Therapists in Berkeley, CA
N. Lette Stockwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94705 (Online Only)
Are you trans, queer, or LGBTQIA adjacent looking to better manage the effects of stress, mood problems or anxiety? Maybe you're exploring your relationship to some problematic habits or making some changes? You want a therapist who is warm, welcoming and insightful, but who isn't too psycho-babbley. I won't tell you that you're too sensitive or that your feelings don't make sense.
Are you trans, queer, or LGBTQIA adjacent looking to better manage the effects of stress, mood problems or anxiety? Maybe you're exploring your relationship to some problematic habits or making some changes? You want a therapist who is warm, welcoming and insightful, but who isn't too psycho-babbley. I won't tell you that you're too sensitive or that your feelings don't make sense.
Shannon Gustafson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704
Do you struggle with feelings of shame and guilt? Do you feel not-good-enough no matter how hard you try? Do you struggle to say no or feel overly responsible for others? Do you find yourself in unhealthy relationships? Are you overcoming an abusive situation and feel like you have lost your sense of self? These struggles often manifest as anxiety and depression in our bodies. The good news is you don't have to live a life burdened by the past. It is possible to relate to yourself and others in a new way.
Do you struggle with feelings of shame and guilt? Do you feel not-good-enough no matter how hard you try? Do you struggle to say no or feel overly responsible for others? Do you find yourself in unhealthy relationships? Are you overcoming an abusive situation and feel like you have lost your sense of self? These struggles often manifest as anxiety and depression in our bodies. The good news is you don't have to live a life burdened by the past. It is possible to relate to yourself and others in a new way.
Eti A Valdez-Kaminsky, MFT Divorce Mediator
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94705
People who need personal engagement and direct feedback about their life dynamics and challenges are a good fit for my style. Whether one is managing a mental health diagnosis, personal growth or dealing with a particular life circumstance. I also offer Divorce Mediation. Helping people achieve a fair and equitable divorce settlement.
People who need personal engagement and direct feedback about their life dynamics and challenges are a good fit for my style. Whether one is managing a mental health diagnosis, personal growth or dealing with a particular life circumstance. I also offer Divorce Mediation. Helping people achieve a fair and equitable divorce settlement.
Annemarie Sudermann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94705
A satisfactory relationship to one's self is the most significant element in finding a way through life's challenges. Sometimes this pathway feels chaotic, confused, conflicted, or just not strong enough. Sometimes life experiences overwhelm our capacities to contain and reflect on their meaning for us in a way that keeps us from our potential as persons, as partners, or as an employee/job holder. Therapy offers an opportunity to listen to yourself in an uniquely individual, finely-tuned, non-judgmental way. Fears, sadnesses, and blocked places may all find they have something important to reveal to us when explored in a therapeutic relationship.
A satisfactory relationship to one's self is the most significant element in finding a way through life's challenges. Sometimes this pathway feels chaotic, confused, conflicted, or just not strong enough. Sometimes life experiences overwhelm our capacities to contain and reflect on their meaning for us in a way that keeps us from our potential as persons, as partners, or as an employee/job holder. Therapy offers an opportunity to listen to yourself in an uniquely individual, finely-tuned, non-judgmental way. Fears, sadnesses, and blocked places may all find they have something important to reveal to us when explored in a therapeutic relationship.
Bay Area Couples Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, Emotion, Focused, Couples
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94705
IN THE TIME OF COVID, WE ALL HAVE TO UP OUR CONNECTION GAME. Face it, you love your partner, they drive you crazy. And now that we’re around each other 24/7 and some of us with kids crawling all over us, we are not getting our needs met and we are hurting each in ways we are not proud of. Before it was an option to just let our old patterns kind of work. Not now! You are not alone! The whole world is experiencing this. What is essential now is for couples to upgrade. You won't have an 8 hour break (at work) to recover from what your partner just did. We need to actively practice COUPLES SKILLS THAT WORK. It's not optional now!
IN THE TIME OF COVID, WE ALL HAVE TO UP OUR CONNECTION GAME. Face it, you love your partner, they drive you crazy. And now that we’re around each other 24/7 and some of us with kids crawling all over us, we are not getting our needs met and we are hurting each in ways we are not proud of. Before it was an option to just let our old patterns kind of work. Not now! You are not alone! The whole world is experiencing this. What is essential now is for couples to upgrade. You won't have an 8 hour break (at work) to recover from what your partner just did. We need to actively practice COUPLES SKILLS THAT WORK. It's not optional now!
Alison Alderdice
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94710
You might come to me exhausted, frustrated, and seeking a new way to experience your life. My approach is active and collaborative: I trust your knowledge of yourself and offer my insights, skills, and training to help you achieve lasting change and healing. Together, we identify ways to align your routines, relationships, and environments with your long-term goals and values. We turn avoidance into action and find acceptance through mindfulness, wisdom, and compassion. My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and genuine. I am passionate about helping people reduce their suffering and build lives they find meaningful and fulfilling.
You might come to me exhausted, frustrated, and seeking a new way to experience your life. My approach is active and collaborative: I trust your knowledge of yourself and offer my insights, skills, and training to help you achieve lasting change and healing. Together, we identify ways to align your routines, relationships, and environments with your long-term goals and values. We turn avoidance into action and find acceptance through mindfulness, wisdom, and compassion. My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and genuine. I am passionate about helping people reduce their suffering and build lives they find meaningful and fulfilling.
Genean Jeffery-Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704
Are you tired of worrying about what others think? Is your self-esteem in need of CPR? Are you ready to find healing from that toxic relationship and start living a more fulfilling life? Are you feeling unmotivated or scared of change? If you've said yes to any of these questions, I am here to help you work toward living your best life. My name is Genean, and whatever challenges you're dealing with, let's work together to help you grow into a healthier and happier version of yourself.
Are you tired of worrying about what others think? Is your self-esteem in need of CPR? Are you ready to find healing from that toxic relationship and start living a more fulfilling life? Are you feeling unmotivated or scared of change? If you've said yes to any of these questions, I am here to help you work toward living your best life. My name is Genean, and whatever challenges you're dealing with, let's work together to help you grow into a healthier and happier version of yourself.
Dara Freed
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704
If you're feeling stuck in repetitive patterns without understanding why or feeling a sense of disconnection with your partner I'm here to help. These struggles can stem from deep-rooted perspectives that leave us feeling inadequate. I believe in the power of connection, embodiment, and self-exploration to transform lives. My therapeutic approach is holistic and collaborative, acknowledging that everyone's journey is unique. Let's embark on a journey together towards understanding and growth. I'm here to guide you towards self-acceptance, awareness, and empowerment. Let go of old patterns and embrace a new understanding of yourself.
If you're feeling stuck in repetitive patterns without understanding why or feeling a sense of disconnection with your partner I'm here to help. These struggles can stem from deep-rooted perspectives that leave us feeling inadequate. I believe in the power of connection, embodiment, and self-exploration to transform lives. My therapeutic approach is holistic and collaborative, acknowledging that everyone's journey is unique. Let's embark on a journey together towards understanding and growth. I'm here to guide you towards self-acceptance, awareness, and empowerment. Let go of old patterns and embrace a new understanding of yourself.
Mark Francis Dolan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94705
I work with clients work on a variety of issues including, but not limited to, ways to better manage anxiety, strategies to reduce rumination, and techniques to help when we are feeling overwhelmed or depressed. We may at times question the role of meaning in our lives and so I strive to create a trusting space to reflect on these deeper issues as well.
I work with clients work on a variety of issues including, but not limited to, ways to better manage anxiety, strategies to reduce rumination, and techniques to help when we are feeling overwhelmed or depressed. We may at times question the role of meaning in our lives and so I strive to create a trusting space to reflect on these deeper issues as well.
Christine K Pess
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704
I offer both short and long-term therapy with adolescents, adults and seniors. I am experienced with anxiety, grief, depression, identity exploration, relationship issues and trauma. I strive to create a comfortable, accepting and encouraging space, and I believe that the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is essential to the work.
I offer both short and long-term therapy with adolescents, adults and seniors. I am experienced with anxiety, grief, depression, identity exploration, relationship issues and trauma. I strive to create a comfortable, accepting and encouraging space, and I believe that the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is essential to the work.
Judith Suzanne Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
Not accepting new clients
My style is active, engaged and down to earth. I will listen carefully to what you say and together we will identify the problem and adopt strategies to resolve it. My aim is to create lasting change that will free you from what is no longer working for you so your life can become happier and more satisfying. My experience is that with help all people are capable of creating a life worth living, whether individually or within a couple. In addition I do personal coaching for specific projects or to accelerate what is already working.
My style is active, engaged and down to earth. I will listen carefully to what you say and together we will identify the problem and adopt strategies to resolve it. My aim is to create lasting change that will free you from what is no longer working for you so your life can become happier and more satisfying. My experience is that with help all people are capable of creating a life worth living, whether individually or within a couple. In addition I do personal coaching for specific projects or to accelerate what is already working.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, JD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94708 (Online Only)
My clients have survived traumas big and small that have profoundly impacted their worldview. Now, they find themselves drained of the strength they once drew from. While many around you know you as the strong one, this time, you don't think you can make it through. You might be feeling stock in a challenging life situation, grappling with impostor syndrome, or are feeling overwhelmed by the intensity of your feelings. However, now you sense that you are ready to slow down and heal. You want a therapist who gets your struggles and your resilience. You want healing on your own terms and I can facilitate that.
My clients have survived traumas big and small that have profoundly impacted their worldview. Now, they find themselves drained of the strength they once drew from. While many around you know you as the strong one, this time, you don't think you can make it through. You might be feeling stock in a challenging life situation, grappling with impostor syndrome, or are feeling overwhelmed by the intensity of your feelings. However, now you sense that you are ready to slow down and heal. You want a therapist who gets your struggles and your resilience. You want healing on your own terms and I can facilitate that.
Leah Bellack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94709 (Online Only)
Hello there - my name is Leah and I'm a licensed therapist who loves helping individuals like you become more connected to yourself, your loved ones, and your communities as you reconnect with your power, voice, and direction in life. Being a human is tough and I became a therapist because I’m passionate about helping people increase their self-awareness and access the freedom and empowerment that I know is waiting for you!
Hello there - my name is Leah and I'm a licensed therapist who loves helping individuals like you become more connected to yourself, your loved ones, and your communities as you reconnect with your power, voice, and direction in life. Being a human is tough and I became a therapist because I’m passionate about helping people increase their self-awareness and access the freedom and empowerment that I know is waiting for you!
Sarah Cybulski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
Sarah Cybulski is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in supporting adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, attachment disorder, trauma, and grief. She aims to ensure all clients feel safe, heard and supported while also being challenged to make changes and look forward to growth. She wants to support clients in recognizing and understanding their whole selves and the impact of past and current life circumstances on their well-being, while working toward clarifying and planning future goals.
Sarah Cybulski is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in supporting adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, attachment disorder, trauma, and grief. She aims to ensure all clients feel safe, heard and supported while also being challenged to make changes and look forward to growth. She wants to support clients in recognizing and understanding their whole selves and the impact of past and current life circumstances on their well-being, while working toward clarifying and planning future goals.
Jaclyn Lee: Eating Disorder Counseling - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94710 (Online Only)
Your deepest desire is to find peace with food. Each day is a new battle with yourself and your relationship to food. High tension, anxiety, and fear are ever present. The only way you know how to handle these feelings is through food. You restrict to manage your anxiety for the day. Or you binge eat as a way of numbing out the unwanted feelings. Here’s the thing, it doesn’t have to be this way. I can tell you that there IS a way out. I’ve done it, and helped many do the same. And that is why I am passionate about helping you realize the same is true for you.
Your deepest desire is to find peace with food. Each day is a new battle with yourself and your relationship to food. High tension, anxiety, and fear are ever present. The only way you know how to handle these feelings is through food. You restrict to manage your anxiety for the day. Or you binge eat as a way of numbing out the unwanted feelings. Here’s the thing, it doesn’t have to be this way. I can tell you that there IS a way out. I’ve done it, and helped many do the same. And that is why I am passionate about helping you realize the same is true for you.
Sarah Ackerman
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94705
Not accepting new clients
I see my role as a guide and facilitator to help you discover the resources within to become an active agent of your own healing and growth. You'll develop new awareness about the patterns in your life that no longer serve you and new skills to transform those patterns. For couples, I'll help you lower reactivity and shift the dynamics so that you can restore safety and create a more connected and intimate bond.
I see my role as a guide and facilitator to help you discover the resources within to become an active agent of your own healing and growth. You'll develop new awareness about the patterns in your life that no longer serve you and new skills to transform those patterns. For couples, I'll help you lower reactivity and shift the dynamics so that you can restore safety and create a more connected and intimate bond.
Janet Bein Hickey
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94703 (Online Only)
I am a seasoned clinician with over 25 years of experience working in corporate, community and managed care settings. I connect easily with a variety of clients and enjoy working with individuals on self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, parenting, grief and loss, stress management and work/life balance. My goal is to provide support through coaching and counseling to help one achieve more satisfaction in life.
I am a seasoned clinician with over 25 years of experience working in corporate, community and managed care settings. I connect easily with a variety of clients and enjoy working with individuals on self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, parenting, grief and loss, stress management and work/life balance. My goal is to provide support through coaching and counseling to help one achieve more satisfaction in life.
Ian Silverness
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94703
Are you feeling stuck, blocked, or living less fully than you would like? Maybe you would like to feel more embodied, alive, and confident. Whether it is fear, trauma, or stories we tell about ourselves and others, there are many obstacles that prevent us from thriving. I am here to support you on your journey toward wholeness.
Are you feeling stuck, blocked, or living less fully than you would like? Maybe you would like to feel more embodied, alive, and confident. Whether it is fear, trauma, or stories we tell about ourselves and others, there are many obstacles that prevent us from thriving. I am here to support you on your journey toward wholeness.
Iris Leung
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704 (Online Only)
Dr. Iris Leung is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in gender and sexual identity, race-based stress, transitional periods, trauma, depression, anxiety, sleep issues, sexual health, and relationship strain. Dr. Leung’s integrative clinical approach is grounded in psychodynamic, relational, and evidence-based theories. They strongly believe in the importance of validating emotions and personal narratives, and creating an empathic space for introspection and change.
Dr. Iris Leung is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in gender and sexual identity, race-based stress, transitional periods, trauma, depression, anxiety, sleep issues, sexual health, and relationship strain. Dr. Leung’s integrative clinical approach is grounded in psychodynamic, relational, and evidence-based theories. They strongly believe in the importance of validating emotions and personal narratives, and creating an empathic space for introspection and change.
Katy Bullick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94705
Are you wondering what needs to change for you to feel better than you do, or having trouble making it happen? I believe that the struggles we face in our lives are invitations for us to grow. Seeking support for life's challenges is a courageous and powerful choice; consider me a partner on your road toward empowerment. I have a special interest in working with clients navigating intersectional identities: creative and intellectual seekers overcoming struggle, working to find their unique path in the world. Many of my clients are artists, activists, or environmentally conscious folks committed to personal and collective healing.
Are you wondering what needs to change for you to feel better than you do, or having trouble making it happen? I believe that the struggles we face in our lives are invitations for us to grow. Seeking support for life's challenges is a courageous and powerful choice; consider me a partner on your road toward empowerment. I have a special interest in working with clients navigating intersectional identities: creative and intellectual seekers overcoming struggle, working to find their unique path in the world. Many of my clients are artists, activists, or environmentally conscious folks committed to personal and collective healing.
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Number of Therapists in Berkeley, CA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$190
Therapists in Berkeley, CA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
85% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
75% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Grief |
66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
50% | Aetna |
39% | Cigna and Evernorth |
38% | Other |
How Therapists in Berkeley, CA see their clients
64% | In Person and Online | |
36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Berkeley?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.