In Person Therapists in Pleasant Hill, CA
Have you been thinking about therapy but are unsure or afraid?Have you been deterred by stories of therapy with no results?Therapy can be intimidating, that is why I focus on a welcoming, goal oriented approach that builds a collaborative relationship.I believe in RESULTS and achieving them through an individualized plan, that uses specific GOALS and objectives. To achieve this I use my certifications/education in several approaches, as well as a vast referral network. I am deeply committed to 1 goal:for you to live your best life.In my 25+years I've witnessed the power of therapy to achieve the happiness you deserve.
Have you been thinking about therapy but are unsure or afraid?Have you been deterred by stories of therapy with no results?Therapy can be intimidating, that is why I focus on a welcoming, goal oriented approach that builds a collaborative relationship.I believe in RESULTS and achieving them through an individualized plan, that uses specific GOALS and objectives. To achieve this I use my certifications/education in several approaches, as well as a vast referral network. I am deeply committed to 1 goal:for you to live your best life.In my 25+years I've witnessed the power of therapy to achieve the happiness you deserve.
I believe that challenges, emotional pain and even struggling in the face of lifes' obstacles is the norm and not the exception, and that everyone would benefit from professional, individualized emotional support. If you are facing life transitions, such as starting a family, moving or immigration, or dealing with other challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger issues or conflict with others, I can help provide support and facilitate growth and adjustment to whatever life throws at you. I have experience working with adolescents and preteens as well as with adults and families.
I believe that challenges, emotional pain and even struggling in the face of lifes' obstacles is the norm and not the exception, and that everyone would benefit from professional, individualized emotional support. If you are facing life transitions, such as starting a family, moving or immigration, or dealing with other challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger issues or conflict with others, I can help provide support and facilitate growth and adjustment to whatever life throws at you. I have experience working with adolescents and preteens as well as with adults and families.
I see therapy primarily as a process of self exploration which allows you to understand yourself better. Greater self awareness can help you either make different choices or experience where you are from a place of greater acceptance. We all had to go through a process to learn how to drive a car. Somehow we expect ourselves to figure out how to navigate our lives without fully understanding what drives us, how to get where we want to go, where the potholes are and how to avoid them. Before any of this can happen, you have to become more familiar with yourself through self exploration. My work is both thoughtful and practical.
I see therapy primarily as a process of self exploration which allows you to understand yourself better. Greater self awareness can help you either make different choices or experience where you are from a place of greater acceptance. We all had to go through a process to learn how to drive a car. Somehow we expect ourselves to figure out how to navigate our lives without fully understanding what drives us, how to get where we want to go, where the potholes are and how to avoid them. Before any of this can happen, you have to become more familiar with yourself through self exploration. My work is both thoughtful and practical.
Dr. Nicolle Ionascu offers comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to a wide demographic age range focusing on in-depth treatment and therapeutic recommendations.
Dr. Nicolle Ionascu offers comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to a wide demographic age range focusing on in-depth treatment and therapeutic recommendations.
Christine Wells
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Waitlist for new clients
I prefer to offer therapy sessions in person.
I consider it an honor to walk with you as you navigate the challenges and obstacles that life has thrown your way. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, struggle with anxiety, feel stressed, are having relationship problems, or are experiencing depression. Working with adults, I am able to support you with life challenges in your relationship or work, coping with loss, aging, parenting, and any number of events that might be causing you to feel anxious, worried, or at a crossroads in life.
I prefer to offer therapy sessions in person.
I consider it an honor to walk with you as you navigate the challenges and obstacles that life has thrown your way. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, struggle with anxiety, feel stressed, are having relationship problems, or are experiencing depression. Working with adults, I am able to support you with life challenges in your relationship or work, coping with loss, aging, parenting, and any number of events that might be causing you to feel anxious, worried, or at a crossroads in life.
Women who are ready to thrive in the transitions of life. Thoughtful, culturally responsive therapy for women seeking clarity, healing, and lasting change. You don't have to navigate this season alone.
Women who are ready to thrive in the transitions of life. Thoughtful, culturally responsive therapy for women seeking clarity, healing, and lasting change. You don't have to navigate this season alone.
Thank you for stopping to read my Introductory Information. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 20 years of experience, who believes in providing Integrative Care for those I treat within a diverse population. I utilize an array of treatment modalities that may be applied to your specific needs. My services are Client Centered, with a focus on developing specific treatment goals and objectives. Care is always personalized and culturally sensitive. Treatment modalities offered include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Communications Therapy, Mindfulness, and DBT.
Thank you for stopping to read my Introductory Information. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 20 years of experience, who believes in providing Integrative Care for those I treat within a diverse population. I utilize an array of treatment modalities that may be applied to your specific needs. My services are Client Centered, with a focus on developing specific treatment goals and objectives. Care is always personalized and culturally sensitive. Treatment modalities offered include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Communications Therapy, Mindfulness, and DBT.
I offer therapy virtually and in person, and am available afternoons and evenings.
There are no easy fixes to complex problems. Therapy is a place for you, a safe space to connect, heal, release, receive support, and share things that have never been shared. The psychological theories and counseling skills from graduate school and (EFCT trainings) helped a lot, but my own life experience has also been an important source of learning. I am in this role to help and support you with whatever has been holding you back. Whether that is relationship challenges, career stress, parenting, or childhood trauma, we will explore it and find a path forward together.
I offer therapy virtually and in person, and am available afternoons and evenings.
There are no easy fixes to complex problems. Therapy is a place for you, a safe space to connect, heal, release, receive support, and share things that have never been shared. The psychological theories and counseling skills from graduate school and (EFCT trainings) helped a lot, but my own life experience has also been an important source of learning. I am in this role to help and support you with whatever has been holding you back. Whether that is relationship challenges, career stress, parenting, or childhood trauma, we will explore it and find a path forward together.
Hello! I’m Emilio, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping you navigate life’s complexities with confidence. With over 15 years of experience across County Human Services and Public Health sectors, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, families, and individuals from all walks of life.
Whether you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the profound weight of trauma and grief, I am here to provide a steady hand.
Hello! I’m Emilio, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping you navigate life’s complexities with confidence. With over 15 years of experience across County Human Services and Public Health sectors, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children, families, and individuals from all walks of life.
Whether you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the profound weight of trauma and grief, I am here to provide a steady hand.
I am offering In-Person, and Telehealth sessions, M-S from 9 am-8 pm.
Whether it's the weight of external pressures or the depth of internal emotions, reaching out for support requires immense bravery in the face of hardship. I extend my hand to offer you a safe haven, free from judgment, where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and fears. Together, we'll uncover fresh avenues to conquer these challenges. I am a compassionate, and thoughtful listener, and my ultimate objective is to empower you. We will use your strengths to initiate a transformative journey to understand and break through the barriers holding you back.
I am offering In-Person, and Telehealth sessions, M-S from 9 am-8 pm.
Whether it's the weight of external pressures or the depth of internal emotions, reaching out for support requires immense bravery in the face of hardship. I extend my hand to offer you a safe haven, free from judgment, where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and fears. Together, we'll uncover fresh avenues to conquer these challenges. I am a compassionate, and thoughtful listener, and my ultimate objective is to empower you. We will use your strengths to initiate a transformative journey to understand and break through the barriers holding you back.
Redemption Songs Family Therapy: Jessica Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
2 Endorsed
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
I offer an inclusive, authentic, safe space with in person/virtual appointments so you can begin your journey in being the person you know you are.
I work from a strengths based perspective, self-esteem based, view all interactions as forms of communication and that we as people want to be our best selves. Since each person is unique, I value getting to know what success means to you and explore how we can get there. I focus on youth, adolescent, and families challenges. I provide equine therapy.
I offer an inclusive, authentic, safe space with in person/virtual appointments so you can begin your journey in being the person you know you are.
I work from a strengths based perspective, self-esteem based, view all interactions as forms of communication and that we as people want to be our best selves. Since each person is unique, I value getting to know what success means to you and explore how we can get there. I focus on youth, adolescent, and families challenges. I provide equine therapy.
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
Are you seeking to dive deeper into finding awareness & meaning in life? I work with both children & adults in the areas of developmental trauma, PTSD, child-parent relationship issues & disordered eating issues. I have a background working in both patient & outpatient settings. I bring ability to work with more complicated If you are looking to find someone to help process these difficulties through holistic healing please give a call to see if we are a good fit.
I am passionate about helping women, men, and adolescents reconnect to their truest, most authentic selves. Whether you are struggling with trauma reminders, addiction, relationship dysfunction, battered self-esteem, or cycles of depression and anxiety, I'm here to help.
I am passionate about helping women, men, and adolescents reconnect to their truest, most authentic selves. Whether you are struggling with trauma reminders, addiction, relationship dysfunction, battered self-esteem, or cycles of depression and anxiety, I'm here to help.
I'm available for in person appointments Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Feeling like talking with someone to get some relief and support? You have taken an important first step in finding a therapist that's right for you. I work with children, adolescents, parents, and adults who are experiencing issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and relationship struggles. I am here to help you face these challenges in a comfortable and nurturing way.
I'm available for in person appointments Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Feeling like talking with someone to get some relief and support? You have taken an important first step in finding a therapist that's right for you. I work with children, adolescents, parents, and adults who are experiencing issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and relationship struggles. I am here to help you face these challenges in a comfortable and nurturing way.
In-person sessions in Pleasant Hill and virtual across CA.
You’ve been holding a lot, and it’s starting to feel like too much. I work with women in Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and the East Bay who are navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Using EMDR and talk therapy, we’ll gently make sense of what you’ve been carrying so you can feel more grounded, more confident, and more like yourself again. You don’t have to do this alone.
In-person sessions in Pleasant Hill and virtual across CA.
You’ve been holding a lot, and it’s starting to feel like too much. I work with women in Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek, and the East Bay who are navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Using EMDR and talk therapy, we’ll gently make sense of what you’ve been carrying so you can feel more grounded, more confident, and more like yourself again. You don’t have to do this alone.
I have been in private practice for over 30 years. I have had extensive experience with ethnically diverse women, men, couples, Veterans and immigrants, from young to older adults. I work with issues, such as depression, anxiety, relationships, marriage, work, disability, aging, loss, bereavement, identity and cross cultural/bi-cultural conflict. I am interested in exploring these issues through a dynamic process of understanding your emotional life and thoughts; and, how it manifests in your behavior in the world. Available for clinical consultation or supervising licensing hours. By appointment: Office, phone or virtual.
I have been in private practice for over 30 years. I have had extensive experience with ethnically diverse women, men, couples, Veterans and immigrants, from young to older adults. I work with issues, such as depression, anxiety, relationships, marriage, work, disability, aging, loss, bereavement, identity and cross cultural/bi-cultural conflict. I am interested in exploring these issues through a dynamic process of understanding your emotional life and thoughts; and, how it manifests in your behavior in the world. Available for clinical consultation or supervising licensing hours. By appointment: Office, phone or virtual.
Doug Ronning, Psychotherapy and RPG Group Events
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RDT-BCT
4 Endorsed
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Therapy via online secure video or in-person at my comfortable office.
As your therapist, I endeavor to: Listen deeply and responsively. Provide a safe and nonjudgmental space that supports useful risk-taking and change. Offer creative explorations that are specific to you and related to your therapeutic goals. Present you with tools drawn from neuroscience, HRV biofeedback, and traditional schools of psychology.
Therapy via online secure video or in-person at my comfortable office.
As your therapist, I endeavor to: Listen deeply and responsively. Provide a safe and nonjudgmental space that supports useful risk-taking and change. Offer creative explorations that are specific to you and related to your therapeutic goals. Present you with tools drawn from neuroscience, HRV biofeedback, and traditional schools of psychology.
Audrey Silverman Foote
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP™
2 Endorsed
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
I work online with clients in CA, and am available for in person and online therapy with clients in WI.
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice in the East Bay for over 30 years, providing psychotherapy for adults, couples, families, adolescents, and groups. I work from a holistic perspective, creating a safe environment to encourage the therapeutic process. I specialize in working with: relationship issues, recovery from sexual, physical, and emotional abuse and other childhood traumas; depression; anxiety, low self esteem; codependency issues; parenting concerns; compulsive eating patterns; body image dissatisfaction, chronic illness, and perinatal loss. I integrate in-depth psychotherapy with EMDR, Expressive Arts Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Jungian Sand Tray, and Dream Work.
I work online with clients in CA, and am available for in person and online therapy with clients in WI.
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice in the East Bay for over 30 years, providing psychotherapy for adults, couples, families, adolescents, and groups. I work from a holistic perspective, creating a safe environment to encourage the therapeutic process. I specialize in working with: relationship issues, recovery from sexual, physical, and emotional abuse and other childhood traumas; depression; anxiety, low self esteem; codependency issues; parenting concerns; compulsive eating patterns; body image dissatisfaction, chronic illness, and perinatal loss. I integrate in-depth psychotherapy with EMDR, Expressive Arts Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Jungian Sand Tray, and Dream Work.
I offer online and in person sessions ; I am available most weekdays.
CURRENT OPENINGS Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who utilizes an integrative and collaborative approach to create a strong alliance with each individual. I provide a holding space that fosters healing through self-awareness and building insight. My style is respectful, compassionate, and direct. I have extensive experience with goal-oriented approaches, as well as a deep understanding for how social and cultural contexts impact our lives. In addition, my work is influenced by psychoanalytic theory and attachment theory, and is informed by an awareness of trauma, including complex and inter-generational trauma.
I offer online and in person sessions ; I am available most weekdays.
CURRENT OPENINGS Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who utilizes an integrative and collaborative approach to create a strong alliance with each individual. I provide a holding space that fosters healing through self-awareness and building insight. My style is respectful, compassionate, and direct. I have extensive experience with goal-oriented approaches, as well as a deep understanding for how social and cultural contexts impact our lives. In addition, my work is influenced by psychoanalytic theory and attachment theory, and is informed by an awareness of trauma, including complex and inter-generational trauma.
Are you feeling anxious, frustrated, overwhelmed—or just not like yourself? Maybe you're successful on paper—but still feel unfulfilled, numb, or disconnected. You're not alone. I help professionals in high-pressure fields like tech & engineering who are battling depression, burnout, anxiety, or life transitions. If you want more than just venting, I offer practical tools and real progress. Together, we’ll reduce symptoms, gain clarity, and reconnect you with purpose, motivation, & joy—and even fit in some humor along the way. Many clients report feeling immediate relief after our first session; finally feeling heard & understood.
Are you feeling anxious, frustrated, overwhelmed—or just not like yourself? Maybe you're successful on paper—but still feel unfulfilled, numb, or disconnected. You're not alone. I help professionals in high-pressure fields like tech & engineering who are battling depression, burnout, anxiety, or life transitions. If you want more than just venting, I offer practical tools and real progress. Together, we’ll reduce symptoms, gain clarity, and reconnect you with purpose, motivation, & joy—and even fit in some humor along the way. Many clients report feeling immediate relief after our first session; finally feeling heard & understood.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.