Trauma Focused Therapists in Walnut Creek, CA
Sahiba Singh Chowdhary
Psychologist, PsyD, MACJ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
Throughout my service in various clinical settings, I have been struck by the importance of creating a safe space for those seeking mental health care and working towards personal growth. While I treat a wide range of mental health concerns, I specialize in working with those who: are navigating life transitions, including relationship and dating challenges, grief and loss, medical difficulties, or relocation; are striving to find effective ways of managing difficult emotions and communicating with others; have faced interpersonal traumas or identity-based invalidations; or are struggling to engage in meaningful ways with others.
Throughout my service in various clinical settings, I have been struck by the importance of creating a safe space for those seeking mental health care and working towards personal growth. While I treat a wide range of mental health concerns, I specialize in working with those who: are navigating life transitions, including relationship and dating challenges, grief and loss, medical difficulties, or relocation; are striving to find effective ways of managing difficult emotions and communicating with others; have faced interpersonal traumas or identity-based invalidations; or are struggling to engage in meaningful ways with others.
Aisha Mohammed-Swan
Psychological Associate, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
A few of the treatment approaches I utilize are: psychodynamic therapy, solution focused, person centered counseling, positive psychology, compassion focused therapy, EMDR, CBT, integrative therapy, strength based, mindfulness and trauma focused therapy.
Welcome, I am honored to take this healing journey with you. You have a valued and important place in this world! Whether working with individuals or a group setting, I find growth and empowered healing journeys to be an inspiring testimony of the resilience of the human spirit. Often times one can lose sight of this, thus I seek to help client's fully realize their potential. My work centers around anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, trauma, PTSD, obsessive compulsive disorder, among other mental health challenges. I also specialize in stress management & and holistic health. I work with a diverse client base.
A few of the treatment approaches I utilize are: psychodynamic therapy, solution focused, person centered counseling, positive psychology, compassion focused therapy, EMDR, CBT, integrative therapy, strength based, mindfulness and trauma focused therapy.
Welcome, I am honored to take this healing journey with you. You have a valued and important place in this world! Whether working with individuals or a group setting, I find growth and empowered healing journeys to be an inspiring testimony of the resilience of the human spirit. Often times one can lose sight of this, thus I seek to help client's fully realize their potential. My work centers around anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, trauma, PTSD, obsessive compulsive disorder, among other mental health challenges. I also specialize in stress management & and holistic health. I work with a diverse client base.
Jackie Alvarado
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (Online Only)
Are you questioning life transitions and searching for support? Are you experiencing grief/loss? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Are you struggling with addiction? Are you a parent searching for support for your teen? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you're in the right place! I am an LMFT working in both the Bay and Sacramento areas. As a graduate of St. Mary's College of California, I have the expertise to support and guide you towards symptom relief and live a life full of gratitude and tranquility.
Are you questioning life transitions and searching for support? Are you experiencing grief/loss? Do you want to strengthen your relationships? Are you struggling with addiction? Are you a parent searching for support for your teen? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you're in the right place! I am an LMFT working in both the Bay and Sacramento areas. As a graduate of St. Mary's College of California, I have the expertise to support and guide you towards symptom relief and live a life full of gratitude and tranquility.
Deciding to pursue psychotherapy is an important and personal decision. There are various reasons for which someone may pursue psychotherapy, whether it is to cope with current life stressors or to seek support in managing ongoing concerns. Regardless of your reason for pursuing therapy, you should not feel alone in the process and I look forward to working with you on meeting your goals. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, young adults, and mothers (focusing on maternal mental health) using an integrative approach and tailoring my work to each person's unique story.
Deciding to pursue psychotherapy is an important and personal decision. There are various reasons for which someone may pursue psychotherapy, whether it is to cope with current life stressors or to seek support in managing ongoing concerns. Regardless of your reason for pursuing therapy, you should not feel alone in the process and I look forward to working with you on meeting your goals. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical psychologist who works with adolescents, young adults, and mothers (focusing on maternal mental health) using an integrative approach and tailoring my work to each person's unique story.
Jenifer Pereira-Weiss
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598 (Online Only)
My approach is guided by principles from Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems and Trauma Focused modalities.
Together, we will identify your concerns and goals, create a treatment plan that fosters growth, increased level of functioning, interpersonal effectiveness, empowerment and self-acceptance. Collectively, we will identify and challenge distorted thinking and behavioral habits, then cultivate balanced more rational thought patterns and adaptive behaviors. We will explore principles of Mindfulness, de-escalation, emotion regulation, boundary setting and self care to create a holistic approach to your healing process and ultimately reduce suffering.
My approach is guided by principles from Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems and Trauma Focused modalities.
Together, we will identify your concerns and goals, create a treatment plan that fosters growth, increased level of functioning, interpersonal effectiveness, empowerment and self-acceptance. Collectively, we will identify and challenge distorted thinking and behavioral habits, then cultivate balanced more rational thought patterns and adaptive behaviors. We will explore principles of Mindfulness, de-escalation, emotion regulation, boundary setting and self care to create a holistic approach to your healing process and ultimately reduce suffering.
My Mental Climb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
I'm Michelle Payton, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker, excited to support your mental well-being journey. My passion is helping individuals overcome anxiety and depression, no matter the traumas they've faced. What sets me apart is my unique fusion of expertise as a certified personal trainer, with a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, diet, and overall health for fostering positive change.
I'm Michelle Payton, a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker, excited to support your mental well-being journey. My passion is helping individuals overcome anxiety and depression, no matter the traumas they've faced. What sets me apart is my unique fusion of expertise as a certified personal trainer, with a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, diet, and overall health for fostering positive change.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about guiding individuals and couples through the complexities of life’s challenges. My approach is grounded in a person-centered philosophy, meaning I prioritize creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood. I believe therapy should be as unique as the individual, which is why I customize my approach to fit your specific needs and goals. I have advanced training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), along with a strong foundation in psychodynamic, existential, and person-centered therapies.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about guiding individuals and couples through the complexities of life’s challenges. My approach is grounded in a person-centered philosophy, meaning I prioritize creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood. I believe therapy should be as unique as the individual, which is why I customize my approach to fit your specific needs and goals. I have advanced training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), along with a strong foundation in psychodynamic, existential, and person-centered therapies.
Natasa Nordman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
I have extensive training in evidence-based treatment models including: EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, crisis management and solution-focused therapy.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, traumas that are single incident events such as car accidents, surgeries or that have occurred throughout ones childhood where they are experiencing physical or emotional symptoms now as a result. I love working with individuals who are looking on ways to feel supported to increase their own self worth in all areas of their life. My style is relational and collaborative and I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I can help support in creating change around what works best for you - I pride myself on meeting patients where they are comfortable.
I have extensive training in evidence-based treatment models including: EMDR, Trauma Focused CBT, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, crisis management and solution-focused therapy.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing anxiety, traumas that are single incident events such as car accidents, surgeries or that have occurred throughout ones childhood where they are experiencing physical or emotional symptoms now as a result. I love working with individuals who are looking on ways to feel supported to increase their own self worth in all areas of their life. My style is relational and collaborative and I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I can help support in creating change around what works best for you - I pride myself on meeting patients where they are comfortable.
Because each person is different and responds differently to treatment ,these include, but are not limited to Cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, Motivational interviewing, and trauma focused therapy.
Have you experienced significant trauma? Traumatic events can have feelings of horror, helplessness, and feeling unsafe mentally and physically. I work with acute trauma, which can result from a recent single event, including rape, suicide, murder, or natural disaster events. Chronic trauma, which can be repeated events over a long period of time including domestic violence, abuse of any sort. Complex trauma which is exposure to multiple and varied traumatic events which can often be of an invasive and interpersonal nature. Additionally I work with addictions and eating disorders.
Because each person is different and responds differently to treatment ,these include, but are not limited to Cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, Motivational interviewing, and trauma focused therapy.
Have you experienced significant trauma? Traumatic events can have feelings of horror, helplessness, and feeling unsafe mentally and physically. I work with acute trauma, which can result from a recent single event, including rape, suicide, murder, or natural disaster events. Chronic trauma, which can be repeated events over a long period of time including domestic violence, abuse of any sort. Complex trauma which is exposure to multiple and varied traumatic events which can often be of an invasive and interpersonal nature. Additionally I work with addictions and eating disorders.
Yasmin Sadik
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94595 (Online Only)
EMDR therapy is a trauma focused therapy that targets and eliminates past and current trauma, and also future anxieties like performance and anticipatory anxiety.
Yasmin Sadik offers customized problem-solving techniques to help you in the shortest amount of time possible. She will discuss with you unresolved trauma and present challenges that could be leading to anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
EMDR therapy is a trauma focused therapy that targets and eliminates past and current trauma, and also future anxieties like performance and anticipatory anxiety.
Yasmin Sadik offers customized problem-solving techniques to help you in the shortest amount of time possible. She will discuss with you unresolved trauma and present challenges that could be leading to anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Alethea Gard'ner, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction have a way of taking over our lives, leaving no room to experience joy. I'm here to help. Change is often scary and hard, but in a safe, therapeutic partnership, it becomes possible. By creating an empathetic and supportive environment, we're able to refocus your energy so you can rediscover yourself, achieve lasting relief, and ultimately embrace more opportunities to experience joy and fulfillment.
Stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction have a way of taking over our lives, leaving no room to experience joy. I'm here to help. Change is often scary and hard, but in a safe, therapeutic partnership, it becomes possible. By creating an empathetic and supportive environment, we're able to refocus your energy so you can rediscover yourself, achieve lasting relief, and ultimately embrace more opportunities to experience joy and fulfillment.
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Gwynne Gilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, SEP, OICC, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
It's been too long since you felt peaceful, present, and comfortable-if ever. Your brain is always going–worried about the future, criticizing yourself about the past, & hyper-sensitive about what people think of you. Your thoughts affect your body, too, with tension in your muscles, uneasiness in your gut, and a heartbeat that revs up at the drop of a hat. You can barely remember what it's like to be relaxed; just getting through the day takes work, and sleep is a nightly struggle. It's impacting your health, work, parenting, and relationships. It's hard not to feel hopeless. You're looking for somewhere to turn.
It's been too long since you felt peaceful, present, and comfortable-if ever. Your brain is always going–worried about the future, criticizing yourself about the past, & hyper-sensitive about what people think of you. Your thoughts affect your body, too, with tension in your muscles, uneasiness in your gut, and a heartbeat that revs up at the drop of a hat. You can barely remember what it's like to be relaxed; just getting through the day takes work, and sleep is a nightly struggle. It's impacting your health, work, parenting, and relationships. It's hard not to feel hopeless. You're looking for somewhere to turn.
Galina Litvin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
As a mental health therapist I work from a client centered focus. I support and guide you in managing your mental health concerns. You maybe experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, or relationship issues. If you have a desire to understand and address the root causes of your life challenges, and you are willing to engage in the therapeutic process to make positive changes in your life then I'd love to work with you. I use a non-judgmental, empathetic therapeutic approach. I work to provide a safe and supportive environment to explore your thoughts and feelings, which in turn helps you grow as human being.
As a mental health therapist I work from a client centered focus. I support and guide you in managing your mental health concerns. You maybe experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, or relationship issues. If you have a desire to understand and address the root causes of your life challenges, and you are willing to engage in the therapeutic process to make positive changes in your life then I'd love to work with you. I use a non-judgmental, empathetic therapeutic approach. I work to provide a safe and supportive environment to explore your thoughts and feelings, which in turn helps you grow as human being.
Allan H Solomon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have over 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist. I work primarily with individual adults but also have considerable experience working with children and adolescents. My focus is forming a trusting relationship in which together we work to improve your own sense of well being as well as connection to others. Above all I view our work as collaborative and mutually respectful. Clients have described me as highly empathetic, while helping them to achieve real life goals. I work with depression, anxiety, trauma, intimacy, health, and habit disorders including addictions.
I have over 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist. I work primarily with individual adults but also have considerable experience working with children and adolescents. My focus is forming a trusting relationship in which together we work to improve your own sense of well being as well as connection to others. Above all I view our work as collaborative and mutually respectful. Clients have described me as highly empathetic, while helping them to achieve real life goals. I work with depression, anxiety, trauma, intimacy, health, and habit disorders including addictions.
Drea M. Garrett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC, CSAT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Are you struggling with managing sexually compulsive and/or addictive behaviors? Despite negative consequences in your life and relationships, do these behaviors persist? Are these sexual compulsions leading to isolation, or feelings of guilt and shame? Or maybe you are the partner of an addict, and you have just discovered your significant other has been engaging in secret sexual exploits throughout your relationship. A discovery of this magnitude is traumatic and extremely devastating. It can leave you feeling alone, isolated, and as if no one could possibly understand. You're not alone, and you're not the only one.
Are you struggling with managing sexually compulsive and/or addictive behaviors? Despite negative consequences in your life and relationships, do these behaviors persist? Are these sexual compulsions leading to isolation, or feelings of guilt and shame? Or maybe you are the partner of an addict, and you have just discovered your significant other has been engaging in secret sexual exploits throughout your relationship. A discovery of this magnitude is traumatic and extremely devastating. It can leave you feeling alone, isolated, and as if no one could possibly understand. You're not alone, and you're not the only one.
You deserve a space where you can explore every aspect of who you are, free from judgment. A space where your unique experiences, feelings, and thoughts are not only acknowledged but celebrated. As a mixed-race woman and a therapist deeply committed to working with diverse populations, I bring both personal and professional insight into our sessions. I understand that your journey is uniquely yours, and I’m here to support you at every step. Your story matters, and it would be an honor to walk alongside you as you navigate your path.
You deserve a space where you can explore every aspect of who you are, free from judgment. A space where your unique experiences, feelings, and thoughts are not only acknowledged but celebrated. As a mixed-race woman and a therapist deeply committed to working with diverse populations, I bring both personal and professional insight into our sessions. I understand that your journey is uniquely yours, and I’m here to support you at every step. Your story matters, and it would be an honor to walk alongside you as you navigate your path.
Griselda Oliver Bucio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Becoming a parent is a unique and transformative experience. From the moment of conception through the journey of parenting there is an array of unknown rewards, challenges and experiences. At times parents have no idea how they will feel or react to these challenges and realize that they need help and support through their own journey as parents. This journey might include understanding the way people perceive and relate to their own internal child as well. Research proves the way we were parented, the environment in which we developed, and the situations around us influence the way we feel and behave as parents and human beings.
Becoming a parent is a unique and transformative experience. From the moment of conception through the journey of parenting there is an array of unknown rewards, challenges and experiences. At times parents have no idea how they will feel or react to these challenges and realize that they need help and support through their own journey as parents. This journey might include understanding the way people perceive and relate to their own internal child as well. Research proves the way we were parented, the environment in which we developed, and the situations around us influence the way we feel and behave as parents and human beings.
Elana Luban
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (Online Only)
I'm a telehealth therapist who's passionate about providing individualized treatment to fit my clients' specific goals. I have a compassionate, non-preachy approach but don't believe in letting my clients coast by without doing any self-work as I sit back, silently nodding. I am certified in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), both of which I offer via telehealth. I believe that central to our struggles are our unmet needs, some past, some current, which have led us to compulsive/addictive behaviors and unhealthy attachments.
I'm a telehealth therapist who's passionate about providing individualized treatment to fit my clients' specific goals. I have a compassionate, non-preachy approach but don't believe in letting my clients coast by without doing any self-work as I sit back, silently nodding. I am certified in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), both of which I offer via telehealth. I believe that central to our struggles are our unmet needs, some past, some current, which have led us to compulsive/addictive behaviors and unhealthy attachments.
Pathway Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT-S
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
At Pathway Therapy Center we help individuals and couples repair find recovery from sex and pornography addiction. Is your relationship in crisis because of a recent discovery? Have you just found out about your partner's affair or betrayal? Do you have a problem with a process addiction such as video gaming or compulsive spending? We are here to help with a team of expertly trained clinicians who specialize in helping those dealing with sexually addictive patterns and other process addictions. Further we have specialists who help partners deal with the impacts of having discovered that their relationship was not what they once thought it was.
At Pathway Therapy Center we help individuals and couples repair find recovery from sex and pornography addiction. Is your relationship in crisis because of a recent discovery? Have you just found out about your partner's affair or betrayal? Do you have a problem with a process addiction such as video gaming or compulsive spending? We are here to help with a team of expertly trained clinicians who specialize in helping those dealing with sexually addictive patterns and other process addictions. Further we have specialists who help partners deal with the impacts of having discovered that their relationship was not what they once thought it was.
