Sexual Abuse Therapists in Pleasanton, CA
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Skylar Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Hello! It is my honor and passion to help bring about meaningful, positive change in your life. My approach coalesces research-based practices and psychological insight, drawing from attachment, emotion-focused therapy, internal family systems, and somatic psychology. I value collaboration and partnership in the therapeutic process in order to instill a sense of agency and empowerment that you innately possess. As your therapist, I am empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental, patient, and open. My focus is to help you process and heal from life’s challenges and transgressions; you deserve to live a fulfilling, peaceful life.
Hello! It is my honor and passion to help bring about meaningful, positive change in your life. My approach coalesces research-based practices and psychological insight, drawing from attachment, emotion-focused therapy, internal family systems, and somatic psychology. I value collaboration and partnership in the therapeutic process in order to instill a sense of agency and empowerment that you innately possess. As your therapist, I am empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental, patient, and open. My focus is to help you process and heal from life’s challenges and transgressions; you deserve to live a fulfilling, peaceful life.
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Anna Elise Loprieno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Elise Loprieno, LMFT reporting for duty! I believe Play is an antidote to perfectionism, and my favorite intervention is something I call "exposure to compliments" which helps to build a sense of safety in the practice of being kind & gentle with ourselves. Self-compassion (or lack thereof) is often at the root of many other struggles in the mental wellness realm. By working in a trauma-informed way to heal the roots of your metaphorical plant, we can make a much bigger impact on creating a more easeful daily lived experience for you with much less time and effort than other more specific approaches.
Elise Loprieno, LMFT reporting for duty! I believe Play is an antidote to perfectionism, and my favorite intervention is something I call "exposure to compliments" which helps to build a sense of safety in the practice of being kind & gentle with ourselves. Self-compassion (or lack thereof) is often at the root of many other struggles in the mental wellness realm. By working in a trauma-informed way to heal the roots of your metaphorical plant, we can make a much bigger impact on creating a more easeful daily lived experience for you with much less time and effort than other more specific approaches.
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Sharon Brandon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Sharon Brandon, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT). I have 25 years of working with illness, work-related issues, relationships, trauma, addiction, parenting, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other issues.
Hi there! My name is Sharon Brandon, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT). I have 25 years of working with illness, work-related issues, relationships, trauma, addiction, parenting, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other issues.
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Sarah J Ou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of CA. I have experience working with children, families, and older adults. Throughout the years, I have found my passion working with women and older adults. Whatever brings you on your search for a therapist, whether it be trauma or loss, you don't have to walk through it alone. The biggest influence on my therapy practice is my own experience in therapy. Going to therapy is hard work (not to mention expensive!) - but I saw measurable differences in myself. This is data I draw upon when I say that change is always possible.
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of CA. I have experience working with children, families, and older adults. Throughout the years, I have found my passion working with women and older adults. Whatever brings you on your search for a therapist, whether it be trauma or loss, you don't have to walk through it alone. The biggest influence on my therapy practice is my own experience in therapy. Going to therapy is hard work (not to mention expensive!) - but I saw measurable differences in myself. This is data I draw upon when I say that change is always possible.
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My name is Ana Gallardo and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, and I provide telehealth services for clients nationwide. I work with adults and children, and I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress. The theoretical orientations I use most in my practice are, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reduce anxiety and mood disorders and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD and trauma-related experiences by replacing negative memories with positive ones. My goal for you is to teach you tools that you can use to better help yourself.
My name is Ana Gallardo and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, and I provide telehealth services for clients nationwide. I work with adults and children, and I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress. The theoretical orientations I use most in my practice are, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reduce anxiety and mood disorders and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD and trauma-related experiences by replacing negative memories with positive ones. My goal for you is to teach you tools that you can use to better help yourself.
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Pablo Blunt-Canosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Paul! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Fresno, California, currently providing telehealth services. I work with adults and specialize in treatment for trauma, anxiety, and depression symptoms through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or Cognitive Processing Therapy, to aid in managing symptoms and recovery.
Hello, I'm Paul! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Fresno, California, currently providing telehealth services. I work with adults and specialize in treatment for trauma, anxiety, and depression symptoms through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or Cognitive Processing Therapy, to aid in managing symptoms and recovery.
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My name is Gina Pallotta, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I work with clients statewide in California via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Therapy is individualized based on the unique needs of each client utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on the interactions of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My approach to therapy is to create a safe and accepting space for my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Therapy is personalized building upon their strengths and learning effective coping and communication skills.
My name is Gina Pallotta, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I work with clients statewide in California via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Therapy is individualized based on the unique needs of each client utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on the interactions of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My approach to therapy is to create a safe and accepting space for my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. Therapy is personalized building upon their strengths and learning effective coping and communication skills.
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Melissa Tines
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Melissa Tines and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My therapeutic style is characterized by attunement, compassion, directness, and warmth. The therapy room is a space where we address not only personal concerns but also the broader influences shaping your well-being, including social, cultural, and political factors.
My name is Melissa Tines and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My therapeutic style is characterized by attunement, compassion, directness, and warmth. The therapy room is a space where we address not only personal concerns but also the broader influences shaping your well-being, including social, cultural, and political factors.
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Ofelia Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Ofelia Johnson, and I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about helping individuals work through traumatic experiences to increase hope and a healthier view of their lives. I have several years working with children, families, couples, and individuals in a variety of settings such as outpatient, residential, substance facilities, and community behavioral health. I use different approaches to best fit each individual's needs within the lens of trauma-informed care.
My name is Ofelia Johnson, and I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. I am passionate about helping individuals work through traumatic experiences to increase hope and a healthier view of their lives. I have several years working with children, families, couples, and individuals in a variety of settings such as outpatient, residential, substance facilities, and community behavioral health. I use different approaches to best fit each individual's needs within the lens of trauma-informed care.
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Tri-Valley Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94568
Our mission is to provide health, healing, hope and wholeness to those hurting in and around our community. Our goal is to foster awareness, insight and change that can help a person move from surviving life to thriving in life. We see individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children. Mandarin and Spanish-speaking therapists are available at this time as well.
Our mission is to provide health, healing, hope and wholeness to those hurting in and around our community. Our goal is to foster awareness, insight and change that can help a person move from surviving life to thriving in life. We see individuals, couples, families, adolescents and children. Mandarin and Spanish-speaking therapists are available at this time as well.
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Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
Hello! My name is Robin Inouye, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California License 15119. The primary focus of my practice is on treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, including trauma resulting in PTSD, and helping those coping with stressful life transitions, including military lifestyle issues. Although I only treat adults at this time, I have extensive training and expertise in working with children of all ages.
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Jessica Cerda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Jessica Cerda, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a therapist, I seek to truly understand and validate my clients’ experiences above all else. No two people or life experiences are the same and by continuously remaining curious about my clients’ experiences, it’s amazing how far back we can uncover unhealed trauma, history, and patterns.
Hi, I'm Jessica Cerda, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a therapist, I seek to truly understand and validate my clients’ experiences above all else. No two people or life experiences are the same and by continuously remaining curious about my clients’ experiences, it’s amazing how far back we can uncover unhealed trauma, history, and patterns.
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Dorthina Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Dorthina Morris, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate their personal and relational challenges. I enjoy working with teenagers, couples, and adults, offering compassionate and tailored support to each client. I am dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and build stronger relationships. I enjoy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy in my practice.
My name is Dorthina Morris, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate their personal and relational challenges. I enjoy working with teenagers, couples, and adults, offering compassionate and tailored support to each client. I am dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and build stronger relationships. I enjoy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Narrative Therapy in my practice.
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Tanyna Sosa-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi there! I’m Tanyna (Tee), LCSW. I grew up as an undocumented Afro-Latina and now strive to serve BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and families. My style of therapy works towards recognizing and honoring an individual’s uniqueness. I then form a tailored approach which may include CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, strength-based practices, motivational interviewing, holistic approaches, and other working modalities.
Hi there! I’m Tanyna (Tee), LCSW. I grew up as an undocumented Afro-Latina and now strive to serve BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals and families. My style of therapy works towards recognizing and honoring an individual’s uniqueness. I then form a tailored approach which may include CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, strength-based practices, motivational interviewing, holistic approaches, and other working modalities.
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Hi, I'm Lisa Kim. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC 49076) who is client-centered and driven to collaborate with clients in search of solution-focused ideas to overcome barriers. I am an experienced psychotherapist and MFT with a demonstrated history of working in community mental health and the hospital/healthcare industry. My specializations include child/adolescent developmental psychology, family systems, trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, and spiritual counseling since 2007.
Hi, I'm Lisa Kim. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC 49076) who is client-centered and driven to collaborate with clients in search of solution-focused ideas to overcome barriers. I am an experienced psychotherapist and MFT with a demonstrated history of working in community mental health and the hospital/healthcare industry. My specializations include child/adolescent developmental psychology, family systems, trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, and spiritual counseling since 2007.
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Stephanie Downs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I am Stephanie Downs, LMFT since 2011. Getting to know you, what is and isn't working for you in life, and collaborating to establish new and different approaches to find your truth and create the life you desire. I typically work with and have had a lot of success treating adult clients (18yo+) who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or a history of trauma. My goal is to create a comfortable and accepting environment, where clients feel therapeutically held and understood so that all the light and the shadows in life can be explored, examined, and begin to create room for change.
I am Stephanie Downs, LMFT since 2011. Getting to know you, what is and isn't working for you in life, and collaborating to establish new and different approaches to find your truth and create the life you desire. I typically work with and have had a lot of success treating adult clients (18yo+) who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or a history of trauma. My goal is to create a comfortable and accepting environment, where clients feel therapeutically held and understood so that all the light and the shadows in life can be explored, examined, and begin to create room for change.
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Samara Cardona Espinoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Samara Cardona and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a social worker at heart which means I like to explore all the areas that are impacting my patient's life such as family values, work, relationships, culture, and other intersections of life.
Hi, my name is Samara Cardona and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a social worker at heart which means I like to explore all the areas that are impacting my patient's life such as family values, work, relationships, culture, and other intersections of life.
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Hello, I'm Andrea Martel, an LCSW with over 25 years of experience with individuals with various challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and relationship issues. I also counsel clients who are LGBTQIA+, have parenting issues, infertility and postpartum depression, and have substance abuse issues. My training and skills are in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, and Client-centered modalities. I feel the relationship with your counselor is paramount, and I want you to feel safe. I will meet you where you are and help you through your journey.
Hello, I'm Andrea Martel, an LCSW with over 25 years of experience with individuals with various challenges such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, and relationship issues. I also counsel clients who are LGBTQIA+, have parenting issues, infertility and postpartum depression, and have substance abuse issues. My training and skills are in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-based therapy, and Client-centered modalities. I feel the relationship with your counselor is paramount, and I want you to feel safe. I will meet you where you are and help you through your journey.
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Hannah Steffenino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Depending on the client that I am treating, this will determine what our sessions will look like. I am here to help you meet your needs while challenging you to be the best version of you! This may look like us digging into childhood trauma, exploring underlying anger issues, or discussing how to better manage your anxiety. My approach to therapy includes using interventions from Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems Theory, and Psychodynamic Theory. When I am not doing therapy, I am most likely playing with my Beagle, Phoebe, watching my beloved Philadelphia sports teams, reading thriller novels, or cooking a new meal.
Depending on the client that I am treating, this will determine what our sessions will look like. I am here to help you meet your needs while challenging you to be the best version of you! This may look like us digging into childhood trauma, exploring underlying anger issues, or discussing how to better manage your anxiety. My approach to therapy includes using interventions from Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems Theory, and Psychodynamic Theory. When I am not doing therapy, I am most likely playing with my Beagle, Phoebe, watching my beloved Philadelphia sports teams, reading thriller novels, or cooking a new meal.
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Elissa Duggan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Elissa Duggan, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). My therapeutic approach encourages clients to take the lead in their journey by directing the areas they want to focus on for growth or trauma processing. My focus areas include helping clients process traumatic experiences, build skills in acknowledging all of their feelings, and improve their ability to manage these feelings in a way that feels supportive for them.
My name is Elissa Duggan, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). My therapeutic approach encourages clients to take the lead in their journey by directing the areas they want to focus on for growth or trauma processing. My focus areas include helping clients process traumatic experiences, build skills in acknowledging all of their feelings, and improve their ability to manage these feelings in a way that feels supportive for them.