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Dierdre Wallace

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (she, her)

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Oakland, CA 94611
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Oakland, CA 94611
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You're exhausted from feeling like you're "too much." Constantly second-guessing yourself, silencing your needs, and shrinking to make others comfortable. You say yes when you want to say no, apologize for having boundaries, and feel that familiar anxiety keeping you quiet, afraid you'll lose people if you speak your truth. You're resentful, disconnected from yourself, and wondering if anyone will ever see and love the real you beneath all the self-editing. I know this pain intimately because I've been there too. Together, we can break these exhausting patterns so you can finally feel secure, confident, and worthy exactly as you are
Imagine relationships where you're authentic self without fear. Set boundaries without guilt, speak truth confidently, attract emotionally available partners who reciprocate. No more one-sided relationships, burnout, repeating painful cycles. This transformation possible when you choose yourself first and build connections that nourish rather than drain you.
This isn't surface-level talk therapy. Using somatics, parts work, EMDR, and hypnosis, we heal from the bottom up. Rewiring patterns keeping you stuck so you can trust yourself, feel safe in your body, and create fulfilling relationships deserve. If you're tired of people-pleasing and ready to honor who you truly are, let's connect. Call or message me now.
Call or Dierdre Wallace now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 272-7038

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 272-7038
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I help women break free from people pleasing and overgiving stop self-abandoning and instead root into their power with embodied confidence.
Dierdre Wallace
Let's Connect (510) 272-7038
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 272-7038
My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I help women break free from people pleasing and overgiving stop self-abandoning and instead root into their power with embodied confidence.
Dierdre Wallace

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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If you don't have any of the insurance plans I work with, You might be able to get reimbursed for out-of-network therapy! Ask me how.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038
"
If you don't have any of the insurance plans I work with, You might be able to get reimbursed for out-of-network therapy! Ask me how.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 121224 Dierdre Wallace
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended John F. Kennedy University, Masters in Counseling Psychology/Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2017
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I've been helping single women for over 10 years, guiding them to find joy, confidence, and happiness in themselves. I'm Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Certified and integrate this, along with somatic and parts work to help create lasting healing. I am licensed in CA.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038
"
I've been helping single women for over 10 years, guiding them to find joy, confidence, and happiness in themselves. I'm Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Certified and integrate this, along with somatic and parts work to help create lasting healing. I am licensed in CA.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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I help women overcome people-pleasing and over-giving, guiding them to shed old habits and embrace thei true self. Through EMDR, somatic healing, and parts work, I help clients build unwavering confidence, establish healthy boundaries, cultivate self-love, and return home to their body. It's time to stop self-abandoning and start manifesting your deepest desires with renewed strength and clarity.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038
"
I help women overcome people-pleasing and over-giving, guiding them to shed old habits and embrace thei true self. Through EMDR, somatic healing, and parts work, I help clients build unwavering confidence, establish healthy boundaries, cultivate self-love, and return home to their body. It's time to stop self-abandoning and start manifesting your deepest desires with renewed strength and clarity.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038

4 Endorsements

Danika Grundemann
Danika Grundemann
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Working with Dierdre was such a joy and privilege. She truly goes above and beyond for her clients and colleagues and brings an enormous amount of humility and transparency to her work. I consult with her regularly to utilize her expertise and compassion.
Michaela Coates
Michaela Coates
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Diedre has years of experience that guide her work. She brings compassion, knowledge, and support in a way that reflects her client's needs and goals. She has vast experience working with trauma, depression, and anxiety, and aptitudes using Emdr.
Elizabeth Lemon
Elizabeth Lemon
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Dierdre meets clients with authenticity, a grounded presence, and creativity while connecting with them where they are at. Women will find a space that allows their voice to be heard, take down the masks, and find relief and alignment to their true self.
Arati Patel, LMFT, South Asian Therapist
Arati Patel, LMFT, South Asian Therapist
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Dierdre is a warm, grounded, and insightful therapist who helps women heal from trauma, relational wounds, and people-pleasing. Her compassionate, nervous system-informed approach supports deep healing and self-trust. Highly recommend her!

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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In our work together, you'll experience a blend of EMDR, somatic therapy, and parts work. EMDR helps reprocess painful memories so they no longer feel triggering. Somatic therapy guides you to release what your body has been holding, restoring calm and connection. Parts work helps you understand and heal the inner parts that protect you, fostering self-compassion, confidence, and lasting change.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038
"
In our work together, you'll experience a blend of EMDR, somatic therapy, and parts work. EMDR helps reprocess painful memories so they no longer feel triggering. Somatic therapy guides you to release what your body has been holding, restoring calm and connection. Parts work helps you understand and heal the inner parts that protect you, fostering self-compassion, confidence, and lasting change.
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 272-7038

Location

Primary Location

Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 272-7038
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 272-7038
Photo of Dierdre Wallace, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Dierdre Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 272-7038