Relationship Issues Therapists in Fairfield, CA

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Jeremy Montieth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfield, CA 94534  (Online Only)
I offer coaching in areas of self-care, frame development, parenting, dating, self-esteem, motivation, building success, overcoming hardships or grieving a lost relationship.
In therapy it’s sometimes said you must feel it- to heal it, and for couples this can be especially true. I can help you process difficult emotions together and come to a mutual understanding, grow closer as a couple, and improve communication. I can also work with you independently. For the individuals I work with, I promote improving emotional strength, independence, developing confidence, refining assertiveness, accepting responsibility and finding your direction. I can help you to take an objective look at the relationship dynamics you may be trying to navigate and see if solutions can be found that work for you.
I offer coaching in areas of self-care, frame development, parenting, dating, self-esteem, motivation, building success, overcoming hardships or grieving a lost relationship.
In therapy it’s sometimes said you must feel it- to heal it, and for couples this can be especially true. I can help you process difficult emotions together and come to a mutual understanding, grow closer as a couple, and improve communication. I can also work with you independently. For the individuals I work with, I promote improving emotional strength, independence, developing confidence, refining assertiveness, accepting responsibility and finding your direction. I can help you to take an objective look at the relationship dynamics you may be trying to navigate and see if solutions can be found that work for you.
(707) 402-9740 View (707) 402-9740
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Sinami Maxie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
I help adults struggling with anxiety and depression triggered by relationship issues. Through person-centered therapy combined with cognitive-behavioral therapy, my clients gain insight into their emotions and behavior patterns both in and out of relationships. Through our work together, you will learn to regulate emotions and break unhealthy behavior patterns, leaving you free to build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I help adults struggling with anxiety and depression triggered by relationship issues. Through person-centered therapy combined with cognitive-behavioral therapy, my clients gain insight into their emotions and behavior patterns both in and out of relationships. Through our work together, you will learn to regulate emotions and break unhealthy behavior patterns, leaving you free to build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
(707) 846-3851 View (707) 846-3851
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Gail Gall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN, CSAT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
Providing one on one support for you and supporting couples during one of the most turbulent times in your relationship is going to matter.
Anger, Rage, Intense emotions can affect you and the people around you. When your anger turns to constant irritability and you start to 'act out' in unhealthy ways, it's time to get support. When ones sadness or loss becomes deeper and darker it could be depression. Most of these emotions are felt with such intensity that it's overwhelming. Sex and Porn Addiction along with Partner Trauma Betrayal is going to feel very intense and working with someone who has additional expertise in this area is going to be so important for your healing. Couples work with me because they feel safe and supported.
Providing one on one support for you and supporting couples during one of the most turbulent times in your relationship is going to matter.
Anger, Rage, Intense emotions can affect you and the people around you. When your anger turns to constant irritability and you start to 'act out' in unhealthy ways, it's time to get support. When ones sadness or loss becomes deeper and darker it could be depression. Most of these emotions are felt with such intensity that it's overwhelming. Sex and Porn Addiction along with Partner Trauma Betrayal is going to feel very intense and working with someone who has additional expertise in this area is going to be so important for your healing. Couples work with me because they feel safe and supported.
(707) 785-4038 View (707) 785-4038
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Kelly Horton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfield, CA 94533  (Online Only)
Are you having trouble in your relationship? Are you having trouble with dating and finding the love relationship that you want? Are you a parent who needs help providing structure and healthy boundaries in the lives of your children? Is your family in crisis and you need help setting boundaries and getting back on track? Are you divorcing and do not know what to do? I work with you individually to help with these issues and help you build the skills it takes to find or keep the quality romantic and family relationships you deserve.
Are you having trouble in your relationship? Are you having trouble with dating and finding the love relationship that you want? Are you a parent who needs help providing structure and healthy boundaries in the lives of your children? Is your family in crisis and you need help setting boundaries and getting back on track? Are you divorcing and do not know what to do? I work with you individually to help with these issues and help you build the skills it takes to find or keep the quality romantic and family relationships you deserve.
(707) 418-8940 View (707) 418-8940
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Ronda J Ivory
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals with a variety of life challenges; relationship concerns, addiction (abstinence and harm reduction), codependency, and multicultural trauma.
I am happy you found me! I am a compassionate, genuine, culturally sensitive & experienced therapist. I have created and fostered a space for everyone respecting "authentically" who you are with honor, respect & acceptance. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, young adults, families and have a passion in working with our communities. I understand your challenges as we all have them. I can can help you in changing the things that make you feel “stuck” in order to fully experience YOUR life! Our past can shape us, but doesn’t have to define who we are.
I work with individuals with a variety of life challenges; relationship concerns, addiction (abstinence and harm reduction), codependency, and multicultural trauma.
I am happy you found me! I am a compassionate, genuine, culturally sensitive & experienced therapist. I have created and fostered a space for everyone respecting "authentically" who you are with honor, respect & acceptance. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, young adults, families and have a passion in working with our communities. I understand your challenges as we all have them. I can can help you in changing the things that make you feel “stuck” in order to fully experience YOUR life! Our past can shape us, but doesn’t have to define who we are.
(707) 289-6505 View (707) 289-6505
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Jamal Watters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
My style and approach to therapy is "keeping it real." I believe in providing individuals with real and insightful perspectives in dealing with everyday life problems. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals to address concerns in their lives that are preventing them from reaching their optimal level. I believe that everyone has their own optimal level and this is just when you are at your best and feeling really good about yourself. I am skilled at working with relationship issues, adolescent developmental transitions, family problems, sports related concerns (self-esteem building and performance), and more.
My style and approach to therapy is "keeping it real." I believe in providing individuals with real and insightful perspectives in dealing with everyday life problems. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals to address concerns in their lives that are preventing them from reaching their optimal level. I believe that everyone has their own optimal level and this is just when you are at your best and feeling really good about yourself. I am skilled at working with relationship issues, adolescent developmental transitions, family problems, sports related concerns (self-esteem building and performance), and more.
(510) 400-8533 View (510) 400-8533
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Humanistic Psychological Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
You would gain insight and skills to save your current relationship, or to apply to future relationships.
“You are doing your best at your current level of awareness.” Yet, you feel stuck, lost, and that your best isn't good enough. In your relationship, you wonder where things went wrong and why you and your partner aren't communicating the way that you used to. As a parent, you question whether you're actually doing what's best for your child, and feel guilty when the results of your parenting aren't as you planned. At work, you feel anxious and burned out. No matter what you do, you're still stressed out and overwhelmed with endless expectations and responsibilities. You know what's good for you, yet coping skills don't seem to work.
You would gain insight and skills to save your current relationship, or to apply to future relationships.
“You are doing your best at your current level of awareness.” Yet, you feel stuck, lost, and that your best isn't good enough. In your relationship, you wonder where things went wrong and why you and your partner aren't communicating the way that you used to. As a parent, you question whether you're actually doing what's best for your child, and feel guilty when the results of your parenting aren't as you planned. At work, you feel anxious and burned out. No matter what you do, you're still stressed out and overwhelmed with endless expectations and responsibilities. You know what's good for you, yet coping skills don't seem to work.
(707) 452-3403 View (707) 452-3403
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Brian Gotterer
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
I typically work with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, and issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship and couples' issues, parenting problems, career challenges, life transitions, and phases of life issues.
My name is Brian Gotterer. I am licensed as a psychologist in California, seeing clients via telehealth. I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, and issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship and couples' issues, parenting problems, career challenges, life transitions and phases of life issues, and all general matters. I work with each client to help them achieve their individual goals. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic modalities to help my clients move forward and draw upon other modalities when beneficial.
I typically work with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, and issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship and couples' issues, parenting problems, career challenges, life transitions, and phases of life issues.
My name is Brian Gotterer. I am licensed as a psychologist in California, seeing clients via telehealth. I have experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, and issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship and couples' issues, parenting problems, career challenges, life transitions and phases of life issues, and all general matters. I work with each client to help them achieve their individual goals. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic modalities to help my clients move forward and draw upon other modalities when beneficial.
(951) 338-7865 View (951) 338-7865
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Tina Grantham
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fairfield, CA 94534
Are you feeling overwhelmed or struggling in your relationship? I specialize in couple's therapy and enjoy helping couples connect better with each other. We will discover the different types of communication, and how to enjoy each other more. You will walk away with tools that you can use to resolve conflict, create stronger bonds, increase clarity, and find more calm and joy. My goal is to get you to function better together as soon as possible.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or struggling in your relationship? I specialize in couple's therapy and enjoy helping couples connect better with each other. We will discover the different types of communication, and how to enjoy each other more. You will walk away with tools that you can use to resolve conflict, create stronger bonds, increase clarity, and find more calm and joy. My goal is to get you to function better together as soon as possible.
(707) 229-1790 View (707) 229-1790
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Joshua Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfield, CA 94533
I strive to develop a strong and trusting relationship with every person I see.
Hello, my name is Joshua Kim and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to take into consideration the client as a whole person rather than just their mental health needs. This includes being mindful of the client's social, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Each therapeutic relationship is tailored to fit the unique needs of each client. I provide individual therapy sessions via teletherapy video platform for adults struggling with depression, ADHD anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship or family issues, racial identity, LGBTQIA+ related issues, grief and loss, life transitions, etc.
I strive to develop a strong and trusting relationship with every person I see.
Hello, my name is Joshua Kim and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to take into consideration the client as a whole person rather than just their mental health needs. This includes being mindful of the client's social, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Each therapeutic relationship is tailored to fit the unique needs of each client. I provide individual therapy sessions via teletherapy video platform for adults struggling with depression, ADHD anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship or family issues, racial identity, LGBTQIA+ related issues, grief and loss, life transitions, etc.
(707) 797-9252 View (707) 797-9252
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Jt Tomy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94534
I specialize in treating people dealing with the effects of mood disorders, relationship issues, grief/loss, chronic illness and significant life transitions.
Life can give us challenges that can feel overwhelming. Reaching out for help can be the most difficult step. If you are struggling, I can help. My name is JT Tomy and I work with individuals, couples and families to promote healing, positive change and personal growth. I provide a nonjudgmental, warm, caring, and safe atmosphere combined with a kind, compassionate and direct approach. I can help you address challenges, manage difficult emotions and make lasting changes in your life and relationships. My goal is to help you find your path through the difficulties life can bring and toward a more fulfilling life.
I specialize in treating people dealing with the effects of mood disorders, relationship issues, grief/loss, chronic illness and significant life transitions.
Life can give us challenges that can feel overwhelming. Reaching out for help can be the most difficult step. If you are struggling, I can help. My name is JT Tomy and I work with individuals, couples and families to promote healing, positive change and personal growth. I provide a nonjudgmental, warm, caring, and safe atmosphere combined with a kind, compassionate and direct approach. I can help you address challenges, manage difficult emotions and make lasting changes in your life and relationships. My goal is to help you find your path through the difficulties life can bring and toward a more fulfilling life.
(707) 450-1651 View (707) 450-1651
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Antoinette Temple
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94534  (Online Only)
I love what I do. While I have an affinity for couples work, most of the work I do is on an individual platform. I bring a varied approach to mental health and recovery from trauma. I consider our relationship to be collaborative, however, I am flexible and will take the lead at times when necessary or therapy feels "stuck". I am sensitive the to the fact that much of what you share in session, has never been shared with others and am invested in making therapy a safe space, and a place that you look forward to coming every time.
I love what I do. While I have an affinity for couples work, most of the work I do is on an individual platform. I bring a varied approach to mental health and recovery from trauma. I consider our relationship to be collaborative, however, I am flexible and will take the lead at times when necessary or therapy feels "stuck". I am sensitive the to the fact that much of what you share in session, has never been shared with others and am invested in making therapy a safe space, and a place that you look forward to coming every time.
(707) 760-0498 View (707) 760-0498
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La Shawn Miggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533  (Online Only)
Therapy services can be challenging when you feel misunderstood culturally or struggle with developing a trustworthy therapeutic alliance. I’m experienced in working with diverse populations and providing treatment for Chronic Depression, Adjustment Disorder, Personality Disorders, Anxiety and Mood Disorders. I’m a licensed Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience working with adults, couples, families and children (specifically highlighting teens). I specialize in providing services for family conflict, substance abuse issues, childhood neglect, PTSD, relationship trauma, identity exploration, and emotional dysregulation.
Therapy services can be challenging when you feel misunderstood culturally or struggle with developing a trustworthy therapeutic alliance. I’m experienced in working with diverse populations and providing treatment for Chronic Depression, Adjustment Disorder, Personality Disorders, Anxiety and Mood Disorders. I’m a licensed Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience working with adults, couples, families and children (specifically highlighting teens). I specialize in providing services for family conflict, substance abuse issues, childhood neglect, PTSD, relationship trauma, identity exploration, and emotional dysregulation.
(707) 940-8208 View (707) 940-8208
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Laura Wojcicki
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94534  (Online Only)
I am experienced in working with clients who are living with anxiety, depression, stress, transitional difficulties, family conflict, intergenerational issues, and relationship issues.
Laura Wojcicki, LMFT. Guiding clients to new perspectives is paramount in my practice. My role as a therapist is to be empathic in assisting clients to find solutions to their problems. My experience and time with different cultures, populations, ages, etc has made me look at issues from different perspectives as well as to be more understanding of them. My personal background as a minority has also shaped my desire to approach everyone with sensitivity and understand that everyone has a story that has shaped them. I like to utilize an eclectic approach to therapy depending on the needs of the client.
I am experienced in working with clients who are living with anxiety, depression, stress, transitional difficulties, family conflict, intergenerational issues, and relationship issues.
Laura Wojcicki, LMFT. Guiding clients to new perspectives is paramount in my practice. My role as a therapist is to be empathic in assisting clients to find solutions to their problems. My experience and time with different cultures, populations, ages, etc has made me look at issues from different perspectives as well as to be more understanding of them. My personal background as a minority has also shaped my desire to approach everyone with sensitivity and understand that everyone has a story that has shaped them. I like to utilize an eclectic approach to therapy depending on the needs of the client.
(707) 339-4129 View (707) 339-4129
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Adjuwa Osborne-Ramos
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfield, CA 94533
My ideal client is someone who is experiencing a transitional period in their life, such as moving to a new city, starting a new job, or navigating significant relationship changes. They might feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future. This client is seeking support to develop coping strategies, build resilience, and find clarity in their current situation. Their primary issues often revolve around anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem. They might also struggle with decision-making, adjusting to new environments, or maintaining healthy relationships.
My ideal client is someone who is experiencing a transitional period in their life, such as moving to a new city, starting a new job, or navigating significant relationship changes. They might feel overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about the future. This client is seeking support to develop coping strategies, build resilience, and find clarity in their current situation. Their primary issues often revolve around anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem. They might also struggle with decision-making, adjusting to new environments, or maintaining healthy relationships.
(707) 985-7833 View (707) 985-7833
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Dr. Lawrence. M. Tunis, Ed.D, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94534
I'M A LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST in private practice in Fairfield and San Anselmo, CA where I work with adults, couples and children for self-esteem problems, anger, depression, grief, anxiety, impulsivity and PTSD symptoms. I also have a specialty in gender identity issues and the dysphoric feelings, grief and loss, relationship difficulties and other issues that often accompany these conditions. My style blends real life experience, knowledge, humor and compassion. My approach includes relational, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral styles, offering a flexible, responsive, non-authoritarian and empathetic quality.
I'M A LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST in private practice in Fairfield and San Anselmo, CA where I work with adults, couples and children for self-esteem problems, anger, depression, grief, anxiety, impulsivity and PTSD symptoms. I also have a specialty in gender identity issues and the dysphoric feelings, grief and loss, relationship difficulties and other issues that often accompany these conditions. My style blends real life experience, knowledge, humor and compassion. My approach includes relational, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral styles, offering a flexible, responsive, non-authoritarian and empathetic quality.
(415) 799-9707 View (415) 799-9707
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Man Nguyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfield, CA 94533  (Online Only)
Feeling stuck and hopeless in the intrusive, unwanted, repetitive and distressing thoughts, feelings, images, sensations or urges? Feeling the compulsion perform endless rituals, or engaging avoidance, mental rumination, or reassurance seeking behaviors to relieve the uncertainty? You are looking at Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD has held you hostages, has been affecting your school, work, life and relationship with others. It has prevented you from living a full life. It's time for you to stare OCD in the face, "You don't get to control my life. I will break your OC cycles at the weakest link and claim back my life!"
Feeling stuck and hopeless in the intrusive, unwanted, repetitive and distressing thoughts, feelings, images, sensations or urges? Feeling the compulsion perform endless rituals, or engaging avoidance, mental rumination, or reassurance seeking behaviors to relieve the uncertainty? You are looking at Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). OCD has held you hostages, has been affecting your school, work, life and relationship with others. It has prevented you from living a full life. It's time for you to stare OCD in the face, "You don't get to control my life. I will break your OC cycles at the weakest link and claim back my life!"
(707) 207-8503 View (707) 207-8503
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Takyi Dwumfuoh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
I have a passion and experience of working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief / life transitional issues and relationship problems.
I enjoy working with individuals (late teens and adults), couples (pre-marital, marital and post-marital) and families. It's always too soon to give up on enriching your life and improving your relationships. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide you with the opportunity, the safe space and the quality time needed to attend to your emotional, relational and spiritual needs. My goal is to create a therapeutic alliance with you that allows you to bring me into your world where our work together will meet your needs and improve your life.
I have a passion and experience of working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief / life transitional issues and relationship problems.
I enjoy working with individuals (late teens and adults), couples (pre-marital, marital and post-marital) and families. It's always too soon to give up on enriching your life and improving your relationships. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide you with the opportunity, the safe space and the quality time needed to attend to your emotional, relational and spiritual needs. My goal is to create a therapeutic alliance with you that allows you to bring me into your world where our work together will meet your needs and improve your life.
(510) 901-3393 View (510) 901-3393
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Roanne de Guia-Samuels
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairfield, CA 94533
Have you put your dreams aside or hold back in expressing yourself for the fear of being a burden/shaming those around you? Feel like chasing time while you attempt to be wife, a mother,a career woman, all while trying to keep the best daughter award? Do you notice yourself using self-sacrifice as the currency to get the love you deserve? Many Filipino Women hold traditional cultural dialogues in their head that clash with the Western cultural norms. If you find yourself in a dissatisfying relationship, alone & stressed out & standing in your own way to an abundant life. I invite you to re-write your story TODAY.
Have you put your dreams aside or hold back in expressing yourself for the fear of being a burden/shaming those around you? Feel like chasing time while you attempt to be wife, a mother,a career woman, all while trying to keep the best daughter award? Do you notice yourself using self-sacrifice as the currency to get the love you deserve? Many Filipino Women hold traditional cultural dialogues in their head that clash with the Western cultural norms. If you find yourself in a dissatisfying relationship, alone & stressed out & standing in your own way to an abundant life. I invite you to re-write your story TODAY.
(707) 229-0645 View (707) 229-0645
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Terrial S Davenport
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CA 94533
Feeling overwhelmed, having relationship issues, work stress, past traumas interfearing with life, or just don't feel like yourself? I understand how Anxiety, Depression, Anger, and Post Traumatic Stress can leave you feeling alone, confused, unsafe or socially uncomfortable. Therapy can help if you find it difficult to set boundaries, manage emotions/behaviors, or even have healthy communication with others. Choosing the right therapist is important. I have over 18 years of experience that I use to tailor your therapy sessions to fit your individual needs in an interactive, compassionate, and supportive environment.
Feeling overwhelmed, having relationship issues, work stress, past traumas interfearing with life, or just don't feel like yourself? I understand how Anxiety, Depression, Anger, and Post Traumatic Stress can leave you feeling alone, confused, unsafe or socially uncomfortable. Therapy can help if you find it difficult to set boundaries, manage emotions/behaviors, or even have healthy communication with others. Choosing the right therapist is important. I have over 18 years of experience that I use to tailor your therapy sessions to fit your individual needs in an interactive, compassionate, and supportive environment.
(707) 203-0049 View (707) 203-0049
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.