Lori Green is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in helping adults and elders navigate the complexities of human relationships. She focuses on individuals within the Autistic community, particularly those facing challenges with peer relationships, anxiety, and social adaptation. Using a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and an eclectic approach, Lori tailors her therapeutic methods to meet each client's unique needs. She fosters a supportive environment where clients can develop individualized treatment plans aimed at enhancing their communication skills and social connections. Through her guidance, clients are empowered to recognize their unique strengths while learning effective coping strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and anger. Lori believes in the importance of self-care and is dedicated to helping each individual improve their overall quality of life as they transition towards greater independence.

Kathryn Jones is an accomplished Marriage & Family Therapist with a decade of experience in private practice, where she has successfully supported adults facing a wide range of challenges. She also facilitates groups for cancer patients and their families at The Wellness Community. Understanding that life brings trauma, losses, transitions, and unwanted changes, she believes that trained and experienced professionals can provide valuable support in navigating these stressors. In her sessions, Kathryn helps clients explore family of origin issues, defenses, and the unconscious influences that shape present-day choices. Her compassionate approach focuses on relationship dynamics and self-esteem, guiding clients toward insight and healthier choices. Through her dedicated work, she empowers individuals to leave behind unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior, ultimately enhancing their quality of life.

Poppy Haines, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with an MA and LMFT, is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and youth who seek client-centered services focused on meaningful change, inquiry, and growth. With a compassionate and informed approach, she offers professional guidance to navigate life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, and stress. Drawing on decades of experience in behavioral health, she provides thoughtful and effective psychotherapeutic treatment and consultation. Poppy has extensive expertise in working with youth and families, addressing stress and anxiety, as well as women's issues. She employs a holistic and integrative methodology rooted in empirically supported treatments, ensuring that her clients feel comfortable and supported—an essential component of the therapeutic process.

Liz Hertz is a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist with an MA and MFT credential, having graduated from The Wright Institute in 2010. With expertise in a variety of therapeutic modalities that include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method, Liz addresses the complexities of lived experiences. Her clientele includes adults and elders over the age of 65, who seek guidance for challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship discord. Liz believes that therapy serves as a powerful tool for overcoming obstacles and fostering self-acceptance, self-expression, and joy. Through her integrative approach, she collaborates with individuals, couples, and families to establish personal goals and discover new strategies for a fulfilling life. In sessions, she emphasizes skill-building in regulating emotions, problem-solving, and enhancing interpersonal relationships, with a strong understanding that struggles faced by parents or children often reflect the broader family dynamics.

Lori Katzburg is a seasoned clinical social worker and therapist with over 20 years of successful experience working with adults and adolescents. Her clients frequently express appreciation for her nonjudgmental support and insightful guidance, which addresses the deep-seated shame often associated with their relationships and life circumstances. Lori possesses a unique ability to establish trusting relationships with teenagers, fostering open communication that tends to replicate within their family systems over time. She specializes in helping individuals navigate feelings of insecurity, anxiety, and depression, as well as tackling addiction issues with effective treatment strategies. Lori works diligently with teens facing personal and academic challenges and takes on an advocacy role during IEP meetings when necessary. Her areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and matters relating to marriage and divorce. By involving families in the therapeutic process, Lori encourages consistent communication, which can help diminish feelings of anger, anxiety, and depression during times of separation or divorce.

Dr. Paul Kramer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a rich background in providing therapeutic services since 2008. He founded a group practice aimed at expanding mental health support in Northern California's East Bay and has recently extended these services to Southern California, responding to the growing needs shaped by Covid-19. With 12 years of dedicated service in the US Army, Dr. Kramer brings a unique perspective to therapy, applying an eclectic approach tailored to children, teens, adults, and families. He effectively utilizes short-term therapies, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Interventions, and Systems Theory to provide practical solutions for common challenges. Specializing in trauma-informed care, he emphasizes family-focused therapy by actively involving parents in the therapeutic process for children and teens. Renowned as a dynamic speaker and educator, Dr. Kramer is a strong advocate for integrative care, having trained and supervised over 50 associate mental health clinicians. His passion for helping families navigate the impacts of change, depression, anxiety, and various addictions reflects a deep commitment to collective healing, recognizing that we are all in this together during these challenging times.

Debbie Rosenberg is a compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and adolescents through their unique challenges. She is passionate about empowering her clients in a collaborative therapeutic process that enhances psychological well-being and quality of life. Through her work, clients engage in healing, gaining insights into patterns they wish to change, and discovering creative solutions to achieve their goals and lead more fulfilling, authentic lives. Debbie emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship, creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients. As she brings her compassion and intuition into each session, clients navigate various life challenges including anxiety, depression, PTSD, medical issues, and grief or loss. With an eclectic approach that is tailored to individual needs, Debbie guides clients to understand and alter patterns that may be limiting their progress. She welcomes individuals from all walks of life, including couples, teens, and families. In addition to her private practice, Debbie facilitates support groups for cancer patients, their caregivers, and children at the Cancer Support Community, further showcasing her commitment to community well-being.

Elese Lorentzen is an associate clinical social worker who understands the struggles of chronic loneliness and disconnection many experience. Her clients often sense that others appear happier and spiritually lighter, leaving them to wonder if they too can achieve that sense of lightness. They recognize unresolved emotional pain within but frequently grapple with identifying its source, wrestling with feelings of guilt for wanting to express discomfort when they believe others have endured worse situations. For some, the reasons behind their disconnection and loneliness are clear, yet the path toward healing is fraught with challenges. Elese provides a non-judgmental space where individuals can navigate their pain to cultivate a deeper internal connection. She values the journey of each individual, allowing personal goals and values to guide the therapeutic process. Elese holds a firm belief that effective therapy stems from personal engagement in healing work. Having faced similar struggles herself, she brings a sense of gentleness and humility to her practice, offering unwavering support as her clients reconnect with their true selves.

Nancy Drake is a compassionate solution-focused therapist, dedicated to facilitating personal growth and authenticity in her clients' relationships with themselves and others. With a wealth of expertise in areas such as life cycle changes, self-esteem, women's issues, relationship and partnership challenges, communication skills, addictions, traumas (both past and present), and OCD as it exists today, she strives to foster meaningful connections and healing. Nancy is skilled in working with children of all ages, as well as individuals, providing a nurturing space for exploration and transformation in their journeys.

Marley Middlebrook, a dedicated Psychologist with a PsyD, graduated in 2005 from John F. Kennedy University. She has received specialized training at UC Davis Medical Center, where she honed her skills in treating young children facing trauma and behavioral challenges. Her experience is further enriched by her training at the Renfrew Center, focusing on eating disorders, allowing her to offer a unique and compassionate approach to helping children and their families navigate issues related to eating and obesity. Marley’s dissertation on binge eating equips her with a profound understanding of emotional eating concerns. She has also accumulated valuable experience in addiction and dual diagnosis through her work with Contra Costa County treatment programs. Marley is adept at treating individuals of all ages—children, adults, and elders—who have experienced maltreatment, domestic violence, depression, grief, and eating disorders. In her practice, she believes in the importance of involving parents or caregivers in the therapeutic process for children, fostering collaboration with patients and fellow professionals to establish effective treatment goals. Her methodology includes an interpersonal, family systems, and cognitive behavioral approach, utilizing a motivational framework to assess the specific needs of her patients and their families. Marley completed her pre-doctoral internship at UC Davis Medical Center, specializing in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and interpersonal play therapy, equipping her to provide targeted support for young children.

Brittany Sealey is a dedicated and compassionate associate marriage and family therapist, holding an MS and AMFT credential. She understands that many individuals experience daily exhaustion, anxiety, and irritability, often struggling to find a way out of life's common ruts. Brittany is keenly aware that when relationships or marriages suffer, or when parenting feels overwhelming, it can become challenging to embrace happiness. With a mindfulness-based approach, Brittany guides her diverse clientele—including couples, individuals, and families—through their unique mental health challenges. Her experience allows her to help clients unpack past traumas while equipping them with essential tools to remain present in their lives. She wholeheartedly believes in the pursuit of overall wellness and encourages those ready to explore their personalities, address past baggage, and ease the burdens they carry to consider therapy as a vital step. Brittany is committed to supporting her clients on their journey toward authentic change and growth.

Dr. Lucy Watkins is a dedicated clinical psychologist with a PhD, who continually enriches her knowledge of current practices in the field. She has extensively studied the factors that enable therapists to offer optimal support to their clients. Known for creating a safe emotional environment, Dr. Watkins excels in listening, fostering a calming presence that many clients appreciate. She specializes in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, focusing on a range of internal experiences that empower individuals to understand and embrace their unique identities. Clients often express feeling soothed, seen, and heard during their sessions with her. With training and experience in diverse therapeutic techniques, Dr. Watkins is committed to helping clients navigate the challenges that weigh on them, ultimately guiding them toward a more vibrant and integrated self.

Lisa Marie Tannehill is a dedicated and compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who understands the struggles many individuals face when feeling stuck in their lives. Her clients often seek a transformative change in their relationships with themselves and others but can feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed. Lisa creates a warm and inviting space for her clients, where they can explore the patterns that hinder their well-being and trace their origins. Together, they navigate the path toward a renewed sense of joy, peace, and hope. With her extensive training in EMDR and intersubjective psychoanalysis, Lisa guides her clients through the healing process from trauma while fostering healthier relationships with themselves and their loved ones. Her expertise encompasses a broad range of issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma, making her a valuable resource for those in need. Clients are encouraged to consider a complimentary consultation to explore the possibility of working together.