I could not overstate the impact Caree has had on me and my family. While counseling support/advice…read moreis highly personal, I can attest that Caree's philosophy and approach is straightforward, simple in nature and therefore easy to apply. Listening to excellent advice is great, but actually implementing change is transformative. Caree provides easy to understand tools, that apply to real life and can be used anytime and anywhere. Her approach is underwritten by a sincere desire to listen, and allow the individual to fully express themselves before opining on what is to be done. No psychological-speak, Caree makes you comfortable because she is relatable and kind in her approach. Her office is warm and inviting - a place you're always happy to go back to. I highly recommend Caree to anyone and everyone.

Working with Caree Brown has already been a truly hopeful and meaningful experience for me and my…read moretwo adult children. We've participated in both family sessions and individual sessions, and one thing we all agree on is that she gives us hope. Her approach and techniques have been very useful so far, and even in this early stage, we can already see a light at the end of the tunnel. After meeting with her, we feel encouraged, supported, and optimistic about the healing work ahead. Caree is an excellent therapist from what I can tell, and I genuinely feel that we are in good hands. I'm grateful for her guidance and truly look forward to the growth, healing, and progress we will continue to make together. Highly recommend.

I want to say that Matt is one of the best therapists I've ever had. I've been working with Matt…read morefor about eight months now and he has helped me understand and learn more about myself than I ever had before, and that has helped me improve every aspect of my life, from work, family, friends, and even my spiritual faith. Matt has a great ability to ensure you are heard and understood while giving you the tools to truly reach your goals. And his approach is extremely goal oriented: he has regular check-ins to make sure you are moving towards the goals you have set for yourself. I highly recommend Matt!

My husband and I saw Matt for 5 months, and we were very pleased with our progress and grateful for…read morehis approach. He's structured, which holds everyone accountable and gives tangible things to work on. He frequently asks for feedback and really acts upon it. We're ending because our relationship is in a good place right now, in very large part to Matt!

I saw Gerry about 9 years ago since I had a series of great experience seeing a famous…read morehypnotherapist in Chicago who resolved my sleep disorder, which I've heard is not easy to resolve. He told me that I was a great patient for hypnotherapy.. having a serious issue resolved in the most part in one session. I continued to see him and needed to listen to his recordings while I fell asleep. I am a total believe in hypnotherapy so I looked for someone in the east bay and Gerry was one of several practitioners I tried. Unfortunately, her session did nothing for any of the issues I came in for. I'm glad that others I belng helped by Gerry.. goes to show that people will be helped by different hypnotherapists. She could have also improved on her techniques : )

Gerri is amazing and has truly changed my life. She has helped me overcome smoking, weight and food…read moreissues, with my motivation/determination, and coping with my dads death. I can not recommend Gerri enough. I refer all my friends to her. She is very compassionate and professional. Her voice is very soothing and makes you feel very comfortable. You will not regret seeing Gerri for anything you are having issues with or if you just need that extra push to reach your goals.

I've been seeing Jessica for several years, and she has changed the way I understand therapy. It…read morewasn't until I met with Jessica that I truly let a therapist in. I used to hold back, saying only what felt safe. But with Jessica, that changed, and for the first time, I could just be honest and completely open. She listens in a way that makes you feel seen, not just heard. The tools she's given me aren't the kind you forget the moment you leave the room, they actually stick with you. If you're looking for a therapist who will actually meet you where you are and help you become someone stronger, more whole, more yourself, it's her. Jessica is, without exaggeration, the best therapist and one of the best human beings I have ever had the privilege of knowing.

Reached out to Jessica a few months back because I was dealing with some issues in my life and…read morewanted to get some perspective/advice from a professional. She's awesome. Easy to talk to. Great listener. Makes you feel very comfortable from the first minutes in her office. She helped me immensely. It's hard to make that first step when reaching out to a therapist. I am so glad I contacted Jessica. Highly recommend her!

If anyone can relate to me, I have been through soooo sooo many therapists who I have had to fire…read more Vanessa and her team are honest, warm, and most importantly non-judgmental. I feel seen,heard and respected even when I still make mistakes! I feel comfortable sharing my wins and loses. I feel empowered at the end of my session and hopeful that I will reach my goals. So far, I do not plan on firing them, I finally feel like I can actually make progress!! I look forward to what my future may holds. I have received excellent care from her and her team. I know that I am in good hands and I trust them.

Vanessa is very understanding, approachable, and easy to open up to. She understands you and takes…read morethe time to really listen to what you have to say. I really do feel comfortable opening up to her and talking about anything. So, if you're looking for someone to open up and talk to, Vanessa is amazing. I drive all the way from the antioch/Brentwood area to her and would highly suggest her!

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.

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!!!!!!

I have had the pleasure of Adam's advice and professional consultation on several occasions, and…read morehighly recommend his services. I am a therapist myself, and worked with Adam at Kaiser Permanente. Adam is one of the most skilled and competent therapists I have ever met. I regularly discussed some of my most challenging patients with Adam, and he always provided sound advice based on extensive training, as well as tremendous compassion and kindness. I can only imagine how lucky it must be to receive treatment from him. I highly recommend Adam for professional consultation as well for therapy.

Prior to Covid I was a patient of Adam Harrison for approximately 1.5 years. His approach works…read moregreat for me. I felt like I went home with some insight and things I could work on. He helped me develop skills to use for my trauma that I still use today. Emdr sessions were particularly helpful. Without going into too much detail I suffered from domestic abuse and a homicide suicide of my immediate family. Prior to Adam I didn't connect with other therapy practitioners. I felt like I was just complaining and feeling sorry for myself. I always felt more empowered and encouraged after our therapy sessions. I currently have a different health insurance now but I wouldn't hesitate to pay for future services with Adam if I were to need them.

Emily brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the therapy chair, having worked in several…read moreindustries alongside her psychotherapist journey. Speaking as a colleague, I appreciate her practical, strengths-based approach when we consult, and she is my go-to when I need to refer out, especially in matters of workplace stress, anxiety, and trauma. She is warm and collaborative and so easy to talk to.

From the owner: I help professionals and individuals who feel weighed down by anxiety, stress, and self-doubt…read more Using EMDR therapy, I specialize in helping people break free from negative thought cycles, calm overwhelming emotions, and heal from past experiences that still feel stuck in the present. Many clients come to me feeling anxious, burnt out, or caught in patterns they can’t shake. I provide a safe space and practical tools to help you feel more grounded and confident. I offer therapy in-person at two convenient Walnut Creek locations as well as virtually across California, so you can choose the setting that works best for you.

Working with Emel has been one of the biggest breakthroughs in my healing journey. As soon as I…read moreread her website I knew that Emel understood many of my struggles at a deep level and that somatic healing work with her was what I needed. Seriously - just read her website and you'll understand, she gets it and has a uniquely effective approach! I have worked with so many practitioners on physical, mental, energetic, and nervous system healing, but I needed her somatic healing approach to connect the pieces and dive deeper to truly understand and break free from the pain, trauma, and patterns I was stuck in. Emel truly cares, is extremely empathetic, and works hard to understand the full picture and the root cause of issues. She made it easy to open up to her and to myself, allowing me to better understand myself, my patterns, and my triggers/reactions. Each session varies depending on my needs or desired focus, ranging from somatic healing, energy flow, and visualization work to more traditional talk therapy. The results of working with Emel were immediate and ongoing: relief from physical pain caused by stuck energy, emotions, or tension, as well as minimization of triggers, anxiety, depression, and other patterns I was stuck in. I cannot recommend working with Emel enough, regardless of what you are going through! Thank you Emel!

You know when people say that things happen for a reason? I definitely feel that meeting Emel was…read moresomething meant to happen at the right time. My partner and I were in search of a therapist and we met with several before making a choice. However, after the initial consultation, we did not need to interview with anyone else. My partner and I both felt that she was a perfect fit. Through several somatic techniques and practices, lifestyle changes were implemented in a positive way. We saw a change in our communication with each other and also with other people. I now regularly practice P.O.W.E.R (if you don't know this acronym...book your appointment with Emel) and mindfulness in all avenues of my life. Thank you Emel I will surely book again if your services are needed. :)