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Livermore, CA 94551

Managed by Rula Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
My name is Jacob Garel, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist with a unique background in the military as a Pararescueman. With 20 years of experience serving and saving lives, I bring a deep understanding of crisis situations and a passion for helping individuals and families in need. Whether it's grief work, PTSD therapy, or accompanying you on your mental health journey, I am dedicated to walking beside you every step of the way. I am passionate about providing support to first responders, police, military personnel, and their families.
I specialize in psychodynamic, Rogerian, existential approaches, as well as DBT and CBT techniques. I provide a calm and grounded space for my clients. It is a place where I can hold space for my clients, which enables them to explore difficult emotions safely.
I approach goal setting with clients by first understanding their needs and desires, then collaboratively setting realistic and achievable goals that align with their values and promote their well-being.
Take the first step to help. Call or Jacob Garel now - (951) 336-0407

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Livermore, CA 94551

(951) 336-0407
My website
During your first session, we will fill out paperwork together, explain expectations of treatment, and identify goals for treatment.
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (951) 336-0407
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Managed by Rula Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Livermore, CA 94551

(951) 336-0407
My website
During your first session, we will fill out paperwork together, explain expectations of treatment, and identify goals for treatment.
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Coventry
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Evry Health
  • Geisinger
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Health Net
  • Horizon BCBS
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • Sidecar Health
  • Sutter
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I handle billing and insurance through Rula. They partner with over 120 insurance plans and keep costs simple and transparent. Before your first visit, you'll receive a personalized breakdown of your expected cost.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407
"
I handle billing and insurance through Rula. They partner with over 120 insurance plans and keep costs simple and transparent. Before your first visit, you'll receive a personalized breakdown of your expected cost.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 140095 Jacob Garel
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Santa Clara University, Master in Counseling (MC), Graduated 2021
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I am passionate about providing support to first responders, police, military personnel, and their families.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407
"
I am passionate about providing support to first responders, police, military personnel, and their families.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Veterans
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I provide a calm and grounded space for my clients. It is a place where I can hold space for my clients, which enables them to explore difficult emotions safely.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407
"
I provide a calm and grounded space for my clients. It is a place where I can hold space for my clients, which enables them to explore difficult emotions safely.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407

Endorsement

Angelina K. Larrigan
Angelina K. Larrigan
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Jacob is a dynamic and committed therapist who is able to motivate his clients to engage fully in their healing journey.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Existential
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Jungian
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I specialize and typically use psychodynamic, Rogerian, existential approaches, as well as DBT and CBT techniques.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407
"
I specialize and typically use psychodynamic, Rogerian, existential approaches, as well as DBT and CBT techniques.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (951) 336-0407

Location

Primary Location

Livermore, CA 94551

(951) 336-0407
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During your first session, we will fill out paperwork together, explain expectations of treatment, and identify goals for treatment.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (951) 336-0407
"
During your first session, we will fill out paperwork together, explain expectations of treatment, and identify goals for treatment.
Photo of Jacob Garel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jacob Garel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (951) 336-0407