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Top ADHD therapists and psychiatrists in Oakland, CA

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Connor ( Ryn Mulhern ) Benefield

Connor ( Ryn Mulhern ) Benefield

Therapist

In-person • 1.1 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I help my clients feel worthy of turning their big loving hearts toward themselves so they can feel more agency and alignment in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Serena Wu

Dr. Serena Wu

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 2 mi away • Emeryville, CA


“I see psychiatric treatment not simply as symptom management, but as a way to support people through periods of transition, stress, and uncertainty — with thoughtfulness, structure, and compassion.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melody Claiborne

Melody Claiborne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My approach is structured and results-oriented. I prioritize getting you the right treatment quickly...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Kahn

Erik Kahn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Oakland, CA


I’m a licensed therapist trained in somatic psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. I work with individuals, couples, and men, supporting clients with anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. I also help people navigating loneliness, work-related stress, and cultural or identity-related experiences, including multiracial relationships. My goal is to help people better understand themselves, their patterns, and how they relate to others. I tend to be warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, while also being direct when it’s helpful.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mark Abelson

Mark Abelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.4 mi away • Oakland, CA


Hi, I'm Mark.

I work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, and relationships.

If you feel overwhelmed by emotions, we can face these challenges together with a good plan and the right tools. I have a lot of experience working with neurodiversity, anxiety, and self-harm.

Therapy can expand and strengthen your network of support, especially during difficult times. Reach out today--I'd love to answer any questions and share more.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Camille Lendormy

Camille Lendormy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.1 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My approach to providing care includes empathetic listening, unconditional positive regard, transparency and radical curiosity.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marisa Singer

Marisa Singer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Berkeley, CA


Taking the step to seek out therapy can feel scary. You may even be wondering, "how can therapy help?" But feeling alone and overwhelmed with trying to "do it alone" simply isn't working. Welcome...I am so glad you're here. I offer a safe, warm, empathic space to explore what's going on in your life. I help people feel less alone and more able to move through their challenges by bringing curiosity, care and compassion to the work of therapy.

Life is a lot right now. Work stress, family stress, parenting stress, political stress, economic stress. Together, we will chart the path forward to help you feel more like yourself.

I have been a therapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) for 11 years and am constantly amazed at the resilience of the human spirit.

I am also an ICF-credentialed Associate Certified Coach (ACC). When appropriate, I'll integrate certain coaching frameworks with clients to support them towards their goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Larissa Tam

Larissa Tam

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Alameda, CA


“My practice is rooted in creating a safe, compassionate, and neurodiversity-affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop practical skills for daily life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Gustav Helzberg

Gustav Helzberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • Oakland, CA


“It turns out our pain and problems are alchemized when we uncover compassion for our ailing parts (rather than avoid or distract ourselves from them).”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sandra Berger

Sandra Berger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“My approach is depth-oriented, using a systemic lens to help clients work toward meaningful life goals while strengthening their capacity for connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Oglesby

Paul Oglesby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Albany, CA


“I focus on building a strong, trusting bond with my clients that serves as a foundation for exploration and change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Stullman

Eric Stullman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“I've been told that my clients really appreciate my expertise but mostly the warmth and humor that I bring.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Bella Lurie

Bella Lurie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“According to a rich variety of spiritual traditions, all major setbacks in life can be "solved" by a particular attitude towards these setbacks...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“Seeking help for your mental health is a sign of strength, and I am proud of people who advocate for their well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jason Hsu

Jason Hsu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • Albany, CA


“I provide compassionate trauma-informed therapy for a broad range of concerns, with particular emphasis on anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and psychotic disorders.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Fremont, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna O'Connor

Anna O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Albany, CA


“We'll explore ways you are shaped by family, community, and culture, and what this means about how you show up in the world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shannon Geenty

Shannon Geenty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Orinda, CA


“My approach is warm, empathetic, and down to earth. In our work together, you can expect a supportive, non-judgmental space...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicki Koethner

Nicki Koethner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Oakland, CA


I'm an interactive bi-cultural somatic expressive arts therapist who brings a lot of joy to the work she does, creating safety to address challenges people face. I offer a unique blend of person-centered, humanistic, transpersonal-oriented somatic-based Expressive Arts therapy and energy practices in German and English. I welcome a variety of clients across cultures, ages, lifestyles, and sexual/gender orientations.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Thomas Browne

Dr. Thomas Browne

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“They usually tell me that they feel comfortable with me as a professional, heard, not judged, and respected.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lukas Novak

Lukas Novak

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“Much of our work will hinge on the relationship. Good therapy needs a real one - a place where you can think out loud, say what you don't usually say, and hear honest feedback about what might be going on.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Denton

Stephanie Denton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I take a psychodynamic and trauma-informed approach, meaning we look at how past experiences and relationships may still be influencing your present-day emotions and connections.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amilia Rodriguez

Amilia Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I take a holistic, client-centered approach rooted in Gestalt principles, focusing on mind, body, and emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Alfaro

Denise Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I focus on giving you concrete, real-world tools that lead to noticeable changes in your everyday life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Udor

Sarah Udor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Sausalito, CA


“My expertise is in delivering comprehensive healthcare that addresses both physical and psychological aspects of wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elise Holland

Elise Holland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Mill Valley, CA


“I tailor my approach to best serve my clients, using various modalities to support them such as Internal Family Systems, Eye-Movement Densitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Francis Toal

Francis Toal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Pleasant Hill, CA


“I believe therapy should provide a place where you can speak openly without judgment while also helping you better understand the patterns, experiences, and circumstances that may be keeping you stuck.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Ramon, CA


“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Dana Kahn

Dr. Dana Kahn

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Corte Madera, CA


“I am an active participant in the treatment and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Concord, CA


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe balancing your mental health and physical wellness is key to improving stability in life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wajeeha Khan

Wajeeha Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Ramon, CA


“Healing begins with empathy. At Well Mind Therapy, we embrace your journey with compassion, creating a safe space where you feel truly seen and supported as you grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rachel Rosen

Rachel Rosen

Therapist

In-person • 18 mi away • Benicia, CA


Struggling with depression & identity through childhood, diagnosed with ADHD as an adult— I know about "not reaching [your] potential," and feeling like everything is a struggle.

Beginning in middle school as a volunteer, I gained over 20 years of experience with a range of developmental and other issues before beginning grad school.

Since earning my license, my work has focused primarily on adults and teens with ADHD & ASD, chronic depression, LGBTQIA+ & identity issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rose Pendleton

Rose Pendleton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Burlingame, CA


I enjoy bringing humor and kindness to my sessions I want to know what you need and will do my best with helping you get there

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brad Novak

Dr. Brad Novak

Psychiatrist

In-person • 20 mi away • Belmont, CA


Welcome! I specialize in medication management (psychopharmacology) of depression, anxiety disorders, OCD and ADHD of adult patients. I graduated from the Stanford Psychiatry Residency Program in 2004 where I served as chief resident and have been in private practice since 2005. You may learn more about my practice at https://sfpsychiatrylaw.com. Please note that the first appointment is done in my office in Belmont. I talk to prospective clients on the phone before booking the inital intake appointment. I am not able to take all the patients who wish to schedule.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mindy Leake

Mindy Leake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Novato, CA


Hello, I'm Mindy. I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 16 years of clinical experience. My path has included military service, community health work in rural Morocco, and care across many settings, from intensive care to hospice. These experiences shape how I show up: with warmth, curiosity, cultural humility, and respect for everyone's story. I treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

That means taking time to dig into your history, what has worked, what has not, and what you actually want from your care. Whether that is medication management or medication management with therapy, we figure it out together.

I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life transitions including loss, chronic illness, major life changes, and times when you just cannot name what is wrong yet.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diler Bilgin

Diler Bilgin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Fremont, CA


“I aim to create a warm, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and begin to make sense of what you're going through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Bittner

Lauren Bittner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


“I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity, and the complex terrain of relationships and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bongjoo Hwang

Dr. Bongjoo Hwang

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Campbell, CA


“I use an integrative approach drawing from client-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, relational, system's and other approaches to meet the client's specific needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carol Valencia

Carol Valencia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Rosa, CA


If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—whether from past trauma, grief, or relationship challenges—you’re not alone, and change is possible. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults of all ages who are navigating trauma, relational rupture, and loss.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our providers who can help with ADHD located within 20 miles of Oakland, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Oakland, CA
There are over 35 therapists in Oakland, CA accepting new patients.
35+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Stress management
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%ADD/ADHD
  • 100%Depression
  • 80%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 63%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 60%Providence Health Plan
  • 54%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 40%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 6%Hindi
  • 6%Mandarin
  • 6%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 66%Woman
  • 29%Man
  • 6%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 14%Clinical Psychologist
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 37%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing an ADHD Therapist in Oakland

Searching for ADHD therapists in Oakland starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Therapy can help with concerns related to focus, organization, time management, impulse control, and emotional regulation. Some people look for therapeutic support, such as cognitive behavioral therapy for ADHD, skills-based work, or executive function support. Others may also want medication management from a psychiatrist. Adult ADHD and pediatric ADHD can call for different experience, so review each therapist’s listed specialties, age groups, and approach before booking.

In Oakland, your search may include therapists near downtown, Rockridge, Temescal, Lake Merritt, or nearby East Bay neighborhoods. Virtual appointments can also make it easier to find an ADHD specialist for adults or a therapist with experience supporting ADHD alongside anxiety or depression. As you compare options, look at appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. A therapist’s bio can show how they describe their style, session structure, and experience with ADHD concerns.

Therapy in Oakland can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you search for ADHD therapists who match your preferences and are accepting new patients, and you can enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm coverage and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. You can browse profiles, compare specialties, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.

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