Kara Swedlow

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

11 Endorsed

5435 College Ave, Suite 202-6, Oakland, CA 94618

My work is integrative, blending depth psychology with studies in attachment, neuroscience, and relational and developmental psychology. I am influenced by analytic traditions which contain a focus on trauma, and studies in contemporary neuroscience, which show how our brains process our affective (emotional) experience, particularly in the context of relationship. In addition to discussing your current and historical life experiences in our sessions, we may incorporate your dreams and somatic (body) mindfulness practices, such as exploring body sensations and their emotional counterparts.

I have a wide range of clinical experience with culturally and socially diverse clients, including Bay Area homeless youth, students at Cal State East Bay and San Francisco Conservatory of Music, as well as individuals, couples and groups in private practice.

In addition to my work as a therapist, I have a background in fiction, poetry, music, and visual art. I have a special interest in working with sexual abuse and other trauma, shame and self-esteem, and issues unique to artists, performers, writers, and activists.

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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Kara Swedlow, PhD, MFT

5435 College Ave

Suite 202-6

Oakland, CA 94618

(415) 347-8854

I specialize in Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and Mood Disorders

$220 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Let's Connect (415) 347-8854

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Kara Swedlow, PhD, MFT

5435 College Ave

Suite 202-6

Oakland, CA 94618

(415) 347-8854

I specialize in Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and Mood Disorders

$220 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $220
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
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Kara Swedlow

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (415) 347-8854

Kara Swedlow

Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 52221 Kara Swedlow
In Practice for 16 Years
Certificate from Psychoanalytic Institute of Northern California Psychoanalyst / 2019
Degree/Diploma from California Institute of Integral Studies Masters in Counseling Psychology / 2009
Attended Pacifica Graduate Institute , PhD, Graduated 2016