Ivy Creek
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
1870 Olympic Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Let's Connect (925) 578-3812 x2

We specialize in helping people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or burnt out, particularly those navigating OCD, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship stress, or difficult family dynamics.
Our clients are often creatives, nurturers, deep thinkers, perfectionists. They tend to countless demands and are interested in taking meaningful steps toward feeling happier. If you feel trapped or long for more, we can help.
Our approach is practical and interactive while grounded in respect and empathy. We bring clarity, relief, and real solutions to every step of your journey with evidence-based therapy and strategies that align with your goals.
Together we explore the habits, insecurities, stressors, traits, and patterns impacting your life. We offer constructive insights and thoughtful guidance to support your needs while keeping it real with humor, warmth, and radical acceptance. In a confidential and protective space, our clients get to build resilience and grow in self-awareness and confidence.
Our beautiful, modern offices are on the ground floor in Walnut Creek with ample free parking and serene views of evergreens. We're walking distance from Forma Gym, Philz Coffee and a block from the highway. We also offer telehealth sessions throughout California and Utah.
Additional Information about our services can be found at www.AlamoCounseling. com
Call or Email Ivy Creek Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (925) 578-3812 x2
Let's Connect (925) 578-3812 x2

Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA)
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Health Net
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Quest Behavioral Health
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Ivy Creek Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (925) 578-3812 x2
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT49885 Shalini Mongia
- In Practice for 18 years
- Membership with CAMFT, EMDRIA, AAMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist: Shalini Mongia
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Ivy Creek Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (925) 578-3812 x2
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- LGBTQ+
- ADHD
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Ivy Creek Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 578-3812 x2
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Arabic ,
Hindi ,
Punjabi ,
Spanish ,
Urdu
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Arabic ,
Hindi ,
Punjabi ,
Spanish ,
Urdu
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Family Systems
- Imago
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Ivy Creek Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 578-3812 x2
Groups
Road to Licensure - Trainees & Associates Support
Becoming a therapist is both an exciting and challenging journey. This group provides a safe space for self-discovery and professional growth. We address concerns like grad school pressures, stressful work environments, countertransference, complex cases, clinical supervision, and test anxiety. Sessions are via Zoom on Fridays; 8 members max; open to trainees and associates based in California and Utah. Create lasting bonds with colleagues who inspire and uplift you as you connect and grow on your path to licensure.
Expertise
Anxiety
Grief
Peer Relationships
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$50+
Group Meets
Every other Fri 12 P.M. - 1 P.M.
Location
Alamo, CA 94507
Email Shalini Mongia about this group or call - (925) 578-3812 x2
Location
Nearby Areas
Ivy Creek Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (925) 578-3812 x2