Emotionally Focused Therapists in San Lorenzo, CA
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.
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.
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.
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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.
I have training in Somatic Attachment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Are you tired of having the same arguments over and over with your partner? Struggling to communicate and wanting to break patterns in your relationship?
Hello, my name is Joline. I specialize in helping couples navigate differences, rebuild trust, connect emotionally, address toxic cycles, and re-ignite passion through nervous system/somatic work, trauma integration, and embodiment practices.
I have over 10 years of experiences, and I particularly enjoy working with women's relational trauma, high conflict couples, and codependency.
If you're desiring to transform your relationships I am here to offer support!
I have training in Somatic Attachment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Are you tired of having the same arguments over and over with your partner? Struggling to communicate and wanting to break patterns in your relationship?
Hello, my name is Joline. I specialize in helping couples navigate differences, rebuild trust, connect emotionally, address toxic cycles, and re-ignite passion through nervous system/somatic work, trauma integration, and embodiment practices.
I have over 10 years of experiences, and I particularly enjoy working with women's relational trauma, high conflict couples, and codependency.
If you're desiring to transform your relationships I am here to offer support!
Thanks for choosing to learn more about my practice. Together we will work on your healing and growth. Areas of specific interest: helping clients to improve communication, increase connection, and strengthen boundaries where needed in their relationships; helping parents to prepare for their child's emerging independence and the eventual "empty nest"; helping young adults balance independence with their family of origin; and general parenting support.
Thanks for choosing to learn more about my practice. Together we will work on your healing and growth. Areas of specific interest: helping clients to improve communication, increase connection, and strengthen boundaries where needed in their relationships; helping parents to prepare for their child's emerging independence and the eventual "empty nest"; helping young adults balance independence with their family of origin; and general parenting support.
My patients come to me because they are stuck - maybe you and your partner keep having the same argument over and over; you can’t seem to shake certain thoughts, feelings, or habits; or your heart and life have broken open in a way you can’t seem to make sense of alone. Many of the people I work with experienced trauma in their past. These experiences can create barriers to fulfillment in relationships and life more broadly - often unknowingly. By remaining curious about what lies beneath the surface, and exploring new ways of relating to self and others, we will work together to create, and claim, a space that is truly your own.
My patients come to me because they are stuck - maybe you and your partner keep having the same argument over and over; you can’t seem to shake certain thoughts, feelings, or habits; or your heart and life have broken open in a way you can’t seem to make sense of alone. Many of the people I work with experienced trauma in their past. These experiences can create barriers to fulfillment in relationships and life more broadly - often unknowingly. By remaining curious about what lies beneath the surface, and exploring new ways of relating to self and others, we will work together to create, and claim, a space that is truly your own.
I have a passion for helping others improve their overall health mentally, physically, and spiritually to become the best versions of themselves. I believe that we all come from different backgrounds, and it is our responsibility to unlearn the maladaptive behaviors and thoughts we were taught and rewrite our story. We all need outside help at times to improve our overall way of life. I'd love to assist you on your healing journey!
I have a passion for helping others improve their overall health mentally, physically, and spiritually to become the best versions of themselves. I believe that we all come from different backgrounds, and it is our responsibility to unlearn the maladaptive behaviors and thoughts we were taught and rewrite our story. We all need outside help at times to improve our overall way of life. I'd love to assist you on your healing journey!
Does it feel like you keep having the same conversation with your partner, or family member, over and over again? Maybe you’ve come up with great ideas about how you’ll work together to complete the house chores, or how to listen to each other, yet it still feels like something is missing?
I support couples and families to slow down these moments, to gain a deeper understanding of their own experiences and practice new ways of communicating to foster a feeling of deeper connection. In slowing down, we can actually move forward.
Does it feel like you keep having the same conversation with your partner, or family member, over and over again? Maybe you’ve come up with great ideas about how you’ll work together to complete the house chores, or how to listen to each other, yet it still feels like something is missing?
I support couples and families to slow down these moments, to gain a deeper understanding of their own experiences and practice new ways of communicating to foster a feeling of deeper connection. In slowing down, we can actually move forward.
Welcome to your journey of transformation. This is about uncovering your truth and embracing your worth. You may have felt unseen or compared yourself to who you were or should be, but now it's time for change. In my practice, I believe in uncovering the "gold" within you—your unique truth, your strengths. I help you take action and make lasting shifts. Stop throwing your pearls to pigs and living in a poverty mindset—you deserve abundance. I’m your ally, guiding you toward transfiguration. Together, we’ll unlock your potential. This is “damn good therapy,” and I believe in your golden future for I am here to edify you in your path.
Welcome to your journey of transformation. This is about uncovering your truth and embracing your worth. You may have felt unseen or compared yourself to who you were or should be, but now it's time for change. In my practice, I believe in uncovering the "gold" within you—your unique truth, your strengths. I help you take action and make lasting shifts. Stop throwing your pearls to pigs and living in a poverty mindset—you deserve abundance. I’m your ally, guiding you toward transfiguration. Together, we’ll unlock your potential. This is “damn good therapy,” and I believe in your golden future for I am here to edify you in your path.
Clarity - Confidence - Real Change.
On the outside, your life looks successful and put together, but inside you feel stressed, drained, or disconnected from what you really want. Relationship tension, work pressure, and self-doubt leave you overthinking and emotionally exhausted. You want clarity, steadier emotions, healthier communication, and the confidence to make decisions that truly fit your life and relationships.
Clarity - Confidence - Real Change.
On the outside, your life looks successful and put together, but inside you feel stressed, drained, or disconnected from what you really want. Relationship tension, work pressure, and self-doubt leave you overthinking and emotionally exhausted. You want clarity, steadier emotions, healthier communication, and the confidence to make decisions that truly fit your life and relationships.
My approach is deeply rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy, a modality I've embraced to help couples break free from negative patterns and forge stronger, more intimate bonds.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California and a certified Sex Therapist by the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists. Also, I'm furthering my expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy, aspiring to gain certification from The International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy.
My approach is deeply rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy, a modality I've embraced to help couples break free from negative patterns and forge stronger, more intimate bonds.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California and a certified Sex Therapist by the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists. Also, I'm furthering my expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy, aspiring to gain certification from The International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I am a therapist because I love to witness people grow in the beautiful, non-linear way we all do as humans. With my private practice, Inner G Wellness, I am honored to walk alongside clients on their journey to discovering and embracing their Inner G: the greatness, grounding, goals, & gifts that make them unique. Using evidence-based practices, I’ll support you in creating a path that aligns with your values and aspirations. My approach provides a sacred space for you to uncover the essence of who you are, deepen your self-awareness, & learn how to ride life’s waves with confidence & clarity.
I am a therapist because I love to witness people grow in the beautiful, non-linear way we all do as humans. With my private practice, Inner G Wellness, I am honored to walk alongside clients on their journey to discovering and embracing their Inner G: the greatness, grounding, goals, & gifts that make them unique. Using evidence-based practices, I’ll support you in creating a path that aligns with your values and aspirations. My approach provides a sacred space for you to uncover the essence of who you are, deepen your self-awareness, & learn how to ride life’s waves with confidence & clarity.
Maybe the world has lost its color or you have lost your path. Perhaps the past still permeates your present in ways that feel impossible to shake. If you are tired of the constant friction of trying to prove your worth to yourself or please everyone around you, I am here to offer a different way forward.
Maybe the world has lost its color or you have lost your path. Perhaps the past still permeates your present in ways that feel impossible to shake. If you are tired of the constant friction of trying to prove your worth to yourself or please everyone around you, I am here to offer a different way forward.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating trauma, intergenerational trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My passion is helping clients understand how past experiences shape their current patterns, relationships, and sense of self. As a therapist trained in EMDR and trauma-informed care, I take a holistic approach that integrates mind, body, and emotional awareness. Together, we’ll process painful experiences, build self-compassion, and move toward healing and growth at a pace that feels right for you. My style is grounded in trust, empathy, and curiosity.
I specialize in supporting adults navigating trauma, intergenerational trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My passion is helping clients understand how past experiences shape their current patterns, relationships, and sense of self. As a therapist trained in EMDR and trauma-informed care, I take a holistic approach that integrates mind, body, and emotional awareness. Together, we’ll process painful experiences, build self-compassion, and move toward healing and growth at a pace that feels right for you. My style is grounded in trust, empathy, and curiosity.
As a therapist I work with individuals, adolescents, families and couples. My main frameworks are cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing. My primary job is to provide you with a safe non-judgemental space to process and to achieve the goals that will make you more fulfilled in our high stress Bay Area. I can serve as a guide along this path as you discover what it means to be the truest you. As well as assist you to overcome whatever has been holding you back. It isn’t always easy but working on ourselves brings great rewards.
As a therapist I work with individuals, adolescents, families and couples. My main frameworks are cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing. My primary job is to provide you with a safe non-judgemental space to process and to achieve the goals that will make you more fulfilled in our high stress Bay Area. I can serve as a guide along this path as you discover what it means to be the truest you. As well as assist you to overcome whatever has been holding you back. It isn’t always easy but working on ourselves brings great rewards.
I offer a warm, grounded, and culturally attuned space for clients who are ready to explore themselves more deeply. I am especially committed to supporting Black, Latinx, and other People of Color, as well as inter-racial and multi-cultural individuals and couples navigating identity, relationships, and life transitions.
My work honors the ways culture and systems shape how we move through the world, while also making space for your individuality and inner wisdom.
I offer a warm, grounded, and culturally attuned space for clients who are ready to explore themselves more deeply. I am especially committed to supporting Black, Latinx, and other People of Color, as well as inter-racial and multi-cultural individuals and couples navigating identity, relationships, and life transitions.
My work honors the ways culture and systems shape how we move through the world, while also making space for your individuality and inner wisdom.
With couples, my style is interactive and focused. I help partners recognize patterns that keep them “stuck”, teach strategies to cool down intense emotions, and communicate with intention. I create a compassionate space to help you connect with your true self, the life you want to live, and the relationships you want to have. Therapy is not always easy, but I’ll offer guidance and support. We’ll discuss strategies to help you develop more agency in life.
With couples, my style is interactive and focused. I help partners recognize patterns that keep them “stuck”, teach strategies to cool down intense emotions, and communicate with intention. I create a compassionate space to help you connect with your true self, the life you want to live, and the relationships you want to have. Therapy is not always easy, but I’ll offer guidance and support. We’ll discuss strategies to help you develop more agency in life.
I specialize in working with women, teens, grief, and survivors of complex trauma.
Are you or someone close to you facing relationship challenges, grappling with addiction, or struggling with disordered eating? You might be in the process of abuse recovery, seeking liberation from trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by work stress, perfectionism, and life's pressures. Even if everything seems "fine" outwardly, you might be contending with inner battles like anxiety, depression, or perfectionism. You need a safe space to reflect, heal, and reclaim your peace and purpose. Whatever your struggles, I'm here to offer compassionate support.
I specialize in working with women, teens, grief, and survivors of complex trauma.
Are you or someone close to you facing relationship challenges, grappling with addiction, or struggling with disordered eating? You might be in the process of abuse recovery, seeking liberation from trauma, or feeling overwhelmed by work stress, perfectionism, and life's pressures. Even if everything seems "fine" outwardly, you might be contending with inner battles like anxiety, depression, or perfectionism. You need a safe space to reflect, heal, and reclaim your peace and purpose. Whatever your struggles, I'm here to offer compassionate support.
You may be reaching out because things feel tense and disconnected, or because they feel overwhelming and unsustainable.
Maybe conversations keep turning into arguments, communication has broken down completely, or you’re worried about where the relationship is headed. Whether things have slowly unraveled over time or feel like they’ve reached a breaking point, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Many couples wait longer than they want to before seeking help, hoping things will improve on their own. When they don’t, it can start to feel lonely, confusing, or even hopeless, especially when you still care deeply about each other.
You may be reaching out because things feel tense and disconnected, or because they feel overwhelming and unsustainable.
Maybe conversations keep turning into arguments, communication has broken down completely, or you’re worried about where the relationship is headed. Whether things have slowly unraveled over time or feel like they’ve reached a breaking point, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Many couples wait longer than they want to before seeking help, hoping things will improve on their own. When they don’t, it can start to feel lonely, confusing, or even hopeless, especially when you still care deeply about each other.
Taking the first step towards personal growth can be incredibly difficult. It can feel overwhelming to acknowledge that you need help and take the necessary steps to seek it out. However, by reading this, you have already accomplished the hardest part of initiating treatment. It takes courage and strength to recognize that you need support, and I commend you for taking this step. One of the most important aspects of my work is creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process, where clients are active participants in their own healing.
Taking the first step towards personal growth can be incredibly difficult. It can feel overwhelming to acknowledge that you need help and take the necessary steps to seek it out. However, by reading this, you have already accomplished the hardest part of initiating treatment. It takes courage and strength to recognize that you need support, and I commend you for taking this step. One of the most important aspects of my work is creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process, where clients are active participants in their own healing.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.