In Person Therapists in Novato, CA
![Photo of Gary Buck, PhD, Psychol, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bf8d640-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed psychologist. I see both children and adults in my private practice. My work with children and adults utilizes our human ability to express ourselves through imagery in art, play, imagination, and dreams in ways that catalyzes healing and inner transformation. With children my work includes collateral sessions with their parents. With adults I also draw on my many years of spiritual practice, using such techniques as mindfulness and Yoga Nidra with my clients.
I am a licensed psychologist. I see both children and adults in my private practice. My work with children and adults utilizes our human ability to express ourselves through imagery in art, play, imagination, and dreams in ways that catalyzes healing and inner transformation. With children my work includes collateral sessions with their parents. With adults I also draw on my many years of spiritual practice, using such techniques as mindfulness and Yoga Nidra with my clients.
![Photo of Annie Danberg, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1288aaac-8261-444a-863e-f6a322e39325/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life’s difficulties – when held properly – are like the grains of sand that form the pearl in the oyster. I am here to help you discover that pearl. Are you feeling tossed and confused by life’s sea changes? I’m here to guide you into discovering what generates the whirlwind in your mind, the ache in your body, the weight and grip in your belly. We’ll use art-making, mindfulness, dreamwork, and inner listening to dip beneath the surface.
Life’s difficulties – when held properly – are like the grains of sand that form the pearl in the oyster. I am here to help you discover that pearl. Are you feeling tossed and confused by life’s sea changes? I’m here to guide you into discovering what generates the whirlwind in your mind, the ache in your body, the weight and grip in your belly. We’ll use art-making, mindfulness, dreamwork, and inner listening to dip beneath the surface.
![Photo of Valerie Hinard, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c3c0330-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/5/320x400.jpeg)
Cultivating meaningful-healthy relationships may be especially difficult when our sense of self is overshadowed by traumatic and emotionally painful experiences. My approach to the therapy process focuses on helping foster your innate strengths and resiliency while exploring your vulnerabilities and concerns. Together we help you build a greater understanding of yourself through healing limiting patterns, fears, and beliefs. In this way, you become rooted in a life grounded in meaning, aliveness, and depth. I believe that building a stronger relationship with yourself can help cultivate healthier relationships with others, making them easier to initiate, maintain, and enjoy.
Cultivating meaningful-healthy relationships may be especially difficult when our sense of self is overshadowed by traumatic and emotionally painful experiences. My approach to the therapy process focuses on helping foster your innate strengths and resiliency while exploring your vulnerabilities and concerns. Together we help you build a greater understanding of yourself through healing limiting patterns, fears, and beliefs. In this way, you become rooted in a life grounded in meaning, aliveness, and depth. I believe that building a stronger relationship with yourself can help cultivate healthier relationships with others, making them easier to initiate, maintain, and enjoy.
![Photo of Brad Freed, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c6a2d3f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My approach is collaborative in nature with the overarching goal of supporting and empowering clients in their efforts to live more productive and satisfying lives. Services address a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues and promote the development of more rewarding, sustaining, and harmonious relationships, familial and otherwise. I have extensive experience working with families confronting divorce, trauma, mental illness, teen substance use, school-related challenges, and communication and relationship difficulties. I have developed considerable expertise in the delivery of therapeutic support services to pre-adolescents, adolescents, and young adults struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties across multiple settings.
My approach is collaborative in nature with the overarching goal of supporting and empowering clients in their efforts to live more productive and satisfying lives. Services address a wide range of personal and interpersonal issues and promote the development of more rewarding, sustaining, and harmonious relationships, familial and otherwise. I have extensive experience working with families confronting divorce, trauma, mental illness, teen substance use, school-related challenges, and communication and relationship difficulties. I have developed considerable expertise in the delivery of therapeutic support services to pre-adolescents, adolescents, and young adults struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties across multiple settings.
![Photo of Aaron Fisher, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b7f413e9-310c-4731-9509-eed97baec8a7/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley, where I lead an internationally recognized team investigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. I ascribe to a clinical science model, in which my research informs my practice and my practice informs my research. Additionally, I train and supervise Berkeley PhD students as they learn to provide therapy. As a therapist, I have two decades of expertise treating patients with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and emotion regulation problems. I also have extensive experience working with daily stress, social and interpersonal relationships, and couples.
I am a Professor of Psychology at UC Berkeley, where I lead an internationally recognized team investigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. I ascribe to a clinical science model, in which my research informs my practice and my practice informs my research. Additionally, I train and supervise Berkeley PhD students as they learn to provide therapy. As a therapist, I have two decades of expertise treating patients with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and emotion regulation problems. I also have extensive experience working with daily stress, social and interpersonal relationships, and couples.
![Photo of Dr. Anthony Dragonette, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6a097f20-5f77-4364-8feb-7c1e30d9f236/2/320x400.jpeg)
As humans, we are interested in living meaningful and connected lives. And sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed, defeated, and confused about how to move forward. Our strategies may no longer be working for us or we face challenges we aren't sure how to navigate. Therapy can help us understand the ways we experience thoughts and emotions, develop effective ways of interacting with the world around us, and approach life more consistently with what we value. Having someone join us on our journey of growth and development can be a powerful experience particularly when they are trained to understand how people grow and change.
As humans, we are interested in living meaningful and connected lives. And sometimes we find ourselves overwhelmed, defeated, and confused about how to move forward. Our strategies may no longer be working for us or we face challenges we aren't sure how to navigate. Therapy can help us understand the ways we experience thoughts and emotions, develop effective ways of interacting with the world around us, and approach life more consistently with what we value. Having someone join us on our journey of growth and development can be a powerful experience particularly when they are trained to understand how people grow and change.
![Photo of Nancy Freitas Lambert, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f2f446f6-3dd4-4a23-a695-e39ee83d7968/1/320x400.jpeg)
Nancy Freitas Lambert
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94945
Waitlist for new clients
I work with Individuals and Couples who are hoping to obtain a deeper understanding about themselves and their past experiences. I believe therapy can be an opportunity for people to change unhealthy patterns of relating to themselves and others. These patterns often continue to cause pain and suffering. I hope to create an environment for people to explore what aspects of their past may be getting in the way of their present and future. I work in a collaborative fashion, hoping to help people find the freedom to live their own lives.
I work with Individuals and Couples who are hoping to obtain a deeper understanding about themselves and their past experiences. I believe therapy can be an opportunity for people to change unhealthy patterns of relating to themselves and others. These patterns often continue to cause pain and suffering. I hope to create an environment for people to explore what aspects of their past may be getting in the way of their present and future. I work in a collaborative fashion, hoping to help people find the freedom to live their own lives.
![Photo of Kitu Jhawar-Terris, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9ccc98c1-67bf-4c70-ba9d-d5e8f39465cc/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kitu Jhawar-Terris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94945
Therapy provides the opportunity to address personal concerns while identifying strengths to improve functioning, recovery, and growth. By taking a non-judgemental collaborative stance in therapy, I am able to help support positive and long lasting change. I offer a variety of methods to clients of all ages who are interested in exploring and resolving internal conflicts and overcoming challenges that prevent them from realizing their full potential. I can help you build self-esteem and social skills, improve communication skills, and provide the tools to help cope with emotions.
Therapy provides the opportunity to address personal concerns while identifying strengths to improve functioning, recovery, and growth. By taking a non-judgemental collaborative stance in therapy, I am able to help support positive and long lasting change. I offer a variety of methods to clients of all ages who are interested in exploring and resolving internal conflicts and overcoming challenges that prevent them from realizing their full potential. I can help you build self-esteem and social skills, improve communication skills, and provide the tools to help cope with emotions.
![Photo of Patrick MacLeamy - Dr. MacLeamy & Associates Psychological Assessment, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41ce4155-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. MacLeamy & Associates Psychological Assessment
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Novato, CA 94949
We have a passion for providing comprehensive assessment for children, teens and adults when there are questions about a possible Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD incl. Asperger's), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), thinking, problem solving or learning challenges, or behavioral difficulties. We are pleased to provide consultative services for individuals or families who are looking for support, direction and advice in these areas. If you find that you have questions about you or your child's development or performance in social, work or educational pursuits, please contact us for a complimentary consultation.
We have a passion for providing comprehensive assessment for children, teens and adults when there are questions about a possible Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD incl. Asperger's), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), thinking, problem solving or learning challenges, or behavioral difficulties. We are pleased to provide consultative services for individuals or families who are looking for support, direction and advice in these areas. If you find that you have questions about you or your child's development or performance in social, work or educational pursuits, please contact us for a complimentary consultation.
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Everyone experiences challenges and problems in life. Therapy is a great place for growth, healing, and overcoming obstacles in a safe, confidential, and warm environment.
I can help you understand and solve (or resolve) repetitive problems; find new ways of handling and understanding situations and relationships; and guide you in developing skills by utilizing your strengths.
I use a collaborative, interactive and strength based approach. Beginning therapy can be difficult for some and I try my best to make my clients feel comfortable with my liberal use of warmth and humor. We will set goals and follow up on them.
Everyone experiences challenges and problems in life. Therapy is a great place for growth, healing, and overcoming obstacles in a safe, confidential, and warm environment.
I can help you understand and solve (or resolve) repetitive problems; find new ways of handling and understanding situations and relationships; and guide you in developing skills by utilizing your strengths.
I use a collaborative, interactive and strength based approach. Beginning therapy can be difficult for some and I try my best to make my clients feel comfortable with my liberal use of warmth and humor. We will set goals and follow up on them.
![Photo of Lisa Hauck-Loy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/423c9955-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I see adult individuals who would like to: feel empowered, self-compassionate and self-expressive, to know their heart's desires, and to overcome self-defeating thoughts, behaviors and anxiety. I see straight and queer couples who want to: learn new ways of relating to co-create secure and fulfilling attachment, to learn how to make effective repairs with each other, and to learn how to manage oneself and one's partner in the best way.
I see adult individuals who would like to: feel empowered, self-compassionate and self-expressive, to know their heart's desires, and to overcome self-defeating thoughts, behaviors and anxiety. I see straight and queer couples who want to: learn new ways of relating to co-create secure and fulfilling attachment, to learn how to make effective repairs with each other, and to learn how to manage oneself and one's partner in the best way.
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We all experience difficulties or challenges during different periods of our lives. Therapy can be a very useful resource to help you successfully navigate these times.
My goal as a therapist is to work collaboratively with you to identify and solve problems that are negatively impacting your life, relationships, or that are getting in the way of achieving your goals.
We all experience difficulties or challenges during different periods of our lives. Therapy can be a very useful resource to help you successfully navigate these times.
My goal as a therapist is to work collaboratively with you to identify and solve problems that are negatively impacting your life, relationships, or that are getting in the way of achieving your goals.
![Photo of Faye Dorman, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3be77522-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
We all have difficulties in living.
Problems of self esteem often underlie these difficulties. Resulting depression and anxiety, compulsive behaviors such as overeating, overspending, alcohol abuse and unhappy, frustrating relationship choices, can be changed.
My style of working has developed over many years of practice and is
interactive. Clients would most likely describe me as warm, and responsive. While serious in my work I have a good sense of humor; which I believe is essential for a productive, happy life.
We all have difficulties in living.
Problems of self esteem often underlie these difficulties. Resulting depression and anxiety, compulsive behaviors such as overeating, overspending, alcohol abuse and unhappy, frustrating relationship choices, can be changed.
My style of working has developed over many years of practice and is
interactive. Clients would most likely describe me as warm, and responsive. While serious in my work I have a good sense of humor; which I believe is essential for a productive, happy life.
![Photo of Donald Wallach, LMFT, LPCC, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47da4115-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Donald Wallach
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Novato, CA 94945
Are you feeling emotionally distant from your partner? Or are things mostly okay, but there is that one topic that you two can never really talk about in a healthy way? Find out how to stop bickering and have the happier relationship you desire. Are you feeling unloved, distant, and lonely in your marriage? Feeling tension when he/she enters the room or when that certain topic comes up in conversation. If yes, it may mean you've missed earlier warning signs that something is off track in your marriage. There is help for marriages that are losing passion, connection and love. Contact me if you want to talk about your marriage.
Are you feeling emotionally distant from your partner? Or are things mostly okay, but there is that one topic that you two can never really talk about in a healthy way? Find out how to stop bickering and have the happier relationship you desire. Are you feeling unloved, distant, and lonely in your marriage? Feeling tension when he/she enters the room or when that certain topic comes up in conversation. If yes, it may mean you've missed earlier warning signs that something is off track in your marriage. There is help for marriages that are losing passion, connection and love. Contact me if you want to talk about your marriage.
![Photo of Michael Skrodzki, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b90872e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I believe human beings change and develop throughout their life span. In some 30 years of practicing psychotherapy I have come to view most emotional symptoms and all relationship crises as opportunities for re-engaging and supporting aspects of self development.
I was educated in Germany and the US: my professional experience ranges from work in very traditional clinical settings to being a therapist and group facilitator for staff at the Esalen Institute.
I believe human beings change and develop throughout their life span. In some 30 years of practicing psychotherapy I have come to view most emotional symptoms and all relationship crises as opportunities for re-engaging and supporting aspects of self development.
I was educated in Germany and the US: my professional experience ranges from work in very traditional clinical settings to being a therapist and group facilitator for staff at the Esalen Institute.
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Inna Zelikman, PMH-NP, Ecotherapist and psychedelic integration therapist. I am Certified in Somatic Trauma Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I also hold a Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research through MAPS. I offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Are you someone who has been struggling with unresolved trauma or unprocessed grief? Do you feel stuck in old patterns despite years of therapy? Through somatic therapy and KAP I help clients get in touch with their feelings and to release any trapped emotions. These technics help with regulation of nervous system that is needed to process trauma.
Inna Zelikman, PMH-NP, Ecotherapist and psychedelic integration therapist. I am Certified in Somatic Trauma Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I also hold a Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research through MAPS. I offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Are you someone who has been struggling with unresolved trauma or unprocessed grief? Do you feel stuck in old patterns despite years of therapy? Through somatic therapy and KAP I help clients get in touch with their feelings and to release any trapped emotions. These technics help with regulation of nervous system that is needed to process trauma.
![Photo of Simone Rodin - Wellspring Psychotherapy Center, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d8fce9ad-3888-4ba4-b53a-b4cb649fdf04/2/320x400.jpeg)
We specialize in the treatment of children, teens, adults and families. We use ACT, CBT, art and play therapy to work with children who are struggling with friendships, impulse control issues, the effects of divorce, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Our evidence based practices are especially helpful for children with OCD, separation anxiety, fears and phobias, attachment and adoption issues, sleep issues, and post traumatic stress. As a parent you can also benefit by gaining new insights about your child and getting guidance and consultation.
We specialize in the treatment of children, teens, adults and families. We use ACT, CBT, art and play therapy to work with children who are struggling with friendships, impulse control issues, the effects of divorce, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Our evidence based practices are especially helpful for children with OCD, separation anxiety, fears and phobias, attachment and adoption issues, sleep issues, and post traumatic stress. As a parent you can also benefit by gaining new insights about your child and getting guidance and consultation.
![Photo of Liza Jill Ravitz, PhD, JA, CST-T, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8e8342af-1da7-471f-8dda-8d0bca03af17/2/320x400.jpeg)
Many people feel disconnected from their true selves going through life looking o.k. on the outside but feeling awful on the inside. This causes all kinds of symptoms: depression, irritability, anxiety, alienation, boredom, dissatisfaction, lack of motivation, and disinterest in life. Through our work together, I help you to access deeper parts of yourself which can bring back vitality and meaning into your life. Problems often arise from childhood issues or from life transistions; college, marriage, birth, divorce, or death of a loved one. Through developing a deeper connection with yourself suffering can be transformed into growth and strength.
Many people feel disconnected from their true selves going through life looking o.k. on the outside but feeling awful on the inside. This causes all kinds of symptoms: depression, irritability, anxiety, alienation, boredom, dissatisfaction, lack of motivation, and disinterest in life. Through our work together, I help you to access deeper parts of yourself which can bring back vitality and meaning into your life. Problems often arise from childhood issues or from life transistions; college, marriage, birth, divorce, or death of a loved one. Through developing a deeper connection with yourself suffering can be transformed into growth and strength.
![Photo of Dyer Passano-Manning, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bfd764f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you looking for a way through a challenging time? In working with you, I offer a supportive, collaborative approach. I help people find their own strengths and clarity. Deep listening is important to find your individual needs. Providing useful tools for change, is the focus of my work. I'm interested in facilitating a natural way toward transformation. For Parents: Raising teens can be very challenging work. There are times when a parent or an adolescent needs extra support to get through difficult times. I feel at ease working with young people. I've been in private practice for 18 years.
Are you looking for a way through a challenging time? In working with you, I offer a supportive, collaborative approach. I help people find their own strengths and clarity. Deep listening is important to find your individual needs. Providing useful tools for change, is the focus of my work. I'm interested in facilitating a natural way toward transformation. For Parents: Raising teens can be very challenging work. There are times when a parent or an adolescent needs extra support to get through difficult times. I feel at ease working with young people. I've been in private practice for 18 years.
![Photo of Mary Disharoon, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fb07301-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Would you like some help sorting through and finding solutions to some things you are struggling with? I can help you find answers where you have been confused, and be empowered where you have felt stuck.
Would you like some help sorting through and finding solutions to some things you are struggling with? I can help you find answers where you have been confused, and be empowered where you have felt stuck.