Teen Therapists in San Rafael, CA

I see therapy as an opportunity for self discovery, healing and a safe space to work our growing edges. My approach is holistic, mindfulness based and rooted in psycho-spiritual inquiry. I support my clients in discovering freedom from subconcious limiting beliefs and relational patterns to manifest the life they truly desire. Through a somatic approach (integration of body-heart-mind), I support my clients in living from a more empowered and embodied state of being.

When your child or teen is having a tough time, all you want is for them to feel better. You want them to feel happier, calmer, and able to manage whatever life throws at them. You need a therapist who understands your unique child as well as the challenges you face as a parent, who can teach important skills with humor, patience, and compassion to help your child cope with big emotions now and in the future. If you are concerned that your child has a learning disability or autism, I offer assessment that focuses on their strengths and how to support them in all environments.

Are you experiencing a period of depression or anxiety? Are you struggling with raising a child or teenager ? Are you wrestling with a work issue or close personal relationship?

*evening/after school is currently full*Life is relentless and overwhelming, as a parent, teen and as a partner. You may feel that you are at a breaking point, constantly reacting rather than responding, and your own inner critic will not let up. Maybe you are a new mom, a teen , or you are sick and tired of your relational patterns leaving you drained and feeling un-seen and needs are left unmet. You are looking for guidance and tools that can help you navigate life, and make each day a bucket filler rather than a drain.

My style is collaborative, engaged and supportive. I will work with you to overcome depression, anxiety, substance abuse or relationship issues that are holding you back from leading a more fulfilling life. In individual work we will explore your past experiences and family of origin that may have brought you to hold on to many negative unconscious beliefs and behaviors that are leaving you unhappy or unsuccessful in both your work and intimate relationships. In couples work we will work to dismantle destructive communication patterns, learn new ways of reaching toward your partner and increase levels of true intimacy.

I specialize in working with adolescent males who are experiencing externalizing behaviors (e.g. oppositional defiance, aggression, truancy, delinquency, etc.). In addition, I have extensive experience working with families struggling with attachment, attunement, and communication issues. I also work with couples dealing with relational problems and life transitions.

Stress and worry can take its toll on our minds and bodies. If you experience high levels of these, or feel empty at the end of the day, I will provide a safe and caring environment with which to explore the causal factors. I enjoy working with codependency, Self-development, life transitions, and relational dynamics.

I help clients of all ages process and heal from traumatic experiences; these are things that happened earlier in life that may have been overwhelming and created false, negative core beliefs about oneself, others, and the world. Beliefs such as “I’m not good enough, I can’t trust people; I'm not safe” can significantly impact how a person feels, thinks and reacts to the world, and lead to issues such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. I help clients process those experiences, transforming the negative beliefs into positive, helpful ones. This allows clients to experience more joy and ease in their life and relationships.

I support women struggling with parenting challenges, relationship issues, and other life stressors. I also enjoy working with teen girls (16+) in navigating the stress of the college selection process, moving out for the first time, break-ups, and friendship challenges.

Licensed clinical psychotherapist in California and Idaho with a broad experience in evidence -practice treatment. Specialized in adolescent and young adult. Focused on the connections between what we think, feel, and do, and how we can change the way we experience life. Experienced in CBT, DBT, suicide prevention and eating disorder, Talita has been working in the forensic system and Kaiser hospital setting for many years.

I am versatile in my clinical experience with clients of different ages and cultures. I have particular training in working with individuals struggling with trauma and the many symptoms related to trauma. I also have many years of experience working with those who struggle with addictions. I enjoy providing support groups for adults and teenagers. I have worked in schools, outpatient clinics, and private practice. I also have experience in suicide prevention work with teenagers and young adults.

My primary focus is to establish and maintain a genuine and collaborative relationship. I specialize in working with women (specifically mothers, college students, and teen /tween girls) dealing with issues such as: school/work/social stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and ADHD. In addition, I work with couples struggling with relationship discord and parenting differences. I view my task as collaborating with you to set goals and keep the therapy on track toward meeting these goals.

Are you wanting to have your CHILD/ TEEN assessed and supported for their struggles with anxiety, ADHD, or depression? Are you interested in learning parent management strategies (PMT) such as Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT for ages 2-8). Are you wondering if your child has ADHD or needs help with an anxiety disorder? Do you feel your child/ teen needs a safe space to open up and learn some useful coping strategies? My focus is on getting your child back to the space they were in before their current difficulties. I utilize a strength-based approach incorporating role plays and other experiential learning interventions.

Specializing in child/ teen therapy. Specializing in attachment concerns, suicidal ideation, self-harm, relational issues and more... I treat the whole child/ teen by providing our youth in the greater community with a space to explore, process and express their own emotional experiences through play, art and talk therapies. Therapy has proven to help kids improve self-esteem, identify their strengths, lean into their growing edges, learn perspective, process trauma, develop healthy coping strategies and find and maintain healthy relationships.

Please Note: No Current Insurance Slots Available... Are you an 18-35 year old, striving to find yourself and your place in the world? Do you sometimes feel unmotivated and directionless, unclear on your purpose? Do you ever feel like the traumas of your childhood keep you from living your fullest life? Are you especially hard on yourself, and find it difficult to "self-care?" Or perhaps you have a child or teenager who is acting out, depressed, feeling misunderstood or difficult to understand?

Therapy is not a "one size fits all" approach. I am an integrative psychotherapist with an extensive background in working with mood disorders, dual diagnoses, prosocial behavior management and stress reduction. My approach is to integrate elements of several schools of therapy to address the emotional, behavioral, psychological, cognitive and spiritual dimensions of my clients. This strength-based approach allows me to design a therapeutic strategy for each client based on their specific areas of concern.

Are you looking for a way through a challenging time? In working with you, I offer a supportive, collaborative approach. I help people find their own strengths and clarity. Deep listening is important to find your individual needs. Providing useful tools for change, is the focus of my work. I'm interested in facilitating a natural way toward transformation. For Parents: Raising teens can be very challenging work. There are times when a parent or an adolescent needs extra support to get through difficult times. I feel at ease working with young people. I've been in private practice for over 16 years.