Narrative Therapists in San Ramon, CA

I work with adults, couples and seniors. I use an integrative, narrative and Cognitive Therapeutic Approach. Living in the East Bay for 20+ years has allowed me to connect with the community and collaborate care with some of our finest health professionals. Insight Wellness Center is a beautiful healing space with passionate therapists who see patients and clients from 6 years old to 100+. I am an LCSW and a Dr. of Natural Health Sciences-Board Certified in Integrative Medicines. I offer Video conferencing/Telehealth Services and in office appointments.

We all have unique perspectives in the world and often our identities are at the forefront of our conflict with ourselves and environments. As a 1st-Gen Hmong Queer person I know the challenges of navigating our intersecting identities and relationships. I engage with individuals of all ages who want to take the next step in their life journeys. I have helped many individuals and families experiencing symptoms of depression, trauma, anxiety, gender dysphoria, navigating challenging relationships, and much more.

Whether simple change, or complete transformation, a personal goal of becoming more aware, resolving inner conflict, committing to personal therapy is a significant step in the direction of accomplishing your goal. Therapy with Jamie Franklin is a sacred space. A space where your comfort and vulnerability are prioritized to achieve maximum safety to explore thoughts, feelings, actions, and patterns. I enjoy witnessing the enlightenment process as well as cheering on clients as they reach their full potential. I work from a posture of genuine curiosity to assist clients achieve their desired change.

Hello there! I'm Nicole "Nikki" Abeleda, and I'm thrilled to connect with you. I proudly identify as a First-Generation Queer Filipinx, embracing she/they/siya pronouns. If you’re navigating the intricate intersection of mental health and identity as an LGBTQIA+, BIPOC individual, remember you’re not alone. My ideal client is someone prepared to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. I collaborate with those recognizing the significance of their unique narrative, eager to (re)imagine their space in the world.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a collaborative and straightforward style. My approach is to work with you to understand and identify patterns that are interfering with your interpersonal relationships or blocking your potential, to embrace and own your strengths, and to find healthy ways to change or cope with the parts of your life that aren't working well.

My primary experience is working with children and adolescents and their families in coping with life's stressors, more significant mental health symptoms and medical conditions, developing effective coping and communication patterns. In treatment, it is my goal to work alongside your child and you to find resources and coping skills to handle overwhelming experiences. My dog Sammy, a therapy dog, supports children suffering from anxiety about therapy and provides a safe place to process difficult emotions. I have a chronic disabiling medical condition and I specialize working with children with disabilities.

As a psychologist, I provide psychotherapy and psychological evaluation services. I typically utilize a CBT approach when providing psychotherapy. However, each parent and client comes to therapy with specific concerns which they would like addressed. To provide the most effective treatment, other modalities may be incorporated after taking into account concerns, diagnosis, and age. Whether it's CBT, mindfulness techniques, ACT, schema therapy, Gottman method, or narrative therapy, our sessions will be unique and goal driven.

I can attest,having worked with many clients over the years, I have witnessed time and time again the true value that a psychotherapeutic relationship can provide. Through hard work, growing authenticity, and commitment, a therapeutic relationship brings forth genuine opportunities for new & useful insight, new eye opening perspectives, the application of new and working coping skills, a freedom from debilitating challenges like anxiety, panic, depression, a renewed & focused life plan, significant transformational changes, and more. Therapy can have a significant impact, once you make the powerful decision to seek treatment, and develop new belief that life can be different.

I believe in meeting the diverse needs of each individual. I pride myself on being a warm, approachable and nonjudgmental therapist in order to promote a safe and supportive therapeutic space. I believe authenticity in therapy is important for me and for you in order to build a strong therapeutic alliance. I believe empathy and compassion are fundamental in therapy while I support you and your transformation in therapy. I aim to promote self-awareness in creative and unique ways in session while you explore your life experiences and challenges in session.

Often, those who come to a therapist want to feel better, solve a problem, make sense of a past or current difficulty. Are you ready to learn to communicate or listen more effectively ? Do you want to enjoy more fulfilling relationships? Is stress interfering with you living your best life?

Have you ever thought over the different moments and experiences in your life and wondered “How has this impacted who I am?” Or maybe you’re wrestling with the big existential questions of life: “Who am I?” “What brings me purpose and fulfillment?” “How do I deal with the disappointments of my life and things that are out of my control?” If so, you’re not alone. What all of the above have in common is a deep desire to understand. That desire may be to better understand your life story and who you are, how to deal with life, how to move forward. All of this can be explored in therapy.

Thank you for taking the first step towards improving your mental health! Finding a provider who is an appropriate fit for you can feel overwhelming, so I want to acknowledge your effort at this moment. As a Bay Area, California native, I have a unique background in working with folks of different backgrounds, and particularly have a passion working with BIPOC (Black/Indigenous People of Color) individuals. I also consider myself an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community and have extensive experience proudly serving those community members as well.

Reaching out for help can feel awkward and overwhelming, so finding the right therapist is crucial. My goal is to provide you the right support with curiosity, compassion, and skilled intervention. We will work collaboratively through a treatment plan while paying close attention to your unique personality, cultural background, and family context. Let's work together to address the concerns you bring to therapy that will help you achieve balance, emotional stabilization, and improved quality of life, with respect to your investment of time and financial resources.

Hi there! I'm Olivea Zimmerman, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (144171) providing in-person therapy to couples, adults, and teens near San Ramon & the Tri-Valley. I know it can feel awkward and sometimes overwhelming to find the right therapist when you're starting your search, so I'm glad you are here. As a therapist, I strive to provide a supportive, compassionate, and warm environment where we work together to overcome the issues you are seeking support with. I primarily serve the Tri-Valley, San Ramon, and Danville and am supervised by Michelle Ritenour (LMFT 51357) and employed by Ritenour Counseling.

HELP! WE NEED HELP!!! Treehouse Family Counseling Services has successfully treated individuals and families in the Tri-Valley area for over 20 years. Life is full of challenges and sometimes those challenges need extra help to figure out. We are master level practitioners specializing in work with individuals, children, teens, adults and families. Do you need someone who will really listen and help you or your family members figure things out? We work as a treatment team to ensure that your family is thriving. Growth and healing start here because this is a safe place for the whole family heal.

Know Thyself! Jenny believes that everyone carries a powerful tool inside them that makes everything possible! By learning about the resources and positive inner-tools that you already own, you can better understand yourself, your troubles, and the choices that you can make. Jenny helps you to become aware of your options, while helping you understand how to utilize them with your inner-strengths and tools.

As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth longstanding behavioral patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Are you a burned out, high-achieving woman of color? Does it seem like you are constantly overwhelmed and have been putting your mental health last on your “to do” list? Are you struggling with placing healthy boundaries and making yourself a priority? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. I know seeking help can be hard. You’ve likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years, but I'm so glad you have taken the courageous step of being here.

I have practiced as an Integrative Movement Psychotherapist for over 17 years and believe that true healing shines through when we work with the whole self-the body, the mind and spirit. As a body-mind therapist I bring in an eclectic mix of psychodynamic theories, strengths based practice, CBT, dance and movement therapy, expressive arts, eco-therapy and mindfulness work to my practice.