Therapists in Oakland, CA
My name is Larissa McCain, LMFT, PMH-C. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience between client and therapist, allowing a safe space to exhale the negative and create room to make positive changes. While working with clients from a variety of backgrounds, I specialize in topics and goals related to perinatal/maternal mental health, parenthood, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Supportive and Client Centered Therapy.
My name is Larissa McCain, LMFT, PMH-C. I believe therapy is a collaborative experience between client and therapist, allowing a safe space to exhale the negative and create room to make positive changes. While working with clients from a variety of backgrounds, I specialize in topics and goals related to perinatal/maternal mental health, parenthood, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Supportive and Client Centered Therapy.
I believe effective therapy is based on a good fit between the therapist and client that promotes safety and trust. I approach treatment through a psychodynamic lens to help people understand what brought them to this point. With this knowledge, a person can feel more empowered to make different choices to live the life they have envisioned. I am Jungian-informed, helping people to make sense of their dreams and find meaning in them.
I believe effective therapy is based on a good fit between the therapist and client that promotes safety and trust. I approach treatment through a psychodynamic lens to help people understand what brought them to this point. With this knowledge, a person can feel more empowered to make different choices to live the life they have envisioned. I am Jungian-informed, helping people to make sense of their dreams and find meaning in them.
My name is Dr. Jamie Mishler and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years' experience in the mental health field. I'm passionate about supporting my clients as they grow through life's changes and transitions. I work with adults over the age of 18. I specialize in helping my clients through life transitions, depression, anxiety, and grief. I focus on my clients' unique strengths as they learn to navigate and grow during periods of challenge.
My name is Dr. Jamie Mishler and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years' experience in the mental health field. I'm passionate about supporting my clients as they grow through life's changes and transitions. I work with adults over the age of 18. I specialize in helping my clients through life transitions, depression, anxiety, and grief. I focus on my clients' unique strengths as they learn to navigate and grow during periods of challenge.
I’m not perfect, but I do practice what I preach. I’m here because I found it difficult to find the help I needed, and I hope my presence makes it easier for those in need now.
I’m not perfect, but I do practice what I preach. I’m here because I found it difficult to find the help I needed, and I hope my presence makes it easier for those in need now.
Laura Wojcicki, LMFT. Guiding clients to new perspectives is paramount in my practice. My role as a therapist is to be empathic in assisting clients to find solutions to their problems. My experience and time with different cultures, populations, ages, etc has made me look at issues from different perspectives as well as to be more understanding of them. My personal background as a minority has also shaped my desire to approach everyone with sensitivity and understand that everyone has a story that has shaped them. I like to utilize an eclectic approach to therapy depending on the needs of the client.
Laura Wojcicki, LMFT. Guiding clients to new perspectives is paramount in my practice. My role as a therapist is to be empathic in assisting clients to find solutions to their problems. My experience and time with different cultures, populations, ages, etc has made me look at issues from different perspectives as well as to be more understanding of them. My personal background as a minority has also shaped my desire to approach everyone with sensitivity and understand that everyone has a story that has shaped them. I like to utilize an eclectic approach to therapy depending on the needs of the client.
COCOA Cup Therapy, Inc. ™️ by Dr. Jaronda Session
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94621 (Online Only)
Is LIFE'ing throwing you lemons & a tether totter of emotions? Well hello and WelCOme to your journey of mending, blending, & healing heart(s)! We are truly honored that you've chosen to embark on this HEALing journey. Together, we'll navigate the process, starting with mending your heart (s) with self & others, & intentionally move to strengthening secure attachment bonds. As we progress, we'll delve into the depth of your emotions, ultimately Creating Open-hearted Connections with One Another & self.
Is LIFE'ing throwing you lemons & a tether totter of emotions? Well hello and WelCOme to your journey of mending, blending, & healing heart(s)! We are truly honored that you've chosen to embark on this HEALing journey. Together, we'll navigate the process, starting with mending your heart (s) with self & others, & intentionally move to strengthening secure attachment bonds. As we progress, we'll delve into the depth of your emotions, ultimately Creating Open-hearted Connections with One Another & self.
Hi I am Dr. Teyhou Smyth and am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California Originally from the United Kingdom, I earned an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy at the California School of Professional Psychology and hold a doctorate degree in Education. I place a high value on personal development and allowing for the achievement of one’s full potential so that they may become the best version of themselves.
Hi I am Dr. Teyhou Smyth and am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California Originally from the United Kingdom, I earned an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy at the California School of Professional Psychology and hold a doctorate degree in Education. I place a high value on personal development and allowing for the achievement of one’s full potential so that they may become the best version of themselves.
Sonia Zubrin Lakin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94611
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I specialize in working with teens and young adults who are navigating the transition to adulthood. This moment can bring up big questions: Who am I? Who do I want to be? Where am I headed? It can be overwhelming, but it's also a perfect moment to invest in the support you need to move skillfully into the next phase of life. I want you to feel capable of handling difficult moments as they arise, and to have a solid sense of who you and what you want out of life.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults who are navigating the transition to adulthood. This moment can bring up big questions: Who am I? Who do I want to be? Where am I headed? It can be overwhelming, but it's also a perfect moment to invest in the support you need to move skillfully into the next phase of life. I want you to feel capable of handling difficult moments as they arise, and to have a solid sense of who you and what you want out of life.
Hi, my name is Susan Aziz! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about connecting with individuals to support them in identifying and achieving their goals. I work primarily with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety disorders. This includes generalized anxiety disorders, postpartum anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, and more. At the core of my methodology lies a person-centered approach. I am deeply committed to cultivating a robust therapeutic alliance founded on empathy and unwavering support.
Hi, my name is Susan Aziz! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about connecting with individuals to support them in identifying and achieving their goals. I work primarily with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety disorders. This includes generalized anxiety disorders, postpartum anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, and more. At the core of my methodology lies a person-centered approach. I am deeply committed to cultivating a robust therapeutic alliance founded on empathy and unwavering support.
Hello there! My name is Krystal Faraz and I’m a licensed mental health counselor in Washington state as well as California. I primarily practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-centered, solution focused therapy (SFT) along with other modalities as indicated. I take a very direct approach with practical skills to help manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. I assist individuals dealing with anxiety and depression.
Hello there! My name is Krystal Faraz and I’m a licensed mental health counselor in Washington state as well as California. I primarily practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-centered, solution focused therapy (SFT) along with other modalities as indicated. I take a very direct approach with practical skills to help manage symptoms of anxiety and depression. I assist individuals dealing with anxiety and depression.
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I bring over 25 years of experience in mental health, ranging from addiction to trauma. I believe in a strength-based approach in providing clients support because everyone has skills, talents, and abilities to tap into to assist them in overcoming life's challenges. I am a firm believer in a nonjudgmental approach to therapy so you, the client, feel safe, accepted, and empowered. I use a broad array of therapy techniques such as trauma-informed care, strength-based, systems solution-focused or brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, grief therapy, and much more.
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio. I bring over 25 years of experience in mental health, ranging from addiction to trauma. I believe in a strength-based approach in providing clients support because everyone has skills, talents, and abilities to tap into to assist them in overcoming life's challenges. I am a firm believer in a nonjudgmental approach to therapy so you, the client, feel safe, accepted, and empowered. I use a broad array of therapy techniques such as trauma-informed care, strength-based, systems solution-focused or brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, grief therapy, and much more.
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Hello! My name is Cody Elder. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 7 years of experience in primary substance use, dual diagnosis, and primary mental health treatment. I feel the best tool in the therapeutic experience is the relationship and a strong teamwork element to therapy. I typically work with clients who are struggling with life transitions, grief, loss of sense of purpose, and needing help in building tools to allow them to discover their own capabilities.
Hello! My name is Cody Elder. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 7 years of experience in primary substance use, dual diagnosis, and primary mental health treatment. I feel the best tool in the therapeutic experience is the relationship and a strong teamwork element to therapy. I typically work with clients who are struggling with life transitions, grief, loss of sense of purpose, and needing help in building tools to allow them to discover their own capabilities.
My name is Shanna Gonzales and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents specializing in stress, anxiety, trauma, and anger management. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for children, teens, and young adults who may be dealing with trauma, the challenges of life transitions, and social pressures such as anxiety, depression, grief, and stress. I work to help my clients build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook overall.
My name is Shanna Gonzales and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents specializing in stress, anxiety, trauma, and anger management. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for children, teens, and young adults who may be dealing with trauma, the challenges of life transitions, and social pressures such as anxiety, depression, grief, and stress. I work to help my clients build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook overall.
Hello! My name is Patricia Soto and I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to mental well-being. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from depression, anxiety, life adjustments, grief, and work stress, to family or relationship stress. Let's work collaboratively to get you on the path of healing & happiness. My approach to therapy is being a Client-Centered therapist who also utilizes Solution-Focus.
Hello! My name is Patricia Soto and I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to mental well-being. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from depression, anxiety, life adjustments, grief, and work stress, to family or relationship stress. Let's work collaboratively to get you on the path of healing & happiness. My approach to therapy is being a Client-Centered therapist who also utilizes Solution-Focus.
Hi, I'm Brian Olsen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from Orange County. I see clients who are ready to make a change for the better and want help making it happen. Hope is here. In therapy we'll work together to make sense of what is happening and why, set a vision for how things ought to be, and come up with a plan that has the best chance for creating change. It is a collaborative approach where we work on what is most important to you, make sure that we are a good fit, and find the right tools and skills that work for you.
Hi, I'm Brian Olsen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from Orange County. I see clients who are ready to make a change for the better and want help making it happen. Hope is here. In therapy we'll work together to make sense of what is happening and why, set a vision for how things ought to be, and come up with a plan that has the best chance for creating change. It is a collaborative approach where we work on what is most important to you, make sure that we are a good fit, and find the right tools and skills that work for you.
Hi! My name is Michael Southerland, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist working in the Los Angeles, CA area. This means I focus primarily on relationships, be it individuals having difficulty with rough spots in life, couples, children, and families. I am comfortable working with almost any problem. However, my specialties include depression, anxiety, substance abuse and addiction, codependency, ADHD, and especially LGBT + engender identity. Don't hesitate to reach out to me and ask me if I have experience in working with clients like you. I'm looking forward to hearing.
Hi! My name is Michael Southerland, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist working in the Los Angeles, CA area. This means I focus primarily on relationships, be it individuals having difficulty with rough spots in life, couples, children, and families. I am comfortable working with almost any problem. However, my specialties include depression, anxiety, substance abuse and addiction, codependency, ADHD, and especially LGBT + engender identity. Don't hesitate to reach out to me and ask me if I have experience in working with clients like you. I'm looking forward to hearing.
Vimmi Jaggi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFA, MA
Verified Verified
Oakland, CA 94603 (Online Only)
I am glad you're looking for therapy support in times that are drastically impacted by the capitalist mindset & inequality. Life’s external factors, like stress and trauma experiences including but not limited to childhood abuse, physical abuse, intimate partner violence, sexual assaults, racial and social trauma as well as anti-LGBTQ+ policies take a toll on our life. These may show up as fatigue, sadness, anxiety, overthinking, thoughts of self-harm, low self-esteem, and disables us from our growth. In such times, we all can use trauma-informed and nonjudgmental professional support to help us heal from root causes of these needs.
I am glad you're looking for therapy support in times that are drastically impacted by the capitalist mindset & inequality. Life’s external factors, like stress and trauma experiences including but not limited to childhood abuse, physical abuse, intimate partner violence, sexual assaults, racial and social trauma as well as anti-LGBTQ+ policies take a toll on our life. These may show up as fatigue, sadness, anxiety, overthinking, thoughts of self-harm, low self-esteem, and disables us from our growth. In such times, we all can use trauma-informed and nonjudgmental professional support to help us heal from root causes of these needs.
My approach is insight oriented, strengths-based, trauma-informed, client-centered and collaborative. I also like to incorporate practical tools to help my clients improve their daily lives. My communication style is warm, honest and direct. I encourage and value feedback from my clients. I specialize in working with people who wish to explore their gender identity and/or sexuality, are questioning their gender or are in the process of transitioning. My practice is identity affirming, fat-positive, kink-friendly and sex-worker friendly.
My approach is insight oriented, strengths-based, trauma-informed, client-centered and collaborative. I also like to incorporate practical tools to help my clients improve their daily lives. My communication style is warm, honest and direct. I encourage and value feedback from my clients. I specialize in working with people who wish to explore their gender identity and/or sexuality, are questioning their gender or are in the process of transitioning. My practice is identity affirming, fat-positive, kink-friendly and sex-worker friendly.
I am Karina Valdez, LMFT. I understand life can be overwhelming and stressful. I am here to help guide you to be the best version of yourself where you can learn how to cope with the stressors and adversities that life throws at you on a short- and long-term basis. Therapy is a way for you to have a confidential, non-judgmental, safe space to explore what troubles you most in life. My primary focus in my practice is helping people heal from traumatic adversities that have occurred in their life.
I am Karina Valdez, LMFT. I understand life can be overwhelming and stressful. I am here to help guide you to be the best version of yourself where you can learn how to cope with the stressors and adversities that life throws at you on a short- and long-term basis. Therapy is a way for you to have a confidential, non-judgmental, safe space to explore what troubles you most in life. My primary focus in my practice is helping people heal from traumatic adversities that have occurred in their life.
Hello, my name is Harold Ray Carrier, I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC). I utilize various approaches with therapy, and I’m known for experience with anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, relationship challenges, adjustment challenges, and alcohol/other substance use challenges. I am comfortable working with all clients. I am experienced with males and females from the ages of 16-80. I am comfortable with a variety of challenges involving anxiety, depression, dual diagnosis, conflict resolution, relationship challenges, adjustment/change challenges, substance use, and more.
Hello, my name is Harold Ray Carrier, I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC). I utilize various approaches with therapy, and I’m known for experience with anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, relationship challenges, adjustment challenges, and alcohol/other substance use challenges. I am comfortable working with all clients. I am experienced with males and females from the ages of 16-80. I am comfortable with a variety of challenges involving anxiety, depression, dual diagnosis, conflict resolution, relationship challenges, adjustment/change challenges, substance use, and more.
