Therapists in Saint Elizabeth, Oakland, CA

Bloom Therapy specializes in women's mental health across the lifespan. Women face unique stressors in their relationships and career, and experience anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress at twice the rate of men. We offer a compassionate, evidence-based approach to address these challenges and help you reach your goals. Our work focuses on building strengths, enhancing self-confidence, and empowering you with knowledge and tools so that you can thrive in your relationships, work, and life.

Therapy supports our innate ability to heal, grow, deepen relationships and make meaning of our lives. My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and meets you where you are. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and with those navigating life transitions. With 10+ years of experience, I am attuned to the ways our intersecting identities shape our work together. I welcome diversity and believe that therapy can support individual goals and deconstruct systems of oppression. Collaboratively, we'll draw on your unique strengths, develop practical tools and work towards the change you envision.

Hello, and welcome to the journey of becoming an even more incredible version of yourself! I'm Sarah, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am so looking forward to meeting with you. With a world that can be so negative, many people struggle to see the positives amongst it all. But that is where I come in. If you allow me the honor, I would love to show you what incredible strengths you have and how to utilize them to make an even better you. I will help you step back and see the incredible things about you that you may have forgotten about. I am a strengths-based, client-centered, and solutions-focused therapist.

I am a bilingual (English/Mandarin) therapist based in SF Bay area. Client comes to see me for more fulfillment in life including depression, anxiety, insomnia, trauma, relationship issues etc,. I have holistic trainings on Gestalt Therapy, Hakomi (somatic) therapy and Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT), which provides me a framework on combining mindfulness, somatic experience and neurobiological studies into my practice. I want to hold a safe space for my clients that they feel supported, cared for, resourced but also challenged, so that they can unfold their own unique way toward healing.

Therapy is a place to provide tools that help you develop coping skills, regulate emotions, and decrease overall distress. I believe there is not one size fits all in terms of what helps clients improve their lives. I will implement skills from different orientations that suit your specific needs and tailor your treatment plan accordingly. I am aware of cultural diversity and provide a safe space.

I feel honored to have the opportunity to work with you and explore any stressors that may be causing physical and emotional distress. I work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, racial identity transformation, spiritual crisis, family conflict and stress

I offer innovative solutions for complex challenges. I focus on the kind of mental health challenges that may threaten your hopes and dreams. Maybe people are using labels that seem chronic and don’t accurately reflect either what you are experiencing or what you’ve been through! Maybe you’ve had experience with institutionalized care and you don’t want to go back! Or maybe you are a family member and don't know how to help. When there is no simple answer for anxiety, depression, emotional pain, social exclusion, abuse or addictive behavior, perhaps it is time to go a little deeper.

An ideal client is someone who shows up. Not even in the way of making every appointment (life happens) but takes the first step toward growth and self development. An ideal client is not a diagnosis or impairment in functioning but anyone who wants to live better and understand themselves more within our weird and scary world. I encourage my clients to advocate for what is working and name what is not by checking in so our time together is the most supportive possible.

I work with individuals and partners from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. My areas of expertise are challenges with relationships and sexuality, communication, intimacy, desire differences, infidelity, sexual orientation, gender, and romantic and sexual lifestyles as well as self-discovery and sexuality through the life span. As a sex therapist I am trained to assist you with sensitivity and competence to address these issues. My goal is to support people in their self-discovery and self-realization as relational and sexual beings and to collaborate with you to strengthen your emotional, spiritual and physical well-being.

During this challenging time it is normal to be experiencing some anxiety, nervousness or restlessness. Being home and having major changes in routines can be disorienting for many and trigger impairing mental health conditions. I am offering Telehealth sessions to support people in maintaining mental, emotional and physical health. I provide evidence-based therapeutic approaches that are holistic and multiculturally sensitive.

I am so delighted you found your way here. A little about me – I am a white, queer, genderqueer, afab, neuroqueer (AuDHD) licensed masters-level clinician (LMFT). I am passionate about supporting neurodivergent people in living their best, most liberated lives. I work from a liberation philosophy and neurodivergent-affirming lens and also believe strongly that self-identification is valid. I began working in the mental health field in 2010 and have worked in a variety of settings. The primary focus of my work in recent years has been on supporting neurodivergent adults and adult autism assessments.

My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in empathy, respect, and the fundamental belief that every person deserves to live a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. I understand that seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and I honor the trust placed in me by my clients. Through active listening, empathy, and collaboration, I strive to co-create a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and transformation. Drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic modalities and evidence-based practices, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.

Are you looking for a supportive, protected space to rekindle your joy in life, self, ministry, career or relationships? I invite you to join me in developing a working relationship in which we will identify obstacles and celebrate strengths, while building solutions tailored to your individual needs using evidence based tools, at your own pace!

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” - Anais Nin. Creativity, liberation, and transcendence —getting your power back— these are core tenants in my practice. My approach merges reflective space to spark insight, with specific tools and strategies to drive change. I draw from existential philosophy, the arts, and sociocultural narratives, as well as research and theory to match unique needs with individualized treatments that align and affirm identity with purpose.

Hello, my name is Michelle Marin and I am an LCSW. I help women struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and trauma. My practice is patient-centered and patient-driven. I enjoy incorporating mindfulness techniques and adaptive coping skills to promote self-efficacy. Together we can work towards self-discovery and overall better quality of life through identifying triggers, self-insight work, self-awareness, mindfulness, healthy coping mechanisms, and client-driven objectives.

A good match between therapist and client is vital to successful therapy. I know from experience that finding a therapist can be a major challenge. I offer a brief, no fee consultation before booking your first session so you can help determine if we are a good fit. I work primarily with couples who are struggling with their relationships, I am passionate about couple therapy and there’s nothing quite like witnessing two people re-connect and fall in love again. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy and am currently working on certification.

Step into a welcoming, non-judgmental space to begin your journey of self-discovery and growth. Many of my clients are driven by a desire to explore their inner worlds, grapple with life's questions, and navigate personal transitions authentically while enhancing their connections. Whether you face challenges such as anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, or simply seek personal fulfillment, our goal is to be your guide. Discover your true self, gain clarity, and develop resilience as you embrace life's uncertainties with purpose and commitment.

I care about helping you feel better in your work, romantic relationships, family, school, friendships, or any other areas that are important to you. Clients have described me as thoughtful, creative, and reliable with a calming demeanor and a steady strength-based supportive presence. It takes courage to take the leap and set up an appointment, but weekly counseling sessions together can develop a foundation to make lasting changes in your life that your future self will be grateful for.

I believe that challenges, emotional pain and even struggling in the face of lifes' obstacles is the norm and not the exception, and that everyone would benefit from professional, individualized emotional support. If you are facing life transitions, such as starting a family, moving or immigration, or dealing with other challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger issues or conflict with others, I can help provide support and facilitate growth and adjustment to whatever life throws at you. I have experience working with adolescents and preteens as well as with adults and families.