Anthem Therapists in Berkeley, CA
Sandra Ascencio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
One of my passions in this field is the healing/ growth/ transformative experience that an individual can have through trauma work. I have continued my clinical work providing therapy services to children and adults who have experienced trauma and/or significant adverse life events. This work is deeply meaningful to me and it has led me to seek advanced training on the treatment of trauma via evidenced based practices as well as emerging and established therapeutic models. I combine my advanced trauma training and the use of solution-focused, mindfulness, and strength-based therapeutic interventions in my clinical approach.
One of my passions in this field is the healing/ growth/ transformative experience that an individual can have through trauma work. I have continued my clinical work providing therapy services to children and adults who have experienced trauma and/or significant adverse life events. This work is deeply meaningful to me and it has led me to seek advanced training on the treatment of trauma via evidenced based practices as well as emerging and established therapeutic models. I combine my advanced trauma training and the use of solution-focused, mindfulness, and strength-based therapeutic interventions in my clinical approach.
Life can often feel overwhelming and the impact of past and present experiences can have ripple effects on our wellbeing. I am passionate about supporting people who want to make a change in their lives. My specialization is in treating self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I use both person-centered and evidence-based practices. My approach is empowering, non-judgmental, and individualized, and I work hard to help clients follow through on the promises they make for themselves.
Life can often feel overwhelming and the impact of past and present experiences can have ripple effects on our wellbeing. I am passionate about supporting people who want to make a change in their lives. My specialization is in treating self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I use both person-centered and evidence-based practices. My approach is empowering, non-judgmental, and individualized, and I work hard to help clients follow through on the promises they make for themselves.
Your mental health is very important. Whether you are struggling with a new problem or one that has been ongoing, an emotional problem or a biochemical one, or even relationship challenges, getting support can make a world of difference. Establishing a safe environment to talk and building a trusting relationship is essential in building a therapeutic relationship. I provide a warm and caring environment for you to trust and share intimate thoughts and feelings, including at times, conflicting thoughts, anxious feelings, depressed mood, and traumatic events.
Your mental health is very important. Whether you are struggling with a new problem or one that has been ongoing, an emotional problem or a biochemical one, or even relationship challenges, getting support can make a world of difference. Establishing a safe environment to talk and building a trusting relationship is essential in building a therapeutic relationship. I provide a warm and caring environment for you to trust and share intimate thoughts and feelings, including at times, conflicting thoughts, anxious feelings, depressed mood, and traumatic events.
My therapy style is both strength-based and client-oriented. I'd like to think of myself not as the person who holds all the answers, but as my clients' teammate in a journey together to understand problems and experiment with solutions. From goal setting to implementing changes and measuring progress, I enjoy a healthy balance between proactivity from my clients and facilitation from my professional experiences. In session together, we will attempt to identify relevant issues, understand significant impacts, and cultivate realistic ways to foster success.
My therapy style is both strength-based and client-oriented. I'd like to think of myself not as the person who holds all the answers, but as my clients' teammate in a journey together to understand problems and experiment with solutions. From goal setting to implementing changes and measuring progress, I enjoy a healthy balance between proactivity from my clients and facilitation from my professional experiences. In session together, we will attempt to identify relevant issues, understand significant impacts, and cultivate realistic ways to foster success.
Lynda Paulson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
I am here to join with you as you explore therapy as a path to heal and thrive. Taking the step to engage in therapy can feel daunting. I will take that step with you and provide support and a safe place. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years’ experience in direct practice. Throughout my practice I have focused on the importance of identifying all aspects of my clients’ lives that impact their well-being (support systems, cultural, work/ school environment, physical health, life experience, faith/spirituality) to provide treatment through a holistic person-in- environment perspective.
I am here to join with you as you explore therapy as a path to heal and thrive. Taking the step to engage in therapy can feel daunting. I will take that step with you and provide support and a safe place. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years’ experience in direct practice. Throughout my practice I have focused on the importance of identifying all aspects of my clients’ lives that impact their well-being (support systems, cultural, work/ school environment, physical health, life experience, faith/spirituality) to provide treatment through a holistic person-in- environment perspective.
Bay Area Clinical Associates - San Jose
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94705
Compassionate, Caring Support Ideal for Children, Teens, and Young Adults. Evidence-based treatment programs for teens 11-17 and young adults 18-29 diagnosed with mental health and/or behavioral disorders. Young patients need an open, honest, non-judgmental atmosphere where they can learn about who they are so they can decide how they want to live their lives. At BACA, our goal is to heal the whole person and the whole family. Patients and families willing to engage fully in the treatment process are likely to succeed with BACA’s unique, innovative treatment approach. We work to restore balance and harmony in family life for teens, young adults, and their loved ones. When patients, families, and providers commit to the same goal, coordinate their efforts, communicate honestly, and collaborate in the therapeutic process, healing happens. We keep the atmosphere positive and proactive, so our teens, young adults, and their families can rediscover the joy and happiness they may be missing in their lives.
Compassionate, Caring Support Ideal for Children, Teens, and Young Adults. Evidence-based treatment programs for teens 11-17 and young adults 18-29 diagnosed with mental health and/or behavioral disorders. Young patients need an open, honest, non-judgmental atmosphere where they can learn about who they are so they can decide how they want to live their lives. At BACA, our goal is to heal the whole person and the whole family. Patients and families willing to engage fully in the treatment process are likely to succeed with BACA’s unique, innovative treatment approach. We work to restore balance and harmony in family life for teens, young adults, and their loved ones. When patients, families, and providers commit to the same goal, coordinate their efforts, communicate honestly, and collaborate in the therapeutic process, healing happens. We keep the atmosphere positive and proactive, so our teens, young adults, and their families can rediscover the joy and happiness they may be missing in their lives.
Nicole Barksdale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
Choosing a therapist can feel like a difficult task, so I wanted to tell you a little about myself to help you decide if I would be a good fit for you. I have over 17 years of professional experience that include trauma, abuse, and the juvenile and adult justice systems. My goal in therapy is to create a safe space, free from judgment or rejection, for you to explore any challenges you may be facing and help you find new skills to deal with them. I know how hard it is to find a therapist that you feel comfortable with and I applaud you for taking the first step. I would be honored to work with you.
Choosing a therapist can feel like a difficult task, so I wanted to tell you a little about myself to help you decide if I would be a good fit for you. I have over 17 years of professional experience that include trauma, abuse, and the juvenile and adult justice systems. My goal in therapy is to create a safe space, free from judgment or rejection, for you to explore any challenges you may be facing and help you find new skills to deal with them. I know how hard it is to find a therapist that you feel comfortable with and I applaud you for taking the first step. I would be honored to work with you.
Maria G Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
In my 11 years of practice, I have experience in the treatment of mental health issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment/relationship issues, behavioral issues, and life transitions. I consider myself an eclectic therapist. I incorporate evidence-based practices into my work with clients and individualize my techniques and approaches to best address their needs. I believe that my clients are the experts in their lives. Therefore, my work starts with understanding each individual client, holistically, to best assist them in meeting their desired goals in therapy.
In my 11 years of practice, I have experience in the treatment of mental health issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment/relationship issues, behavioral issues, and life transitions. I consider myself an eclectic therapist. I incorporate evidence-based practices into my work with clients and individualize my techniques and approaches to best address their needs. I believe that my clients are the experts in their lives. Therefore, my work starts with understanding each individual client, holistically, to best assist them in meeting their desired goals in therapy.
Sandra Leal-Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
I am here to help you reach your full potential. I meet you where you are at by listening and helping guide you through life's different journeys. I will assist by providing tools that help empower you to believe in yourself and build internal strength in order to manage what life brings.
I am here to help you reach your full potential. I meet you where you are at by listening and helping guide you through life's different journeys. I will assist by providing tools that help empower you to believe in yourself and build internal strength in order to manage what life brings.
Jacqueline Boyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
I welcome all aspects of yourself, and I respect your timing in introducing me to each of those parts. My clinical thinking and practice are through a Trauma-Informed and Psychodynamic lens. This perspective affords me the tools to help you explore how past traumas and negative experiences may be influencing your present. To encourage this process, my style is relational. During our time together, you can expect to work with a warm, intentional, empathetic, and humorous clinician. I meet you where you are at. I respect your pace while utilizing my intuitive and direct nature to gently push our process through stagnant times.
I welcome all aspects of yourself, and I respect your timing in introducing me to each of those parts. My clinical thinking and practice are through a Trauma-Informed and Psychodynamic lens. This perspective affords me the tools to help you explore how past traumas and negative experiences may be influencing your present. To encourage this process, my style is relational. During our time together, you can expect to work with a warm, intentional, empathetic, and humorous clinician. I meet you where you are at. I respect your pace while utilizing my intuitive and direct nature to gently push our process through stagnant times.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the power of healing-in-relationship and the engagement of our whole selves in that process. For those interested, my background as a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist allows for utilizing the body, art, and play as a few of the key instruments in the healing journey, alongside traditional talk therapy practices. My theoretical orientation is also integrative of psychodynamic theories, existential theory, mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, and internal family systems.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the power of healing-in-relationship and the engagement of our whole selves in that process. For those interested, my background as a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist allows for utilizing the body, art, and play as a few of the key instruments in the healing journey, alongside traditional talk therapy practices. My theoretical orientation is also integrative of psychodynamic theories, existential theory, mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, and internal family systems.
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I am a bilingual Spanish/English therapist. I am passionate about helping BIPOC and individuals at different phases of life, break cycles. These cycles can be associated with generational trauma and unhealthy patterns. I want to help them to find their voice, set boundaries, and develop a better version of themselves. I mainly take a person-centered approach and adjust the treatment approach according to your needs.
I am a bilingual Spanish/English therapist. I am passionate about helping BIPOC and individuals at different phases of life, break cycles. These cycles can be associated with generational trauma and unhealthy patterns. I want to help them to find their voice, set boundaries, and develop a better version of themselves. I mainly take a person-centered approach and adjust the treatment approach according to your needs.
Lindsay Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel pressured to “do it all” but feel depleted and stuck? If so, you are in the right place! Whether these feelings stem from relational trauma, perinatal stress, anxiety, or an overall sense of overwhelm, I believe healing is possible. I am a relational therapist who values the mind-body connection and incorporates somatic work (at your comfort level). If you are struggling with a new hormonal or metabolic diagnosis, I also specialize in working with women impacted by Hashimotos, PCOS, and Hypothyroidism. I believe humor and compassion are the perfect pair in the therapeutic setting.
Do you ever feel pressured to “do it all” but feel depleted and stuck? If so, you are in the right place! Whether these feelings stem from relational trauma, perinatal stress, anxiety, or an overall sense of overwhelm, I believe healing is possible. I am a relational therapist who values the mind-body connection and incorporates somatic work (at your comfort level). If you are struggling with a new hormonal or metabolic diagnosis, I also specialize in working with women impacted by Hashimotos, PCOS, and Hypothyroidism. I believe humor and compassion are the perfect pair in the therapeutic setting.
I am drawn to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) because of its systematic and goal-oriented approach while simultaneously allowing for a warm and collaborative relationship. As a therapist, CBT is appealing because of its evidence-based status and overall treatment success with longer-lasting symptom relief. It is rewarding to watch my clients gain the confidence to use the tools outside of sessions and become their own best therapist. I provide short-term counseling 12-16 sessions, assigning homework after each session, and having a structured approach to help my clients have a clear idea of what to expect once we get started!
I am drawn to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) because of its systematic and goal-oriented approach while simultaneously allowing for a warm and collaborative relationship. As a therapist, CBT is appealing because of its evidence-based status and overall treatment success with longer-lasting symptom relief. It is rewarding to watch my clients gain the confidence to use the tools outside of sessions and become their own best therapist. I provide short-term counseling 12-16 sessions, assigning homework after each session, and having a structured approach to help my clients have a clear idea of what to expect once we get started!
Robert Donaldson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
Each person’s journey into therapy is a unique act of courage. I am a California-licensed marriage and family therapist and saw my first therapy client in 2004. I work with individuals in various stages of life and career transitions, stressed college students, people dealing with LGBT, gender identity, and coming out issues, creative writers and artists, and successful professionals overwhelmed with a busy life. With the right practical psychological tools, it's possible to bring a sense of enjoyment back into the routines of daily life. It's not always easy, but it is possible.
Each person’s journey into therapy is a unique act of courage. I am a California-licensed marriage and family therapist and saw my first therapy client in 2004. I work with individuals in various stages of life and career transitions, stressed college students, people dealing with LGBT, gender identity, and coming out issues, creative writers and artists, and successful professionals overwhelmed with a busy life. With the right practical psychological tools, it's possible to bring a sense of enjoyment back into the routines of daily life. It's not always easy, but it is possible.
Elise Von Tersch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
My passion is to work with individuals to transform life’s difficulties into opportunities for personal growth and insight. My approach is collaborative while providing a safe space to foster good therapeutic work. I am a trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and apply Psychotherapy approaches complementary to individual clients and their needs. These approaches include EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
My passion is to work with individuals to transform life’s difficulties into opportunities for personal growth and insight. My approach is collaborative while providing a safe space to foster good therapeutic work. I am a trained Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and apply Psychotherapy approaches complementary to individual clients and their needs. These approaches include EMDR Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Sarah Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am passionate about providing space for my clients to explore the full range of their experiences and to find more satisfaction, authenticity, and connection in their lives. I tend to see the majority of behaviors and patterns that cause distress as creative ways we have learned to cope with life experiences, cultural and familial legacies, relationships, and social influences. My goal is to join with you to create a space of empathy, curiosity, and safety that is adaptive to your unique needs, helps you uncover the wisdom behind your distress, and encourages you in making the changes you seek to make.
As a therapist, I am passionate about providing space for my clients to explore the full range of their experiences and to find more satisfaction, authenticity, and connection in their lives. I tend to see the majority of behaviors and patterns that cause distress as creative ways we have learned to cope with life experiences, cultural and familial legacies, relationships, and social influences. My goal is to join with you to create a space of empathy, curiosity, and safety that is adaptive to your unique needs, helps you uncover the wisdom behind your distress, and encourages you in making the changes you seek to make.
I bring the best of both worlds-- over 25 years experience as a psychotherapist, expert in the areas of treating depression, addiction and trauma and a Success and Performance Coach skilled in the latest strategies and techniques for motivation and change. I am able to take what appears to be an obstacle and turn it into a means of building emotional muscle. Obstacles will happen but it is the meaning we give to events that makes all the difference. I have a background in performance art and currently utilize mindfulness as a tool to assist clients in their lives.
I bring the best of both worlds-- over 25 years experience as a psychotherapist, expert in the areas of treating depression, addiction and trauma and a Success and Performance Coach skilled in the latest strategies and techniques for motivation and change. I am able to take what appears to be an obstacle and turn it into a means of building emotional muscle. Obstacles will happen but it is the meaning we give to events that makes all the difference. I have a background in performance art and currently utilize mindfulness as a tool to assist clients in their lives.
Navigating life can be extremely stressful. It is important to know you do not need to face these challenges alone, and therapy can be a useful tool to aid in working through difficulties. As a therapist, I am passionate about partnering with clients to help them learn and develop healthy coping and problem-solving skills. I work collaboratively with clients to identify goals and build an individualized treatment plan- tailored to each person’s unique needs.
Navigating life can be extremely stressful. It is important to know you do not need to face these challenges alone, and therapy can be a useful tool to aid in working through difficulties. As a therapist, I am passionate about partnering with clients to help them learn and develop healthy coping and problem-solving skills. I work collaboratively with clients to identify goals and build an individualized treatment plan- tailored to each person’s unique needs.
Are you seeking therapy for a life change, a listening ear, and some clarity in relationships? I have had over 20 years of experience working with adults and youth, addressing stressors such as depression, anxiety, loss, substance use, and trauma. With this experience, I have found that using an eclectic and individualized approach, pulling from various modalities to help clients move toward positive change, has had the best results. Depending on your specific symptoms and goals for therapy, we will explore together to see what approach is right for you.
Are you seeking therapy for a life change, a listening ear, and some clarity in relationships? I have had over 20 years of experience working with adults and youth, addressing stressors such as depression, anxiety, loss, substance use, and trauma. With this experience, I have found that using an eclectic and individualized approach, pulling from various modalities to help clients move toward positive change, has had the best results. Depending on your specific symptoms and goals for therapy, we will explore together to see what approach is right for you.
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