Forgiveness therapists in Castro Valley, CA
Browse Forgiveness therapists in Castro Valley, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Forgiveness
Russell Wilkie
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
A friend of mine once said that not forgiving is like holding hot coals in your hands, threatening to throw them at someone, when all you get is burned hands -- better to drop the coals, through forgiveness, than keep getting burned. Forgiveness is for you, not the other person. It relieves you of the burden of carrying anger and resentment toward another, or even yourself. Forgiving yourself or another person can be very healing. Their response to you forgiving them can be a bonus, but it isn't necessary, as proven by the fact that we can forgive people who are no longer alive.
34 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Shirley Johnson,
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, CYT
Forgiveness is not forced positivity — it’s a process. Together we explore hurt, accountability, and boundaries so that release becomes empowering, not self-abandoning. We always start with the self.
11 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Shohreh ("Sho-ray") Schmuecker
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Forgiveness is not about forgetting or excusing what happened. It is about releasing the burden of pain, resentment, or anger that may be holding you back. Whether you are struggling to forgive someone else or yourself, the process can feel complicated and deeply emotional.
In a safe and supportive space, I help individuals explore what forgiveness means to them, process the hurt they carry, and move toward emotional freedom at their own pace. Forgiveness is a process and can be a powerful step toward healing and peace.
If you are ready to release what no longer serves you and create space for peace and self-compassion, I invite you to get in touch.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Castro Valley, CA
Online in Castro Valley, CA
Forgiveness
Stefani Largent
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Compassion, Detaching with Love, Gratitude, Letting Go, Moving Forward
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Castro Valley, CA
Online in Castro Valley, CA
Forgiveness
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
For forgiveness work, we can do prayer work and identify areas that you want help finding forgiveness for. Using spiritual counseling we can restore your sense of wellbeing.
11 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Erin Powers
Counselor/Therapist, APCC 9590
I believe in the power of forgiveness and have witnessed profound transformations in clients who have utilized forgiveness work. I have walked clients through this process, in which they have found healing and peace as a result.
6 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Inessa Freylekhman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Forgiveness is deeply personal and cannot be forced. I offer space to explore hurt, anger, grief, and self-blame without pressure to excuse harmful behavior or reconnect with someone who has hurt you. Whether your focus is forgiving yourself or another person, we work toward a relationship with the past that allows more freedom in the present.
12 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Abigail (Abi) Zarate Ramsay
Pre-Licensed Professional, Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee, Professional Clinical Counselor Trainee
I offer space to explore forgiveness on your terms, whether that means repairing relationships, letting go, or simply making peace with your own choices and boundaries.
0 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. Jag Soni
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSPP, PCC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Carrying the weight of past hurts can stall your growth, but the process of Forgiveness—whether directed at yourself or others—can find you internal peace. As a Ph.D. Psychologist with 35 years of experience, I help you navigate the complex process of letting go. We work to uncover the root of your resentment or guilt, fostering the deep emotional shifts needed to move toward a future defined by freedom rather than pain. Through secure Telehealth, I offer an expert, non-judgmental space to help you reconcile your past. Reach out to schedule your first appointment.
36 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Heidi Hartston
Psychologist, PhD
The real purpose of forgiveness is to protect your own emotional and physical health by freeing you from anger, stress and negative thinking. It is more for you than it is for anyone else, and has nothing to do with regarding what happened as okay. You can still regret, disapprove of or feel devastated by what happened. And you can create the boundaries that are necessary for you to thrive and avoid further suffering. Forgiveness involves establishing a sense of peace and radical acceptance, acknowledging that past unjust events are unchangeable. And this frees you to move forward into new chapters and experiences. Self-forgiveness can free you from pointless persistent guilt and self-loathing. Forgiveness towards others can make relationship repair possible, if that is something you choose. More importantly it can limit the ongoing harm done to you by holding onto anger, resentfulness or guilt and replaying painful memories. I combine insightful, caring depth work with evidence based techniques that are most effective in freeing you from old patterns, anger, trauma and pain, and helping you to reclaim the balanced, happy life you deserve.
35 Years Experience
Online in Castro Valley, CA (Online Only)
Forgiveness therapists in Castro Valley, CA Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Castro Valley, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (41%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
45%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 57% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 74% | Women |
| 62% | Men |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Christian |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |