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Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
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Dana Goldstein

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, they)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
1200 Mount Diablo Boulevard, Suite 201, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Let's Connect (925) 315-4465
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I work with clients of all ages, including adults, couples, families, and children from preschool through the teen years. For adults and adolescents, I tailor therapy using a combination of art therapy, mindfulness techniques, sand tray, and traditional talk therapy to explore and transform challenges. With younger children, who often express their emotions through behavior, I incorporate art and play therapy, sand tray techniques, and a warm, positive connection to to understand and process their inner world. I also collaborate with the family to support growth and healing at home.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, and issues arising from life transitions, learning differences, high sensitivity, sensory issues, giftedness, and twice exceptionality, or 2e (giftedness with learning differences). I also work with people who are exploring their gender, sexual orientation, or other aspects of identity.
If you feel that I might be a good fit for you, your child, or your family, please reach out and schedule a free consultation. Finding the right therapist can be difficult, and I am happy to provide referrals if needed; my goal is for you to have a successful therapeutic experience. I hope to hear from you soon!
Call or Dana Goldstein now for a free 15 minute consultation - (925) 315-4465

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1200 Mount Diablo Boulevard

Suite 201

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

(925) 315-4465
I have daytime and evening openings for virtual or in-person sessions in my cozy office in downtown Walnut Creek (with easy parking!)
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Anxiety and Depression 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (925) 315-4465
Photo of Dana Goldstein, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1200 Mount Diablo Boulevard

Suite 201

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

(925) 315-4465
I have daytime and evening openings for virtual or in-person sessions in my cozy office in downtown Walnut Creek (with easy parking!)
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Anxiety and Depression 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
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I do not bill insurance directly, but I can provide clients with a super bill to submit to their insurance company for reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 315-4465
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Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I do not bill insurance directly, but I can provide clients with a super bill to submit to their insurance company for reimbursement.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 315-4465
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Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 147715 Dana Goldstein
  • In Practice for 4 Years
  • Degree/Diploma from The Wright Institute MA in Clinical Psychology / 2005
  • Degree/Diploma from U.C. Santa Cruz BA in Representations of Gender in Literature / 1998
  • Attended Notre Dame de Namur University, MA in Counseling and Art Therapy, Graduated 2021
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I have training in art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mandala work, as well as for working with specialized populations such as 2e clients, gender expansive clients, and clients with ADHD. I am in the process of completing both my EMDR training and my IFS Level 1 training.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 315-4465
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Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I have training in art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mandala work, as well as for working with specialized populations such as 2e clients, gender expansive clients, and clients with ADHD. I am in the process of completing both my EMDR training and my IFS Level 1 training.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 315-4465
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Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • 2e (Gifted with Learning Differences)
  • ADHD
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Child
  • Divorce
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • HSP (Highly Sensitive People)
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (925) 315-4465
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Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (925) 315-4465
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Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

6 Endorsements

Alicia Dabney - Internal Family Systems For Childhood Trauma
Alicia Dabney - Internal Family Systems For Childhood Trauma
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTLPCCATR-BC
Dana is a dedicated, thoughtful, and skillful therapist. I am glad to have her as a colleague, and I know I can trust the quality of care she offers when I send her referrals.
Meri Levy
Meri Levy
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFTPMH-C
Can't say enough about Dana as a therapist. Referred a young adult client to her, and they had a wonderful experience and it made a huge difference in their life. Dana is brilliant, insightful, and a very compassionate therapist. I highly recommend her!
Wendy Reiser
Wendy Reiser
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
I have had the pleasure of working with Dana for many years. Her empathy, compassion and dedication to her work is exceptional. Dana has keen clinical instincts, is warm, thoughtful and easy to talk to.
Gabriela Arroyo-Grynbal
Gabriela Arroyo-Grynbal
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAAMFT
Dana is a warm, highly empathetic, and skilled clinician. Dana is hardworking and passionate about their work and is able to combine different styles of therapy to create a safe space for clients that feels genuine.
Ariana Dulberg Soule
Ariana Dulberg Soule
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAAMFT
Dana is an exceptional art and play therapist. She fosters a warm, welcoming environment and is deeply attuned to her clients' needs. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking therapy!
Sierra Christy
Sierra Christy
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTATR
Dana is a warm therapist whose person-centered approach allows for excellent care for her clients of all ages. She has been a colleague of mine for years, and she is always one of the first people I refer clients to.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I enjoy combining a client-centered IFS-informed way of approaching clients, and weaving in art, narrative therapy, an intersectional/feminist/anti-racism mindset, and systems thinking. If appropriate, EMDR can be incorporated as an extremely powerful tool for processing painful memories or areas of psychological "stuckness."
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 315-4465
Photo of Dana Goldstein, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I enjoy combining a client-centered IFS-informed way of approaching clients, and weaving in art, narrative therapy, an intersectional/feminist/anti-racism mindset, and systems thinking. If appropriate, EMDR can be incorporated as an extremely powerful tool for processing painful memories or areas of psychological "stuckness."
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 315-4465
Photo of Dana Goldstein, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

1200 Mount Diablo Boulevard

Suite 201

Walnut Creek, CA 94596

(925) 315-4465
"
I have daytime and evening openings for virtual or in-person sessions in my cozy office in downtown Walnut Creek (with easy parking!)
Call for a free consultation now - (925) 315-4465
Photo of Dana Goldstein, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I have daytime and evening openings for virtual or in-person sessions in my cozy office in downtown Walnut Creek (with easy parking!)
Call for a free consultation now - (925) 315-4465
Photo of Dana Goldstein, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Dana Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT