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I'm a therapist serving clients in Dublin, California, and throughout the Tri-Valley, including San Ramon, Pleasanton, Livermore, Danville, and Castro Valley. You are probably reading this because something feels off, either in your relationship, in your mind, or in your life, and you are finally ready to do something about it. That takes courage, and I want you to know you are in the right place. I work with individuals, couples, teens, and families. My clients come to me carrying relationship conflict, separation, anxiety, trauma, depression, family tension, and career uncertainty. Many are high-functioning students, professionals, or couples who look fine on the outside but are quietly exhausted on the inside. My approach is warm, direct, and evidence-based. I draw from emotionally focused therapy (EFT) for couples work, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma processing, and exposure-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety. As an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC), I also support professionals navigating career transitions, burnout, and advancement. Sessions with me are collaborative. I ask good questions, listen carefully, and work with you to build real insight and practical tools you can actually use outside of my office. Your goals drive the process, and your pace sets the timeline. Whether you are working on your relationship, healing from something painful, managing anxiety that has gone on too long, or figuring out your next professional chapter, I meet you exactly where you are. No judgment. No rushing. Just honest, effective work at a pace that feels right for you. I am the founder of BalanceHour Therapy located at 11501 Dublin Blvd STE 200 in Dublin, CA. When you are ready to take the next step, I am here.

Hello! ^_^ Welcome to my GoodTherapy Profile ^_^ Are you looking for a therapist who really gets you, who you can feel comfortable with, and really open up to? Some therapists are super stiff, rigid professionals who give very little of themselves in session. That's not me. I am very open, genuine, and personable in session and strive to make positive, meaningful relationships with my clients. People often comment that I am very friendly and approachable, and this tends to be something people respond well to in a therapist. I work with a wide variety of people in therapy but I primarily specialize in working with: -Couples -Teens -LGBTQ clients -Addiction -Sex positive, kink aware, and polyamory I sometimes tell people that I broadly specialize in working with anyone who is used to being or expects to be judged by others. If you've got anything going on in life that you feel like most people would judge or be weirded out by and you want someone safe and accepting to talk to, I'm the therapist for you! :-p

Whatever the changes you desire, they begin with experiencing the current moment without the distraction of self-judgement or self-criticism. For 30 years, I have cultivated ways to help my clients accept their current experience so they can move forward towards their best life. I am honored to witness the changes that are possible, and the wisdom and magic I see in people who learn to listen to their own best self! I look forward to accompanying you.

Ultimately, I’m passionate about supporting you. You choose what intrinsic and extrinsic life experiences you'd prefer to have. Tell me what's not working in your life, what emotions you wish to no longer feel, and what behaviors you'd like to no longer repeat. We'll target, identify & dismantle the cycles that create and maintain those unwanted patterns. We'll create the direction, motivation and progress that allows you to build the external outcomes you'd like to reach, as well as the emotions you want to consistently feel. I'm very assertive in my therapeutic process. I hold my clients accountable and point out patterns that create and maintain unwanted habits, thoughts, emotions, behaviors or outcomes. I have a very goal oriented approach to therapy, I place a higher value on creating measurable progress as opposed to spending extended time deeply developing insight around the past.

If you often find yourself feeling out of place, playing it safe, or struggling inside—even though other people think you have it all together—positive change and peace of mind are possible. I offer mindfulness-based, depth-oriented Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy to caregivers, therapists, and those challenged by anxiety and self-doubt. I work with people who are successful and capable but can at times minimize their feelings, strengths, and abilities in the service of caretaking others. They may experience difficulty with knowing or trusting themselves fully, navigating relationships or life transitions, overthinking, people-pleasing, boundaries, burnout, or self-criticism. If you can relate to this, making the choice to invest in good therapy can give you more insight and grace for yourself, and you can begin to feel more resilient, empowered, and clear about your options and needs. My style is engaged yet spacious, collaborative, trauma-informed, and focused on supporting you in slowing down, tuning into yourself, and accessing your own wisdom and answers. I hold an integrative and systemic lens with my clients, blending mindfulness and somatic (embodied) awareness with relational, psychodynamic and Internal Family Systems therapy. Together, we'll connect the dots between the conditions of your upbringing and the strategies you took on to cope with it, and you’ll discover new ways of easing the tensions that keep you stuck. I welcome curious, committed, creative, down-to-earth, self-reflective people to my practice, as well as therapists seeking individual or group consultation in IFS. (I'm also a Level 3 Certified IFS Therapist and Approved Clinical Consultant.) To get started, contact me for a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.

Hello. I offer affordable, quality therapy in a warm and non-judgmental environment. My goal is to create a safe space for you to be seen, heard and understood. I realize that reaching out for help when things feel overwhelming is not easy. Whether you are struggling with relational conflicts, anxiety, loss, body image issues, co-dependence, addictions, depression or any other trauma, therapy is a healthy place to begin your healing. I believe that this is the most compassionate thing you can do for yourself, and that we all deserve a life of balance and inner peace. In order for things to change in our lives, we may have to change. It certainly is easier said than done, and at times that change can feel more acute and painful than other times. We know, intuitively, when we need to find a different approach to working through our struggles. When the way we are currently doing things is not working for us, but against us. My approach in therapy is helping to identify maladaptive patterns and behaviors, in a collaborative way. You know yourself better than anyone, but often a fresh perspective combined with years of intense training can help identify areas of growth. I utilize a myriad of different therapeutic interventions for each individual client. I will tailor each person's therapy from Psychodynamic approaches, Strength based practices, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Somatic Experiences, Gotten Couples therapeutic strategies, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR and many more. You are a unique person with your own set of profound experiences and your therapy should reflect that.

Most of what keeps people stuck isn't a lack of self-awareness. It's that awareness alone doesn't reach the places where patterns actually live - in the nervous system, in the body's automatic responses, in the dynamics that replay across relationships and years despite everything you already understand about yourself. My work is focused there. Not on building more insight, but on working directly with the patterns as they show up in real time, catching them in the moment, understanding what's underneath them, and creating the conditions for something to actually shift. With individuals, that means integrating somatic awareness, attachment work, and Enneagram alongside the relational and existential questions that don't fit neatly into a treatment framework. With couples, it means looking at what each person is bringing into the room — their nervous system, their history, their way of protecting themselves — and how those things collide. My style is warm and direct. I don't stay behind a professional wall because most people don't heal in a vacuum of neutrality. I bring myself into the room, and I think that matters. If you've done the work of understanding yourself and something still isn't shifting; that's exactly where this kind of therapy begins.

In my experience, it is important for my clients to feel supported and be able to address their immediate concerns as quickly and as effectively as possible. I view therapy as a collaborative process where I work with my clients to acquire the coping skills they need for their present difficulties while gaining the understanding and insight they need to handle future challenges. By working together, I will help you to build on your strengths and expand your skills to not only cope with the obstacles in life, but to optimize your well-being and to reach for your full potential. I am deeply confident in your ability to create a life rich with authenticity, meaning, insight, and connection! My approach is warm, genuine, and nonjudgmental. Since everyone is unique, the therapeutic process with each of my clients is different and the way we work together is tailored to your specific needs. However, my goal is to create a safe space where your stories can be told and your thoughts & feelings explored. I will support you through your journey of introspection and help you gain new perspectives and understanding of yourself. I will guide you to identify your obstacles but also gently challenge you to make the changes you need to breakthrough old patterns.

My goal with all my clients is to help them discover a deeper sense of themselves and build resilience rooted in self-compassion, self-confidence, self-love, and acceptance. Therapy isn’t about fixing what’s broken; it’s about becoming more connected to who you are and what you’ve carried, sometimes consciously, sometimes not. In our work together, we’ll explore how past experiences, relational patterns, and early attachment wounds may still be shaping your present. This includes looking at limiting beliefs and subconscious behaviors that may be quietly running the show. As we bring these patterns into awareness, we can begin to shift the relationship you have with yourself. And because our inner world shapes how we relate to others, this work naturally extends into your partnerships, family dynamics, friendships, and your place in the wider world. I hold space with curiosity, presence, and respect. Whether you're seeking clarity, connection, or simply a place to be with what’s true, I aim to walk with you, not ahead of you, as you deepen into your own healing and growth.

I'm a depth-oriented psychotherapist specializing in helping adults define themselves, process trauma, and feel more connected in relationships with friends, family, and partners. My practice combines humor, depth, and real relationships to help clients understand themselves. I work with people who, despite their best efforts, feel lonely, rejected, and anxious. I join clients in making sense of, and finding meaning in, past trauma, unmet expectations, and complicated relationships. We will go beyond generic comfort or numbing to find relief in hard truths and lasting change. In therapy, you can find a version of yourself that feels truer and more livable than what you’ve picked up to survive. If you’d like to invest in a partnership focused on earning enough trust to do deep and meaningful work, reach out to schedule a consultation call.

Looking for a therapist who is warm, honest and real? I never check my humor at the door. I want to help you build strong relationships and feel confident and joyful. Isn't that what life's about? You deserve to feel like your best self. I believe humans have incredible strength, resilience and creativity. We just lose track of it at times. This is when therapy can be a lifesaver. With over a decade of experience, I combine Eastern philosophy with cutting edge techniques. I specialize in assisting individuals and couples during challenging transitions. It's incredibly painful to feel scared and alone. You need tools to help you thrive. I am here to support you in creating change, and living with passion. Your program is tailor-made, assisting you in developing better understanding of self, changing negative frameworks, and moving towards a life that fills you with joy. Contact me for a complimentary 15 minute phone session or schedule an appointment to meet for a session. It is my belief that this work can be a life-changing step towards your transformation and personal growth.

*Trauma-Informed Specialty EMDR Certified* I have 2 primary practice specialties, serving both men and women: *One of my passions is helping women and their families through the life cycle transitions of fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause. I also help womencouples through perinatal loss (miscarriage, stillbirth, etc.). Support for new dadspartners is also under this umbrella of psychotherapy. *Another subspecialty I provide is helping clients who are leaving toxic relationships and healing from narcissistic abuse. I just published by first ebook, Soul Vampires: Reclaiming Your Lifeblood After Narcissistic Abuse, and I've published several articles for on all my practice specialties, as well as for my own blog at I take a team approach to helping my clients feel empowered to develop their goals for recovering through depression, anxiety, griefloss, trauma andor life cycle transition. My philosophy is very strengths-focused and client-centered. I offer a compassionate listening ear and psycho-education, in addition to other avenues of intervention. I provide tele-health for clients who are geographically far (through Regroup Therapy and Simple Practice)