Therapists in Contra Costa County, CA
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
At Blackhawk Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.
Christine Wells Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
I consider it an honor to walk with you as you navigate the challenges and obstacles that life has thrown your way. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, struggle with anxiety, feel stressed, are having relationship problems, or are experiencing depression. Working with adults, I am able to support you with life challenges in your relationship or work, coping with loss, aging, parenting, and any number of events that might be causing you to feel anxious, worried, or at a crossroads in life.
I consider it an honor to walk with you as you navigate the challenges and obstacles that life has thrown your way. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma, struggle with anxiety, feel stressed, are having relationship problems, or are experiencing depression. Working with adults, I am able to support you with life challenges in your relationship or work, coping with loss, aging, parenting, and any number of events that might be causing you to feel anxious, worried, or at a crossroads in life.
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.
Jen Devlin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
San Ramon, CA 94583
Life can be hard, and it's okay if you are finding it challenging. With the right tools and support, I truly believe in the potential for positive change in every individual. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sexual or gender identity related issues, grief, life transitions, and family or peer relationship issues, I am here to help. I am passionate about supporting individuals with anxiety, grief, or medical illnesses (including food allergies), as well as their caretakers and family members.
Life can be hard, and it's okay if you are finding it challenging. With the right tools and support, I truly believe in the potential for positive change in every individual. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, sexual or gender identity related issues, grief, life transitions, and family or peer relationship issues, I am here to help. I am passionate about supporting individuals with anxiety, grief, or medical illnesses (including food allergies), as well as their caretakers and family members.
Blackhawk Family Testing & Assessment Center
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Danville, CA 94506
Welcome to the Gold Standard of testing! Our testing and assessment program provides the most comprehensive psychological assessments to allow individuals to reach their absolute full potential. Whether working with a kiddo, teen, or adult, each assessment is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual. After a no-cost consultation, our psychologists provide their recommendations for a psychological battery that will address all aspects of cognitive and behavioral functioning. We also provide testing and diagnosis for autism spectrum disorders.
Welcome to the Gold Standard of testing! Our testing and assessment program provides the most comprehensive psychological assessments to allow individuals to reach their absolute full potential. Whether working with a kiddo, teen, or adult, each assessment is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual. After a no-cost consultation, our psychologists provide their recommendations for a psychological battery that will address all aspects of cognitive and behavioral functioning. We also provide testing and diagnosis for autism spectrum disorders.
For quickest response, please submit new client inquiries through my website, drmartintherapy.com. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 18-35). My orientation is predominately psychodynamic. However, I tailor my approach to the individual needs of the client. In my work with children, I take a child-centered approach, using modalities such as play or talk therapy to help the child express his or her feelings and experiences that are often difficult to put into words.
For quickest response, please submit new client inquiries through my website, drmartintherapy.com. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 18-35). My orientation is predominately psychodynamic. However, I tailor my approach to the individual needs of the client. In my work with children, I take a child-centered approach, using modalities such as play or talk therapy to help the child express his or her feelings and experiences that are often difficult to put into words.
My passion is to work with individuals to transform life’s difficulties into opportunities of personal growth and insight. My approach is collaborative in nature while providing a safe space to foster good therapeutic work. My scope of expertise are issues pertaining to trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. I am a trained 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 Focussed Therapy.
My passion is to work with individuals to transform life’s difficulties into opportunities of personal growth and insight. My approach is collaborative in nature while providing a safe space to foster good therapeutic work. My scope of expertise are issues pertaining to trauma, depression, anxiety and substance use disorders. I am a trained 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 Focussed Therapy.
Jacqueline Susan Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
My ideal client takes many different forms and they are all individualized. My client is suffering and I see it as my role to reduce human suffering so that it is no longer unbearable. I provide both short term (goal oriented), and long term (perhaps, more Existential and Gestalt based) therapy. I'm not going to change your personality, why would I? That makes you the unique individual that you are. My goal is to adjust and provide strategies for eliminating harmful behaviors that cause suffering and an inability to live in peace with oneself and with others.
My ideal client takes many different forms and they are all individualized. My client is suffering and I see it as my role to reduce human suffering so that it is no longer unbearable. I provide both short term (goal oriented), and long term (perhaps, more Existential and Gestalt based) therapy. I'm not going to change your personality, why would I? That makes you the unique individual that you are. My goal is to adjust and provide strategies for eliminating harmful behaviors that cause suffering and an inability to live in peace with oneself and with others.
Do you feel unsettled in relationships? Or limited by other peoples’ ideas of who you should be or how you should act? Is it hard to turn off that critical voice inside? Do you feel exhausted putting other people’s needs before your own? Do you seek a greater sense of authenticity in yourself and others? Sometimes we don't have the words to describe our experiences and that's ok. Together, we can work to transform old patterns. Whether its clarifying what you need, improving communication, or getting past the unresolved, my goal is to support you and help you learn more about yourself and your most important relationships.
Do you feel unsettled in relationships? Or limited by other peoples’ ideas of who you should be or how you should act? Is it hard to turn off that critical voice inside? Do you feel exhausted putting other people’s needs before your own? Do you seek a greater sense of authenticity in yourself and others? Sometimes we don't have the words to describe our experiences and that's ok. Together, we can work to transform old patterns. Whether its clarifying what you need, improving communication, or getting past the unresolved, my goal is to support you and help you learn more about yourself and your most important relationships.
Natasa Nordman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, traumas that are single incident events such as car accidents, surgeries or that have occurred throughout ones childhood where they are experiencing physical or emotional symptoms now as a result. I love working with individuals who are looking on ways to feel supported to increase their own self worth in all areas of their life. My style is relational and collaborative and I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I can help support in creating change around what works best for you - I pride myself on meeting patients where they are comfortable.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, traumas that are single incident events such as car accidents, surgeries or that have occurred throughout ones childhood where they are experiencing physical or emotional symptoms now as a result. I love working with individuals who are looking on ways to feel supported to increase their own self worth in all areas of their life. My style is relational and collaborative and I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I can help support in creating change around what works best for you - I pride myself on meeting patients where they are comfortable.
Adults/teens, couples/relationships, and groups. Bring your anxiety or depression, issues with identity, sexuality, life purpose and meaning, your trauma, your grief. Build self awareness, self acceptance, self compassion. Strengthen your relationships and work through communication barriers. Work through trauma, get support through addiction, be present and live more fully. LGBTQ+, BIMPOC, non-monogamy, sex work competent and responsive. I come with 18+ years of experience as a case manager, special educator, and wilderness first responder.
Adults/teens, couples/relationships, and groups. Bring your anxiety or depression, issues with identity, sexuality, life purpose and meaning, your trauma, your grief. Build self awareness, self acceptance, self compassion. Strengthen your relationships and work through communication barriers. Work through trauma, get support through addiction, be present and live more fully. LGBTQ+, BIMPOC, non-monogamy, sex work competent and responsive. I come with 18+ years of experience as a case manager, special educator, and wilderness first responder.
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My philosophy builds on unique strengths and sensitivities of each individual. Taking a supportive coaching role and utilizing a psychotherapeutic framework, I help clients develop and successfully execute their goals while developing a better understanding of social nuance in relationships and in the complex group dynamics of their home and work environments. My psychotherapy practice supports neurodivergent adults integrating their gifts amidst the challenges of great sensitivity and intelligence and is uniquely suited for midlife adults approaching transitions, relationship or career changes, birth, death and divorce.
My philosophy builds on unique strengths and sensitivities of each individual. Taking a supportive coaching role and utilizing a psychotherapeutic framework, I help clients develop and successfully execute their goals while developing a better understanding of social nuance in relationships and in the complex group dynamics of their home and work environments. My psychotherapy practice supports neurodivergent adults integrating their gifts amidst the challenges of great sensitivity and intelligence and is uniquely suited for midlife adults approaching transitions, relationship or career changes, birth, death and divorce.
Archana Neelmegh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MHRS, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orinda, CA 94563
Hi I'm Archana aka Archie. Many of my clients are women facing issues that are in some ways appear manageable to the outsider but in actuality they are struggling internally from day to day. Whether it is anxiety, eating disorders, difficult relationships, or the demands of life like college, work, new or seasoned mom, I apply my extensive experience as an eclectic therapist drawing from multiple east and western modalities to provide support to fit my clients needs. My approach is warm, creative, collaborative, but also I take pride in gently challenging you for deep reflection. After all, you are here for change right?
Hi I'm Archana aka Archie. Many of my clients are women facing issues that are in some ways appear manageable to the outsider but in actuality they are struggling internally from day to day. Whether it is anxiety, eating disorders, difficult relationships, or the demands of life like college, work, new or seasoned mom, I apply my extensive experience as an eclectic therapist drawing from multiple east and western modalities to provide support to fit my clients needs. My approach is warm, creative, collaborative, but also I take pride in gently challenging you for deep reflection. After all, you are here for change right?
Hayley K Schmidt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lafayette, CA 94549 (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients as of August 2024. Hi! I’m Hayley, a therapist serving California clients. I'm here to help you create a purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. My approach is gentle and body-centered. I guide individuals through difficult transitions toward living without limiting beliefs, doubts, and insecurities. We often mistake our limiting beliefs as truths about ourselves. Once we learn to meet ourselves with love and kindness, we start to heal. I'm here to guide you through your obstacles to clarity and inner freedom.
I am accepting new clients as of August 2024. Hi! I’m Hayley, a therapist serving California clients. I'm here to help you create a purposeful, balanced, and fulfilling life. My approach is gentle and body-centered. I guide individuals through difficult transitions toward living without limiting beliefs, doubts, and insecurities. We often mistake our limiting beliefs as truths about ourselves. Once we learn to meet ourselves with love and kindness, we start to heal. I'm here to guide you through your obstacles to clarity and inner freedom.
Kristina Holloway
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
We all experience challenges in life. At times, these can seem beyond our ability to handle. I would like to offer you my support. I welcome individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and orientations into the therapeutic journey.
We all experience challenges in life. At times, these can seem beyond our ability to handle. I would like to offer you my support. I welcome individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and orientations into the therapeutic journey.
Hi, my name is Dr. Martin. In my seven years as a licensed psychologist, I have learned that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapeutic intervention; each patient brings their own unique experiences and skills. That's why I approach sessions with an eclectic and practical style, allowing us to collaboratively formulate goals and develop techniques for success.
Hi, my name is Dr. Martin. In my seven years as a licensed psychologist, I have learned that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapeutic intervention; each patient brings their own unique experiences and skills. That's why I approach sessions with an eclectic and practical style, allowing us to collaboratively formulate goals and develop techniques for success.
Courtney Quattrini
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
At the center of the human experience lie the stories we tell about ourselves and those we tell about others. Stories have the power to move us in remarkable ways. They teach us about life and love and show us how joy and pain coexist. They remind us of the resiliency we possess to overcome suffering. They can help us keep our faith, or they can evoke fear. Stories may leave our minds but overstay their welcome in our bodies. Sometimes, detaching from the stories that no longer serve us feels impossible, as they often keep us somehow safe.
At the center of the human experience lie the stories we tell about ourselves and those we tell about others. Stories have the power to move us in remarkable ways. They teach us about life and love and show us how joy and pain coexist. They remind us of the resiliency we possess to overcome suffering. They can help us keep our faith, or they can evoke fear. Stories may leave our minds but overstay their welcome in our bodies. Sometimes, detaching from the stories that no longer serve us feels impossible, as they often keep us somehow safe.
Maybe you're feeling frustrated that your successes have not reduced your experiences of self-doubt, discontent, imbalance or disconnectedness. You may feel burdened by old fears and traumas and unsure of how to break old patterns. Perhaps the uncertainty in the world is making it hard to hold hope for the future. Through our therapeutic journey together we deepen our understanding of these challenges, how they developed and how we can work towards creating a greater sense of freedom, balance, connection and joy while reducing feelings of anxiety and self-judgment.
Maybe you're feeling frustrated that your successes have not reduced your experiences of self-doubt, discontent, imbalance or disconnectedness. You may feel burdened by old fears and traumas and unsure of how to break old patterns. Perhaps the uncertainty in the world is making it hard to hold hope for the future. Through our therapeutic journey together we deepen our understanding of these challenges, how they developed and how we can work towards creating a greater sense of freedom, balance, connection and joy while reducing feelings of anxiety and self-judgment.
Life can feel uncertain and mixed emotions can make it difficult to know what to do. As your therapist, I want you to leave feeling heard, understood, accepted, and empowered. Sessions are centered around you and your experiences. Using a narrative approach, we work together to create a life narrative that highlights your strengths, history, and how you have worked to thrive. My role is to support you and walk alongside you through this time in life.
Life can feel uncertain and mixed emotions can make it difficult to know what to do. As your therapist, I want you to leave feeling heard, understood, accepted, and empowered. Sessions are centered around you and your experiences. Using a narrative approach, we work together to create a life narrative that highlights your strengths, history, and how you have worked to thrive. My role is to support you and walk alongside you through this time in life.
Ollie Maggi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Ollie! I'm an LMFT that provides psychotherapy to adolescents, adults and couples. I specialize in ADHD, Autism, and other neurodivergent diagnoses. I have a second Master's in School Psychology, and have worked testing and diagnosing in the school system for years. My training in both of these areas allows me to help individuals better navigate a world that can feel incredibly frustrating at times (okay, probably a lot of the time). Whether you suspect you may have ADHD or other neurodivergent symptoms, or have been diagnosed for years, I am here to help daily life become more manageable.
Hi there, I'm Ollie! I'm an LMFT that provides psychotherapy to adolescents, adults and couples. I specialize in ADHD, Autism, and other neurodivergent diagnoses. I have a second Master's in School Psychology, and have worked testing and diagnosing in the school system for years. My training in both of these areas allows me to help individuals better navigate a world that can feel incredibly frustrating at times (okay, probably a lot of the time). Whether you suspect you may have ADHD or other neurodivergent symptoms, or have been diagnosed for years, I am here to help daily life become more manageable.
