In Person Therapists in Petaluma, CA

Mary Oliver tells us "You only have to let the soft animal of your body love what it loves." The current focus of my practice is psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, which includes ketamine-assisted psychotherapy & psychedelic integration services. I am accepting new clients only for this work. I also facilitate psilocybin trainings for death doulas and hospice workers through the Diaspora Psychedelic Society in Jamaica. I facilitate medicine retreats outside of the United States where this work is legal. I work at the intersection of mystery, social justice, empowerment, and vulnerability.

Asking for help is difficult and I acknowledge your effort in reaching out. I have many years experience working with a diverse population.

I work with individual adults who want help reducing anxiety and depression, improving relationships, or making meaningful change in their lives. I also work with diverse couples who are wanting help rebuilding intimacy, managing conflict, and building healthier and more satisfying interactions.

Are there areas of your life where you're struggling to function effectively? Do you find yourself feeling angry, anxious, depressed, withdrawn or overwhelmed? Whether you are seeking assistance with feeling better, increased self-esteem & self-worth, managing overwhelming emotions, identity exploration, intentional parenting & behavior modification, navigating complex life events, or achieving professional advancement, I'm here to help you deepen your understanding of your current circumstances and find your course to improved wellbeing.

I know how hard it can be to ask for help. This can be even more difficult when you are feeling vulnerable, depressed, anxious or stressed. Therapy is enormously helpful. My goal is to provide a safe, non judgemental environment in which to discuss your concerns and help you feel better. We will work collaboratively to develop a treatment plan that works for you.

My therapeutic goals are to alleviate your pain while facilitating exploration and clarification of ways to live positively and more fully in relation to self, others, and work. Whether your emotional pain comes from a disconnected or unfulfilling relationship, depression, anxiety, trauma, childhood abuse or domestic violence, I can help you see beyond your current limiting patterns. Through our work together, I can help you connect the dots, let go, move forward with your intention, uncover your strengths and wisdom, and release the stories hidden in your body's memories.

I believe in the healing power inherent in each one of us and that through support and listening, we all can get to know ourselves on a deeper level and discover how to best navigate our life. I work with compassion, from a non-judgemental and empathetic space. I meet you, my patients where you are in your journey. Together, we build a collaborative space where you can learn more about yourself, grow and discover how to best maneuver life's challenges and explore life's joys.

Are you having struggles in your relationships? Or having trouble coping with stress or changes in your life? Perhaps you have suffered a loss or are struggling to come to terms with a past trauma? I have many years of work and life experience that inform my counseling work, especially in helping people manage conflict, deal with stress effectively, manage life transitions, and work on relationships. I understand the challenges of relationships, family dynamics, parenting, career and job issues, grief and loss, illness, divorce, abuse, trauma, suicide, depression and anxiety and self-esteem.

It is complicated to chose a therapist from such a long list of possibilities. It is equally challenging to tell you about my work in a few short paragraphs! Nevertheless, here I go: I can help with anxiety, depression, grief, lack of direction, life transitions - marriage, divorce, life threatening illness, empty nest - as well as early trauma, spiritual crisis and sexuality issues. I also specialize in the integration of psychedelic experiences and hold a Certificate in Psychedelic Therapy and Research from CIIS. I am fairly interactive and I maintain a sense of humor, even in the midst of very difficult situations.

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.

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.

Has your anxiety become too much? If so, I would like to help. Clients seek my help for issues related to anxiety, depression, relationship, and identity issues. They often feel overwhelmed and feel like their situation may never get better. But with the help of therapy, and our work together, they begin to see their life change. This does not happen by a miracle but through their inner knowledge of themself and willingness to try something new.

It can be challenging to make desired changes in your life, to close the gap between your life today and the way you know you could be. My goal is to help clients achieve inner happiness, resolve conflicts, set healthy goals, discover self-empathy and live the life you know you’re capable of achieving. With me you will find an empathetic ear to fully understand your situation. I specialize in Couples Therapy and offer proven techniques to improve communication & relationships. I’ve trained att Couples Institute in Menlo Park. Communication is often the number one complaint for couples. I also work with adult individuals of all ages.

We are each complex beings made up of many integral parts. My focus is to help you find wellness and strive towards inner peace and wholeness in the way that works best for you. Integrative Psychotherapy is a holistic treatment approach that combines elements from different schools of psychotherapy to address your specific needs and help you find internal harmony and a greater sense of wellbeing. As we get to know each other and what might work best for you, it can be tailored to best fit your needs, personality, and goals for your life.

The road to inner freedom begins with the decision to not walk alone. Inviting the right support helps you gain insights to reach your goals and destiny. You may be wrestling with past trauma, depression, anxiety, or low self-esteem, or looking to share your life with another person or seeking to enrich existing relationships. Whatever your path, I invite you to reach out and let me walk with you. Meet me at my office, or from the comfort of your home via video therapy.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with adolesents and their families. For the past 15 years, I have had the opportunity to support my clients with issues primarily around trauma, anxiety, depression, aggression, substance abuse and family conflict. I have noticed success in developing trust and rapport with adolescents by meeting them “where they are at.” I try to provide the opportunity for flexibility in what a therapy session may look like- let's meet for a walk, hang at a park, grab some food- let's figure out what works.

It can take time, effort and courage to call and arrive at a therapist's office. There is the apprehension of what this experience will be like, especially if it is your first time, or perhaps if you are trying again after a previous unsatisfactory experience. After you make the call, and once you begin, there is hope. And that alone is enough to sustain you while you work toward self-understanding and/or improved communication with your mate or children. The investment is worthwhile. The relief can be profound.

It can be so easy to drift off of course in life. Anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions - or just feeling lost - can be signs that a person has become disconnected from their deeper self. Therapy offers a supportive environment with an experienced guide to help navigate through distressing feelings and life difficulties to reconnect with oneself and important others, as well as to experience more meaning in one's daily life.

If you are looking for a therapist who is highly experienced, professional, knowledgeable, warm and has a sense of humor, then I believe you will find those qualities in working with me. If you are experiencing depression or anxiety, if you are impacted by childhood trauma, or recent trauma, if you are caught in negative patterns in your life or in your relationships, psychotherapy is an effective way to help you create the change you are seeking. I have been in practice since 1993 and have helped many people feel happier, break out of old patterns, heal trauma and discover a sense of well-being.