Relational Therapists in Union City, CA

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Annie Du
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Waitlist for new clients
I also specialize in treating interpersonal and relational issues such as social anxiety, shyness, low self-esteem, and relationship OCD/anxiety that can affect dating and commitment in intimate relationships.
Do you feel overworked, over-stressed, and overwhelmed? Many of my clients come into therapy struggling with some form of stress and anxiety, particularly stemming from an unease and dissatisfaction with how their life is going. Many feel “stuck” — uncertain on how to handle these nagging feelings. I have extensive experience working with professionals in highly demanding career fields, especially those dealing with high levels of stress and anxiety in their job. I specialize in working with Type-A, high achievers, particularly those struggling with issues such as work/life balance, perfectionism, and impostor syndrome.
I also specialize in treating interpersonal and relational issues such as social anxiety, shyness, low self-esteem, and relationship OCD/anxiety that can affect dating and commitment in intimate relationships.
Do you feel overworked, over-stressed, and overwhelmed? Many of my clients come into therapy struggling with some form of stress and anxiety, particularly stemming from an unease and dissatisfaction with how their life is going. Many feel “stuck” — uncertain on how to handle these nagging feelings. I have extensive experience working with professionals in highly demanding career fields, especially those dealing with high levels of stress and anxiety in their job. I specialize in working with Type-A, high achievers, particularly those struggling with issues such as work/life balance, perfectionism, and impostor syndrome.
(510) 867-3810 View (510) 867-3810
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Emily Tran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Through gentle relational connection you will discover how to cultivate deeper inner awareness, stillness, and greater balance between your mind, heart, and spirit.
I am passionate about supporting adults who are suffering from despair, shame, guilt or complicated traumas and are ready to break free from unhealthy generational cycles of suffering. Are you ready to dive deep within yourself to uncover the pain, bring light to your darkest parts and harmonize the most destabilizing aspects of yourself?
Through gentle relational connection you will discover how to cultivate deeper inner awareness, stillness, and greater balance between your mind, heart, and spirit.
I am passionate about supporting adults who are suffering from despair, shame, guilt or complicated traumas and are ready to break free from unhealthy generational cycles of suffering. Are you ready to dive deep within yourself to uncover the pain, bring light to your darkest parts and harmonize the most destabilizing aspects of yourself?
(341) 999-5646 View (341) 999-5646
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Elena Duong
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
Is your life at crossroads? Are you questioning everything, including what you want to do with your life? Do you know what you actually want to do? Growing up, you, who identify as sensitive, introverted, queer, and/or part of the minority, often felt like you don’t fit in. You learned to survive…becoming what other people wanted. As an adult, you realize you aren’t living the life you wanted. If you are of a minority identity and a young working professional, it is also likely no one prepared you for the transition from school to work.
Is your life at crossroads? Are you questioning everything, including what you want to do with your life? Do you know what you actually want to do? Growing up, you, who identify as sensitive, introverted, queer, and/or part of the minority, often felt like you don’t fit in. You learned to survive…becoming what other people wanted. As an adult, you realize you aren’t living the life you wanted. If you are of a minority identity and a young working professional, it is also likely no one prepared you for the transition from school to work.
(510) 738-3067 View (510) 738-3067
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Tengfei Li
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
With my experience throughout my therapist career life, I find people are able to get in touch with their own voice, motivation, and wisdom when they feel heard, seen, and understood. I provide therapy with love and care to clients and help them see and change their pattern in the here-and-now moment in the therapeutic relationship. Besides providing psychoeducation and coping skills to help clients manage their symptoms, I devote my work to helping clients explore their ways of transformation and getting closer to their True Self.
With my experience throughout my therapist career life, I find people are able to get in touch with their own voice, motivation, and wisdom when they feel heard, seen, and understood. I provide therapy with love and care to clients and help them see and change their pattern in the here-and-now moment in the therapeutic relationship. Besides providing psychoeducation and coping skills to help clients manage their symptoms, I devote my work to helping clients explore their ways of transformation and getting closer to their True Self.
(408) 668-0230 View (408) 668-0230
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Aya Sato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Finding the right therapy for your child can be really tough whether they're going through a hard time with anxiety, emotional regulation, sleep, separation anxiety, grief, attachment, or school. I'm here to assist your child with coping, healing, and guiding them to feel and express their emotions in a healthy way. I make sure they feel heard, seen, and truly understood. We can work together to find what's best for you and your child right now. With specialized training in play therapy, early childhood, infant parent mental health, I'm here to help and provide tailored support you and your family need.
Finding the right therapy for your child can be really tough whether they're going through a hard time with anxiety, emotional regulation, sleep, separation anxiety, grief, attachment, or school. I'm here to assist your child with coping, healing, and guiding them to feel and express their emotions in a healthy way. I make sure they feel heard, seen, and truly understood. We can work together to find what's best for you and your child right now. With specialized training in play therapy, early childhood, infant parent mental health, I'm here to help and provide tailored support you and your family need.
(510) 513-4343 View (510) 513-4343
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Cynthia Fong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
24 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587
Growing up, I heard a lot of negative things about therapy. You may have also experienced a cultural stigma against the idea of talking about your innermost thoughts and feelings with someone other than family or friends. However, I believe everyone can work towards happiness with the right kind of support in their lives. I provide online counseling for adults or teens who are seeking help with anxiety, post traumatic stress, prenatal & postpartum concerns, high-pressure work/school, and more.
Growing up, I heard a lot of negative things about therapy. You may have also experienced a cultural stigma against the idea of talking about your innermost thoughts and feelings with someone other than family or friends. However, I believe everyone can work towards happiness with the right kind of support in their lives. I provide online counseling for adults or teens who are seeking help with anxiety, post traumatic stress, prenatal & postpartum concerns, high-pressure work/school, and more.
(833) 339-8437 View (833) 339-8437
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Tu Hoang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling stuck, down, stressed, worried or sad? Add on the overwhelming stress of looking through all these profiles. Here's a shortcut, call me! A simple phone call could be your first steps to feeling better. You want to find a better way, the old way is no longer working for you. Our work will be focused on helping you feel a sense compassion and clarity. If this is the kind of therapy you are looking for, then we're a good fit! I will support you in guiding you every step of the way and taking actionable steps towards your desired change in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Are you feeling stuck, down, stressed, worried or sad? Add on the overwhelming stress of looking through all these profiles. Here's a shortcut, call me! A simple phone call could be your first steps to feeling better. You want to find a better way, the old way is no longer working for you. Our work will be focused on helping you feel a sense compassion and clarity. If this is the kind of therapy you are looking for, then we're a good fit! I will support you in guiding you every step of the way and taking actionable steps towards your desired change in a relaxed and supportive environment.
(510) 983-7584 View (510) 983-7584

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Danielle Vanaman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Castro Valley, CA 94546  (Online Only)
I believe therapy is a collaborative and creative endeavor, and provide a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your identity, relationships, history, and desired changes. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you create lasting changes, and am also influenced by Mindfulness, Narrative, Relational, and Systemic approaches to therapy. I am certified in the Triple P Positive Parenting Program and trained in Trauma-Focused CBT. I am also supportive and affirmative of clients of all sexual orientations and gender identifications, and can assist with issues such as coming out, homophobia, and LGBT relationship or parenting issues.
I believe therapy is a collaborative and creative endeavor, and provide a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your identity, relationships, history, and desired changes. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you create lasting changes, and am also influenced by Mindfulness, Narrative, Relational, and Systemic approaches to therapy. I am certified in the Triple P Positive Parenting Program and trained in Trauma-Focused CBT. I am also supportive and affirmative of clients of all sexual orientations and gender identifications, and can assist with issues such as coming out, homophobia, and LGBT relationship or parenting issues.
(510) 849-6886 View (510) 849-6886
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Sandy Huynh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
Change is the one constant in life - but how do we adapt or make sense of it? My approach is relational and warm, with a focus on holding an expansive container for you to explore the depth of your feelings and what they mean to you. I integrate mindfulness based breathing practices, somatic practices, Eastern/Western philosophy, a psychodynamic (how the past impacts the present) lens, and the belief that we're all imperfect humans trying to figure out this messy endeavor of being alive. I welcome all the parts that make up who you are and the wisdom they have to share. I want to support you in living an aligned life.
Change is the one constant in life - but how do we adapt or make sense of it? My approach is relational and warm, with a focus on holding an expansive container for you to explore the depth of your feelings and what they mean to you. I integrate mindfulness based breathing practices, somatic practices, Eastern/Western philosophy, a psychodynamic (how the past impacts the present) lens, and the belief that we're all imperfect humans trying to figure out this messy endeavor of being alive. I welcome all the parts that make up who you are and the wisdom they have to share. I want to support you in living an aligned life.
(510) 328-4109 View (510) 328-4109
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Brianna Cassel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94539
Hi, I'm Brianna! I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Colorado. I have spent most of my career working with the adolescent population and their families. Making a positive impact on their lives and futures has been incredibly rewarding. My professional journey has also included counseling adults through divorce, hardship, and life's obstacles. The types of clients I have worked with really vary from adjustment or relational issues to more intensive and pervasive psychological disorders.
Hi, I'm Brianna! I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Colorado. I have spent most of my career working with the adolescent population and their families. Making a positive impact on their lives and futures has been incredibly rewarding. My professional journey has also included counseling adults through divorce, hardship, and life's obstacles. The types of clients I have worked with really vary from adjustment or relational issues to more intensive and pervasive psychological disorders.
(510) 824-8300 View (510) 824-8300
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Benedict Choi Lmft Emdr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, EFIT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94539
I am experienced in trauma, relational conflicts as well as depression and anxiety.
I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you identify and resolve unhealthy patterns that keep you from moving forward. You might be feeling stuck due to becoming emotionally disconnected with your partner, experiencing a traumatic event or struggling to perform at your optimal level at work. You want to rediscover intimacy, purpose and joy. Let me join you in developing effective coping skills to manage life's daily challenges.
I am experienced in trauma, relational conflicts as well as depression and anxiety.
I offer a safe and supportive environment to help you identify and resolve unhealthy patterns that keep you from moving forward. You might be feeling stuck due to becoming emotionally disconnected with your partner, experiencing a traumatic event or struggling to perform at your optimal level at work. You want to rediscover intimacy, purpose and joy. Let me join you in developing effective coping skills to manage life's daily challenges.
(714) 880-8775 View (714) 880-8775
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Edina C Adler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, Mediatr
Verified Verified
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Is your marriage or partnership showing signs of stress? Not sure if blending families is a good idea? Over 60% of blended families in the U.S. do not succeed and this impacts children's mental health. I help couples in conflict or who have grown apart create a more loving home using evidence-based methods, including the Gottman Method, Terry Real's Relational Life and Bader-Pearson Couples Therapy. I utilize compassion- and mindfulness-based methods to improve your parenting AND your partnership at the same time, while addressing the underlying causes of conflicts. I work primarily with adults.
Is your marriage or partnership showing signs of stress? Not sure if blending families is a good idea? Over 60% of blended families in the U.S. do not succeed and this impacts children's mental health. I help couples in conflict or who have grown apart create a more loving home using evidence-based methods, including the Gottman Method, Terry Real's Relational Life and Bader-Pearson Couples Therapy. I utilize compassion- and mindfulness-based methods to improve your parenting AND your partnership at the same time, while addressing the underlying causes of conflicts. I work primarily with adults.
(925) 989-0967 View (925) 989-0967
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Quality For Life Coaching
MAPhD, program, complet, CRS-DAP
Verified Verified
Dublin, CA 94568
If you feel defeated in your personal chaos, or LOST in a relational situation, I CAN help. I commit to provide you SAFE space, full of compassion, ZERO judgment! I will engage WITH YOU so that TOGETHER, we stimulate thinking, ideas & feelings. INTERACTIVE, not NOTES! I'd be honored to support you. As your Coach, I'm "in it" with you. I'm by your side & I'll have your back! The painful state you are in MUST seem like GRIDLOCK. Too big to shift? I CAN HELP. We CAN shift this & I'm saying ..to an amazing STATE! To choose a stranger (PSY TODAY) to help you, now that's HARD! PLZ stay BRAVE & let me prove how great this can get!
If you feel defeated in your personal chaos, or LOST in a relational situation, I CAN help. I commit to provide you SAFE space, full of compassion, ZERO judgment! I will engage WITH YOU so that TOGETHER, we stimulate thinking, ideas & feelings. INTERACTIVE, not NOTES! I'd be honored to support you. As your Coach, I'm "in it" with you. I'm by your side & I'll have your back! The painful state you are in MUST seem like GRIDLOCK. Too big to shift? I CAN HELP. We CAN shift this & I'm saying ..to an amazing STATE! To choose a stranger (PSY TODAY) to help you, now that's HARD! PLZ stay BRAVE & let me prove how great this can get!
(925) 281-0592 View (925) 281-0592
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Anica Leon-Weil
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560  (Online Only)
I use a holistic and varied approach drawing from many modalities along with a backdrop of trauma focused, racial and social justice informed, compassionate, and self-determination based care. I have experience working with folks across the lifespan and have particular specialization and interest in regards to relational issues including polyamory/open relationships, as well as work stress, self esteem, boundary setting, life transitions, sexuality, substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, & perinatal/postpartum.
I use a holistic and varied approach drawing from many modalities along with a backdrop of trauma focused, racial and social justice informed, compassionate, and self-determination based care. I have experience working with folks across the lifespan and have particular specialization and interest in regards to relational issues including polyamory/open relationships, as well as work stress, self esteem, boundary setting, life transitions, sexuality, substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, & perinatal/postpartum.
(415) 429-4460 View (415) 429-4460
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Andrea K Chan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
I believe we all yearn to be understood and my work with you is built on this as a cornerstone. I foster an environment that is rooted in non-judgmental listening and empathic understanding of your past, present and future. I offer psychodynamic, relational treatment, informed by evidence-based psychological theories and models. Therapy will be individually-tailored to your specific needs and struggles. In addition to my private practice, I am currently working at a community-based mental health clinic, as a staff psychologist and clinical supervisor to psychological interns, trainees, and unlicensed clinicians.
I believe we all yearn to be understood and my work with you is built on this as a cornerstone. I foster an environment that is rooted in non-judgmental listening and empathic understanding of your past, present and future. I offer psychodynamic, relational treatment, informed by evidence-based psychological theories and models. Therapy will be individually-tailored to your specific needs and struggles. In addition to my private practice, I am currently working at a community-based mental health clinic, as a staff psychologist and clinical supervisor to psychological interns, trainees, and unlicensed clinicians.
(510) 327-3126 View (510) 327-3126
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Thema S Page
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Castro Valley, CA 94546
My style is compassionate, interactive, assertive, and relational.
I am a non-judgmental compassionate licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience working with children, families, teens, and adults. I am sensitive to cultural, multiethnic, and racial issues. I have experience with conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and crisis de-escalation.
My style is compassionate, interactive, assertive, and relational.
I am a non-judgmental compassionate licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years of experience working with children, families, teens, and adults. I am sensitive to cultural, multiethnic, and racial issues. I have experience with conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and crisis de-escalation.
(510) 756-3144 View (510) 756-3144
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Yufei Chen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
My name is Yufei Chen. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Millbrae, California. I use a client-centered and relational approach to support adolescent and adult clients through life transitions, identity exploration, existential dread, relationship issues, and other stressful situations. Issues I have experience serving include perfectionism, burnout, immigration stress, perinatal issues and parenting struggles, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Yufei Chen. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Millbrae, California. I use a client-centered and relational approach to support adolescent and adult clients through life transitions, identity exploration, existential dread, relationship issues, and other stressful situations. Issues I have experience serving include perfectionism, burnout, immigration stress, perinatal issues and parenting struggles, anxiety, and depression.
(323) 649-6991 View (323) 649-6991
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Chelsea Mattiello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newark, CA 94560
My client base includes those who have or are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relational stressors, internal conflict, life transition obstacles, and women's issues.
Hi! My name is Chelsea Mattiello, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I honor you as a unique individual with your own intersection of identities, pain, perceptions, and experiences of the world and I believe your past helps to tell your current story. My approach to therapy is flexible though I commonly utilize the following theories: Person-Centered (allowing you to find your own answers), Acceptance and Commitment (finding value-based intentional action), and Strength-Based (identifying your internal resourcefulness).
My client base includes those who have or are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relational stressors, internal conflict, life transition obstacles, and women's issues.
Hi! My name is Chelsea Mattiello, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I honor you as a unique individual with your own intersection of identities, pain, perceptions, and experiences of the world and I believe your past helps to tell your current story. My approach to therapy is flexible though I commonly utilize the following theories: Person-Centered (allowing you to find your own answers), Acceptance and Commitment (finding value-based intentional action), and Strength-Based (identifying your internal resourcefulness).
(626) 669-1951 View (626) 669-1951
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Rascal Roubos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Castro Valley, CA 94546
As a clinician, I integrate relational mindfulness, somatic awareness skills, a sense of humor, and anti-oppression-focused narrative therapy frameworks.
You are not your problems, the problem is the problem! Together we can begin to discern the difference and take action toward change. I am a white, genderqueer therapist dedicated to facilitating personal, interpersonal and collective healing through relationships and organizing. I specialize in supporting people experiencing issues related to boundaries, self-respect, burnout, anger, social/racial justice, healing trauma, identity development, existential questions, sexuality, gender identity, and life transitions. LGBTQ, poly, and kink identities welcome. More at: www.tidepooltherapy.com and www.traumaconsciouspraxis.com
As a clinician, I integrate relational mindfulness, somatic awareness skills, a sense of humor, and anti-oppression-focused narrative therapy frameworks.
You are not your problems, the problem is the problem! Together we can begin to discern the difference and take action toward change. I am a white, genderqueer therapist dedicated to facilitating personal, interpersonal and collective healing through relationships and organizing. I specialize in supporting people experiencing issues related to boundaries, self-respect, burnout, anger, social/racial justice, healing trauma, identity development, existential questions, sexuality, gender identity, and life transitions. LGBTQ, poly, and kink identities welcome. More at: www.tidepooltherapy.com and www.traumaconsciouspraxis.com
(510) 880-1858 View (510) 880-1858
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Joy Bodzioch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hayward, CA 94540
What does it mean to enjoy emotional, spiritual, & relational wellness? It means to enjoy the best life can offer.
Looking for someone to help you overcome your challenges while supporting you in achieving your most important goals? I'm Dr. Joy. I fuse positive psychology & Christian spirituality, using a unique 8-step model that incorporates the best strategies for powerful, rapid personal transformation. I love helping clients gauge & celebrate their progress in therapy while experiencing progressively greater self-worth, confidence, personal fulfillment & success. I combine 3 decades of rich experience with the financial/scheduling flexibility usually found in newer therapists. Call me for a free half-hour consultation!
What does it mean to enjoy emotional, spiritual, & relational wellness? It means to enjoy the best life can offer.
Looking for someone to help you overcome your challenges while supporting you in achieving your most important goals? I'm Dr. Joy. I fuse positive psychology & Christian spirituality, using a unique 8-step model that incorporates the best strategies for powerful, rapid personal transformation. I love helping clients gauge & celebrate their progress in therapy while experiencing progressively greater self-worth, confidence, personal fulfillment & success. I combine 3 decades of rich experience with the financial/scheduling flexibility usually found in newer therapists. Call me for a free half-hour consultation!
(520) 263-8208 View (520) 263-8208

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Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.