Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

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Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online

Alameda, CA 94501

Therapy with me is a place of active change. I help people manage stress and reduce overwhelm, strengthen relationships, build resilience, and move from "stuckness" into growth. My patients come to me to shift thinking styles, improve communication, and increase productivity. I use evidence-based practices (such as CBT and mindfulness) to enhance self-awareness, build skills, and achieve targeted goals. We also explore core beliefs and behavior patterns to deepen self-understanding. With couples, my work is informed by Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman research. My office is located in a beautiful, peaceful marina setting.

With a background in health/medical psychology and biofeedback, I focus on mind-body health and chronic pain/illness management. I teach non-pharmaceutical techniques to reduce pain flares, treat insomnia, manage headaches/migraines, and improve stress-related medical conditions. I utilize a highly effective breathing technique to treat panic attacks.

My other passion is Asian multicultural counseling. As a 2nd gen Japanese American, I am fluent in Japanese and specialize in providing culturally attuned services. I am committed to serving the AAPI community, addressing issues related to immigration, identity, racism, cross-cultural relationships, intergenerational conflict, and culture-specific values.

Call or Email Lina M Hannigan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 488-2623

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alameda, CA 94501

(510) 488-2623

I offer both in-person and video telehealth sessions. In-person, we enjoy views of the bay. I'm available weekdays until 4.

I specialize in Multicultural (esp. Japanese and Asian-American), Relationship Issues and Chronic Pain

$350 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Welcome! I'm a clinical psychologist specializing in mind-body health, multicultural issues, and relationships.

Let's Connect (510) 488-2623

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Alameda, CA 94501

(510) 488-2623

I offer both in-person and video telehealth sessions. In-person, we enjoy views of the bay. I'm available weekdays until 4.

I specialize in Multicultural (esp. Japanese and Asian-American), Relationship Issues and Chronic Pain

$350 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Welcome! I'm a clinical psychologist specializing in mind-body health, multicultural issues, and relationships.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $350
Couple Sessions $400
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

Individual sessions are 50 minutes. Couples sessions are 80 minutes. 50-minute couples sessions may be available upon request for a reduced fee. I accept private pay only. For those with out-of-network benefits, I provide a "superbill" for patients to submit for reimbursement.

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY20504 Lina M Hannigan

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 22 years

Attended Alliant International University (CSPP), Ph.D., Graduated 2004

Additional Credentials

Membership with Alameda County Psychological Association

Membership with NichiBei Care

I have over 20 years experience helping individuals and couples. Prior to my independent practice, I worked at Kaiser San Francisco's Chronic Pain Management Center and at a UCSF primary care clinic (Maxine Hall Health Center).

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Multicultural (esp. Japanese and Asian-American)
Relationship Issues
Chronic Pain

Expertise

Anxiety
Cancer
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Cross-cultural relationships
Depression
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Racial Identity
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Women's Issues

I take a culturally-responsive and attachment-informed approach to exploring the societal and family influences on our beliefs. When we understand the rules and assumptions we live by, and our reactions that seem hardwired, we can decide what works and what no longer serves us. With tools to calm the nervous system, we can access empathy and identify values and needs, leading to authenticity.

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

8 Endorsements

Dr. Athena Panzar

Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. Hannigan is an amazing psychologist, who is both extremely skilled and compassionate. She brings significant insight and warmth to her work, I highly recommend her!

Dr. Myra Gueco Bernecker

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

Mar Ortmann

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Margaret M Clausen

Psychologist, PsyD

Courtland McPherson

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Akiko Terao Lipton

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Pacific Islander

I also speak

Japanese

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Pacific Islander

I also speak

Japanese

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Biofeedback
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Feminist
Gottman Method
Integrative
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Narrative
Positive Psychology
Schema Therapy
Strength-Based

I use an integrative approach, with foundations in CBT and moving fluidly between ACT, mindfulness, self-compassion, narrative, and other strength-based work. I weave in schema therapy, attachment theory, and IFS work to build self-awareness and help heal old wounds. With couples, I am guided by the highly effective EFT framework to step out of negative cycles and build emotional bonds.

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 488-2623

Location

Primary Location

Alameda, CA 94501

(510) 488-2623

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Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Alameda

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer both in-person and video telehealth sessions. In-person, we enjoy views of the bay. I'm available weekdays until 4.

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 488-2623

I offer both in-person and video telehealth sessions. In-person, we enjoy views of the bay. I'm available weekdays until 4.

Lina M Hannigan

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 488-2623

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