Therapists in Danville, CA
Gregory E Newton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
Welcome to my practice. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in private practice in Danville, CA. with over 28 years experience in offering mind-body-spirit psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups; and, a Level II trained EMDR practitioner. I have led groups for teens, men and sexual offenders and worked for Contra Costa County's Children's Protective Services for several years. In addition, I have taught developmental psychology and neuropsychology for the past 18 years at Diablo Valley College and John F. Kennedy University, and am an experienced workshop leader, coach and speaker.
Welcome to my practice. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in private practice in Danville, CA. with over 28 years experience in offering mind-body-spirit psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups; and, a Level II trained EMDR practitioner. I have led groups for teens, men and sexual offenders and worked for Contra Costa County's Children's Protective Services for several years. In addition, I have taught developmental psychology and neuropsychology for the past 18 years at Diablo Valley College and John F. Kennedy University, and am an experienced workshop leader, coach and speaker.
Michael J Abrams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
Saturdays appointments available! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. In addition, I work with individual adults, couples, and co-parenting. I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for my clients. I have extensive experience and specialize in working with young children through adolescents and their families around issues related to social, behavioral, interpersonal and academic concerns. Throughout my career, I have provided supervision to other professionals in all aspects of providing psychotherapy for children and adolescents; from case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment.
Saturdays appointments available! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. In addition, I work with individual adults, couples, and co-parenting. I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for my clients. I have extensive experience and specialize in working with young children through adolescents and their families around issues related to social, behavioral, interpersonal and academic concerns. Throughout my career, I have provided supervision to other professionals in all aspects of providing psychotherapy for children and adolescents; from case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment.
Andrew J Leone
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients! Just living in today’s world can be difficult and exhausting. Many of us feel as if we are just “getting by.” We all struggle with our mental health, from daily conflict with others, feeling frustrated or irritable, painful past experiences(trauma), struggles with work and family, and anxious thoughts. These issues can hinder our ability to heal and grow. We can all use help at times, even if we don’t know how to ask for it. I provide comprehensive support and direct feedback to help guide you through this difficult journey, to reach a path that leads to healing, understanding, acceptance, and resolution.
Accepting new patients! Just living in today’s world can be difficult and exhausting. Many of us feel as if we are just “getting by.” We all struggle with our mental health, from daily conflict with others, feeling frustrated or irritable, painful past experiences(trauma), struggles with work and family, and anxious thoughts. These issues can hinder our ability to heal and grow. We can all use help at times, even if we don’t know how to ask for it. I provide comprehensive support and direct feedback to help guide you through this difficult journey, to reach a path that leads to healing, understanding, acceptance, and resolution.
Patty Shirley - East Bay Christian Counseling - Serving California And Idaho
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CATC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
In-Person, Video / Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individual, couples and family therapy. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? I am a LMFT and a Registered Addiction Specialist. Areas of treatment include substance / alcohol /pill abuse, behavioral addictions (sex/porn, love/relationship, exercise, eating disorders, Internet, gambling, shopping, work, etc.), relationship / communication issues (marital, family and teen), stress, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse (sexual, emotional, spiritual or financial), dementia and Alzheimer's. Call today!
In-Person, Video / Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individual, couples and family therapy. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? I am a LMFT and a Registered Addiction Specialist. Areas of treatment include substance / alcohol /pill abuse, behavioral addictions (sex/porn, love/relationship, exercise, eating disorders, Internet, gambling, shopping, work, etc.), relationship / communication issues (marital, family and teen), stress, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse (sexual, emotional, spiritual or financial), dementia and Alzheimer's. Call today!
Marc Berke
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
My aim is to assist clients to find healthy solutions to individual, marital, and family issues.
Seeking Change? I want to welcome you to what might be one of the most important steps in your life. People come to therapy with a problem to which they cannot find a solution. Often it is how the problem is being defined that does not allow a solution. It is then the task of the therapist to help you redefine the problem so you can arrive at workable solutions. Successful therapy helps you move forward with what we can call a new and better "normal".
My aim is to assist clients to find healthy solutions to individual, marital, and family issues.
Seeking Change? I want to welcome you to what might be one of the most important steps in your life. People come to therapy with a problem to which they cannot find a solution. Often it is how the problem is being defined that does not allow a solution. It is then the task of the therapist to help you redefine the problem so you can arrive at workable solutions. Successful therapy helps you move forward with what we can call a new and better "normal".
Jan Amber Steward-Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
I have over 25 years working with clients, who struggle with chemical dependency, codependency, depression, anxiety, anger, dysfunctional relationships, marital discord, family of origin issues, internet porn, pervasive negative patterns & phase of life problems. I work as an empathic guide by meeting you were you are, listening to your story, & creating attainable goals that fit into your life. I work with adults on an individual basis & provide couples counseling. When appropriate I like to invite family member(s) as a supportive means.
I have over 25 years working with clients, who struggle with chemical dependency, codependency, depression, anxiety, anger, dysfunctional relationships, marital discord, family of origin issues, internet porn, pervasive negative patterns & phase of life problems. I work as an empathic guide by meeting you were you are, listening to your story, & creating attainable goals that fit into your life. I work with adults on an individual basis & provide couples counseling. When appropriate I like to invite family member(s) as a supportive means.
Community Presbyterian Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94526
Community Presbyterian Counseling Center provides a safe and confidential setting to enable people to heal emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. Counseling services are provided to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Our professional staff are here to assist you with: handling life's transitions and loss; conquering addictions; managing stress; coping with depression and anxiety; strengthening marriage and family relationships; and discovering spiritual resources for healing. We are available for both in-person and video sessions.
Community Presbyterian Counseling Center provides a safe and confidential setting to enable people to heal emotionally, relationally, and spiritually. Counseling services are provided to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Our professional staff are here to assist you with: handling life's transitions and loss; conquering addictions; managing stress; coping with depression and anxiety; strengthening marriage and family relationships; and discovering spiritual resources for healing. We are available for both in-person and video sessions.
Laura Melgosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94506
For close to 30 years, I have provided psychotherapy and counseling within a variety of settings to clients struggling with various life challenges. I have successfully treated clients both in short-term and long-term therapy. In addition to providing individual and family therapy, my special interests and extensive experience involves working with teenagers and couples. I have substantial experience with crisis intervention/prevention issues including: depression & suicide, grief & loss, infidelity, child abuse, domestic violence, and substance abuse/dependency.
For close to 30 years, I have provided psychotherapy and counseling within a variety of settings to clients struggling with various life challenges. I have successfully treated clients both in short-term and long-term therapy. In addition to providing individual and family therapy, my special interests and extensive experience involves working with teenagers and couples. I have substantial experience with crisis intervention/prevention issues including: depression & suicide, grief & loss, infidelity, child abuse, domestic violence, and substance abuse/dependency.
Mind Matters Psychotherapy Coaching & EMDR
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
We have therapists who specialize in EMDR, eating disorders, substance use/abuse, complicated family dynamics, and more.
We are a group of clinicians committed to providing skilled, supportive therapy and coaching to our clients. Our therapists use a strength-based approach to building relationships with clients that provide the trust needed to make big change. We specialize in seeing women in transitional stages of life, including but not limited to; pre-and postpartum struggles, anxiety, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, depression, role confusion, relationship stress, parenting dynamics and trauma. We love to see couples, children and individual adults ready to move past barriers and experience more joy in relationships and life.
We have therapists who specialize in EMDR, eating disorders, substance use/abuse, complicated family dynamics, and more.
We are a group of clinicians committed to providing skilled, supportive therapy and coaching to our clients. Our therapists use a strength-based approach to building relationships with clients that provide the trust needed to make big change. We specialize in seeing women in transitional stages of life, including but not limited to; pre-and postpartum struggles, anxiety, eating disorders, addictive behaviors, depression, role confusion, relationship stress, parenting dynamics and trauma. We love to see couples, children and individual adults ready to move past barriers and experience more joy in relationships and life.
Private Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
I blend empirically supported neuroscience with EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Structural Dissociation, DBT, CBT, Existential, Gottman, Bowen Family Systems, Person-Centered Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in my treatment.
EMDR therapist in the East Bay specialized in Trauma / PTSD, Marriage Counseling, Food Issues / Disordered Eating, Anxiety, LGBTQ, Depression, Women's Issues, Spirituality, Life Transitions, Adoption, Parenting, and Teen Issues. I regularly see Couples, Families, Teens and Adults ranging from early adolescence to late 60's.
I blend empirically supported neuroscience with EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Structural Dissociation, DBT, CBT, Existential, Gottman, Bowen Family Systems, Person-Centered Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in my treatment.
EMDR therapist in the East Bay specialized in Trauma / PTSD, Marriage Counseling, Food Issues / Disordered Eating, Anxiety, LGBTQ, Depression, Women's Issues, Spirituality, Life Transitions, Adoption, Parenting, and Teen Issues. I regularly see Couples, Families, Teens and Adults ranging from early adolescence to late 60's.
Alan Robert Godfrey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506 (Online Only)
Having trouble changing habits or becoming your best self? Experiencing hardship in life or marriage? Talking to someone helps, and I want to be there for you. I focus on helping men find relief from addictions and emotional distress. I enjoy partnering with parents in addressing emotional/behavioral concerns in children/teens. I believe God's intervention in counseling is found in knowing our true self through Christ's perspective. No matter where you are, I'll meet you there.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with my MA in MFT and PCC from St. Mary's College.
Having trouble changing habits or becoming your best self? Experiencing hardship in life or marriage? Talking to someone helps, and I want to be there for you. I focus on helping men find relief from addictions and emotional distress. I enjoy partnering with parents in addressing emotional/behavioral concerns in children/teens. I believe God's intervention in counseling is found in knowing our true self through Christ's perspective. No matter where you are, I'll meet you there.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with my MA in MFT and PCC from St. Mary's College.
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
My approach takes into account biological science, culture, psychology, family context, and spiritual/religious considerations.
People often come to psychotherapy in search of more peace; to work through personal challenges and/or relieve pain from sources such as anxiety, depression, feelings of inadequacy, loss, or addiction. They may be struggling in their relationships or moving through a profound life transition. For some, their faith has been shaken in some significant way. Whatever the motivation might be for seeking professional help, I care deeply about assisting clients in gaining insight, education, self-awareness, and strength. Everyone has challenges. Working collaboratively, we can achieve the goals most desired for a healthier life.
My approach takes into account biological science, culture, psychology, family context, and spiritual/religious considerations.
People often come to psychotherapy in search of more peace; to work through personal challenges and/or relieve pain from sources such as anxiety, depression, feelings of inadequacy, loss, or addiction. They may be struggling in their relationships or moving through a profound life transition. For some, their faith has been shaken in some significant way. Whatever the motivation might be for seeking professional help, I care deeply about assisting clients in gaining insight, education, self-awareness, and strength. Everyone has challenges. Working collaboratively, we can achieve the goals most desired for a healthier life.
Kira Torre
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94526 (Online Only)
I provide a range of services, dependent on your individual needs, which can include individual sessions, family sessions, and group therapy.
Welcome! You are one step closer to the next steps in a healthier, more successful life! Practicing as a goal oriented therapist who works in CBT and DBT methods, I work to help identify the barriers in your way and resolve challenges that keep you from living your best and most celebrated life. Together we will work on what is standing in your way and develop healthy skills for the new, happier you!
I provide a range of services, dependent on your individual needs, which can include individual sessions, family sessions, and group therapy.
Welcome! You are one step closer to the next steps in a healthier, more successful life! Practicing as a goal oriented therapist who works in CBT and DBT methods, I work to help identify the barriers in your way and resolve challenges that keep you from living your best and most celebrated life. Together we will work on what is standing in your way and develop healthy skills for the new, happier you!
Jill Mattesich-Udoutch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CCHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94526
Sandplay, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Hypnosis, Reiki, and Past Life Therapy with Marriage and Family Counseling.
Imagine relating to yourself and others with ease and clarity. It is through our meaningful connections with self and others that we expand and thrive. Sometimes life gets sticky and the world seems to fold in on us. And, when this happens, you need someone with an objective, listening ear. If you're ready to navigate awakening to the Self, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, trauma or couples and parenting issues, I offer over 20 years of experience with proven techniques to help you through these tough times.
Sandplay, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Hypnosis, Reiki, and Past Life Therapy with Marriage and Family Counseling.
Imagine relating to yourself and others with ease and clarity. It is through our meaningful connections with self and others that we expand and thrive. Sometimes life gets sticky and the world seems to fold in on us. And, when this happens, you need someone with an objective, listening ear. If you're ready to navigate awakening to the Self, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, trauma or couples and parenting issues, I offer over 20 years of experience with proven techniques to help you through these tough times.
Elizabeth Wray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
I'm Elizabeth, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, clinical supervisor, and EMDR therapist working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I have experience working in eating disorder treatment which allowed me to work with individuals, families, and teens. I've also helped people struggling with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. I’m a humanistic and client-centered therapist and that allows us to work together collaboratively to set goals. I also employ EMDR and trauma-informed care, and eclectic modalities.
I'm Elizabeth, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, clinical supervisor, and EMDR therapist working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I have experience working in eating disorder treatment which allowed me to work with individuals, families, and teens. I've also helped people struggling with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more. I’m a humanistic and client-centered therapist and that allows us to work together collaboratively to set goals. I also employ EMDR and trauma-informed care, and eclectic modalities.
Phillip H Lolonis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
I specialize in the seamless integration of Team CBT, EMDR/Flash, IFS (Internal Family Systems "parts work"), and Mindfulness body awareness models.
I specialize in guiding individuals and families through intricate paths of healing, offering a unique blend of evidence-based models tailored to your specific needs. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, habits/addictions, perfectionism, or grief, my holistic approach spans every facet of life – from home to work, school to sports. With expertise as a guide and therapist, I excel with those who enter with motivation to address their suffering and make the deliberate choice to dedicate time to their healing journey. This is 360 healing and I am here to help you.
I specialize in the seamless integration of Team CBT, EMDR/Flash, IFS (Internal Family Systems "parts work"), and Mindfulness body awareness models.
I specialize in guiding individuals and families through intricate paths of healing, offering a unique blend of evidence-based models tailored to your specific needs. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, habits/addictions, perfectionism, or grief, my holistic approach spans every facet of life – from home to work, school to sports. With expertise as a guide and therapist, I excel with those who enter with motivation to address their suffering and make the deliberate choice to dedicate time to their healing journey. This is 360 healing and I am here to help you.
Gretchen Palau
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94506 (Online Only)
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
Matthew Kohagen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
I'm Matthew, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 30 years of behavioral health experience in both medical inpatient and outpatient settings and private practice. My specialties are adolescents and adults, LGBTQIA, addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, anger management, self-esteem, and self-actualization. My primary modalities are Person-Centered, and Gestalt Therapies with an emphasis on solution focussed coping skills and treatment goals. My approach to therapy is a collaborative effort to focus on coping skills and short-term and long-term goals to achieve the best possible outcome of the therapeutic process.
I'm Matthew, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 30 years of behavioral health experience in both medical inpatient and outpatient settings and private practice. My specialties are adolescents and adults, LGBTQIA, addictions, depression, anxiety, stress, anger management, self-esteem, and self-actualization. My primary modalities are Person-Centered, and Gestalt Therapies with an emphasis on solution focussed coping skills and treatment goals. My approach to therapy is a collaborative effort to focus on coping skills and short-term and long-term goals to achieve the best possible outcome of the therapeutic process.
Julia Brochstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94526
As your psychotherapist, I will listen to your unique lived experience. My approach is direct, client-centered, and prioritizes cultural sensitivity. While the majority of my practice focuses on improving one's relationship with food and body, I also collaborate with parents of teens in recovery from disordered eating, and people who struggle to cope with trauma, anxiety, or depressed mood. In your course of treatment we can navigate issues such as perfectionism, low self-esteem, body image distress, family issues and disordered eating behaviors. I will help you feel confident, safe and empowered in your body and in your life.
As your psychotherapist, I will listen to your unique lived experience. My approach is direct, client-centered, and prioritizes cultural sensitivity. While the majority of my practice focuses on improving one's relationship with food and body, I also collaborate with parents of teens in recovery from disordered eating, and people who struggle to cope with trauma, anxiety, or depressed mood. In your course of treatment we can navigate issues such as perfectionism, low self-esteem, body image distress, family issues and disordered eating behaviors. I will help you feel confident, safe and empowered in your body and in your life.
Amey Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94526
Hello and welcome! My name is Amey Davis, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Over time, I have had the honor of being a part of growth and healing with a variety of clients. While my licensure type might imply, I work solely with couples or families, I have a great deal of experience working with individual clients, as well. My hope is to provide a comfortable and compassionate environment that allows clients to explore and communicate their emotions in a way that will improve their life and their relationships.
Hello and welcome! My name is Amey Davis, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Over time, I have had the honor of being a part of growth and healing with a variety of clients. While my licensure type might imply, I work solely with couples or families, I have a great deal of experience working with individual clients, as well. My hope is to provide a comfortable and compassionate environment that allows clients to explore and communicate their emotions in a way that will improve their life and their relationships.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.