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Top therapists in Oakland, CA accepting new patients

Trudy McMahon

Trudy McMahon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away

2915 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Berkeley, CA

“I am somatically orientated and trauma focused. My background is in substance misuse/harm reduction and chronic long term mental ill health.”

Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Denton

Stephanie Denton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away

315 Sanchez Street, San Francisco, CA

“I take a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach, meaning we look at how past experiences and relationships may still be influencing your present-day emotions and connections.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amilia Rodriguez

Amilia Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away

406 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco, CA

“I take a holistic, client-centered approach rooted in Gestalt principles, focusing on mind, body, and emotions.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Curative, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Douglas Glen

Douglas Glen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away

2211 Post Street, San Francisco, CA

“I look to develop sessions with prospective clients by building a collaborative, supportive and empowering relationship.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Lukas Novak

Lukas Novak

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away

2211 Post Street, San Francisco, CA

“Much of our work will hinge on the relationship. Good therapy needs a real one - a place where you can think out loud, say what you don't usually say, and hear honest feedback about what might be going on.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Benjamin Molland

Dr. Benjamin Molland

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away

2211 Post Street, San Francisco, CA

“I believe that understanding how your past shapes your current patterns — in relationships, in your sense of self, in the ways you get stuck — is the foundation for lasting change.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Nasrah

Jessica Nasrah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away

2919 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA

I have experience working with a wide range of clients and disorders, ranging from children to older adults across various cultures and occupations. I focus mainly on helping clients through trauma, ADHD difficulties, and sexual issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Lucia Moore

Lucia Moore

Therapist

In-person • 9.4 mi away

1603 Church Street, San Francisco, CA

“I use a warm approach by incorporating empathetic listening and authentic affirmative communication.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Judith Lucia Albano

Judith Lucia Albano

Therapist

In-person • 9.4 mi away

1603 Church Street, San Francisco, CA

“I bring a real, attentive, and compassionate presence to therapy. I value building trust and creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, Curative, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jim Torrens

Jim Torrens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away

3354 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA

I have found a calling that allows me to bring my full self – head, heart, and soul – to my work.

I found this calling after a fulfilling career in social services. In addition to working as a teacher, program manager, policy advocate, and peer counselor, I have also married, raised a family, coached youth sports, and pursued mindful self-care, creativity, and personal growth.

I earned my Bachelor’s in English from Harvard and my Master’s in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Rosen

Rachel Rosen

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away

141 West J Street, Benicia, CA

Struggling with depression & identity through childhood, diagnosed with ADHD as an adult— I know about "not reaching [your] potential," and feeling like everything is a struggle.

Beginning in middle school as a volunteer, I gained over 20 years of experience with a range of developmental and other issues before beginning grad school.

Since earning my license, my work has focused primarily on adults and teens with ADHD & ASD, chronic depression, LGBTQIA+ & identity issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Reina Turner

Reina Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away

672 2nd Avenue, San Francisco, CA

Hi! I’m Reina and I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I’m also a Bay Area native, an unapologetic cat lover, a self proclaimed expert of silly reality tv shows, and mom to a sweet, silly little 5 year old.

I work with awesome, fierce women at various stages of motherhood who look like they have it all together on the outside but internally feel like they're consumed with spinning thoughts and worry they're doing it all wrong.

Anxiety, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Rubenstein

Andrea Rubenstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away

3397 Mount Diablo Boulevard, Lafayette, CA

My name is Andrea Rubenstein. I am a Licensed Psychologist. I am honored to support people in improving their well-being. I have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and a large range of symptomatology.

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Curative, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clementine Brown

Clementine Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away

525 Irving Street, San Francisco, CA

“I use a Liberation Psychology approach which means we often explore how we have internalized society's oppressive systems and how we can get you as free as possible from internalized and external forms of oppression.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Bass

Andrea Bass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away

652 Funston Avenue, San Francisco, CA

“In our healing journey together, connection to our emotions, our body (somatic mindfulness), our creativity and life force brings deeper relationships with others and a greater connection to ourselves.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Curative

Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away

2960 Camino Diablo, Walnut Creek, CA

“I bring a multicultural lens to my work, with a particular interest in supporting immigrant families—especially Latino and Asian American clients—as well as LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse folks.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance

Paula Soltani

Paula Soltani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away

2960 Camino Diablo, Walnut Creek, CA

“I pull from a variety of approaches, within a framework of strength-based, attachment theory, compassion focused and mindfulness and am committed to adapting to using what is most appropriate for you.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,

Rachelle Goldenberg

Rachelle Goldenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away

2910 Camino Diablo, Walnut Creek, CA

You've always been capable.

The systems around you weren't built for you.

I'm Rachelle Goldenberg, LCSW — a licensed clinical social worker, neuroaffirming therapist, and a late-diagnosed AuDHD adult. That last part matters, because I know firsthand what it's like to spend most of your life feeling like you're failing at something everyone else finds easy.

Over 26 years in this field, I've learned that how I practice isn't determined by training alone. It's shaped by understanding that exhaustion, avoidance, emotional intensity, or difficulty focusing often isn't a character flaw—it's information about what your nervous system, body, and environment actually need.

At Swift Mind Care, I focus my work to serve neurodivergent adults navigating ADHD, autism, sensory processing differences, and the quiet grief of a late diagnosis. If you've spent years wondering why the world felt so much harder for you than it seemed to for others, you're in the right place.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, United Healthcare,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Meixner

Anthony Meixner

Therapist

In-person • 12 mi away

2950 Camino Diablo, Walnut Creek, CA

“You will have the chance to experience the space to be safe, validating, non-judgmental, and empathetic.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Austin Nystrom

Austin Nystrom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away

1395 31st Avenue, San Francisco, CA

“I utilize a holistic approach that embraces one's intersections and addresses mental, emotional, and somatic (bodily) experiences.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Randall Coeshott

Dr. Randall Coeshott

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away

1415 Oakland Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA

“I collaborate with clients to help them overcome their challenges and facilitate long lasting change using an integrative approach to psychotherapy...”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship Issues,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna,

Denise Alfaro

Denise Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away

1870 Olympic Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA

“I focus on giving you concrete, real-world tools that lead to noticeable changes in your everyday life.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ignacia Perez Botto

Ignacia Perez Botto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away

39 Quail Court, Walnut Creek, CA

“I specialize in supporting teens and adults through life transitions like college, career changes, pregnancy, and postpartum.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Infertility,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jimena Picciano

Jimena Picciano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away

1460 Maria Lane, Walnut Creek, CA

“My warm, empathetic style creates a supportive environment for growth, and I bring clinical expertise and professionalism to adapt therapy to your unique journey.”

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Udor

Sarah Udor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away

1 Harbor Drive, Sausalito, CA

“My expertise is in delivering comprehensive healthcare that addresses both physical and psychological aspects of wellness.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna,

Darcell Sockwell

Darcell Sockwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away

1363 B Street, Hayward, CA

I have close to two decades of experience treating adults, children, and families in the Bay Area. My focus is on providing integrative psychotherapy (IP). IP is an approach that is generally flexible with an inclusive attitude toward the different psychotherapeutic models depending on the client's needs.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Creative, Direct, Humorous

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Elise Holland

Elise Holland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away

150 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley, CA

“I tailor my approach to best serve my clients, using various modalities to support them such as Internal Family Systems, Eye-Movement Densitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical...”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna insurance

Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away

140 Mayhew Way, Pleasant Hill, CA

“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling a little bit lighter, more connected, more seen, more validated, and armed with new tools, insight, and strategies to handle overwhelming emotions or interpersonal and social scenarios.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Rose Pendleton

Rose Pendleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away

1601 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame, CA

I enjoy bringing humor and kindness to my sessions I want to know what you need and will do my best with helping you get there

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francis Toal

Francis Toal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away

2100 Monument Boulevard, Pleasant Hill, CA

“I believe therapy should provide a place where you can speak openly without judgment while also helping you better understand the patterns, experiences, and circumstances that may be keeping you stuck.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away

2610 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon, CA

“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Providence Health Plan

Rebecca Carron

Rebecca Carron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

829 Sonoma Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA

“My hope is that you feel a sense of calm after our initial meeting. My goal is to ensure you feel seen, heard and empowered towards the next steps in reaching your goals...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Infertility,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Norteye

William Norteye

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

5905 Soquel Drive, Soquel, CA

“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental. Drawing from evidenced based methods such as Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy...”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Laskowski

Kimberly Laskowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

404 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA

Whatever's brought you here — depression that's hard to shake, anxiety that won't quiet down, the weight of past trauma, the ups and downs of bipolar disorder, or strain in your closest relationships — you don't have to navigate it alone. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 28 years of experience, and I've spent that time helping individuals find their way through life's hardest stretches.

My specialties include depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and trauma, along with deep experience in relationships, family dynamics, child development, and parenting. After nearly three decades in this work, very little feels too big or too complicated to bring into the room — and I'll meet you with both warmth and the honesty that real change requires. I offer both, telehealth and in person sessions.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Lauren O'Brien

Lauren O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think therapy should be warm, insightful, and empowering; there can be laughter, tears, and a lot of big questions (and maybe swearing).”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Afarin Rajaei

Dr. Afarin Rajaei

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Dr. Afarin Rajaei (she/her), a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and purpose. In my 10 years in therapy, my approach has evolved to be warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, drawing from narrative therapy, systemic thinking, and the Gottman Method.

Whether you're coping with anxiety, relationship stress, identity shifts, or life transitions, I provide a space where your experiences are validated and your goals are honored. Together, we’ll uncover your inner strengths, address barriers, and co-create strategies for growth and healing. I work from a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive lens and bring deep experience in supporting people from diverse backgrounds, including immigrants and those navigating intergenerational dynamics.

Clients often tell me they feel seen and understood in our work together—and that therapy with me helps them reconnect with their voice, values, and vision for life. If you’re seeking a therapist who balances insight with actionable change, I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Jennifer Hellman

Jennifer Hellman

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working in community mental health, co-occurring substance use treatment, and residential care settings. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use challenges, mood disorders, relationship stress, and major life transitions.

I believe therapy works best when clients feel heard, respected and supported without judgement. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. I draw from CBT, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based approaches to help clients build insight, emotional stability, and healthier coping strategies.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lidia Haefele

Lidia Haefele

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use different approaches and usually, what is more appropriate for the person I am working with as everyone is very unique.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcella Salzle

Marcella Salzle

Therapist

Virtual • California


I specialize in helping clients to truly get to know themselves and the thoughts in their head (whether conscious or subconscious) to break patterns, decrease people-pleasing, increase self-esteem, relieve stress and anxiety, address interpersonal issues, and increase their life satisfaction. Sometimes in life, we might feel stuck in a rut. My role is to help you work yourself out of that rut. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to modify your thoughts and in turn your behavior. I also use interpersonal therapy to increase effectiveness within your relationships. Solution focused therapy helps me, to help you, find the answers or resources that are already within you.

I have a License in Clinical Social Work and have a background working in both child welfare and community mental health. I've worked with countless families, parents, children, and adolescent. I see my client's as part of a system; recognizing that our environment influences our development in childhood and throughout adulthood. I believe that with insight and cognitive reframing, we can take control of our lives.

Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,

Elizabeth O'Donnell

Elizabeth O'Donnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that building a genuine, open, and honest therapeutic relationship with my client is the best way to connect.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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