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Haleh Kashani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Larkspur, CA 94939
I would like take this opportunity to provide you with some information about myself and my practice.I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in practice for over 30 years. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults in individual, family and group therapy settings. I treat wide array of conditions, from stress management and normal life issues and interpersonal and family problems to more serious conditions such as depression, anxiety and other psychological problems.
I would like take this opportunity to provide you with some information about myself and my practice.I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have been in practice for over 30 years. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults in individual, family and group therapy settings. I treat wide array of conditions, from stress management and normal life issues and interpersonal and family problems to more serious conditions such as depression, anxiety and other psychological problems.
(415) 697-3942 View (415) 697-3942
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Brenda Fishleder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults in transition, as well as those presenting with self-harm, mood disorders, anxiety, and family/peer relationship issues.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 30 years, and bring an eclectic blend of psychodynamic, neuropsychological, mindfulness-based and cognitive theoretical frameworks to my work. My emphasis is on creating a safe and compassionate environment for the healing of a wide range emotional and relationship issues, making every effort to tailor treatment to the specific needs of each individual(s) seeking my help. My work with couples focues on a positive approach to differences, providing insight, improving communication and increasing empathy. I am open to referrals of individuals, couples, families, adolescents and adults from age 11 and older.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults in transition, as well as those presenting with self-harm, mood disorders, anxiety, and family/peer relationship issues.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 30 years, and bring an eclectic blend of psychodynamic, neuropsychological, mindfulness-based and cognitive theoretical frameworks to my work. My emphasis is on creating a safe and compassionate environment for the healing of a wide range emotional and relationship issues, making every effort to tailor treatment to the specific needs of each individual(s) seeking my help. My work with couples focues on a positive approach to differences, providing insight, improving communication and increasing empathy. I am open to referrals of individuals, couples, families, adolescents and adults from age 11 and older.
(415) 802-0586 View (415) 802-0586
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Kate Bergbauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Larkspur, CA 94939  (Online Only)
I see therapy as a powerful process of discovery and transformation. People begin therapy for many reasons. Maybe you currently feel stuck in negative beliefs, patterns, or behaviors. Or maybe you are looking for meaningful ways to change. Therapy can teach you to be more compassionate towards yourself. I feel that therapy does not need to be a long term process and encourage clients to take an active part in their journey. Mindfullness is at the center of my work and I love to share mindfulness concepts with clients.
I see therapy as a powerful process of discovery and transformation. People begin therapy for many reasons. Maybe you currently feel stuck in negative beliefs, patterns, or behaviors. Or maybe you are looking for meaningful ways to change. Therapy can teach you to be more compassionate towards yourself. I feel that therapy does not need to be a long term process and encourage clients to take an active part in their journey. Mindfullness is at the center of my work and I love to share mindfulness concepts with clients.
(415) 686-8612 View (415) 686-8612
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Megan O'Donnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
By creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to reflect; I help individuals gain insight into their internal experience. By creating space to think together, I work to help clarify challenges that may be getting in the way of a client(s) well-being. I aim to provide my client(s) a new perspective and a deeper understanding of the presenting problem; which will create a greater awareness about the roots of their symptoms. I support each individual to set goals that are specific to their respective needs.
By creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to reflect; I help individuals gain insight into their internal experience. By creating space to think together, I work to help clarify challenges that may be getting in the way of a client(s) well-being. I aim to provide my client(s) a new perspective and a deeper understanding of the presenting problem; which will create a greater awareness about the roots of their symptoms. I support each individual to set goals that are specific to their respective needs.
(415) 384-5186 View (415) 384-5186
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Sharon Laurenza LP/ Behavioral Design
Psychologist, EdD, MAEd, MAEd, Counsel, Admin
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939  (Online Only)
Hello! I am Dr. Sharon Laurenza, Licensed Psychologist. The name of my business is "BEHAVIORAL DESIGN-- Solution-Oriented Approaches To Change" as I believe you can develop the discipline needed to make the changes you desire to bring you closer to your personal and/or professional goals. I work as a psychologist who does psychotherapy, executive and personal coaching, counseling and consulting. Counseling, Coaching and Psychotherapy all help you to become more in alignment, a better and more comfortable fit, with yourself (inside and out). This is done through your work on your identified concerns and desire for change.
Hello! I am Dr. Sharon Laurenza, Licensed Psychologist. The name of my business is "BEHAVIORAL DESIGN-- Solution-Oriented Approaches To Change" as I believe you can develop the discipline needed to make the changes you desire to bring you closer to your personal and/or professional goals. I work as a psychologist who does psychotherapy, executive and personal coaching, counseling and consulting. Counseling, Coaching and Psychotherapy all help you to become more in alignment, a better and more comfortable fit, with yourself (inside and out). This is done through your work on your identified concerns and desire for change.
(831) 531-2721 View (831) 531-2721
Photo of Lauren Stern, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in 94939, CA
Lauren Stern
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
To live a happier and healthier life, starting therapy is a step in the right direction. Together, in therapy, we will explore the past and present and any obstacles getting in the way of achieving your current and future goals. It is important to have a safe space to reflect and verbalize changes that you would like to make and identify what you have learned about yourself and apply those lessons to your life moving forward. If you are looking for someone to be a sounding board, but also provide direct feedback and solution-focused tactics, then we could be a great match to work together in your therapeutic journey.
To live a happier and healthier life, starting therapy is a step in the right direction. Together, in therapy, we will explore the past and present and any obstacles getting in the way of achieving your current and future goals. It is important to have a safe space to reflect and verbalize changes that you would like to make and identify what you have learned about yourself and apply those lessons to your life moving forward. If you are looking for someone to be a sounding board, but also provide direct feedback and solution-focused tactics, then we could be a great match to work together in your therapeutic journey.
(858) 943-6493 View (858) 943-6493
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Sherry Reyes Gillimore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Larkspur, CA 94939
Despite being in love, committed, loyal, and giving - life is hard and your relationship is full of broken promises, fighting, lack of connection, ruined holidays, and stressful vacations. Your constant concern for your loved one gets in the way of the life you want in so many ways. You feel guilty for being frustrated and drained. And you're worried that taking care of yourself is selfish and may lead to disaster. But you're running on empty, and you don't know how much more you can take.
Despite being in love, committed, loyal, and giving - life is hard and your relationship is full of broken promises, fighting, lack of connection, ruined holidays, and stressful vacations. Your constant concern for your loved one gets in the way of the life you want in so many ways. You feel guilty for being frustrated and drained. And you're worried that taking care of yourself is selfish and may lead to disaster. But you're running on empty, and you don't know how much more you can take.
(415) 729-2487 View (415) 729-2487
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Megan Fuller O'Donnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
Hello! I work with adolescents, parents, adults and couples. I create a safe space for individuals to explore and learn more about themselves. I aim to understand each individual's motivations and experience. I provide clients with insights that will help them get clarity about their circumstances in hopes of reducing symptoms. I provide psycho-education about the client's behavior and help them connect the links between their thoughts, feelings and actions. I utilize my clinical experience to determine what interventions and theoretical orientation makes the most sense for each individual to help support their progress.
Hello! I work with adolescents, parents, adults and couples. I create a safe space for individuals to explore and learn more about themselves. I aim to understand each individual's motivations and experience. I provide clients with insights that will help them get clarity about their circumstances in hopes of reducing symptoms. I provide psycho-education about the client's behavior and help them connect the links between their thoughts, feelings and actions. I utilize my clinical experience to determine what interventions and theoretical orientation makes the most sense for each individual to help support their progress.
(415) 915-2486 View (415) 915-2486
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Rebecca M. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
We all want to be happy, or at least free from emotional pain. If you're here, something in your life is causing emotional discomfort--and some part of you senses an invitation to explore your inner and relational worlds with understanding and compassion. I help adults and adolescents deal with obstacles to their preferred lives--unwanted symptoms, relationship challenges, difficulty adjusting to change and loss. My goal is to reinforce your strengths, while co-discovering with you new solutions to the issues blocking growth. I offer a creative and practical style, drawing on approaches specifically tailored to your needs.
We all want to be happy, or at least free from emotional pain. If you're here, something in your life is causing emotional discomfort--and some part of you senses an invitation to explore your inner and relational worlds with understanding and compassion. I help adults and adolescents deal with obstacles to their preferred lives--unwanted symptoms, relationship challenges, difficulty adjusting to change and loss. My goal is to reinforce your strengths, while co-discovering with you new solutions to the issues blocking growth. I offer a creative and practical style, drawing on approaches specifically tailored to your needs.
(415) 475-8606 View (415) 475-8606
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Sharon Christopher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Larkspur, CA 94939
Do you and your partner find yourselves having the same argument over and over again without making progress in finding solutions? Do you miss your partner feeling like your best friend? If conflict and communication problems are damaging your relationship, it might be best to seek couple therapy. I recognize the courage it takes to reach out for support and I provide a judgment-free space for couples who want to improve their relationship.
Do you and your partner find yourselves having the same argument over and over again without making progress in finding solutions? Do you miss your partner feeling like your best friend? If conflict and communication problems are damaging your relationship, it might be best to seek couple therapy. I recognize the courage it takes to reach out for support and I provide a judgment-free space for couples who want to improve their relationship.
(628) 200-4132 View (628) 200-4132
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Jill Boeri
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
Are stress and worry getting you down? Well, take a deep breath and look no further. With the help of therapy, we can work together to find the life balance that has always been meant for you. As with all things that are challenging, the first step takes courage and vulnerability, but here you are, you did it! Now what? In our work together we will examine top stressors, identify coping strategies, reflect deeply on early experiences, and implement change. Over time, and with compassion, my aim is to support personal growth and self-discovery for years to come. My work is grounded in allowing space for my clients to be the experts.
Are stress and worry getting you down? Well, take a deep breath and look no further. With the help of therapy, we can work together to find the life balance that has always been meant for you. As with all things that are challenging, the first step takes courage and vulnerability, but here you are, you did it! Now what? In our work together we will examine top stressors, identify coping strategies, reflect deeply on early experiences, and implement change. Over time, and with compassion, my aim is to support personal growth and self-discovery for years to come. My work is grounded in allowing space for my clients to be the experts.
(415) 949-0485 View (415) 949-0485
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Nicolas Chu
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
My philosophy is to empower my patients to be helpful and compassionate towards themselves and develop a healthy way to deal with life’s difficult times. Therapy is about personal connection, and my first goal is always to provide a safe, comfortable environment for my patients.
My philosophy is to empower my patients to be helpful and compassionate towards themselves and develop a healthy way to deal with life’s difficult times. Therapy is about personal connection, and my first goal is always to provide a safe, comfortable environment for my patients.
(415) 496-0286 View (415) 496-0286
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Recovery Without Walls
MD
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
The Recovery Without Walls approach transcends the current treatment model for addiction and chronic pain. We integrate pharmacological expertise, personalized care, and tireless patient advocacy to promote healing that extends through all aspects of your life.
The Recovery Without Walls approach transcends the current treatment model for addiction and chronic pain. We integrate pharmacological expertise, personalized care, and tireless patient advocacy to promote healing that extends through all aspects of your life.
(628) 200-3655 View (628) 200-3655
Ilana G Senk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Larkspur, CA 94939
(415) 689-3709 View (415) 689-3709

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.