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John Coyne
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94901
My approach is solution focused using techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness and Somatic Psychology.
Are you dealing with a life transition, chronic illness, caregiver stress, recent loss or struggling with unhealthy habits? Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused or depressed? Are you feeling burnt-out or out of balance? As a Health Psychologist my approach integrates mind, body and spirit. I offer a warm, non-judgemental setting to explore what values are most important to you, what keeps you from honoring your values and taking good care of yourself. Together we will develop strategies to get your life back on track. I offer in-person appointments in San Anselmo or video appointments for residents anywhere in California.
My approach is solution focused using techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness and Somatic Psychology.
Are you dealing with a life transition, chronic illness, caregiver stress, recent loss or struggling with unhealthy habits? Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused or depressed? Are you feeling burnt-out or out of balance? As a Health Psychologist my approach integrates mind, body and spirit. I offer a warm, non-judgemental setting to explore what values are most important to you, what keeps you from honoring your values and taking good care of yourself. Together we will develop strategies to get your life back on track. I offer in-person appointments in San Anselmo or video appointments for residents anywhere in California.
(415) 799-4547 View (415) 799-4547
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Sasha Georgeson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR, REAT
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
I believe that life’s challenges, whether external or internal, are opportunities for self-discovery and for becoming more aligned with your inner wisdom. My role as a therapist is to create an environment in which you can express yourself, feel deeply heard and connect to your authentic self. I believe that when we can meet ourselves with love and respect, we can heal from many issues. My focus is on supporting you to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, including your resources and strengths, your unique perspective, and your unconscious patterns so you can create the change and healing that you desire.
I believe that life’s challenges, whether external or internal, are opportunities for self-discovery and for becoming more aligned with your inner wisdom. My role as a therapist is to create an environment in which you can express yourself, feel deeply heard and connect to your authentic self. I believe that when we can meet ourselves with love and respect, we can heal from many issues. My focus is on supporting you to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, including your resources and strengths, your unique perspective, and your unconscious patterns so you can create the change and healing that you desire.
(415) 326-1913 View (415) 326-1913
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Michelle C. Ogle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94903  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. For 20 years, I continue to be humbled by your unique journey. I believe that all voices are equal and that multiple perspectives can exist simultaneously in a world where differences have become a challenge for many. I provide a non-judgmental space and relaxed style and welcome you as you are. Society teaches us to be one strong person, which can minimize the vital and essential parts in us that reveal our true Self. Do you have compassion for all of your parts? How do you show up in your life? And how can I best help you move forward from where you are to where you want to be? www.michelleoglemft.com
Accepting new clients. For 20 years, I continue to be humbled by your unique journey. I believe that all voices are equal and that multiple perspectives can exist simultaneously in a world where differences have become a challenge for many. I provide a non-judgmental space and relaxed style and welcome you as you are. Society teaches us to be one strong person, which can minimize the vital and essential parts in us that reveal our true Self. Do you have compassion for all of your parts? How do you show up in your life? And how can I best help you move forward from where you are to where you want to be? www.michelleoglemft.com
(805) 307-3557 View (805) 307-3557
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Ginny Bahr
Counselor, MA, LPCC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94915  (Online Only)
Addiction is a complex illness that has a lasting impact on a person and their entire family. Everyone's best intentions to heal or change can often result in outcomes that perpetuate suffering. The addiction cycle can feel like a rollercoaster with fleeting to no progress, or worse. There is a way off this ride. At Marin Family Recovery, we believe that a person's ability to change their life story and fully live a satisfying life is possible no matter how dark the starting place feels. Addiction is 100% treatable. With life there is always opportunity.
Addiction is a complex illness that has a lasting impact on a person and their entire family. Everyone's best intentions to heal or change can often result in outcomes that perpetuate suffering. The addiction cycle can feel like a rollercoaster with fleeting to no progress, or worse. There is a way off this ride. At Marin Family Recovery, we believe that a person's ability to change their life story and fully live a satisfying life is possible no matter how dark the starting place feels. Addiction is 100% treatable. With life there is always opportunity.
(415) 969-3045 View (415) 969-3045
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Andreas Bollinger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
Welcome, I’m Andreas, and thank you for stopping by. My goal is to create a safe space where you can feel empowered, practice self-compassion, strengthen your resilience, and create a life that is meaningful to you. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I have over 30 years of experience as a therapist, first responder to natural and human-made disasters, clinical supervisor, trainer/consultant, graduate level professor, and NIH-funded researcher. My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma/PTSD (Prolonged Exposure, Written Narrative Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy), substance use disorders, and mood disorders.
Welcome, I’m Andreas, and thank you for stopping by. My goal is to create a safe space where you can feel empowered, practice self-compassion, strengthen your resilience, and create a life that is meaningful to you. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist, I have over 30 years of experience as a therapist, first responder to natural and human-made disasters, clinical supervisor, trainer/consultant, graduate level professor, and NIH-funded researcher. My areas of expertise include treatments for trauma/PTSD (Prolonged Exposure, Written Narrative Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy), substance use disorders, and mood disorders.
(415) 849-9612 View (415) 849-9612
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Amy Cosby-Frost
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
We all need help sometimes. Clients come to me with a variety of problems, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationship issues and substance abuse. I work with my clients, identifying the strengths they already have and teaching new skills to address the problems that are causing them pain.
We all need help sometimes. Clients come to me with a variety of problems, depression, anxiety, parenting, relationship issues and substance abuse. I work with my clients, identifying the strengths they already have and teaching new skills to address the problems that are causing them pain.
(415) 868-4519 View (415) 868-4519
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Wendy A Calomiris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
Any scary event or even a medical diagnosis can wreak havoc & any daily routine is quickly found unmanageable. If the physical body fails you, it affects your mood. If emotions are out of wack, it affects your health. Either way, you deserve to feel in control and you can reclaim control. The goal is to highlight your strengths and minimize or eliminate any obstacles to healthy wellness. A direct benefit of engaging in effective help elevates your protective factors against emotional decay now a known correlate with disease. Together we can restore a sense of control, balance, and develop your future goals. You deserve to be happy.
Any scary event or even a medical diagnosis can wreak havoc & any daily routine is quickly found unmanageable. If the physical body fails you, it affects your mood. If emotions are out of wack, it affects your health. Either way, you deserve to feel in control and you can reclaim control. The goal is to highlight your strengths and minimize or eliminate any obstacles to healthy wellness. A direct benefit of engaging in effective help elevates your protective factors against emotional decay now a known correlate with disease. Together we can restore a sense of control, balance, and develop your future goals. You deserve to be happy.
(707) 743-4082 View (707) 743-4082
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Pamela Meyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94903
Please call if you are struggling, it is such a challenging time! You may be experiencing chaos, confusion, sadness or conflict. Or everything looks good on the surface - no one would know anything is wrong - but you feel alone and life feels without meaning. You want new ways to live so you can feel better and reach your highest aspirations without so much struggle. I am committed to compassionate kindness and intuitive skilled support, so you can shine your light again, and have your life work better.
Please call if you are struggling, it is such a challenging time! You may be experiencing chaos, confusion, sadness or conflict. Or everything looks good on the surface - no one would know anything is wrong - but you feel alone and life feels without meaning. You want new ways to live so you can feel better and reach your highest aspirations without so much struggle. I am committed to compassionate kindness and intuitive skilled support, so you can shine your light again, and have your life work better.
(415) 991-6043 View (415) 991-6043
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Julie S Lehman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working affirmatively with sex and gender diversity and sex-positive communities (LGBTQ*, non-normative relationships, open/non-monogamous, burners, polyamory, polysexuality, asexuality, intersex, gender nonconformity/fluidity, BDSM/kink, leather, fetish, HIV+, HepC+, Herpes+). I welcome clients with issues around minority stress, neurodivergence, depression/anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, couples/multiple-partner relationships, parent/child relationships, family counseling. I also welcome those looking to heal sexual trauma or those working through sexual difficulties. I'm a well-trained integrative sex therapist.
I specialize in working affirmatively with sex and gender diversity and sex-positive communities (LGBTQ*, non-normative relationships, open/non-monogamous, burners, polyamory, polysexuality, asexuality, intersex, gender nonconformity/fluidity, BDSM/kink, leather, fetish, HIV+, HepC+, Herpes+). I welcome clients with issues around minority stress, neurodivergence, depression/anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, couples/multiple-partner relationships, parent/child relationships, family counseling. I also welcome those looking to heal sexual trauma or those working through sexual difficulties. I'm a well-trained integrative sex therapist.
(415) 578-5306 View (415) 578-5306
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Melanie Summerhayes Neuropsychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
I provide clinical neuropsychological evaluations for a wide range of known or suspected cognitive disorders across the lifespan. I also provide psychotherapy to those suffering from life stressors related to medical conditions, losing a loved one, trauma, grief, and depression. Life is full of challenges and can leave you wondering where to go next. This can lead to all sorts of pain, frustration, sadness, anger, and resentment. The good news is that you do not have to struggle alone. I practice cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented and solution focused therapy, and teach DBT coping skills.
I provide clinical neuropsychological evaluations for a wide range of known or suspected cognitive disorders across the lifespan. I also provide psychotherapy to those suffering from life stressors related to medical conditions, losing a loved one, trauma, grief, and depression. Life is full of challenges and can leave you wondering where to go next. This can lead to all sorts of pain, frustration, sadness, anger, and resentment. The good news is that you do not have to struggle alone. I practice cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented and solution focused therapy, and teach DBT coping skills.
(415) 766-9499 View (415) 766-9499
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Vito Pelikan
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94903  (Online Only)
I focus on relationships - and I don't just mean with significant others. What is your relationship with your anxiety or depression? What is your relationship with your trauma, your past? What is your relationship with your thoughts on a daily basis? And how does it all affect how you relate to others? I believe that I can help to untangle the mess and leave you with a deeper understanding of your self or your situation.
I focus on relationships - and I don't just mean with significant others. What is your relationship with your anxiety or depression? What is your relationship with your trauma, your past? What is your relationship with your thoughts on a daily basis? And how does it all affect how you relate to others? I believe that I can help to untangle the mess and leave you with a deeper understanding of your self or your situation.
(415) 687-3892 View (415) 687-3892
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Cofounder and Business Partner Executive Coaching
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
Are you and your co-founder and business partner on the verge of a transition or expansion? You’ve put in tremendous effort to build your business, overcoming countless obstacles. While you’re proud of your achievements, the long hours and dedication have taken a toll on you both. You want your business to have a greater impact, but you're also fearful of losing the original spirit and dream as the expansion gains momentum. Before moving forward, address the cracks in the foundations of your business and partnership, and further grow your capacities. Misalignments make transitions and expansions even more difficult and complicated.
Are you and your co-founder and business partner on the verge of a transition or expansion? You’ve put in tremendous effort to build your business, overcoming countless obstacles. While you’re proud of your achievements, the long hours and dedication have taken a toll on you both. You want your business to have a greater impact, but you're also fearful of losing the original spirit and dream as the expansion gains momentum. Before moving forward, address the cracks in the foundations of your business and partnership, and further grow your capacities. Misalignments make transitions and expansions even more difficult and complicated.
(707) 415-4454 View (707) 415-4454
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Jesus Solorio Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
I enjoy working with Latinx and BIPOC individuals who face structural, racial, and cultural challenges.
I enjoy working with Latinx and BIPOC individuals who face structural, racial, and cultural challenges.
(562) 564-6402 View (562) 564-6402
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Dianne Ey Mani
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94903  (Online Only)
I have experience working with clients with anxiety, bipolar disorder, burnout, depression, grief, life transitions, pregnancy, sleep, stress, trauma, women's issues, and maternal mental health.
I have experience working with clients with anxiety, bipolar disorder, burnout, depression, grief, life transitions, pregnancy, sleep, stress, trauma, women's issues, and maternal mental health.
(415) 763-6719 View (415) 763-6719
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Gary Buck
Psychologist, PhD, Psychol
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94901
I am a licensed psychologist. I see both children and adults in my private practice. My work with children and adults utilizes our human ability to express ourselves through imagery in art, play, imagination, and dreams in ways that catalyzes healing and inner transformation. With children my work includes collateral sessions with their parents. With adults I also draw on my many years of spiritual practice, using such techniques as mindfulness and Yoga Nidra with my clients.
I am a licensed psychologist. I see both children and adults in my private practice. My work with children and adults utilizes our human ability to express ourselves through imagery in art, play, imagination, and dreams in ways that catalyzes healing and inner transformation. With children my work includes collateral sessions with their parents. With adults I also draw on my many years of spiritual practice, using such techniques as mindfulness and Yoga Nidra with my clients.
(707) 879-8948 View (707) 879-8948
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Rebecca Sweeney
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94901
Starting therapy is a big step - trusting a complete stranger with your vulnerabilities, hopes, and anxieties is no small ask. With that in mind, I aim to meet my clients where they're at in order to effect change in a sustainable way. I work with couples and individuals to unpack the origins of their behavioral and cognitive patterns and understand how those are impacting their current relationships and daily lives.
Starting therapy is a big step - trusting a complete stranger with your vulnerabilities, hopes, and anxieties is no small ask. With that in mind, I aim to meet my clients where they're at in order to effect change in a sustainable way. I work with couples and individuals to unpack the origins of their behavioral and cognitive patterns and understand how those are impacting their current relationships and daily lives.
(707) 723-8679 View (707) 723-8679
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Lisa Tangalos, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94903
I believe that emphasizing the individual's strengths make for a powerful tool for positive change. Having over 18 years experience working in varying school capacities, including therapist, teacher, parent coach, athletic director and parent volunteer, I am well versed in understanding how teens can struggle in their school settings and the rigors of parenting them. My goal is to cultivate resiliency and the maintenance of emotional wellness in the individuals and the families I serve.
I believe that emphasizing the individual's strengths make for a powerful tool for positive change. Having over 18 years experience working in varying school capacities, including therapist, teacher, parent coach, athletic director and parent volunteer, I am well versed in understanding how teens can struggle in their school settings and the rigors of parenting them. My goal is to cultivate resiliency and the maintenance of emotional wellness in the individuals and the families I serve.
(415) 943-5929 View (415) 943-5929
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Sierra Poppe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94901
I work with clients ages 13 and older, individuals and families. Primarily, I work with clients experiencing issues with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-harm, identity development, parenting issues, parent/child relationships, alcohol/drug abuse by teens and adults, recovery and rehab issues and reestablishment in the family, codependence (and family members affected by ones substance use), bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem, relationship issues, supporting medication management, as well as many other concerns.
I work with clients ages 13 and older, individuals and families. Primarily, I work with clients experiencing issues with anxiety, social anxiety, depression, self-harm, identity development, parenting issues, parent/child relationships, alcohol/drug abuse by teens and adults, recovery and rehab issues and reestablishment in the family, codependence (and family members affected by ones substance use), bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem, relationship issues, supporting medication management, as well as many other concerns.
(628) 258-6872 View (628) 258-6872
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Jenny Forman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Rafael, CA 94912
I provide individual psychotherapy to older adolescents and adults using primarily cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based strategies. I specialize in working with individuals who experience anxiety, self-judgment, depression, life transitions, or obstacles that may keep them from experiencing greater ease, joy, and alignment in their lives. I also provide psychological and psychoeducational assessments to children and adults to better understand their learning or psychological profile and to receive services that will help them reach their full potential.
I provide individual psychotherapy to older adolescents and adults using primarily cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based strategies. I specialize in working with individuals who experience anxiety, self-judgment, depression, life transitions, or obstacles that may keep them from experiencing greater ease, joy, and alignment in their lives. I also provide psychological and psychoeducational assessments to children and adults to better understand their learning or psychological profile and to receive services that will help them reach their full potential.
(415) 634-9099 View (415) 634-9099
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Julie Iverson
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Rafael, CA 94901  (Online Only)
Whether your child or teenager is facing challenges that you are not sure how to handle, or you are a young adult facing the complexities of life and feeling overwhelmed, I believe counseling can help. I have a passion for helping children, teens, and young adults grow their skills and confidence so they can live a life where they feel they can thrive. I love working with youth and young adults who are struggling with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and/or their sense of self-worth. I exclusively provide tele-therapy (think FaceTime) for people who reside in California.
Whether your child or teenager is facing challenges that you are not sure how to handle, or you are a young adult facing the complexities of life and feeling overwhelmed, I believe counseling can help. I have a passion for helping children, teens, and young adults grow their skills and confidence so they can live a life where they feel they can thrive. I love working with youth and young adults who are struggling with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and/or their sense of self-worth. I exclusively provide tele-therapy (think FaceTime) for people who reside in California.
(707) 205-4311 View (707) 205-4311
Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.