Therapists in Alameda County, CA
Howard L Sattler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, MFT, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
I am a National Certified Counselor, Certified Distance Counselor (qualified to work via phone/ video), member of the, Anxiety Disorders Association and International Positive Psychology Association.
I have over 30 years' experience as a clinician, published researcher and educator. I hold a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Health Psychology. I have developed programs including Stress Management, Insomnia control and Meditation for programs such as Kaiser Permanente. This diversity of experience, allows me to help people understand their thinking processes, identify patterns of behavior and make sustainable changes. I strive to empower people to change both their behaviors and beliefs to allow them to achieve overall well-being and happiness. My philosophy stresses personal insight and responsibility, - integrating the physical, intellectual and spiritual.
I am a National Certified Counselor, Certified Distance Counselor (qualified to work via phone/ video), member of the, Anxiety Disorders Association and International Positive Psychology Association.
I have over 30 years' experience as a clinician, published researcher and educator. I hold a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Health Psychology. I have developed programs including Stress Management, Insomnia control and Meditation for programs such as Kaiser Permanente. This diversity of experience, allows me to help people understand their thinking processes, identify patterns of behavior and make sustainable changes. I strive to empower people to change both their behaviors and beliefs to allow them to achieve overall well-being and happiness. My philosophy stresses personal insight and responsibility, - integrating the physical, intellectual and spiritual.
Effective psychotherapy should provide an immediate benefit and relief from the first meeting forward. It is the therapist's responsibility to help you see your problems clearly. We are all subject to misperceptions and self-deception. My job is to introduce you to the self that is just outside of your awareness. Through the exploration of your attitudes, communication style, and your defenses, I will help you to significantly reduce your anxiety, anger & depression. Together we will address the issues of shame & guilt that derail your self acceptance. I will guide you to genuine change that is not just possible but attainable.
Effective psychotherapy should provide an immediate benefit and relief from the first meeting forward. It is the therapist's responsibility to help you see your problems clearly. We are all subject to misperceptions and self-deception. My job is to introduce you to the self that is just outside of your awareness. Through the exploration of your attitudes, communication style, and your defenses, I will help you to significantly reduce your anxiety, anger & depression. Together we will address the issues of shame & guilt that derail your self acceptance. I will guide you to genuine change that is not just possible but attainable.
Lori Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588 (Online Only)
I have a depth of expertise working with relationship struggles; chronic illness; anxiety disorders; depression; "co-dependency" dynamics; infertility issues; and raising self esteem/taming the inner critic.
Have you 'hit a wall' in trying to resolve a personal, career or relationship issue? In your busy life of competing demands do you have difficulty putting your needs first? 'Sucking it up' only gets you so far. I'd love to offer you my professional support in getting to the next level. Together we can create a safe place for you to experience yourself with compassion and self-understanding.
I have a depth of expertise working with relationship struggles; chronic illness; anxiety disorders; depression; "co-dependency" dynamics; infertility issues; and raising self esteem/taming the inner critic.
Have you 'hit a wall' in trying to resolve a personal, career or relationship issue? In your busy life of competing demands do you have difficulty putting your needs first? 'Sucking it up' only gets you so far. I'd love to offer you my professional support in getting to the next level. Together we can create a safe place for you to experience yourself with compassion and self-understanding.
I work a lot with individuals who are having anxiety and depression and who want to co-create healthy relationships.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, on facilitating communication, conflict resolution, and often healing old wounds from childhood that cause difficulties in present relationships. I also work with children and their families on parenting issues. I work with couples having infertility issues and adoption.
I work a lot with individuals who are having anxiety and depression and who want to co-create healthy relationships.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, on facilitating communication, conflict resolution, and often healing old wounds from childhood that cause difficulties in present relationships. I also work with children and their families on parenting issues. I work with couples having infertility issues and adoption.
Online Therapists
I work with individuals and couples dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, divorce, gender communication, trauma, stress management, work and life coaching.
Executive coaching,career path strategies, leadership development,
navigating politics, 360's/selection assessments. With offices in Mill Valley & Santa Rosa, I have been in practice for over 20+ years.
I work with individuals and couples dealing with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, divorce, gender communication, trauma, stress management, work and life coaching.
Executive coaching,career path strategies, leadership development,
navigating politics, 360's/selection assessments. With offices in Mill Valley & Santa Rosa, I have been in practice for over 20+ years.
In addition to the traditional therapy techniques, I am getting excellent results with EMDR (Flash) and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) for individuals with all kinds of symptoms, anxiety and panic, and traumatic memories.
I am available for telehealth appointments with current clients and those who have worked with me in the past.
In addition to the traditional therapy techniques, I am getting excellent results with EMDR (Flash) and Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) for individuals with all kinds of symptoms, anxiety and panic, and traumatic memories.
I am available for telehealth appointments with current clients and those who have worked with me in the past.
Beyond knowing a therapist has degrees and a license, a list of credentials do not matter much in your choosing. Therapy is more art than science. Nor may you be impressed with a long series of my professional accomplishments. What you want to know is: Can I stop the pain? Can I make your depression and anxiety go away? Can I fix your relationship or career problem? The answer is: No, I cannot. But together we can. If you will bring the motivation and some willingness to trust I will bring knowledge and the ability to shift things. And perhaps, with the help of an unseen grace, together we can heal the hurt and find a solution.
Beyond knowing a therapist has degrees and a license, a list of credentials do not matter much in your choosing. Therapy is more art than science. Nor may you be impressed with a long series of my professional accomplishments. What you want to know is: Can I stop the pain? Can I make your depression and anxiety go away? Can I fix your relationship or career problem? The answer is: No, I cannot. But together we can. If you will bring the motivation and some willingness to trust I will bring knowledge and the ability to shift things. And perhaps, with the help of an unseen grace, together we can heal the hurt and find a solution.
I am interested in working with individuals couples and families who are facing changes in relationships. The first signs of depression and/or anxiety may be the need to work through unresolved issues. I have a special interest in the process of working through our personal "meaning in life" and how we recreate and grow with conflict and the resolution of conflict.
I am interested in working with individuals couples and families who are facing changes in relationships. The first signs of depression and/or anxiety may be the need to work through unresolved issues. I have a special interest in the process of working through our personal "meaning in life" and how we recreate and grow with conflict and the resolution of conflict.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.