Play Therapy in Pleasanton, CA
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Trained in family systems theory with an emphasis on the whole person, I will work with you to develop insight into all aspects of your life. I am certified in Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) where I provide parents with the tools to approach their children with love, empathy and kindness, resisting the tendency to be punitive. With over 15 years of experience working with adults, teens, children and families, I can help you make the needed changes in your life. Change is within your grasp and begins with us working together to shift your thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
Trained in family systems theory with an emphasis on the whole person, I will work with you to develop insight into all aspects of your life. I am certified in Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) where I provide parents with the tools to approach their children with love, empathy and kindness, resisting the tendency to be punitive. With over 15 years of experience working with adults, teens, children and families, I can help you make the needed changes in your life. Change is within your grasp and begins with us working together to shift your thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
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Honor Your Emotions, INC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Are you tired of rehearsing hurts, living in your past, and worrying about your future? Do you feel unworthy, maybe even hopeless, and you're filled with toxic thoughts that seem to be taking over your life? It may also seem as if sadness, frustration, fear, and anxiety have become your roommates. If so, you are most likely experiencing stress in your relationships, with family, in your social life, at work, with your health, finances, and more DUE TO WRONG THOUGHTS.
Are you tired of rehearsing hurts, living in your past, and worrying about your future? Do you feel unworthy, maybe even hopeless, and you're filled with toxic thoughts that seem to be taking over your life? It may also seem as if sadness, frustration, fear, and anxiety have become your roommates. If so, you are most likely experiencing stress in your relationships, with family, in your social life, at work, with your health, finances, and more DUE TO WRONG THOUGHTS.
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Have a child struggling with behavioral problems or a teen not acting like their normal self? Trained in EMDR, my heart and speciality as a therapist is in working with children, pre-teens and teenagers aged 10-17 struggling with Divorce, Blended Families, School, Bullying, and Anxiety/Depression.
Have a child struggling with behavioral problems or a teen not acting like their normal self? Trained in EMDR, my heart and speciality as a therapist is in working with children, pre-teens and teenagers aged 10-17 struggling with Divorce, Blended Families, School, Bullying, and Anxiety/Depression.
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Are you tired of long term therapy? Week after week and no results. Due to my engineering background I am very solution focused in my approach as a psychologist as well as a life coach. I work closely with individuals to identify their areas of strengths and use those to target their challenges. This time limited approach will help my clients reach their goals in a very reasonable time line.
Are you tired of long term therapy? Week after week and no results. Due to my engineering background I am very solution focused in my approach as a psychologist as well as a life coach. I work closely with individuals to identify their areas of strengths and use those to target their challenges. This time limited approach will help my clients reach their goals in a very reasonable time line.
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Hi there, I’m Lucy! My name is Lucy Olsen and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Hi there, I’m Lucy! My name is Lucy Olsen and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unmotivated? Life can be challenging and navigating those stuck feelings can seem impossible. I aim to provide a compassionate, honest, and non-judgmental space to help navigate these roadblocks and grow through them. I work with adolescents, teens and adults with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions, self-exploration and more. I love a "tough case" and look forward to helping to ease your burden and provide you with support to get through the hard times. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unmotivated? Life can be challenging and navigating those stuck feelings can seem impossible. I aim to provide a compassionate, honest, and non-judgmental space to help navigate these roadblocks and grow through them. I work with adolescents, teens and adults with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions, self-exploration and more. I love a "tough case" and look forward to helping to ease your burden and provide you with support to get through the hard times. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!
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Sade Christian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Sade Christian, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. I use a holistic approach in therapy exploring the impact of systems and environment on the person and their functioning. My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment, and adjustment. I believe therapy is and partnership that requires dedication and honesty. In my treatment, I utilize motivational interviewing, CBT, PCIT, and psychodynamic therapies to support my clients as appropriate.
Hi, my name is Sade Christian, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. I use a holistic approach in therapy exploring the impact of systems and environment on the person and their functioning. My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment, and adjustment. I believe therapy is and partnership that requires dedication and honesty. In my treatment, I utilize motivational interviewing, CBT, PCIT, and psychodynamic therapies to support my clients as appropriate.
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Susana Marquez-Marroquin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I am trained in evidence-based methods but my approach is to look at the individual's strengths. I help them look for solutions rather than be stuck in problem mode. The most common theoretical approaches I use in my work are Solution Focused, CBT, Psychodynamic, and Narrative. I do use other approaches when needed depending on the individual I am working with and what best applies to them.
I am trained in evidence-based methods but my approach is to look at the individual's strengths. I help them look for solutions rather than be stuck in problem mode. The most common theoretical approaches I use in my work are Solution Focused, CBT, Psychodynamic, and Narrative. I do use other approaches when needed depending on the individual I am working with and what best applies to them.
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Hi! I'm Shruti Patel, a first-generation, South Asian woman. I'm a passionate expressive art, integrative therapist and I enjoy working with children ages 6-12. I best serve individuals ages 6-12 who are coping with life stressors, looking to build their self-esteem, adjusting to changes, or having difficulty understanding and managing anxiety and depression. Healing isn't linear and the process can feel lonely, confusing, and sometimes the waves can be hard to manage.
Hi! I'm Shruti Patel, a first-generation, South Asian woman. I'm a passionate expressive art, integrative therapist and I enjoy working with children ages 6-12. I best serve individuals ages 6-12 who are coping with life stressors, looking to build their self-esteem, adjusting to changes, or having difficulty understanding and managing anxiety and depression. Healing isn't linear and the process can feel lonely, confusing, and sometimes the waves can be hard to manage.
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Monica Blandford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Monica, I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist no 146445. I believe that each person has their own unique journey and I believe that it is important to use an individualized approach to help clients. I work to develop positive relationships with my clients with a foundation of both trust and honesty. I try to adapt my style to the needs of my client but generally try to provide information using an informal approach that can be easily understood by others.
My name is Monica, I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist no 146445. I believe that each person has their own unique journey and I believe that it is important to use an individualized approach to help clients. I work to develop positive relationships with my clients with a foundation of both trust and honesty. I try to adapt my style to the needs of my client but generally try to provide information using an informal approach that can be easily understood by others.
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Peggy Zherdev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi. My name is Peggy Zherdev, LCSW 120636. I provide therapy with a client-centered, strengths approach focused on meeting my clients where they are to help them get to a better place. The clients I work with are struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, understanding neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism) relationship issues, and/or grief.
Hi. My name is Peggy Zherdev, LCSW 120636. I provide therapy with a client-centered, strengths approach focused on meeting my clients where they are to help them get to a better place. The clients I work with are struggling with any of the following: anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, understanding neurodivergence (ADHD or Autism) relationship issues, and/or grief.
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I provide a safe space for clients to discuss persistent thoughts and feelings. I work from an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and warm perspective, whereby clients leave their sessions feeling hopeful and empowered. As your therapist, I will stand beside you to support you on your life’s journey as you gather and discover your own inner strength and resiliency.
I provide a safe space for clients to discuss persistent thoughts and feelings. I work from an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and warm perspective, whereby clients leave their sessions feeling hopeful and empowered. As your therapist, I will stand beside you to support you on your life’s journey as you gather and discover your own inner strength and resiliency.
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Lauren Muecke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Lauren Muecke, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based out of San Diego, California. I have worked in both outpatient settings and crisis intervention settings supporting clients in their mental health and substance use experiences. I have several years of experience working with children, teens, adolescents, and their parents with individual and family therapy sessions. I have worked with all ages in the lifespan in crisis intervention settings. My approach to therapy will vary based on each client's unique presentation and therapy goals.
My name is Lauren Muecke, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based out of San Diego, California. I have worked in both outpatient settings and crisis intervention settings supporting clients in their mental health and substance use experiences. I have several years of experience working with children, teens, adolescents, and their parents with individual and family therapy sessions. I have worked with all ages in the lifespan in crisis intervention settings. My approach to therapy will vary based on each client's unique presentation and therapy goals.
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Dawn De La Mater
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Dawn De La Mater. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 146033. I am client centered. I am direct and very caring. I genuinely have your best interest at heart. I use CBT DBT psychotherapy humanistic and gestalt. I work with a wide variety of people from children to the elderly as well as couples and families I work with depression, anxiety, borderline, anti-social, drug and alcohol addiction, and severe mental health conditions, and open to new experiences.
Hello, my name is Dawn De La Mater. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 146033. I am client centered. I am direct and very caring. I genuinely have your best interest at heart. I use CBT DBT psychotherapy humanistic and gestalt. I work with a wide variety of people from children to the elderly as well as couples and families I work with depression, anxiety, borderline, anti-social, drug and alcohol addiction, and severe mental health conditions, and open to new experiences.
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Sarah Beck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Sarah Beck and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specialize in mood and stress disorders, as well as substance use, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in reaching their goals.
My name is Sarah Beck and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specialize in mood and stress disorders, as well as substance use, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in reaching their goals.
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Philip Urbina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Philip Urbina, LCSW. My approach is that of someone who is here for the journey of your personal emotional growth. We all deal with different stressors and pressures we place on ourselves. I would like to help you with taking the weight off and finding a safe place to heal and move forward. I focus on depression, anxiety, life changes, and bereavement.
Philip Urbina, LCSW. My approach is that of someone who is here for the journey of your personal emotional growth. We all deal with different stressors and pressures we place on ourselves. I would like to help you with taking the weight off and finding a safe place to heal and move forward. I focus on depression, anxiety, life changes, and bereavement.
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My name is Alia Shahi and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ojai, California, and providing services statewide through Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I love working with clients who are motivated to gain a greater sense of self and who desire to acknowledge and shift the patterns that are no longer serving them. I am committed to your growth and well-being as we navigate the conscious and unconscious processes that influence your life.
My name is Alia Shahi and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ojai, California, and providing services statewide through Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I love working with clients who are motivated to gain a greater sense of self and who desire to acknowledge and shift the patterns that are no longer serving them. I am committed to your growth and well-being as we navigate the conscious and unconscious processes that influence your life.
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Rochelle Ashton-Beasley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Rochelle Ashton and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I have 14 years of clinical experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of life challenges and mental health disorders. I utilize different treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, EMDR, PCIT, and many more based on the needs of the client.
My name is Rochelle Ashton and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I have 14 years of clinical experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of life challenges and mental health disorders. I utilize different treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, EMDR, PCIT, and many more based on the needs of the client.
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Kathey Wilborn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello, I am the Reverend Dr. Kathey M. Wilborn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW15195) for the past 34 years with a history working with multi-generational client-children, youth, and adults. I have a passion for each person to live to their full potential physically, spiritually, financially, emotionally, and psychologically. My therapeutic approach is using a client-centered approach. I work to learn about the distress being experienced through a psycho-social assessment.
Hello, I am the Reverend Dr. Kathey M. Wilborn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW15195) for the past 34 years with a history working with multi-generational client-children, youth, and adults. I have a passion for each person to live to their full potential physically, spiritually, financially, emotionally, and psychologically. My therapeutic approach is using a client-centered approach. I work to learn about the distress being experienced through a psycho-social assessment.
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Joanna Schrudder
Marriage & Family Therapist, 12902 F
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Joanna. I have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2013 and have worked in the mental health field with individuals, children, and families for over 20 years. I use a variety of approaches based on the individual and want to provide my clients with the best approach to meet their needs. I have experience working with all ages and backgrounds and am dedicated to helping others reach their full potential in life. Whether you are having difficulties managing your child’s behaviors, are dealing with anxiety or depression, or are struggling with a drastic change or transition in your life I want to help.
Hi! My name is Joanna. I have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2013 and have worked in the mental health field with individuals, children, and families for over 20 years. I use a variety of approaches based on the individual and want to provide my clients with the best approach to meet their needs. I have experience working with all ages and backgrounds and am dedicated to helping others reach their full potential in life. Whether you are having difficulties managing your child’s behaviors, are dealing with anxiety or depression, or are struggling with a drastic change or transition in your life I want to help.