Couples Counseling Therapists in 94588

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Nitya Prema
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
My clients often tell me they feel cared about. I enjoy helping people find what works for them individually and provide a relaxing environment. Depression and anxiety are most often the symptoms to bring individuals into treatment, couples learn ways to be supportive of one another. I listen, make suggestions and offer techniques that will provide ways to get more out of daily life.
My clients often tell me they feel cared about. I enjoy helping people find what works for them individually and provide a relaxing environment. Depression and anxiety are most often the symptoms to bring individuals into treatment, couples learn ways to be supportive of one another. I listen, make suggestions and offer techniques that will provide ways to get more out of daily life.
(209) 794-4889 View (209) 794-4889
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Kamal Freiha
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
I am a clinical psychologist based in the San Francisco Bay/East Bay area. My practice includes psychotherapy and evaluation for couples and adults. I am also available for teaching, training, consultation, and supervision in a wide array of settings. My style is warm, interactive, and assertive, and I like to check in with my clients about how they feel about the work we are doing together.
I am a clinical psychologist based in the San Francisco Bay/East Bay area. My practice includes psychotherapy and evaluation for couples and adults. I am also available for teaching, training, consultation, and supervision in a wide array of settings. My style is warm, interactive, and assertive, and I like to check in with my clients about how they feel about the work we are doing together.
(510) 398-4154 View (510) 398-4154
John Roberts
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, CEAP
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
I help clients with a broad range of personal, relationship, occupational, and health issues. As a Psychologist and a LMFT, I work with individuals and couples. With 10 years of post-Masters Degree education and over 100 Continuing Education courses, I draw upon an array of therapeutic approaches, broad and substantial professional experience, and methodologically-sound research. My clients reflect the communities in my vicinity -- with a great deal of diversity in culture and cultural identity, religious background, age, education, occupation, and personal attributes. One of my strengths is the ability to work well with a broad range of people.
I help clients with a broad range of personal, relationship, occupational, and health issues. As a Psychologist and a LMFT, I work with individuals and couples. With 10 years of post-Masters Degree education and over 100 Continuing Education courses, I draw upon an array of therapeutic approaches, broad and substantial professional experience, and methodologically-sound research. My clients reflect the communities in my vicinity -- with a great deal of diversity in culture and cultural identity, religious background, age, education, occupation, and personal attributes. One of my strengths is the ability to work well with a broad range of people.
(925) 392-0811 View (925) 392-0811
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KSY Psychology, Inc
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588  (Online Only)
If you'd like to schedule your FREE 15-minute consultation NOW, click the "Website" button, then click "Request Appointment." - - - - - - - - - - My ideal patient is open to exploring what their issues, needs, and goals are and wants to work on them. I see patients with a variety of issues, including grief, relationship problems (couple and/or family), depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, trauma, and more. My patients often want to better understand themselves and to feel well despite the stresses and transitions that life brings.
If you'd like to schedule your FREE 15-minute consultation NOW, click the "Website" button, then click "Request Appointment." - - - - - - - - - - My ideal patient is open to exploring what their issues, needs, and goals are and wants to work on them. I see patients with a variety of issues, including grief, relationship problems (couple and/or family), depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, trauma, and more. My patients often want to better understand themselves and to feel well despite the stresses and transitions that life brings.
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Dr. Tripti Bawari, Psychologist, Inner Dialogue
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
anxiety, depression,trauma) and parent-child relationship issues.
Dr. Tripti Bawari is a licensed psychologist who specializes in psychological evaluations, childhood problems and parenting strategies. Along with specialization in testing she also has in-depth knowledge and training in childhood, adolescent and adult life problems and issues related to it. Her wide multicultural experiences overseas has strengthen her ability to incorporate family and cultural dynamics to current life events and challenges. She is fluent in few Indian dialects along with her proficiency in Hindi. Dr. Bawari received her doctorate in Clinical psychology from Florida Tech and completed her internship and fellowship in Clinical and Forensic Psychology.
anxiety, depression,trauma) and parent-child relationship issues.
Dr. Tripti Bawari is a licensed psychologist who specializes in psychological evaluations, childhood problems and parenting strategies. Along with specialization in testing she also has in-depth knowledge and training in childhood, adolescent and adult life problems and issues related to it. Her wide multicultural experiences overseas has strengthen her ability to incorporate family and cultural dynamics to current life events and challenges. She is fluent in few Indian dialects along with her proficiency in Hindi. Dr. Bawari received her doctorate in Clinical psychology from Florida Tech and completed her internship and fellowship in Clinical and Forensic Psychology.
(855) 489-7609 View (855) 489-7609
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Brett Kociol
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Therapy offers a safe relationship that is rooted in trust and respect.
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with a strong commitment to providing high-quality individualized mental health care to adults. I offer both individual and group psychotherapy. I enjoy working with a diverse range of people, ages, and issues. I bring specialized training and experience in working with young professionals, people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and relationship challenges. If you’d like to learn more about how I’d work with you or have any questions about starting therapy, please email or call me for a free phone consultation.
Therapy offers a safe relationship that is rooted in trust and respect.
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with a strong commitment to providing high-quality individualized mental health care to adults. I offer both individual and group psychotherapy. I enjoy working with a diverse range of people, ages, and issues. I bring specialized training and experience in working with young professionals, people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and relationship challenges. If you’d like to learn more about how I’d work with you or have any questions about starting therapy, please email or call me for a free phone consultation.
(925) 306-1513 View (925) 306-1513
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Richard J Barnes Treating Adolescents Adults And Families.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
I can attest,having worked with many clients over the years, I have witnessed time and time again the true value that a psychotherapeutic relationship can provide. Through hard work, growing authenticity, and commitment, a therapeutic relationship brings forth genuine opportunities for new & useful insight, new eye opening perspectives, the application of new and working coping skills, a freedom from debilitating challenges like anxiety, panic, depression, a renewed & focused life plan, significant transformational changes, and more. Therapy can have a significant impact, once you make the powerful decision to seek treatment, and develop new belief that life can be different.
I can attest,having worked with many clients over the years, I have witnessed time and time again the true value that a psychotherapeutic relationship can provide. Through hard work, growing authenticity, and commitment, a therapeutic relationship brings forth genuine opportunities for new & useful insight, new eye opening perspectives, the application of new and working coping skills, a freedom from debilitating challenges like anxiety, panic, depression, a renewed & focused life plan, significant transformational changes, and more. Therapy can have a significant impact, once you make the powerful decision to seek treatment, and develop new belief that life can be different.
(925) 489-1795 View (925) 489-1795
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Vida Wong
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I understand the importance of building a trusting relationship with my clients. My approach is genuine and nonjudgmental. Psychotherapy is a process, a journey as we work together to explore your thoughts and feelings, and to gain new insights towards a better understanding of yourself and your relationships with others. We will work together to find hope and solutions to your problems. I understand that each client is unique, so I tailor my approach based on individual needs.
I understand the importance of building a trusting relationship with my clients. My approach is genuine and nonjudgmental. Psychotherapy is a process, a journey as we work together to explore your thoughts and feelings, and to gain new insights towards a better understanding of yourself and your relationships with others. We will work together to find hope and solutions to your problems. I understand that each client is unique, so I tailor my approach based on individual needs.
(925) 267-6593 View (925) 267-6593
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Daming Mabel Mou
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
EFT and REBT are my favorite utilized therapies to help couples change their communication patterns and regain their intimacy and passion.
Being a first generation Chinese-American immigrant, I am fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, and I have passion, experience, and unique cultural understanding in resolving marriage and parenting issues. If you are considering filing for divorce or are wondering whether your marriage was the right choice, it is time to seek help. I will help you reevaluate your marriage, clarify your problems, release you from the constant quarreling wars, and guide you along the path of reconstruction and healing.
EFT and REBT are my favorite utilized therapies to help couples change their communication patterns and regain their intimacy and passion.
Being a first generation Chinese-American immigrant, I am fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, and I have passion, experience, and unique cultural understanding in resolving marriage and parenting issues. If you are considering filing for divorce or are wondering whether your marriage was the right choice, it is time to seek help. I will help you reevaluate your marriage, clarify your problems, release you from the constant quarreling wars, and guide you along the path of reconstruction and healing.
(925) 357-9927 View (925) 357-9927
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Jon Fournier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
My name is Jon Fournier, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Whether your suffering comes from early childhood trauma, more recent losses, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, or something about yourself that you don’t like, I’m here to help. I utilize psychodynamic, solution-focused, strength-based, person-centered, transpersonal, cognitive behavioral, and psychoeducational approaches most often. However, I'm well versed in a variety of other approaches that will be tailored to what each individual might be seeking to accomplish. I look forward to speaking with you.
My name is Jon Fournier, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Whether your suffering comes from early childhood trauma, more recent losses, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, or something about yourself that you don’t like, I’m here to help. I utilize psychodynamic, solution-focused, strength-based, person-centered, transpersonal, cognitive behavioral, and psychoeducational approaches most often. However, I'm well versed in a variety of other approaches that will be tailored to what each individual might be seeking to accomplish. I look forward to speaking with you.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Dr. Marlina Rose Selva
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588  (Online Only)
I work with foster/adopted children and their families, as well as individuals and couples seeking counseling. I help families work through difficulties including depression, anxiety, trauma, school adjustment, attachment, and family conflict. My passion for working with families dates back to my undergraduate training in psychology at UCLA. I have worked extensivley with children, adolescents, and parents on overcoming obstacles related to cognitive, social and emotional needs. Upon special request, I provide in-home therapy services in the Bay Area.
I work with foster/adopted children and their families, as well as individuals and couples seeking counseling. I help families work through difficulties including depression, anxiety, trauma, school adjustment, attachment, and family conflict. My passion for working with families dates back to my undergraduate training in psychology at UCLA. I have worked extensivley with children, adolescents, and parents on overcoming obstacles related to cognitive, social and emotional needs. Upon special request, I provide in-home therapy services in the Bay Area.
(650) 899-8509 View (650) 899-8509
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Access Mental Health, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Thus, we offer expansive specialties and modalities that provide the most effective treatment for each individual, including depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship conflict, family challenges, mood disorders.
We understand asking for help may not come easy and can be a difficult process. We believe taking those first few steps are one of many ways we believe can impact your quality of life. We take note of each significant accomplishment and celebrate success and help individuals increase self-confidence and awareness.
Thus, we offer expansive specialties and modalities that provide the most effective treatment for each individual, including depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship conflict, family challenges, mood disorders.
We understand asking for help may not come easy and can be a difficult process. We believe taking those first few steps are one of many ways we believe can impact your quality of life. We take note of each significant accomplishment and celebrate success and help individuals increase self-confidence and awareness.
(855) 799-4647 View (855) 799-4647
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Jill Cepela
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588  (Online Only)
You deserve a relationship that feels good. If you’re here, you may be feeling frustrated, exhausted, or even hopeless about yours. You’re longing for better communication, increased trust, and a deeper connection, though you’re at a loss over how to get there. You keep dancing the same dance, but you’re more than ready to change the tempo. I get it. And I’m here to tell you that there is help (and hope) for your relationship.
You deserve a relationship that feels good. If you’re here, you may be feeling frustrated, exhausted, or even hopeless about yours. You’re longing for better communication, increased trust, and a deeper connection, though you’re at a loss over how to get there. You keep dancing the same dance, but you’re more than ready to change the tempo. I get it. And I’m here to tell you that there is help (and hope) for your relationship.
(818) 651-0267 View (818) 651-0267
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Peggy Messerschmidt, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
While my primary orientations are psychodynamic, attachment and trauma focused, I believe that healing happens in a safe, respectful relationship and attuned, empathic environment.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Blocked? Do you struggle with relationships, being assertive, asking for what you need, setting appropriate boundaries or navigating conflict? Do you have a history of trauma or neglect and still struggle with its effects? As a LMFT, I can help you explore these issues and more, so you can come to understand yourself more deeply and make more conscious life choices.
While my primary orientations are psychodynamic, attachment and trauma focused, I believe that healing happens in a safe, respectful relationship and attuned, empathic environment.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Blocked? Do you struggle with relationships, being assertive, asking for what you need, setting appropriate boundaries or navigating conflict? Do you have a history of trauma or neglect and still struggle with its effects? As a LMFT, I can help you explore these issues and more, so you can come to understand yourself more deeply and make more conscious life choices.
(925) 241-5521 View (925) 241-5521
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Linzi Levinson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CRS, DAPA, PhdDPro
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
It is my belief that what keeps us from asking for guidance, someone to truly help us through our vulnerability, is the fear of being judged. Maybe we believe we are beyond help. Let me commit to you a safe space where compassion and nonjudgement are guaranteed; an interactive relationship where we stimulate thoughts, ideas & feelings. I'm "in it" with you journeying by your side. No matter how impossible it seems to shift the painful state you are in, it is possible. It is accessible sooner than you realize. Let me help you access the freedom to be you.
It is my belief that what keeps us from asking for guidance, someone to truly help us through our vulnerability, is the fear of being judged. Maybe we believe we are beyond help. Let me commit to you a safe space where compassion and nonjudgement are guaranteed; an interactive relationship where we stimulate thoughts, ideas & feelings. I'm "in it" with you journeying by your side. No matter how impossible it seems to shift the painful state you are in, it is possible. It is accessible sooner than you realize. Let me help you access the freedom to be you.
(925) 695-7940 View (925) 695-7940
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Sabina Kratzer-Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Sometimes our lives can just be overwhelming. Are you struggling with a more recent change or stressful situation? Relationship, work, parenting, divorce, job/school or overall imbalance in your life? For some, there are long term factors that can be obstacles to relationship, employment and success in our lives. Depression, anxiety, addiction, weight and body issues, often only worsen. Getting support, new perspective and tools to deal with challenges can be life changing and a key for long term emotional wellness.
Sometimes our lives can just be overwhelming. Are you struggling with a more recent change or stressful situation? Relationship, work, parenting, divorce, job/school or overall imbalance in your life? For some, there are long term factors that can be obstacles to relationship, employment and success in our lives. Depression, anxiety, addiction, weight and body issues, often only worsen. Getting support, new perspective and tools to deal with challenges can be life changing and a key for long term emotional wellness.
(925) 278-6026 View (925) 278-6026
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Dora Futterman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Talking honestly about your life with someone who can provide a calming perspective can make all the difference. I am a psychologist who works with adults, children, teens, and couples. My practice includes many people who are feeling depressed, discouraged, angry, anxious, or seem to be unable to make progress as they should. My approach is adapted to every client I see. I take a client-centered, individualized approach and will use a mix of techniques from psychodynamic approaches, family systems theory, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to provide you with the therapy that is best suited to your individual needs.
Talking honestly about your life with someone who can provide a calming perspective can make all the difference. I am a psychologist who works with adults, children, teens, and couples. My practice includes many people who are feeling depressed, discouraged, angry, anxious, or seem to be unable to make progress as they should. My approach is adapted to every client I see. I take a client-centered, individualized approach and will use a mix of techniques from psychodynamic approaches, family systems theory, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to provide you with the therapy that is best suited to your individual needs.
(925) 962-5839 View (925) 962-5839
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Quality For Life Coaching
MAPhD, program, complet, CRS-DAP
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Relationship Specialist (CRS) #14639 -Amer.
If you feel defeated in your personal chaos, or LOST in a relational situation, I CAN help. I commit to provide you SAFE space, full of compassion, ZERO judgment! I will engage WITH YOU so that TOGETHER, we stimulate thinking, ideas & feelings. INTERACTIVE, not NOTES! I'd be honored to support you. As your Coach, I'm "in it" with you. I'm by your side & I'll have your back! The painful state you are in MUST seem like GRIDLOCK. Too big to shift? I CAN HELP. We CAN shift this & I'm saying ..to an amazing STATE! To choose a stranger (PSY TODAY) to help you, now that's HARD! PLZ stay BRAVE & let me prove how great this can get!
Relationship Specialist (CRS) #14639 -Amer.
If you feel defeated in your personal chaos, or LOST in a relational situation, I CAN help. I commit to provide you SAFE space, full of compassion, ZERO judgment! I will engage WITH YOU so that TOGETHER, we stimulate thinking, ideas & feelings. INTERACTIVE, not NOTES! I'd be honored to support you. As your Coach, I'm "in it" with you. I'm by your side & I'll have your back! The painful state you are in MUST seem like GRIDLOCK. Too big to shift? I CAN HELP. We CAN shift this & I'm saying ..to an amazing STATE! To choose a stranger (PSY TODAY) to help you, now that's HARD! PLZ stay BRAVE & let me prove how great this can get!
(925) 281-0592 View (925) 281-0592
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Debbie Curtis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588
I also work with couples at various stages of their relationships and help facilitate new patterns of healthy communication and identify core issues that can lead to conflict resolution.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or that may be asking the question “who am I really?” Life transitions may bring uncertainty which can prevent us from enjoying a healthy and happy life. I am here to discuss tough subjects in order to build coping skills that promote success and a positive self-identity. When working with teens I work with parents to develop an effective plan that helps support their child’s improvement and build meaningful relationships.
I also work with couples at various stages of their relationships and help facilitate new patterns of healthy communication and identify core issues that can lead to conflict resolution.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or that may be asking the question “who am I really?” Life transitions may bring uncertainty which can prevent us from enjoying a healthy and happy life. I am here to discuss tough subjects in order to build coping skills that promote success and a positive self-identity. When working with teens I work with parents to develop an effective plan that helps support their child’s improvement and build meaningful relationships.
(925) 666-6349 View (925) 666-6349
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Paul E. Rammer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
I am an advanced practitioner in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
I am an active psychotherapist - listening, asking questions, exploring new ways to understand your experiences and helping you find new strategies. My approach to therapy is one of warmth, empathy, insight and a focus on goal setting. The goal of therapy is to establish internal clarity, more happiness and an increased sense of success. Some people seek counseling to feel happier and more connected in their intimate relationships or relationships with friends and coworkers. I believe one can experience movement towards a whole and satisfying life with yourself, significant others and the world at large.
I am an advanced practitioner in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
I am an active psychotherapist - listening, asking questions, exploring new ways to understand your experiences and helping you find new strategies. My approach to therapy is one of warmth, empathy, insight and a focus on goal setting. The goal of therapy is to establish internal clarity, more happiness and an increased sense of success. Some people seek counseling to feel happier and more connected in their intimate relationships or relationships with friends and coworkers. I believe one can experience movement towards a whole and satisfying life with yourself, significant others and the world at large.
(510) 924-0343 View (510) 924-0343

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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.