Couples Counseling Therapists in Petaluma, CA
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Sandy Peace
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
If you are ready for change in your life therapy is a great catalyst! I am an integrative therapist utilizing a variety of modalities tailored to individuals', partners', and groups' needs: mindfulness, somatic, CBT, DBT, EMDR, brief psychodynamic, existential, humanistic, and relational. I work with a wide range of presenting concerns such as: identity development, life transitions,
relationship
enhancement, empowered communication, family issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar, personality disorders, addiction, sexuality, sexual orientation, gender identity, polyamory/open relationships.

Elizabeth Harding
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
12 Endorsed
Verified
12 Endorsed
Making changes in your personal life and in relationships can be hard even when you recognize that change is needed. Through the process of therapy, we can work together on how to you can make these changes. My role as a therapist is to support my clients in navigating relationships successfully, increasing self-esteem, understanding themselves on a deeper level, and exploring their past to better understand its current impact. I work with adults,
couples
, and teens ages 15+.
Not accepting new clients

Tom Cicciarelli, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have 20+ years experience providing psychotherapy services to individual adults of all ages in the Bay Area. My training and experience provide me with expertise in treating a wide range of problems including; depression, anxiety,
relationship
problems, workplace stress, and issues related to trauma. I have extensive experience in geriatric mental health, and provide expert mental health services to older adults and their families. I also have extensive experience working with younger adults facing
relationship
issues, depression, and anxiety.

Dr. Das Gupta- Workshop: Finding The Right Romantic Partner
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSc, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr Das Gupta PhD, MFT has a specialty in trauma and has worked with many people over the past 20 years to help them reach a level of satisfaction with their lives that they hadn’t had before. Currently she is running short workshops dealing with
relationship
Issues and how to find the right romantic
partner
. Please see group details or email Dr Das Gupta

Daniela Koromzay
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My aim is to help you connect with your authentic self, to facilitate the natural expression of peace and happiness, and to honor your deepest nature. Together we will bring gentle attention to the mind, body, and spirit, and in so doing, begin to unwind old beliefs and patterns that no longer serve your highest good. I integrate somatic awareness, self-inquiry, imagination, mindfulness, EMDR, Internal Family Systems theory, and attention to the therapeutic
relationship
, with the goal of helping you move towards greater happiness and well being.

Rachel Braun
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you feeling that you’re not able to truly be yourself around your family, friends or your
partner
? Does it feel like there is not enough space for your wants and needs when you’re with others? Or maybe you’re wondering, who am I outside of work or my relationships? If so, you’ve already taken a major step in looking for a therapist to support you. I specialize in working with feelings of low self-confidence and low self-esteem, dysfunctional family dynamics, codependency, and creating and maintaining boundaries.

Gretchen Kishbaugh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, providing individual,
couples
, and family therapy, play therapy, and parenting consultation. If you're looking for a safe and supportive place in which to explore your concerns, I offer careful listening and collaborative engagement in the service of working toward your goals. People seek psychotherapy for many reasons. Some want help with specific problems such as depression,
relationship
conflict, or concern about a child. Others feel stuck in problematic patterns that cause emotional distress, interfere with their ability to connect with others, or hinder their ability to find fulfillment in life.

Marty Schwebel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
The road to inner freedom begins with the decision to not walk alone. Inviting the right support helps you gain insights to reach your goals and destiny. You may be dealing with past trauma, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem, or looking to find a life-
partner
, preparing for marriage, or seeking to enrich existing relationships. Whatever your path, I invite you to reach out and let me walk with you. Meet me at my office, or from the comfort of your home via video counseling.

Chanda Rankin
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a seasoned clinician with 25+ years of clinical experience. I see individual adults (18+) seeking help for a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, emotional trauma,
relationship
difficulties,
partner
betrayal, unresolved family of origin conflict, drug and alcohol use/addiction/recovery, grief and loss. Specialties: 1) substance use, from experimentation to long-term sobriety, including those affected by someone's use in the past or present, and 2) creativity and performing arts. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT), and
partner
betrayal specialist candidate (CCPS).

Carole Ann Cassidy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
Also, I am trained in
Couples
Therapy from the renowned
Couples
Institute in Menlo Park.
Do you feel stuck? Would you like to make changes in your life, but aren't sure how? My practice is devoted to helping you get unstuck, find answers, gain personal insight and increase satisfaction in your life. I will help you make important shifts in your life and find increased happiness with yourself and your relationships. My objective is to connect with you, understand what happened to you, and your needs and goals. I am from Palo Alto where I lived most of my live and now residing in Petaluma. I offer virtual sessions by Zoom, FaceTime, or phone.

Dr. Mitch and Lisa Private Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Four 75 Minute Private
Couples
/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Does Not Work). During these 4 to 6 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our
Couples
that have Successfully Completed Our
Couples
Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

Donald Wallach
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Does your
partner
ignore what you say, just not hearing your needs? Do you suffer in your
relationship
, longing for a more loving connection? Find out how to stop bickering and make the changes it takes, to have a happier
relationship
. Are you feeling unloved, distant, and lonely in your marriage? Do you feel tension when he/she enters the room? If you answered "yes" to either of these questions, it may mean you've missed earlier warning signs that something is off track in your marriage. There is help for marriages that are losing passion, connection and love. Contact me if you want to talk about your marriage.
Not accepting new clients

Sharman Cippa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT
Verified
Verified
It takes courage to take the first step toward healing, change and growth. I have a compassionate, warm, non-judgmental style and a deep respect for your inner strengths, wisdom and healing capacity. Building a safe, genuine
relationship
with my clients is the cornerstone for healing in therapy. I look forward to listening intently to your concerns and working collaboratively with you to help you clarify and reach your goals. With an interactive approach, I offer practical skills to help with issues related to stress, loss, relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, phase of life challenges and psycho-spiritual issues.

Sierra Poppe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with clients ages 13 and above, individuals, families and
couples
. Primarily, I work with clients experiencing issues with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-harm, identity development, parenting issues, parent/child relationships, alcohol/drug abuse by teens and adults, recovery and rehab issues and reestablishment in the family, codependence (and family members affected by ones substance use), bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem,
relationship
issues, supporting medication management, as well as many other concerns.

Christina M Ingenito
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
If you are facing a transition, coping with a
relationship
challenge, grappling with career questions, grieving a loss, living with anxiety or depression, caring for aging parents, facing your own life-threatening illness, looking for meaning or purpose, asking yourself: "Is this all there is?" - I can help you find your true north again.
Life is about relationships. I specialize in relational issues, which includes self, loved ones, the community, and the greater world. I see psychotherapy as a process which deepens one's self awareness to improve those relationships, offering greater capacity for ease, joy and freedom. I see the therapeutic
relationship
as a place to practice those new skills. My role is a compassionate listener and a skillful, respectful guide as we collaboratively work towards your wholeness and healing. I bring care, authentic presence, and curiosity into our work, and I am committed to creating a safe, welcoming place where you can learn, grow, stretch and heal.

Alexis Crissey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
With a collaborative, creative and strengths-focused approach, I provide counseling to adults, teens,
couples
& families. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression,
relationship
issues, trauma, impulsive behaviors, grief & loss, ADHD, and issues related to life transitions. I integrate strategies from short-term, practical therapy approaches with in-depth, relational approaches to form a flexible treatment tailored to the strengths, needs and goals of each client. My approach to therapy aims to not only reduce symptoms and problematic behaviors, but also aims for improvement within clients insight, self-esteem, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Jim Matto-Shepard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in
couples
therapy and in integrating mind, body and spirit with individuals.
I bring 30 years of psychological and spiritual experience to therapy. My style is present, heart-felt, relational, direct and effective. Currently I am only accepting referrals for men interested in group and
couples
who wants guidance toward creating an exceptional and conscious
relationship
grounded in a psycho-spiritual understanding of life. I work in longer blocks of time (such as three hour or whole day sessions) instead of a weekly therapy model. I am also a consultant for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and work as a ketamine-facilitated therapist and trainer.

David Gottlieb
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS
Verified
Verified
Let me help you to lean into being the best version of yourself. Individuals, including adults and teens, and
couples
come to my practice with a wide range of problem areas of their lives including anxiety, depression, anger,
relationship
dynamics, parenting, ADHD, and learning differences. I will work with you at your pace with empathy, respect, humor, and evidence-based techniques to help you develop the tools and perspectives you need to make the changes you want to lead a more satisfying life.
Not accepting new clients

Carol Oppenheimer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Is your teen anxious, withdrawn, or engaging in behaviors that concern you? Is your child experiencing difficulty in school, with friendships, or managing their emotions? Young people often express their needs and emotions differently than adults, and it can be difficult for parents to understand or know what to do. In my practice, I help young people process what they are experiencing, and help parents understand and feel confident supporting their child's growth and development. In addition, I have extensive experience working with adults struggling with transitions,
relationship
issues, anxiety, and depression.

Margaret (Maggie) Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Seeking change is an act bravery. Deepening into self-awareness can be a challenge at times, yet has the potential to be so rewarding. I work with
Couples
and Adults. Majority of my experience has been with complex trauma, anxiety, depression,
relationship
issues, grief/loss, identity issues, and addiction.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.