What was the problem you were having before you reached out to me?…read moreBefore meeting Leslie, I had never done therapy before. It has always been something I wanted to do and something I was interested in but never found the time or courage to follow through with. Growing up, therapy wasn't always something that was positively stigmatized, so it was easy to find excuses to not go. There were things I needed help working through, however, and I knew I wouldn't be able to continue to take it on myself. I found me asking myself the same questions in different ways and always coming to the same conclusions. I'm not saying that I was tormented by these questions/answers but I knew that I needed a fresh, new and professional angle. I wasn't going to be able to dig as deep without having the proper tools to dig. Leslie came in as a kind and understanding voice--asking me questions I have never been asked and exploring my feelings in a way I've never thought to explore them. I'm an introspective person by nature but I would never stop to think of how certain situations made me feel and how it looked to explore those feelings. Each session was quite an interesting and eye-opening exercise. Leslie was always respectful enough to give me time to think about my responses and never seemed to pry or dig too deeply if I wasn't comfortable but she masterfully worded questions in a way that disarmed me and allowed me to share openly and freely. She created a very comfortable environment for being open. I knew that therapy was working for me when I started to openly share my feelings in normal conversation with friends and family. I found myself thinking more deeply about how I was affected by something or taking a particular situation and viewing all of the angles and how I felt about potential outcomes. When speaking with friends, I found myself being more understanding and sensitive--asking them questions about how they felt. It was all kind of "weird" but I knew it was very helpful. Unfortunately, I do not see Leslie anymore but ever since our final session, I feel mentally reborn. The lens I now look through my own feelings with is less judgmental and more understanding. It's okay to feel. It's ok to emote. The mental clarity I have now is far better than it was before she and I sat down for the first time. I am grateful for her service and would highly recommend Leslie to anyone seeking understanding, mental health and a kind ear.

Wow, I am fortunate to have Dr. Hemedes in my life as both a colleague and a friend. I admire her…read moredrive, intellect, patience, and sense of humor. You can just tell that all of those qualities naturally exist for her. Dr. Hemedes keeps it real in the most gentle and tactful way that makes you feel seen and appreciated. She is the advocate you want in your corner. She is that friend where you pick right back up where you left off if time has passed between connecting. She is dynamic in her clinical approaches, which makes her ability to work with diverse populations admirable. Trust me, one consultation with her and you will see what I mean by all of this!

By far the best psychologist I have ever had the pleasure of working with! (and I've worked with a…read morelot of psychologists) I've been her client for over 3 years at this point and I see her weekly or bi-weekly. I have never once felt uncomfortable or unsafe while seeing her.If you want somebody who truly cares about and wants nothing but the best for their clients as well adapts their therapy style to each individual client then this is who you need. They have all their credentials hanging on the walls in both of their offices. She has gone to very prestigious colleges has her own private practice as well as working in multiple very well known hospitals. They truly care about the people that they work with. They're always punctual and never have canceled an appointment on me. They have helped me improve my life beyond words, I am forever grateful for the help that they have given me.

It is hard to explain what a difficult experience I had dealing with Ionascu. Her manner was curt,…read moreunreceptive/unsympathetic and not helpful in the performance of neuro-psychological testing. (I am loath to use the term "Doctor" as she got a PsyD from a second-rate institution, "The Wright Institute", that will give anyone with enough time and money a degree that allows them to use that coveted term. I heard a psychologist with a PhD from the University of California, San Francisco called it the "Wrong Institute" because she said the students were practically innumerate, i.e., they could barely do math she taught in psych classes. A PsyD is nothing more than a high-sounding professional technician's degree with limited insight into the theoretical foundations of the psychology and physiology of neuropsychology. One of her websites claim she got her training at UCSF. One class, 2 days, maybe.) Briefly, her office setup for neuro-psychological evaluation is ergonomically poor with problematic equipment layout and rickety equipment and nothing to accommodate different body types. Some of the equipment is improperly positioned for the requirements of the evaluative instrument/test being administered. Some of the testing conditions lacked privacy and, potentially, in violation of health privacy laws. I could go on but suffice it to say that considering how much she charges for her services it ought to be better. I went to her because the only other people in the area approved to do the testing were booked far into the future and Ionascu could accommodate the timeline I was forced into by the FAA. Now I understand why. She is second-rate and if I had to do this again I would choose any other neuro-psych evaluator in the Bay Area (or travel long distances) instead of her even with the long wait the others might have. She may be good for some people but beware of her limited capabilities and unprofessional approach.

Tessa was fantastic. I had a consult regarding a family matter. Her input was invaluable. Had my…read morefamily members been willing we would have taken her on as our counselor for sure. I trust her.

Let me start by saying my sessions with Tessa Barrows was life changing in the best way possible!…read more After making a dozen or so calls to other therapists in the area, the response was I could be put on a waiting list or zoom calls only. Tessa Barrows was the only one who offered to take me on as a client. I went into this with an open mind. She was very easy to open up to and I've always felt she truly wanted to help me deal with my issues. The tools she gave me to help get me through it were simple yet extremely effective. She made me look at things differently. I will be forever grateful what she has done to help. Thank You Tessa Barrows!

I love Sarah! She does incredible work and I cannot recommend her enough. Her Jungian perspective…read moreis so helpful and non-judgmental. The expressive arts experience and creativity inspires and makes therapy about a lot more than staring at a problem.

Just wanted to give Sarah a quick shoutout here. Been seeing her for almost a full year now. She…read moretruly "gets it" and works with you no matter what level you're at. She adjusts her approach to fit YOUR pace and goals, not the other way around I've never stick with therapy before...always been on and off depending on circumstances. But I had an extremely random life issue pop up, so I sought out help asap. Sarah was the only therapist that was taking new patients in the timespan I needed, so I really didn't have any expectations...I just knew I needed help immediately! It turned out to be serendipitous b/c we clicked right off the bat and I'm so thankful things worked out the way they did. She wants to make sure I feel "seen" and validated, and she chooses her words very carefully and makes sure to frame her communication in a way that lets you know she was intently listening to you and understands you.

Ms. Weigel is an amazing therapist. She provides sensitive, empathetic therapy services. She is…read moretrauma informed and cares about those she works with .

Dr. Goldberg-Boltz is a caring and really talented therapist. She has the ability to find new and…read moredifferent ways of exploring issues with you that really drives the process forward, leading to greater awareness and greater insights. Working with her has been an unbelievably positive experience and I feel so grateful to have found her and to work with her.

If you are reading this, you might be where I was about a year ago -- looking to find just the…read moreright person to help you with whatever it may be that is an issue in your life. For me, I felt I was in need of a hard mental reboot and I also really wanted to find someone to talk with regarding my lifelong MTF crossdressing issues. When I happened to choose Dr. Goldberg-Boltz, little did I know at the time, I was hitting the jackpot! I have found her to be very supportive, non-judgmental, caring, compassionate, very very smart and extremely tuned into me and my issues. I have had therapy with others in the past and the treatment I received from them paled in comparison to what I get from Dr. GB. If you are wresting with any issues, especially cross dressing or gender issues, I cannot recommend Dr. Goldberg-Boltz enough.

Dr. Z is absolutely phenomenal. Highly recommend her to anyone interested in maximizing their…read moremental health. Incredibly emotionally intelligent and thoughtful.

I've struggled with anxiety my entire life. Dr. Patricia Zurita Ona is responsible for changing my…read morelife! Prior to meeting her, my anxiety and constant doubt crippled me from doing so many things in my life that I wanted to explore. Working with her helped me see that I don't work for anxiety! I'm not held captive by anxiety! Yes, she worked with me to understand my anxiety issues, but... more importantly, she helped me identify my core values and how I want to live my life. I learned that anxiety is just one part of me. Once I accepted that, I knew that I had a choice, be a slave every day to fighting my anxiety or just let it ride along while I focus and experience the things in life that are most valuable to me. With her incredible wisdom and support, I was able to choose the latter. Thank you, Dr. Z!!!!!!

Cynthia is an exceptional marriage and individual therapist whom I wholeheartedly recommend. Her…read morewarmth, expertise, insightfulness, objectivity, compassion, support, and professionalism shine through in every session. No matter what the situation is, Cynthia is nonjudgmental and she shows a genuine concern and compassion. She helped me deal with issues I would not have been able to overcome on my own. She provided me with techniques that made me grow stronger and more independent. Cynthia shows immense dedication to her clients.

This review is long overdue. I found Cynthia in early 2014. She is the best therapist I've ever…read morefound and exactly what I needed, particularly for that season of my life. She taught me so many skills that I continue to use today. If you want to learn to love yourself, have healthy relationships, and move forward with confidence and joy, Cynthia is an incredible counselor to help you get there.