Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Granite Bay, CA

I offer warm, insightful, and collaborative psychotherapy to help my clients change behaviors and patterns, become unstuck, and improve the quality of their life & relationships. My work focuses on major issues including trauma, couples & families in crisis, separation/divorce, attachment, abandonment, grief & loss, life transitions, intimacy issues, anxiety & depression, spirituality, and premarital counseling. My goal is to help adolescents, individuals, couples & families find healthier ways of communicating, heal from their past and to regain the ability to live fully with themselves as well as others.

Over 15 years I have developed a warm direct approach to therapy, while helping people heal persistent emotional and behavioral problems. I strive to build a friendly atmosphere encouraging a sense of security and hope, evaluating each person’s unique experience in a confidential and non-judgmental way. My goal is to foster a sincere relationship based on trust and compassion, which helps a client/s to overcome the anxiety of sharing their deepest thoughts, feelings and experiences. This redeeming process enables a person to understand and overcome emotional adversity resulting in a sense of relief, accomplishment, and growth.

Are you feeling depressed? Unsure of how to manage your anxiety, or maybe even your child's depression or anxiety? Hello, my name is Patience Taba, and providing therapy and being dedicated to assisting individuals on their journey to mental health wellness has been my life's passion. I offer therapy in a kind, respectful environment that allows the client to discover their feelings, their passions and the direction of their life. Through therapy, I hope to assist each client on their journey toward creating the life of their heart's desire.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process. Each person comes in with their own unique life story, strengths, barriers, and goals. It is my role to create a nonjudgmental and safe environment to explore what will be helpful for each person. My practice focuses on helping people develop a more mindful, intentional, and compassionate way of living, and increase a healthier connection with oneself and others. Areas of focus include anxiety, stress, women's health, highly sensitive, eating disorders, aging, life transitions, relationship struggles, parenting, depression, pregnancy & postpartum, and grief & loss.

I am Dr. Michelle Linquist and I am excited about the possibility of working with you! I obtained my Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology at Pepperdine University, and I have been licensed since 2017. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at Jerry L. Pettis VA in Loma Linda, CA where I worked with veterans with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse problems. I accrued my post-doctoral training through California Parenting Institute in Santa Rosa and St. John's Program for Real Change in Sacramento. This training afforded me the opportunity to work with families and homeless women with a variety of mental health problems.

Welcome! Individual Adult and Couple’s Therapy. EMDR therapy for Adults seeking help with: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Complex Trauma, and Dissociative Disorders. In addition, I work to help you with Stress Management, Self-esteem, Family-of-origin issues, and Grief/Mourning. Comprehensive assessment at intake. I utilize my skills as an educator and Clinical psychology trained in Attachment, Development, Learning & Behavior, and Family-of-origin issues to assess your unique skills. I utilize the Evidence-based treatments of EMDR, Psychodynamic therapy, and CBT plus Sandplay, Ego State Therapy and Mindfulness techniques.

I have a heart for clients of all ages and I believe it is never too early or too late to take any step in a positive direction. I have a passion for people with a history of trauma, abuse and/or addiction and I enjoy adolescents and adults alike. I believe that the one hour you devote to yourself during the therapy process will have a positive effect on the remaining 167 hours you will live during the week.

The process of finding a therapist can be overwhelming. I am here to provide an open, warm, and genuine environment where you can feel safe and find peace. My passion is helping others. Based on my education and life experiences I believe working through our struggles provides an opportunity for a more satisfying and fulfilling life. My experience includes work in several areas including depression, anxiety, foster/adoption support, bipolar disorder, and life transitions.

Hello and welcome to my page. I bring 20 years of experience supporting children (ages 3-18) and families throughout varying stages of development and changes in life circumstances. While there is a multitude of reasons why families seek support, I may be most helpful to those facing challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, adjustment-related stress, chronic illness, and relationship challenges. My education includes earning a BA and BS from UC Berkeley and MA and PsyD from Pepperdine University. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).

Events in our life and our relationships can leave us feeling sad, depressed, angry, hopeless, overwhelmed, anxious, or lonely. When we finally realize enough is enough, it’s time to make a change. But how do we do that? It’s easy to feel lost and stuck on how to bring about change. I help adults, children, teens, couples, and families get unstuck and find a way forward in their life and relationships. If you’re ready to make a change, let’s talk.

My focus is on improving communication in all facets of life. I believe the first shift must be in how one communicates with themselves. Using Humanistic and CBT theories, we will work together to challenge and change self defeating thoughts and behaviors that keep you locked in unhealthy relationships. We will explore where those old patterns come from, and let them go. My approach is non-judgmental, with unconditional positive regard for you as worth-while person, no matter what path you have traveled to this point.

Are you wanting to make changes in your life but don't know how or don't have the necessary support? Maybe you're struggling with addiction or have loved ones who are struggling, or maybe you’re just trying to work through some current issues that have you feeling “stuck”.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or struggling to deal with life changes or trauma? If so, counseling is a fantastic option to help heal and move through these difficult experiences. I believe a positive relationship is the most important aspect for change and strive to connect with everyone I work with. I meet individuals where they are in their lives, accepting them for who they are and supporting them through the changes the would like to make. I also utilize a technique called Brainspotting to help decrease emotional reactivity and trauma symptoms.

Hello and Welcome! My practice revolves around the healthy development and emotional well being of individuals and our meaningful relationships. Since our primary relationships are with our caregivers; I specialize in joining with adults who seek guidance with parenting. With my support and specific strategies to promote children's behavioral health and early development, families can self correct and stay on course while living more effectively, joyfully and meaningfully. I understand how easily we can get off track and our work in therapy will begin wherever you are right now, no matter what your childs' age.

It can be difficult and uncomfortable to talk to someone we barely know about our thoughts and feelings, especially if they are upsetting to us. At some point in our lives, we will need someone to walk with us for awhile. Therapy is about me walking with you. I consider this a privilege and love helping people see how valuable they are, no matter what they have gone through.

“The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.” - Ernest Hemingway. Do you sometimes feel broken due to past trauma? My passion is to instill hope by providing a safe space for people to grow and heal. I believe everyone has the capacity to heal inside of them, and it is my honor to walk alongside them in their journey to become stronger, healthier, happier, and more resilient.

Are you longing to heal from trauma and cultivate healthy relationships? I'm passionate about guiding individuals like you towards fulfilling their goals. Together, we'll develop strong bonds, navigate difficult emotions, and practice useful skills for relief and healing. In today's interconnected world, trusted relationships are vital for exploration and growth. Let's embark on this journey together and empower you to flourish.

My approach is warm and down-to-earth. I utilize an evidenced-based integrative approach including Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-focused, and mindfulness techniques as some of the means to help my clients reach their mental health goals. I believe everyone has a unique background and path that they are on in life and deserve treatment methods that reflect their individuality. I value client autonomy and collaboration. I hold a safe space to allow you to show up as your authentic self while creating an environment in which you are seen, heard, and valued.

I am a warm and engaged therapist and support clients through compassionate listening, practical guidance, and an action-oriented approach to assist them in making the changes they want in their lives. I offer 25+ years of experience working with adults struggling with issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behavior, grief, interpersonal issues, adoption, divorce recovery, and parenting. My approach is mind-body oriented and utilizes an Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework, incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, somatic, and mindfulness-based practices.