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Valory Mitchell
Psychologist, PhD
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2901 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
Let's Connect (510) 986-4531
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In our work together, we will create a safe place. I will be your witness, bringing psychological understanding and compassion. I've been doing psychotherapy for over 30 years, and have seen the healing power that comes as you take a fresh look at your life circumstances and inner experience.
I've seen people of all ages -- from high school through retirement, and everywhere in between. About half my work has been with couples. I often see lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender couples and individuals.
Often, our work will begin at a time of transition -- a change in an important relationship, in work, becoming a parent, or adapting to a growing child.
At other times, our work may be about on-going struggles -- with anxiety, frustration, or self-esteem, or with physical or mental health.
In 30 years doing therapy, I've worked with a great variety of people. Here are some examples: immigrants, members of ethnic minority cultures, lesbian nuns. I've helped new couples,long-term partners, and parents (including two-mother, two-father, and single parents). For each person, psychotherapy can bring healing change.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Valory Mitchell now - (510) 986-4531
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
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Valory Mitchell
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY8861 Valory Mitchell
- Attended University of California, Berkeley, Graduated 1983
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Adoption
- Divorce
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Infertility
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Eclectic
- feminist
- gay affirmative
- Psychodynamic
- self psychology
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Take the first step to help. Call now - (510) 986-4531
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Valory Mitchell
Psychologist, PhD