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Shawn Dov Polivoi

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (he, him)

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Oakland, CA 94603
Shalom, call me Dov. I am a Jewish therapist licensed in California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) residing in Northern California. I bring a holistic approach to therapy infusing Jewish experience and wisdom into my counseling approach. I work with individuals and couples planning weddings, experiencing other life milestone events, managing grief relating to the passing or loved ones, and/or struggling with the daily complexities life brings that result in increasing anxiety and depression.
I bring a Jewish perspective to counseling, helping to bridge the gap with professional counseling utilizing Western health knowledge with the wisdom and guidance sages have passed along for thousands of years. I create a welcoming, comforting, and non-judgmental therapeutic experience.
You'll find me to be curious and open to your experience offering feedback through humor, insight, and compassion. I hope to help you return to feeling joyful in your life. If this has been a struggle for you, we will struggle together in finding joy. If my calendar is full, please feel free to reach out, I may be able to accommodate your schedule!
Call or Shawn Dov Polivoi now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 429-7478

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Polivoi Counseling

Oakland, CA 94603

(415) 429-7478

Sacramento, CA 95838

My website
I offer therapy online via a secure Zoom video and am available evenings. If there's not a time match available, please ask!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hello, I hope to be able to chat! Warm wishes, Shawn
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Let's Connect (415) 429-7478
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Polivoi Counseling

Oakland, CA 94603

(415) 429-7478

Sacramento, CA 95838

My website
I offer therapy online via a secure Zoom video and am available evenings. If there's not a time match available, please ask!
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Relationship Issues 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hello, I hope to be able to chat! Warm wishes, Shawn
Shawn Dov Polivoi

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $240
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Paypal, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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You can pay me directly for individual services. For those utilizing insurance or employment plans, I am linked to Telehealth/Employer platforms Headway and Spring Health. I can provide a superbill for clients using Out-Of-Network provider insurance benefits.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478
"
You can pay me directly for individual services. For those utilizing insurance or employment plans, I am linked to Telehealth/Employer platforms Headway and Spring Health. I can provide a superbill for clients using Out-Of-Network provider insurance benefits.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 22893 Shawn M Polivoi
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended California State University, Sacramento, Graduated 2001
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I have over 25 years experience in the field helping adults and couples working though trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and have been trained in a number of modalities including Motivational Interviewing and CBT.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478
"
I have over 25 years experience in the field helping adults and couples working though trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and have been trained in a number of modalities including Motivational Interviewing and CBT.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Veterans
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I incorporate Jewish wisdom and experience to help couples and individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, or who just feel disheartened to reconnect with what brings them joy in life. We will struggle together to transform the pain to seeing beauty, find meaning from the experince, and connect with the joy and happiness you deserve.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478
"
I incorporate Jewish wisdom and experience to help couples and individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, or who just feel disheartened to reconnect with what brings them joy in life. We will struggle together to transform the pain to seeing beauty, find meaning from the experince, and connect with the joy and happiness you deserve.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I favor combining humor, warmth, and compassionate directness in my therapeutic approach. We can each relate to the human experience in all it's majesty and absudity. I've found difficult subjects are made easier to discuss when we create a caring, comfortable, and open space.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478
"
I favor combining humor, warmth, and compassionate directness in my therapeutic approach. We can each relate to the human experience in all it's majesty and absudity. I've found difficult subjects are made easier to discuss when we create a caring, comfortable, and open space.
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 429-7478

Location

Primary Location

Polivoi Counseling

Oakland, CA 94603

(415) 429-7478

Additional Location

Sacramento, CA 95838

(415) 429-7478
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I offer therapy online via a secure Zoom video and am available evenings. If there's not a time match available, please ask!
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 429-7478
"
I offer therapy online via a secure Zoom video and am available evenings. If there's not a time match available, please ask!
Photo of Shawn Dov Polivoi, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shawn Dov Polivoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 429-7478