Therapists in Downtown, Oakland, CA
As a Clinical Psychologist, I help people create meaningful change in their lives. My approach is self empowering and compassionate with a sensitivity to cultural differences and social justice. My strength as a therapist is in making deep connections with people, creating a sense of safety and helping clients identify and confront their issues. My personality style is warm, sincere, and down to earth. Those who see me describe me as someone who is "caring, warm, a great listener, interactive, and offers honest insightful feedback."
As a Clinical Psychologist, I help people create meaningful change in their lives. My approach is self empowering and compassionate with a sensitivity to cultural differences and social justice. My strength as a therapist is in making deep connections with people, creating a sense of safety and helping clients identify and confront their issues. My personality style is warm, sincere, and down to earth. Those who see me describe me as someone who is "caring, warm, a great listener, interactive, and offers honest insightful feedback."
Stephanie Stolorow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612 (Online Only)
Do you sometimes find yourself feeling anxious or depressed but you're not sure why? Or is there something specific in your life causing you distress? Would you like to feel more authentic or whole in connecting to your partner or others? Therapy can help you find clarity, resources, and direction in your life and relationships. Therapy with me provides you with a safe space where you are invited and encouraged to bring out any parts of yourself that need room for expression. Expressing and working through hurt, stuck, confused, and also joyful parts can in turn contribute to your sense of wholeness and health.
Do you sometimes find yourself feeling anxious or depressed but you're not sure why? Or is there something specific in your life causing you distress? Would you like to feel more authentic or whole in connecting to your partner or others? Therapy can help you find clarity, resources, and direction in your life and relationships. Therapy with me provides you with a safe space where you are invited and encouraged to bring out any parts of yourself that need room for expression. Expressing and working through hurt, stuck, confused, and also joyful parts can in turn contribute to your sense of wholeness and health.
Hello! Welcome to my personal profile. I am Steve Foster, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist The majority of my experience has been in working with couples, married and otherwise, to improve communication in their relationships. "Taking the war out of words",and learning to take one another's perspective increase the likelihood of success in intimate relationships. I've also worked with those coping with substance dependency. I am a strong believer in the value of family, and in the power of living a clean and sober, recovery-centered life. Please feel free to call me to discuss your concerns.
Hello! Welcome to my personal profile. I am Steve Foster, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist The majority of my experience has been in working with couples, married and otherwise, to improve communication in their relationships. "Taking the war out of words",and learning to take one another's perspective increase the likelihood of success in intimate relationships. I've also worked with those coping with substance dependency. I am a strong believer in the value of family, and in the power of living a clean and sober, recovery-centered life. Please feel free to call me to discuss your concerns.
Shenaaz Janmohamed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612 (Online Only)
My practice is grounded in healing justice, where I understand therapy/reflection/individual growth as a necessary part of collective liberation. As Grace Lee Boggs reminds us, "Change yourself to change the world." If we are not supported to do the work of attending to our own woundings, we risk replicating these harms on one another. "Hurt people hurt people." I am re-opening my practice again to support community members and movements struggling against many oppressive conditions, including resisting genocide and fighting for bodily autonomy, gender justice, Black liberation, and towards increased dignity and safety.
My practice is grounded in healing justice, where I understand therapy/reflection/individual growth as a necessary part of collective liberation. As Grace Lee Boggs reminds us, "Change yourself to change the world." If we are not supported to do the work of attending to our own woundings, we risk replicating these harms on one another. "Hurt people hurt people." I am re-opening my practice again to support community members and movements struggling against many oppressive conditions, including resisting genocide and fighting for bodily autonomy, gender justice, Black liberation, and towards increased dignity and safety.
In a field with very few recognized experts, Dr. Lee is an acknowledged professional in the assessment and treatment of persons with addictive sexual disorders and domestic violence.Clients come to us for professional and compassionate guidance in creating the most appropriate treatment plan for their success.
In a field with very few recognized experts, Dr. Lee is an acknowledged professional in the assessment and treatment of persons with addictive sexual disorders and domestic violence.Clients come to us for professional and compassionate guidance in creating the most appropriate treatment plan for their success.
Meleah Chamberlain Terheyden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612 (Online Only)
If you are going through a time in which you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, it is courageous to find the strength to reach out and make an investment in yourself and your future with therapy. I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit, as we all have the potential answers to improving our lives but often need someone to offer us the reflective space to think differently in order to shift our experiences. That may mean exploring the past to understand or accept what has happened, but it is always in service of improving your present & future.
If you are going through a time in which you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, it is courageous to find the strength to reach out and make an investment in yourself and your future with therapy. I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit, as we all have the potential answers to improving our lives but often need someone to offer us the reflective space to think differently in order to shift our experiences. That may mean exploring the past to understand or accept what has happened, but it is always in service of improving your present & future.
When you've decided to get help, seeking a psychologist you feel comfortable with is as important as their skill and training. If I'm so honored to have you as my client, you'll find I utilize an integrated approach; a mix of gentle yet direct communication, mindfulness, cultural dynamics including family systems, psychoeducation, skill building using cognitive behavioral techniques, and of course explorative questions that help to uncover the emotional obstacles to your healing and progression in life.
When you've decided to get help, seeking a psychologist you feel comfortable with is as important as their skill and training. If I'm so honored to have you as my client, you'll find I utilize an integrated approach; a mix of gentle yet direct communication, mindfulness, cultural dynamics including family systems, psychoeducation, skill building using cognitive behavioral techniques, and of course explorative questions that help to uncover the emotional obstacles to your healing and progression in life.
Russ Groom
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I, too, have found myself in troubling times on occasion during my life, and have been most fortunate when I have good people on my side when I am having a problem. As different as we all are, we all run into tough times and it can be helpful then to have someone on our side.
I, too, have found myself in troubling times on occasion during my life, and have been most fortunate when I have good people on my side when I am having a problem. As different as we all are, we all run into tough times and it can be helpful then to have someone on our side.
I look forward to addressing your individual needs. I specialize in treating adolescent issues of all types with a specific focus on depression and mood disorders. I also offer services for people suffering from addiction, in all its forms. I work with adolescence, adults and couples, and of course with the entire family when indicated. I am considered a technical eclectic, which means I use whatever theoretical approach I feel will work best for your situation. We will also draw from film, literature, culture and spirituality in our sessions so that we can make use of your unique personal interests.
I look forward to addressing your individual needs. I specialize in treating adolescent issues of all types with a specific focus on depression and mood disorders. I also offer services for people suffering from addiction, in all its forms. I work with adolescence, adults and couples, and of course with the entire family when indicated. I am considered a technical eclectic, which means I use whatever theoretical approach I feel will work best for your situation. We will also draw from film, literature, culture and spirituality in our sessions so that we can make use of your unique personal interests.
As a therapist, I understand that seeking support is a significant and courageous step, and I’m here to meet you wherever you are in your journey. I offer a collaborative, personalized therapeutic experience tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're navigating challenges related to cultural identity, family expectations, mental health stigma, or substance use, I provide a compassionate, direct approach that fosters growth and healing. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families, especially within the Asian community, using a harm-reduction model for chemical dependency.
As a therapist, I understand that seeking support is a significant and courageous step, and I’m here to meet you wherever you are in your journey. I offer a collaborative, personalized therapeutic experience tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're navigating challenges related to cultural identity, family expectations, mental health stigma, or substance use, I provide a compassionate, direct approach that fosters growth and healing. I specialize in supporting individuals, couples, and families, especially within the Asian community, using a harm-reduction model for chemical dependency.
I provide psychotherapy for adults, teenagers and children, consultation regarding parenting issues, and play therapy for children with behavioral or emotional issues. My work with adults has covered a broad spectrum - from people who are having problems with relationships or need help with stress management and coping skills, to people suffering from anxiety disorders and depression. I specialize in women's issues and life transitions. My goal is to help people get through difficult and challenging times and see opportunities for growth.
I provide psychotherapy for adults, teenagers and children, consultation regarding parenting issues, and play therapy for children with behavioral or emotional issues. My work with adults has covered a broad spectrum - from people who are having problems with relationships or need help with stress management and coping skills, to people suffering from anxiety disorders and depression. I specialize in women's issues and life transitions. My goal is to help people get through difficult and challenging times and see opportunities for growth.
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If you are coping with anxiety, sadness, relationship conflict, stress, or parenting challenges I help you manage difficult feelings and reduce your suffering.
If you and your partner can't talk without arguing, have lost trust, or lost the spark and want to connect we'll identify what's keeping you from being close and develop the secure connection you want.
If you are having trouble getting pregnant or needing help from outside parties to create your family we'll work through any difficult feelings and explore your options for family building so you can make decisions that build your family and fit your values.
If you are coping with anxiety, sadness, relationship conflict, stress, or parenting challenges I help you manage difficult feelings and reduce your suffering.
If you and your partner can't talk without arguing, have lost trust, or lost the spark and want to connect we'll identify what's keeping you from being close and develop the secure connection you want.
If you are having trouble getting pregnant or needing help from outside parties to create your family we'll work through any difficult feelings and explore your options for family building so you can make decisions that build your family and fit your values.
Robin Furner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612
Not accepting new clients
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) and I currently focus on working with individual adult clients. I have significant experience helping clients with relationship and attachment issues, vocational and family stress, trauma and/or abuse history, depression and substance abuse. I also have experience working with artists, musicians, writers and others who experience mental health challenges that impact their creative work. I really enjoy the process of helping people move past the obstacles and challenges that can hinder their ability to pursue their personal hopes and dreams.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) and I currently focus on working with individual adult clients. I have significant experience helping clients with relationship and attachment issues, vocational and family stress, trauma and/or abuse history, depression and substance abuse. I also have experience working with artists, musicians, writers and others who experience mental health challenges that impact their creative work. I really enjoy the process of helping people move past the obstacles and challenges that can hinder their ability to pursue their personal hopes and dreams.
I have many years of experience in dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, life transitions, addictions of all types, and relationship and identity issues. I think my strength is that I approach people on a very human level, with respect, caring and humor. I feel "we are all in the same boat" (including me) and that we all need someone to take us seriously, listen carefully and know how hard it is to be vulnerable to a 'stranger'. I will do my very best to help you create the life you want. I have lost a child, so I have a special sensitivity to grieving parents and their challenges.
I have many years of experience in dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, life transitions, addictions of all types, and relationship and identity issues. I think my strength is that I approach people on a very human level, with respect, caring and humor. I feel "we are all in the same boat" (including me) and that we all need someone to take us seriously, listen carefully and know how hard it is to be vulnerable to a 'stranger'. I will do my very best to help you create the life you want. I have lost a child, so I have a special sensitivity to grieving parents and their challenges.
Peggy Handler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612
Do you long for a deeper sense of peace, wholeness and connection to life? Do repetitive patterns prevent you from having a fulfilling life and satisfying relationships? Any issue or symptom, such as addiction, depression or anxiety, or an underlying sense of disconnection, fear or doubt, is a message from your unconscious that something inside Is out of alignment. We will collaboratively explore your experiences and their meaning to help you connect to yourself and life in a fuller and more satisfying way.
Do you long for a deeper sense of peace, wholeness and connection to life? Do repetitive patterns prevent you from having a fulfilling life and satisfying relationships? Any issue or symptom, such as addiction, depression or anxiety, or an underlying sense of disconnection, fear or doubt, is a message from your unconscious that something inside Is out of alignment. We will collaboratively explore your experiences and their meaning to help you connect to yourself and life in a fuller and more satisfying way.
Shirin Shoai
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, L3 IFS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612
If you often find yourself feeling out of place or struggling inside—even though other people think you have it all together—I can help. I work with individual adults who are familiar with psychotherapy and want deeper, root-level healing for symptoms related to anxiety and relational trauma. This can include concerns around relationships, life transitions, overthinking, people-pleasing, self-doubt, self-limiting beliefs and thought patterns, boundaries, and self-criticism. My style is active, spacious, and focused on supporting you in slowing down, tuning into yourself, and feeling the healing wisdom that thrives within you.
If you often find yourself feeling out of place or struggling inside—even though other people think you have it all together—I can help. I work with individual adults who are familiar with psychotherapy and want deeper, root-level healing for symptoms related to anxiety and relational trauma. This can include concerns around relationships, life transitions, overthinking, people-pleasing, self-doubt, self-limiting beliefs and thought patterns, boundaries, and self-criticism. My style is active, spacious, and focused on supporting you in slowing down, tuning into yourself, and feeling the healing wisdom that thrives within you.
Carol Masters-Salnave
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612
I provide a safe place to address what's not working for you in your life. We will explore your life journey while bringing issues to light, encourage better life choices to be made in the present. I've worked with a spectrum of issues that leads someone to seek psychotherapy. We will recognize how you came to behaviors that may impact your ability to function and discover what will work better for you to live more comfortably. By creating a healing relationship within therapy we can work together to shed light on issues, developing your motivation to make adjustments.
I provide a safe place to address what's not working for you in your life. We will explore your life journey while bringing issues to light, encourage better life choices to be made in the present. I've worked with a spectrum of issues that leads someone to seek psychotherapy. We will recognize how you came to behaviors that may impact your ability to function and discover what will work better for you to live more comfortably. By creating a healing relationship within therapy we can work together to shed light on issues, developing your motivation to make adjustments.
If you want a more satisfying relationship or an improved sex life, consult with a California and New Mexico licensed psychologist with over 25 years experience working successfully with individuals and couples from many cultures, with specialized training in effective treatment of couples and sexual issues. Having shifted my practice to a couples specialty over the last decade, I now work 95% with couples, plus a few individuals focusing on relationship issues. I provide tele/video-therapy to clients anywhere in California or New Mexico and in person in Santa Fe. Call me for a free telephone consultation.
If you want a more satisfying relationship or an improved sex life, consult with a California and New Mexico licensed psychologist with over 25 years experience working successfully with individuals and couples from many cultures, with specialized training in effective treatment of couples and sexual issues. Having shifted my practice to a couples specialty over the last decade, I now work 95% with couples, plus a few individuals focusing on relationship issues. I provide tele/video-therapy to clients anywhere in California or New Mexico and in person in Santa Fe. Call me for a free telephone consultation.
Suzanne Hayne
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612
I consider therapy a collaborative effort, guided by your needs. Through meaningful conversations I address your goals, your beliefs & their origins, and look at what's not working for you anymore. Therapy gives you the space you need to look at what is true to you by exploring your boundaries and willingness to go to uncomfortable places. I've been working in a private practice since 2008, first as an intern and now as a licensed clinician. I am attentive, warm, and compassionate. I take my work seriously & believe a little humor can aid in the healing process.
I consider therapy a collaborative effort, guided by your needs. Through meaningful conversations I address your goals, your beliefs & their origins, and look at what's not working for you anymore. Therapy gives you the space you need to look at what is true to you by exploring your boundaries and willingness to go to uncomfortable places. I've been working in a private practice since 2008, first as an intern and now as a licensed clinician. I am attentive, warm, and compassionate. I take my work seriously & believe a little humor can aid in the healing process.
Lisa Gendzwill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Oakland, CA 94612
I work with clients to help them heal from anxiety, depression, and trauma. Therapy provides an opportunity to be completely yourself, without regard to internal or external pressures and demands. When you feel safe, you're more free to talk about change. I'll help you build upon your strengths and support you in becoming more aware of patterns that hold you back from achieving your goals. Together, we take a close look at those patterns and work towards healthier options. I believe therapy is an important investment in health and will help you create the foundation for a satisfied life.
I work with clients to help them heal from anxiety, depression, and trauma. Therapy provides an opportunity to be completely yourself, without regard to internal or external pressures and demands. When you feel safe, you're more free to talk about change. I'll help you build upon your strengths and support you in becoming more aware of patterns that hold you back from achieving your goals. Together, we take a close look at those patterns and work towards healthier options. I believe therapy is an important investment in health and will help you create the foundation for a satisfied life.
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Number of Therapists in Downtown, Oakland, CA
200+
Average cost per session
$185
Therapists in Downtown, Oakland, CA who prioritize treating:
| 96% | Anxiety |
| 94% | Depression |
| 83% | Relationship Issues |
| 83% | Life Transitions |
| 74% | Coping Skills |
| 72% | Stress |
| 67% | Grief |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 88% | Aetna |
| 79% | Blue Shield |
| 77% | Anthem |
How Therapists in Downtown, Oakland, CA see their clients
| 58% | Online Only | |
| 42% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 22% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |