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AUTHENTICITY, ALIVENESS, and CONNECTION are vital ingredients to living a healthy and meaningful life. Unfortunately these qualities do not always receive the proper attention needed to thrive. As a result, we develop coping strategies that often lead us to not getting what we want in life, leaving us feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, and hopeless. Therapy provides a unique opportunity to explore the unconscious patterns that keep us stuck. Therapy can help you make meaningful change to live the life you wish and to create the relationships you long for. I help individuals, couples, adolescents and families create necessary and meaningful changes in their lives, relationships, or with family members. Whether you are feeling stuck in your own life, or with your intimate partner/marriage, or navigating challenging dynamics with your family, I can support you to engage authentic and meaningful change. Each session is customized to support whatever needs arise in each session. I practice integrating a number of evidence based practices with attunement and empathy. I understand everyone has a plethora of different contexts--race, gender, sexuality, class, etc, that shape who we are and how we experience ourself and the world. I hold this with respect.
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Welcome, I work primarily with clients that are within the LGBTQIA+ and Kink/BDSM communities. I also am body positive, sex positive, poly positive, geek/nerd positive, and trauma informed. I feel that the therapy space should feel safe and build on your strengths. If you’re here, you’re probably struggling with a significant burden in your life. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, or even difficulties with relationships, I want you to know that researching your future therapist is a great first step. In fact, having a good relationship with them has been known to be a major factor in achieving progress in your therapy. I have worked in LGBTQIA+ and school based agencies, working with people from all different backgrounds who struggle with a wide variety of challenges. I’ve worked with individuals with issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, neurodiversity, caregiving, relationship issues, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, kink/BDSM, sex issues, and gender issues. I want to get to know you as a person and discover what steps will benefit you the most on your own journey. You're the expert of yourself, and I'm just following in your steps to make sure you have the support you need. Together, we can come up with goals and solutions that are going to work for you.
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Having trouble negotiating so many new changes? Is your partner or your kids getting on your nerves? Dealing with intrusive, negative thoughts? Therapy can help. I am non-judgmental, down-to-earth, honest, and compassionate. I offer a comfortable and safe environment, and a genuine interest to understand your experience(s). With more than 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples, I can help you achieve your goals. I am also certified as a Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider. I believe that food, exercise, and stress greatly impact your medical and mental health. I work with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, postpartum depression, relational difficulties, parenting, and anger management. I also have experience working with individuals ranging in age and ethnicity.
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As a therapist with a focus on developmental trauma and working with queer and trans adults and teens, I believe that early life experiences and ongoing structural contexts immensely inform our relationship to ourselves and each other. I hold this framework with my background in somatic psychotherapy, which considers the ways our bodies and nervous systems relate to our emotions and experiences. There is no one way to relate to the past, embody our feelings, or find healing. In therapy, we find a way for you together. My role is to hold consistent curiosity, rigor, and care throughout the process of your own self-discovery. I frequently work with those who are navigating complex trauma (CPTSD) symptoms or who are struggling with perfectionism, shame, dissociation, and issues with self-worth. I welcome themes related to belonging, grief and loss, queer and trans community dynamics, non-monogamy, BDSM/kink, chronic illness and disability, and loneliness/isolation. Please reach out for a consultation to see if working together feels like a right fit for you.
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I offer a client-centered approach to your therapy journey. I enjoy meeting with new clients and providing you the opportunity to share your areas of concern with me. This will help us to jointly develop a personalized treatment plan to address your needs. I am here to help you each step of the way as you approach your personal journey to emotional health and wellness. I am here to encourage you and guide you in forming a cohesive picture of how to self-manage your concerns! I frequently utilize evidence-based therapy approaches which are well-researched and utilized by highly trained clinicians. View 6 Photos I adopt a strength-based approach to help you feel empowered to manage your symptoms while learning to cope with everyday stress, life transitions, or past experiences of trauma. If you are struggling in managing various areas of your daily life (such as occupational, relational, daily living), I can help you target these areas for improved functioning. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
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English | हिन्दी My name is Amisha, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families find joy and meaning in their lives. I utilize evidence-based modalities that bring about change by providing tools clients can use to become their own therapist. My stance is deeply empathic and curious, leaning into what happened to you rather than what is wrong with you. My first session is 90 minutes such that I can really get to know you. I offer true 60-min & 75-min sessions thereafter. Emotional pain hurts just as deeply as physical pain. Your pain matters. You matter. I utilize TEAM-CBT, a structured approach to help clients alleviate symptoms of anxiety or depression. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples build a secure bond by de-escalating conflict and facilitating vulnerable conversations that bring them close. With attachment at its core, I integrate IFS, Authenticity Therapy & Reparentive Therapy. If you would like to feel better and have close relationships (with self & others), I would like to invite you to set up a FREE 25-minute consultation on my website. We experience problems in our life when we feel "stuck." We don't have to survive life. There is a way to cultivate joy and manifest your best life. This is a safe space for immigrants, LGBTQIA.
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It's a courageous step to seek help. Things aren't working and perhaps you are looking for a new way, new strategies and perspective. You need relief from this angst. The surprise here is that your pain, frustration or relationship conflict can also be an asset. I am not suggesting minimizing your emotional suffering nor the importance of us finding immediate relief. My experience is that in facing your difficulties we can move towards enduring change. How does change happen in therapy? In my work with clients we identify some of the stories you have been telling yourself. Many stories and thoughts are limiting, repetitive and have questionable truth. Some examples may be that we are inept, things will never change, if only we had a different partner, or that we are forever imprisoned by fears and addictions. We share this narrative and examine it without judgment. In fleshing out the ritualized stories we learn of their origins. While insight is important, we've got to use it to craft different actions and ways of thinking. Over time we develop a different relationship with ourselves and the people in our life.
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Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace. The resources we need are embedded within us and sometimes we need help by "talking it out" to be reminded on how to access these inner-tools. I specialize in client-centered practices and solution-focused approaches. I have worked with individuals, families, and veterans on trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am sensitive to issues with family and relationships. Let's practice self-worth, develop a positive self-image, and build self-esteem. I would be honored to work with you in this capacity as you learn to love yourself. I am accepting new clients so please reach out to connect! Please book your free consultation!
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I use somatic therapy and IFS (Internal Family Systems) to help clients mindfully attune to their mental, physical and emotional needs. I am trained in the flash technique (EMDR) for trauma processing and I offer ketamine-assisted therapy. I also specialize in working with people who have experienced religious trauma, who are dealing with life transitions, and/or who are neurodivergent. If you have struggled with the impacts of trauma or with feeling "too sensitive," I am here to support you. If you've had a challenging psychedelic experience that you'd like to process, I also offer psychedelic integration therapy. View 5 Photos In all my client work, I draw from research in neuroscience and mindfulness. I help clients develop nervous system awareness, so that they learn to recognize and regulate their moods and physiology. I direct clients to 'zoom in' to specific body sensations, and also ‘zoom out’ to locate individual experience within a structurally oppressive society. I work with clients of all backgrounds and my work is informed by the understanding that patriarchy, ableism, homophobia, racism, and the demands of capitalism all impact mental health. I bring empathy, understanding, and humor to support each individual. I am accepting new clients and offer a free consultation to learn about you and answer any questions.
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I believe that the core of successful psychotherapy lies in creating a safe place for you to talk about things that are truly important in your life. I am currently an online psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. I draw from various evidence-based approaches to provide personalized therapy that meets your unique needs. While we cannot always avoid the challenges that arise in our life, we do have a choice how to address them. I believe that there is much to learn from these struggles and that by facing them we create opportunity for making enduring changes in our life.
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I work with individuals, couples, and families. I tend to be interactive and collaborative; I provide a warm & supportive environment to help my clients achieve positive changes in their lives. I am non-judgmental and open minded. I create an individual treatment plan and approach for each client based on each person's needs and preferences. I offer phone/video sessions if appropriate. I am Certified in EMDR which means I have advanced training in this modality (beyond basic training). EMDR is used to re-process traumatic memories, and it can be applied to other things as well. My specialties include all types of addictions, codependency, anxiety/depression, and relationships. I use CBT, DBT, and mindfulness when appropriate. I tend to be tool-oriented and may suggest audio recordings, outside resources, and homework. I have an extensive collection of workbooks for mental health which can be helpful. I am passionate about mental health and wellness. I am bicultural & bilingual; I can help my clients with cross-cultural and acculturation difficulties. I offer support to those involved in (or interested in) 12 step recovery. Please note that I only work with adults over 18. I am currently seeing clients in person at my home office and by video.
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. I also specialize in treating interpersonal and relational issues such as social anxiety, shyness, low self-esteem, and relationship OCD/anxiety that can affect dating and commitment in intimate relationships. In addition, I offer couples counseling, where I help partners navigate issues pertaining to communication, intimacy, and emotional connection. My treatment approach is culturally-sensitive and informed by various evidence-based practices and interventions that I tailor to meet your specific, individual needs. I strive to provide a compassionate, curious, and non-judgmental environment where we work collaboratively to develop ongoing and flexible goals to make the most out of each therapy session.
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Many of my clients are aware of feeling alienated or "different." My clients come from diverse walks of life and experience alienation for very different reasons. However, they often struggle with: depression, anxiety, early-life trauma, addictions, as well as painful repetition and disappointment in relationships. You may have had difficulty connecting and benefiting from therapy in the past. Working together we can face the pain, anxiety, and repetition that you may be feeling. Finding relief, gaining confidence and increasing satisfaction in your relationships is not a distant dream. I invite you to visit my website to learn more about my practice. My approach is practical and flexible. I am depth-oriented but use a variety of techniques depending on your needs. At different times my clients will benefit from cognitive, mindfulness, body-based, as well as more traditional "talk therapy." Although good therapy is not easy, it should move you deeply and feel right.
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I have been working in the field of mental health for over 14 years and have extensive experience working with children, adolescent, adult and families in various settings and environments. I use a strengths-based approach and attempt to work with my clients on the topics and issues they want to and are ready to explore. I have extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), Trauma focused CBT, and motivational interviewing. View 6 Photos I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
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Dating can be scary. Because when you’re looking for real love (not just a fling), dating matters, and that can make it stressful. Add to that being an introvert and struggling with anxiety, and it can feel like a lonely battle! Thankfully, you don’t need to go through this alone. At Bay Area Dating Coach, our team of experienced, caring therapists want to support you and help you find your Person. We're here to help you discover what’s holding you back in dating and get the tools you need to find love. We’ll guide & support you in your journey to understand yourself and find the loving relationship you’re dreaming about. View 9 Photos Our dating coaches are also psychotherapists, which means they've trained for years to help you find real love. We'll offer you support, honest feedback, and action-oriented approaches designed to help you discover what's been holding you back and get the tools needed to find the loving relationship you want. Ready to find the confidence needed to build meaningful relationships? Apply for a free consultation today. During your 30-minute call, our Care Coordinator will help you identify your core dating obstacle. They'll match you with your best-fit clinican and get you scheduled for an initial session. Apply now at bayareadatingcoach.com/apply-now
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If you're wondering what is possible as you grapple with the challenges of living in today's uncertain times, frustrated or sad, worried or confused the journey begins here. I can help you find a way to navigate these disruptive difficulties. When we begin to talk about the changes you seek we will explore how to re-attune your life towards greater harmony with your values and what makes you happy and fulfilled. My Approach is Kindness. Therapy can help. Talking to a committed and caring other can heal. With warmth, respect and an engaged presence I follow your lead. I am relational, supportive and culturally sensitive and I treat everyone as a unique individual. I work with people not a diagnosis. Come as You Are. If you have found your way here you are ready. The long and winding road has led you here to this door. Together we can discover what it means for you to be fully human in this place and in these times and prepared with the needed tools for what lies ahead.
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Telling your story, and making space for the feelings, in front of another person is courageous and can be healing. The human experience is an exhausting one. Acknowledging its impact on your functioning, and where that comes from, can help you access the meaning and beauty life has to offer. My aim is to help you alleviate your pain by fostering a non-judgmental, safe space. With curiosity, we’ll explore your story to become more aware of your feelings and patterns of relating to yourself and to others toward deeper fulfillment. Psychotherapy provides a space for us to acquire insight and clarity, create new priorities, and gain the courage to change. I am committed to walk alongside you to find restoration in areas of your life that are distressed. Being an experienced educator of almost 20 years has really helped me gain insight into couples, families, teens, adults and the human experience as a whole.
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I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with a strong commitment to providing high-quality individualized mental health care to adults. I offer both individual and group psychotherapy. I enjoy working with a diverse range of people, ages, and issues. I bring specialized training and experience in working with young professionals, people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and relationship challenges. If you’d like to learn more about how I’d work with you or have any questions about starting therapy, please email or call me for a free phone consultation. Therapy offers a safe relationship that is rooted in trust and respect. Successful therapy can take different paths. One path may be helping you developing tools to cope more effectively with mental illness. Another path may include learning more about yourself and how you relate to others. I will help you design a treatment plan that best suits your needs. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 17 years of education, training, and clinical experience in the mental health field. I have offices in Pleasanton and Redwood City where I provide therapy to adults living in the Bay Area.
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Therapy is a way to find both self-compassion and growth. It provides a space for you to talk freely about yourself and your dreams without judgment. Whether you are struggling with a recent change or something that has been longer term, I would be glad to see how I can help. We will work together to not only address your current symptoms, but also understand where those symptoms are stemming from to create enduring, long term change. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I am collaborative, relational and empathic and all of my work is from a trauma informed care lens. Specialties include (but are not limited to): anxiety, stress, healing from trauma, work/life balance, imposter syndrome, overwhelm, improving confidence, mindfulness, relationship struggles, individual therapy, & Sport and Performance Consultation. I also offer Psychotherapy with Horses for individuals and families in Petaluma/Pengrove. Please reach out via email or phone to schedule a free initial call or intake appointment.
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I am a Black therapist with about 10 years of experience working with a wide breadth of clients from various cultural backgrounds and diversities. I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioral background looking at how your thoughts can influence your feelings and behaviors and developing coping skills to manage thoughts and better regulate feelings. My main goal in therapy is to meet the client where they are at and provide treatment and support based on the goals and needs of the client. I am very energetic, positive, and down to earth while also being mindful to match my client’s energy and personality. View 6 Photos My specialties include working with the severely mentally ill, children and adolescents, adults of all ages with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief work, college counseling, couples, families, and eating disorders. I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioral background to help develop coping skills to manage thoughts and better regulate feelings. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
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Are you feeling sad, anxious, or lonely and you’re too ashamed or embarrassed to tell anyone about it? Do you pretend everything is alright as to not draw negative attention or cause problems in your relationships, yet inside you’re feeling despair? Do you feel confused and frustrated during conflicts, and you end up taking care of everyone else’s needs? Are you terrified to make decisions that go against familial or cultural norms? Do negative thoughts take over? Together, you and I will figure out what’s really going on with your discontent so that you don’t have to feel like a fraud or a helpless person. It’s going to be okay. We’ll work collaboratively to explore the roots of your anxiety, depression and loneliness. We’ll start with what’s going on in the moment and how to get control over your body and negative thoughts and manage emotional distress. My goal for you is to have at least five different tools and techniques that you can always carry with you to create relief. You don’t need to feel ashamed of your feelings anymore. You and I will gently bump up against the feelings of anxiety, depression and loneliness so that you don’t get swallowed up by them. I can handle anything that you tell me while being respectful of your cultural values and personal beliefs. Contact me so that we can create a better life for you.
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You deserve to feel deeply connected to yourself, your partner(s), and the world around you. I’m here to help. Talking about sex with your partner - or anyone - might feel like a daunting task. Having sex might feel difficult, impossible, or like too much effort - or lead to conflict with your partner. You might be questioning your sexual desires or wondering if you and your partner are still compatible. I help clients overcome their sexual and relational difficulties to feel confident in and outside the bedroom. Together, we will collaborate on how to help you reach your goals, through therapy sessions and home assignments. View 4 Photos As a Sex Therapist, I offer "regular" therapy with additional expertise and training in sex and sexuality. I meet with clients - individually and in partnerships - in person in Oakland and San Francisco, or via Zoom. I provide a warm, trauma-informed, non-judgmental space for you to be fully authentic, and am Kink, Poly, and Queer-affirming. It can be so difficult to navigate sexual and relational issues alone, and that's why I am passionate about helping others navigate these topics. I believe that we heal in community and in relationships, and one of the most healing connections can be with your therapist. If you are ready to feel better about sex, send me an email and we can schedule a call!
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Are you stuck somewhere? Did you hit a wall? Do you want to heal an old wound? Break a habit? Obtain more access to yourself? Explore repeating patterns? Come as you are. Do you want to adjust to the changes in your life? Absorb a loss? Overcome a challenge? Be more present in the moment? Explore your role as a parent? Redefine yourself in a relationship? Come as you are. Together we can move through pain and achieve a deeper understanding of your relationship with yourself, ease conflicts, cope with challenges, and open room for more joy in your life. Together we can give possibility to a fuller, more integrated life experience. In a safe space with compassion, mindful observation, emphatic listening and humor I am here to accompany you in your journey to your heart. I see this work as a privilege, hold it sacredly and host a safe, accepting, intuitive, trustworthy environment. I have extensive experience in working with individuals and couples dealing with past trauma, attachment injury, childhood abuse history, shame, self-esteem, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss. Low income, student, and artist discount available.
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Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life. I specialize in anxiety and depression due to challenges related to relationship difficulties, life transition, existential crises, and/or identity issues. I enjoy working with teenagers providing behavioral therapy to address behavioral and educational concerns. I provide both individual and couples therapy. I utilize a client-centered approach to fully understand my client’s perspective, values, and beliefs. We will collaboratively work together to achieve your individual and relational goals. Let’s begin your healing journey. Please book your free 20-minute consultation.
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Being a first generation Chinese-American immigrant, I am fluent in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, and I have passion, experience, and unique cultural understanding in resolving marriage and parenting issues. If you are considering filing for divorce or are wondering whether your marriage was the right choice, it is time to seek help. I will help you reevaluate your marriage, clarify your problems, release you from the constant quarreling wars, and guide you along the path of reconstruction and healing. As a facilitator of the Prepare & Enrich Program, the computerized results from the assessment help my clients see the complete picture of their marriage. EFT and REBT are my favorite utilized therapies to help couples change their communication patterns and regain their intimacy and passion. I am also a facilitator of the Journey-To-Intimacy class and I have served in Christian churches for over 23 years, preaching and counseling people from age 5 to 95.
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