Adults Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA

I love this work. We all need help from time to time, and we don't have to do it alone. If you are serious about getting the support you need, I can and want to help you. As a teacher, parent, and former psychotherapist, I bring over 40 years of experience working with adults , couples, young adults , and teens as well as with parents of teens. My greatest joy is supporting emotional healing and loving connections - with self, partners, family, and with friends. I provide coaching support online via video platforms, for Parenting, Relationship, Individual and Spiritual concerns. (Please visit JWHolley.com for details).

Hi, I've been in practice since 1980, I work best with adults and adolescents. My areas of interest are individual and couple therapy. Specific areas are stress disorders, eating disorders, sexual problems, substance abuse, anger, relationship problems, depression and anxiety disorders and coaching. I look at where you are emotionally, nutritionally, your physical fitness level and medical status.I do an evaluation and design a treatment plan to reach your goals.

Welcome to my profile page. I am a supportive, authentic, and direct therapist who prioritizes my clients' emotional safety and sense of connectedness. My background is in social work, so I take a holistic perspective and collaborate with each client on the best way we can work together to help them reach their goals. Each individual is more than just their psyche...their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are impacted by their relationships, environment, resources, and histories. I love hearing about all parts of my clients' lives so we can draw a map for how to help them function better.

Is life too hard? Are you overwhelmed with uncomfortable emotions: anxiety, depression, anger, or are you just plain numb or disengaged? Have you lost your joy and passion for life? I help adults understand and connect with themselves and those they value. I take a warm collaborative stance using a combination of relational, psychodynamic, and somatic approaches to help clients advance toward their emotional goals.

I've worked successfully with adults and adolescents for 20+ years. Many therapists are seasoned and technically sound, but to many clients, something still feels lacking. I receive repeated feedback regarding clients' appreciation of my nonjudgemental support and guidance, my ability to understand the great shame people feel about their relationships and lives. I have a knack for forming trusting relationships with teens, allowing them to experience open communication, which, over time, tends to replicate itself within the family system. I can help you with feelings of insecurity, anxiety, depression. I understand addiction issues and treatment strategies that work.

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.

Many are unsure if they have an addiction, or if they really are an alcoholic. Sometimes you drink too much, have regrets the next day, feel embarrassed about losing control and worry about your health. Drinking and using to numb the pain leaves you feeling very alone. You are sick of hiding, of keeping secrets. Should you stop altogether or figure out how to moderate? I can help this exploration in a non-judgmental way to find answers. Many people in recovery are often disappointed their ‘problems’ are not fixed; they feel stuck, depressed and anxious and relationship challenges persist.

Has the pandemic or other life events left you feeling overwhelmed or anxious? Have you or your family members experienced a traumatic event? Are you experiencing sexual frustrations of any kind? Are you going through a difficult time in your marriage? If any of these questions resonate with you, I may be able to help. I provide psychotherapy to adults and couples. My clinical orientation includes a strength-based and solution focused approach. Talk therapy is only a part of my practice. I pull from a variety of modalities that can incorporate breathing, art, and exercises specifically tailored to each client's unique needs.

Life will always have its ups and downs, but sometimes we can get stuck in the tough parts and need a bit of help getting out. I work with children, teens, and adults to manage feelings such as anxiety, depression, and low self-worth so they can get back to being their best selves and letting their strengths shine.

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, sociocultural, your many strengths, and the immense expertise you bring about your own life. ​

Welcome! I am experienced in working with children, adolescents, and adults with diverse identities and histories. The fundamental core of my practice is to foster a safe and nurturing environment with authenticity, spontaneity, and humor. As your therapist, I will listen closely, ask questions, share my observations, and offer insights and tools for us to consider together. My aim is to help you understand the roots of your thoughts, feelings, and actions. I pay close attention to the ways in which culture and society influence your sense of self and understanding of the world. No issue is too big or too small!

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 adolescents. 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.

Do you work from home, home school your children, care for a homebound relative or are just too busy traveling to work to schedule therapy appointments across town? Are you someone who works late evenings or works a “night shift” schedule and cannot see a therapist under the normal operative hours that most therapists offer? My private practice offers a solution to your dilemma. I only provide secure video therapy from the comfort and convenience of your home. I provide services to adults , couples, and families based in California only.

I work with sensitive children, teenagers and young adults who struggle with expressing themselves, experience anxiety and depression, and have difficulties in voicing their needs in relationships with family and friends and school. Many clients I work with can begin to miss out and avoid opportunities for growth and may experience fear and lack confidence to take chances and try new things. In my approach, I strive to provide a relaxed and judgment free zone for clients to build up their ability to express themselves, develop an understanding of their wants and needs, and begin to participate in life more with new found confidence.

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, Blind Spotting, 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.

I am a clinical psychologist licensed in the state of California (license number PSY 28050). I provide psychological assessments of children and adults . Neuropsychological assessment can be useful for identifying a cognitive basis for stumbling blocks with academic achievement, social functioning, or occupational success. I also provide forensic and independent medical evaluations for both criminal and civil matters, including mental health diversion, competence to stand trial, mitigating factors relating to cognitive and emotional functioning, personal injury, short- and long-term disability, and employment discrimination.

At some point we all struggle to adjustment to life's changes; it's normal to feel stuck and I believe people have what it takes to adjust. For the past 20 years, I have been working with children and teens who are struggling to balance the demands of school and their social life. I integrate parents in my work as much as possible. I also work with adults and Couples often come to me for help in distress and are confused about how or why their relationship has derailed. I am dedicated to helping people build stronger; more intimate relationships and I use several modalities when attempting to help couples in distress.

I believe the goal of therapy is to engage life in a more positive and enjoyable way while improving a sense of self and deepening relationships with others. As a family therapist for 23 years, I’ve always enjoyed providing a supportive space for children, teens, young adults and families to better understand themselves and the struggles they face. Together we explore tools and build on skills that bring relief. In 2023 many families are dealing with multiple stressors. These stresses are compounded when they see their child struggling with depression, anxiety, social problems or school issues.