Jewish Therapists in 94925

I provide a warm, non-judgmental and practical coaching environment. My aim is to quickly help you identify the most pressing issues, then develop the most useful approaches to resolving them. My style is interactive and supportive, identifying important patterns and offering concrete feedback. I offer life coaching to individuals, couples and families across a wide range of issues, and my education and training make me uniquely qualified to help people working through life transitions, parenting dilemmas, chronic health conditions, emotional instability, addiction, and grief/bereavement (for human and companion animal loss).

Sometimes people find themselves repeating behavior patterns that don't help them move forward. Out of control thoughts, feelings and reactions can interfere with one’s sense of peace and wellbeing as well as relationships. If you can identify with any of these challenges, I can help you find your center and honor your life path.

Are you wondering how to stop feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Is perfectionism leading to burnt-out & lack of fulfillment? Maybe it feels like something is missing in your life & you're not sure what or where to start. If things get worse, you've become depressed or anxious. I believe you are more resilient than you know. I help overworked professionals learn to slow down and find their way back to joy. I know transformation happens when you feel connected, safe, and understood. Together we craft unique mindful practices to support your well-being. Working with me, you’ll design a self-care tool kit for the soul.

You feel isolated and overwhelmed in your journey into parenthood. You may be fed up with feeling like you aren't in control of your life, feeling anxious or alone. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to live without feeling guilt and shame. You’re ready to feel connected to yourself and your loved ones again. Most of all, you’re ready to find a way to go through the parenthood transition feeling positive and empowered.

If you are seeking a therapist for yourself, or for your child or teen, you may have observed concerning changes in one or more important domains: social, academic, or behavioral. You, or your child or teen, may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or less pleasure in activities previously enjoyed, or perhaps may be experiencing less joy and success – or more frustration, fear, or isolation – in school, at home, or in peer relationships. As a marriage and family therapist, I help children, teens, and adults to thrive – in school, in their families, in relationships … in life. My style is collaborative, skills-based, and respectful.

I'm a psychologist whose been working with adults for over 25 years. I teach tools and techniques for reducing symptoms and for changing problem behaviors. My specialty is treating all kinds of anxiety problems. If you suffer from OCD, panic, fears, excessive worrying, or shyness, I can help you. Sessions will involve a lot of active give-and-take. I use evidence-based (CBT) methods which have proven to be highly effective. Expect to get "homework" between appointments. Don't be surprised to see improvement within a few weeks.

Are you or your child unhappy, anxious, angry, or grieving? Perhaps you are adjusting to a bipolar diagnosis, recovering from trauma, struggling in relationships, seeking personal growth, or discovering your identity. Adults, couples, and children are all welcome in my practice! Together, we will consider the complexity of who and how you are—your unique combination of life experiences, temperament, culture, relationships, and more. In exploring formative experiences and present-day struggles and strengths, we will discover and address what is interfering with you having the life you desire.

I offer couples and individuals immediate insights, deeper clarity, and long-term improvement in an accepting and collaborative therapy environment. I'm a very experienced, analytical, and highly-trained psychotherapist (educated at UC Berkeley), yet I am practical, warm, and open. I work with people experiencing marital, parenting, career, spiritual, emotional, sexual, infertility, and addiction concerns; I'm expert at addressing those concerns. I enjoy working with couples and individuals who desire the help of a dedicated partner to more effectively navigate their relationships and lives.

You are not alone. I enjoy working with postpartum and pregnant woman and couples. The transition to parenthood is often a time of excitement but also a time of great change and disruption. Thinking together about the impact the arrival of a baby will have/has had on your relationship and lifestyle can alleviate many stressors and fears. I believe therapy can help you to gain new insights and a new perspective on how to connect with others, effectively cope with stress and pursue the life you desire.

You are looking to change something, feel better and strengthen relationships; therapy is the right place to start. Have you struggled with ADHD symptoms like disorganization, forgetfulness, poor follow through with low self-esteem? If you are a first responder or have been through a trauma (however small or severe) you want relief from intrusive thoughts, nightmares, persistent fear and impact on relationships and daily life. Or you may recently have discovered shocking DNA revelations from at-home DNA tests/ancestry websites and need support as you navigate known family secrets or searching for biological family.