Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
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I offer support for adults, children, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, the impact of traumatic experiences, and emotions that can feel unmanageable alone. By building a warm, trusting relationship, I help young clients cultivate self-awareness, work through problem behaviors, and build confidence through play, conversation, and creativity. I offer dyadic therapy for children 0–5 and caregivers to address emotional and behavioral problems and help strengthen attachment bonds. With adults, I tend to work with those who feel stuck, anxious, or depressed and are seeking more vitality in their work and relationships.
My style is relaxed, conversational, and good-humored, my energy gentle and steady. My primary training is in psychodynamic talk therapy, and I integrate cognitive and mindfulness-based tools when helpful. I've trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, Child-Centered Play Therapy, and SPACE, a targeted, parent-focused treatment for child anxiety.
When you are suffering, it takes courage and energy to start looking for a therapist. You've taken an important first step just by being here! Please don't hesitate to reach out for a free 20-minute consultation call to see if I may be a good match for you or your child.
Call or Email Juliet Small Ernst now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 781-9568
Let's Connect (510) 781-9568

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $195
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Student Health
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 16843 Juliet Small Ernst
- In Practice for 6 years
- Attended University of San Francisco, M.A. Counseling Psychology
- Certificate from San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis, Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program
- Certificate from The Psychotherapy Institute, Post-Graduate Training Program
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (510) 781-9568
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Caregivers
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Regulation
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Compassion
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Culturally Sensitive
- Play Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- SPACE
- Strength-Based
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568
Location
Additional Location
The Center for Early Childhood Connections
1009b Solano Ave
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 781-9568