Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA

Here at Silver Fern Therapy, Inc. we are committed to providing a safe space with therapists who are free of bias, prejudice, discrimination, harassment, and actively practice cultural humility. We stand against racial and social injustice and are allies for all persons of color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and age. The practice of insight and vulnerability resides in our core work as we look to contribute in helpful and healing ways. This, we believe and practice.

It's important to me that you feel better as soon as possible. I work with a range of clients from children to elders. I've worked extensively with children and teens who are challenged with depression or anxiety due to school pressures, ADHD, peer problems, divorce, abuse or trauma, as well as loss and grief. I understand that events from the past can negatively impact how you are living today. I've worked a lot with adults abused as children, adult children of alcoholics or drug addicts, and individuals with mentally ill family members.

These current times are absolutely challenging & I hope you are finding your way to support from a variety of places! Therapy can be a place to feel safe, connected, supported, &cared for. A place to find relief, time out, &a place to sort out priorities. Ongoing issues like low self-esteem, grief, transitions, depression & anxiety can feel even more intense at this time. There are breakthrough psychological approaches that can help you achieve much faster &deeper results than you might have known including EMDR, EFT, heartmath, &DNMS. In many cases, these can offer dramatic & lasting changes! I hope you will reach out -

Compassionate, insightful and warm, I get how discouraging and overwhelming life might be: in spite of arguments, discussions and promises, things don't seem to change in your relationships; or when you have plans for your life that don't seem to move forward; simply put, how hard it is to feel good when you're not getting what you need. Lots of people find that even though life's stressors can interfere with the joy, effectiveness, connection, ease, and intimacy they desire, it can be an opportunity for positive change; I'd like to help you make those changes.

I am currently accepting client for psychological testing only. E-mail is the best way to reach me. As a clinical psychologist, I offer therapy and coaching for personal/professional growth. I work with clients to enhance coping with stress, bolster resiliency, as well as to overcome obstacles to living more fully. I also specialize in psychological/personality and intellectual/academic testing and assessment. I have worked with clients of all ages from numerous intersecting ethnic, racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds, as well as a wide range of sexual and gender orientations, and various abilities/disabilities.

When life gets overwhelming and stressful, do you have a supportive way to work things through? My clients tell me that they feel deeply listened to and understood in the work we do together. Whether as a therapist or a coach, my style is warm and highly interactive. I will guide you with a gentle approach so that you discover more of your wholeness and create solutions that are fully your own. Imagine yourself feeling comfortable in your own skin and sustained in making your life fit you. I am here to provide you with the support you deserve so that you can make positive changes you so deeply desire.

My belief as a therapist is that we all possess innate and unique strengths that are best highlighted when we feel supported. This support is the impetus for change and for developing a stronger sense of resilience. My purpose as a therapist is to support you in finding your own ways to reach peace, wholeness, and tranquility. In doing so, you will help improve your relationships with others.

I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing challenges in their lives - including school or work performance, relationships with family and friends, or self-esteem. As a parent you might notice your child withdrawing, not interacting as usual with friends and family, getting into more fights or trouble, or struggling with self-confidence. Sleeping and eating habits and other daily routines may be affected as well. When you feel as though you don't know what else to do, reaching out and getting help through counseling can be the best alternative.

My work with preteens, teens, families, and individual adults is both nurturing and direct. I use a relational, strengths-based, and systemic lens. I strongly believe that the relationship we build together is of fundamental importance to the healing process and that therapy is most effective when I create conditions that allow you to bring your full self into the space. I will tailor our work together to address your particular presenting challenges, taking into account your personal history, your socio-cultural background, your many strengths, and the immense expertise you bring about your own life.

I am a clinical psychologist based in Walnut Creek, CA. My graduate and postgraduate training included most major approaches to psychotherapy. When I begin psychotherapy with someone, my intent is to work in partnership with you. My style is one of active collaboration. Only with both of us involved, sharing our thoughts and ideas, can a safe and effective working environment develop. Change isn't easy. If it was, you might not be thinking about therapy.

I offer a dynamic and caring approach to therapy that actively engages adolescents, young adults and adults in uncovering barriers to enjoying a full and balanced life. I provide an environment where clients can learn to manage stress, sadness, loneliness and disappointment in healthy ways, while making concrete behavioral changes and positive choices. My clients have experienced positive changes that have led to increased happiness and fulfillment with their lives and goals. Relationships with others are improved, and family life becomes more functional and harmonious.

Are you having trouble functioning? Are you experiencing insomnia, sadness, anxiety? Everyone faces life challenges at some point. It is helpful to talk to an empathetic professional trained to help you develop new perspectives. I have over 20 years experience helping clients make changes and heal and provide a confidential, supportive environment for doing so. Some specialized tools that I offer in addition to talk therapy are Guided Imagery, Hypnosis,Mindfulness and Relaxation exercises. These can reduce your stress and are beneficial physically and emotionally. Clients describe me as genuine, warm, and professional.

Whether your relationship is in crisis or has simply lost its way, I offer practical support in reducing overwhelm and helping you rework and revitalize your relationship. In the process of resolving surface-level conflicts, my goal is to help you establish intimacy and connection, deeper and stronger than you may have been able to experience before.

I work with clients experiencing life changes, grief and trauma. My work includes children, adolescents and adults who are suffering loss/trauma and life changing issues. I am a licensed clinical social worker, believing in a strengths based approach. Everyone has strengths to pull from, I can help you find and cultivate those strengths.The relationship between client and counselor is the most important part of this process.

I specialize in Couples Counseling and Individual Psychotherapy that focuses on recovering from difficult, and upsetting experiences. I have extensive training and experience working with couples who are struggling with relationship frustrations and difficulties. Relationships can be complicated and often couples get stuck in cycles of disappointment that they can't resolve. Sometimes the relationship becomes volatile or disconnected. I help couples learn effective communication skills, and find deeper meaning in their relationship. We can work together to create a successful relationship for you and your partner. Please visit my website for more information at www.saradietzeltherapy.com

As a cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help children, teens and young adults uncover their true potential and lead lives that are more enjoyable, peaceful and worth celebrating. Although I see a range of issues in my practice, I specialize in treating anxious children and teens who have intense difficulty managing strong or dangerous feelings. I offer parenting support to help improve the often strained relationships within the family. In addition, I work with young adults to help negotiate the challenges that present during this transitional time such as independence, personal identity and life goals.

At some point in our lives each of us faces obstacles or barriers we can't seem to overcome on our own. It's part of the human condition. Fortunately, professional counseling and psychotherapy can help you develop ways of moving forward through the places where you feel stuck. The empathic, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship I offer can help you discover, or rediscover, your own strengths to heal, thrive, and create the relationships and life you desire.