Life is more joyful and connected when we feel like other people understand us—and even more important--when we understand ourselves. I’m Michelle Cataldo, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice in Oakland California. Therapy can be a powerful and healing way to discover and build on your strengths, and to identify patter
I collaborate with individuals and couples in building fulfilling relationships and developing self-understanding, confidence, and trust.
Genuine openness is important in my personal relationships, and it's reasonable that you would expect that from your therapist. Therapy benefits from you getting to know me too. If you ask me a questi
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I firmly believe that each person is unique with a distinct story which is impacted by various circumstances and people in their own lives.
I work with adults on an individual level or in couple relationships, and also with adolescents with an array of concerns such as trauma, attachment, depression, anxie
You are a creative type and are likely struggling with the existential issues of our generation, such as feeling disconnected or lonely, navigating a chaotic and ever-changing political climate, and a seeing a bleak outlook for the future. While on the surface it might look like you have it all together, inside you might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or
A good therapist helps you find the answers to your own questions and works with you to remove the blockages to creating and living the life that you want. I challenge my clients in a warm direct way that allows for empowerment towards health, happiness, meaning, and purpose. \"Issues\" that you come into therapy to resolve will be used a
Am I doing it right? Shouldn't I feel something more than this? My life is pretty good, and I think I should feel more grateful. But sometimes I look around and wonder, is this really all there is? No, no, I should be happier. What do I have to complain about? Yet still... sometimes, I just can't help but wonder. I can help you work th
Counseling can be the process of exploring and naming the stories we hold about ourselves, then identifying which parts of these stories resonate with one’s true self. Your history and present experience, along with my training and expertise, can tell us invaluable information about you.
- Improve your coping skills.
- Explore & make ch
Compassionate, curious, creative therapist specializing in creating and nurturing meaningful, healthy relationships.
I help people come home to themselves. Life's challenges can leave us questioning our intuition and values, and impact our self-worth, relationships, and well-being. Perhaps this is due to a difficult upbringing, perhaps due to tr
One of the most challenging yet rewarding things we can do in life is to seek help when we need it most. It can be difficult to carry our burdens alone, and a true relief to have someone help us hold and work through them. I support clients experiencing a range of concerns which can include feelings of anxiety and depression; trauma; difficulties i
Life is hard. And whether you decide to seek support through me or someone else, I commend you for starting or continuing on this journey of health and wellness. Help is helpful, and you do not need to be in crisis before you ask for, or receive help.
On that note, if you are struggling with life transitions, an overthinking brain that can lead
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