Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Sausalito, CA

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Kelly Werner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965
Using a blend of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), I help clients reconnect with their true selves.
Welcome to my practice. I believe that at our core, each of us is healthy, whole, and deeply worthy of love and fulfillment. However, life's challenges and our natural coping mechanisms can sometimes create barriers that keep us from fully accessing and living from this best version of ourselves.
Using a blend of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), I help clients reconnect with their true selves.
Welcome to my practice. I believe that at our core, each of us is healthy, whole, and deeply worthy of love and fulfillment. However, life's challenges and our natural coping mechanisms can sometimes create barriers that keep us from fully accessing and living from this best version of ourselves.
(415) 358-6873 View (415) 358-6873
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Jaclyn Grad
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
I am well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness.
I have over a decade of experience in the field of clinical psychology. My main priority is helping clients to live a well-balanced and satisfying life. I have particular expertise in helping clients who are experiencing high stress, anxiety, OCD, grief, depression, or trauma. I also incorporate work on lifestyle components impacting mood such as sleep, weight management, nutrition, exercise, health concerns, and meditation.
I am well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness.
I have over a decade of experience in the field of clinical psychology. My main priority is helping clients to live a well-balanced and satisfying life. I have particular expertise in helping clients who are experiencing high stress, anxiety, OCD, grief, depression, or trauma. I also incorporate work on lifestyle components impacting mood such as sleep, weight management, nutrition, exercise, health concerns, and meditation.
(415) 358-7556 View (415) 358-7556
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Mariel Fiedler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
I am a person-centered, relational therapist who is warm. I honor my clients as the experts of their lives and enjoy forming a collaboration with the people I work with. I enjoy elements of psychoanalysis, especially if the outcome is greater acceptance and care for self. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can help rewrite stories that we tell ourselves about ourselves, as well as how we show up in relationships. I have been providing individual therapy services specific to the LGBTQ+ community since December 2020.
I am a person-centered, relational therapist who is warm. I honor my clients as the experts of their lives and enjoy forming a collaboration with the people I work with. I enjoy elements of psychoanalysis, especially if the outcome is greater acceptance and care for self. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can help rewrite stories that we tell ourselves about ourselves, as well as how we show up in relationships. I have been providing individual therapy services specific to the LGBTQ+ community since December 2020.
(510) 617-1564 View (510) 617-1564
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Rose Markotic
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
My counseling style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. Together we will examine the areas you'd like to focus on in therapy and establish goals. I will ask for your active participation and introduce tools to help you reduce symptoms, build more positive thinking, and establish lifelong skills. I use a TEAM-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction methods into my practice.
My counseling style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. Together we will examine the areas you'd like to focus on in therapy and establish goals. I will ask for your active participation and introduce tools to help you reduce symptoms, build more positive thinking, and establish lifelong skills. I use a TEAM-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction methods into my practice.
(415) 727-8107 View (415) 727-8107
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Alyssa Steiger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965
Treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT as well as existential and humanistic approaches.
Are you stuck in unhealthy patterns that you don't know how to break? Or struggling with something and thinking you might need extra support? Whether we tackle long-standing issues or address an immediate problem, you will find this integrative therapy useful and be grateful you took up this endeavor. I have a very modern, honest and direct style of communicating that allows us to focus on your goals in a collaborative and constructive way, but more importantly, in a way that makes sense to you.
Treatment modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT as well as existential and humanistic approaches.
Are you stuck in unhealthy patterns that you don't know how to break? Or struggling with something and thinking you might need extra support? Whether we tackle long-standing issues or address an immediate problem, you will find this integrative therapy useful and be grateful you took up this endeavor. I have a very modern, honest and direct style of communicating that allows us to focus on your goals in a collaborative and constructive way, but more importantly, in a way that makes sense to you.
(628) 227-6278 View (628) 227-6278
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Claire Michele Neumann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965
Welcome! I am a therapist and actor aiming to help you discover your most authentic self and deepest desires. I specialize in bringing the transformational power of theatre and improvisation into the therapeutic space, allowing you to safely explore deep pain and access profound joy. I aim to uplift and heal by employing joy, warmth, comedy, creative arts therapy, and an eclectic array of therapeutic modalities (CBT, mindfulness, ACT, REBT, psychodrama, psychoanalysis, Motivational Interviewing, etc.). I am incredibly patient, strengths-based, and adapt my modalities to the specific needs of each client's unique experience.
Welcome! I am a therapist and actor aiming to help you discover your most authentic self and deepest desires. I specialize in bringing the transformational power of theatre and improvisation into the therapeutic space, allowing you to safely explore deep pain and access profound joy. I aim to uplift and heal by employing joy, warmth, comedy, creative arts therapy, and an eclectic array of therapeutic modalities (CBT, mindfulness, ACT, REBT, psychodrama, psychoanalysis, Motivational Interviewing, etc.). I am incredibly patient, strengths-based, and adapt my modalities to the specific needs of each client's unique experience.
(510) 405-9955 View (510) 405-9955
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Nicholas Lawrence Seibel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
Nice to meet you! My name is Nicholas and I am excited to meet with you. I am a California local born and raised in Los Angeles but now reside in San Francisco. I received my education in San Francisco and thrive in a city full of advanced technology and innovation. Combining both evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy and the mindfulness of Buddhist teachings, Acceptance and Commitment therapy has proven healing and useful to many clients. I also enjoy working through your childhood experiences. Together, I can help you develop the competency to face your past, find comfort in the present, and look forward to the future.
Nice to meet you! My name is Nicholas and I am excited to meet with you. I am a California local born and raised in Los Angeles but now reside in San Francisco. I received my education in San Francisco and thrive in a city full of advanced technology and innovation. Combining both evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy and the mindfulness of Buddhist teachings, Acceptance and Commitment therapy has proven healing and useful to many clients. I also enjoy working through your childhood experiences. Together, I can help you develop the competency to face your past, find comfort in the present, and look forward to the future.
(760) 276-6437 View (760) 276-6437
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Rebekah B. Tinker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965
Weeding out what holds us captive in doubt, while empowering individuality and acceptance of self.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. My hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.
Weeding out what holds us captive in doubt, while empowering individuality and acceptance of self.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is built from trust and sincerity. My hope is to hold space for a genuine connection that fosters dynamic self reflection. Looking deeper into the layers of experience that inform our internal gaze and external lens, and what we intrinsically value and believe. Whether you are looking to unravel patterns of codependency, improve communication with your partner(s), or navigate through body shame and disordered eating, I see opportunity for clarity and resolve.
(415) 534-4113 View (415) 534-4113
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Krystelina Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965
I am committed to providing quality counseling with emphasis on compassion, acceptance, personal, and relational growth. My practice specializes in individual functioning and relationships by improving communication and emotional regulation. Me comprometo a proporcionar servicios de asesoramiento y consulta de calidad con énfasis en la compasión, el crecimiento personal y relacional. Mi práctica se especializa en mejorar el funcionamiento y las relaciones individuales al mejorar la comunicación y la inteligencia emocional.
I am committed to providing quality counseling with emphasis on compassion, acceptance, personal, and relational growth. My practice specializes in individual functioning and relationships by improving communication and emotional regulation. Me comprometo a proporcionar servicios de asesoramiento y consulta de calidad con énfasis en la compasión, el crecimiento personal y relacional. Mi práctica se especializa en mejorar el funcionamiento y las relaciones individuales al mejorar la comunicación y la inteligencia emocional.
(760) 691-5240 View (760) 691-5240
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Laura D. Stewart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
I am a people person. I am passionate about my work because I love what I do. I am a good listener. My style is laid back and I provide an emotionally safe environment, without judgment, for all my clients. Personally I have been married for 20 years and am familiar with blended family dynamics with bio and step-children. I am a cancer survivor and currently care for my elderly parent.
I am a people person. I am passionate about my work because I love what I do. I am a good listener. My style is laid back and I provide an emotionally safe environment, without judgment, for all my clients. Personally I have been married for 20 years and am familiar with blended family dynamics with bio and step-children. I am a cancer survivor and currently care for my elderly parent.
(415) 462-4922 View (415) 462-4922
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Pamela Taylor, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965
Often times children, adolescents and their family members may not know what they want or need. As an experienced therapist, I work collaboratively to help understand how thoughts, feelings and actions are connected. Many clients are struggling with relationships, personal, academic or professional goals. We will examine the root causes, behavioral challenges and environmental factors which may contributing. Understanding the therapeutic alliance between client and therapist is key to exploring issues, I offer a genuine, empathic and nonjudgemental approach that helps clients feel at ease and safe to explore these issues.
Often times children, adolescents and their family members may not know what they want or need. As an experienced therapist, I work collaboratively to help understand how thoughts, feelings and actions are connected. Many clients are struggling with relationships, personal, academic or professional goals. We will examine the root causes, behavioral challenges and environmental factors which may contributing. Understanding the therapeutic alliance between client and therapist is key to exploring issues, I offer a genuine, empathic and nonjudgemental approach that helps clients feel at ease and safe to explore these issues.
(415) 687-3259 View (415) 687-3259
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Grace Schwartz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Marin County, California. In my practice, I offer individual psychotherapy and psychological consultation to adults and adolescents. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping patients effectively address the concerns they are experiencing.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Marin County, California. In my practice, I offer individual psychotherapy and psychological consultation to adults and adolescents. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping patients effectively address the concerns they are experiencing.
(415) 528-5610 View (415) 528-5610
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Tanya Hunt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
I aspire to provide treatment with an emphasis on health and well-being, stress reduction, and diversity from a whole-person health perspective (physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual). I provide treatment using evidenced-based therapies using a holistic approach. As a clinician, it is important to be aware of all aspects of culture that may pertain to an individual and gain the tools and strategies to most effectively assist a person. I believe it's important to emphasize collaborative shared decision-making that creates an environment for a client-centered strength-based approach.
I aspire to provide treatment with an emphasis on health and well-being, stress reduction, and diversity from a whole-person health perspective (physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual). I provide treatment using evidenced-based therapies using a holistic approach. As a clinician, it is important to be aware of all aspects of culture that may pertain to an individual and gain the tools and strategies to most effectively assist a person. I believe it's important to emphasize collaborative shared decision-making that creates an environment for a client-centered strength-based approach.
(415) 430-9374 View (415) 430-9374
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Becky Newman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
I have a strong training background in behavioral approaches combined with almost 20 years of experience as a licensed psychologist working in a high volume environment. I find the best way to help clients is to be genuine, establish a strong relationship, and work hard together to help move towards relief and healing.
I have a strong training background in behavioral approaches combined with almost 20 years of experience as a licensed psychologist working in a high volume environment. I find the best way to help clients is to be genuine, establish a strong relationship, and work hard together to help move towards relief and healing.
(510) 399-2418 View (510) 399-2418
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Dunya Gilmore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
You are struggling with challenges affecting your relationships, work, social life and, most importantly, yourself. Despite trying to "fix" the problems, they don't go away and you seek clarification and forward movement to get yourself back on track. Complex, yet common, issues around love, family, purpose in life, and doing what truly makes you happy, have become overwhelming and you’re ready to do something different. You may have recently undergone a loss, job change, life change, a psychiatric or medical emergency, and are feeling really depressed and worried. Reach out and let me help get you back on track.
You are struggling with challenges affecting your relationships, work, social life and, most importantly, yourself. Despite trying to "fix" the problems, they don't go away and you seek clarification and forward movement to get yourself back on track. Complex, yet common, issues around love, family, purpose in life, and doing what truly makes you happy, have become overwhelming and you’re ready to do something different. You may have recently undergone a loss, job change, life change, a psychiatric or medical emergency, and are feeling really depressed and worried. Reach out and let me help get you back on track.
(415) 855-2533 View (415) 855-2533
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Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
Through experience and my own research, I have developed an integrated approach to therapy. I begin by providing education around symptoms as well as developing collaborative goals in order to reduce severity of symptoms.
Through experience and my own research, I have developed an integrated approach to therapy. I begin by providing education around symptoms as well as developing collaborative goals in order to reduce severity of symptoms.
(424) 221-8816 View (424) 221-8816
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Christina Shelby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
I have been working as a therapist since 2011, and have extensive experience working with PTSD, CPTSD, depression, panic disorders, burnout, stress, and loss. I approach therapy from an attachment-based perspective and a client-centered perspective. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and also have a lot of experience working with communication in dating and relational issues, boundaries in family dynamics, and people with high-pressure jobs.
I have been working as a therapist since 2011, and have extensive experience working with PTSD, CPTSD, depression, panic disorders, burnout, stress, and loss. I approach therapy from an attachment-based perspective and a client-centered perspective. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and also have a lot of experience working with communication in dating and relational issues, boundaries in family dynamics, and people with high-pressure jobs.
(415) 322-7073 View (415) 322-7073
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Elizabeth Alcaraz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience working with individuals and families on their journey to improve their mental health and well-being. I provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental, and strength based approach.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience working with individuals and families on their journey to improve their mental health and well-being. I provide a safe, caring, non-judgmental, and strength based approach.
(415) 849-4915 View (415) 849-4915
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Coreen Lucero-Perkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sausalito, CA 94965  (Online Only)
With over 15 years of extensive experience and training, I consider myself an eclectic, utilizing the modality most appropriate to effect change. I believe in clients' self-determination, strengths and innate capacity to work toward and develop coping skills to live a valued life.
With over 15 years of extensive experience and training, I consider myself an eclectic, utilizing the modality most appropriate to effect change. I believe in clients' self-determination, strengths and innate capacity to work toward and develop coping skills to live a valued life.
(415) 689-7278 View (415) 689-7278
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Cecile Binmoeller
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Sausalito, CA 94965
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based therapy and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. My expertise is in serving individuals struggling with issues related to anxiety (i.e. OCD, phobias, panic, social anxiety, selective mutism, separation anxiety), mood (i.e. depression, emotion dysregulation, bipolar), ADHD, Autism, trauma, eating disorders, behavioral challenges, and learning difficulties. I also provide consultation to parents and schools. My approach is grounded in empirically supported treatments, which I adapt to meet the unique strengths and needs of each individual.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based therapy and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. My expertise is in serving individuals struggling with issues related to anxiety (i.e. OCD, phobias, panic, social anxiety, selective mutism, separation anxiety), mood (i.e. depression, emotion dysregulation, bipolar), ADHD, Autism, trauma, eating disorders, behavioral challenges, and learning difficulties. I also provide consultation to parents and schools. My approach is grounded in empirically supported treatments, which I adapt to meet the unique strengths and needs of each individual.
(415) 890-6310 View (415) 890-6310
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.