El Cerrito, CA Local Support & Community Resources

Brandi Ann Plumley is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Master’s degree in Depth Psychology from the Pacifica Graduate Program, where she graduated in 2004. She is passionate about assisting young adults and professionals as they navigate the unique challenges of life transitions, anxiety, and depression. Her approach includes a non-judgmental and compassionate space, allowing her clients to explore mindfulness, empathy, and evidence-based practices for optimal healing. With over 15 years of experience in community and outpatient programs, Brandi specializes in addressing issues such as trauma, PTSD, and the emotional burdens healthcare professionals often encounter, including burnout, depression, and anxiety. Her expertise also extends to relationship issues and self-esteem challenges, ensuring that individuals, couples, and families receive personalized support tailored to their needs. By integrating various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy, Brandi provides her clients with the tools necessary to build resilience and a brighter future. Choosing to reach out can be daunting; Brandi encourages clients to take that courageous step towards understanding and healing their unique journeys.

Tasha Pera is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, who has been enriching the lives of her clients since graduating from California State University, Hayward in 1986. She specializes in helping teens, adults, and elders navigate through trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and relationship issues. Tasha utilizes a variety of therapy types including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), EMDR, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support individuals, couples, and families in overcoming difficulties such as depression and substance use. Her approach is characterized by positivity and respect, focusing on building coping skills, relaxation, and mindfulness. Tasha believes that self-awareness is the key to transformation and often assigns homework to facilitate growth between sessions. During these unique times of social distancing, she provides telehealth sessions via a user-friendly, HIPAA-compliant platform, ensuring that her clients receive the care they need from the comfort of their homes. Tasha remains committed to serving all her clients with the utmost value and compassion, working collaboratively to achieve their therapy goals.

Elizabeth Block is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Educational Psychologist with over 30 years of experience in helping children overcome learning, behavioral, and emotional challenges. She understands the deep concerns parents face regarding their children's development, academic progress, and social skills. Elizabeth specializes in identifying learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism, and Emotional Disturbances through thorough and comprehensive diagnostic evaluations. Her evaluations can encompass areas of emotional, behavioral, adaptive functioning, general intellectual functioning, attention, visual-spatial skills, motor skills, memory, executive functioning, and academic achievement. With a steadfast mission to enhance the happiness and well-being of youth, Elizabeth combines her extensive knowledge, experience, and compassion to support every child’s unique needs.