stress, and life challenges.
If you’re juggling work, family, and relationships while trying to manage your emotions and keep it all together — you’re in the right place.
You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.
I offer trauma healing sessions grounded in Somatic Experiencing (SE), a gentle, body-based method that helps regulate the nervous system. I blend SE with somatic tracking, trauma-sensitive yoga, expressive arts, and intuitive movement. Sessions often include slow, attuned exploration of sensation, image, and movement, for greater embodied resilience.
You may feel overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.
I offer trauma healing sessions grounded in Somatic Experiencing (SE), a gentle, body-based method that helps regulate the nervous system. I blend SE with somatic tracking, trauma-sensitive yoga, expressive arts, and intuitive movement. Sessions often include slow, attuned exploration of sensation, image, and movement, for greater embodied resilience.
My areas of interest and specialty include life transitions, loss, stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, identity questions, infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting.
Psychotherapy offers us an opportunity to better understand ourselves and to create important and meaningful changes in our lives. It also offers an effective way to address questions and feelings that we may find confusing or painful. I approach this work with empathy, warmth, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit. I tailor my approach to the particular needs of each client, offering both the opportunity to reflect and explore as well as down to earth, pragmatic tools to address difficult feelings or behaviors.
My areas of interest and specialty include life transitions, loss, stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, identity questions, infertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting.
Psychotherapy offers us an opportunity to better understand ourselves and to create important and meaningful changes in our lives. It also offers an effective way to address questions and feelings that we may find confusing or painful. I approach this work with empathy, warmth, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit. I tailor my approach to the particular needs of each client, offering both the opportunity to reflect and explore as well as down to earth, pragmatic tools to address difficult feelings or behaviors.
I have an extensive background in treating clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, unresolved childhood trauma, substance abuse, identity issues, along with several other life struggles. I provide short-term therapy, trauma-informed, solution-focused therapy, and addiction recovery. I firmly believe that every client is entitled to an enriching life. My goal is to motivate clients in ascertaining their inner strengths, abilities, and inspirations.
I have an extensive background in treating clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, unresolved childhood trauma, substance abuse, identity issues, along with several other life struggles. I provide short-term therapy, trauma-informed, solution-focused therapy, and addiction recovery. I firmly believe that every client is entitled to an enriching life. My goal is to motivate clients in ascertaining their inner strengths, abilities, and inspirations.
I help individuals work through childhood trauma, manage social anxiety and stress, and improve communication.
If you're feeling exhausted by the same arguments, emotional distance, or disconnection in your relationship, you're not alone — and you don't have to stay stuck. It's time to break free from frustration and rediscover connection, understanding, and peace. No one wants to feel unhappy or unheard in their closest relationships — and that’s where I come in.
With support, guidance, and down-to-earth communication tools, I help individuals and couples work through conflict, strengthen emotional bonds, and grow into more present, supportive partners
I help individuals work through childhood trauma, manage social anxiety and stress, and improve communication.
If you're feeling exhausted by the same arguments, emotional distance, or disconnection in your relationship, you're not alone — and you don't have to stay stuck. It's time to break free from frustration and rediscover connection, understanding, and peace. No one wants to feel unhappy or unheard in their closest relationships — and that’s where I come in.
With support, guidance, and down-to-earth communication tools, I help individuals and couples work through conflict, strengthen emotional bonds, and grow into more present, supportive partners
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.
I typically work with people who feel overwhelmed because they are “on” 24/7, find it difficult to balance job and personal life.
Welcome! I am glad that you are showing up here, seeking support to deal with difficult feelings, thoughts and questions about yourself and the way your life is going. As a therapist, I hope that you will engage in a therapeutic process that will provide safety, support and space for you to delve into your questions. I hope that you will give yourself permission to explore and be curious about what you want and who you want to be in the world. Our work together may lead you towards more freedom, equanimity, hope, inner integration, and improvement in relationships. I am bi-lingual English/Spanish.
I typically work with people who feel overwhelmed because they are “on” 24/7, find it difficult to balance job and personal life.
Welcome! I am glad that you are showing up here, seeking support to deal with difficult feelings, thoughts and questions about yourself and the way your life is going. As a therapist, I hope that you will engage in a therapeutic process that will provide safety, support and space for you to delve into your questions. I hope that you will give yourself permission to explore and be curious about what you want and who you want to be in the world. Our work together may lead you towards more freedom, equanimity, hope, inner integration, and improvement in relationships. I am bi-lingual English/Spanish.
Many of the people I work with are caregivers in some form—parents, helping professionals, partners, or those others rely on. You may be the steady one for everyone else, yet privately feel anxious, depleted, or stretched thin. Over time, giving at the expense of yourself can lead to burnout, resentment, or disconnection. Therapy can be a space where you don’t have to hold it all. My work is trauma-informed and insight-oriented, grounded in a holistic understanding of mental health.
Many of the people I work with are caregivers in some form—parents, helping professionals, partners, or those others rely on. You may be the steady one for everyone else, yet privately feel anxious, depleted, or stretched thin. Over time, giving at the expense of yourself can lead to burnout, resentment, or disconnection. Therapy can be a space where you don’t have to hold it all. My work is trauma-informed and insight-oriented, grounded in a holistic understanding of mental health.
I see therapy as a practice of awareness and transformative change. In our sessions, we work together to explore your patterns, desires, and stuck places so you can move through your life with more fulfillment and ease. This work takes courage, and it's my job to make therapy a space where you can show up as your whole, imperfect self and be met with respect, openness, and care.
I see therapy as a practice of awareness and transformative change. In our sessions, we work together to explore your patterns, desires, and stuck places so you can move through your life with more fulfillment and ease. This work takes courage, and it's my job to make therapy a space where you can show up as your whole, imperfect self and be met with respect, openness, and care.
Whether it be substance abuse, grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger or something else, I believe that with the right tools we can grow from these experiences and learn to cope. I strongly believe that everyone wants, can, and has the right, to be a healthy, happy individual who can grow and be successful. However, sometimes life gives us circumstances or unexpected events that make us feel this goal is out of our reach.
Whether it be substance abuse, grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger or something else, I believe that with the right tools we can grow from these experiences and learn to cope. I strongly believe that everyone wants, can, and has the right, to be a healthy, happy individual who can grow and be successful. However, sometimes life gives us circumstances or unexpected events that make us feel this goal is out of our reach.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, mindfulness for stress reduction, managing occupational strain and psychoeducation are some of the techniques I find helpful.
My experience includes 15+ years of work with research, children (including the foster care and school system), parents, families, adults, severe mental health needs, substance abuse, crisis intervention, couples, group facilitation, psychoeducation, assessment, and occupational stress. I take pleasure in my work at Family and Child Counseling Center.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, mindfulness for stress reduction, managing occupational strain and psychoeducation are some of the techniques I find helpful.
My experience includes 15+ years of work with research, children (including the foster care and school system), parents, families, adults, severe mental health needs, substance abuse, crisis intervention, couples, group facilitation, psychoeducation, assessment, and occupational stress. I take pleasure in my work at Family and Child Counseling Center.
You may be someone who feels pulled in many directions at once: managing anxiety or self-criticism, navigating relationship stress, and striving towards personal goals, all while feeling uncertain about the next chapter of your life.
I support people navigating:
• anxiety, depression and self-criticism
• relationship & communication challenges
• LGBTQ+ related concerns
• fertility & family planning
• building confidence & clarity around choices
• major life transitions, career shifts & personal growth
My style is warm and direct, sprinkled with a good dose of humor and “real talk.”
You may be someone who feels pulled in many directions at once: managing anxiety or self-criticism, navigating relationship stress, and striving towards personal goals, all while feeling uncertain about the next chapter of your life.
I support people navigating:
• anxiety, depression and self-criticism
• relationship & communication challenges
• LGBTQ+ related concerns
• fertility & family planning
• building confidence & clarity around choices
• major life transitions, career shifts & personal growth
My style is warm and direct, sprinkled with a good dose of humor and “real talk.”
Hello, I'm glad you're here! Taking the first step and reaching out can often seem overwhelming, but all success starts with small steps. My expertise is working with individuals to develop skills that will assist them with navigating through life. Often, it can be helpful to have someone walk with you. You are the expert of your life. You have inherent strengths that are used daily. My role is to build upon these strengths through evidence-based practices in a non-judgmental space.
Hello, I'm glad you're here! Taking the first step and reaching out can often seem overwhelming, but all success starts with small steps. My expertise is working with individuals to develop skills that will assist them with navigating through life. Often, it can be helpful to have someone walk with you. You are the expert of your life. You have inherent strengths that are used daily. My role is to build upon these strengths through evidence-based practices in a non-judgmental space.
Sometimes, however, things can happen that cause us to get lost, stuck, and overwhelmed.
I holistically approach therapy: I am interested in a person's well-being rather than only focusing on the situations they bring. I utilize a combination of therapy styles to work flexibly with each client based on their unique needs and goals.
Sometimes, however, things can happen that cause us to get lost, stuck, and overwhelmed.
I holistically approach therapy: I am interested in a person's well-being rather than only focusing on the situations they bring. I utilize a combination of therapy styles to work flexibly with each client based on their unique needs and goals.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety in everyday life (related to relationships, work stress, or life transitions) as well as anxiety stemming from specific concerns such as panic attacks, OCD, or phobias like driving and flying.
My style is warm and collaborative. I encourage self-compassion while also gently challenging patterns that may be keeping you stuck. I am flexible about session structure, depending on your needs. I can effectively guide treatment towards specific goals (for OCD/phobias) and I also see the value in slower talk therapy sessions where you take the lead.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety in everyday life (related to relationships, work stress, or life transitions) as well as anxiety stemming from specific concerns such as panic attacks, OCD, or phobias like driving and flying.
My style is warm and collaborative. I encourage self-compassion while also gently challenging patterns that may be keeping you stuck. I am flexible about session structure, depending on your needs. I can effectively guide treatment towards specific goals (for OCD/phobias) and I also see the value in slower talk therapy sessions where you take the lead.
Whether you are experiencing life transitions, work stress, relationship challenges, anxiety, imposter syndrome, grief or other challenges-I am here to partner with you to help you live your best life.
I work with individuals 11+ who are ready to dive in and do the work. I don't believe that you need to wait until there is a problem in your life to see a therapist. I also don't believe that you need to be in therapy all of your life. I want to help you process and help you build the skills so that you can learn how to deal with life stressors on your own.
Whether you are experiencing life transitions, work stress, relationship challenges, anxiety, imposter syndrome, grief or other challenges-I am here to partner with you to help you live your best life.
I work with individuals 11+ who are ready to dive in and do the work. I don't believe that you need to wait until there is a problem in your life to see a therapist. I also don't believe that you need to be in therapy all of your life. I want to help you process and help you build the skills so that you can learn how to deal with life stressors on your own.
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