Therapists in Vallejo, CA

Therapy services can be challenging when you feel misunderstood culturally or struggle with developing a trustworthy therapeutic alliance. I’m experienced in working with diverse populations and providing treatment for Chronic Depression, Adjustment Disorder, Personality Disorders, Anxiety and Mood Disorders. I’m a licensed Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience working with adults, couples, families and children (specifically highlighting teens). I specialize in providing services for family conflict, substance abuse issues, childhood neglect, PTSD, relationship trauma, identity exploration, and emotional dysregulation.

As a gay man, I know from experience what it’s like to worry if your therapist is an ally. Feeling safe is crucial for therapy to be effective, and that’s why my therapy practice is dedicated to helping LGBT+ people. In therapy, I create a warm, nonjudgmental, open space where you can freely explore what is coming up for you. You're the expert on you, so I ask lots of questions. I use humor and self-disclosure to foster growth and deepen rapport. Last but not least, I am trained in the diagnosis and treatment of numerous psychological disorders such as depression, which we can draw upon if needed.

Ready for a change? Interested In learning ways to become more empowered? Ready to take charge of your life? If you answered yes to these questions, then I am a good fit for you. I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic environment, where you will gain the tools to examine and understand yourself better.

As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Call me to provide extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life.

Ever find yourself in life, wondering how to continue your path to success while dealing with obstacles of construction? Whether you have had therapy in the past or this would be your first experience, I would like to be a resource of direction to help you navigate through this process.

If you have been through traumatic experiences and social injustices, you are not alone. You are resilient for overcoming what happened to you.

My work is guided by the tenet, Life is Relationship. If we can trust our stories to a therapist, that therapeutic relationship can transform us. Self-acceptance, and calm return. I listen compassionately to others to understand what is inhibiting their motivation and self-confidence. I consider lifestyle practices, relationships, use of substances; healthy and unhealthy habits, and one's sense of belonging. My clients and I together identify what helps them change. Some practices and tools I use to guide my work are: talk therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness and stress management practices derived from Yogic philosophy and practices.

Every journey.. your first thought to call a therapist when you need to talk to someone, begins with a single step. When anxiety, depression, stress, personal, family, work relationship problems lead you to reach out, I will listen and help you find the best way through. Experienced licensed psychotherapist, 40+ years in general psychotherapy practice, I provide a safe place to talk, explore, resolve, heal what is challenging or troubling. I bring compassion, perceptiveness combined with patience, curiosity and many years of knowledge and skill to our collaboration to help you find effective solutions and make better life choices.

Life satisfaction is directly linked to how we cope with life's challenges. When we participate in escapist behavior (drinking too much, overindulging on sugar, avoiding confrontation, Netflix binges), we can feel stuck and hopeless. We get caught in these painful ways of coping because they work - at least temporarily. I specialize in helping clients get unstuck by incorporating brain-based education, support and practical suggestions for change.

Everyone can benefit from therapy regardless of age, ethnicity and/or sexual/gender identity. I have worked in the mental health/psychology field since 2002 and am passionate about helping individuals, families and couples achieve more connection, wellness, awareness and insight. I have concentrated training/experience providing treatment to disenfranchised/marginalized groups (BIPOC/LGBTQIA+), couples, families, inmates, parolees, people with sexual trauma and people struggling with racial trauma/discrimination. I provide direct, yet compassionate feedback of a solution-oriented nature to help clients achieve treatment goals.

Telehealth/Video appointments available. I provide individual and family therapy, specializing in stress reduction and depression, while focusing on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I also have several years of experience working with parents and children regarding behavior issues and effective parenting strategies.

Is your family having difficulty getting back on track after distance learning or remote work due to the pandemic? Has communication been replaced with screen time? Have you been impacted by a divorce, illness, loss of a loved one, or sending a teen off to college? Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, worry, fear, guilt, or grief ? Are you longing for clear communication in your life and looking to make changes to alleviate that "stuck" feeling.

I strive to provide a compassionate and non-judgemental environment where we collaborate together to focus on goals and new perspectives. My practice focuses on relational issues and alternative lifestyles, BDSM, Kink, Transgender and Polyamory. I offer services to adult individual, couples and families. Sliding scale is available. Currently all therapy services are provided through telehealth.