Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

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Antioch, CA 94509

(925) 281-4499

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Dr. McKinstry: I'm a pre-licensed psychologist. Working passionately in the field of mental health since 2004. Beginning as an intake counselor at the original Hollywood Wilshire YMCA. I completed my doctorate coursework in 2009. And have held my doctorate since 2015.

My clinical approach is connecting on a humanistic level. In" the moment approach", utilizing motivational and empowering interventions. Coupled with life coaching techniques aiming toward positive cognitive integration. Creating life changing results. Loving life while building the life of your dreams. I wrote my dissertation on treating PTSD without meds.

As Lakota Sioux, I enjoy the holistic approach to medicine. I encourage my clients to use their body as a vessel to transfer and release all trauma. I offer equine enrichment groups as well as one-on-one time with the equine and for the advanced equine enthusiast, or or equine master, relaxing trail rides.

Call or Email Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (925) 281-4499

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Antioch, CA 94509

(925) 281-4499

Berkeley, CA 94704

Simply call or write! My intake dept will gather info and send you a link to fill out your info. As soon as that is complete we schedule

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Katrina Deaton Intern in Residence

Let's Connect (925) 281-4499

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Antioch, CA 94509

(925) 281-4499

Berkeley, CA 94704

Simply call or write! My intake dept will gather info and send you a link to fill out your info. As soon as that is complete we schedule

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

Katrina Deaton Intern in Residence

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $150
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
BlueCross and BlueShield
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
ComPsych
Optum
Oxford
TELUS Health
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

We are in network with many major health palns

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

We are in network with many major health palns

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

Qualifications

Pre-Licensed Professional: Michael L Raskind

Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Michael Raskind (New York / R042667) Michael L Raskind

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 21 years

I have years of experience in classical therapy and also offer equestrian therapy. If you cannot get to me, I can get to you!

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

I have years of experience in classical therapy and also offer equestrian therapy. If you cannot get to me, I can get to you!

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Anxiety
Asperger's Syndrome
Autism
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Child
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
Psychosis
Relationship Issues
School Issues

I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Animal assisted therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Eclectic
Emotionally Focused
Equestrian
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Positive Psychology
Trauma Focused

My love is Equine therapy, but I do accel at more traditional approaches

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

My love is Equine therapy, but I do accel at more traditional approaches

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (925) 281-4499

Location

Primary Location

Antioch, CA 94509

(925) 281-4499

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Additional Location

Berkeley, CA 94704

(925) 281-4499

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Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Simply call or write! My intake dept will gather info and send you a link to fill out your info. As soon as that is complete we schedule

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call for a free consultation now - (925) 281-4499

Simply call or write! My intake dept will gather info and send you a link to fill out your info. As soon as that is complete we schedule

Serenity Psychotherapy PLLC

Pre-Licensed Professional

Call for a free consultation now - (925) 281-4499

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