Psychodynamic therapists in Pleasanton, California CA
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Psychodynamic Therapy
Elena Duong
Psychologist, Psy.D.
You might be here because you’ve been called “too sensitive,” feel easily overwhelmed, or aren’t sure where you fit—especially as someone who is queer and/or asexual. You’re seeking connection with people who “get it” and a therapist who doesn’t need you to explain your culture, sensitivity, or identity just to be understood.
As a Highly Sensitive therapist, I enjoy working with asexual, gray‑ace, demisexual, questioning folks, and sensitive introverts. My style is warm, collaborative, and validating. In our work, we’ll create a gentler space, where your boundaries are honored, your quirks are welcomed, and you’re treated as enough exactly as you are.
12 Years Experience
Online in Pleasanton, CA California (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
San Francisco Counseling Collective
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMFT, LCSW
People come to us because they're navigating difficulties with life changes, depression, anxiety—any of a million ways that distress manifests itself in our lives. Our specialty is seeing you for the unique person that you are, and meeting you where you are in your struggle. We work with our clients to help discover what issues are causing difficulty or suffering and then to identify the strengths that people have inside of them to help address those challenges.
I see my work as walking a path with you. It’s not my job to tell you which path to take or point you to a different path. My job is to walk alongside of you and point out some of the things you're not noticing. I accompany you down your path instead of telling you where to go.
It's really common for people to think nobody sees them—nobody gets them—and that's my work. To set a safe place for you to be fully you, and to have somebody who sees you. Sees your doubts, your fears, all the things that you feel are flaws, and accepts you for all of that. I truly believe that at our core we're all trying to grow toward our truest self, and my job isn't to tell you what that true self is. It's really to just provide you a space to grow into that, and get out of your way, and support you and help you do it.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pleasanton, CA
Online in Pleasanton, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Victoria Miller
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Anxiety, depression, past traumas can make it difficult to maintain happiness and healthy relationships. With my help you will learn skills to combat the negative self talk, self sabotaging behaviors, and anxiety/depression symptoms. Together we will work through your past traumas. You will gain confidence, build healthy relationships, and live a more fulfilling life. We will move at your pace, setting attainable goals along the way.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pleasanton, CA
Online in Pleasanton, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Sara Denman
Psychologist, Psy.D
My goal is to provide positive therapy for change, helping people move from merely surviving to thriving. I have worked in private practice since 1999 and during that time I have developed methods that have proven helpful for a number of challenges people seek treatment for. In addition, I have spent many hours getting extra training and skills to enhance my ability to help people who may be struggling.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pleasanton, CA
Online in Pleasanton, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Alana Morazzini
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Many people were never given the space to understand what they truly feel — taught early on to push past vulnerability and keep moving, often losing touch with their deeper needs, wants, and inner conflicts along the way. I work with individuals and couples alike, with a particular focus on those navigating conflict and communication struggles in their relationships, as well as those facing major life transitions — including postpartum mood challenges and midlife adjustments. Drawing on attachment-centered and trauma-informed approaches, we work on the foundations beneath your current struggles — ultimately opening up new ways of reacting, understanding, and relating to yourself and your past. Therapy offers choices, and while familiar patterns may feel safe, the goal is to give you the freedom to choose differently.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pleasanton, CA
Online in Pleasanton, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Nes Pinar Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My practice is especially supportive for people navigating transitions, burnout, identity shifts, or the quiet sense that something in life needs to change. I bring steadiness, creativity, and a deep respect for your lived experience, offering a space where you don’t have to perform or hold it all together. You get to arrive as you are, and we move at a pace that feels safe, honest, and sustainable. If you’re longing for clarity, connection, or a more spacious relationship with yourself, I’m here to walk with you as you find your way forward.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pleasanton, CA
Online in Pleasanton, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
LAH Therapy Services
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., LMFT, CAS, EMDR-2
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 35 years. I take all of my ongoing trainings to stay up to date. I really enjoy doing EMDR because it allows people to process trauma - from childhood trauma experiences to current traumas. I also work with improving relationships, improving communication and internal growth. I work with addiction and all that goes with that such as low self-esteem and personal growth.
37 Years Experience
Online in Pleasanton, CA California (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Stefani Largent
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
IN-OFFICE & VIDEO SESSIONS...
I provide one-on-one psychotherapy and counseling services to adult clients who are struggling through difficult life transitions. My approach is warm, friendly and interactive. Therapy is strength-based, goal oriented and solution focused. I specialize in treating women's issues and challenges. All genders, gender identities and gender expressions welcomed. In-office and convenient video therapy sessions offered.
Please inquire about current availability status and complimentary 15-minute phone consultations.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pleasanton, CA
Online in Pleasanton, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
Mary Knoblock, Holistic Health Practitioner, Doctor of Natural Health DNH, Duke Certified Integrative Medicine Health Coach, Emotion Code Practitioner and Hypnotist, Clinical Rapid Transformation Therapy Practitioner and Kings College London MSc Psychology & Neuroscience Candidate 28’ with over 10 years experience helping clients with Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Anorexia, Sports Performance, Chronic Pain, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Complex Trauma, Health and Wellness Goals, Childhood trauma, Fibromyalgia, Auto Immune disorders, Panic Disorders, Cancer, End of Life, Bipolar Disorder, and more - offering modalities that are highly effective all via online sessions from anywhere in the world.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pleasanton, CA California (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Sarah Wagner LMFT Corp
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
I am a mother, a healer, an ally, a CrossFitter, Jewish-American, CIS-gendered, queer woman. I am exposed to both privilege and marginalization and although I do not have shared experiences with all intersectionalities, I offer an unconditional curiosity that allows for a safe and transformative space. I am direct, compassionate, relational, ethical non-monogomy/poly-friendly, trauma-informed, BIPOC allied, sex worker friendly, LGBTQIA2S+ allied, and spiritual... just a flavor of what you will get with me.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Pleasanton, CA
Online in Pleasanton, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Pleasanton, California Statistics
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Pleasanton, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $213 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (78%), Depression (68%), and Trauma and PTSD (61%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$213
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 78% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 68% | Depression |
| 61% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 54% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 49% | Stress |
| 48% | Loss or Grief |
| 47% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 60% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Teen |
| 46% | Senior |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 25% | Christian |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |