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Brooke Hall

Brooke Hall

Walnut Creek, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Brooke Hall, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist, understands the profound challenges faced by individuals and couples in today's world. She creates a safe and nurturing environment where her clients can feel connected, supported, and cared for. Her compassionate approach to therapy provides an opportunity for people to find relief, reflect on their priorities, and navigate through ongoing issues such as depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, and anxiety. Utilizing transformative psychological techniques, including EMDR, EFT, HeartMath, and DNMS, Brooke aims to facilitate faster and deeper results for her clients. Her work with adult individuals and couples fosters significant and lasting changes. Brooke encourages everyone to take that important first step toward healing—therapy can be a rewarding journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief Relationship Stress
Katherine Hughes

Katherine Hughes

Walnut Creek, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Katherine Hughes, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who specializes in working with both adults and teens. With a profound understanding that various factors influence behaviors, she approaches her practice with the belief that every individual possesses inherent worth, strengths, and the ability to navigate life’s challenges. Katherine expertly tailors her therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs, learning styles, and strengths of her clients. Her practice includes a wide array of modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), all while incorporating a trauma-informed perspective. Katherine's compassionate approach not only addresses trauma and PTSD but also effectively manages family conflict and relationship issues, fostering resilience and personal growth in her clients.
Specialties
Family Stress Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Michael Abrams

Michael Abrams

Walnut Creek, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Michael Abrams is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. Offering a serene and supportive atmosphere, he creates a space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore their emotions. With extensive experience addressing social, behavioral, interpersonal, and academic challenges, Michael expertly guides young clients and their families through various developmental stages. His methods include Play Therapy, Sandplay, and Art Therapy, allowing children to convey their feelings creatively when words escape them. Michael's background in early childhood education enables him to support children from infancy through preschool with developmental concerns. He also provides school consultations to assist educational staff in supporting students with various challenges. Passionate about nurturing the growth of individuals and families, Michael fosters a trusting and non-judgmental environment, making therapeutic journeys a collaborative and enriching experience.
Specialties
Parenting
John Kravitz

John Kravitz

Walnut Creek, CA
CHT
John Kravitz, CHT, is a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to guiding adults and elders (65+) through life's challenges. With expertise in addressing various issues such as marital and premarital concerns, relationship difficulties, and sexual addiction, John offers a safe and supportive environment for his clients. He specializes in a variety of therapy types, including Somatic, Holistic, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), integrating approaches like the Gottman Method and Positive Psychology to tailor sessions to the unique needs of individuals, couples, and groups. John is committed to helping clients navigate emotional disturbances, cope with life transitions, and foster improved self-esteem, making his practice a nurturing space for growth and healing.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression Family Stress Grief Men's & Women's Issues Spirituality
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Scott Lingen

Scott Lingen

Walnut Creek, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Scott Lingen is a dedicated Psychologist with a PsyD, known for providing a safe, accepting, and non-judgmental space for individuals and couples at emotionally challenging points in their lives. He has successfully worked with a diverse range of clients, helping them navigate issues such as anxiety, trauma, depression, relational challenges, and significant life transitions. Dr. Lingen tailors his approach to each client, employing a pluralistic theoretical methodology that prioritizes the specific concerns and comfort of those he works with. With expertise in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and various other therapeutic modalities, he is committed to guiding clients through their journeys towards emotional well-being.
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Specialties
Anxiety Depression Relationship Stress
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Barton Lynch

Barton Lynch

Walnut Creek, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Barton Lynch is a compassionate psychologist with a PsyD, dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families through their emotional journeys. A graduate of John F. Kennedy University in 2003, Dr. Lynch possesses a deep understanding of mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, and emotional disturbance. His therapeutic approach encompasses a variety of modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and relational therapies, ensuring a personalized experience for each client. With his expertise in trauma-focused and attachment-based therapies, Dr. Lynch strives to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their feelings and foster healing. Whether working with children, preteens, or adults, he is committed to helping them achieve emotional balance and resilience.
Specialties
General Mental Health PTSD/Trauma
Mary Phalon

Mary Phalon

Walnut Creek, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Mary Phalon is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT, LPCC) with a nurturing and direct approach to therapy for preteens, teens, individuals, and families. With a relational, strengths-based, and systemic lens, Mary believes that the therapeutic relationship is fundamental to the healing process. She creates a safe space that encourages clients to bring their full selves into the work. Tailoring her approach to meet each client's unique presenting challenges, she carefully considers personal histories, sociocultural contexts, and the vast strengths clients possess. Mary’s private practice focuses on a diverse range of clients, including individuals and couples of all ages. She effectively supports her clients by addressing current challenges, exploring past unresolved events, and enhancing coping skills. Recognizing that seeking therapy can be a profoundly personal and often challenging decision, Mary aims to provide an environment where clients can explore their truths, confront ongoing concerns with adaptive strategies, and achieve a renewed sense of meaning and connection in their lives and relationships.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Parenting
Christina Sinclair

Christina Sinclair

Walnut Creek, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Christina Sinclair is a dedicated psychologist specializing in cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapies. Her mission is to empower children, teens, and young adults to uncover their true potential and embrace lives that are enjoyable, peaceful, and worthy of celebration. With a keen focus on treating anxious children and teens who experience intense emotions, Dr. Sinclair provides tailored support to help them navigate their feelings effectively. She also offers valuable parenting support aimed at strengthening family relationships that may often feel strained. In her practice, she assists young adults in addressing the challenges of independence, personal identity, and life goals during these critical transitional times. Dr. Sinclair adopts a highly personalized approach, ensuring that each client's individual needs are met through individual, family, or group therapies as appropriate. She firmly believes that everyone possesses the ability to change and grow, and she is passionate about guiding both clients and their families on a positive journey toward growth, well-being, and empowerment.
Specialties
Anxiety Family Stress Parenting Teens
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Erika Smith

Erika Smith

Walnut Creek, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Erika Smith is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) who specializes in supporting children, adolescents, families, and adults. With extensive clinical experience addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, identity, grief, and life transitions, she creates a collaborative environment where clients can thrive. Erika believes in the power of teamwork, inviting caregivers to engage actively in their child's therapeutic journey through parent consultations and facilitating parent-child sessions when appropriate. Her tailored approach prioritizes the unique therapeutic goals of each individual, fostering a space where challenges can be addressed, unresolved feelings explored, and coping skills strengthened. Erika places a significant emphasis on issues of attachment and family dynamics, helping clients gain a clearer understanding of themselves and their roles within their family structure. Her primary goal is to guide clients through this transformative process, ensuring they feel heard and supported. Erika provides flexible scheduling options, including evening and weekend sessions, and offers services in both English and Spanish. She also accommodates various financial situations, with sliding scale options available.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief PTSD/Trauma
Sara Appelbaum

Sara Appelbaum

Walnut Creek, CA
Pre-licensed Professional, ASW
Sara Appelbaum is a pre-licensed professional therapist who believes that breakthroughs in therapy primarily stem from the strength of the therapist-client relationship. She is dedicated to creating an environment that feels as comfortable and supportive as coffee with a close friend. Drawing from her personal experiences as someone who has 'been there', Sara skillfully blends wisdom with clinically-based methods. She meets her clients halfway, offering reflection, kindness, and honest feedback without any judgment—only the promise of healing. In addition to her individualized therapy sessions, Sara also provides unique white privilege self-work sessions for those interested in cultivating a practice of racial self-awareness.
Donn Bradley

Donn Bradley

Walnut Creek, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Donn Bradley is a dedicated and compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist, holding credentials as an LMFT and an AMFT. He possesses a wealth of experience working with a wide range of clients, including children, teens, adults, and elders. With a strong focus on addressing key issues such as depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, Donn employs a versatile array of therapeutic modalities. His expertise encompasses Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Attachment-Based approaches, among others. He is committed to creating a warm and supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and improve their relationships. With his unique blend of Emotional Focused and Humanistic practices, Donn encourages personal growth and healing, making him a valuable ally in any therapeutic journey.
Specialties
Depression PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Wendy Brainerd

Wendy Brainerd

Walnut Creek, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Wendy Brainerd, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with a Master's degree from J.F.K. University, has been serving individuals and families since her graduation in 1994. With a deep passion for nurturing emotional well-being, she compassionately supports preteens, children, toddlers, and adults through various therapeutic modalities. Wendy specializes in art therapy, family systems, and play therapy, offering a unique and engaging approach that resonates with her clients. Whether working with couples, families, or individuals, her methodology is rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Wendy's warm and supportive presence creates a safe space for growth and healing, empowering her clients to navigate life's challenges with confidence and resilience.
Irene Chui

Irene Chui

Walnut Creek, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Irene Chui is a dedicated psychologist who firmly believes in the transformative power of therapy for anyone facing challenges—be it oneself or a loved one. She specializes in a wide array of areas including relationship concerns (romantic, friendship, family), multicultural issues, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and life adjustments. With extensive experience working with youth, young adults, and adults alike, Dr. Chui is passionate about guiding individuals toward a deeper understanding of themselves and developing effective coping strategies. Her highest priority lies in fostering a warm, caring, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel safe and truly understood. Utilizing a cognitive-behavioral and multicultural framework, she understands the significance of the therapeutic relationship in enhancing overall wellness. Dr. Chui looks forward to partnering with clients on their journey toward growth, understanding, and meaningful change.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Grief Relationship Stress Teens

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