Strength-Based Therapists in Oakland, CA

I believe that we all have more potential than we know, and no matter where we might currently find ourselves or where we have been in the past, we each have the capacity for psychological and emotional growth. I have a special interest and passion providing therapy to couples, and individuals struggling with transition, and experiencing feelings of disconnection, isolation, and grief. In my more than 20 years of working in mental health, most of my work has been centered around supporting people in healing attachment wounds, trauma (complex, historical, intergenerational), and all symptoms that manifest as a result.

It is my passion to work with pre-adolescent, adolescent, and transitional age youth as well as young adults. My clients experience a wide range of trauma and stress that can result in depression and anxiety who want a compassionate adult to facilitate the creation of personalized goals targeted at increasing self-awareness and life improvement.

Pain and discomfort are unavoidable parts of being human. The pain we face in our life can be sprung on us through a myriad of life events and triggers. These hard times can leave us feeling depressed, anxious, lonely, misunderstood, and impact our work and relationships.

Have you recently experienced a traumatic loss and are feeling lost and overwhelmed with grief? Are you in the midst of a major life transition with your career or relationship? Perhaps you are an artist experiencing a creative block? Art Therapy may be the answer for your or your teen. As an Art Therapist, I specialize in guiding clients through grief and loss, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and blocks in creativity and self exploration. I help my clients to harness the power of creativity to deepen emotional exploration and uncover feelings that may be challenging to otherwise articulate with words.

Imagine your ideal client. What are their issues, their needs, their goals? What do they want and why? I welcome clients from all backgrounds and needs. Regardless of how new you are to Therapy, or if you feel resistant towards change, I am here to guide you in your healing journey. Patients who are open to repair and engage in their self-care, are those who tend to benefit from Therapy more quickly, however I can meet you right where you are. We can start by helping you process your life stories, bringing awareness to your situation from a Therapeutic lens.

Welcome to my queer- and gender-affirming therapy practice. Beginning the process of therapy and reaching out for support can often feel vulnerable and even scary, so I celebrate you taking this first step. I prioritize getting to know you and your specific needs very intentionally, and my objective is to witness and support you in the unique way you deserve. My approach is relational and collaborative in nature, and I strive to develop a relationship with my clients that will help to empower inner strength, expand capacity for self-compassion, and support in healing wounds that are impacting overall health and quality of life.

I am a licensed psychologist with specialized training and experience in child, adolescent and family therapy. I work with people of all ages and life stages dealing with the high-pressures of life that can affect relationships or leave you feeling stuck or unhappy. I love the collaborative work of therapy and will work hard to help you identify changes that can be made to positively impact your relationships, career and self. Together, we can puzzle things out together, break down your goals into manageable steps and build a more fulfilling life. Sometimes, you need someone to help you get started and guide you to stay on course.

My name is Chrissy Highet, and I am a bilingual (Eng/Span) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. Through psychotherapy, I work to empower children, adolescents, and adults with tools to free themselves from limiting beliefs and show up in the world with confidence and authenticity. Currently a mental health provider with Oakland Unified School District, as well as a parent and a former educator, I’m passionate about creating spaces of connection and belonging.

Life is hard in our unpredictable, uncertain and rapidly changing world. It makes sense that you may be struggling try to find ground under your feet, a calm amidst the storm of intense emotions and distressing thoughts. Are you looking for practical tools to help steady the mind and effectively respond to life challenges? If you choose to work with me, we will work collaboratively to reduce suffering by meeting difficult experiences with openness and compassion. We will become curious and attentive to the present moment while cultivating a life that is vital and meaningful.

Are you bothered by an upsetting event (s) that you cannot get out of your mind? Do you know something is holding you back, perhaps from your past, but you can't seem to shake it? Have you tried traditional talk therapy, but your past still has a grip on you? Exciting breakthroughs have been advanced in our understanding of how our brains mange memories. The latest research shows that non-traditional therapies like EMDR, can more quickly & deeply help us heal and recover from traumatic events and live more satisfying lives.

The Marsh Clinics® (TMC) offer psychotherapy for everyone, but especially for those who are underserved and have been marginalized. Our aim is to reduce the level of stigma around mental health and offer telehealth therapy for an entry point, but also face to face therapy. We are dedicated to transforming individuals, transforming communities.

I believe that we have within us the power to create the life we desire. We possess inner strengths and skills that can help us overcome challenges and live a fulfilled life. However, accessing this power can be an overwhelming task that may require support. Allow me to be an unbiased, compassionate partner in your journey. I help individuals explore their thoughts and emotions, reframe distorted beliefs, replace unhealthy patterns and unblock past traumas. Allow me to provide a safe, non-judgmental and conducive space for you to explore, grow and work on becoming the best version of yourself. Ready? Let the healing begin!

I am here to help you reach your full potential. I meet you where you are at by listening and helping guide you through life's different journeys. I will assist by providing tools that help empower you to believe in yourself and build internal strength in order to manage what life brings.

Are you experiencing a loss, going through a life transition, feeling the impact of everyday stress, or just needing a space for someone to hold your feelings? Or are you an adolescent or young adult who needs the support of another caring adult, or an adult experiencing a life stressor or a pattern that you cannot seem to break? Do you want to be able to share (unedited) your experience with someone who will help you navigate through it? I am a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist and EMDR trained by the EMDR Institute.

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish-speaking) licensed clinical psychologist who provides psychotherapy services to adults, children, adolescents families. I support clients in fostering resilience and in building more meaningful, connected relationships. In therapy, I take a supportive, curious, nonjudgemental stance. My clients struggle with issues related to depression, anxiety, loss, adoption, psychological trauma, childhood development, parenting, and everyday stressors.

I specialize in CPTSD. This is most common in people who have gone through Childhood Neglect Or Abandonment Prolonged Exposure To Domestic Violence Or Abuse Physical, Sexual, Or Emotional Abuse (At Any Age) It's crucial to understand that the child, in such circumstances, becomes traumatized and often internalizes the belief that they are at fault for not receiving love or acknowledgment. This trauma can manifest in a variety of symptoms, including Fight, flight, freeze, or appease reactions when triggered. These are just a few of the many ways CPTSD can affect an individual. However, it's important to remember that these sympt

You are unique, and therapy should be, too. You might be dealing with a situation that's upended your life or dealing with painful memories of the past. You might have experiences or an identity that aren't common within mainstream culture. You want someone with a compassionate and non-judgmental style to support you with overcoming obstacles so you can have more of what you really want for yourself. I combine well-researched methods like EMDR, Somatic Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy to help you tap into your strengths while navigating the rough roads in life.

Are you curious about having a better understanding of who you are? I work with teens, young adults, women, LGBTQI+, and frontline health workers. My expertise is in helping people navigate life challenges: trauma (past or present), anxiety, depression, or substance use/misuse. I support health workers in strengthening self care and managing countertransference through a lived experience lens. I have over ten years experience in community mental health in the Bay area. I provide consultation and clinical supervision to social workers , especially clinicians working with unhoused or dually diagnosed populations.

Are you struggling to decide whether to stay or leave your relationship? It can be difficult to come to the kind of clarity one needs to make this decision. Is it hard to trust your gut and listen to your inner wisdom about how to move forward? Relationships can be very complex and sometimes we all need a little extra support to face these challenges and come to our best decisions.