Therapists in San Leandro, CA

Valerie Doyle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Leandro, CA 94578
Not accepting new clients
It takes courage and strength to embrace healing, to create change, to experience deeper intimacy and to grow personally and spiritually. I believe that people are uniquely equipped in what they need to create both the life and relationships they want. In collaboration with you, we will work together to resolve any roadblocks and develop the tools to create both the life and relationships you desire. A quality that defines my practice is the ability to help people feel accepted and able to open up to share and explore what is on their heart and mind.
It takes courage and strength to embrace healing, to create change, to experience deeper intimacy and to grow personally and spiritually. I believe that people are uniquely equipped in what they need to create both the life and relationships they want. In collaboration with you, we will work together to resolve any roadblocks and develop the tools to create both the life and relationships you desire. A quality that defines my practice is the ability to help people feel accepted and able to open up to share and explore what is on their heart and mind.

Our team of clinician's approach is to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients when they are facing emotionally traumatic events in their lives such as depression, anxiety, domestic violence , sexual abuse or substance use disorders. We take a proactive approach to our client's emotional healing by drawing on their individual strengths and guiding them to become collaborators of their own healing. We focus on supporting client to make healthy decisions that can help them feel empowered despite the impact of the events they have experienced.
Our team of clinician's approach is to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients when they are facing emotionally traumatic events in their lives such as depression, anxiety, domestic violence , sexual abuse or substance use disorders. We take a proactive approach to our client's emotional healing by drawing on their individual strengths and guiding them to become collaborators of their own healing. We focus on supporting client to make healthy decisions that can help them feel empowered despite the impact of the events they have experienced.

I believe that people are resilient with many talents and special attributes that can many times get ignored, silenced, rejected or neglected. Experiences of rejection, neglect, or discrimination may lead us to deny our true selves or feel fearful to be our authentic selves. When we do not get to be our true selves, we may find that we are moving away from the things that bring us joy and peace. In my practice, I strive to foster a compassionate, non-judgmental space to support you in doing the courageous work of shedding unhelpful patterns, narratives and/or traumas that may be preventing you from living authentically.
I believe that people are resilient with many talents and special attributes that can many times get ignored, silenced, rejected or neglected. Experiences of rejection, neglect, or discrimination may lead us to deny our true selves or feel fearful to be our authentic selves. When we do not get to be our true selves, we may find that we are moving away from the things that bring us joy and peace. In my practice, I strive to foster a compassionate, non-judgmental space to support you in doing the courageous work of shedding unhelpful patterns, narratives and/or traumas that may be preventing you from living authentically.

I believe you're the expert. You know where you’ve been and what you ultimately need, and you may just need a little support finding your way. My job is to help you find those undiscovered parts of yourself, and support you to move toward a more fulfilling and peaceful life.
I believe you're the expert. You know where you’ve been and what you ultimately need, and you may just need a little support finding your way. My job is to help you find those undiscovered parts of yourself, and support you to move toward a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

Hi, welcome. I am so glad you are here exploring and seeking support. My name is Dinaba, and I hope reading this will help you move forward in the process. We all can benefit from someone who can listen, motivate and challenge us without judgment. We were made for connection, so needing support through life’s challenges and changes is natural. Whether you are facing a change in life, feeling stuck in a funk, or simply unable to communicate your feelings and needs- I want you to know you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
Hi, welcome. I am so glad you are here exploring and seeking support. My name is Dinaba, and I hope reading this will help you move forward in the process. We all can benefit from someone who can listen, motivate and challenge us without judgment. We were made for connection, so needing support through life’s challenges and changes is natural. Whether you are facing a change in life, feeling stuck in a funk, or simply unable to communicate your feelings and needs- I want you to know you don’t have to face these challenges alone.

Are you navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression and seeking a space where you feel truly understood? Many of my clients face challenges rooted in life transitions, cultural identity, or systemic pressures. As an African American woman from the Bay Area, I bring cultural sensitivity and empathy to my work, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.
Are you navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, or depression and seeking a space where you feel truly understood? Many of my clients face challenges rooted in life transitions, cultural identity, or systemic pressures. As an African American woman from the Bay Area, I bring cultural sensitivity and empathy to my work, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing and growth.

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with 25 years’ experience providing assessment services and psychotherapy to a wide range of clients with a variety of presenting problems (licensed in California and Oregon). I specialize in conducting individual therapy with clients who are seeking to understand and change entrenched patterns underlying their mental health symptoms, unfulfilling relationships, and poor academic and occupational performance.I
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with 25 years’ experience providing assessment services and psychotherapy to a wide range of clients with a variety of presenting problems (licensed in California and Oregon). I specialize in conducting individual therapy with clients who are seeking to understand and change entrenched patterns underlying their mental health symptoms, unfulfilling relationships, and poor academic and occupational performance.I

You deserve to be seen, heard, and deeply understood. I offer a compassionate, affirming space where you can explore your dreams, identity, challenges, and needs without fear of judgment. My work centers on supporting individuals as they navigate the nuanced realities of race, gender, sexuality, identity and relationship. My work is rooted in cultural humility and empathy, honoring your lived experience. I specialize in supporting Black, POC, Queer, and neurodivergent individuals, recognizing how intersecting identities shape mental health. Together, we’ll build a healing relationship based on trust, authenticity, and mutual growth.
You deserve to be seen, heard, and deeply understood. I offer a compassionate, affirming space where you can explore your dreams, identity, challenges, and needs without fear of judgment. My work centers on supporting individuals as they navigate the nuanced realities of race, gender, sexuality, identity and relationship. My work is rooted in cultural humility and empathy, honoring your lived experience. I specialize in supporting Black, POC, Queer, and neurodivergent individuals, recognizing how intersecting identities shape mental health. Together, we’ll build a healing relationship based on trust, authenticity, and mutual growth.

I am a thought leader and teacher and I share the knowledge I have acquired through formal education and life experience. I view therapy as a spiritual path to expand, grow, and evolve as a human being. I will guide you to an awareness and understanding of your thoughts and underlying beliefs which contribute to your actions and decision making. I use a holistic approach that is warm and supportive for Individuals, couples, families and other forms of relationships. Together we'll establish an environment for you to develop the strengths and strategies which will guide you to goal achievement.
I am a thought leader and teacher and I share the knowledge I have acquired through formal education and life experience. I view therapy as a spiritual path to expand, grow, and evolve as a human being. I will guide you to an awareness and understanding of your thoughts and underlying beliefs which contribute to your actions and decision making. I use a holistic approach that is warm and supportive for Individuals, couples, families and other forms of relationships. Together we'll establish an environment for you to develop the strengths and strategies which will guide you to goal achievement.

I’m Dahlia Case, a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience working with individuals across diverse backgrounds and challenges.
I take an eclectic, client-centered approach. I’m passionate about helping you not just believe change is possible, but to support you in making it happen. My sessions are interactive, and I focus on the connection between your thoughts and behaviors.
Described as empathically direct and grounding, I prioritize understanding the “why” behind your behaviors, not just coping with them. I use humor, honesty, and authenticity to create a space where you feel comfortable exploring deeper patterns.
I’m Dahlia Case, a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience working with individuals across diverse backgrounds and challenges.
I take an eclectic, client-centered approach. I’m passionate about helping you not just believe change is possible, but to support you in making it happen. My sessions are interactive, and I focus on the connection between your thoughts and behaviors.
Described as empathically direct and grounding, I prioritize understanding the “why” behind your behaviors, not just coping with them. I use humor, honesty, and authenticity to create a space where you feel comfortable exploring deeper patterns.

You have goals that you want to achieve to make your life better. I help people find solutions to manage anger, anxiety, depression, and chaos. I respect your innate ability to heal. I use many practical techniques to teach you to get your life back on track so that you won't need me anymore. I work with couples and other relationships to reduce the intensity of conflict and to reestablish and deepen intimacy through teaching targeted tools that make communication easier. I have found that improving your relationships directly improves your mental health.
You have goals that you want to achieve to make your life better. I help people find solutions to manage anger, anxiety, depression, and chaos. I respect your innate ability to heal. I use many practical techniques to teach you to get your life back on track so that you won't need me anymore. I work with couples and other relationships to reduce the intensity of conflict and to reestablish and deepen intimacy through teaching targeted tools that make communication easier. I have found that improving your relationships directly improves your mental health.

As a strength-based, trauma informed psychotherapist, the goal is for us to work collaboratively to help you gain insight into your feelings and behaviors while improving the areas in your life you feel need support. A central focus will be to develop your communication skills in order to make gains in your relationships. My interventions are geared to empathically take you towards your personal goals safely and consistently.
As a strength-based, trauma informed psychotherapist, the goal is for us to work collaboratively to help you gain insight into your feelings and behaviors while improving the areas in your life you feel need support. A central focus will be to develop your communication skills in order to make gains in your relationships. My interventions are geared to empathically take you towards your personal goals safely and consistently.

I have a warm, strength-based, and integrative style that allows my clients to be their full authentic selves in search of meeting their full potential. Clients often describe me as non-judgmental, empathetic, and collaborative in treating their identified goals.
I have a warm, strength-based, and integrative style that allows my clients to be their full authentic selves in search of meeting their full potential. Clients often describe me as non-judgmental, empathetic, and collaborative in treating their identified goals.

You can heal your life with your own mind/body! In today's stressful world, symptoms of anxiety, depression and troubled relationships are common. As an LMFT, I have 20+ years experience working with families, couples and individuals; healing traumas, mending relationships, reducing depression, anxiety and addiction and supporting personal growth. Focusing on "kindfulness," we work to shine a light of insight, offering profound transformation. With compassion and empathy, I guide clients to a deep sense of well-being which provides relief from many troubling symptoms and creates solutions to today's common modern life problems.
You can heal your life with your own mind/body! In today's stressful world, symptoms of anxiety, depression and troubled relationships are common. As an LMFT, I have 20+ years experience working with families, couples and individuals; healing traumas, mending relationships, reducing depression, anxiety and addiction and supporting personal growth. Focusing on "kindfulness," we work to shine a light of insight, offering profound transformation. With compassion and empathy, I guide clients to a deep sense of well-being which provides relief from many troubling symptoms and creates solutions to today's common modern life problems.

I help women become more present and powerful in their lives. I help individuals from all walks of life free themselves from the pain of the past, make better choices in the present, identify and realize their dreams. For those working with expanded states of consciousness, I also provide guidance in preparation and integration to help make the most of their insights and experiences.
I help women become more present and powerful in their lives. I help individuals from all walks of life free themselves from the pain of the past, make better choices in the present, identify and realize their dreams. For those working with expanded states of consciousness, I also provide guidance in preparation and integration to help make the most of their insights and experiences.

Tracy Ng
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
1 Endorsed
San Leandro, CA 94577
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling burnt out? Do you find yourself on autopilot? Are you struggling to balance your own desires with the expectations placed on you in relationships, work, or family? Your feelings and desires are valid, and you deserve to have them acknowledged! By working together, we can identify and reduce that built-up tension you've been experiencing. Perhaps it appears as anxiety, anger, fear, muscle tightness, substance use, or checked out. Let's talk about improving the quality of life for your mind and body.
Are you feeling burnt out? Do you find yourself on autopilot? Are you struggling to balance your own desires with the expectations placed on you in relationships, work, or family? Your feelings and desires are valid, and you deserve to have them acknowledged! By working together, we can identify and reduce that built-up tension you've been experiencing. Perhaps it appears as anxiety, anger, fear, muscle tightness, substance use, or checked out. Let's talk about improving the quality of life for your mind and body.

Do you often find yourself wondering if you are making "the right" decisions in your life? Do you often doubt yourself or the choices you have made? Is it very important to you to be liked and accepted by others? Do you put off big life changes because you fear failure or the uncertainty of the future? Did you come from a family who had high expectations of you? If so, you may have always been "the best" and used to being successful in everything you do. You gain a great deal of pride from your accomplishments but find satisfaction is fleeting or nonexistent. You are always thinking about what you need to achieve next.
Do you often find yourself wondering if you are making "the right" decisions in your life? Do you often doubt yourself or the choices you have made? Is it very important to you to be liked and accepted by others? Do you put off big life changes because you fear failure or the uncertainty of the future? Did you come from a family who had high expectations of you? If so, you may have always been "the best" and used to being successful in everything you do. You gain a great deal of pride from your accomplishments but find satisfaction is fleeting or nonexistent. You are always thinking about what you need to achieve next.

I am an experienced and interactive therapist who cares about helping you feel better as soon as possible. I will work to help you identify and accomplish your own goals. Together we will create a safe environment to help you feel comfortable and understood without judgement. My approach varies based on individual needs, and is influenced by several types of therapeutic orientations including Hakomi, Narrative, Mindfulness-based CBT and Brainspotting. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, families and women. Everyone is welcome.
I am an experienced and interactive therapist who cares about helping you feel better as soon as possible. I will work to help you identify and accomplish your own goals. Together we will create a safe environment to help you feel comfortable and understood without judgement. My approach varies based on individual needs, and is influenced by several types of therapeutic orientations including Hakomi, Narrative, Mindfulness-based CBT and Brainspotting. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, families and women. Everyone is welcome.

I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, children, and groups using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and humanistic modalities.I embrace cultural diversity and am experienced with treating a broad spectrum of clinical issues such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression,addictions,grief and loss, marital, relationship,life issues, and stress management among others.I work with all ages, starting from age 3 on up.
I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, children, and groups using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and humanistic modalities.I embrace cultural diversity and am experienced with treating a broad spectrum of clinical issues such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression,addictions,grief and loss, marital, relationship,life issues, and stress management among others.I work with all ages, starting from age 3 on up.

I’m glad you’re here. Finding the right therapist is the first, and arguably, one of the hardest steps towards your healing, so you’re already halfway there! I’m here to offer a safe and collaborative place for you to find the answers you’ve been looking for.
I’m glad you’re here. Finding the right therapist is the first, and arguably, one of the hardest steps towards your healing, so you’re already halfway there! I’m here to offer a safe and collaborative place for you to find the answers you’ve been looking for.
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Number of Therapists in San Leandro, CA
100+
Average cost per session
$177
Therapists in San Leandro, CA who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Self Esteem |
67% | Coping Skills |
66% | Stress |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | Aetna |
67% | Cigna and Evernorth |
61% | Optum |
How Therapists in San Leandro, CA see their clients
53% | Online Only | |
47% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.