Holistic Psychotherapy

Sabrina Sierra

January 12, 2023 by Sabrina Sierra

As a therapist, I see myself as a collaborator in an unfolding process of collective liberation. I take a holistic approach grounded in cultural humility and an understanding that our lived identities and ancestral lineages greatly impact our struggles and paths to wellness.

I received an MA in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and a BA in Community Studies from UC Santa Cruz. I approach therapy with an interest in spirituality, archetypes, and consciousness. I am also grounded in material realities and bring a critical social justice framework to my practice. Issues related to racism, colonization, and assimilation are key areas of focus for me. Additionally, I have devoted several years to intersectional gender-justice work centered on the experiences of female, trans, and non-binary people, especially youth.

I was born and raised in the Bay Area and identify as mestiza or multiracial with recent generations of my family immigrating from the Philippines and Guatemala. Outside of my family of origin, I’ve found community through participation in DIY & QTPOC arts and music scenes and activist groups.

Tending to ourselves empowers us to more positively evolve our relationships, communities, and world. Supporting you in nurturing self-compassion, connecting to your inner-wisdom, and aligning with your personal values is my intention.

Elana Morgulis

February 3, 2021 by Elana Morgulis

As a psychotherapist, I work on the level of the heart. I bring warmth, presence, deep empathy, and unconditional compassion to my clients. My work is grounded in mindfulness which allows us to open up to our experience with presence and compassion which supports change rather than judgment which keeps us stuck. I believe we have a natural capacity for growth, healing, and self-actualization which often gets blocked by our beliefs. I blend mindfulness based therapies such as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and Somatic Awareness with other evidence-based modalities such as Internal Family Systems and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I also draw from Non-Violent Communication to teach effective communication skills.

What I love most about doing therapy is helping people find self-love and grow their self-worth. I’m passionate about providing an emotionally safe and physically comfortable space for people to connect with themselves and express their deepest truths. I feel a deep honor to be a compassionate witness, support, and guide through times of both darkness and light.

Regina Faridnia

August 31, 2020 by regina faridnia

I am a therapist who is certified in Brainspotting & EMDR. I also integrate Somatic Experiencing and IFS into the therapeutic process. Self discovery, personal exploration and trauma resolution are part of the process in which healing is promoted in the therapy room. Neuroscience based methods provide quicker, more thorough and deeper healing of where trauma has been held and may be interfering with your life.

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Connection Teletherapy Group

Weekly on Fridays via Zoom 6:30-8:00 pm

Beginning on Friday 7/24/2020 through 8/28/2020

Participants must be over 18

$20 per meeting

Ayala Kalisher

July 6, 2020 by Ayala Kalisher

My approach is somatic, holistic and experiential. This means our work together is not just sitting and talking about what has been or how you want things to be. Working holistically means I recognize the connection between mind, body, spirit and environment. Working in any one of these realms means we’re working with all of them. Working somatically means will explore the wisdom of your body as a gateway to your emotions and the wealth of information about yourself that sometimes the mind can obscure.

All my work, whether with individuals or couples, based in Attachment Theory. Attachment Theory is a well-researched approach to understanding our lifelong development and relationships. We all develop strategies of getting our needs met early in life based on how available, absent and attuned our caregivers are. These early strategies create the blueprint for how we are in our adult relationships and the often unconscious strategies we use with those closest to us. Often what were useful strategies no longer serve us in our adult life and it is now time to learn new ways to move through the world.

Many people never get to see models of what a secure, functioning relationship can look like. Learning what it takes to truly be in one another’s care is a process, no matter what your individual attachment style is.

My work is informed by my training in Hakomi; a somatic and mindfulness approach to psychotherapy. In this approach, we get curious about your felt experience of the world and the ways in which your have organized your way of being to adapt to your experiences. We then explore how to create reparative healing experiences in the room together.

My work with couples is influenced by my training in PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy) and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Both approaches are attachment based and all about supporting you and your partner(s) in creating a secure, functioning relationship.

Manveen Chahal

June 26, 2020 by Manveen Chahal

Sometimes life sucks. We start to lose motivation, or focus. We spend too much time ruminating about the past or worrying about the future. We eat and sleep too much or not enough, or find other unhealthy avenues toward so-called happiness. I know how it is, because I’ve been there.

As your therapist, I’ll relate to you as a human first. My practice centers on creating a safe space for my clients to be themselves. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral approach proven to help overcome everyday, real-world challenges. My approach is tailored to maximize your involvement in your own healing, and centers your humanity as a valuable source of guidance.

I have experience working with individuals of all backgrounds and identities, with a particular expertise on working with clients facing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and trauma. Send me a message, and let’s figure things out together.

Christhmus Presence

June 22, 2020 by Christhmus Presence

Christhmus is a 3.5-generation Muwekma Ohlone (San Francisco) land-settler and Chinese-American Queer. Foundational pillars are liberation psychology, narrative psychology, somatic psychology, spirituality, and expressive arts. Tools held are meditation, Tapping, and Brainspotting. They enjoy plants, creative expression, the power of community, and being in water.

Raven Fisher

June 14, 2020 by Raven Fisher

Whatever circumstances you may be facing, I am here to walk with you through it. It is my desire to help you live a healthier, more fulfilling life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, self-esteem/identity issues, life transitions, and women’s issues. I provide a safe space for individuals to develop personal insight and awareness into the unique parts that make up their entire being. I am passionate about traveling with clients on their personal life path and empowering people to flourish.

My approach to psychotherapy blends psychodynamic and existential theoretical orientations with some acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Each orientation emphasizes a different time era – past, future, and present – all of which are necessary in the psychotherapeutic process to promote holistic mental health.

I currently offer video and phone sessions.

Dana Hartman

April 17, 2020 by Dana Hartman

Therapy can offer many different paths to healing. I am honored and humbled to be a part of of this process for you. Through over 8 years of practicing as a therapist I have gained an understanding that each client is unique. Therefore, your experience with me will be tailored to meet your individual needs as my practice is whole-heartedly client-centered. No matter the symptoms or circumstances, you can expect that I will join you in the moment and work hard to create a supportive and nonjudgemental environment in order for you to move through what is painful. I have a specialization and passion in working with adults, who experienced trauma and neglect as children and, who are desiring to feel more connected and whole in their day to day lives by utilizing the latest in neuroscience and attachment theory. I am also certified in The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy and The Gottman Method and enjoy working with couples and clients from of all walks of life.

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