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Sara Grunstein

Sara Grunstein

Berkeley, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Sara Grunstein is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and therapist who excels in supporting children, adolescents, and adults through the complexities of life’s challenges. Her expertise encompasses various critical transitions, including childbirth, adoption, the loss of loved ones, and early childhood trauma. Sara specializes in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, fostering enriching relationships within the parent-child dyad as a pathway to healing. By working closely with individuals, she addresses issues stemming from unresolved traumas and attachment difficulties that often manifest as anxiety, depression, and interpersonal struggles. Recognizing that ruptures in relationships can affect generations, Sara empowers caregivers to become healing agents for their children in a safe and nurturing environment. Through her enriching modalities—including Play Therapy and Family Systems Therapy—she helps clients reframe and find new meanings in their experiences, promoting resilience and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief PTSD/Trauma Parenting
Barbara Hooks

Barbara Hooks

Berkeley, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Barbara Hooks is a compassionate and dedicated psychologist who views therapy as a powerful catalyst for both insight and transformation. Recognizing that life can present challenges, she creates a calm and supportive environment where individuals can reconnect with what matters most to them. This connection serves as a guiding light for personal change and fulfillment. With a focus on evidence-based and mindfulness approaches, Dr. Hooks equips her clients with practical strategies to navigate difficult thoughts and emotions, working collaboratively towards vibrant and fulfilling lives. Her warm, interactive, and culturally-sensitive style fosters deep connections, allowing clients to explore issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, stress, low self-esteem, and addiction. She specializes in addressing relationship concerns, life transitions, and gender identity issues, in addition to providing psychological testing and evaluations. Alongside her colleague, she co-founded HeartWork Psychology, reflecting their belief that therapy should always stem from the heart. Their mission is to promote well-being through compassionate and evidence-based therapy and assessment.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Relationship Stress
Stephen Salter

Stephen Salter

Berkeley, CA
Psychologist
Stephen Salter, a dedicated psychologist, understands that many individuals seek therapy during times of loneliness, desperation, and hopelessness. He believes that therapy provides a beacon of hope, illuminating pathways to a brighter future in a world that may feel overwhelming. With his extensive training, Stephen is committed to guiding his clients in overcoming obstacles on their journey toward well-being. He finds immense satisfaction in collaborating with those who are ready to invest in their growth. Life presents challenges, often uninvited, and the patterns we develop can persist over time. While the past shapes who we are, it does not have to dictate our future. Through his compassionate approach, Stephen empowers individuals to take charge of their narratives, creating the possibility for personal transformation and a more fulfilling life.
Specialties
Loneliness
Linda Taggart

Linda Taggart

Berkeley, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Linda Taggart, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who specializes in guiding her clients—individuals who are generally successful in life—through the complexities of recurring troubling dynamics. Her clients often face various forms of anxiety that can hinder their full engagement in life and may have specific achievements they are eager to pursue. The therapeutic relationship that Linda cultivates becomes the cornerstone for meaningful discussions, offering insights and developing tailored plans to address unique symptoms through supportive resources, including cognitive behavioral strategies. With expertise in EMDR, she effectively facilitates both the enhancement of performance and the resolution of past issues or traumas. Linda's approach encourages clients to deeply examine their self-talk and cultivate resilience as they strive for their goals and navigate distressing patterns. The EMDR protocol she employs focuses on past events that may have inadvertently shaped self-beliefs, providing clients with a path to discovering their own answers. Conversations with Linda about often-avoided challenging topics can be profoundly empowering, fostering hope and realization of goals. She invites individuals to explore this journey of self-discovery and healing together.
Specialties
Anxiety General Mental Health
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David Raughton

David Raughton

Berkeley, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
David Raughton is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) who provides practical, eclectic, and deep therapeutic support. Known for his gentle and caring nature, David is also focused and effective in his approach. He utilizes a blend of mindfulness, cognitive therapy, and psychodynamic understanding to assist clients in making transformative changes. David sees the goodness and strength in each individual, a perspective shaped by his own healing journey as a young man. His primary focus is on mindfulness-based therapy, where the therapeutic relationship plays a pivotal role. Together with his clients, he explores emotional conflicts and barriers, which helps to dispel self-limiting core beliefs. Through his compassionate guidance, clients cultivate self-acceptance, establish healthy boundaries, deepen intimacy, and gain clarity of direction. His expertise is particularly beneficial for those facing challenges with depression, anxiety, or relationship issues. Clients often find a rapid connection with the core dilemmas that have been holding them back, paving the way for healing and empowering them to mobilize their inner resources for desired change.
Specialties
Anxiety Mindfulness Relationship Stress
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Mauricio Lask

Mauricio Lask

Berkeley, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Mauricio Lask is a compassionate psychologist with over 10 years of experience dedicated to helping teens, adults, and elders navigate their personal journeys towards improved mental health. Understanding that everyone encounters difficulties and feelings of being lost, he creates a supportive atmosphere for exploration and growth. He is highly skilled in identifying unhelpful patterns that can hinder progress and empowering clients to make positive, life-affirming choices. Dr. Lask offers therapeutic services to clients dealing with a myriad of issues, such as trauma and PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, and life transitions. He is trained in various therapeutic styles, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy, which he tailors flexibly to meet the unique needs of each individual client. Additionally, he provides psychological evaluations across the lifespan. Dr. Lask considers it a privilege to partner with his clients on their paths toward enhanced well-being and resiliency, assisting them in defining their goals and finding effective ways to achieve them.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Sleeping Well Weight Management
Dana Loreaux

Dana Loreaux

Berkeley, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Dana Loreaux, a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist, brings a wealth of experience in guiding preteens, teens, and adults through their unique journeys of self-discovery and healing. She believes that therapy can serve as a nurturing space to explore individuals' relationships with themselves and others. With her empathetic and collaborative approach, Dana creates an environment that fosters growth and promotes change. Her commitment to understanding each client's unique needs allows her to connect deeply with those she works with, emphasizing the importance of comfort and trust in the therapeutic process. Dana is passionate about delving into the complexities of the human experience, offering support in areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, identity exploration, sexuality, gender, and relationship challenges. Utilizing a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed framework, she employs various modalities, including person-centered and psychodynamic therapy. Dana's diverse experience spans schools, mental health community centers, and private practice, equipping her to effectively support individuals from all walks of life as they recognize their strengths and pursue their potential.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Spirituality
Ana Lourdes Herrador

Ana Lourdes Herrador

Berkeley, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Ana Lourdes Herrador is a bi-cultural and bilingual Latina Marriage & Family Therapist (MS, LMFT) with over twenty years of experience. She has had the privilege of working with children, teens, adults, and elders from a wide array of cultural backgrounds. Her holistic approach to psychotherapy incorporates mindfulness, relational, cognitive, and psychodynamic theories, making her a sought-after therapist for those dealing with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Known for her warm and compassionate demeanor, Ana strives to create a welcoming environment where clients feel safe to confront and work through their challenges. Ana is dedicated to empowering individuals on their personal journeys, helping them uncover their inner strengths and gain deeper insights into themselves and their relationships. By embracing diversity in all its forms, she integrates various treatment modalities—including Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy—tailored to the unique needs of each client.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Mindfulness Relationship Stress
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Cyndi Lowe

Cyndi Lowe

Berkeley, CA
PHD
Dr. Cyndi Lowe is a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting adults who may be grappling with the challenges of OCD, anxiety, and depression. Those who feel lost, lonely, or overwhelmed by grief can find solace in her guidance. With a warm and understanding approach, Dr. Lowe specializes in helping individuals navigate through their emotional turmoil, providing a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. As an expert in treating obsessive-compulsive disorders, she utilizes evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques to effectively alleviate symptoms and enhance well-being. Combining her background in psychodynamic and expressive arts therapy with a robust understanding of behavioral therapies, Dr. Lowe embraces a distinctly humanistic perspective. She is known for her direct yet supportive methods, emphasizing commitment and motivation as key components for progress. While her appointments are currently conducted online, Dr. Lowe continues to leverage technology to enrich the therapeutic experience and guide her clients toward discovering their inner selves, understanding their desires, and making meaningful changes in their lives.
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Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence General Mental Health Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Relationship Stress Sleeping Well
Sarah Lucas

Sarah Lucas

Berkeley, CA
Counselor, LPCC
Sarah Lucas is a passionate counselor and LPCC whose journey toward healing from trauma ignited her desire to support others on their paths. She possesses a profound admiration for how one individual’s healing can create a ripple effect within relationships, families, communities, and the broader world. Sarah envisions a world where every person finds their own healing, a hope that fuels her dedication to facilitate this transformative experience in her clients' lives. Her practice centers around helping clients navigate their own healing journeys from trauma. With a focus on building a collaborative therapeutic relationship, Sarah empowers her clients as they reconnect with their innate strength and inner wisdom. Utilizing EMDR therapy, she effectively assists clients in processing both single-event and complex trauma while also paying special attention to the somatic experiences associated with trauma. Moreover, Sarah incorporates mindfulness techniques, enhancing the healing process for her clients. Through her supportive approach, she guides clients in surpassing their trauma, achieving levels of thriving and performance that may have previously seemed unattainable.
Specialties
Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma
Taryn Thomas

Taryn Thomas

Berkeley, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Taryn Thomas is a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on fostering healing and connection in a safe space. With a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from New College of California, graduated in 2003, Taryn brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice. She works with individuals, couples, and families, guiding them through complex issues such as trauma and PTSD, relationship challenges, and the intricacies of family dynamics. Taryn's diverse expertise encompasses an array of concerns, including domestic abuse, grief, and self-esteem issues, supporting adolescents and elders alike. Through her eclectic and relational therapy modalities, she creates tailored treatment plans to meet the unique needs of her clients, helping them navigate the path to emotional well-being and healthier relationships. Taryn's empathetic nature and genuine commitment to her clients ensure a therapeutic experience that is both transformative and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence Eating Disorders Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Student Life
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Kerry Mckee

Kerry Mckee

Berkeley, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kerry McKee is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, dedicated to guiding individuals and elders through the transformative journey of therapy. With a focus on healing the mind, heart, body, and spirit, Kerry supports clients facing life's transitions, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. They specialize in offering a warm and nurturing environment, fostering personal transformation and growth tailored to each client's unique needs. Utilizing a variety of evidence-based, depth-oriented approaches, Kerry integrates techniques such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Mindfulness, Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Ecotherapy. As a queer and trans-affirming therapist, Kerry is committed to honoring each individual's identity, offering an inclusive space for people of all ethnicities, nationalities, gender identities, and sexual orientations. With expertise in trauma and PTSD, spirituality, and life coaching, Kerry provides clients with the tools to cultivate resilience, self-esteem, and a richer meaning in their lives.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Spirituality
Nathan Michael

Nathan Michael

Berkeley, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Nathan Michael, MA, LMFT, is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in assisting individuals with anxiety, stress, and relationship issues. He understands that the worries, frustrations, and confusions experienced in meaningful relationships can often feel overwhelming, making daily life a challenge. Nathan recognizes the deep impact that anxiety can have, not only on individuals but also on their relationships, and he is committed to alleviating this burden. Acting as a supportive copilot and safety net, he works collaboratively with clients to restore satisfaction in their relationships. In a compassionate environment, Nathan gently explores the feelings of anxiety with clients, ensuring that they are not consumed by these emotions. By shining a light on the roots of relational anxiety, he facilitates a powerful experience of relief. Nathan addresses the factors contributing to anxious feelings and equips clients with understanding and practical tools to foster relief. With expertise in various mind-body and therapy practices, he is dedicated to helping clients harness their strengths, enhance self-awareness, identify blind spots, and cultivate trust in themselves while maintaining meaningful connections with others.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Relationship Stress

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