Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in San Lorenzo, CA
Laura Goossens
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
An integrated approach: non-gaslighting CBT, EMDR, IFS, and somatic/mind-body techniques.
My practice & sliding scale spots are full. Please message for waitlist. Talk Less; Change More. Hello, I'm Laura. I'm passionate about helping people improve their Present by addressing their Past. People describe my style as collaborative, warm, direct, goal-focused, thorough, & patient. I help clients in their work toward self-esteem, healthy relationships, grounded communication, stress management, improved mood, and access to services/resources. Communities I belong to and serve: disabled/chronic illness, sex positive, kink/polyam/alt lifestyle, genderqueer, fat positive, and neurodivergent folks. Free 30-minute video consult.
An integrated approach: non-gaslighting CBT, EMDR, IFS, and somatic/mind-body techniques.
My practice & sliding scale spots are full. Please message for waitlist. Talk Less; Change More. Hello, I'm Laura. I'm passionate about helping people improve their Present by addressing their Past. People describe my style as collaborative, warm, direct, goal-focused, thorough, & patient. I help clients in their work toward self-esteem, healthy relationships, grounded communication, stress management, improved mood, and access to services/resources. Communities I belong to and serve: disabled/chronic illness, sex positive, kink/polyam/alt lifestyle, genderqueer, fat positive, and neurodivergent folks. Free 30-minute video consult.
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.
Welcome. I’m here to support you through challenging times. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can process difficult emotions and begin to understand a deeper level of yourself. You don’t have to go through this alone, we can work together towards finding peace.
Welcome. I’m here to support you through challenging times. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can process difficult emotions and begin to understand a deeper level of yourself. You don’t have to go through this alone, we can work together towards finding peace.
Hello, my name is Kristal Audoma, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is direct yet empathetic with a strength-based approach. I work with individuals ranging from children to the elderly. I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Grief and Loss, Anger Management, Feedback Informed Care, LGBTQIA, and trauma informed. My style and approach are a good fit for teens and adults who may be dealing with challenges in their lives, both personally and professionally. These challenges may manifest as anxiety, depression, guilt, and anger.
Hello, my name is Kristal Audoma, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My approach to therapy is direct yet empathetic with a strength-based approach. I work with individuals ranging from children to the elderly. I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Grief and Loss, Anger Management, Feedback Informed Care, LGBTQIA, and trauma informed. My style and approach are a good fit for teens and adults who may be dealing with challenges in their lives, both personally and professionally. These challenges may manifest as anxiety, depression, guilt, and anger.
I use a collection of Attachment-Based, Solution Focus, Narrative, CBT, Compassion Focused, and Client Centered approaches.
I am looking to work with adults who are seeking support. I am comfortable working with clients who experienced difficulty in their marriage/relationships, trouble using assertive communication to say what they want or need, anger outbursts, shame/guilt, etc... These problems and more can lead to depression and anxiety which I would love to explore.
I use a collection of Attachment-Based, Solution Focus, Narrative, CBT, Compassion Focused, and Client Centered approaches.
I am looking to work with adults who are seeking support. I am comfortable working with clients who experienced difficulty in their marriage/relationships, trouble using assertive communication to say what they want or need, anger outbursts, shame/guilt, etc... These problems and more can lead to depression and anxiety which I would love to explore.
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.
Then, from this "sacred" space my client and I co-create and implement an individualized treatment plan using a combination of dreamwork, narrative therapy, psychodynamic exploration, and cognitive behavioral approaches
Do you feel weary of the constant parade of "failed" relationships that show up in your life? Would you like to discover the secret to attracting and keeping a healthy committed relationship? If you answered "yes" to these questions, you have come to the right place. I have 25 years of experience in helping people just like you to understand how the patterns of unhealthy relationships are laid down very early in life. Relationships are like a "dance" in which each partner performs their "steps". Becoming aware of your "steps" means you can change them, and reap amazing rewards.
Then, from this "sacred" space my client and I co-create and implement an individualized treatment plan using a combination of dreamwork, narrative therapy, psychodynamic exploration, and cognitive behavioral approaches
Do you feel weary of the constant parade of "failed" relationships that show up in your life? Would you like to discover the secret to attracting and keeping a healthy committed relationship? If you answered "yes" to these questions, you have come to the right place. I have 25 years of experience in helping people just like you to understand how the patterns of unhealthy relationships are laid down very early in life. Relationships are like a "dance" in which each partner performs their "steps". Becoming aware of your "steps" means you can change them, and reap amazing rewards.
Hello! I’m Gloria, a Filipina licensed clinical psychologist originally from Guam, now based in the Bay Area, CA. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and have specialized training in treating depression, anxiety, addiction, and multicultural concerns, areas that continue to guide my work today. My clinical experience includes working in a variety of settings, where I’ve supported clients through identity exploration, emotional challenges, and major life transitions.
Hello! I’m Gloria, a Filipina licensed clinical psychologist originally from Guam, now based in the Bay Area, CA. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and have specialized training in treating depression, anxiety, addiction, and multicultural concerns, areas that continue to guide my work today. My clinical experience includes working in a variety of settings, where I’ve supported clients through identity exploration, emotional challenges, and major life transitions.
Hello, I'm Erik Kahn, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 146734. My approach to therapy is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on helping you navigate challenges and rediscover joy in your life. I specialize in relationship issues, stress management, and personal growth, and I'm here to support you in achieving a fulfilling and balanced life.
Hello, I'm Erik Kahn, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 146734. My approach to therapy is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on helping you navigate challenges and rediscover joy in your life. I specialize in relationship issues, stress management, and personal growth, and I'm here to support you in achieving a fulfilling and balanced life.
Once rapport is established I tend to be emotionally focused with individuals and couples while utilizing skills from CBT and Gottman to tailor the therapy experience to your specific needs.
My name is McKenna Talley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing mental health services for over a decade and I have been absolutely loving it. As a young adult, I had plans of making it on Broadway as an actress. My love for theater has stuck around, but over time I realized that I like helping real people recognize the role they play in their life is the greatest part they could ever have. Nothing speaks to my soul more than connecting to people and helping them find their main character energy. Life can be hard and I like to help people be their biggest fan rather than their biggest critic.
Once rapport is established I tend to be emotionally focused with individuals and couples while utilizing skills from CBT and Gottman to tailor the therapy experience to your specific needs.
My name is McKenna Talley and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing mental health services for over a decade and I have been absolutely loving it. As a young adult, I had plans of making it on Broadway as an actress. My love for theater has stuck around, but over time I realized that I like helping real people recognize the role they play in their life is the greatest part they could ever have. Nothing speaks to my soul more than connecting to people and helping them find their main character energy. Life can be hard and I like to help people be their biggest fan rather than their biggest critic.
I have had a passion for helping people since I was very young. I have been providing professional counseling for almost 30 years. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California. I’m an experienced facilitator of health and healing for individuals, couples, and families. With 27 years of experience in counseling, I know what it takes to move one into their desired path. My proven methods will help you build and live a more authentic and powerful life. I create a place for individuals to talk about their experiences, feel heard, know they’re valued, and feel a sense of belonging.
I have had a passion for helping people since I was very young. I have been providing professional counseling for almost 30 years. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California. I’m an experienced facilitator of health and healing for individuals, couples, and families. With 27 years of experience in counseling, I know what it takes to move one into their desired path. My proven methods will help you build and live a more authentic and powerful life. I create a place for individuals to talk about their experiences, feel heard, know they’re valued, and feel a sense of belonging.
Hello! I'm Sara.
I want to acknowledge you as you are taking the first step towards bettering your own mental health, and that's huge. Or, are you looking for someone to work with your child or teenager who is struggling with their own mental health issues? Either way, starting therapy can feel like there's some hope, and it can also feel a little scary. You are looking to change things and that is an incredibly empowering and brave first step!
Hello! I'm Sara.
I want to acknowledge you as you are taking the first step towards bettering your own mental health, and that's huge. Or, are you looking for someone to work with your child or teenager who is struggling with their own mental health issues? Either way, starting therapy can feel like there's some hope, and it can also feel a little scary. You are looking to change things and that is an incredibly empowering and brave first step!
My name is Lori Rolf and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I believe that therapy is most effective when there is a therapeutic partnership that is genuine, compassionate, empathetic, and supportive of client choices. I respect and value the experiences in your life that contribute to you choosing therapy. Our work together will be based on your individual treatment plan goals with a focus on building skills to create changes in your life.
My name is Lori Rolf and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I believe that therapy is most effective when there is a therapeutic partnership that is genuine, compassionate, empathetic, and supportive of client choices. I respect and value the experiences in your life that contribute to you choosing therapy. Our work together will be based on your individual treatment plan goals with a focus on building skills to create changes in your life.
I’m also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, often combining these approaches to address a wide range of challenges effectively.
Hi, I'm Leslie! My specialty is supporting individuals facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I use a client-centered approach that focuses on treating the whole person and meeting them exactly where they are on their recovery journey. I strive to create a relaxed, supportive environment prioritizing trust and rapport-building. My sessions are conversational and flexible, tailored to what works best for you.
I’m also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, often combining these approaches to address a wide range of challenges effectively.
Hi, I'm Leslie! My specialty is supporting individuals facing challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I use a client-centered approach that focuses on treating the whole person and meeting them exactly where they are on their recovery journey. I strive to create a relaxed, supportive environment prioritizing trust and rapport-building. My sessions are conversational and flexible, tailored to what works best for you.
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I help you move towards addressing your needs, and developing clarity and solutions using person-centered tenets with evidence-based CBT and DBT techniques.
I work with later discovered neurodivergent queer BIPOC to navigate the oppressive structures that prevent us from expressing ourselves authentically. Together we can process intergenerational trauma to truly meet your needs. My areas of focus include conscious parenting, eating disorders, and postpartum/perinatal mental health. In our therapeutic relationship, genuine, empathetic care and connection come first. I understand that healing is not only individual but also systemic.
I help you move towards addressing your needs, and developing clarity and solutions using person-centered tenets with evidence-based CBT and DBT techniques.
I work with later discovered neurodivergent queer BIPOC to navigate the oppressive structures that prevent us from expressing ourselves authentically. Together we can process intergenerational trauma to truly meet your needs. My areas of focus include conscious parenting, eating disorders, and postpartum/perinatal mental health. In our therapeutic relationship, genuine, empathetic care and connection come first. I understand that healing is not only individual but also systemic.
Hello, I'm Dr. Reid. If you’re on this site, you’re likely struggling with some aspect of your mental health or wanting to change problematic behavior. Finding the right therapist to help you is important. This may be your first time seeking help, or you may have had previous therapy; regardless, I admire your courage and willingness to focus on being your best self. Everyone has unique circumstances, so I take time to get to know you personally, your strengths, limitations, and I customize treatment accordingly. I don't take a cookie cutter approach.
Hello, I'm Dr. Reid. If you’re on this site, you’re likely struggling with some aspect of your mental health or wanting to change problematic behavior. Finding the right therapist to help you is important. This may be your first time seeking help, or you may have had previous therapy; regardless, I admire your courage and willingness to focus on being your best self. Everyone has unique circumstances, so I take time to get to know you personally, your strengths, limitations, and I customize treatment accordingly. I don't take a cookie cutter approach.
I am trained in EMDR and CBT.
The average person will experience 3-5 traumatic events in their life. The average first responder will experience 188 in their career. We live in a society that has normalized “suck it up” as a coping strategy and that doesn’t work. Are you a first responder (law enforcement , fire, EMS, dispatch)? Is the job itself and/or organizational stress feeling heavier than it once did? Are you noticing changes in yourself that you don’t understand or need help with? Post-traumatic stress injuries are extremely common in first responders and they are treatable. Let’s talk.
I am accepting clients located in California and Massachusetts.
I am trained in EMDR and CBT.
The average person will experience 3-5 traumatic events in their life. The average first responder will experience 188 in their career. We live in a society that has normalized “suck it up” as a coping strategy and that doesn’t work. Are you a first responder (law enforcement , fire, EMS, dispatch)? Is the job itself and/or organizational stress feeling heavier than it once did? Are you noticing changes in yourself that you don’t understand or need help with? Post-traumatic stress injuries are extremely common in first responders and they are treatable. Let’s talk.
I am accepting clients located in California and Massachusetts.
My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to support clients in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
My name is Sanaa Subhani, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I have worked in various roles, providing compassionate support to individuals and families navigating life's challenges. My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a deep commitment to making people feel heard and understood. I believe in the power of validation and strive to create a safe space where clients can express themselves without judgment.
My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), to support clients in overcoming challenges and fostering resilience.
My name is Sanaa Subhani, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I have worked in various roles, providing compassionate support to individuals and families navigating life's challenges. My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a deep commitment to making people feel heard and understood. I believe in the power of validation and strive to create a safe space where clients can express themselves without judgment.
You may have done years of therapy, personal growth, or spiritual work, yet something still isn’t fully shifting. On the outside, your life may look capable, even successful. You might be a high performer others rely on. But internally, patterns repeat in your relationships, or there’s a sense you’re not living as freely or fully as you could be. Often, the people I work with are thoughtful, sensitive, & deeply aware. Many are creatives—artists or writers, or high-functioning professionals who feel things intensely and long to be more fully expressed, but find that something inside feels blocked, muted, or just out of reach.
You may have done years of therapy, personal growth, or spiritual work, yet something still isn’t fully shifting. On the outside, your life may look capable, even successful. You might be a high performer others rely on. But internally, patterns repeat in your relationships, or there’s a sense you’re not living as freely or fully as you could be. Often, the people I work with are thoughtful, sensitive, & deeply aware. Many are creatives—artists or writers, or high-functioning professionals who feel things intensely and long to be more fully expressed, but find that something inside feels blocked, muted, or just out of reach.
I believe that healing from trauma and handling life’s stressors is possible. You are here because you are ready to do this brave healing work, and it’s time for a change. You want to understand yourself better and take ownership of showing up in life in the way that you want to. I partner with you to create a space where your voice is heard, and we use EMDR therapy to help your brain and body reprocess the memories and feelings that are holding you back, if talk therapy has not been as helpful as you've hoped EMDR may be helpful
I believe that healing from trauma and handling life’s stressors is possible. You are here because you are ready to do this brave healing work, and it’s time for a change. You want to understand yourself better and take ownership of showing up in life in the way that you want to. I partner with you to create a space where your voice is heard, and we use EMDR therapy to help your brain and body reprocess the memories and feelings that are holding you back, if talk therapy has not been as helpful as you've hoped EMDR may be helpful
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.