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Available both in-person and online
5725 Oak Grove Avenue Oakland, CA 94618
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.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5725 Oak Grove Avenue

Oakland, CA 94618 map

(510) 781-9568

The Center for Early Childhood Connections

1009b Solano Ave

Albany, CA 94706 map

My website
I specialize in Child, Caregivers and Anxiety 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (510) 781-9568
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5725 Oak Grove Avenue

Oakland, CA 94618 map

(510) 781-9568

The Center for Early Childhood Connections

1009b Solano Ave

Albany, CA 94706 map

My website
I specialize in Child, Caregivers and Anxiety 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $195
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health
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I offer sliding scale services through The Center for Early Childhood Connections.
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568
"
I offer sliding scale services through The Center for Early Childhood Connections.
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 16843 Juliet Small Ernst
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended University of San Francisco, M.A. Counseling Psychology
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis, Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program
  • Certificate from The Psychotherapy Institute, Post-Graduate Training Program
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Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (510) 781-9568
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. 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
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I offer focused services for young children (0-5) and families at The Center for Early Childhood Connections, in Albany, CA. I offer psychodynamic and play therapy for adults, adolescents, children, and dyads/couples in my private practice in Oakland, CA.
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568
"
I offer focused services for young children (0-5) and families at The Center for Early Childhood Connections, in Albany, CA. I offer psychodynamic and play therapy for adults, adolescents, children, and dyads/couples in my private practice in Oakland, CA.
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568

Endorsement

Stephanie Bain
Stephanie Bain
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Juliet is a thoughtful, attuned, and compassionate therapist whose depth-oriented approach helps clients better understand themselves and their relationships. She brings warmth, insight, and care to every stage of the process.

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
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My primary training is in relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults, children, and adolescents. This is a longer-term, depth-oriented therapy suitable for those interested in getting at the roots of their problems and patterns.
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568
"
My primary training is in relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults, children, and adolescents. This is a longer-term, depth-oriented therapy suitable for those interested in getting at the roots of their problems and patterns.
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 781-9568

Location

Primary Location

5725 Oak Grove Avenue

Oakland, CA 94618

(510) 781-9568

Additional Location

The Center for Early Childhood Connections

1009b Solano Ave

Albany, CA 94706

(510) 781-9568
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 781-9568
Photo of Juliet Small Ernst, Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Juliet Small Ernst
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 781-9568