Photo of Kody A Meginnes, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, PPSC Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I have been involved with and supporting the LGBTIQQA community for over 2 decades now. I am an advocate and ally and believe people are more than just a label. I am a gender therapist, serving the transgender & gender fluid community exclusively. I can support you through the SRS process or any transition you desire to make in your life.
Transgender
(925) 961-3440
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
I have been involved with and supporting the LGBTIQQA community for over 2 decades now. I am an advocate and ally and believe people are more than just a label. I am a gender therapist, serving the transgender & gender fluid community exclusively. I can support you through the SRS process or any transition you desire to make in your life.
(925) 961-3440
Photo of Abraham Moshe Karabel, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Abraham provides a light-hearted and non-judgmental environment that allows individuals to build confidence and autonomy. He allows individuals the freedom to face daily challenges in a supportive environment that fosters personal growth. Abraham has experience with children, teens and adults of varied backgrounds. He specializes in working with children, teens, and young adults who have anxiety, ASD, depression, eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder.
Transgender
(925) 392-3158
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Transgender
Abraham provides a light-hearted and non-judgmental environment that allows individuals to build confidence and autonomy. He allows individuals the freedom to face daily challenges in a supportive environment that fosters personal growth. Abraham has experience with children, teens and adults of varied backgrounds. He specializes in working with children, teens, and young adults who have anxiety, ASD, depression, eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder.
(925) 392-3158
Photo of MJ Klimenko, MFT, LPCC, CHT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, CHT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
If you're "sick and tired of being sick and tired," feel empty, lonely, sad, wonder who you are, where you're going or other issues, I can help you as a teletherapist. Supportive psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and life coach, talking with you, not at you, respecting your inner wisdom and the choices you make. No problem is too big or too small. In private practice since 1990.There are no judgments just solutions. Learn who you are not who you're supposed to be. For twenty-six years I've been working with individuals, couples, relationship issues: finding one, changing one, saving one.
Transgender
(510) 497-2964
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Transgender
If you're "sick and tired of being sick and tired," feel empty, lonely, sad, wonder who you are, where you're going or other issues, I can help you as a teletherapist. Supportive psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and life coach, talking with you, not at you, respecting your inner wisdom and the choices you make. No problem is too big or too small. In private practice since 1990.There are no judgments just solutions. Learn who you are not who you're supposed to be. For twenty-six years I've been working with individuals, couples, relationship issues: finding one, changing one, saving one.
(510) 497-2964
Photo of Katherine (Katie) Eggers, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Hello and welcome! Working with youth & young adults is a passion of mine, as is supporting youth & caregivers in increasing their understanding of one another with the goal of strengthening child-caregiver relationships. I feel a particular pull to support young people in tuning into their internal voice so that they can build a strong sense of self-worth, & so that they are then able to navigate life transitions & all that comes with those transitions with that much more ease.
Transgender
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Transgender
Hello and welcome! Working with youth & young adults is a passion of mine, as is supporting youth & caregivers in increasing their understanding of one another with the goal of strengthening child-caregiver relationships. I feel a particular pull to support young people in tuning into their internal voice so that they can build a strong sense of self-worth, & so that they are then able to navigate life transitions & all that comes with those transitions with that much more ease.
Photo of Impulse Treatment Center, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
If your sexual behavior is out of control and destructive. We have helped more than 2,000 sex addicts and their partners. We are the oldest,since 1985,and largest sex addiction treatment center in N. California. Don't let your shame keep you stuck. This is our specialty.
Transgender
(925) 263-9552
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Transgender
If your sexual behavior is out of control and destructive. We have helped more than 2,000 sex addicts and their partners. We are the oldest,since 1985,and largest sex addiction treatment center in N. California. Don't let your shame keep you stuck. This is our specialty.
(925) 263-9552
Photo of Sherry Anne Chase, Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, RN Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
My perspective embraces self-awareness as one of the main instruments in helping free up trauma. Fuller awareness removes the fear of the unknown, gives us distance from distress and the ability to disconnect from automatic behaviors that perpetuate negative reactions and feelings. In the words of international trauma experts “its teaching our clients how to focus on new stimuli they normally might not have noticed...” with “conscious inhibition of old responses”(Jana Fisher and Pat Ogden, March 2011). The intricacies of our humanness prevents freedom from all depression, anxiety, neurosis and traumatic bodily sensations. Yet.....
Transgender
(510) 470-6907
Verified
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Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
My perspective embraces self-awareness as one of the main instruments in helping free up trauma. Fuller awareness removes the fear of the unknown, gives us distance from distress and the ability to disconnect from automatic behaviors that perpetuate negative reactions and feelings. In the words of international trauma experts “its teaching our clients how to focus on new stimuli they normally might not have noticed...” with “conscious inhibition of old responses”(Jana Fisher and Pat Ogden, March 2011). The intricacies of our humanness prevents freedom from all depression, anxiety, neurosis and traumatic bodily sensations. Yet.....
(510) 470-6907
Photo of Lori Comer, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In a deeply empathic and caring environment, my goal is to support clients in discovering their inherent values, strengths, and options for a more meaningful and joyful life. I believe that the relationship between the therapist and the client is the most important aspect in creating positive client change; my style is optimistic, interactive, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I welcome clients from early adolescence through later adulthood.
Transgender
(925) 392-3959
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Transgender
In a deeply empathic and caring environment, my goal is to support clients in discovering their inherent values, strengths, and options for a more meaningful and joyful life. I believe that the relationship between the therapist and the client is the most important aspect in creating positive client change; my style is optimistic, interactive, supportive, and nonjudgmental. I welcome clients from early adolescence through later adulthood.
(925) 392-3959
Photo of Kathleen Haley, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I help couples who have experienced wounding or have drifted apart, feel connected and whole again. I also help couples who are on the brink of separation or divorce decide whether to try to restore their marriage to health, or move towards divorce. I help individuals improve their relationships with others, and develop new connections that bring increased sense of worth and emotional aliveness. I also work with adolescents questioning their sexuality and gender-expansive youth. I have a flexible schedule with afternoon, evening and Saturday appointments.
Transgender
(925) 233-4515
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
I help couples who have experienced wounding or have drifted apart, feel connected and whole again. I also help couples who are on the brink of separation or divorce decide whether to try to restore their marriage to health, or move towards divorce. I help individuals improve their relationships with others, and develop new connections that bring increased sense of worth and emotional aliveness. I also work with adolescents questioning their sexuality and gender-expansive youth. I have a flexible schedule with afternoon, evening and Saturday appointments.
(925) 233-4515
Photo of Anne Karcher, Psychologist
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Psychologist, PhD, CST Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Who would you be if you were all that you can be? The ability to be fully yourself, comfortable in your own skin, enjoying your relationships - these possibilities are in you, no matter how great the obstacles you have met in your life. I can help! Working together, we will build on your strengths, heal your relationship with yourself, and create lasting change. * Warm, caring and knowledgeable...this is a safe, compassionate space to explore the difficult places and experiences in your life, and find healing and growth.
Transgender
(855) 474-0472
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
Who would you be if you were all that you can be? The ability to be fully yourself, comfortable in your own skin, enjoying your relationships - these possibilities are in you, no matter how great the obstacles you have met in your life. I can help! Working together, we will build on your strengths, heal your relationship with yourself, and create lasting change. * Warm, caring and knowledgeable...this is a safe, compassionate space to explore the difficult places and experiences in your life, and find healing and growth.
(855) 474-0472
Photo of Suzanne Amendt, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
People often think about entering therapy because they are ready to make a change. In a non judgmental environment, we will explore areas in your life where you want to grow and over time, develop tools to address the challenges you face and gain a deeper understanding about yourself. I provide a therapeutic environment that is safe and confidential in which we talk about and understand your emotional reactions to life situations that cause you to feel stuck and unhappy. I will work collaboratively with you to identify unproductive ways of coping and help replace them with healthier ones.
Transgender
(925) 259-3679
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
People often think about entering therapy because they are ready to make a change. In a non judgmental environment, we will explore areas in your life where you want to grow and over time, develop tools to address the challenges you face and gain a deeper understanding about yourself. I provide a therapeutic environment that is safe and confidential in which we talk about and understand your emotional reactions to life situations that cause you to feel stuck and unhappy. I will work collaboratively with you to identify unproductive ways of coping and help replace them with healthier ones.
(925) 259-3679
Photo of Phillip H Lolonis, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
During this period of uncertainty, now may be the ideal time to address anxiety, depression, unwanted habits, repair relationships, or face situations that have caught up with you or your family members. If that sounds scary, but you are open to facing your fears, then we may be a good fit. I work with adults, children, teens, couples and families, including many first responders. I use evidence based models -- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MSBR) -- to address the uncertainties of life that can occur with health, family, job, relationships or trauma.
Transgender
(925) 420-8093
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
During this period of uncertainty, now may be the ideal time to address anxiety, depression, unwanted habits, repair relationships, or face situations that have caught up with you or your family members. If that sounds scary, but you are open to facing your fears, then we may be a good fit. I work with adults, children, teens, couples and families, including many first responders. I use evidence based models -- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MSBR) -- to address the uncertainties of life that can occur with health, family, job, relationships or trauma.
(925) 420-8093
Photo of Draven Garrett, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
I can't imagine getting much out only hearing “uh-huh" or the overly used, “how does that make you feel?”. Therapy can be a conversation rather than a monologue. Occasional use of humor and swearing can help you lower stress and defenses when stuck in fear, uncertainty, or judgement. I don’t believe in a sterile language environment. I invite you to swear if it helps you express how difficult, unfair, scary, or delightful a situation is. I find this uncensored atmosphere leads to an honest therapeutic relationship. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or life stressors, you may find these techniques useful and validating.
Transgender
(925) 523-7375
Verified
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Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Transgender
I can't imagine getting much out only hearing “uh-huh" or the overly used, “how does that make you feel?”. Therapy can be a conversation rather than a monologue. Occasional use of humor and swearing can help you lower stress and defenses when stuck in fear, uncertainty, or judgement. I don’t believe in a sterile language environment. I invite you to swear if it helps you express how difficult, unfair, scary, or delightful a situation is. I find this uncensored atmosphere leads to an honest therapeutic relationship. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or life stressors, you may find these techniques useful and validating.
(925) 523-7375
Photo of Margie Ryerson, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
My orientation is cognitive and behavioral (CBT). I'm a caring compassionate listener and also actively engage with clients to elicit thoughts, feelings, and strategies for healing. My specialties include eating disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, couples, family issues, parenting, teens, and children nine and older. My therapy approach is directive and problem-solving while encouraging self-acceptance and compassion. I believe that everyone is capable of change at his or her own rate and comfort level. I help my clients eliminate self-critical thinking that too often sabotages their happiness and their relationships.
Transgender
(925) 392-3516
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
My orientation is cognitive and behavioral (CBT). I'm a caring compassionate listener and also actively engage with clients to elicit thoughts, feelings, and strategies for healing. My specialties include eating disorders, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, couples, family issues, parenting, teens, and children nine and older. My therapy approach is directive and problem-solving while encouraging self-acceptance and compassion. I believe that everyone is capable of change at his or her own rate and comfort level. I help my clients eliminate self-critical thinking that too often sabotages their happiness and their relationships.
(925) 392-3516
Photo of Nina Randhawa Carnevale, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Hi there! Thank you for considering me to assist you with your journey. You’ve already taken the first step, which is to notice that something doesn’t seem right, or you’ve reached a pivotal point. Maybe you’re asking yourself, “What really matters to me?” Or wondering why your relationships aren’t quite where you want them to be. I believe my role is to meet you where you are in life and assist you on this journey for however long, or short you feel necessary.
Transgender
(628) 225-4635
Verified
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Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Transgender
Hi there! Thank you for considering me to assist you with your journey. You’ve already taken the first step, which is to notice that something doesn’t seem right, or you’ve reached a pivotal point. Maybe you’re asking yourself, “What really matters to me?” Or wondering why your relationships aren’t quite where you want them to be. I believe my role is to meet you where you are in life and assist you on this journey for however long, or short you feel necessary.
(628) 225-4635
Photo of Sage Williams, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist emphasizing holistic healing with communities of color and people overall. Using mindfulness in helping the whole person, I am client centered focusing on the somatic traumas that our bodies absorb. Believing that in order to dis-ease our minds, we must also dis-ease our bodies by connecting, listening and acting on the internal messages meant to heal us, I work from a bottom up processing style that accesses feelings and maladaptive responses within our vessel. Our work would support bringing life back into the body-mind.
Transgender
(470) 280-9618
Verified
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Office is near:
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Transgender
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist emphasizing holistic healing with communities of color and people overall. Using mindfulness in helping the whole person, I am client centered focusing on the somatic traumas that our bodies absorb. Believing that in order to dis-ease our minds, we must also dis-ease our bodies by connecting, listening and acting on the internal messages meant to heal us, I work from a bottom up processing style that accesses feelings and maladaptive responses within our vessel. Our work would support bringing life back into the body-mind.
(470) 280-9618
Photo of Christina R Sinclair, Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
As a cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help children, teens and young adults uncover their true potential and lead lives that are more enjoyable, peaceful and worth celebrating. Although I see a range of issues in my practice, I specialize in treating anxious children and teens who have intense difficulty managing strong or dangerous feelings. I offer parenting support to help improve the often strained relationships within the family. In addition, I work with young adults to help negotiate the challenges that present during this transitional time such as independence, personal identity and life goals.
Transgender
(510) 205-5424
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Transgender
As a cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help children, teens and young adults uncover their true potential and lead lives that are more enjoyable, peaceful and worth celebrating. Although I see a range of issues in my practice, I specialize in treating anxious children and teens who have intense difficulty managing strong or dangerous feelings. I offer parenting support to help improve the often strained relationships within the family. In addition, I work with young adults to help negotiate the challenges that present during this transitional time such as independence, personal identity and life goals.
(510) 205-5424
Photo of Yolonda Young-Adisa
MSW, ASW Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Welcome! Thank you for your interest in my clinical practice. I believe in our shared ability to co-create meaning that will lead to greater insight, and ultimately positive changes in your life. Your understanding about your life and everything that shapes your perspective will be central to our work together. I work relationally and utilize a culturally-inclusive approach to address the complex realities of your relationship to race, gender, culture, and sexuality. I value empathy and mindfulness as therapeutic tools that enhance awareness, and ultimately positive change.​
Transgender
(510) 298-3964
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Transgender
Welcome! Thank you for your interest in my clinical practice. I believe in our shared ability to co-create meaning that will lead to greater insight, and ultimately positive changes in your life. Your understanding about your life and everything that shapes your perspective will be central to our work together. I work relationally and utilize a culturally-inclusive approach to address the complex realities of your relationship to race, gender, culture, and sexuality. I value empathy and mindfulness as therapeutic tools that enhance awareness, and ultimately positive change.​
(510) 298-3964
Photo of Christina Dughman, Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I believe that we are all intrinsically motivated to move towards health--physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether I am working with children, teens, or adults, I partner with my clients to better understand them as cultural beings and how their uniqueness is impacted by their experiences in the world. I offer a warm, nurturing, and accepting style and show deep interest in an authentic therapeutic relationship. My goal is to support my clients towards insight and overall balance.
Transgender
(510) 863-1459
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
I believe that we are all intrinsically motivated to move towards health--physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether I am working with children, teens, or adults, I partner with my clients to better understand them as cultural beings and how their uniqueness is impacted by their experiences in the world. I offer a warm, nurturing, and accepting style and show deep interest in an authentic therapeutic relationship. My goal is to support my clients towards insight and overall balance.
(510) 863-1459
Photo of Linda A Kline, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Psychotherapy works when you're supported by a trained trusted professional. I may be that person for you. Is it time to dig deeper and seek support needed to help you find more joy, more self respect? We all have stress and doubts in our self. Some of us have trouble handling that stress. I will work with you through nonjudgmental support and understanding, to help you better understand who you are, how you got there, and whether a few changes to your thinking and behavior might help you find the joy you are missing, improve your relationships and to better manage your stress, while learning how to show up for yourself.
Transgender
(925) 297-5902
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Transgender
Psychotherapy works when you're supported by a trained trusted professional. I may be that person for you. Is it time to dig deeper and seek support needed to help you find more joy, more self respect? We all have stress and doubts in our self. Some of us have trouble handling that stress. I will work with you through nonjudgmental support and understanding, to help you better understand who you are, how you got there, and whether a few changes to your thinking and behavior might help you find the joy you are missing, improve your relationships and to better manage your stress, while learning how to show up for yourself.
(925) 297-5902
Photo of Dr. Douglas Vakoch - Green Psychotherapy, PC, Psychologist
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Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
It takes courage to start working with a new therapist. The very fact that you’re considering it probably means you’re getting ready to make some significant changes in your life. My approach to therapy focuses on understanding and accepting you as you are right now, and creating a safe space where you can figure out where you want to go from here. We’ll work together as you get ready to make the sometimes tough (and rewarding) changes that will give you a better life. We will also deal with any stresses you're experiencing due to the coronavirus, including the isolation of sheltering in place and uncertainties about the future.
Transgender
(510) 298-5657
Verified
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Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Transgender
It takes courage to start working with a new therapist. The very fact that you’re considering it probably means you’re getting ready to make some significant changes in your life. My approach to therapy focuses on understanding and accepting you as you are right now, and creating a safe space where you can figure out where you want to go from here. We’ll work together as you get ready to make the sometimes tough (and rewarding) changes that will give you a better life. We will also deal with any stresses you're experiencing due to the coronavirus, including the isolation of sheltering in place and uncertainties about the future.
(510) 298-5657
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Transgender (Gender Dysphoria) Therapists
We should make clear that not all the therapists listed here are transgender themselves. Rather, they specialize in helping with aspects of being transgender in Walnut Creek and transgender identity. They help with trans life and trans relationships.

If you're transgender or are looking for help with transgender issues in Walnut Creek or for a Walnut Creek transgender therapist these professionals provide transgender counselling and transgender friendly care.

Transgender people in Walnut Creek may meet the criteria for a diagnosis of gender dysphoria (historically called gender identity disorder (GID)) "only if being transgender causes distress or disability." This distress is referred to as gender dysphoria.

The professionals listed here include transgender friendly therapists in Walnut Creek, transgender friendly therapists in Walnut Creek, transgender friendly psychologists, and transgender friendly counselors.

Counseling for transgender issues in Walnut Creek can help those living a transgendered life or transgender relationship; or family members coming to understand the life of their transgender child or sibling.

How can I tell if a therapist is right for me?
Therapists in Walnut Creek are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in Walnut Creek. They offer in person sessions as well as Teletherapy in Walnut Creek

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Walnut Creek you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Walnut Creek and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Walnut Creek or family therapy in Walnut Creek.