ADHD Therapists in Castro Valley, CA

From couples navigating relationship challenges, families in transition, and individuals confronting unwanted patterns that make them feel stuck, I am dedicated to providing a safe, collaborative and trauma-informed space for clients to meet their treatment goals. I am also deeply committed to LGBTQIA issues and strive to create inclusive spaces for all. Grounded in evidence-based practices like dialectical behavioral therapy, attachment theory, acceptance and commitment therapy, and solution-focused therapy, I am able to utilize a variety of approaches to tailor treatment to each unique client.

Life's demands may, at times, be emotionally distressing. At different stages of life, you might feel particularly challenged by the pressures of school, college, work, and family life. Through the work of therapy, you can begin to feel a sense of satisfaction and success in your life again. I offer online psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults utilizing an integrative approach. Therapy may include creative art therapy, parent support, ADHD coaching, and other therapy services to promote, support, and facilitate emotional well-being.

My goal is to help people find answers, develop skills and create movement when they are feeling stuck. I have worked with people with a variety of struggles from depression and anxiety, to trauma and adhd, to addiction and other personality disorders. I have a passion for instilling hope in others and helping people find the light when their world is feeling dark. I love to help those needing that extra motivation to make changes and those trying to gain new perspectives in their lives. If you’re looking for resources or coping skills I will provide them at each session. We will build your specified mental health toolbox for life.

I specialize in providing therapy to the very young, with starting ages at 3 - 9 years, to support most referral concerns. I have been providing educationally related mental health services for children with disabilities for 24 years. Children who suffer from trauma/s will often display significant difficulties accessing the general curriculum in school. Many children suffer from a disability (such as a speech impediment, learning disability, autism, or ADHD, etc.) as well as trauma. Oftentimes the disability itself causes trauma to the child. Some sample goals of therapy include increasing self-regulation and reducing anxiety.

I'm a trauma-informed/trained therapist; I'm here to support you through your most vulnerable and emotionally exhausting times. I utilize CBT; Psychodynamic methods to help with stressors like ADHD, anxiety, major life; career changes, and relationships. I also have a unique understanding of the stressors that come with working in toxic office environments.

My approach balances compassion with being direct. My clients experience care, acceptance and belonging, while also feeling challenged the right amount to grow, change and decrease suffering. I offer empathy while actively engaging my clients by setting weekly treatment goals, building coping tools/resources, and providing skills/knowledge to build self-awareness and integration. We are deeply influenced by our cultural identity and heritage. I am committed to the values of respecting and celebrating diversity, and supporting social/political policies of equal rights and opportunities.

Hi, My name is Michelle Frizzelle. Ca LMFT 132628. My general therapeutic approach is to always treat my clients with respect and honesty. I am a very open minded person, who is not there to judge, but to see if we can find a plan that works for you. It's my goal to make you feel safe during sessions. I work intensively with trauma and anxiety. Finding ways to understand how trauma affects our life and how we can move forward in a more positive approach is doable. Let's see if this is a fit and we can explore what might work for you and your situation.

Mental health can be viewed in its most extreme form: schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, etc... However, while those diagnosis can be true; most often, it is more common for people to seek support around navigating overall stress, relationship challenges, work stress, health/illness, parenting, grief/loss, etc. If this is you, then lets partner together to speak your truth and successfully move you through this phase of life.

Hello, my name is Alexandra and I am a bilingual Spanish, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that in order for change and growth to occur, people have to feel safe, connected, and heard. I assist individuals and families with building on their current skills and help them navigate through life's challenges. I enjoy working with a variety of clients, but specialize in youth and transitional-age youth (ages 18-25), and women's issues. I work with a variety of mental health challenges such as: anxiety, stress, life transitions, depression, anger/frustration, school issues, family issues, and other life challenges.

"Know thyself." Until we know ourselves, we are tossed around by life's events and our circumstances whether work- related, relationships, or families. I believe that you know yourself better than anyone and have the answers in you already. By providing a safe place for you to discuss your thoughts and feelings, I am confident that you will arrive at solutions to your problems freeing you to make choices that lead to creating and accomplishing goals. I provide support, understanding, and a non-judgmental atmosphere where personal growth is not only possible, but can be achieved.

I offer psychotherapy services catering to various stages of life - children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My approach is client-centered, humanistic, and strengths-based, carefully considering your unique social and cultural context. In addressing addiction, I advocate for and practice a harm-reduction approach. My clinical interests and experience include working with addiction, anxiety, depression, family dynamics, trauma, neurodivergence, grief, and work stress. In my work with couples and families, I focus on enhancing connections, improving communication and conflict resolution, and fostering healthier dynamics.

My focus is on working with you to address current challenges, process past difficulties, and develop tools to overcome hurdles in relationships and daily life. I frequently work with individuals going through life changes, experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and couples with communication and conflict concerns. In addition, I work with neurodivergent individuals, including those on the autism spectrum, and parents, including parents of children with disabilities.

I am committed to collaboratively working with you in a safe environment to provide support in your endeavor toward a solution to your unique and special needs. I provide therapy to families and couples, as well as individual teens and adults. I assist clients in dealing with stress of illness, cultural and life transitions, personal growth and development, and relationships.

You are ready to better understand and accept yourself, let go of the feelings and beliefs that make each day difficult, and do something to feel better. I believe therapy is a place to work together. My focus is to help you understand how you got to where you are now and what we can do to get you where you want to be. Let’s start with exploring your experiences, strengths and goals. I will offer a mix of proven therapies to support your healing and learning, so you can leave therapy and practice on your own.

One of the amazing aspects of therapy is that it provides a unique opportunity for people to have a space where the focus is on their needs and growth. Very few other spaces exist where your needs and well-being can be the priority. This is a key part of the healing power of therapy, which is why I believe it is so important you find a therapist who is a good fit for you. Sessions by secure video or phone & limited in-person options in Castro Valley & Hayward). (In-Network with AETNA, OPTUM & CIGNA via Alma)

Joy provides families with survival tools and peace of mind to successfully accomplish the monumental task of raising kids and a family - a task that came without an instruction manual and changes at every turn. While she doesn't claim to know every particular circumstance, she has a reputation for respecting, honoring, and supporting people from a wide variety of life experiences. Joy has the ability to not just understand but FEEL your struggle without judgment.

Are you feeling unhappy, isolated, stressed, stuck, or like nothing ever goes right? Do you want to improve your relationships with friends, family, or partners? I strongly believe everyone can benefit from a safe space to process their emotions and struggles. It’s daunting to find a therapist who is right for you. I will meet you where you’re at - whether that’s helping you find the words to express yourself or finding the right goals and motivations to move to the next phase of life. Healing, growth, and change are lifelong practices that often need a tune-up. I love working with teens, young adults, and adults of all ages.

I believe therapy is a collaborative and creative endeavor, and provide a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your identity, relationships, history, and desired changes. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you create lasting changes, and am also influenced by Mindfulness, Narrative, Relational, and Systemic approaches to therapy. I am certified in the Triple P Positive Parenting Program and trained in Trauma-Focused CBT. I am also supportive and affirmative of clients of all sexual orientations and gender identifications, and can assist with issues such as coming out, homophobia, and LGBT relationship or parenting issues.

My client's work becomes possible by disabling self-sabotaging situations, defensiveness, childhood wounds & trauma. My wish is for you to create a positive self-image. In doing so, the work allows you to establish healthy boundaries & create internal control of your world. I have worked with children, teenagers, adults & couples going through life transitions. Ultimately, my clients develop autonomy & positive internal dialogue to grow. I work with couples to find the narrative they are telling themselves around the fulfillment of their most intimate need.