Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH (he, him)

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5 Endorsed

175 E. Prospect Ave, Suite 210A (Office A, 2nd floor), Danville, CA 94526

Waitlist for new clients

(510) 725-4573

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I use an integrative approach that blends evidence-based practices grounded in the psychological literature. I have experience working with adolescents and adults to eliminate: anxiety, stress, and anger issues; depressive and bipolar mood symptoms; relationship, work, and school issues; rumination and repetitive behaviors; and substance use problems. Therapy is a process that can involve learning skills, working through challenging emotions, motivating ego, behavior change, interpersonal effectiveness, and identity formation factors.

I have specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for trauma re-processing, Ericksonian hypnotherapy, and motivational enhancement. In addition to talk therapy, I use relaxation, mindfulness, and grounding strategies to enhance mind-body-spirit communication.

First, I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to start therapy and patience to find a therapist who can provide helpful guidance. I have over 20 years of clinical experience focused on guiding people through psychological stressors at the intersection of race, ethnicity, gender, culture, class, trauma, religion, spirit, and interpersonal connection.

Call or Email Norval J. Hickman now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 725-4573

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Wellness Within Psychotherapy & Consulting

175 E. Prospect Ave

Suite 210A (Office A, 2nd floor)

Danville, CA 94526 map

(510) 725-4573

1918 Bonita Avenue

Suite 200

Berkeley, CA 94704 map

I'm currently placing potential new clients on a waitlist. My practice is full at this time. I offer in-person and tele-therapy sessions.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Addiction

$260 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (510) 725-4573

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Wellness Within Psychotherapy & Consulting

175 E. Prospect Ave

Suite 210A (Office A, 2nd floor)

Danville, CA 94526 map

(510) 725-4573

1918 Bonita Avenue

Suite 200

Berkeley, CA 94704 map

I'm currently placing potential new clients on a waitlist. My practice is full at this time. I offer in-person and tele-therapy sessions.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Addiction

$260 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $260
Couple Sessions $260
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

For self-pay clients, 60-minute therapy sessions cost $260 and 50-minute sessions cost $220. I also utilize a sliding scale model. I create superbills that a client can submit for partial reimbursement by their health insurance company.

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY 24866 Norval J. Hickman

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 9 years

Attended University of California San Diego, Graduated 2008

Additional Credentials

Degree/Diploma from San Diego State University M.P.H. / 2007

I have over 20 years of experience working as a therapist with teens and adults from diverse backgrounds in inpatient and outpatient settings. I have extensive experience tailoring behavioral interventions for a variety of mental health, relationship, emotional, school, and work issues.

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Addiction

Expertise

Acculturative Stress
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Bisexual
Career Counseling
Codependency
Coping Skills
Dual Diagnosis
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Medication Management
Men's Issues
Mood Disorders
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans
Women's Issues

I work with clients who struggle with anxiety and/or depression and have intersectional identity issues relevant to their functioning. Initial sessions include deep processing of psychological issues and a plan to address them. As therapy progresses, clients will learn skills that help them respond better to stressors, reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms with strategies to sustain improvements.

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

5 Endorsements

Rebecca M Crabb

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Norval Hickman has been a friend and colleague for over 10 years. He is a skilled, patient listener who easily makes others feel understood and has exceptional skills in motivating people to realize the changes they want to see in their lives. On a per...

Gregory LH Gayle

Psychologist, PsyD, MEd

Catherine Chan

Psychologist, PhD

Taisha L. Caldwell-Harvey

Psychologist, PhD

Lindsey B Hopkins

Psychologist, PhD

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Hypnotherapy
Integrative
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Person-Centered

I use an integrated therapeutic approach that can include Cognitive-Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, and hypnotherapy. Using a Sociocultural and Biopsychosocial framework allows for a treatment approach that considers how emotional and cognitive processing and relationships can inform new patterns that align with your values.

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 725-4573

Location

Primary Location

Wellness Within Psychotherapy & Consulting

175 E. Prospect Ave

Suite 210A (Office A, 2nd floor)

Danville, CA 94526

(510) 725-4573

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Additional Location

1918 Bonita Avenue

Suite 200

Berkeley, CA 94704

(510) 725-4573

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Cities

Counties

Zips

I'm currently placing potential new clients on a waitlist. My practice is full at this time. I offer in-person and tele-therapy sessions.

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 725-4573

I'm currently placing potential new clients on a waitlist. My practice is full at this time. I offer in-person and tele-therapy sessions.

Norval J. Hickman

Psychologist, PhD, MPH

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 725-4573

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