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Available both in-person and online
Berkeley, CA 94707
Sometimes life poses challenges or does not work out the way we hoped. At some point, everyone needs help during difficult times. Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space to foster growth, healing, and self-compassion. I love working with people of all ages. I am deeply committed to meeting you and/or your child wherever you/they are so that over time you can find more ease and clarity in your daily and inner life.
My music and writing background and my psychodynamic and play therapy training inform my treatment of each child, teen, and adult in a creative and individual way. My empathetic, collaborative, and culturally sensitive approach is grounded in depth-oriented relational psychotherapy using a trauma-focused, attachment-based lens. EMDRIA trained, I offer EMDR.
Some of the reasons people may reach out to me may include: Gender identity and expression; Emotional regulation; Loss or grief; Family and life transitions; Feelings of depression, anxiety, or irritation; Relationship or job dissatisfaction; School-related stress; Coping with trauma; Living with disability, cancer and/or chronic illness.
Take the first step to help. Call or Catherine Metzger now - (341) 895-5774

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Berkeley, CA 94707

(341) 895-5774
My website
I offer therapy sessions in person at my office in Berkeley and online via video.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Gender identity and expression 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (341) 895-5774
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Berkeley, CA 94707

(341) 895-5774
My website
I offer therapy sessions in person at my office in Berkeley and online via video.
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Gender identity and expression 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $225
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
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I accept payment electronically (or by cash or check) at the time of session. Although I am not in-network with any insurance, I can provide a receipt for services (a superbill) that may help some clients get reimbursed. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774
"
I accept payment electronically (or by cash or check) at the time of session. Although I am not in-network with any insurance, I can provide a receipt for services (a superbill) that may help some clients get reimbursed. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 149527 Catherine Metzger
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended The Wright Institute, MA, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from The Psychotherapy Institute 2022
  • Degree/Diploma from Columbia University in the City of New York MFA / 1985
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I have over 7 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults, teens, children and families. Licensed in California. I hold certifications in trauma-informed and psychodynamic therapy and am EMDRIA trained in EMDR. I engage in ongoing consultation, training, and my own personal therapy.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774
"
I have over 7 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults, teens, children and families. Licensed in California. I hold certifications in trauma-informed and psychodynamic therapy and am EMDRIA trained in EMDR. I engage in ongoing consultation, training, and my own personal therapy.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Gender identity and expression

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Cancer
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I often work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma related to relationships or family. I also see young people dealing with identity issues or emotional regulation. During our first sessions, if you're young, we will play, or we'll talk directly about what's on your mind and heart if you're older. I also offer EMDR. My clients find therapy offers symptom relief and more joy!
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774
"
I often work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma related to relationships or family. I also see young people dealing with identity issues or emotional regulation. During our first sessions, if you're young, we will play, or we'll talk directly about what's on your mind and heart if you're older. I also offer EMDR. My clients find therapy offers symptom relief and more joy!
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774

2 Endorsements

Dr. Matthew Van
Dr. Matthew Van
PsychologistPsyD
Catherine is an incredibly warm, compassionate, and creative clinician. Her kind, perceptive, and collaborative approach allows for truly meaningful work to take place in a safe, open environment. I am excited to refer patients to her when I can.
Alia Al-Zand: ADHD, Anxiety and Trauma Recovery
Alia Al-Zand: ADHD, Anxiety and Trauma Recovery
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
I met Catherine during my post-grad training. I found her to be highly intuitive, insightful and warm. She was able to provide valuable reflections on complex challenges and translate those into effective client care. I recommend Catherine highly.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a psychodynamic, relational approach, so together we will explore the feelings, thoughts, experiences, and/or memories that brought you to therapy. EMDRIA trained, I find EMDR helpful as well as mindfulness, somatic and trauma-focused therapies. With children, I use play therapy and the creative arts to help them identify, manage, and express their thoughts and feelings in healthy ways.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774
"
I use a psychodynamic, relational approach, so together we will explore the feelings, thoughts, experiences, and/or memories that brought you to therapy. EMDRIA trained, I find EMDR helpful as well as mindfulness, somatic and trauma-focused therapies. With children, I use play therapy and the creative arts to help them identify, manage, and express their thoughts and feelings in healthy ways.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (341) 895-5774

Location

Primary Location

Berkeley, CA 94707

(341) 895-5774
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I offer therapy sessions in person at my office in Berkeley and online via video.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (341) 895-5774
"
I offer therapy sessions in person at my office in Berkeley and online via video.
Photo of Catherine Metzger, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Catherine Metzger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (341) 895-5774