Therapists for Children in San Lorenzo, CA
I have been providing direct and clinical supervision for over 15 years. Most of the work I have done has been in community based settings helping individuals and families struggling with addiction, trauma and mental health. I look forward to continuing this work through my private practice as I believe when one individual gets better the whole family can and it can change the trajectory for generations.
I have been providing direct and clinical supervision for over 15 years. Most of the work I have done has been in community based settings helping individuals and families struggling with addiction, trauma and mental health. I look forward to continuing this work through my private practice as I believe when one individual gets better the whole family can and it can change the trajectory for generations.
I am shaped by lived experience, cultural humility, and a deep respect for the therapy relationship. I help clients explore patterns, meaning, and emotional experiences in a safe, collaborative space. I believe healing happens when people feel understood, empowered, and free to grow at their own pace.
I see therapy as a collaborative process, one that honors resilience, complexity, and the client’s innate capacity for healing.
I am shaped by lived experience, cultural humility, and a deep respect for the therapy relationship. I help clients explore patterns, meaning, and emotional experiences in a safe, collaborative space. I believe healing happens when people feel understood, empowered, and free to grow at their own pace.
I see therapy as a collaborative process, one that honors resilience, complexity, and the client’s innate capacity for healing.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking your first step towards improved mental health. I provide a safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for adolescents, adults, and families. Are you experiencing difficulties with emotional stress, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and post-traumatic stress? I can help with gaining insight and personal growth.
Welcome, and congratulations on taking your first step towards improved mental health. I provide a safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for adolescents, adults, and families. Are you experiencing difficulties with emotional stress, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and post-traumatic stress? I can help with gaining insight and personal growth.
Or, are you looking for someone to work with your child or teenager who is struggling with their own mental health issues?
In our first session, I will welcome you to my office and after reviewing important information with you, I aim to establish trust, build rapport, and will listen to you with empathy and compassion. I want to really understand what is distressing you so I may ask you questions such as, "What is the main problem that's bothering you?" "When did it start?"
Or, are you looking for someone to work with your child or teenager who is struggling with their own mental health issues?
In our first session, I will welcome you to my office and after reviewing important information with you, I aim to establish trust, build rapport, and will listen to you with empathy and compassion. I want to really understand what is distressing you so I may ask you questions such as, "What is the main problem that's bothering you?" "When did it start?"
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience. I specialize in trauma but treat other cases as well. My approach to therapy is eclectic, as no two cases are the same. I utilize EMDR, Somatic exercises, and Trauma Focused CBT for trauma cases. I also use CBT, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing. I work with all age groups, as we all experience trauma in our lives. I’m very practical in my approach. You can expect direct communication with compassion. Most clients say it’s easy to talk to me and I make them feel comfortable and understood.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience. I specialize in trauma but treat other cases as well. My approach to therapy is eclectic, as no two cases are the same. I utilize EMDR, Somatic exercises, and Trauma Focused CBT for trauma cases. I also use CBT, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing. I work with all age groups, as we all experience trauma in our lives. I’m very practical in my approach. You can expect direct communication with compassion. Most clients say it’s easy to talk to me and I make them feel comfortable and understood.
I work with individuals ranging from children to the elderly.
I help my clients navigate these difficult periods by building healthier coping skills and strategies. My communication style is empathic, supportive, and firm but gentle. I utilize humor to help the individual feel comfortable and provide a safe space for them to share their experiences free from judgment.
I work with individuals ranging from children to the elderly.
I help my clients navigate these difficult periods by building healthier coping skills and strategies. My communication style is empathic, supportive, and firm but gentle. I utilize humor to help the individual feel comfortable and provide a safe space for them to share their experiences free from judgment.
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My style is relational, somatic, curious and trauma-informed. I hold the orientation that you are the expert of your experience, and use ongoing, informed consent in my practice. I facilitate tending to your nervous system to create shift from reaction to response.
I support clients in cultivating compassion for the parts of themselves that may have gotten stuck along the way, and connecting with their needs and agency. We will contact stuckness and trauma with care, and connect with your authentic embodiment.
My style is relational, somatic, curious and trauma-informed. I hold the orientation that you are the expert of your experience, and use ongoing, informed consent in my practice. I facilitate tending to your nervous system to create shift from reaction to response.
I support clients in cultivating compassion for the parts of themselves that may have gotten stuck along the way, and connecting with their needs and agency. We will contact stuckness and trauma with care, and connect with your authentic embodiment.
Concerned about your child or teen’s emotional well-being?
I specialize in:
Anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, personality disorders, and loss/grief
Family dynamics and parenting strategies
Navigating childhood/adolescent mental health and behavioral challenges
Support for divorce, co-parenting, and legal complexities
Use play and art in therapy with children and teens
Havening & Brainspotting techniques
Concerned about your child or teen’s emotional well-being?
I specialize in:
Anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, personality disorders, and loss/grief
Family dynamics and parenting strategies
Navigating childhood/adolescent mental health and behavioral challenges
Support for divorce, co-parenting, and legal complexities
Use play and art in therapy with children and teens
Havening & Brainspotting techniques
If you or your child is looking to do the deeper work and invest in your health, I welcome you to reach out for a free consultation.
Psychoanalysis no longer entails lying on a stuffy old couch; it's a rich, curious exploration of your inner world. We'll talk about anything that comes up: feelings, memories, and even dreams. One of my specialties includes contemporary dream analysis. Together we'll unravel patterns that no longer suit you and expand your relational freedom.
If you or your child is looking to do the deeper work and invest in your health, I welcome you to reach out for a free consultation.
Psychoanalysis no longer entails lying on a stuffy old couch; it's a rich, curious exploration of your inner world. We'll talk about anything that comes up: feelings, memories, and even dreams. One of my specialties includes contemporary dream analysis. Together we'll unravel patterns that no longer suit you and expand your relational freedom.
I believe that no matter how difficult of a time you're having, I can help you find your balance and power. I know that rage; shame, confusion and helplessness can make you feel stuck, lost and hopeless. I also know that there is a way out. In my therapy office you will feel safe and supported to unravel your feelings and thoughts, identify patterns, themes, get clear on what brought you to the place you are currently in and make intelligent new choices.
I believe that no matter how difficult of a time you're having, I can help you find your balance and power. I know that rage; shame, confusion and helplessness can make you feel stuck, lost and hopeless. I also know that there is a way out. In my therapy office you will feel safe and supported to unravel your feelings and thoughts, identify patterns, themes, get clear on what brought you to the place you are currently in and make intelligent new choices.
Are you looking to feel more connected to yourself and others? Do you feel trapped in certain areas of your life? I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years and am passionate about this work. I work with teens, adults, and mental health professionals and can effectively address issues that keep you feeling depressed, anxious, and disconnected from yourself and others. I want to help you make the necessary changes to have the life you desire. Therapy isn't about finding out what is wrong with you, it is about building on what is RIGHT with you.
Are you looking to feel more connected to yourself and others? Do you feel trapped in certain areas of your life? I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years and am passionate about this work. I work with teens, adults, and mental health professionals and can effectively address issues that keep you feeling depressed, anxious, and disconnected from yourself and others. I want to help you make the necessary changes to have the life you desire. Therapy isn't about finding out what is wrong with you, it is about building on what is RIGHT with you.
When psychological suffering feels unbearable, seeking a therapist to help you find your way is a great act of courage. Psychotherapy is an active collaboration in which we tend to your inner life, bringing care and curiosity to the deepest parts of you. Profound change is possible in a therapeutic relationship based on trust. From your most disturbing and shame inducing symptoms to your greatest strengths--every part of you belongs here. I have been successful in treating individuals with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationship troubles, cultural identity issues, perinatal mood disorders, problem drinking, infidelity and grief.
When psychological suffering feels unbearable, seeking a therapist to help you find your way is a great act of courage. Psychotherapy is an active collaboration in which we tend to your inner life, bringing care and curiosity to the deepest parts of you. Profound change is possible in a therapeutic relationship based on trust. From your most disturbing and shame inducing symptoms to your greatest strengths--every part of you belongs here. I have been successful in treating individuals with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, relationship troubles, cultural identity issues, perinatal mood disorders, problem drinking, infidelity and grief.
I am comfortable working with a wide range of clients and will see individuals, couples, and families, with ages ranging from child to elder adult.
I draw on a large variety of approaches to meet the individual needs of each client. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a solution-focused approach and mindfulness interventions to support with managing stress, anger, anxiety, and depression.
I am comfortable working with a wide range of clients and will see individuals, couples, and families, with ages ranging from child to elder adult.
I draw on a large variety of approaches to meet the individual needs of each client. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a solution-focused approach and mindfulness interventions to support with managing stress, anger, anxiety, and depression.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Therapy is a collaborative process focused on creating meaningful, practical change. I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are ready to better understand themselves and move forward with intention. We begin where you are, using evidence-based approaches to build clarity, emotional stability, and confidence.
Therapy is a collaborative process focused on creating meaningful, practical change. I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are ready to better understand themselves and move forward with intention. We begin where you are, using evidence-based approaches to build clarity, emotional stability, and confidence.
Child/Adolescent Therapy (for ADHD, school refusal, social struggles, depression and anxiety).
I love supporting my clients to find greater internal stability, self-compassion, advocacy, insights into relational dynamics and strategies to improve quality of relationships to oneself, family, friends, colleagues & community. I also love providing play/talk therapy for kids/teens & finding best parenting strategies for their kid's/teen's unique needs.
Child/Adolescent Therapy (for ADHD, school refusal, social struggles, depression and anxiety).
I love supporting my clients to find greater internal stability, self-compassion, advocacy, insights into relational dynamics and strategies to improve quality of relationships to oneself, family, friends, colleagues & community. I also love providing play/talk therapy for kids/teens & finding best parenting strategies for their kid's/teen's unique needs.
In my practice, I typically work with Children and Adults.
Doing what I can to help a person feel heard, seen, and supported is one of the greatest privileges of my life. Being able to witness someone's journey in accessing their authentic self and help reduce sources of suffering is what continues to drive my work.
In my practice, I typically work with Children and Adults.
Doing what I can to help a person feel heard, seen, and supported is one of the greatest privileges of my life. Being able to witness someone's journey in accessing their authentic self and help reduce sources of suffering is what continues to drive my work.
Maggie B. de Vera
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD(c), LMFT, CCHT, CLC
2 Endorsed
Pacifica, CA 94044
Maggie is a respected Holistic Practitioner, Clinical Supervisor, Life Coach, Trainer, Consultant, Educator and the Director of Addiction Studies at the College of San Mateo. Backed with over 30+ years of extensive experience and leadership, Maggie is acclaimed in her field for effective work with the most challenging cases and runs a private practice as a Psychotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Sex Therapist, Life Coach, Speaker/Trainer, Consultant, and was a Non-profit Founder & CEO serving the disadvantaged & high-risk.
Maggie focuses on supporting/ empowering her clients to heal and grow to create a healthy & positive life.
Maggie is a respected Holistic Practitioner, Clinical Supervisor, Life Coach, Trainer, Consultant, Educator and the Director of Addiction Studies at the College of San Mateo. Backed with over 30+ years of extensive experience and leadership, Maggie is acclaimed in her field for effective work with the most challenging cases and runs a private practice as a Psychotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Sex Therapist, Life Coach, Speaker/Trainer, Consultant, and was a Non-profit Founder & CEO serving the disadvantaged & high-risk.
Maggie focuses on supporting/ empowering her clients to heal and grow to create a healthy & positive life.
I support individuals, romantic partners, and families on their journeys of deep healing and transformation. My approach is grounded in understanding how trauma impacts the nervous system and how reconnecting with your body can lead to lasting recovery. I'm particularly passionate about working with people who are BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, non-monogamous, on the ace/sexual spectrum, or who have C-PTSD/complex trauma histories. I am committed to helping you navigate the unique challenges of your identity and experiences, heal from past wounds, and cultivate a life that reflects who you truly are.
I support individuals, romantic partners, and families on their journeys of deep healing and transformation. My approach is grounded in understanding how trauma impacts the nervous system and how reconnecting with your body can lead to lasting recovery. I'm particularly passionate about working with people who are BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, non-monogamous, on the ace/sexual spectrum, or who have C-PTSD/complex trauma histories. I am committed to helping you navigate the unique challenges of your identity and experiences, heal from past wounds, and cultivate a life that reflects who you truly are.
You’re smart and capable, but lately life has felt heavier than you expected. Maybe you’re juggling the transition into parenthood, grieving the loss of your own parent, or feeling stuck between who you used to be and who you’re longing to become. You want more meaning, more purpose, more ease. You want more connection, less anxiety, and a relationship that feels alive again. You want to show up more fully for yourself, your partner, your family. Mostly, you want a place where you can drop the act, be honest, and actually feel understood.
You’re smart and capable, but lately life has felt heavier than you expected. Maybe you’re juggling the transition into parenthood, grieving the loss of your own parent, or feeling stuck between who you used to be and who you’re longing to become. You want more meaning, more purpose, more ease. You want more connection, less anxiety, and a relationship that feels alive again. You want to show up more fully for yourself, your partner, your family. Mostly, you want a place where you can drop the act, be honest, and actually feel understood.
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FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviors change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.