Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA

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Pure Serenity Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596  (Online Only)
It’s early in the morning, and your eyes pop open to the sound of a blaring alarm clock. Groaning, you hit the snooze button as you start dreading the grueling day ahead. Lying in bed, you scroll through your phone, looking for the motivation to get you through this day. Instead, you're met with images of women with perfect bodies and perfect lives. You can’t help but compare yourself to them. A voice says, “that’ll never be you; it can't be.” You try to dismiss it, but the voice in your head gets louder. You can’t shake the feeling that you don’t deserve happiness or success in your life. You feel lost and defeated.
It’s early in the morning, and your eyes pop open to the sound of a blaring alarm clock. Groaning, you hit the snooze button as you start dreading the grueling day ahead. Lying in bed, you scroll through your phone, looking for the motivation to get you through this day. Instead, you're met with images of women with perfect bodies and perfect lives. You can’t help but compare yourself to them. A voice says, “that’ll never be you; it can't be.” You try to dismiss it, but the voice in your head gets louder. You can’t shake the feeling that you don’t deserve happiness or success in your life. You feel lost and defeated.
(510) 949-3702 View (510) 949-3702
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Katie Sharpe (Tittle)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Somatic
Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
You are doing the best you can. If you could snap your fingers and stop the anxious thoughts and worries you would, right? I understand the fear of being trapped in your negative experiences and how helpless that can feel without loving support. The truth is life is as challenging as it is remarkable and respecting how trauma, stress, neglect, or illness are showing up in your body and experience is paramount to healing. Trauma can show up as patterns of protection that keep us stuck in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, hopelessness, and fear. And keep us from enjoying secure and loving relationships with others.
You are doing the best you can. If you could snap your fingers and stop the anxious thoughts and worries you would, right? I understand the fear of being trapped in your negative experiences and how helpless that can feel without loving support. The truth is life is as challenging as it is remarkable and respecting how trauma, stress, neglect, or illness are showing up in your body and experience is paramount to healing. Trauma can show up as patterns of protection that keep us stuck in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger, hopelessness, and fear. And keep us from enjoying secure and loving relationships with others.
(925) 239-4926 View (925) 239-4926
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Kathryn H. Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I have been in private practice for 10 years, successfully treating men and women with a variety of problems. I also facilitate groups for cancer patients and their families at The Wellness Community. Life inevitably brings trauma, losses, transitions and unwanted changes to all of us. There are times when trained and experienced professional can be helpful in negotiating these stressors.
I have been in private practice for 10 years, successfully treating men and women with a variety of problems. I also facilitate groups for cancer patients and their families at The Wellness Community. Life inevitably brings trauma, losses, transitions and unwanted changes to all of us. There are times when trained and experienced professional can be helpful in negotiating these stressors.
(925) 906-9785 View (925) 906-9785
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Jaime Gomez
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Life's journey can be filled with twists and turns, and sometimes, the challenges we face can leave lasting marks on our hearts and minds. If you're reading this, know that you're not alone. I'm here to offer you a hand along this path of healing and growth. As a Marine Corps veteran and a bilingual trainee in Clinical Psychology at Alliant International University, I understand firsthand the intricate web of emotions and experiences that life can weave. I've walked paths that might be similar to yours, and I bring that understanding into the therapy room.
Life's journey can be filled with twists and turns, and sometimes, the challenges we face can leave lasting marks on our hearts and minds. If you're reading this, know that you're not alone. I'm here to offer you a hand along this path of healing and growth. As a Marine Corps veteran and a bilingual trainee in Clinical Psychology at Alliant International University, I understand firsthand the intricate web of emotions and experiences that life can weave. I've walked paths that might be similar to yours, and I bring that understanding into the therapy room.
(925) 633-5548 View (925) 633-5548
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Jonathan Newsum
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Therapy is so much more than symptom management. I provide a tailored approach to best address the needs for you and your loved ones. A comprehensive approach that focuses on helping you move past symptoms and begin to heal and thrive. I implement an integrative approach including CBT - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT - Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, ABFT - Attachment Based Family Therapy, Play Therapy, BSP - Brainspotting, Somatic Therapy, Positive Psychology, Gottman, Biofeedback and Neurofeedback. Whether you are seeking support through a current crisis or seeking to develop a long-term partnership I will be there to help.
Therapy is so much more than symptom management. I provide a tailored approach to best address the needs for you and your loved ones. A comprehensive approach that focuses on helping you move past symptoms and begin to heal and thrive. I implement an integrative approach including CBT - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT - Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, ABFT - Attachment Based Family Therapy, Play Therapy, BSP - Brainspotting, Somatic Therapy, Positive Psychology, Gottman, Biofeedback and Neurofeedback. Whether you are seeking support through a current crisis or seeking to develop a long-term partnership I will be there to help.
(925) 238-6681 View (925) 238-6681
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David Shaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595  (Online Only)
I have 45 years of experience helping clients talk about their current lives. With this information I am able to gain a clear description of what is important for my clients. I know each client has their unique ways of expressing themself. For my part I approach each client in a calm caring manner. My intention is to establish a safe environment for self-disclosure. Being a therapist is part of my passion in life. It has always been more than a career. It is part of my spiritual path. While the therapeutic method is important the connection the therapist and client have with one another is the key to the healing process.
I have 45 years of experience helping clients talk about their current lives. With this information I am able to gain a clear description of what is important for my clients. I know each client has their unique ways of expressing themself. For my part I approach each client in a calm caring manner. My intention is to establish a safe environment for self-disclosure. Being a therapist is part of my passion in life. It has always been more than a career. It is part of my spiritual path. While the therapeutic method is important the connection the therapist and client have with one another is the key to the healing process.
(925) 258-2681 View (925) 258-2681
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John A Barakos Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Hello! I am an MFT and I specialize in managing conflict, I can help when it seems that you are constantly battling with your child. I work in the short term to stabalize the situation and get everyone back to the table. Then we work together to resolve the underlying issues. I mostly work with at risk adolescents and their families. These are young people who have had conflicts at home, trouble at school and/or trouble with the law.
Hello! I am an MFT and I specialize in managing conflict, I can help when it seems that you are constantly battling with your child. I work in the short term to stabalize the situation and get everyone back to the table. Then we work together to resolve the underlying issues. I mostly work with at risk adolescents and their families. These are young people who have had conflicts at home, trouble at school and/or trouble with the law.
(925) 270-0331 View (925) 270-0331
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Nancy Mullin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Waitlist for new clients
I know that the search for a therapist can be incredibly challenging, especially when things are feeling most difficult or confusing. I specialize in providing family therapy, couples therapy, and individual therapy with teens and adults, and am often trusted to support people with the most vulnerable aspects of their lives. If it feels like I may be a good fit for you and your family, I am ready to facilitate a process with you that honors your needs and wishes while finding the best path forward.
I know that the search for a therapist can be incredibly challenging, especially when things are feeling most difficult or confusing. I specialize in providing family therapy, couples therapy, and individual therapy with teens and adults, and am often trusted to support people with the most vulnerable aspects of their lives. If it feels like I may be a good fit for you and your family, I am ready to facilitate a process with you that honors your needs and wishes while finding the best path forward.
(925) 397-0393 View (925) 397-0393
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Linda A Kline
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Psychotherapy works when you're supported by a trained trusted professional. I may be that person for you. Is it time to dig deeper and seek support needed to help you find more joy, more self respect? We all have stress and doubts in our self. Some of us have trouble handling that stress. I will work with you through nonjudgmental support and understanding, to help you better understand who you are, how you got there, and whether a few changes to your thinking and behavior might help you find the joy you are missing, improve your relationships and to better manage your stress, while learning how to show up for yourself.
Psychotherapy works when you're supported by a trained trusted professional. I may be that person for you. Is it time to dig deeper and seek support needed to help you find more joy, more self respect? We all have stress and doubts in our self. Some of us have trouble handling that stress. I will work with you through nonjudgmental support and understanding, to help you better understand who you are, how you got there, and whether a few changes to your thinking and behavior might help you find the joy you are missing, improve your relationships and to better manage your stress, while learning how to show up for yourself.
(925) 297-5902 View (925) 297-5902
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Shabnam Janet Janani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, RSW
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing burnout in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Let me help you. My therapeutic approach helps you to be more aware of your fears, resentments, anger, anxiety, negative thoughts, and undesirable habits. On the next step, I will assist you to overcome all these challenges. On every level, this process improves your relationships with family, partner, co-workers, friends, and more importantly with your own sense of self. During the course of therapy, I commit myself in providing a confidential, empathic, and collaborative approach to build an effective relationship with you.
Are you experiencing burnout in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Let me help you. My therapeutic approach helps you to be more aware of your fears, resentments, anger, anxiety, negative thoughts, and undesirable habits. On the next step, I will assist you to overcome all these challenges. On every level, this process improves your relationships with family, partner, co-workers, friends, and more importantly with your own sense of self. During the course of therapy, I commit myself in providing a confidential, empathic, and collaborative approach to build an effective relationship with you.
(650) 995-5278 View (650) 995-5278
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Institute of Mindful Therapy Group Practice
LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Are you struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. Have you experienced past traumas, or going through a difficult life transition, or are you struggling with relationships? Whatever the issue may be, we want to recognize and acknowledge that we can help to address your challenges. Our group of talented therapists help you by providing you with emotional support, guidance by incorporating modalities such as Ketamine, mindfulness and client centered approach. We will also work on helping to develop tools and techniques to help you cope with you symptoms and improve your overall well-being.
Are you struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. Have you experienced past traumas, or going through a difficult life transition, or are you struggling with relationships? Whatever the issue may be, we want to recognize and acknowledge that we can help to address your challenges. Our group of talented therapists help you by providing you with emotional support, guidance by incorporating modalities such as Ketamine, mindfulness and client centered approach. We will also work on helping to develop tools and techniques to help you cope with you symptoms and improve your overall well-being.
(925) 393-0363 View (925) 393-0363
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Ellen Raboin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
We can get stuck in patterns in our relationships at home or work that are stressful and depleting. I welcome couples and families struggling with unhealthy dynamics, new parents or parents in new situations, individuals who want support building effective communications, managing emotions, moving through significant life changes, or living with trauma , adverse childhood experiences, anxiety and depression.
We can get stuck in patterns in our relationships at home or work that are stressful and depleting. I welcome couples and families struggling with unhealthy dynamics, new parents or parents in new situations, individuals who want support building effective communications, managing emotions, moving through significant life changes, or living with trauma , adverse childhood experiences, anxiety and depression.
(925) 291-5520 View (925) 291-5520
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Lance Danielsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
My approach is a combination of talk-therapy and mindfulness practices such as conscious breathing, sensory awareness, and guided meditations. These techniques aim to teach you to learn how to regulate your nervous system and explore the parts of yourself that you wish to develop and grow. For those of you who might be looking to take your process even deeper, I also offer breathwork facilitation which combines powerful breathing techniques with evocative music.
My approach is a combination of talk-therapy and mindfulness practices such as conscious breathing, sensory awareness, and guided meditations. These techniques aim to teach you to learn how to regulate your nervous system and explore the parts of yourself that you wish to develop and grow. For those of you who might be looking to take your process even deeper, I also offer breathwork facilitation which combines powerful breathing techniques with evocative music.
(925) 521-6196 View (925) 521-6196
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Gretchen Palau
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94597  (Online Only)
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
(925) 261-7433 View (925) 261-7433
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Dr. Mickell Lethco
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
If you or your loved one is not functioning at their highest potential, then an assessment may be right for you. Problems at school with academics, behavior, or social interactions. Difficulties with procrastination, organization, turning things in on time, regulating emotions, or managing relationships effectively. Changes in learning or memory that are impacting the ability to get things done. All of these are challenges my clients face.
If you or your loved one is not functioning at their highest potential, then an assessment may be right for you. Problems at school with academics, behavior, or social interactions. Difficulties with procrastination, organization, turning things in on time, regulating emotions, or managing relationships effectively. Changes in learning or memory that are impacting the ability to get things done. All of these are challenges my clients face.
(925) 304-3937 View (925) 304-3937
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Brittany Sealey-Neitro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Do you or anyone you know struggle with borderline personality disorder or other mood disorders? I am the therapist for you. We will work on learning how to cope better with life's struggles, fix both personal and professional relationships while finding out how to feel better. I like to use a client centered and relationship centered approach. Depression and anxiety are common symptoms that people with these conditions have to deal with everyday. I am well versed with these diagnosis and can help you manage your symptoms in a healthy way by digging deep into the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
Do you or anyone you know struggle with borderline personality disorder or other mood disorders? I am the therapist for you. We will work on learning how to cope better with life's struggles, fix both personal and professional relationships while finding out how to feel better. I like to use a client centered and relationship centered approach. Depression and anxiety are common symptoms that people with these conditions have to deal with everyday. I am well versed with these diagnosis and can help you manage your symptoms in a healthy way by digging deep into the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
(925) 267-6744 View (925) 267-6744
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Andrew Lindeman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Is your child struggling with behavior problems, ADHD, depression or anxiety? Are you looking for a therapist with experience working with Autism (and Aspergers) Spectrum Disorders? I specialize in working with children and teens and have over 17 years of experience working with these populations. I have worked as a Behavior Therapist for children on the Autistic spectrum, have taught my own Day Treatment Intensive classroom (for children with extreme behavior challenges) and have worked for Contra Costa County Child and Adolescent Services. I have also worked in the Juvenile Justice department of Los Angeles County with Juvenile offenders.
Is your child struggling with behavior problems, ADHD, depression or anxiety? Are you looking for a therapist with experience working with Autism (and Aspergers) Spectrum Disorders? I specialize in working with children and teens and have over 17 years of experience working with these populations. I have worked as a Behavior Therapist for children on the Autistic spectrum, have taught my own Day Treatment Intensive classroom (for children with extreme behavior challenges) and have worked for Contra Costa County Child and Adolescent Services. I have also worked in the Juvenile Justice department of Los Angeles County with Juvenile offenders.
(925) 329-3088 View (925) 329-3088
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Griselda Oliver Bucio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Becoming a parent is a unique and transformative experience. From the moment of conception through the journey of parenting there is an array of unknown rewards, challenges and experiences. At times parents have no idea how they will feel or react to these challenges and realize that they need help and support through their own journey as parents. Research proves the way we were parented, the environment in which we developed, and the situations around us influence the way we feel and behave as parents.
Becoming a parent is a unique and transformative experience. From the moment of conception through the journey of parenting there is an array of unknown rewards, challenges and experiences. At times parents have no idea how they will feel or react to these challenges and realize that they need help and support through their own journey as parents. Research proves the way we were parented, the environment in which we developed, and the situations around us influence the way we feel and behave as parents.
(925) 406-3109 View (925) 406-3109
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Gina Ritorto
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I enjoy working with adolescents living with a wide range of presenting concerns. I provide individual counseling for teens, along with family sessions. I work within a collaborative model, integrating treatment techniques to build autonomy and coping skills. I work with teens and their community, to develop specific emotional, social, academic/education, and transitional goals. I have particular expertise in adolescents living with emotional disturbances, behavioral challenges, anger, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and trauma. I am also supporting individual adult clients.
I enjoy working with adolescents living with a wide range of presenting concerns. I provide individual counseling for teens, along with family sessions. I work within a collaborative model, integrating treatment techniques to build autonomy and coping skills. I work with teens and their community, to develop specific emotional, social, academic/education, and transitional goals. I have particular expertise in adolescents living with emotional disturbances, behavioral challenges, anger, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, and trauma. I am also supporting individual adult clients.
(707) 607-8333 View (707) 607-8333
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Chelsea Campton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
We could all use someone in our corner. I believe a collaborative, nurturing therapeutic relationship can transform pain into healing. I am a marriage and family therapist supporting individual adults and couples. Together we can address day to day anxieties and any unhealthy patterns that impede overall wellbeing. I empower clients to navigate whatever they are facing, from depression, anxiety, sexuality, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions.
We could all use someone in our corner. I believe a collaborative, nurturing therapeutic relationship can transform pain into healing. I am a marriage and family therapist supporting individual adults and couples. Together we can address day to day anxieties and any unhealthy patterns that impede overall wellbeing. I empower clients to navigate whatever they are facing, from depression, anxiety, sexuality, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions.
(925) 633-5649 View (925) 633-5649

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Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.