Therapists in Contra Costa County, CA
Julie Kraft
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
Not accepting new clients
Thank you for taking the time to explore my profile! A great experience in therapy can change your life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and completely nonjudgmental. I have 14 years of experience treating relationship problems, anxiety, addictions, parenting issues, stress, and depression. Clients who come to see me tell me they “feel seen." I consider it an honor to hear your stories and to help you find greater peace and joy in your life.
Thank you for taking the time to explore my profile! A great experience in therapy can change your life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and completely nonjudgmental. I have 14 years of experience treating relationship problems, anxiety, addictions, parenting issues, stress, and depression. Clients who come to see me tell me they “feel seen." I consider it an honor to hear your stories and to help you find greater peace and joy in your life.
Hi, my name is Terri Rathbun, and I am an experienced licensed therapist (LMFT). I am an SFT (Solution-Focused Therapist) and client-centered therapist. It is important to me that clients in my care feel safe, heard, validated, and respected; without judgment. During therapy, we will collaborate together at your own pace. I utilize motivational interviewing, and I am trauma-informed. I will give you feedback and not just listen passively. Humor during the therapeutic process is welcome and can be healing.
Hi, my name is Terri Rathbun, and I am an experienced licensed therapist (LMFT). I am an SFT (Solution-Focused Therapist) and client-centered therapist. It is important to me that clients in my care feel safe, heard, validated, and respected; without judgment. During therapy, we will collaborate together at your own pace. I utilize motivational interviewing, and I am trauma-informed. I will give you feedback and not just listen passively. Humor during the therapeutic process is welcome and can be healing.
Hello. My name is Marina Ramirez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a therapist for 6 years. Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed with life's challenges and adversities? Maybe you just need guidance and help to alleviate your day? I would like to be that person to help you get through your day and help you start a journey of awareness, growth and strength. My background includes serving clients of an array of ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship problems.
Hello. My name is Marina Ramirez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a therapist for 6 years. Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed with life's challenges and adversities? Maybe you just need guidance and help to alleviate your day? I would like to be that person to help you get through your day and help you start a journey of awareness, growth and strength. My background includes serving clients of an array of ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship problems.
My name is Gertrude (Trudy) Bonincontro and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology providing telehealth to adults in Northern California. I work with adults who are grieving the loss of their beloved one by having their grief witnessed. Grief is not something you get over, though, under, or around. Grief becomes a part of your life. I am a certified Grief Therapist and utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Narrative concepts to assist with managing grief symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger.
My name is Gertrude (Trudy) Bonincontro and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology providing telehealth to adults in Northern California. I work with adults who are grieving the loss of their beloved one by having their grief witnessed. Grief is not something you get over, though, under, or around. Grief becomes a part of your life. I am a certified Grief Therapist and utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Narrative concepts to assist with managing grief symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger.
Chanté McCree
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pittsburg, CA 94565 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Chanté, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist dedicated to helping others navigate complexity and stress in their lives. I found at a very early age that I have a gift for being a great listener. In both my personal and professional life, I often find that others are comfortable confiding deep and personal things in me. Over time, I developed a natural curiosity to understand human habits and behaviors, which led me to the field of mental health. My own relationship with therapy has had a profoundly positive influence on my life and the goal in my practice is to help instill those same benefits in you.
Welcome! I'm Chanté, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist dedicated to helping others navigate complexity and stress in their lives. I found at a very early age that I have a gift for being a great listener. In both my personal and professional life, I often find that others are comfortable confiding deep and personal things in me. Over time, I developed a natural curiosity to understand human habits and behaviors, which led me to the field of mental health. My own relationship with therapy has had a profoundly positive influence on my life and the goal in my practice is to help instill those same benefits in you.
We are constantly growing and changing. Throughout stages in our lives, transitions in our states, or shifts in our relationships we can be overtaken with different emotions. Sometimes these emotions can be hard to make sense of, hard to sift through, or hard to sit with. My intention is to be your support as your work through problematic areas in your life to live a more meaningful and abundant life. Through my humanistic perspective, I offer a relaxed and warm approach to therapy; thusly, I commit to remain present with my clients and customize the therapy that meets your unique needs.
We are constantly growing and changing. Throughout stages in our lives, transitions in our states, or shifts in our relationships we can be overtaken with different emotions. Sometimes these emotions can be hard to make sense of, hard to sift through, or hard to sit with. My intention is to be your support as your work through problematic areas in your life to live a more meaningful and abundant life. Through my humanistic perspective, I offer a relaxed and warm approach to therapy; thusly, I commit to remain present with my clients and customize the therapy that meets your unique needs.
John ' Andy ' Bradshaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I work with adults and teens on a range of issues including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety, depression, and substance use. I take a pragmatic approach to therapy and work collaboratively with clients to help them identify the sources of their distress and how to overcome them. I help clients recognize thought patterns that may not be serving them well and teach them to incorporate more effective ways of thinking in their lives. I use a range of techniques including mindfulness, acceptance, and a focus on values.
I work with adults and teens on a range of issues including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety, depression, and substance use. I take a pragmatic approach to therapy and work collaboratively with clients to help them identify the sources of their distress and how to overcome them. I help clients recognize thought patterns that may not be serving them well and teach them to incorporate more effective ways of thinking in their lives. I use a range of techniques including mindfulness, acceptance, and a focus on values.
Welcome! Is your child, teen, or young adult struggling with emotional issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, mood disorder, ADHD/executive dysfunction, neurodiversity, etc.) and/or school/educational issues (e.g. learning differences, poor academic performance, behavior issues, school avoidance, etc.)? I specialize in providing counseling, neurotherapy/neurofeedback (also known as "brain training"), and evaluations to youth experiencing learning, social or emotional difficulties. I partner with families in developing goals so your child can succeed and develop a positive self-concept.
Welcome! Is your child, teen, or young adult struggling with emotional issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, mood disorder, ADHD/executive dysfunction, neurodiversity, etc.) and/or school/educational issues (e.g. learning differences, poor academic performance, behavior issues, school avoidance, etc.)? I specialize in providing counseling, neurotherapy/neurofeedback (also known as "brain training"), and evaluations to youth experiencing learning, social or emotional difficulties. I partner with families in developing goals so your child can succeed and develop a positive self-concept.
People come to me because they are struggling and tired. They are struggling in their relationships with others and with themselves. Often, that includes self harm or suicidal thoughts. They might be told they tend to overreact, are dramatic, or "too much". Many are struggling with identity, how they see the world and how they see themselves in the world, often still dealing with painful wounds from childhood or versions of their younger selves. My clients want to feel more balanced and in control. People come to me because day to day tasks can be so distressing and overwhelming and they want to have a better quality of life.
People come to me because they are struggling and tired. They are struggling in their relationships with others and with themselves. Often, that includes self harm or suicidal thoughts. They might be told they tend to overreact, are dramatic, or "too much". Many are struggling with identity, how they see the world and how they see themselves in the world, often still dealing with painful wounds from childhood or versions of their younger selves. My clients want to feel more balanced and in control. People come to me because day to day tasks can be so distressing and overwhelming and they want to have a better quality of life.
Erica Fawn Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Lafayette, CA 94549
Parenting can be the hardest job in the world and I am here to help. Do you have a difficult teenager? Is your child having trouble in High School? Has your family experienced divorce, remarriage, or difficulties with co-parenting? These types of issues have become very common and it is normal to need some help coping with them. I have many years experience working with children and their families and as a parent I can relate to the difficulties that arise each day. The decision to start therapy can be difficult because you may feel that you have already tried everything or you wonder if this will really help.
Parenting can be the hardest job in the world and I am here to help. Do you have a difficult teenager? Is your child having trouble in High School? Has your family experienced divorce, remarriage, or difficulties with co-parenting? These types of issues have become very common and it is normal to need some help coping with them. I have many years experience working with children and their families and as a parent I can relate to the difficulties that arise each day. The decision to start therapy can be difficult because you may feel that you have already tried everything or you wonder if this will really help.
Jennifer Pister
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Orinda, CA 94563 (Online Only)
Whether you are depressed, anxious, confused, or wanting better communication between you and your partner, family, friends or self, I can help you get to know yourself and what is driving your thoughts and feelings. This self wisdom leads to greater choice in your relationships. You can only change you, but changing you leads to changes in the world around you, including the people in your life. I would love to help you listen to and trust your inner guidance in making choices that support you.
Whether you are depressed, anxious, confused, or wanting better communication between you and your partner, family, friends or self, I can help you get to know yourself and what is driving your thoughts and feelings. This self wisdom leads to greater choice in your relationships. You can only change you, but changing you leads to changes in the world around you, including the people in your life. I would love to help you listen to and trust your inner guidance in making choices that support you.
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Emily Linaman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Hello! My name is Emily Linaman and I want to help you work with your strengths, and identify behaviors and patterns that may hold you back from growing into the best version of yourself. Old habits die hard, especially when they are related to past trauma survival skills and other coping mechanisms that no longer serve you. As I earn your trust, I hope we can explore how certain behaviors and habits lead to numbing out, depression, dissociation, isolation, self-sabotage and self-harm. Together, we can explore defense mechanisms, the functions they serve, and try out new coping skills to release you from the past and set you free.
Hello! My name is Emily Linaman and I want to help you work with your strengths, and identify behaviors and patterns that may hold you back from growing into the best version of yourself. Old habits die hard, especially when they are related to past trauma survival skills and other coping mechanisms that no longer serve you. As I earn your trust, I hope we can explore how certain behaviors and habits lead to numbing out, depression, dissociation, isolation, self-sabotage and self-harm. Together, we can explore defense mechanisms, the functions they serve, and try out new coping skills to release you from the past and set you free.
Christina Garges Insight Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with depression, facing challenges in your relationships, or dealing with low self-esteem? Perhaps you’re experiencing issues at school or work that are hard to manage. You want to feel understood, find relief from your struggles, and gain practical tools to cope. You deserve to feel supported, empowered, and ready to tackle life’s challenges with confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with depression, facing challenges in your relationships, or dealing with low self-esteem? Perhaps you’re experiencing issues at school or work that are hard to manage. You want to feel understood, find relief from your struggles, and gain practical tools to cope. You deserve to feel supported, empowered, and ready to tackle life’s challenges with confidence.
Jessica Pfisterer
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling weighed down by the stresses of life or grappling with past experiences that continue to affect your present? Are you yearning for a therapeutic space characterized by empathy, understanding, and a focus on your individual needs? Whether you're seeking support as an individual, a couple, or a family, I am committed to working collaboratively with you to foster healing, resilience, and deeper connections. I specialize in supporting those who have experienced trauma, suffer from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and my fellow members of the LQBTQ+ community.
Are you feeling weighed down by the stresses of life or grappling with past experiences that continue to affect your present? Are you yearning for a therapeutic space characterized by empathy, understanding, and a focus on your individual needs? Whether you're seeking support as an individual, a couple, or a family, I am committed to working collaboratively with you to foster healing, resilience, and deeper connections. I specialize in supporting those who have experienced trauma, suffer from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and my fellow members of the LQBTQ+ community.
Roxana E Tejada-Joya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (Online Only)
I have been a therapist for 16 years and a Faculty for 3 years. I am biracial, Latina, a woman of color, and an immigrant from South America. I have worked with trauma survivors from different backgrounds, ages, races, incomes, languages, LGBTQ, war victims, the homeless, people with schizophrenia, bipolar, refugees, and individuals of several other countries and belief systems.
I have been a therapist for 16 years and a Faculty for 3 years. I am biracial, Latina, a woman of color, and an immigrant from South America. I have worked with trauma survivors from different backgrounds, ages, races, incomes, languages, LGBTQ, war victims, the homeless, people with schizophrenia, bipolar, refugees, and individuals of several other countries and belief systems.
Michelle Fickling Gherlone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LEP, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94526
Are you looking for a professional who can provide both expert psycho-educational assessments and therapeutic guidance for your child? Meet Michelle, a dedicated practitioner who brings a wealth of experience in assessments and holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). With her unique blend of skills, Michelle offers personalized care to address your child's individual academic and emotional needs. Partner with Michelle to unlock your child's full potential.
Are you looking for a professional who can provide both expert psycho-educational assessments and therapeutic guidance for your child? Meet Michelle, a dedicated practitioner who brings a wealth of experience in assessments and holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). With her unique blend of skills, Michelle offers personalized care to address your child's individual academic and emotional needs. Partner with Michelle to unlock your child's full potential.
Kacen Avery Cosmos
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Martinez, CA 94553 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Living in our complex, fast-paced society, can cause people to feel significant stress, overwhelm and experience a sense of stagnation. These pressures often manifest as anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. Many seek relief by working out, eating healthier and talking with friends. We might find these methods helpful at first but may need to learn new tools. As an associate therapist, I work with the queer and trans community to navigate these challenges.
Living in our complex, fast-paced society, can cause people to feel significant stress, overwhelm and experience a sense of stagnation. These pressures often manifest as anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. Many seek relief by working out, eating healthier and talking with friends. We might find these methods helpful at first but may need to learn new tools. As an associate therapist, I work with the queer and trans community to navigate these challenges.
Jeanne L James
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ramon, CA 94583
As an experienced therapist, my goal is to balance supportive connection with skilled intervention, helping clients create lives that are meaningful and worth living. I am curious, collaborative and compassionate , respecting your unique personality, cultural background and family context. We will create an individualized treatment plan that utilizes your strengths and clarifies your therapy goals. Therapy is a significant investment of time and financial resources, and I will work with you to be effective in targeting and addressing the concerns you bring to therapy.
As an experienced therapist, my goal is to balance supportive connection with skilled intervention, helping clients create lives that are meaningful and worth living. I am curious, collaborative and compassionate , respecting your unique personality, cultural background and family context. We will create an individualized treatment plan that utilizes your strengths and clarifies your therapy goals. Therapy is a significant investment of time and financial resources, and I will work with you to be effective in targeting and addressing the concerns you bring to therapy.
Elisa E Hughes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brentwood, CA 94513 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients to my virtual practice. This is Telehealth only and private pay. New clients can have appointments within two weeks. I work from a Strength Based, Strategic therapy model which means I am about addressing the issues and not just here for venting. If you want to change things in your life, career or relationships I will join you in that corner. If you would like to proceed please use the email feature to tell me a bit about yourself and what you are looking for, as well as days and times that work best for you. I look forward to working with you.
I am currently accepting new clients to my virtual practice. This is Telehealth only and private pay. New clients can have appointments within two weeks. I work from a Strength Based, Strategic therapy model which means I am about addressing the issues and not just here for venting. If you want to change things in your life, career or relationships I will join you in that corner. If you would like to proceed please use the email feature to tell me a bit about yourself and what you are looking for, as well as days and times that work best for you. I look forward to working with you.
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Number of Therapists in Contra Costa County, CA
2,000+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Contra Costa County, CA who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 68% | Coping Skills |
| 64% | Grief |
| 64% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 71% | Aetna |
| 64% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 61% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Contra Costa County, CA see their clients
| 72% | In Person and Online | |
| 28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 82% | Female | |
| 17% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |