Therapists in Oakland, CA
Jose Guadalupe Hurtado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94605
Problemas con depresion, ansiedad, trauma? Yo hablo espanol, tengo licencia LCSW con diez anos de experiencia trabajando con adultos, adolecentes, y familias que han tenido problemas con trauma, abuso, y victimizados por criminales. Tengo experiencia en resolucion de conflictos, terapia individual y terapia familiar. Proveo soporte a familias con problemas asociados con gangas, y para individuales recien salidos de la prision o con familiares en la prision. Se incluyen a individuos con trauma, abusados o abandonados o que han sufrido de violencia en la familia. He trabajado con adictos a drogas y alcohol. Lunes y Sabados.
Problemas con depresion, ansiedad, trauma? Yo hablo espanol, tengo licencia LCSW con diez anos de experiencia trabajando con adultos, adolecentes, y familias que han tenido problemas con trauma, abuso, y victimizados por criminales. Tengo experiencia en resolucion de conflictos, terapia individual y terapia familiar. Proveo soporte a familias con problemas asociados con gangas, y para individuales recien salidos de la prision o con familiares en la prision. Se incluyen a individuos con trauma, abusados o abandonados o que han sufrido de violencia en la familia. He trabajado con adictos a drogas y alcohol. Lunes y Sabados.
Yo ofrezco servicios en español para individuales, parejas, y familias. Trabajo en distancia por la compudaora, y por el teléfono. En este momento, no tengo citas en la oficina, solamente en distancia. Ofrezco discuentos para pacientes hispanohablantes.
Yo ofrezco servicios en español para individuales, parejas, y familias. Trabajo en distancia por la compudaora, y por el teléfono. En este momento, no tengo citas en la oficina, solamente en distancia. Ofrezco discuentos para pacientes hispanohablantes.
Creo que la terapia se basa en la identidad. Esto significa que la injusticia social no puede ignorarse en el trabajo terapéutico. Como Terapeuta Relacional, creo que la relación terapéutica es un lugar para sanar traumas pasados y resolver cualquiera de los problemas que traes a nuestras sesiones. Como terapeuta de Artes Expresivas, sé que la expresión creativa es otro lenguaje que puede usarse para profundizar su comprensión de lo que está trabajando. La creatividad me permite ser flexible y encontrar las herramientas que son relevantes para sus necesidades y preferencias.
Creo que la terapia se basa en la identidad. Esto significa que la injusticia social no puede ignorarse en el trabajo terapéutico. Como Terapeuta Relacional, creo que la relación terapéutica es un lugar para sanar traumas pasados y resolver cualquiera de los problemas que traes a nuestras sesiones. Como terapeuta de Artes Expresivas, sé que la expresión creativa es otro lenguaje que puede usarse para profundizar su comprensión de lo que está trabajando. La creatividad me permite ser flexible y encontrar las herramientas que son relevantes para sus necesidades y preferencias.
Mis identidades como mujer inmigrante queer, no monógama, positiva para el sexo y al mundo Kink tienden a atraer clientes potenciales que comparten algunas de estas posiciones sociales. Soy una persona especialmente adecuada para las personas que deseen superar desafíos relacionados con su identidad, aculturación, sexualidad, expresión de género, formación de relaciones y traumas tempranos.
Mis identidades como mujer inmigrante queer, no monógama, positiva para el sexo y al mundo Kink tienden a atraer clientes potenciales que comparten algunas de estas posiciones sociales. Soy una persona especialmente adecuada para las personas que deseen superar desafíos relacionados con su identidad, aculturación, sexualidad, expresión de género, formación de relaciones y traumas tempranos.
Jessica Cerda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94609 (Online Only)
En mi práctica terapéutica, busco comprender y validar verdaderamente las experiencias de mis clientes. No hay dos personas o experiencias de vida iguales y, al mantener continuamente la curiosidad por las experiencias de mis clientes, es sorprendente hasta qué punto en el pasado podemos descubrir traumas, historias y patrones no sanados. En terapia, utilizo de una perspectiva de Sistemas Familiares, que nos permite profundizar más allá de nosotros mismos y analizar cómo nuestra familia de origen, nuestras relaciones y/o patrones intergeneracionales influyen en cómo hemos llegado a comprender el mundo y nuestros comportamientos.
En mi práctica terapéutica, busco comprender y validar verdaderamente las experiencias de mis clientes. No hay dos personas o experiencias de vida iguales y, al mantener continuamente la curiosidad por las experiencias de mis clientes, es sorprendente hasta qué punto en el pasado podemos descubrir traumas, historias y patrones no sanados. En terapia, utilizo de una perspectiva de Sistemas Familiares, que nos permite profundizar más allá de nosotros mismos y analizar cómo nuestra familia de origen, nuestras relaciones y/o patrones intergeneracionales influyen en cómo hemos llegado a comprender el mundo y nuestros comportamientos.
En mi práctica, me enfoco en ayudarle a encontrar significado y resolución para sus experiencias de vida adversas o desafiantes. Mi objetivo es que se sienta mejor conectado con el panorama general de nuestra realidad común: la humanidad como una gente unida, una comunidad, girando juntos en este planeta que llamamos la Tierra, en que todos nuestras acciones nos afectan tanto a nosotros mismos como a los demás.
En mi práctica, me enfoco en ayudarle a encontrar significado y resolución para sus experiencias de vida adversas o desafiantes. Mi objetivo es que se sienta mejor conectado con el panorama general de nuestra realidad común: la humanidad como una gente unida, una comunidad, girando juntos en este planeta que llamamos la Tierra, en que todos nuestras acciones nos afectan tanto a nosotros mismos como a los demás.
Physician-Specialized Therapeutic Services
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94618 (Online Only)
Seen as pillars of society, as a physician you may feel you have no one to turn to right now. The pre-pandemic statistics are especially upsetting: 29% of resident physicians experienced depression; 16% of emergency physicians met the criteria for a post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosis, & doctors have a higher risk of death by suicide compared to other professions. We stand to lose 1 doctor a day to suicide. The pandemic has been especially challenging for physicians, their families, & the medical community in general: doctors are experiencing burnout from new challenges they are encountering. Burnout is not a ride of passage.
Seen as pillars of society, as a physician you may feel you have no one to turn to right now. The pre-pandemic statistics are especially upsetting: 29% of resident physicians experienced depression; 16% of emergency physicians met the criteria for a post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosis, & doctors have a higher risk of death by suicide compared to other professions. We stand to lose 1 doctor a day to suicide. The pandemic has been especially challenging for physicians, their families, & the medical community in general: doctors are experiencing burnout from new challenges they are encountering. Burnout is not a ride of passage.
I help children (8 and older), teens, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidality.
You want to feel seen, understood, and validated in your experience. You want a life that’s more fulfilling. Maybe your past experiences are getting in your way and you’re feeling ready to finally work through them... and maybe even learn to use them as opportunities to grow. Maybe you’re tired of feeling disconnected and lost. Maybe you’re: -Feeling numb to the world around you. -Trying to thrive but feeling burned out. -Feeling down, anxious, overwhelmed, or not like yourself. -Struggling to figure out how to move forward from your past.
I help children (8 and older), teens, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidality.
You want to feel seen, understood, and validated in your experience. You want a life that’s more fulfilling. Maybe your past experiences are getting in your way and you’re feeling ready to finally work through them... and maybe even learn to use them as opportunities to grow. Maybe you’re tired of feeling disconnected and lost. Maybe you’re: -Feeling numb to the world around you. -Trying to thrive but feeling burned out. -Feeling down, anxious, overwhelmed, or not like yourself. -Struggling to figure out how to move forward from your past.
Catherine Morelix
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94607 (Online Only)
Do you struggle to feel safe and secure in relationships? Do shame, guilt, and anxiety cause you to avoid talking about your own needs? Trauma from our past can affect how we relate to others. My approach is to build a warm, peaceful, shame free space for people to share their story and discover in creative ways to heal the hurt that they carry. I support people as they open doors of their hearts with compassion and care. Whether you are coming to therapy as an individual or a couple, I work to build up your inner resources and hope for your future.
Do you struggle to feel safe and secure in relationships? Do shame, guilt, and anxiety cause you to avoid talking about your own needs? Trauma from our past can affect how we relate to others. My approach is to build a warm, peaceful, shame free space for people to share their story and discover in creative ways to heal the hurt that they carry. I support people as they open doors of their hearts with compassion and care. Whether you are coming to therapy as an individual or a couple, I work to build up your inner resources and hope for your future.
Matt Bernarding
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94609
I am here to listen and support your process as you define and pursue your own goals in therapy, as you develop your strengths and come into new strengths, as you grow through life changes, challenges, and transitions, and recover from distressful current conditions and past traumas. I currently have availability to meet with couples, families and and teens between 12 and 17 to work on how we relate to ourselves and others, with an emphasis on empathy, connection, communication and healthy relationships.
I am here to listen and support your process as you define and pursue your own goals in therapy, as you develop your strengths and come into new strengths, as you grow through life changes, challenges, and transitions, and recover from distressful current conditions and past traumas. I currently have availability to meet with couples, families and and teens between 12 and 17 to work on how we relate to ourselves and others, with an emphasis on empathy, connection, communication and healthy relationships.
Fiona Ruddy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610
Waitlist for new clients
Are you finding yourself struggling to adapt to a change or transition in your life? You may be finding yourself overthinking, anxious, overwhelmed and/or feeling stuck. You may be having trouble sleeping, feeling sad, hopeless, insecure or tired of that negative voice in your head that seems to hold you back. You want to feel more confident, calm, clear and positive about the future. You want things to be different, get on a new path, but you aren't sure how to get there.
Are you finding yourself struggling to adapt to a change or transition in your life? You may be finding yourself overthinking, anxious, overwhelmed and/or feeling stuck. You may be having trouble sleeping, feeling sad, hopeless, insecure or tired of that negative voice in your head that seems to hold you back. You want to feel more confident, calm, clear and positive about the future. You want things to be different, get on a new path, but you aren't sure how to get there.
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In our fast paced society that rarely affords us the opportunity for introspection, I believe that therapy becomes the space in our lives where we can slow down, reflect, and tune into the wisdom residing within our bodies and our hearts. I am committed to co-creating this space where you may understand yourself more lovingly, connect with what you truly want and need, and create lasting change and peace in your life. We will celebrate your strengths as well as locate the fears, obstacles, and outgrown narratives keeping you from embodying your most authentic self.
In our fast paced society that rarely affords us the opportunity for introspection, I believe that therapy becomes the space in our lives where we can slow down, reflect, and tune into the wisdom residing within our bodies and our hearts. I am committed to co-creating this space where you may understand yourself more lovingly, connect with what you truly want and need, and create lasting change and peace in your life. We will celebrate your strengths as well as locate the fears, obstacles, and outgrown narratives keeping you from embodying your most authentic self.
My work as a therapist is to help individuals, couples, and families access new resources behind emotional struggles and life problems. I am trained in Jungian and Open Dialogue approaches and am a lifelong learner of the work of R.D. Laing. I am recognized internationally for my advocacy and training work in the psychiatric survivors movement and as a leader for new social responses to what gets called madness and psychosis. I see suffering, including what gets called psychosis, from outside the narrow mechanistic science, diagnostic label, and medication views.
My work as a therapist is to help individuals, couples, and families access new resources behind emotional struggles and life problems. I am trained in Jungian and Open Dialogue approaches and am a lifelong learner of the work of R.D. Laing. I am recognized internationally for my advocacy and training work in the psychiatric survivors movement and as a leader for new social responses to what gets called madness and psychosis. I see suffering, including what gets called psychosis, from outside the narrow mechanistic science, diagnostic label, and medication views.
Nina Hausman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94606 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in life? Maybe you’re struggling with relationship challenges, past traumas or work stress? Is shame, anxiety, anger or numbness affecting your ability to be happy? Maybe you’re wondering how your substance use, or that of a loved one, is related to any of this? I’d like to offer you a non-judgmental space to explore behaviors, beliefs and feelings that keep you from living the life you want to live. You are not broken and I would be honored to help you reconnect to the innate wisdom and power of your authentic self. My style is real, warm and respectful of your choices, whatever they may be.
Are you feeling stuck in life? Maybe you’re struggling with relationship challenges, past traumas or work stress? Is shame, anxiety, anger or numbness affecting your ability to be happy? Maybe you’re wondering how your substance use, or that of a loved one, is related to any of this? I’d like to offer you a non-judgmental space to explore behaviors, beliefs and feelings that keep you from living the life you want to live. You are not broken and I would be honored to help you reconnect to the innate wisdom and power of your authentic self. My style is real, warm and respectful of your choices, whatever they may be.
Chad McCain
Marriage & Family Therapist, Chad McCain, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94607 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You have been experiencing emotionally out-of-balance, blocked, stuck, or "off," or when you look at your future, you can't really see a way forward that interests you. You may relate to the idea of "being in limbo." Or else, you have experienced a loss so great it has seized your mental and emotional life and you feel there is no "space" to continue to carry out your daily responsibilities. Or else you are aware of an addictive or compulsive process, and to surmount this issue feels nearly impossible, so much that you don't even want to admit it is there.
You have been experiencing emotionally out-of-balance, blocked, stuck, or "off," or when you look at your future, you can't really see a way forward that interests you. You may relate to the idea of "being in limbo." Or else, you have experienced a loss so great it has seized your mental and emotional life and you feel there is no "space" to continue to carry out your daily responsibilities. Or else you are aware of an addictive or compulsive process, and to surmount this issue feels nearly impossible, so much that you don't even want to admit it is there.
Ruben Garibaldo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610
Waitlist for new clients
I am a culturally conscious therapist with particular sensibility towards those who seek to address and recognize their strengths and fundamental worth. I enjoy working with people and families of diverse backgrounds and across all life stages, from school age children to elder adults.I am bilingual in English and Spanish and practice psychotherapy in both languages. My work emphasizes the importance of maintaining a reflective space where individuals, families and caregivers can receive emotional support and insight while remaining strengths focused. Empathy and compassion are essential to any transformative work. I employ
I am a culturally conscious therapist with particular sensibility towards those who seek to address and recognize their strengths and fundamental worth. I enjoy working with people and families of diverse backgrounds and across all life stages, from school age children to elder adults.I am bilingual in English and Spanish and practice psychotherapy in both languages. My work emphasizes the importance of maintaining a reflective space where individuals, families and caregivers can receive emotional support and insight while remaining strengths focused. Empathy and compassion are essential to any transformative work. I employ
Chad McCain
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94607 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
For over 11 years I have been developing a specialization working with adults to repair phase-of-life injuries, traumas, and persistent interpersonal and occupational troubles. I bring an open mind rooted in existential philosophy; I incorporate narrative methods to assist my clients in re-narrating experiences into useful, meaningful and life transformative stories to diminish feelings of depression and anxiety.
For over 11 years I have been developing a specialization working with adults to repair phase-of-life injuries, traumas, and persistent interpersonal and occupational troubles. I bring an open mind rooted in existential philosophy; I incorporate narrative methods to assist my clients in re-narrating experiences into useful, meaningful and life transformative stories to diminish feelings of depression and anxiety.
Patricia Banchik Rothschild
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94609
Waitlist for new clients
My experience comes from 31 years of helping children, adults, couples and families in both Community Mental Health and Private Practice. My approach is eclectic and tailored to each individual's needs to facilitate healing and growth. Through my years of experience I have witnessed over and over again people coming into therapy with great pain, discomfort and despair but with time, (sometimes within a very short time) their symptoms diminish and a whole new person emerges. Crisis times can be extremely painful and distressful but they can also be opportunities for growth and healing through therapy.
My experience comes from 31 years of helping children, adults, couples and families in both Community Mental Health and Private Practice. My approach is eclectic and tailored to each individual's needs to facilitate healing and growth. Through my years of experience I have witnessed over and over again people coming into therapy with great pain, discomfort and despair but with time, (sometimes within a very short time) their symptoms diminish and a whole new person emerges. Crisis times can be extremely painful and distressful but they can also be opportunities for growth and healing through therapy.
Dr. Vernita Marsh & Associates is a holistic and psychotherapy practice. You will find our practice to be a warm and inviting atmosphere. Our staff is well trained and effective proven strategies. We incorporate a multi ethnic as well as mind, body, and spiritual perspectives in addressing your concerns. We are committed to supporting you to recognize your dreams and living your life to the fullest. If you're feeling stuck or trapped in any way, we have expertise in assessing and helping you to identify what's contributing to you being stuck and offering coping strategies to help you becoming free.
Dr. Vernita Marsh & Associates is a holistic and psychotherapy practice. You will find our practice to be a warm and inviting atmosphere. Our staff is well trained and effective proven strategies. We incorporate a multi ethnic as well as mind, body, and spiritual perspectives in addressing your concerns. We are committed to supporting you to recognize your dreams and living your life to the fullest. If you're feeling stuck or trapped in any way, we have expertise in assessing and helping you to identify what's contributing to you being stuck and offering coping strategies to help you becoming free.
Freddie Barahona
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94611
Hello. Bienvenidos. If you find yourself in a difficult place in life and need extra support then you have come to the right place. I specialize in helping individuals seeking to heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have training in numerous modalities of therapy and I am committed to finding the one that works for you. Yo me especializo en tratar ansiedad, depresion, trauma, y problemas de relaciones. Incorporo muchas tecnicas distintas muy efectivas para que ud. pueda volver a retomar las riendas en su vida.
Hello. Bienvenidos. If you find yourself in a difficult place in life and need extra support then you have come to the right place. I specialize in helping individuals seeking to heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I have training in numerous modalities of therapy and I am committed to finding the one that works for you. Yo me especializo en tratar ansiedad, depresion, trauma, y problemas de relaciones. Incorporo muchas tecnicas distintas muy efectivas para que ud. pueda volver a retomar las riendas en su vida.
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Suicidal Ideation Therapists
How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.