Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA
Rachel A. Murray
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or generally dissatisfied with your life? Do you want to experience less anxiety and sadness? Does procrastination, over-thinking, perfectionism or people pleasing get in your way? If you are seeking help for your child, are you concerned they do not have the coping skills necessary to navigate the challenges of modern life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. Whether you or your child is experiencing the first signs of emotional distress or are struggling with debilitating symptoms, therapy can help.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or generally dissatisfied with your life? Do you want to experience less anxiety and sadness? Does procrastination, over-thinking, perfectionism or people pleasing get in your way? If you are seeking help for your child, are you concerned they do not have the coping skills necessary to navigate the challenges of modern life? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. Whether you or your child is experiencing the first signs of emotional distress or are struggling with debilitating symptoms, therapy can help.
Janitzia Rodríguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
You're trying to better your life, but others in your life just aren't. Maybe someone you love struggles with addiction and being around them can get tense and uncomfortable? Can't they see that there is more to life than senseless drama, dysfunctional relationships or addiction?" We don't have control over other people, but we do have control over what we allow & don't allow in our lives. You're ready for change, willing to put in the work & I'm here for it all.
You're trying to better your life, but others in your life just aren't. Maybe someone you love struggles with addiction and being around them can get tense and uncomfortable? Can't they see that there is more to life than senseless drama, dysfunctional relationships or addiction?" We don't have control over other people, but we do have control over what we allow & don't allow in our lives. You're ready for change, willing to put in the work & I'm here for it all.
Gretchen Palau
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (Online Only)
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
Michelle Hider
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Michelle Hider, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), specializes in working with adolescents and adults who present with addiction, anxiety, mood disturbances, PTS, and self-injurous behaviors. She's a trained Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Hakomi, IFS, and breathwork therapist who integrates strength-based, existential, and culturally sensitive modalities to help people heal and thrive. She supports goals clients identify and believes connection, loving presence, and community are an integral part of healing and recovery. Her main focus is to meet clients where they are by supporting changes they are ready to make.
Michelle Hider, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), specializes in working with adolescents and adults who present with addiction, anxiety, mood disturbances, PTS, and self-injurous behaviors. She's a trained Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, Hakomi, IFS, and breathwork therapist who integrates strength-based, existential, and culturally sensitive modalities to help people heal and thrive. She supports goals clients identify and believes connection, loving presence, and community are an integral part of healing and recovery. Her main focus is to meet clients where they are by supporting changes they are ready to make.
Jonathan Goode
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating a wide variety of mood, anxiety, and trauma-related problems. I have experience working with adults 18 and older who are suffering from depression, anger, PTSD, addiction, sleep problems, anxiety, and life adjustment issues. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral treatments to help people overcome these issues. My objective is to allow you to achieve your goals whether that means improving your overall wellbeing, being more successful in your personal life or at work, or better managing an area in which you struggle.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating a wide variety of mood, anxiety, and trauma-related problems. I have experience working with adults 18 and older who are suffering from depression, anger, PTSD, addiction, sleep problems, anxiety, and life adjustment issues. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral treatments to help people overcome these issues. My objective is to allow you to achieve your goals whether that means improving your overall wellbeing, being more successful in your personal life or at work, or better managing an area in which you struggle.
Jess Piasecki
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
I trust your intuition. You may have landed here because you're feeling something difficult, or not quite sure how you feel. I work relationally to help you connect more to yourself and to integrate all parts of your experience, safely. I find a depth-oriented approach effective with utilizing EMDR, Attachment, DBT, Somatic Experiencing, & Psychodynamic lenses. I do not view symptoms as a pathology, but information about our needs, our inner world, and our life's meaning. I am in it with you.
I trust your intuition. You may have landed here because you're feeling something difficult, or not quite sure how you feel. I work relationally to help you connect more to yourself and to integrate all parts of your experience, safely. I find a depth-oriented approach effective with utilizing EMDR, Attachment, DBT, Somatic Experiencing, & Psychodynamic lenses. I do not view symptoms as a pathology, but information about our needs, our inner world, and our life's meaning. I am in it with you.
Trishka L Lampkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Not accepting new clients
My name is Trishka L. Lampkin I am an African American, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My experience includes over 17 years working with individuals, couples, families, children, and teens; domestic violence victims/survivors, substance abuse/recovery, court-ordered interventions (CPS, Probation, Family Court) and LGBTQ+ issues such as coming out, same sex couples, and acceptance.
My name is Trishka L. Lampkin I am an African American, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My experience includes over 17 years working with individuals, couples, families, children, and teens; domestic violence victims/survivors, substance abuse/recovery, court-ordered interventions (CPS, Probation, Family Court) and LGBTQ+ issues such as coming out, same sex couples, and acceptance.
Sena Weidkamp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
My areas of focus include life changes, relationships, trauma, grief, recovery, women's issues and perimenopause/ menopause transitions. Changes to our lives both expected and unexpected, can interrupt our sense of wellbeing or divert us from our desired paths, making it hard to find our way back. We get lost in the heartbreaks, sadness, unmet needs, or trauma responses that fractures how we view and know ourselves. Working our way through unfolding memories, processing traumas, validating feelings, and honoring where we hurt, makes space for more love, connection, compassion and fulfillment. All of which, you deserve.
My areas of focus include life changes, relationships, trauma, grief, recovery, women's issues and perimenopause/ menopause transitions. Changes to our lives both expected and unexpected, can interrupt our sense of wellbeing or divert us from our desired paths, making it hard to find our way back. We get lost in the heartbreaks, sadness, unmet needs, or trauma responses that fractures how we view and know ourselves. Working our way through unfolding memories, processing traumas, validating feelings, and honoring where we hurt, makes space for more love, connection, compassion and fulfillment. All of which, you deserve.
Greg Becker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
Hello, My name is Greg M Becker, LMFT, located in California. My passion is to be a facilitator of healing for all those with whom I work. Collaborating with my clients and establishing rapport creates opportunities for quick, positive progress. My solutions-based approach along with my customized treatment plans keep clients moving toward their identified goals.
Hello, My name is Greg M Becker, LMFT, located in California. My passion is to be a facilitator of healing for all those with whom I work. Collaborating with my clients and establishing rapport creates opportunities for quick, positive progress. My solutions-based approach along with my customized treatment plans keep clients moving toward their identified goals.
Isabelle M DeArmond
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
There are times in life when we feel lost and down, when we feel the same story unfold again and again and we desire some change. We may also continuously carry the wounds of previous trauma. As a psychologist and Jungian analyst, my approach is to develop a therapeutic alliance with my patients in a climate of trust and respect for their unfolding life story. Progressively, we develop a relationship with some underlying, hidden aspects of the personality which could, among other avenues, express themselves in dreams. Ultimately, the respectful relationship to one's center, the Self, brings healing and a creative transformation.
There are times in life when we feel lost and down, when we feel the same story unfold again and again and we desire some change. We may also continuously carry the wounds of previous trauma. As a psychologist and Jungian analyst, my approach is to develop a therapeutic alliance with my patients in a climate of trust and respect for their unfolding life story. Progressively, we develop a relationship with some underlying, hidden aspects of the personality which could, among other avenues, express themselves in dreams. Ultimately, the respectful relationship to one's center, the Self, brings healing and a creative transformation.
Charvee Goel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
My approach to therapy is focused on creating a curated template that suits your needs. This involves collaboratively working together to develop the skills and putting them to use in your daily life. This process will allow you to liberate yourself from the hurdles that are stopping you from reaching your goals. I incorporate thoughtful questions, metaphors, and coping strategies in session to support growth and development.
My approach to therapy is focused on creating a curated template that suits your needs. This involves collaboratively working together to develop the skills and putting them to use in your daily life. This process will allow you to liberate yourself from the hurdles that are stopping you from reaching your goals. I incorporate thoughtful questions, metaphors, and coping strategies in session to support growth and development.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt alone in a crowded room? Had an overwhelming feeling of wanting to cry, but not really sure why? Thoughts and worries that keep you up at night? You are not alone, many of us struggle with depression and anxiety in our everyday lives. These struggles might cause us to not perform our best at work, keep us from concentrating in school and cause us to say things that we don’t mean to the ones that we love. I can help you identify what you want to improve in your life and create a safe space for you to be able to overcome the barriers preventing you from succeeding.
Have you ever felt alone in a crowded room? Had an overwhelming feeling of wanting to cry, but not really sure why? Thoughts and worries that keep you up at night? You are not alone, many of us struggle with depression and anxiety in our everyday lives. These struggles might cause us to not perform our best at work, keep us from concentrating in school and cause us to say things that we don’t mean to the ones that we love. I can help you identify what you want to improve in your life and create a safe space for you to be able to overcome the barriers preventing you from succeeding.
Sorrenta Chantel Stuart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Are you feeling tired, overwhelmed, worried or just not yourself? As a seasoned clinician I help you navigate the heaviness that blocks your growth. Do you miss parts of yourself and tend to live in your mind? If you just want to feel better, and don’t know the why, let’s talk, let’s find a way together. You are smart, successful, busy, yet just not feeling right. That’s ok. You want to feel better because it’s too overwhelming. I can help - Mind, body, and soul. Licensed to supervise interns.
Are you feeling tired, overwhelmed, worried or just not yourself? As a seasoned clinician I help you navigate the heaviness that blocks your growth. Do you miss parts of yourself and tend to live in your mind? If you just want to feel better, and don’t know the why, let’s talk, let’s find a way together. You are smart, successful, busy, yet just not feeling right. That’s ok. You want to feel better because it’s too overwhelming. I can help - Mind, body, and soul. Licensed to supervise interns.
Alicia Grefenson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Therapy is a journey of looking inward in order to move onward in your life in a more present, whole-hearted way. I believe deeply that every person has the ability to work through loss, sadness, anxiety and other painful experiences to become more fully alive. When we avoid or numb uncomfortable or difficult feelings, we also numb our ability to feel joy, peace of mind, gratitude and love. Speaking our truths in the presence of empathy, warmth and non-judgement can be the first step towards healing.
Therapy is a journey of looking inward in order to move onward in your life in a more present, whole-hearted way. I believe deeply that every person has the ability to work through loss, sadness, anxiety and other painful experiences to become more fully alive. When we avoid or numb uncomfortable or difficult feelings, we also numb our ability to feel joy, peace of mind, gratitude and love. Speaking our truths in the presence of empathy, warmth and non-judgement can be the first step towards healing.
Nadezhda (Nadya) Peeva
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, SEP, MAPP, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I approach the process of therapy with the deepest respect for the inherent wholeness and dignity of every individual I have the privilege to work with. I will support you in addressing the challenges of chronic stress and the painful effects of trauma while holding the conviction that your capacity for connection, peace, and well-being is your birthright. And I will accompany you as you begin to find your way back to a truer, more vital and clear sense of who you are and what matters to you.
I approach the process of therapy with the deepest respect for the inherent wholeness and dignity of every individual I have the privilege to work with. I will support you in addressing the challenges of chronic stress and the painful effects of trauma while holding the conviction that your capacity for connection, peace, and well-being is your birthright. And I will accompany you as you begin to find your way back to a truer, more vital and clear sense of who you are and what matters to you.
Tali Korati Biale
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I love working with teens, families, and couples, especially those navigating the challenges of parenthood and the identity shifts that change brings. I am passionate about supporting moms through the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum and working with anyone who is navigating depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship concerns.
I love working with teens, families, and couples, especially those navigating the challenges of parenthood and the identity shifts that change brings. I am passionate about supporting moms through the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum and working with anyone who is navigating depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship concerns.
Ezgi Rozenshteyn
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I work with issues related to anxiety, stress, phobias, perfectionism, relationships, self-criticism, body image, self-esteem and trauma. I prioritize establishing a trusting relationship with my clients to help them achieve meaningful and lasting change. My approach is evidence-based and solution-focused. I customize my treatments to meet the specific needs of each individual and their family, with a primary emphasis on addressing their goals, potential, and challenges. I am dedicated to providing my clients with tools to explore their patterns, decrease emotional distress, manage conflicts, and cultivate meaningful connections.
I work with issues related to anxiety, stress, phobias, perfectionism, relationships, self-criticism, body image, self-esteem and trauma. I prioritize establishing a trusting relationship with my clients to help them achieve meaningful and lasting change. My approach is evidence-based and solution-focused. I customize my treatments to meet the specific needs of each individual and their family, with a primary emphasis on addressing their goals, potential, and challenges. I am dedicated to providing my clients with tools to explore their patterns, decrease emotional distress, manage conflicts, and cultivate meaningful connections.
Taylor Susan Culbertson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
At Moraine Therapy, we use mindfulness practices to increase awareness and insight into the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and actions to help clients act in line with their core values. With knowledge comes the power to choose.
At Moraine Therapy, we use mindfulness practices to increase awareness and insight into the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and actions to help clients act in line with their core values. With knowledge comes the power to choose.
Annie LeClaire
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Finding a safe place to process pain is crucial. I work with individual adults, teens, families and couples to overcome emotional difficulties and enhance their ability to connect with self and others.
Finding a safe place to process pain is crucial. I work with individual adults, teens, families and couples to overcome emotional difficulties and enhance their ability to connect with self and others.
Kristina Blatter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 15 years of experience. I have worked in many different environments including hospitals, drug and alcohol treatment, residential treatment, and in community mental health. I am now committed to guiding folks in a more intimate private practice setting either in office or via telehealth. If you're dealing with specific mental health challenges or just looking to gain more insight into what is holding you back, my goal is to explore your path to emotional well being. I hope to get to know you!
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 15 years of experience. I have worked in many different environments including hospitals, drug and alcohol treatment, residential treatment, and in community mental health. I am now committed to guiding folks in a more intimate private practice setting either in office or via telehealth. If you're dealing with specific mental health challenges or just looking to gain more insight into what is holding you back, my goal is to explore your path to emotional well being. I hope to get to know you!
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Number of Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA
800+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Stress |
65% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
60% | Aetna |
49% | Cigna and Evernorth |
38% | Other |
How Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA see their clients
68% | In Person and Online | |
32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Walnut Creek?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.