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Brad Freed
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
My approach is collaborative in nature with the overarching goal of supporting and empowering clients in their efforts to live more productive and satisfying lives. Services address a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues and promote the development of more rewarding, sustaining, and harmonious relationships, familial and otherwise. I have extensive experience working with families confronting divorce, trauma, mental illness, teen substance use, school-related challenges, and communication and relationship difficulties. I have developed considerable expertise in the delivery of therapeutic support services to pre-adolescents, adolescents, and young adults struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties across multiple settings.
My approach is collaborative in nature with the overarching goal of supporting and empowering clients in their efforts to live more productive and satisfying lives. Services address a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues and promote the development of more rewarding, sustaining, and harmonious relationships, familial and otherwise. I have extensive experience working with families confronting divorce, trauma, mental illness, teen substance use, school-related challenges, and communication and relationship difficulties. I have developed considerable expertise in the delivery of therapeutic support services to pre-adolescents, adolescents, and young adults struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties across multiple settings.
(415) 548-2064 View (415) 548-2064
Photo of Jennifer Dorsey, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Jennifer Dorsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I specialize in helping adults, teens, romantic partners, and families heal from hurt, trauma and shame in order to become better connected to themselves and one another. The majority of my practice focuses on healing emotional wounds, anxiety, and improving your relationships (including experiences of divorce and blended families). I work collaboratively with you to set goals for therapy that are curated to your individual preferences and needs, and I often draw from Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and somatic awareness.
I specialize in helping adults, teens, romantic partners, and families heal from hurt, trauma and shame in order to become better connected to themselves and one another. The majority of my practice focuses on healing emotional wounds, anxiety, and improving your relationships (including experiences of divorce and blended families). I work collaboratively with you to set goals for therapy that are curated to your individual preferences and needs, and I often draw from Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and somatic awareness.
(415) 903-7685 View (415) 903-7685
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Sheela Joshi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
My objective is to make your life better now and into the future. Therapists helped me over the years, taught and inspired me to become one. I pivoted to my career as a therapist 16 years after earning a B.A. in Economics at University of Chicago. I earned my LCSW at Smith College. I'm a mother of two and a first-generation child of immigrants. In my practice I want you to make the most of your time with me. I work with a range of clients, from executives to college students. My office is tucked into hills and trees. Clients are from my town, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Kentfield, Tiburon, San Francisco and the South Bay. I Zoom too.
My objective is to make your life better now and into the future. Therapists helped me over the years, taught and inspired me to become one. I pivoted to my career as a therapist 16 years after earning a B.A. in Economics at University of Chicago. I earned my LCSW at Smith College. I'm a mother of two and a first-generation child of immigrants. In my practice I want you to make the most of your time with me. I work with a range of clients, from executives to college students. My office is tucked into hills and trees. Clients are from my town, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Kentfield, Tiburon, San Francisco and the South Bay. I Zoom too.
(617) 275-3982 x617275 View (617) 275-3982 x617275
Photo of R. Austin Heafey, MA, Psy D, Psychologist
R. Austin Heafey
Psychologist, MA, Psy D
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
My name is Dr. R. Austin Heafey - I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, parents and families. While every client is unique, my fundamental aim remains the same: improve self-esteem, build self-confidence and enrich my patient's self-worth. When a person has faith in their abilities and feels comfortable with who they are, they are better able to engage with the world they live in, the family they belong to and the life they deserve to experience. Put simply, my objective is to improve my patient's quality of life.
My name is Dr. R. Austin Heafey - I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, parents and families. While every client is unique, my fundamental aim remains the same: improve self-esteem, build self-confidence and enrich my patient's self-worth. When a person has faith in their abilities and feels comfortable with who they are, they are better able to engage with the world they live in, the family they belong to and the life they deserve to experience. Put simply, my objective is to improve my patient's quality of life.
(925) 255-7651 View (925) 255-7651
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Marin Youth Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
Are you worried about your child, teen or young adult but unsure how to help them? You can see something has changed in them: perhaps they seem depressed, anxious, or isolated in ways they didn’t used to be. You want them to learn skills to deal with life's challenges and resolve the issues that are holding them back. Because more than anything, you want to see your child thrive. My practice focuses on the unique needs of children 4+ through young adulthood and their families. I create developmentally appropriate, customized treatment plans using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies, art and play therapy interventions.
Are you worried about your child, teen or young adult but unsure how to help them? You can see something has changed in them: perhaps they seem depressed, anxious, or isolated in ways they didn’t used to be. You want them to learn skills to deal with life's challenges and resolve the issues that are holding them back. Because more than anything, you want to see your child thrive. My practice focuses on the unique needs of children 4+ through young adulthood and their families. I create developmentally appropriate, customized treatment plans using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies, art and play therapy interventions.
(415) 965-4536 View (415) 965-4536
Photo of Alissa Vannet, PsyD, Psychologist
Alissa Vannet
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I have a profound commitment to support teens, young adults, adults, and families through complex emotional and psychological challenges. My approach is grounded in creating a compassionate, safe, and healing environment where every individual is seen, heard, and understood.
I have a profound commitment to support teens, young adults, adults, and families through complex emotional and psychological challenges. My approach is grounded in creating a compassionate, safe, and healing environment where every individual is seen, heard, and understood.
(415) 853-5430 View (415) 853-5430
Photo of Maite Acedo, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maite Acedo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
Through therapy, I help you develop the tools and skills for deeper understanding of how and why you get stuck in pain, self-defeating behaviors, relational problems, or internal/life struggles. Working together, we go to the root causes of different diagnoses: anxiety, depression, PTSD, dissociation, addictive behaviors, and relational difficulties. We work on transforming the patterns, beliefs and emotions that interfere with living your greatest potential. My deep approach and your consistency can change your neurobiology (nervous system and brain) resulting in increased clarity, self-love, peace, courage, and other strengths.
Through therapy, I help you develop the tools and skills for deeper understanding of how and why you get stuck in pain, self-defeating behaviors, relational problems, or internal/life struggles. Working together, we go to the root causes of different diagnoses: anxiety, depression, PTSD, dissociation, addictive behaviors, and relational difficulties. We work on transforming the patterns, beliefs and emotions that interfere with living your greatest potential. My deep approach and your consistency can change your neurobiology (nervous system and brain) resulting in increased clarity, self-love, peace, courage, and other strengths.
(415) 786-7296 View (415) 786-7296
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Michael W Vurek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
Waitlist for new clients
Despite huge advances in modern technologies to extend life expectancy and increase physical comfort we have made only modest progress in relieving human psychological suffering that manifests as mood disorders and anxiety. It appears that many of our attempts to "fix" ourselves frequently backfire. My approach is highly collaborative and uses the most up to date discoveries in the field of behavioral science to help you "have a mind without your mind having you". Together we can help you gain flexibility that reduces suffering and learn skills that increase values-based living.
Despite huge advances in modern technologies to extend life expectancy and increase physical comfort we have made only modest progress in relieving human psychological suffering that manifests as mood disorders and anxiety. It appears that many of our attempts to "fix" ourselves frequently backfire. My approach is highly collaborative and uses the most up to date discoveries in the field of behavioral science to help you "have a mind without your mind having you". Together we can help you gain flexibility that reduces suffering and learn skills that increase values-based living.
(628) 227-5650 View (628) 227-5650
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Dana Kahn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
Hello. I have been a licensed Clinical Psychologist for twenty-five years. With experience, training, and a deep sense of compassion, I provide a safe space for patients to share their most vulnerable feelings. I am an active participant in the treatment, and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect. I believe that every client has a unique story to tell, and therapy is tailored to those needs. I provide trauma-based therapy, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-oriented psychotherapy. I treat adults, adolescents and families.
Hello. I have been a licensed Clinical Psychologist for twenty-five years. With experience, training, and a deep sense of compassion, I provide a safe space for patients to share their most vulnerable feelings. I am an active participant in the treatment, and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect. I believe that every client has a unique story to tell, and therapy is tailored to those needs. I provide trauma-based therapy, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-oriented psychotherapy. I treat adults, adolescents and families.
(415) 891-8378 View (415) 891-8378
Photo of Lori Lavinthal, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Lori Lavinthal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I provide DBT, and general psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, families and couples in my San Francisco and Marin practices. For the past 20 years I have helped people transform, creating the lives they want to live. Stylistically I am warm, thoughtful, and engaged creating a non-judgmental safe environment.
I provide DBT, and general psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, families and couples in my San Francisco and Marin practices. For the past 20 years I have helped people transform, creating the lives they want to live. Stylistically I am warm, thoughtful, and engaged creating a non-judgmental safe environment.
(415) 594-4462 View (415) 594-4462
Photo of Alissa Vannet, PsyD, Psychologist
Alissa Vannet
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I have a profound commitment to support individuals and families through complex emotional and psychological challenges. My approach is grounded in creating a compassionate, safe, and healing environment where every individual is seen, heard, and understood. I work with teens, young adults, adults, couples, and families. I offer individual and family sessions, as well as parent coaching and co-parent counseling. For co-parenting counseling my goal is to keep your child's needs front and center when creating a parenting plan.
I have a profound commitment to support individuals and families through complex emotional and psychological challenges. My approach is grounded in creating a compassionate, safe, and healing environment where every individual is seen, heard, and understood. I work with teens, young adults, adults, couples, and families. I offer individual and family sessions, as well as parent coaching and co-parent counseling. For co-parenting counseling my goal is to keep your child's needs front and center when creating a parenting plan.
(415) 449-9641 View (415) 449-9641
Photo of Robin Mayer, LMFT, MS, Marriage & Family Therapist
Robin Mayer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
If you are hoping to make a change, I can help you. By shifting perspectives, we can collaboratively help break patterns that impair relationships, health and work. Therapy can be safe and effective; I will help you reach your goals and increase emotional resilience.
If you are hoping to make a change, I can help you. By shifting perspectives, we can collaboratively help break patterns that impair relationships, health and work. Therapy can be safe and effective; I will help you reach your goals and increase emotional resilience.
(415) 891-8638 View (415) 891-8638
Photo of Marek Ondera, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marek Ondera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with experience providing a wide range of treatments and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in multiple clinical settings. I work primarily with individuals and families. I have considerable experience working with Children, Adolescents, and their families from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in an outpatient setting as well as various acute/intensive settings (i.e.: residential group home, hospital diversion, partial hospitalization, crisis unit, non-public schools). I've also provided psychotherapy and clinical assessment services to adults in the outpatient and community mental health settings.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) with experience providing a wide range of treatments and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in multiple clinical settings. I work primarily with individuals and families. I have considerable experience working with Children, Adolescents, and their families from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in an outpatient setting as well as various acute/intensive settings (i.e.: residential group home, hospital diversion, partial hospitalization, crisis unit, non-public schools). I've also provided psychotherapy and clinical assessment services to adults in the outpatient and community mental health settings.
(415) 891-4502 View (415) 891-4502
Photo of Kristin Wolcott Farese - Kristin Wolcott Farese, LCSW, CGP, LCSW, CGP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Kristin Wolcott Farese, LCSW, CGP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I am an experienced psychotherapist offering sessions for individuals, families and groups. I strive to facilitate conversations that invite fresh perspectives and personal agency, attuning to broader social and cultural factors that influence individuals and relationships. My clients often discover they can release coping strategies that no longer support them, and cultivate conditions for personal growth, freedom and more satisfaction in life. My group therapy clients are interested in deepening their awareness and growth through here-and-now experiences within the group. Please contact me for more information about the group.
I am an experienced psychotherapist offering sessions for individuals, families and groups. I strive to facilitate conversations that invite fresh perspectives and personal agency, attuning to broader social and cultural factors that influence individuals and relationships. My clients often discover they can release coping strategies that no longer support them, and cultivate conditions for personal growth, freedom and more satisfaction in life. My group therapy clients are interested in deepening their awareness and growth through here-and-now experiences within the group. Please contact me for more information about the group.
(415) 881-5445 View (415) 881-5445
Photo of Mark Deaver - Dr. Deaver | SGB for Anxiety, PTSD & Depression, MD, Surgeon
Hello, I am Mark Deaver. I offer patients biological interventions for mental health challenges like PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I'm a board-certified emergency medicine physician and a Stella Center certified provider in California. I offer in-office medical treatments for mental health, like stellate ganglion block (SGB), paired with trauma-informed teletherapy to bring dramatic healing in the window of transformation following treatment.
Hello, I am Mark Deaver. I offer patients biological interventions for mental health challenges like PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I'm a board-certified emergency medicine physician and a Stella Center certified provider in California. I offer in-office medical treatments for mental health, like stellate ganglion block (SGB), paired with trauma-informed teletherapy to bring dramatic healing in the window of transformation following treatment.
(831) 851-1797 View (831) 851-1797
Photo of Margot Holdstein Kirschner - Marin Perinatal Therapy, MA, PsyD, Psychologist
Marin Perinatal Therapy
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
You are not alone. I enjoy working with postpartum and pregnant woman and couples. The transition to parenthood is often a time of excitement but also a time of great change and disruption. Thinking together about the impact the arrival of a baby will have/has had on your identity, relationship and lifestyle can alleviate many stressors and fears. I believe therapy can help you to gain new insights and a new perspective on how to connect with others, effectively cope with stress and pursue the life you desire.
You are not alone. I enjoy working with postpartum and pregnant woman and couples. The transition to parenthood is often a time of excitement but also a time of great change and disruption. Thinking together about the impact the arrival of a baby will have/has had on your identity, relationship and lifestyle can alleviate many stressors and fears. I believe therapy can help you to gain new insights and a new perspective on how to connect with others, effectively cope with stress and pursue the life you desire.
(415) 578-6330 View (415) 578-6330
Photo of Rachel Budnick, MA, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Rachel Budnick
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
Do you find yourself acting from a place that’s not you? Are you tired of repeating the same patterns, but don’t know how to change? Are you struggling to end a relationship, adjust your current one, or wanting to grow the relationship with yourself? These are some of the things I engage with. I also work with those struggling with general stress and overwhelm, sexuality, self-harm, communication and boundaries, life-transitions and endings, eating disorders and addiction struggles, and family dynamics and conflict. I hold space relationally with my clients, am psychoanalytically minded, and utilize a somatic approach in therapy.
Do you find yourself acting from a place that’s not you? Are you tired of repeating the same patterns, but don’t know how to change? Are you struggling to end a relationship, adjust your current one, or wanting to grow the relationship with yourself? These are some of the things I engage with. I also work with those struggling with general stress and overwhelm, sexuality, self-harm, communication and boundaries, life-transitions and endings, eating disorders and addiction struggles, and family dynamics and conflict. I hold space relationally with my clients, am psychoanalytically minded, and utilize a somatic approach in therapy.
(628) 215-4622 View (628) 215-4622
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Pamela Lister
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EAS-C, CATC
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925
My enthusiasm for recovery motivates me to create new opportunities for growth & healing for clients through Interventions. I have extensive experience with all aspects of Addiction and Codependency. I'm competent in individual, couples, family or group therapy. My background in mental health creates a good fit for identifying issues and safety concerns. I'm honored to share in my clients' journey toward the fulfilling lives they deserve.
My enthusiasm for recovery motivates me to create new opportunities for growth & healing for clients through Interventions. I have extensive experience with all aspects of Addiction and Codependency. I'm competent in individual, couples, family or group therapy. My background in mental health creates a good fit for identifying issues and safety concerns. I'm honored to share in my clients' journey toward the fulfilling lives they deserve.
(925) 401-3025 View (925) 401-3025
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I am the Chief Psychologist at Stella Center and with over twenty years of experience, I oversee our therapy group and develop therapy curriculums in support of our biological treatments. We specialize in providing trauma-informed integration therapy for patients with anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD who receive Stella's in-office treatments like the dual sympathetic reset -an advanced stellate ganglion block (SGB), and ketamine therapy from board-certified medical providers. I am dedicated to developing innovative, evidence-based trauma treatment models while increasing accessibility to compassionate care.
I am the Chief Psychologist at Stella Center and with over twenty years of experience, I oversee our therapy group and develop therapy curriculums in support of our biological treatments. We specialize in providing trauma-informed integration therapy for patients with anxiety, depression, and trauma/PTSD who receive Stella's in-office treatments like the dual sympathetic reset -an advanced stellate ganglion block (SGB), and ketamine therapy from board-certified medical providers. I am dedicated to developing innovative, evidence-based trauma treatment models while increasing accessibility to compassionate care.
(949) 806-4335 View (949) 806-4335
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Sasha Georgeson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR, REAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corte Madera, CA 94925
I believe that life’s challenges, whether external or internal, are opportunities for self-discovery and for becoming more aligned with your inner wisdom. My role as a therapist is to create an environment in which you can express yourself, feel deeply heard and connect to your authentic self. I believe that when we can meet ourselves with love and respect, we can heal from many issues. My focus is on supporting you to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, including your resources and strengths, your unique perspective, and your unconscious patterns so you can create the change and healing that you desire.
I believe that life’s challenges, whether external or internal, are opportunities for self-discovery and for becoming more aligned with your inner wisdom. My role as a therapist is to create an environment in which you can express yourself, feel deeply heard and connect to your authentic self. I believe that when we can meet ourselves with love and respect, we can heal from many issues. My focus is on supporting you to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, including your resources and strengths, your unique perspective, and your unconscious patterns so you can create the change and healing that you desire.
(415) 326-1913 View (415) 326-1913
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Divorce Therapists

How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?

Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?

There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?

When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.