Magellan Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA
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Danielle Hetrick is a licensed Marriage Family therapist in California practicing since 2002. She received her Bachelor of Arts in psychology at Saint Mary's College and her Masters in Counseling psychology at John F. Kennedy University. Danielle believes in a comprehensive approach to care integrating different modalities fostering vivid self exploration and healing. Danielle has a special interest in teaching coping strategies for ongoing self empowerment. In her spare time Danielle enjoys being in nature, being physically active, hiking with her husband and daughter and has a special interest in ocean conservation.
Danielle Hetrick is a licensed Marriage Family therapist in California practicing since 2002. She received her Bachelor of Arts in psychology at Saint Mary's College and her Masters in Counseling psychology at John F. Kennedy University. Danielle believes in a comprehensive approach to care integrating different modalities fostering vivid self exploration and healing. Danielle has a special interest in teaching coping strategies for ongoing self empowerment. In her spare time Danielle enjoys being in nature, being physically active, hiking with her husband and daughter and has a special interest in ocean conservation.
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The majority of my practice has focused on anxiety, depression, and relationship catastrophes. Maybe you have experienced childhood trauma which takes many forms and continues to impact your adult relationships, functioning and wellbeing. Maybe you live with someone who causes harm or is controlling, antagonistic and narcissistic. Maybe you want to see if your relationship with your children or partner can be restored. Maybe you are super worried about your child and seek guidance for yourself or them. Maybe you struggle with guilt and shame and finally want to rid yourself of that stress.
The majority of my practice has focused on anxiety, depression, and relationship catastrophes. Maybe you have experienced childhood trauma which takes many forms and continues to impact your adult relationships, functioning and wellbeing. Maybe you live with someone who causes harm or is controlling, antagonistic and narcissistic. Maybe you want to see if your relationship with your children or partner can be restored. Maybe you are super worried about your child and seek guidance for yourself or them. Maybe you struggle with guilt and shame and finally want to rid yourself of that stress.
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Bill Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 1998. He has a Masters in Social Work. Bill has decades of experience in hospitals, prisons, and with parolees in private practice. He offers psychodynamic/neuropsychiatric point of view, good active listening, and compassion. Bill is excellent at boundary maintenance and understanding. Outside of work, Bill enjoys music, piano, ocean kayaking, hiking, and poetry.
Bill Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 1998. He has a Masters in Social Work. Bill has decades of experience in hospitals, prisons, and with parolees in private practice. He offers psychodynamic/neuropsychiatric point of view, good active listening, and compassion. Bill is excellent at boundary maintenance and understanding. Outside of work, Bill enjoys music, piano, ocean kayaking, hiking, and poetry.
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Ashlee Nikole Frazier
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
There is no such thing as an ideal client other than one that takes the first steps to help better themselves. I am here to aid the process. Everyone has a purpose. Mine is to help people using different modalities catered to individual needs. I hope that every person that I assist learns self confidence, gains emotional intelligence, learns to self reflect, and builds healthy strategies to face the difficulties life can bring. We cannot always control the things in our paths but we can learn to control ourselves and how we cope with hardships. We have the ability to turn unfortunate events into beautiful testimony.
There is no such thing as an ideal client other than one that takes the first steps to help better themselves. I am here to aid the process. Everyone has a purpose. Mine is to help people using different modalities catered to individual needs. I hope that every person that I assist learns self confidence, gains emotional intelligence, learns to self reflect, and builds healthy strategies to face the difficulties life can bring. We cannot always control the things in our paths but we can learn to control ourselves and how we cope with hardships. We have the ability to turn unfortunate events into beautiful testimony.
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With more than 20 years experience as a psychologist in diverse settings, I gained valuable clinical work experience and improved my mastery of psychotherapy. I continue to enhance my skills on a variety of evidence-based therapy techniques. Working with a diverse group of clientele brings me a sense of fulfillment and reward. I believe that active listening, understanding, providing empathy and showing genuine compassion, walking with someone in their path to recovery/healing are ways that one can achieve a sense of awareness and clarity, then eventually find a balance between change and acceptance.
With more than 20 years experience as a psychologist in diverse settings, I gained valuable clinical work experience and improved my mastery of psychotherapy. I continue to enhance my skills on a variety of evidence-based therapy techniques. Working with a diverse group of clientele brings me a sense of fulfillment and reward. I believe that active listening, understanding, providing empathy and showing genuine compassion, walking with someone in their path to recovery/healing are ways that one can achieve a sense of awareness and clarity, then eventually find a balance between change and acceptance.
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Anna Oconnell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
I am a licensed clinical counselor who specializes in dance movement therapy. I hold a graduate certificate in Laban Movement Analysis, which offers another world of possibilities for methods of healing. While working in the field of psychotherapy I have had the privilege to experience many different types of populations with various and usually multiple presenting issues. My specialized training allows me to see and listen to my clients in a unique way. As your therapist I am here to witness you in this part of your life journey, while helping to maintain a safe space around you as you grow.
I am a licensed clinical counselor who specializes in dance movement therapy. I hold a graduate certificate in Laban Movement Analysis, which offers another world of possibilities for methods of healing. While working in the field of psychotherapy I have had the privilege to experience many different types of populations with various and usually multiple presenting issues. My specialized training allows me to see and listen to my clients in a unique way. As your therapist I am here to witness you in this part of your life journey, while helping to maintain a safe space around you as you grow.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating a wide variety of mood, anxiety, and trauma-related problems. I have experience working with adults 18 and older who are suffering from depression, anger, PTSD, addiction, sleep problems, anxiety, and life adjustment issues. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral treatments to help people overcome these issues. My objective is to allow you to achieve your goals whether that means improving your overall wellbeing, being more successful in your personal life or at work, or better managing an area in which you struggle.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating a wide variety of mood, anxiety, and trauma-related problems. I have experience working with adults 18 and older who are suffering from depression, anger, PTSD, addiction, sleep problems, anxiety, and life adjustment issues. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral treatments to help people overcome these issues. My objective is to allow you to achieve your goals whether that means improving your overall wellbeing, being more successful in your personal life or at work, or better managing an area in which you struggle.
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Luz Amanda Guzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm so glad you are here. My therapeutic approach centers on creating more opportunities for space and reflection. My hope is that our sessions will feel casual and warm, that you feel met right where you are, and that I provide skills and perspective as you work towards your best self. Becoming a parent can be overwhelming and all consuming. I’ve been there. The first few years of my daughter’s life were a blur. I felt lost and like I was not a good enough parent. I felt like I was losing myself. I knew the parent I wanted to be, but did not know how to get there. That is when I knew something needed to change.
Hi, I'm so glad you are here. My therapeutic approach centers on creating more opportunities for space and reflection. My hope is that our sessions will feel casual and warm, that you feel met right where you are, and that I provide skills and perspective as you work towards your best self. Becoming a parent can be overwhelming and all consuming. I’ve been there. The first few years of my daughter’s life were a blur. I felt lost and like I was not a good enough parent. I felt like I was losing myself. I knew the parent I wanted to be, but did not know how to get there. That is when I knew something needed to change.
![Photo of Sorrenta Chantel Stuart, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b79f30f8-2afd-465e-95cd-f6bfc9615465/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sorrenta Chantel Stuart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Are you feeling tired, overwhelmed, worried or just not yourself? As a seasoned clinician I help you navigate the heaviness that blocks your growth. Do you miss parts of yourself and tend to live in your mind? If you just want to feel better, and don’t know the why, let’s talk, let’s find a way together. You are smart, successful, busy, yet just not feeling right. That’s ok. You want to feel better because it’s too overwhelming. I can help - Mind, body, and soul. Licensed to supervise interns.
Are you feeling tired, overwhelmed, worried or just not yourself? As a seasoned clinician I help you navigate the heaviness that blocks your growth. Do you miss parts of yourself and tend to live in your mind? If you just want to feel better, and don’t know the why, let’s talk, let’s find a way together. You are smart, successful, busy, yet just not feeling right. That’s ok. You want to feel better because it’s too overwhelming. I can help - Mind, body, and soul. Licensed to supervise interns.
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Gina Yu Kwon is a Clinical Psychologist, who has been practicing since 2016. She received her doctorate from Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University. Additionally, Gina obtained her Certificate of Psychoanalysis from the Brookhaven Institute in Pennsylvania. Gina works from a psychodynamic approach to help one gain insight and understanding into their conflicts, how one thinks, feels and behaves, and relates with self and others. Her main areas of focus include identity and relational issues, transitions in life, and existential and spiritual issues.
Gina Yu Kwon is a Clinical Psychologist, who has been practicing since 2016. She received her doctorate from Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University. Additionally, Gina obtained her Certificate of Psychoanalysis from the Brookhaven Institute in Pennsylvania. Gina works from a psychodynamic approach to help one gain insight and understanding into their conflicts, how one thinks, feels and behaves, and relates with self and others. Her main areas of focus include identity and relational issues, transitions in life, and existential and spiritual issues.
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Paula Barker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I offer a highly supportive and skilled approach with all of my clients. I have over 14 years experience working with children, teens and adults. My experience includes supporting parents and children with difficult behaviors, interpersonal relationships and learning challenges.
I offer a highly supportive and skilled approach with all of my clients. I have over 14 years experience working with children, teens and adults. My experience includes supporting parents and children with difficult behaviors, interpersonal relationships and learning challenges.
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Institute of Mindful Therapy Group Practice
LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Are you struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. Have you experienced past traumas, or going through a difficult life transition, or are you struggling with relationships? Whatever the issue may be, we want to recognize and acknowledge that we can help to address your challenges. Our group of talented therapists are skilled at providing you with emotional support, incorporating modalities such as Ketamine, mindfulness, and utilizing a client centered approach. We will also work on helping to develop tools and techniques tailored to your needs, which will help improve your overall well-being.
Are you struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. Have you experienced past traumas, or going through a difficult life transition, or are you struggling with relationships? Whatever the issue may be, we want to recognize and acknowledge that we can help to address your challenges. Our group of talented therapists are skilled at providing you with emotional support, incorporating modalities such as Ketamine, mindfulness, and utilizing a client centered approach. We will also work on helping to develop tools and techniques tailored to your needs, which will help improve your overall well-being.
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Natalie Guerra-Crowe
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
Therapy can be a helpful and beautiful transforming tool. My primary goal is to create a space for you to feel safe to share whatever you need in our sessions. You are the expert in your story, and together, we will work hard to find solutions and peace. I specialize in working with teens and young adults but have clients of all ages. I also specialize in body repetitive disorders like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), ADHD, OCD, and anxiety. Seeing all clients residing in CA via telehealth only.
Therapy can be a helpful and beautiful transforming tool. My primary goal is to create a space for you to feel safe to share whatever you need in our sessions. You are the expert in your story, and together, we will work hard to find solutions and peace. I specialize in working with teens and young adults but have clients of all ages. I also specialize in body repetitive disorders like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), ADHD, OCD, and anxiety. Seeing all clients residing in CA via telehealth only.
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Amber is particularly passionate about addressing childhood behavior issues, PTSD/trauma, and grief. She provides a safe and supportive space for clients of all ages to explore their experiences, uncover underlying issues, and work towards healing. Her dedication to treating children and adolescents is evident in her use of specialized techniques like ChildParent Psychotherapy, which helps young children and their caregivers strengthen their bond while addressing the impact of trauma.
Amber is particularly passionate about addressing childhood behavior issues, PTSD/trauma, and grief. She provides a safe and supportive space for clients of all ages to explore their experiences, uncover underlying issues, and work towards healing. Her dedication to treating children and adolescents is evident in her use of specialized techniques like ChildParent Psychotherapy, which helps young children and their caregivers strengthen their bond while addressing the impact of trauma.
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Windy Taylor
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been impacted by something in your life that has caused pain such as loss, abuse, or a traumatic event? Have you used adverse coping techniques that resulted in negative outcomes or repeated patterns? Do you see these patterns reappear by choices made in your life and you feel you want to make a change? I am here to offer a nonjudgmental and unconditional foundation to help support you. Every experience is unique to the individual and the effects of these experiences must be processed through one's own strengths. Together we will find the peace that you seek to ultimately bring you to a place of well-being.
Have you been impacted by something in your life that has caused pain such as loss, abuse, or a traumatic event? Have you used adverse coping techniques that resulted in negative outcomes or repeated patterns? Do you see these patterns reappear by choices made in your life and you feel you want to make a change? I am here to offer a nonjudgmental and unconditional foundation to help support you. Every experience is unique to the individual and the effects of these experiences must be processed through one's own strengths. Together we will find the peace that you seek to ultimately bring you to a place of well-being.
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Edlynn Breslow
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my therapeutic haven! I find great joy in guiding adults on journeys of self-discovery, assisting them in understanding their identity, connections, and place in the world. With a special focus on supporting those navigating complex trauma, I am dedicated to helping individuals untangle their experiences and embark on paths toward healing. Whether you're grappling with relationships, self-worth, generational patterns, or childhood wounds, therapy provides a nurturing environment to explore your emotions and behaviors, cultivate effective coping mechanisms, and uncover sources of fulfillment and serenity.
Welcome to my therapeutic haven! I find great joy in guiding adults on journeys of self-discovery, assisting them in understanding their identity, connections, and place in the world. With a special focus on supporting those navigating complex trauma, I am dedicated to helping individuals untangle their experiences and embark on paths toward healing. Whether you're grappling with relationships, self-worth, generational patterns, or childhood wounds, therapy provides a nurturing environment to explore your emotions and behaviors, cultivate effective coping mechanisms, and uncover sources of fulfillment and serenity.
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Michael Keesey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
19 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Feeling stuck, immobilized and unable to change your life? What's holding you back from being your best self? Through a behavioral lens we work together to identify the behaviors and patterns that are holding you back from your goals and systematically relearn healthy patterns and coping mechanisms that will empower you to make the best decisions for yourself, your relationships or your family. I work from a person centered approach creating a safe space where we work together to help determine your needs and goals.
Feeling stuck, immobilized and unable to change your life? What's holding you back from being your best self? Through a behavioral lens we work together to identify the behaviors and patterns that are holding you back from your goals and systematically relearn healthy patterns and coping mechanisms that will empower you to make the best decisions for yourself, your relationships or your family. I work from a person centered approach creating a safe space where we work together to help determine your needs and goals.
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Deborah Tate, LCSW I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. It takes tremendous courage to reach out for support and therapy can be a way to enhance and build on strengths to move forward to a better more fulfilling sense of self. My approach is to partner with adult individuals and couples to navigate through life transitions and relational issues to regain hope and stabilization in their lives. I utilize a strength-based, psychodynamic, and client centered approach. I believe in meeting my clients in their stage of change, utilizing harm reduction and motivational interviewing when appropriate.
Deborah Tate, LCSW I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. It takes tremendous courage to reach out for support and therapy can be a way to enhance and build on strengths to move forward to a better more fulfilling sense of self. My approach is to partner with adult individuals and couples to navigate through life transitions and relational issues to regain hope and stabilization in their lives. I utilize a strength-based, psychodynamic, and client centered approach. I believe in meeting my clients in their stage of change, utilizing harm reduction and motivational interviewing when appropriate.
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Greg Becker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
Hello, My name is Greg M Becker, LMFT, located in California. My passion is to be a facilitator of healing for all those with whom I work. Collaborating with my clients and establishing rapport creates opportunities for quick, positive progress. My solutions-based approach along with my customized treatment plans keep clients moving toward their identified goals.
Hello, My name is Greg M Becker, LMFT, located in California. My passion is to be a facilitator of healing for all those with whom I work. Collaborating with my clients and establishing rapport creates opportunities for quick, positive progress. My solutions-based approach along with my customized treatment plans keep clients moving toward their identified goals.
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Shabnam Janet Janani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing burnout in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Let me help you. My therapeutic approach helps you to be more aware of your fears, resentments, anger, anxiety, negative thoughts, and undesirable habits. On the next step, I will assist you to overcome all these challenges. On every level, this process improves your relationships with family, partner, co-workers, friends, and more importantly with your own sense of self. During the course of therapy, I commit myself in providing a confidential, empathic, and collaborative approach to build an effective relationship with you.
Are you experiencing burnout in your relationships? Do you feel overwhelmed with life's challenges? Let me help you. My therapeutic approach helps you to be more aware of your fears, resentments, anger, anxiety, negative thoughts, and undesirable habits. On the next step, I will assist you to overcome all these challenges. On every level, this process improves your relationships with family, partner, co-workers, friends, and more importantly with your own sense of self. During the course of therapy, I commit myself in providing a confidential, empathic, and collaborative approach to build an effective relationship with you.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
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Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy