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45 specialists found in Walnut Creek Area

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Anny Papatheodorou, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Lafayette, California Online + In-person 2 years, 6 months experience
2.7 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anxiety Attachment Emotional Abuse

If you feel overwhelmed, depressed, stressed, confused, anxious, or are struggling coping with life events, relationships, and work, I’m here to help.

Articles By Valerie J Keim

Key Ways to Ace Co-Parenting and Cultivating a Positive Family Culture

Key Ways to Ace Co-Parenting and Cultivating a Positive Family Culture

Co parenting is the new normal for American families. According to research, first time marriages, the ...
Top 10 Rules for Co-Parenting

Top 10 Rules for Co-Parenting

Kids deserve the right to have both parents work as a team in supporting their child s best interests. ...
Lana Theimer, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Oakland, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
10.1 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Anxiety Attachment Breakup Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy

Relationship issues and couples counseling is my primary specialty.  I work with couples to assist them in working through and finding appreciation for their differences.  My goal is to help them improve their communication and their responses to each other without

Esther Lerman, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Oakland, California In-person 40 years experience
10.1 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Codependency Relationships Communication Family Of Origin Issues LGBTQ+

I’m Esther Lerman, a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in couples therapy. I’ve had a private practice in Oakland, California for 40 years. I welcome a broad spectrum of clients and focus my work on helping couples strengthen connection and navigate

Articles By Esther Lerman

Couples Therapy For Unconscious Dynamics of your Marriage

Couples Therapy For Unconscious Dynamics of your Marriage

There are many reasons for our choice of partners. There may be strong physical or intellectual attraction, ...
The Communication Toolbox For Your Marriage

The Communication Toolbox For Your Marriage

Jane and Carl are having the same old argument about the dishes. Jane says to Carl, You are just so untrustworthy ...
Israel ''Rulik'' Perla, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Berkeley, California Online + In-person 26 years experience
10.9 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Divorce Infidelity Intimacy Life events

Israel 'Rulik' Perla brings to the therapy relationship a soulful dimension and a wealth of diverse life experiences that enables him to meet you where you are with a profound depth of being.

Articles By Israel ''Rulik'' Perla

How to Shift a Codependent Marriage into a Healthy Relationship

How to Shift a Codependent Marriage into a Healthy Relationship

When you are unhappy, I am unhappy. Does this phrase sound familiar? Unfortunately, many couples in a ...
How to Find the Middle Ground Between Privacy and Intimacy

How to Find the Middle Ground Between Privacy and Intimacy

Of the terrible doubt of appearances, Of the uncertainty after all, that we may be deluded, That may ...
Stephanie Bain, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Oakland, California Online + In-person 7 years experience
11 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Abandonment Abortion Abuse & Trauma Anger Management

I work with families or partners looking for a therapist who “gets it.” Queer, poly, kinky, and non-traditional folks welcome! I hold our therapeutic relationship with deep respect and care, making room for your story and your experiences without judgment. You are

Mark Vigil Dombeck, Psychologist Walnut Creek, ca
Psychologist
Alameda, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
12.1 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anger Management

My work with couples focuses on helping partners recognize and break free of the dysfunctional interaction patterns that leave them feeling chronically neglected or abandoned, afraid or coerced by the very person who is supposed to be their safe harbor, until both

Jennifer Twardowski, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Walnut Creek, California Online + In-person 5 years, 3 months experience
Specialties: Anxiety Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Codependency Relationships Coping Skills

Jennifer Twardowski is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Brainspotting Practitioner.  She provides Holistic Psychotherapy and Brainspotting for Adults and Teens in the San Francisco East Bay and virtually via secure telehealth

Jo Ann A Depetro, Other Psychotherapist Walnut Creek, ca
Other Psychotherapist
Walnut Creek, California 42 years experience

JoAnn DePetro is a Psychotherapist trained in Strategic therapy, Solution focused therapy, Narrative therapy, Social Constructionist therapy, and EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing). She believes that choosing the right therapist is an

Ezgi Rozenshteyn , Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Walnut Creek, California Online + In-person 3 years, 6 months experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abortion Abuse & Trauma Academic Concerns

Every relationship faces challenges, but with the right guidance, these moments can lead to deeper understanding, connection, and growth. As a couples therapist, my goal is to create a safe and supportive space where couples can explore their unique dynamics,

Galina Litvin, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Walnut Creek, California In-person 7 years experience
Specialties: Abandonment Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety

My approach to marriage therapy is deeply client-centered, recognizing that every couple brings a unique set of experiences, challenges, and strengths. I believe that a strong foundation of communication and emotional intimacy is key to a thriving relationship. Through

Sorrenta Chantel Stuart, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Walnut Creek, California Online + In-person 15 years experience
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Families

The decision to start therapy with a trained psychotherapist is an important one and I encourage you to be well informed about your choices before you begin.  You may find it necessary to meet with several therapists before you find the

Michael Anne Conley, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Lafayette, California Online + In-person 28 years, 5 months experience
3.3 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Chronic Illness Codependency Relationships Depression Trauma and PTSD

If you had a persistent pain in your belly, how bad would it have to get for you to see a doctor? How long would you wait? When it comes to relationship problems, research shows that most couples don't get help until they've been living in

Estee Goren, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Danville, California Online + In-person 13 years experience
4.9 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Life Coaching Marital and Premarital Pre-marriage Relationship Issues

I am a marriage and family therapist and life coach, providing couples therapy, marriage counseling, individual therapy, and life coaching. My practice is focused on helping individuals and couples transform their relationships and create fulfilling and joyful

Michael Rubino III, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Pleasant Hill, California Online + In-person 23 years, 6 months experience
5 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anger Management Anxiety

Dr. Rubino has been a psychotherapist in Pleasant Hill for over 20 years.  He treats individual, children, teenagers, couples and families.  Dr. Rubino also specializes in treating trauma.  He is certified in EMDR, critical incident debriefing and he

Patty Shirley, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Danville, California Online + In-person 12 years experience
5.3 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Alcohol Abuse Anger Management Codependency Relationships

I am Patty Shirley with East Bay Christian Counseling in Danville, CA.  I am a private practice Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor.  Reinforcing recovery tools with my clients in a holistic approach,

Joree Rose, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
5.8 miles away from Walnut Creek

Joree Rose, founder of the Bay Area Mindfulness and Therapy Center, has a Master's in Counseling Psychology and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Through her extensive training in mindfulness, Joree guides her clients in the cultivation of a mindfulness

Articles By Joree Rose

Why Love Isn’t Enough Always and What to Do Then?

Why Love Isn’t Enough Always and What to Do Then?

This summer, my boyfriend and I traveled to Europe. We had 5 glorious, romantic days in Paris, and then ...
Patsy Jabuka, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Pleasant Hill, California Online + In-person 15 years experience
5.9 miles away from Walnut Creek
Specialties: Aging Therapy Anxiety Blended Families Coping Skills

I am a compassionate yet solution based therapist who has been working for over 15 years with many iindividuals and couples helping them through difficult times.  I specialize in working with people who are experiencing problems in  an array of

Chrissy Fraser, Marriage & Family Therapist Walnut Creek, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
7.3 miles away from Walnut Creek

Chrissy Fraser is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a practice based in Concord, Ca. Chrissy earned a Masters Degree in Counseling from St. Marys College of California in 2014. She has a passion for helping individuals restore their sense of self-

Articles By Chrissy Fraser

Adopting Non-Violent Communication in Relationships

Adopting Non-Violent Communication in Relationships

We need to improve our communication, she says. I think we communicate just fine, he says. It is not ...
Annie de Jong, Psychologist Walnut Creek, ca
Psychologist
Oakland, California Online + In-person 21 years experience
8.3 miles away from Walnut Creek

I have 20 years experience helping couples of all kinds navigate challenging or painful moments in their relationships.  With my background and training in modern analysis and a down-to-earth/relational approach I can help you begin even the most difficult

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Therapy in Walnut Creek: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like in Walnut Creek right now, based on 45 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$191
Most treated specialties
Anxiety, Depression
Average therapist experience
16 years
Session format availability
Online only 9% In-person only 9% Both formats 82%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 69% Male 16% Non-binary/other 15%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Walnut Creek

How are marriage therapists verified in Walnut Creek?

Every marriage therapist listed in Walnut Creek is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in Walnut Creek?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in Walnut Creek. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in Walnut Creek?

Marriage therapists listed in Walnut Creek charge an average of $191 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in Walnut Creek before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in Walnut Creek before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in Walnut Creek?

Yes: 82% of marriage therapists listed in Walnut Creek offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in Walnut Creek will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in Walnut Creek?

Search the directory for Walnut Creek and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in Walnut Creek?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in Walnut Creek without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in Walnut Creek?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in Walnut Creek are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.