Attachment-based Therapists in Union City, CA

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Maribel Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Maribel Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) providing Telehealth services to clients in California. I work with adults currently experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and issues in interpersonal relationships. I tailor my sessions to each client's individualistic needs so they can navigate any life adversities they may be experiencing. My approach varies to the needs of each client. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
My name is Maribel Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) providing Telehealth services to clients in California. I work with adults currently experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and issues in interpersonal relationships. I tailor my sessions to each client's individualistic needs so they can navigate any life adversities they may be experiencing. My approach varies to the needs of each client. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
(510) 939-7374 View (510) 939-7374
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Elena Duong
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
Is your life at crossroads? Are you questioning everything, including what you want to do with your life? Do you know what you actually want to do? Growing up, you, who identify as sensitive, introverted, queer, and/or part of the minority, often felt like you don’t fit in. You learned to survive…becoming what other people wanted. As an adult, you realize you aren’t living the life you wanted. If you are of a minority identity and a young working professional, it is also likely no one prepared you for the transition from school to work.
Is your life at crossroads? Are you questioning everything, including what you want to do with your life? Do you know what you actually want to do? Growing up, you, who identify as sensitive, introverted, queer, and/or part of the minority, often felt like you don’t fit in. You learned to survive…becoming what other people wanted. As an adult, you realize you aren’t living the life you wanted. If you are of a minority identity and a young working professional, it is also likely no one prepared you for the transition from school to work.
(510) 738-3067 View (510) 738-3067
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Danielle Gersh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Danielle Gersh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I am a people person. I believe relationships help build trust and I would like to get to know you, so I can better understand what approach fits your needs. I believe different approaches are effective for different folks, since "one size" does not fit all. We can explore your feelings that are holding you back, patterns of behaviors that are not working well for you, and/or focus on how to move past an unexpected event. We will work together to better understand your needs.
My name is Danielle Gersh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I am a people person. I believe relationships help build trust and I would like to get to know you, so I can better understand what approach fits your needs. I believe different approaches are effective for different folks, since "one size" does not fit all. We can explore your feelings that are holding you back, patterns of behaviors that are not working well for you, and/or focus on how to move past an unexpected event. We will work together to better understand your needs.
(510) 454-8417 View (510) 454-8417
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Rana Moradhasel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Hello! My name is Rana Moradhasel. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in CA. I have a collaborative non-judgmental approach to therapy. My main focus is to help clients identify thought patterns that are impacting their quality of life and work towards a solution. I am a client-centered therapist with training in CBT and DBT. I utilize existential, spiritual, and solution-focused tools. I treat anxiety, depression, cognitive distortions (negative thought patterns), mood disorders, grief, and adjustment disorders.
Hello! My name is Rana Moradhasel. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in CA. I have a collaborative non-judgmental approach to therapy. My main focus is to help clients identify thought patterns that are impacting their quality of life and work towards a solution. I am a client-centered therapist with training in CBT and DBT. I utilize existential, spiritual, and solution-focused tools. I treat anxiety, depression, cognitive distortions (negative thought patterns), mood disorders, grief, and adjustment disorders.
(510) 946-1891 View (510) 946-1891
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Kennia Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My work focuses on individuals and couples. I have twelve years of experience treating and helping individuals gain insight, hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges, issues with relationships, self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, anger, problematic coping, and motivation. I strive to help you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships through therapy.
My work focuses on individuals and couples. I have twelve years of experience treating and helping individuals gain insight, hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges, issues with relationships, self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, anger, problematic coping, and motivation. I strive to help you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships through therapy.
(510) 694-0763 View (510) 694-0763
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Denise Padilla
Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Denise Padilla. I earned my master's at University of Southern California. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience over 10 years of experience. My focus is on life transitions, health, inter-generational stress, improving mental health. I am experienced in treating adjustment disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. A safe space with open communication and will meet you where you are on your path to healing and love.
My name is Denise Padilla. I earned my master's at University of Southern California. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience over 10 years of experience. My focus is on life transitions, health, inter-generational stress, improving mental health. I am experienced in treating adjustment disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. A safe space with open communication and will meet you where you are on your path to healing and love.
(510) 694-2463 View (510) 694-2463
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Stephen Prystash
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Stephen T. Prystash, LMFT. I have been licensed to practice since 1988 and have been in private practice since licensure. Over the years I have found that people are generally programmed toward personal fulfillment (self-actualization). With this in mind, my job is to create a safe, comfortable setting where one can explore their personal story and thus grow toward their potential. The Greek philosopher, Socrates said (500 years before the birth of Christ), "the unexamined life was not worth living." In my view, it is this examination that therapy is about at a root level.
Stephen T. Prystash, LMFT. I have been licensed to practice since 1988 and have been in private practice since licensure. Over the years I have found that people are generally programmed toward personal fulfillment (self-actualization). With this in mind, my job is to create a safe, comfortable setting where one can explore their personal story and thus grow toward their potential. The Greek philosopher, Socrates said (500 years before the birth of Christ), "the unexamined life was not worth living." In my view, it is this examination that therapy is about at a root level.
(510) 756-4061 View (510) 756-4061
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Jonathan Mattice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
Welcome and thanks for visiting my site! Communication, it's time to address it. You're right, when communication is going well, things are so much better. I want you to imagine a life where collaborating and feeling truly heard is the norm, not the exception. There is hope! Together, we'll make small, strategic shifts to improve the connection and communication patterns within your relationship. My guidance will help circumvent what I call "Carousel issues", those patterns that keep coming around, time and again. It's time to get off the ride and move forward into what you're relationship can become.
Welcome and thanks for visiting my site! Communication, it's time to address it. You're right, when communication is going well, things are so much better. I want you to imagine a life where collaborating and feeling truly heard is the norm, not the exception. There is hope! Together, we'll make small, strategic shifts to improve the connection and communication patterns within your relationship. My guidance will help circumvent what I call "Carousel issues", those patterns that keep coming around, time and again. It's time to get off the ride and move forward into what you're relationship can become.
(303) 536-1238 View (303) 536-1238
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Tengfei Li
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
With my experience throughout my therapist career life, I find people are able to get in touch with their own voice, motivation, and wisdom when they feel heard, seen, and understood. I provide therapy with love and care to clients and help them see and change their pattern in the here-and-now moment in the therapeutic relationship. Besides providing psychoeducation and coping skills to help clients manage their symptoms, I devote my work to helping clients explore their ways of transformation and getting closer to their True Self.
With my experience throughout my therapist career life, I find people are able to get in touch with their own voice, motivation, and wisdom when they feel heard, seen, and understood. I provide therapy with love and care to clients and help them see and change their pattern in the here-and-now moment in the therapeutic relationship. Besides providing psychoeducation and coping skills to help clients manage their symptoms, I devote my work to helping clients explore their ways of transformation and getting closer to their True Self.
(408) 668-0230 View (408) 668-0230
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Jose Gomez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Hello, I am Jose Xipe Gomez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am here to join you on your recovery path to heal from what life challenges brings us. The hardest journey is the one you take from your head to your heart. The Healing Journey is found in the path leading back from your heart to your head. Your wellness is found in the continuous flow of honoring both your thoughts and feelings. I work with people from all walks of life, children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I am able to serve monolingual Spanish speaking people. I am comfortable in treating all human conditions including severe mental illness.
Hello, I am Jose Xipe Gomez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am here to join you on your recovery path to heal from what life challenges brings us. The hardest journey is the one you take from your head to your heart. The Healing Journey is found in the path leading back from your heart to your head. Your wellness is found in the continuous flow of honoring both your thoughts and feelings. I work with people from all walks of life, children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I am able to serve monolingual Spanish speaking people. I am comfortable in treating all human conditions including severe mental illness.
(805) 572-6948 View (805) 572-6948
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Ruth Contreras
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Hello, my name is Ruth Contreras, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in California based in Ventura County and working with clients via telehealth statewide. Working with adolescents to older adults focused approach is client-centered and mindfulness-based to meet your needs where you are currently at. The communication style used is all based on a client/person-centered approach, making sure I actively listen and make the client’s goals a priority to meet the client where they are.
Hello, my name is Ruth Contreras, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed in California based in Ventura County and working with clients via telehealth statewide. Working with adolescents to older adults focused approach is client-centered and mindfulness-based to meet your needs where you are currently at. The communication style used is all based on a client/person-centered approach, making sure I actively listen and make the client’s goals a priority to meet the client where they are.
(909) 639-1654 View (909) 639-1654
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LaKeina Ferguson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
I'm LaKeina Ferguson you can call me Keina. My approach to therapy is client centered meaning you're in charge. My areas of practice are substance abuse, depression, anxiety and for those who are suffering from low self-esteem and self-worth. I have a whole being philosophy because I truly believe that we have to take care of all of ourselves (mental, emotional, physical and spiritual) if we want to be completely whole. I typically work with clients who experience trauma as children and adults, domestic violence victims and perpetrators, substance abuse, Christian counseling, Bipolar disorders, depressive and anxiety disorders.
I'm LaKeina Ferguson you can call me Keina. My approach to therapy is client centered meaning you're in charge. My areas of practice are substance abuse, depression, anxiety and for those who are suffering from low self-esteem and self-worth. I have a whole being philosophy because I truly believe that we have to take care of all of ourselves (mental, emotional, physical and spiritual) if we want to be completely whole. I typically work with clients who experience trauma as children and adults, domestic violence victims and perpetrators, substance abuse, Christian counseling, Bipolar disorders, depressive and anxiety disorders.
(442) 219-8548 View (442) 219-8548
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Maitrayee Baksi-Banerjee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Welcome! I provide a safe and relaxing place to heal and grow. I use my 23 years of experience to help people who are struggling to make sense of their lives and relationships. I help provide therapeutic environment where you can unleash yourself in discussing your journey for help as you curve through difficulties, while dealing with the brutal, impossible professional demands of Silicon Valley, growing as an individual, creating and recreating relationships, and many life changing events. I provide therapy to deal with issues, conflicts, desires to make changes, self-explorations and many other purposes.
Welcome! I provide a safe and relaxing place to heal and grow. I use my 23 years of experience to help people who are struggling to make sense of their lives and relationships. I help provide therapeutic environment where you can unleash yourself in discussing your journey for help as you curve through difficulties, while dealing with the brutal, impossible professional demands of Silicon Valley, growing as an individual, creating and recreating relationships, and many life changing events. I provide therapy to deal with issues, conflicts, desires to make changes, self-explorations and many other purposes.
(408) 816-1221 View (408) 816-1221
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Sharon Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
For many years I have been assisting and enlightening people's thought processes, allowing them to see life from a different perspective. This is often all many clients need to adjust the way they view their life experiences. Self-awareness and self-care can be the answer to a fresh approach for many clients. The key is uncovering the client's issues to focus on the proper approach to adjusting the problems.
For many years I have been assisting and enlightening people's thought processes, allowing them to see life from a different perspective. This is often all many clients need to adjust the way they view their life experiences. Self-awareness and self-care can be the answer to a fresh approach for many clients. The key is uncovering the client's issues to focus on the proper approach to adjusting the problems.
(510) 240-1309 View (510) 240-1309
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Center for Rising Minds
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587  (Online Only)
The Center for Rising Minds was founded by Niroshika De Silva, PsyD, with the philosophy that the treatment for children, adults, and families should include a holistic approach, as no individual is exactly the same. We believe that treatment is most effective when providers from other disciplines collaborate in order to meet the needs of the whole individual. At Center for Rising Minds, we provide services across the lifespan, recognizing that children and adults can experience similar challenges that would benefit from psychotherapy, occupational therapy, or both.
The Center for Rising Minds was founded by Niroshika De Silva, PsyD, with the philosophy that the treatment for children, adults, and families should include a holistic approach, as no individual is exactly the same. We believe that treatment is most effective when providers from other disciplines collaborate in order to meet the needs of the whole individual. At Center for Rising Minds, we provide services across the lifespan, recognizing that children and adults can experience similar challenges that would benefit from psychotherapy, occupational therapy, or both.
(650) 686-5527 View (650) 686-5527
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Lilia Gonzalez-Joly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Welcome! My name is Lilia Gonzalez-Joly, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in the mental health field for over 10 years. I offer individual and relationship psychotherapy. My goal is to help people develop sustainable coping skills to deal with a variety of issues. My sessions are both reflective and informative. These are some of the challenges I've helped people with: anxiety; depression; adjustment difficulties; communication break-down; past trauma; difficulty setting boundaries; bi-cultural differences and parenting dilemmas. I am bilingual, speak fluent Spanish and truly enjoy working with diverse clients.
Welcome! My name is Lilia Gonzalez-Joly, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in the mental health field for over 10 years. I offer individual and relationship psychotherapy. My goal is to help people develop sustainable coping skills to deal with a variety of issues. My sessions are both reflective and informative. These are some of the challenges I've helped people with: anxiety; depression; adjustment difficulties; communication break-down; past trauma; difficulty setting boundaries; bi-cultural differences and parenting dilemmas. I am bilingual, speak fluent Spanish and truly enjoy working with diverse clients.
(510) 560-7396 View (510) 560-7396
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Brian Loveless
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Brian Loveless, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to create a safe, trusting, and uplifting environment for my clients to grow, gain insight and make meaningful change. Through collaboration, I feel that we all have the ability to heal from our pasts and learn and grow in the present. I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQ community and I specialize in LGBTQ issues including gender identity and body dysmorphia, coming out issues, depression, anxiety, all areas of trauma.
My name is Brian Loveless, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to create a safe, trusting, and uplifting environment for my clients to grow, gain insight and make meaningful change. Through collaboration, I feel that we all have the ability to heal from our pasts and learn and grow in the present. I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQ community and I specialize in LGBTQ issues including gender identity and body dysmorphia, coming out issues, depression, anxiety, all areas of trauma.
(323) 861-3915 View (323) 861-3915
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Ana Maldonado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
My name is Ana Maldonado and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, and family conflict. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Strength Based Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Ana Maldonado and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, and family conflict. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Strength Based Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
(858) 544-5515 View (858) 544-5515
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Annie Du
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Union City, CA 94587
Do you feel overworked, over-stressed, and overwhelmed? Many of my clients come into therapy struggling with some form of stress and anxiety, particularly stemming from an unease and dissatisfaction with how their life is going. Many feel “stuck” — uncertain on how to handle these nagging feelings. I have extensive experience working with professionals in highly demanding career fields, especially those dealing with high levels of stress and anxiety in their job. I specialize in working with Type-A, high achievers, particularly those struggling with issues such as work/life balance, perfectionism, and impostor syndrome.
Do you feel overworked, over-stressed, and overwhelmed? Many of my clients come into therapy struggling with some form of stress and anxiety, particularly stemming from an unease and dissatisfaction with how their life is going. Many feel “stuck” — uncertain on how to handle these nagging feelings. I have extensive experience working with professionals in highly demanding career fields, especially those dealing with high levels of stress and anxiety in their job. I specialize in working with Type-A, high achievers, particularly those struggling with issues such as work/life balance, perfectionism, and impostor syndrome.
(510) 867-3810 View (510) 867-3810
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Shimrit Zelig
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, CA 94587
Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My goal is to help you gain insight into your challenges and work towards creating a fulfilling and meaningful life. Whether you are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues, therapy can help you find the path to healing and happiness.
Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My goal is to help you gain insight into your challenges and work towards creating a fulfilling and meaningful life. Whether you are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues, therapy can help you find the path to healing and happiness.
(510) 592-6851 View (510) 592-6851
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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.