Imago Therapists in Hayward, CA
With couples I often use Emotionally Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
At some point we all struggle to adjustment to life's changes; it's normal to feel stuck and I believe people have what it takes to adjust. For the past 20 years, I have been working with children and teens who are struggling to balance the demands of school and their social life. I integrate parents in my work as much as possible. I also work with adults and Couples often come to me for help in distress and are confused about how or why their relationship has derailed. I am dedicated to helping people build stronger; more intimate relationships and I use several modalities when attempting to help couples in distress.
With couples I often use Emotionally Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
At some point we all struggle to adjustment to life's changes; it's normal to feel stuck and I believe people have what it takes to adjust. For the past 20 years, I have been working with children and teens who are struggling to balance the demands of school and their social life. I integrate parents in my work as much as possible. I also work with adults and Couples often come to me for help in distress and are confused about how or why their relationship has derailed. I am dedicated to helping people build stronger; more intimate relationships and I use several modalities when attempting to help couples in distress.
Melody Chen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hayward, CA 94545
Anxiety, fear, and shame can make us feel trapped. Maybe you feel overwhelmed from striving to be perfect or pleasing people and wish you could just be. Or you feel weighed down by burdens you've kept inside for so long that you need a safe space to share and be heard. Whatever you are going through, I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope. Having been through my own healing journey, I focus on creating a safe empathic space to help clients feel understood as they are, so healing can happen. My hope is that you would leave each session feeling encouraged and better equipped to embrace whatever emerges next.
Anxiety, fear, and shame can make us feel trapped. Maybe you feel overwhelmed from striving to be perfect or pleasing people and wish you could just be. Or you feel weighed down by burdens you've kept inside for so long that you need a safe space to share and be heard. Whatever you are going through, I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope. Having been through my own healing journey, I focus on creating a safe empathic space to help clients feel understood as they are, so healing can happen. My hope is that you would leave each session feeling encouraged and better equipped to embrace whatever emerges next.
Nicole Acosta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hayward, CA 94540 (Online Only)
I am a Marriage Family Therapist (CA#: MFC 107276) helping people conceptualize their current and ongoing challenges. My specialty is empowering individuals, families, and groups, to prevent and alleviate crisis, change, or stress. I apply a strength-based therapeutic approach that enables individuals to function more effectively to experience a healthier and more satisfying state of well-being in living their life.
I am a Marriage Family Therapist (CA#: MFC 107276) helping people conceptualize their current and ongoing challenges. My specialty is empowering individuals, families, and groups, to prevent and alleviate crisis, change, or stress. I apply a strength-based therapeutic approach that enables individuals to function more effectively to experience a healthier and more satisfying state of well-being in living their life.
I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, children, and groups using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and humanistic modalities.I embrace cultural diversity and am experienced with treating a broad spectrum of clinical issues such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression,addictions,grief and loss, marital, relationship,life issues, and stress management among others.I work with all ages, starting from age 3 on up.
I am a licensed psychotherapist working with individuals, families, couples, adolescents, children, and groups using EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and humanistic modalities.I embrace cultural diversity and am experienced with treating a broad spectrum of clinical issues such as trauma/PTSD, anxiety, depression,addictions,grief and loss, marital, relationship,life issues, and stress management among others.I work with all ages, starting from age 3 on up.
Accepting New Clients. Do you find it hard to cope with life due to relationship or career-related stress, grief, depression, childhood trauma and PTSD, unresolved family dynamics, or parenting challenges? Sometimes "feeling stuck" could be due to a recent or prior trauma or thinking that you are undeserving. Are you a couple or family who is out of sync or finding hard to communicate? Are you a First/Second generation struggling with family/culture-based expectations or trying to negotiate between 2 cultures? My style is warm, engaged & curious, and my role is to increase awareness and help you develop effective coping strategies.
Accepting New Clients. Do you find it hard to cope with life due to relationship or career-related stress, grief, depression, childhood trauma and PTSD, unresolved family dynamics, or parenting challenges? Sometimes "feeling stuck" could be due to a recent or prior trauma or thinking that you are undeserving. Are you a couple or family who is out of sync or finding hard to communicate? Are you a First/Second generation struggling with family/culture-based expectations or trying to negotiate between 2 cultures? My style is warm, engaged & curious, and my role is to increase awareness and help you develop effective coping strategies.
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Mary Kennard
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568 (Online Only)
I bring to my practice studies in: Bowen family systems, Bader/Pearson couples Tx training, Gottman's Theory/therapy and Hendrix Imago Therapy for Couples approaches, as well as Somatic Experiencing, ACT, and Brainspotting.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples on a wide variety of personal issues helping them to move from discord to harmony on goals of their choice.I find that everyone has a story to tell and believe that I am very attuned at helping clarify the impact our stories have in our lives. It is my belief that each person has hidden strengths that may have been weakened by life events.
I have experience working with all ages, and stages of life; with individuals, couples, and families.With this experience I have developed a great empathy and understanding of those in distress.
I bring to my practice studies in: Bowen family systems, Bader/Pearson couples Tx training, Gottman's Theory/therapy and Hendrix Imago Therapy for Couples approaches, as well as Somatic Experiencing, ACT, and Brainspotting.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples on a wide variety of personal issues helping them to move from discord to harmony on goals of their choice.I find that everyone has a story to tell and believe that I am very attuned at helping clarify the impact our stories have in our lives. It is my belief that each person has hidden strengths that may have been weakened by life events.
I have experience working with all ages, and stages of life; with individuals, couples, and families.With this experience I have developed a great empathy and understanding of those in distress.
I am a certified Imago Relationship Therapist and specialize in helping couples learn how to clearly communicate in a way that deepens the love and connection you have for each other - even through the hard times.
You might not believe it now, but YOU have the answers to your problems within you. Together we can discover your own inner resources to tackle ANY problem, create your health story, develop joyful and fulfilling relationships, turn family discord into harmony, and learn to deal with difficult people. I find results-focused therapy based on a client-centered philosophy to be truly effective and can help you achieve your life goals with the least resistance.
I am a certified Imago Relationship Therapist and specialize in helping couples learn how to clearly communicate in a way that deepens the love and connection you have for each other - even through the hard times.
You might not believe it now, but YOU have the answers to your problems within you. Together we can discover your own inner resources to tackle ANY problem, create your health story, develop joyful and fulfilling relationships, turn family discord into harmony, and learn to deal with difficult people. I find results-focused therapy based on a client-centered philosophy to be truly effective and can help you achieve your life goals with the least resistance.
Hui Chen Huang
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538
Jenny is fluent in English and Mandarin. This skill is helpful for clients who struggle with changes in culture when moving to the United States. She is passionate and skilled in helping couples improve their communication skills, and she also enjoys working with individual adult clients on issues related to parenting, work stress, depression, and anxiety. As a bicultural therapist, She is interested in multicultural issues. She would like to help individuals with acculturation and adjustment issues.
Jenny is fluent in English and Mandarin. This skill is helpful for clients who struggle with changes in culture when moving to the United States. She is passionate and skilled in helping couples improve their communication skills, and she also enjoys working with individual adult clients on issues related to parenting, work stress, depression, and anxiety. As a bicultural therapist, She is interested in multicultural issues. She would like to help individuals with acculturation and adjustment issues.
I am passionate about supporting my clients in connecting with the essence of who they are, so that they may manifest more freely and fully in the world. I welcome you as a whole being with the capacity to touch into and consciously connect with the intelligence of the healing and transformative forces available to us all. I am interested in meeting you wherever you are in your present experience and supporting your own rhythm and pacing. Our counseling sessions together will offer you an invitation to: deepen self-awareness & grounding in the body, align with what supports you, tap into what inspires you,
I am passionate about supporting my clients in connecting with the essence of who they are, so that they may manifest more freely and fully in the world. I welcome you as a whole being with the capacity to touch into and consciously connect with the intelligence of the healing and transformative forces available to us all. I am interested in meeting you wherever you are in your present experience and supporting your own rhythm and pacing. Our counseling sessions together will offer you an invitation to: deepen self-awareness & grounding in the body, align with what supports you, tap into what inspires you,
Life has a way of throwing us off balance. We can be moving right along without any issues, then suddenly what used to be working is no longer effective. This can be a short term or long term situation. Adjusting to change is challenging. Trying something different is easier when there is someone coming along with you. I strive to be that non-judgemental and compassionate companion that will provide you the encouragement and feedback to make your efforts for change count!
Life has a way of throwing us off balance. We can be moving right along without any issues, then suddenly what used to be working is no longer effective. This can be a short term or long term situation. Adjusting to change is challenging. Trying something different is easier when there is someone coming along with you. I strive to be that non-judgemental and compassionate companion that will provide you the encouragement and feedback to make your efforts for change count!
Alamo Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, AMFT, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, CA 94568
Alamo Counseling is a group private practice comprised of highly skilled, warm, and engaging counselors and educators. Our services include specialized therapy and wellness solutions for our clients, as well as clinical consultation and continuing education trainings for mental health professionals. Our clinicians implement evidence-based treatment with interventions from humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and systemic therapies. We help get to the root of your concerns and empower you with strategies and insights to achieve your goals.
Alamo Counseling is a group private practice comprised of highly skilled, warm, and engaging counselors and educators. Our services include specialized therapy and wellness solutions for our clients, as well as clinical consultation and continuing education trainings for mental health professionals. Our clinicians implement evidence-based treatment with interventions from humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and systemic therapies. We help get to the root of your concerns and empower you with strategies and insights to achieve your goals.
Bassy Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94536 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in your marriage, family relationships, or personal growth? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. I believe you have the strength not to just survive, but to truly THRIVE.
Are you feeling stuck in your marriage, family relationships, or personal growth? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. I believe you have the strength not to just survive, but to truly THRIVE.
Hi! My name is Alecia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 14897! My areas of focus within practice are primarily trauma and anxiety, while also treating other diagnoses. I believe we can find emotional regulation and security even amidst uncertainty and lack of control. I am a therapist who will walk alongside you on this journey of healing. My main goal is to collaboratively work with you through your current life stressors, providing you with tools for your tool kit to live a life you enjoy. I believe in a holistic approach, shifting my therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each individual client.
Hi! My name is Alecia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 14897! My areas of focus within practice are primarily trauma and anxiety, while also treating other diagnoses. I believe we can find emotional regulation and security even amidst uncertainty and lack of control. I am a therapist who will walk alongside you on this journey of healing. My main goal is to collaboratively work with you through your current life stressors, providing you with tools for your tool kit to live a life you enjoy. I believe in a holistic approach, shifting my therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each individual client.
Sik-Lam Wong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Leandro, CA 94577
Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed? Are you on an endless treadmill of conflicts, or under the grip of anger, depression or trauma from the past? I work with individuals and couples on emotional and relationship issues, helping them resolve issues from the past that are affecting their present. Perhaps I can help you resolve your issues also.
Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed? Are you on an endless treadmill of conflicts, or under the grip of anger, depression or trauma from the past? I work with individuals and couples on emotional and relationship issues, helping them resolve issues from the past that are affecting their present. Perhaps I can help you resolve your issues also.
Stephen Sardella
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94588 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Since 1974, my training and experience as a psychotherapist has allowed me to help hundreds of individuals, couples and families with a variety of problems. Each person's problems are unique, and I believe each solution must be unique. My approach is customized, treating every person with respect, genuine concern and unquestionable confidentiality.
Since 1974, my training and experience as a psychotherapist has allowed me to help hundreds of individuals, couples and families with a variety of problems. Each person's problems are unique, and I believe each solution must be unique. My approach is customized, treating every person with respect, genuine concern and unquestionable confidentiality.
Online Therapists
Brad Gilbert, Trauma and Sex Addiction
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95661
Waitlist for new clients
I use the Imago and Gottman approaches with couples therapy for increased intimacy and decreased conflict.
2 OPEN Spots in my Hybrid Men's Sex Addiction Group. Details are listed in my Groups below.....Are you struggling to stay in the present because of trauma triggers or addictive behaviors? I find out what works best for you using my skills of psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, humor and good 'ol common sense. I will help you uncover your greatest potential. I will teach you effective tools for improved mood and decreased conflict from our first sessions together. So call for your free phone consult NOW!
I use the Imago and Gottman approaches with couples therapy for increased intimacy and decreased conflict.
2 OPEN Spots in my Hybrid Men's Sex Addiction Group. Details are listed in my Groups below.....Are you struggling to stay in the present because of trauma triggers or addictive behaviors? I find out what works best for you using my skills of psychotherapy, EMDR therapy, humor and good 'ol common sense. I will help you uncover your greatest potential. I will teach you effective tools for improved mood and decreased conflict from our first sessions together. So call for your free phone consult NOW!
Lindsey Larrimore
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95822 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Having a trusted therapist in your corner can make a huge difference in your well-being and overall quality of life. I work with teens and adults who are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma related to relationship conflicts, family issues, and life transitions. I also work with families and couples using Gottman and Imago techniques to improve communication and strengthen bonds. I look forward to providing a tailored approach and a nurturing space to help you heal the past, reclaim your present, and envision your brighter, healthier future.
Having a trusted therapist in your corner can make a huge difference in your well-being and overall quality of life. I work with teens and adults who are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma related to relationship conflicts, family issues, and life transitions. I also work with families and couples using Gottman and Imago techniques to improve communication and strengthen bonds. I look forward to providing a tailored approach and a nurturing space to help you heal the past, reclaim your present, and envision your brighter, healthier future.
Meredith Janson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94707 (Online Only)
Do you ever wonder, “Maybe I picked the wrong partner?” Or worry that arguments are a red flag? Perhaps your relationship feels like too much work, and you imagine others have it easy. These are just stories we tell ourselves. Truth is, all struggles—entrenched conflict, areas of incompatibility, life transitions, limping along in your sex life—can bring you closer. The only essential ingredient is an openness to change. That’s where I come in, to coach you in building new ways of relating to each other, starting in the first session. As a certified Imago Relationship Therapist, I specialize in relationship issues.
Do you ever wonder, “Maybe I picked the wrong partner?” Or worry that arguments are a red flag? Perhaps your relationship feels like too much work, and you imagine others have it easy. These are just stories we tell ourselves. Truth is, all struggles—entrenched conflict, areas of incompatibility, life transitions, limping along in your sex life—can bring you closer. The only essential ingredient is an openness to change. That’s where I come in, to coach you in building new ways of relating to each other, starting in the first session. As a certified Imago Relationship Therapist, I specialize in relationship issues.
Jamie Rizzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bethel Island, CA 94511 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in Imago Relationship Therapy, EMDR, EFT, and Hypnotherapy.
You are ready for healing and change and have taken the courageous first step by seeking therapy! Past trauma and life transitions have led you to this point, and you realize it is time to heal, release and move forward into the life you want to live. Let's explore new coping skills to reduce stress and anxiety. I believe that each person carries the resources within themselves to create the life they envision and I am here to assist you in accessing your inner resources to navigate life experiences and deepen your connection to Self.
I have advanced training in Imago Relationship Therapy, EMDR, EFT, and Hypnotherapy.
You are ready for healing and change and have taken the courageous first step by seeking therapy! Past trauma and life transitions have led you to this point, and you realize it is time to heal, release and move forward into the life you want to live. Let's explore new coping skills to reduce stress and anxiety. I believe that each person carries the resources within themselves to create the life they envision and I am here to assist you in accessing your inner resources to navigate life experiences and deepen your connection to Self.
With couples I often use Emotionally Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
At some point we all struggle to adjustment to life's changes; it's normal to feel stuck and I believe people have what it takes to adjust. For the past 20 years, I have been working with children and teens who are struggling to balance the demands of school and their social life. I integrate parents in my work as much as possible. I also work with adults and Couples often come to me for help in distress and are confused about how or why their relationship has derailed. I am dedicated to helping people build stronger; more intimate relationships and I use several modalities when attempting to help couples in distress.
With couples I often use Emotionally Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
At some point we all struggle to adjustment to life's changes; it's normal to feel stuck and I believe people have what it takes to adjust. For the past 20 years, I have been working with children and teens who are struggling to balance the demands of school and their social life. I integrate parents in my work as much as possible. I also work with adults and Couples often come to me for help in distress and are confused about how or why their relationship has derailed. I am dedicated to helping people build stronger; more intimate relationships and I use several modalities when attempting to help couples in distress.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.