Therapists in Alameda County, CA
Queer Crip Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94610 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a queer, disabled, cis woman of white and indigenous descent, well-versed in the nuances of navigating life with a disability. Often, nondisabled therapists either overemphasize or underplay its impact. In our sessions, we'll find the right balance for you, focusing on what truly matters—whether that's disability, queer issues, or other areas of your life. You’ll have a supportive space to discuss any topic without needing to first educate your therapist about your disabled and queer identities, ensuring our time is focused on your growth and well-being.
I am a queer, disabled, cis woman of white and indigenous descent, well-versed in the nuances of navigating life with a disability. Often, nondisabled therapists either overemphasize or underplay its impact. In our sessions, we'll find the right balance for you, focusing on what truly matters—whether that's disability, queer issues, or other areas of your life. You’ll have a supportive space to discuss any topic without needing to first educate your therapist about your disabled and queer identities, ensuring our time is focused on your growth and well-being.
Connor Tindall
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94709
Not accepting new clients
People come to therapy for many reasons, but the two most essential things every client wants are relief from emotional pain and to be understood. In my practice, I strive to provide both by actively trying to understand my clients’ unique history, experiences, and struggles. I do this by taking a warm, compassionate, curious, and supportive stance towards helping and remembering that I do not have the answers but can help my clients find them for themselves. Therapy with me is a non-judgmental, open-ended conversation with a caring collaborator who wants to help you live your life as fully as possible.
People come to therapy for many reasons, but the two most essential things every client wants are relief from emotional pain and to be understood. In my practice, I strive to provide both by actively trying to understand my clients’ unique history, experiences, and struggles. I do this by taking a warm, compassionate, curious, and supportive stance towards helping and remembering that I do not have the answers but can help my clients find them for themselves. Therapy with me is a non-judgmental, open-ended conversation with a caring collaborator who wants to help you live your life as fully as possible.
Sequoyah Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Castro Valley, CA 94546
We opened our doors in September of 1980 to add value to our community in the area of human service. Our goal is to assist teens, single adults, couples and families in their journey through life's challenges, losses and broken relationships.
We opened our doors in September of 1980 to add value to our community in the area of human service. Our goal is to assist teens, single adults, couples and families in their journey through life's challenges, losses and broken relationships.
Jacqueline Esquer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94610 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you curious about the therapy process but not certain if you want to commit to months of longer term therapy but are seeking some relief right now? My practice offers Solution Focused, Brief Therapy to help with current stressors, hands on problem solving techniques, and doable, accessible coping skills to help you manage your emotions and stressors. Sometimes you just need someone to talk to, but not sure if you can commit long term therapy just yet...and that's okay. You deserve support too.
Are you curious about the therapy process but not certain if you want to commit to months of longer term therapy but are seeking some relief right now? My practice offers Solution Focused, Brief Therapy to help with current stressors, hands on problem solving techniques, and doable, accessible coping skills to help you manage your emotions and stressors. Sometimes you just need someone to talk to, but not sure if you can commit long term therapy just yet...and that's okay. You deserve support too.
Ramilya Braithwaite
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94605 (Online Only)
The transitioning process from insight to endurance, and to action is supported by daily courage, perseverance, curiosity, resilience, and a community of like-minded individuals. When tendered with love, care, attention, nurture, and patience, the time spent on the path of self-inquiry yields its marvelous and magical fruits of maturity, wisdom, creativity, joy, desire, courage, passion, ease, freedom, love, compassion, mindfulness, connection, community, and acceptance.
The transitioning process from insight to endurance, and to action is supported by daily courage, perseverance, curiosity, resilience, and a community of like-minded individuals. When tendered with love, care, attention, nurture, and patience, the time spent on the path of self-inquiry yields its marvelous and magical fruits of maturity, wisdom, creativity, joy, desire, courage, passion, ease, freedom, love, compassion, mindfulness, connection, community, and acceptance.
Merideth Bowen Shamszad
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94602
If you find yourself seeking new ways to be in relationship to your life, yourself and others, the sensitive and attuned psychotherapy I provide can help. Using inquiry, dialogue, guided imagery, Enneagram explorations and the arts, we can work together to explore and untangle your distress and illuminate the creative solutions that lie within you.
If you find yourself seeking new ways to be in relationship to your life, yourself and others, the sensitive and attuned psychotherapy I provide can help. Using inquiry, dialogue, guided imagery, Enneagram explorations and the arts, we can work together to explore and untangle your distress and illuminate the creative solutions that lie within you.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating a broad range of psychological concerns. I help people create meaningful change in their lives. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, humanistic and psychodynamic theories. Above all, I aim to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel supported, understood and empowered. I work collaboratively with clients to develop a customized treatment plan that honors and builds upon personal strengths while also promoting self-compassion, healing and growth.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating a broad range of psychological concerns. I help people create meaningful change in their lives. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, humanistic and psychodynamic theories. Above all, I aim to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel supported, understood and empowered. I work collaboratively with clients to develop a customized treatment plan that honors and builds upon personal strengths while also promoting self-compassion, healing and growth.
Olivia Provan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94602 (Online Only)
You want better relationships, with your partner, your family, at work and with yourself. You’re at the point where all of the boxes are checked, but you’re still not feeling happy or fulfilled. You struggle with guilt for wanting more, but know deep down that there's something holding you back. As a couple, you want better sex, deeper intimacy and connection, to resolve recurring disagreements, or support when facing key milestones such as moving in together or getting engaged. You’re in the right place. I specialize in attachment-based therapy for those wanting to improve their relationships, beginning with themselves.
You want better relationships, with your partner, your family, at work and with yourself. You’re at the point where all of the boxes are checked, but you’re still not feeling happy or fulfilled. You struggle with guilt for wanting more, but know deep down that there's something holding you back. As a couple, you want better sex, deeper intimacy and connection, to resolve recurring disagreements, or support when facing key milestones such as moving in together or getting engaged. You’re in the right place. I specialize in attachment-based therapy for those wanting to improve their relationships, beginning with themselves.
Do you need some ease and gentleness in your life? Change doesn't have to be painful. We will walk side by side on your journey of self-discovery and healing. I trust your innate wisdom and resilience, and we will get to know that part of you well.
Do you need some ease and gentleness in your life? Change doesn't have to be painful. We will walk side by side on your journey of self-discovery and healing. I trust your innate wisdom and resilience, and we will get to know that part of you well.
Gail Susan Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
Albany, CA 94707 (Online Only)
You want to make positive changes that will last. I’ll work with you, or you and your child, to address whatever is getting in the way of living the life you’d like. There may be feelings that run the show, behaviors that seem unchangeable, or relationships and jobs/school that don’t meet your needs and dreams. Whatever your history and current challenges, there are ways to move forward. Even in this period of pandemic uncertainty, we can build your resilience, developing strengths and capacities that lead to a more fulfilling life.
You want to make positive changes that will last. I’ll work with you, or you and your child, to address whatever is getting in the way of living the life you’d like. There may be feelings that run the show, behaviors that seem unchangeable, or relationships and jobs/school that don’t meet your needs and dreams. Whatever your history and current challenges, there are ways to move forward. Even in this period of pandemic uncertainty, we can build your resilience, developing strengths and capacities that lead to a more fulfilling life.
Julie Such
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94707
I'm accepting new clients! My approach is genuine, nonjudgmental, gender-affirming, and intersectional. I'm a queer clinician who works from a perspective that integrates social and cultural context (society, family, and relationships) with your inherent values, strengths, and desires. Together we’ll use humor, creativity, and levity to provide fertile ground for more difficult emotions like grief, depression, and anxiety. I use various therapeutic approaches based on the issues and needs you bring into session; providing individual and relationship therapy that is personalized, holistic, and trauma-informed.
I'm accepting new clients! My approach is genuine, nonjudgmental, gender-affirming, and intersectional. I'm a queer clinician who works from a perspective that integrates social and cultural context (society, family, and relationships) with your inherent values, strengths, and desires. Together we’ll use humor, creativity, and levity to provide fertile ground for more difficult emotions like grief, depression, and anxiety. I use various therapeutic approaches based on the issues and needs you bring into session; providing individual and relationship therapy that is personalized, holistic, and trauma-informed.
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Practices empowerment and the healing arts of psychotherapy for adults, couples, families, and groups. Experienced in supporting parenthood through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting education, coaching, and support. Treats multiple and co-occurring disorders. Experienced in supporting mood disorders and symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and compulsions. Trauma specialist. Grief and loss. Experienced treating first responders. Provides LGBTQIA safe and affirming space and is experienced and trained in transgender and non-heteronormative support. Works to strengthen families and partners with their goals and values.
Practices empowerment and the healing arts of psychotherapy for adults, couples, families, and groups. Experienced in supporting parenthood through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting education, coaching, and support. Treats multiple and co-occurring disorders. Experienced in supporting mood disorders and symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and compulsions. Trauma specialist. Grief and loss. Experienced treating first responders. Provides LGBTQIA safe and affirming space and is experienced and trained in transgender and non-heteronormative support. Works to strengthen families and partners with their goals and values.
My name is Kendra, and I have a very informal approach to therapy. I enjoy laughing and commiserating with my clients and believe that they are best supported by a nonjudgmental therapist who truly cares about their well-being. I work from a strengths-based approach, and as a university professor, I love to connect science and research to help understand everyday issues. I hope to cultivate a space in which people can be their authentic selves and feel safe and supported as they do so.
My name is Kendra, and I have a very informal approach to therapy. I enjoy laughing and commiserating with my clients and believe that they are best supported by a nonjudgmental therapist who truly cares about their well-being. I work from a strengths-based approach, and as a university professor, I love to connect science and research to help understand everyday issues. I hope to cultivate a space in which people can be their authentic selves and feel safe and supported as they do so.
Everyone deserves support– life can be overwhelming. Our sessions provide a safe, encouraging space for you to slow down and focus on what’s important. As an advocate for you, your family, or your child, we create solutions that help you find healing.
Everyone deserves support– life can be overwhelming. Our sessions provide a safe, encouraging space for you to slow down and focus on what’s important. As an advocate for you, your family, or your child, we create solutions that help you find healing.
Psychotherapy can be a truly life-changing process. It helps to gradually release stuck patterns in your life, creating space for vitality and creativity. Whether you’re healing from past wounds, navigating anxiety, loneliness, or relationship challenges, or simply feel that something deeper is missing, I am dedicated to supporting you on this journey.
Psychotherapy can be a truly life-changing process. It helps to gradually release stuck patterns in your life, creating space for vitality and creativity. Whether you’re healing from past wounds, navigating anxiety, loneliness, or relationship challenges, or simply feel that something deeper is missing, I am dedicated to supporting you on this journey.
Soul-Centered Psychotherapy — My work supports your healing and finding your way back from grief, anxiety, and regret to your true, exciting, and unlimited self. Whatever the catalyst, know that in the seeking you are answering your soul’s cry for healing, expression, and expansion. Your journey towards healing and wholeness has already begun.
Soul-Centered Psychotherapy — My work supports your healing and finding your way back from grief, anxiety, and regret to your true, exciting, and unlimited self. Whatever the catalyst, know that in the seeking you are answering your soul’s cry for healing, expression, and expansion. Your journey towards healing and wholeness has already begun.
Welcome! I am passionate about empathetically meeting clients where they are and creating spaces for them to explore and express all of themselves without judgment. I understand the work of therapy as empowering yourself to be able to have and learn from your difficult feelings while feeling safe and connected to yourself and others. I work collaboratively with clients, emphasizing curiosity and compassion throughout. Through this approach, we explore how early experiences in your family, community, and cultural context impacted your sense of self, your relationships, and your world, sometimes in ways outside of your awareness.
Welcome! I am passionate about empathetically meeting clients where they are and creating spaces for them to explore and express all of themselves without judgment. I understand the work of therapy as empowering yourself to be able to have and learn from your difficult feelings while feeling safe and connected to yourself and others. I work collaboratively with clients, emphasizing curiosity and compassion throughout. Through this approach, we explore how early experiences in your family, community, and cultural context impacted your sense of self, your relationships, and your world, sometimes in ways outside of your awareness.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist. I help teens and adults manage daily stressors, life transitions, family/ peer conflict & divorce. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, as well as relationship, parenting and teenage behavior issues. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to explore your unique challenges. My style is active, collaborative, and compassionate. My approach is client-centered and eclectic. This means that I incorporate various methods and techniques that fit with your personal needs and style, and we work together to create an individualized plan to reach your goals.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist. I help teens and adults manage daily stressors, life transitions, family/ peer conflict & divorce. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, grief/ loss, as well as relationship, parenting and teenage behavior issues. I provide a safe and confidential space for you to explore your unique challenges. My style is active, collaborative, and compassionate. My approach is client-centered and eclectic. This means that I incorporate various methods and techniques that fit with your personal needs and style, and we work together to create an individualized plan to reach your goals.
Perhaps you are looking for support with your child who is having frequent emotional outbursts, is unable to focus in class, or has endless fears. Maybe your teen has become withdrawn and struggles with their self-esteem. I imagine it has likely left you feeling stressed, worried and unsure of how to help. You might also be seeking tools to support you in better parenting practices. In therapy, we will work together to understand you and your child's needs and how to best support them. I enjoy work with children, teens, and families on areas such as emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and self-esteem.
Perhaps you are looking for support with your child who is having frequent emotional outbursts, is unable to focus in class, or has endless fears. Maybe your teen has become withdrawn and struggles with their self-esteem. I imagine it has likely left you feeling stressed, worried and unsure of how to help. You might also be seeking tools to support you in better parenting practices. In therapy, we will work together to understand you and your child's needs and how to best support them. I enjoy work with children, teens, and families on areas such as emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and self-esteem.
Hi there, I'm David! I have over eight years of experience working in a number of mental health settings from emergency rooms to inpatient acute hospitals to outpatient clinics. I generally work with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral issues, codependency, and life transitions. I typically practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and individualize my approach based on clients' needs. In my experience helping others, I have come to believe that therapy can truly be a transformative experience for those who want to make a change in their lives.
Hi there, I'm David! I have over eight years of experience working in a number of mental health settings from emergency rooms to inpatient acute hospitals to outpatient clinics. I generally work with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, relationship issues, behavioral issues, codependency, and life transitions. I typically practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and individualize my approach based on clients' needs. In my experience helping others, I have come to believe that therapy can truly be a transformative experience for those who want to make a change in their lives.
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Number of Therapists in Alameda County, CA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$185
Therapists in Alameda County, CA who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 78% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Self Esteem |
| 67% | Stress |
| 66% | Coping Skills |
| 65% | Grief |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 77% | Aetna |
| 68% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 63% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Alameda County, CA see their clients
| 56% | In Person and Online | |
| 44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |