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Kat Shotz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
Grief Counseling, Relationship Issues & Communication, Meditation and Somatic Work.
As we move through each day, it is easy to be distracted or pulled away from our center. Therapy is time set aside to slow down and examine what is meaningful. We all get stuck and can feel lost in life. Emotions can overwhelm us and we can feel disconnected and alone. Even, unsure how to move forward- not knowing the next step. When we come together in a supportive environment, healing does take place and shifts do happen in our lives. Reach out to me for a free phone consult to see if counseling is right for you.
Grief Counseling, Relationship Issues & Communication, Meditation and Somatic Work.
As we move through each day, it is easy to be distracted or pulled away from our center. Therapy is time set aside to slow down and examine what is meaningful. We all get stuck and can feel lost in life. Emotions can overwhelm us and we can feel disconnected and alone. Even, unsure how to move forward- not knowing the next step. When we come together in a supportive environment, healing does take place and shifts do happen in our lives. Reach out to me for a free phone consult to see if counseling is right for you.
(415) 691-2562 View (415) 691-2562
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Jill Nicole Peeler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94949
If you notice that you are feeling detached from others, emotional distress, relationship issues, depressed, anxiety, or just want a supportive environment to process life challenges please give me a call.
Jill Peeler is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing therapy for First Responders including, firefighters, EMS, law enforcement officers, veterans, and dispatchers with Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI), and Emergency Responder Exhaustion Syndrome. I also am competent in working with individuals as well as children that have been sexually assaulted, including military sexual trauma. My treatment modalities include individual and group psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
If you notice that you are feeling detached from others, emotional distress, relationship issues, depressed, anxiety, or just want a supportive environment to process life challenges please give me a call.
Jill Peeler is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing therapy for First Responders including, firefighters, EMS, law enforcement officers, veterans, and dispatchers with Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI), and Emergency Responder Exhaustion Syndrome. I also am competent in working with individuals as well as children that have been sexually assaulted, including military sexual trauma. My treatment modalities include individual and group psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
(415) 523-9061 View (415) 523-9061
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Lindsay Kittredge
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
ADHD, trauma, anxiety and depression impact families, interpersonal relationship, self-confidence, and seed unhealthy coping patterns.
People call me because they (or a loved one) is hurting; they want to sort things out, understand themselves, improve their relationships, feel better. Working with individuals, families and couples is the heart of my work and skill set. Therapy is work and a form of neuroscience coupled with compassion and therapeutic guidance that can re-establish health, balance and well being. You can change your brain and heal your heart; you can learn to understand yourself and improve your relationships. I meet you where you are and work with you to heal ruptures, grieve losses and be the best version of yourself in body, mind & spirit.
ADHD, trauma, anxiety and depression impact families, interpersonal relationship, self-confidence, and seed unhealthy coping patterns.
People call me because they (or a loved one) is hurting; they want to sort things out, understand themselves, improve their relationships, feel better. Working with individuals, families and couples is the heart of my work and skill set. Therapy is work and a form of neuroscience coupled with compassion and therapeutic guidance that can re-establish health, balance and well being. You can change your brain and heal your heart; you can learn to understand yourself and improve your relationships. I meet you where you are and work with you to heal ruptures, grieve losses and be the best version of yourself in body, mind & spirit.
(415) 802-1055 View (415) 802-1055
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Laura J Cabanski Dunning
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94949
I enjoy working with people of the LGBTQ community (including same-sex couples), as well as with heterosexual individuals and couples.
Are you anxious? Troubled? Stuck? I know how difficult it is to enjoy life when you feel trapped by stressful thoughts, feelings, circumstances, relationships. I work creatively with you as you work through difficulties and find new energy and inspiration in your life. We will work together to decrease your current distress as quickly as possible, while helping you to gain deeper insight and move forward positively in your life. I'll tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your specific needs, utilizing a variety of strategies such as hypnosis, EMDR, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), stress management, relaxation, CBT.
I enjoy working with people of the LGBTQ community (including same-sex couples), as well as with heterosexual individuals and couples.
Are you anxious? Troubled? Stuck? I know how difficult it is to enjoy life when you feel trapped by stressful thoughts, feelings, circumstances, relationships. I work creatively with you as you work through difficulties and find new energy and inspiration in your life. We will work together to decrease your current distress as quickly as possible, while helping you to gain deeper insight and move forward positively in your life. I'll tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your specific needs, utilizing a variety of strategies such as hypnosis, EMDR, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), stress management, relaxation, CBT.
(415) 858-6264 View (415) 858-6264
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Sheila Lynch, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
Whether you wrestle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, loss of a loved one, relationship challenges or you just feel overwhelmed with life in general, we will work together in a mindful way to overcome those obstacles and reach your goals.
I offer affordable, quality therapy for those yearning to identify and change dysfunctional thinking, behavior, and emotional responses. Life is stressful enough, that the additional financial cost of therapy should not increase that stress. I believe in offering a sliding scale to those that actively want to change their lives. My training uses a Psychodynamic approach (self awareness of how you feel immobilized) and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Strength based interventions. This means we work collaboratively, in order to actively change negative thought processes, into patterns that elevate your life rather than hinder your true potential. office locations: MV& Novato.
Whether you wrestle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, loss of a loved one, relationship challenges or you just feel overwhelmed with life in general, we will work together in a mindful way to overcome those obstacles and reach your goals.
I offer affordable, quality therapy for those yearning to identify and change dysfunctional thinking, behavior, and emotional responses. Life is stressful enough, that the additional financial cost of therapy should not increase that stress. I believe in offering a sliding scale to those that actively want to change their lives. My training uses a Psychodynamic approach (self awareness of how you feel immobilized) and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Strength based interventions. This means we work collaboratively, in order to actively change negative thought processes, into patterns that elevate your life rather than hinder your true potential. office locations: MV& Novato.
(415) 423-1939 View (415) 423-1939
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Cathy Della Valle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
I have many years of experience and training and feel fortunate to work with adults, couples and teens. I find that most clients come to me when their old ways of coping are no longer working (or they are unhealthy) and the stress is too much! Why do it alone? I hold the hope for my clients when they aren't able.
I have many years of experience and training and feel fortunate to work with adults, couples and teens. I find that most clients come to me when their old ways of coping are no longer working (or they are unhealthy) and the stress is too much! Why do it alone? I hold the hope for my clients when they aren't able.
(415) 813-5401 View (415) 813-5401
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Tom Thurston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
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I work with my clients to deeply discover and access new resources and potentials of "self at best" both for growth and as ways beyond obstacles. I believe the quality of the relationship between the therapist and client is essential for change. I have over 17 years of spiritual practice which I incorporate using mindfulness, inquiry and dream work.
org) both with individuals and with couples.
I work with my clients to deeply discover and access new resources and potentials of "self at best" both for growth and as ways beyond obstacles. I believe the quality of the relationship between the therapist and client is essential for change. I have over 17 years of spiritual practice which I incorporate using mindfulness, inquiry and dream work.
(415) 742-1961 View (415) 742-1961
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Brian King
Psychologist, PsyD, QME
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94949  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with clients that have relationship issues, or any other life problems that result in unpleasant symptoms (e.
I seek to provide a thoughtful and reflective setting where clients develop greater understanding of their problems and limitations through honest exploration of themselves, and to bolster strengths/foster growth. I provide a friendly and open atmosphere to invite sharing of whatever thought or feeling that comes up so that they can be explored, analyzed and ultimately changed if you want. I work in a collaborative way and do not necessarily see my role as an advice giver, but as a thoughtful companion in helping you find your own solutions and understanding. I use a flexible blend of clinical techniques and theories.
I have experience working with clients that have relationship issues, or any other life problems that result in unpleasant symptoms (e.
I seek to provide a thoughtful and reflective setting where clients develop greater understanding of their problems and limitations through honest exploration of themselves, and to bolster strengths/foster growth. I provide a friendly and open atmosphere to invite sharing of whatever thought or feeling that comes up so that they can be explored, analyzed and ultimately changed if you want. I work in a collaborative way and do not necessarily see my role as an advice giver, but as a thoughtful companion in helping you find your own solutions and understanding. I use a flexible blend of clinical techniques and theories.
(415) 991-3069 View (415) 991-3069
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Shira Appell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94949
So much of our pain occurs in relationship to others, and I believe it can be helpful to find healing in relationship as well.
Do you feel like you aren't good enough? Do you struggle with issues of self esteem or self worth? Do you want to explore mind-body connection & the way stress or emotional pain lives in our bodies? If these are themes for you or in your relationships, then perhaps we might work well together. I center my work around self compassion. Only from a place of self kindness can we feel grounded within ourselves to develop a compassionate relationship with others around us. I use mindfulness and somatic body oriented work in order to help us connect deeper with our self, our inner knowing and to be able to cultivate trust with ourselves.
So much of our pain occurs in relationship to others, and I believe it can be helpful to find healing in relationship as well.
Do you feel like you aren't good enough? Do you struggle with issues of self esteem or self worth? Do you want to explore mind-body connection & the way stress or emotional pain lives in our bodies? If these are themes for you or in your relationships, then perhaps we might work well together. I center my work around self compassion. Only from a place of self kindness can we feel grounded within ourselves to develop a compassionate relationship with others around us. I use mindfulness and somatic body oriented work in order to help us connect deeper with our self, our inner knowing and to be able to cultivate trust with ourselves.
(628) 229-2098 View (628) 229-2098
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Christine Woods
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
Waitlist for new clients
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and I specialize in working with individuals/couples in recovery from sex addiction, pornography addiction, and/or love addiction. I have experience supporting betrayed partners who are struggling to make sense of how best to move forward in the wake of traumatic discovery. In my work with couples affected by sexual addiction/betrayal/infidelity, I focus on the relationship repair process. Couples therapy sessions are focused on providing immediate structure and tools to facilitate authentic communication skills and rebuild trust and connection. I am an Ally of the LGBTQ+ community.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and I specialize in working with individuals/couples in recovery from sex addiction, pornography addiction, and/or love addiction. I have experience supporting betrayed partners who are struggling to make sense of how best to move forward in the wake of traumatic discovery. In my work with couples affected by sexual addiction/betrayal/infidelity, I focus on the relationship repair process. Couples therapy sessions are focused on providing immediate structure and tools to facilitate authentic communication skills and rebuild trust and connection. I am an Ally of the LGBTQ+ community.
(510) 892-5137 View (510) 892-5137
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Kenneth Perlmutter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94949
I have worked more than 30 years w individuals & families with serious psychological and relational problems including the mood, behavior and substance problems that tear families apart. I help individuals and families navigate the perilous course of finding solutions while we work to improve serenity and sanity for all. Individual work is relational w/psychodynamic and a Real World approach. I have developed the “Stress-Induced Impaired Coping" model for family system distress and recovery. See my 2019 book: “Freedom From Family Dysfunction: A Guide for Families Battling Addiction or Mental Illness.” http://bit.ly/FreedomFamHC
I have worked more than 30 years w individuals & families with serious psychological and relational problems including the mood, behavior and substance problems that tear families apart. I help individuals and families navigate the perilous course of finding solutions while we work to improve serenity and sanity for all. Individual work is relational w/psychodynamic and a Real World approach. I have developed the “Stress-Induced Impaired Coping" model for family system distress and recovery. See my 2019 book: “Freedom From Family Dysfunction: A Guide for Families Battling Addiction or Mental Illness.” http://bit.ly/FreedomFamHC
(415) 787-4610 View (415) 787-4610
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Monique Haan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RYT-500
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94949
I see therapy as an opportunity for self discovery, healing and a safe space to work our growing edges. My approach is holistic, mindfulness based and rooted in psycho-spiritual inquiry. I support my clients in discovering freedom from subconcious limiting beliefs and relational patterns to manifest the life they truly desire. Through a somatic (body-centered) approach, I support my clients in living a more empowered and embodied state of being.
I see therapy as an opportunity for self discovery, healing and a safe space to work our growing edges. My approach is holistic, mindfulness based and rooted in psycho-spiritual inquiry. I support my clients in discovering freedom from subconcious limiting beliefs and relational patterns to manifest the life they truly desire. Through a somatic (body-centered) approach, I support my clients in living a more empowered and embodied state of being.
(415) 212-4506 View (415) 212-4506
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Nolan B Ellis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949  (Online Only)
Therapy is a shared exploration of your personal history, undertaken in an effort to locate the patterns, roadblocks and challenges to you becoming the desired version of who you wish to be. Finding the right therapist is crucial to this work. We need to feel seen, heard respected and understood by the person we entrust with our great journey of self-exploration. Many of us spend our lives trying to be someone other than ourselves; I am in service to helping you reimagine your story—past, present, and future. I will walk alongside you as you seek to understand your fears, anxieties and life's challenges.
Therapy is a shared exploration of your personal history, undertaken in an effort to locate the patterns, roadblocks and challenges to you becoming the desired version of who you wish to be. Finding the right therapist is crucial to this work. We need to feel seen, heard respected and understood by the person we entrust with our great journey of self-exploration. Many of us spend our lives trying to be someone other than ourselves; I am in service to helping you reimagine your story—past, present, and future. I will walk alongside you as you seek to understand your fears, anxieties and life's challenges.
(415) 689-9866 View (415) 689-9866
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Claudia Ann Viadro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
Not accepting new clients
I help individuals and couples who may have experienced family of origin trauma such as parents who struggled with their own mental health challenges or substance abuse issues.
I am a warm, compassionate and engaged therapist. We can work short or long term but healing trauma can take some time. I use Internal Family Systems (Level two trained) and EMDR to help heal deep core wounds and release burdens that have been carried in one's system, often for a lifetime. The work is experiential and can be truly transformative. I work with individuals, families and couples. I work well with couples committed to deep work who seek true intimacy. I am trained in Intimacy From the Inside Out, The IFS couples model.
I help individuals and couples who may have experienced family of origin trauma such as parents who struggled with their own mental health challenges or substance abuse issues.
I am a warm, compassionate and engaged therapist. We can work short or long term but healing trauma can take some time. I use Internal Family Systems (Level two trained) and EMDR to help heal deep core wounds and release burdens that have been carried in one's system, often for a lifetime. The work is experiential and can be truly transformative. I work with individuals, families and couples. I work well with couples committed to deep work who seek true intimacy. I am trained in Intimacy From the Inside Out, The IFS couples model.
(707) 605-1651 View (707) 605-1651
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Expansion Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94949  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
The therapeutic relationship is the foundation for a successful experience in therapy.
Welcome! Our clients are as young as 5-years-old to adults of all ages. They are motivated to invest time and energy into their well-being in order to transform their experience and improve their quality of life. The challenges our clients face may be needing to learn how to navigate their emotions and manage their stress, needing to increase their self-awareness so they can articulate their experience and advocate for themselves, resolving trauma from their past, finding meaning in their lives, or general support as they live out their lives. Your goals determine what we work on to achieve the results you want for your life.
The therapeutic relationship is the foundation for a successful experience in therapy.
Welcome! Our clients are as young as 5-years-old to adults of all ages. They are motivated to invest time and energy into their well-being in order to transform their experience and improve their quality of life. The challenges our clients face may be needing to learn how to navigate their emotions and manage their stress, needing to increase their self-awareness so they can articulate their experience and advocate for themselves, resolving trauma from their past, finding meaning in their lives, or general support as they live out their lives. Your goals determine what we work on to achieve the results you want for your life.
(707) 229-0216 View (707) 229-0216
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.