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Couples therapists in Oakland, CA

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Top couples therapists in Oakland, CA

Strengthen your relationship with couples therapy in Oakland. Headway connects you with 2,755 licensed therapists who specialize in communication, conflict resolution, and relationship building. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

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


“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Laya Fatemeh Jamali

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.5 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, and depth-oriented. I integrate psychodynamic and Jungian perspectives with mindfulness and somatic awareness...”
Relationship issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashraf Khater

Ashraf Khater

Therapist

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


I have a deep commitment to seeing people flourish in relationship to themselves, and to others. For many of us, we have some sense of what makes relationships great and what makes them terrible. Knowing and experiencing what makes great relationships stronger, and what turns terrible relationships around, is where I can work alongside you. As someone who has been stepped in Attachment science, I love allowing for people to make more coherent sense of their internal world, to build or restore bonds with others.

Relationship issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Camille Lendormy

Camille Lendormy

Therapist

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


“I have historically served first-generation clients experiencing anxiety and depression; this work, at times, has included processing about emotionally immature parents and caregivers from different generations.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrea Javorkova-Adams

Andrea Javorkova-Adams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.4 mi away • Richmond, CA


“I start by getting to know you and understanding what matters most in your life. Together, we create a plan with realistic goals that support real, meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Siobhán Cassidy

Siobhán Cassidy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I approach everyone as a fellow human & use my bubbly personality, genuine curiosity, & compassion to develop rapport.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Warburg

Jennifer Warburg

Therapist

In-person • 9 mi away • San Francisco, CA


Welcome, I'm Jenn. I am glad you are here. Slowing down and considering your own support can be difficult for many of the folks I work with, and you’ve taken the first step.

My clients tend to be smart, quirky, thoughtful, community-minded professionals. They are also often perfectionists who expect a lot from themselves. Anxiety, depression, dissatisfaction in work and relationships, and burnout can arise when you relate to yourself critically or chronically minimize your own needs.

A licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer depth-oriented and practical therapy to help you feel delight in life again. I welcome your present challenges, lifetime of experiences, and unique inner world and offer a space where even the most confusing and distressing subjects are met with warmth and intelligence. I model and support you in relating to yourself with clear eyes and compassion. When you are this way with yourself, you better connect with your own wisdom and make more confident and kind choices in your relationships and career.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucia Moore

Lucia Moore

Therapist

In-person • 9.4 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I use a warm approach by incorporating empathetic listening and authentic affirmative communication.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dong Bui

Dong Bui

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • San Francisco, CA


I'm an LCSW and been in private practice since 2019. Most of my experience is in community mental health, supporting symptom management of trauma, depression and anxiety.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I bring a multicultural lens to my work, with a particular interest in supporting immigrant families—especially Latino and Asian American clients—as well as LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse folks.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mayra Ruelas-Ramirez

Mayra Ruelas-Ramirez

Therapist

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


“I believe the best healing is done in relationships, which can be done through the client-therapist relationship or by bringing family members together.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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...”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Francis Toal

Francis Toal

Therapist

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


I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are professionals who appear successful and capable on the outside but privately feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck.

I also work extensively with men and husbands who have spent years believing they should be able to handle life's challenges on their own.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent more than 25 years in engineering and organizational leadership. That experience gives me an appreciation for the pressures of work, relationships, family responsibilities, and the challenge of balancing competing demands while trying to keep everything together.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mimi Olavarrieta

Mimi Olavarrieta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Mill Valley, CA


“I bring a warm, thoughtful, and relational style to therapy, and I care deeply about creating a space where people feel genuinely seen and understood.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

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


Hello,

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My goal as a therapist is to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, and help you make your life happier and more meaningful. My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive.

I have been in practice for over a decade, and work with a wide range of conditions including trauma, depression and complex life transitions.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanne Ebert-Khosla

Susanne Ebert-Khosla

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Palo Alto, CA


“I provide you with the safe and secure space in which you can explore unresolved and painful feelings that keep you stuck.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robyn Medcalf

Robyn Medcalf

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Altos, CA


“With over 35 years of experience, Robyn is a warm and seasoned guide dedicated to helping people find healing and hope.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Ho

Michelle Ho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


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

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Emily Emmerson

Emily Emmerson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Rosa, CA


“I enjoy helping people make sense of themselves and their experiences, including how the past might still be shaping the way they see themselves and their lives today.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Burton

Kimberly Burton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stockton, CA


“Through self-realization and freedom, I help clients to live their lives to their fullest potential.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dollye Dockery

Dollye Dockery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stockton, CA


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been providing counseling for many years with couples, individuals and families.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Huston

Robert Huston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Davis, CA


“Throughout the years, I have greatly benefited from my own therapy. I want to offer the same support and understanding that I received.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cheyenne Miller

Cheyenne Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel comfortable being yourself...”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tara Steinke

Tara Steinke

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I incorporate somatic and mindfulness exercises into my work. I use a mix of relational/emotionally focused and sex positive approaches...”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebeca Manzanilla

Rebeca Manzanilla

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a passion in working with humans and assisting them in becoming their authentic self.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Marissa Morin

Marissa Morin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a systemic perspective that supports you in understanding yourself within your relationships with self and others.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katherine Christianson

Katherine Christianson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our therapeutic relationship, I view myself as the expert on therapy, and I consider you to be the expert on yourself.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Montclair, CA


I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amy Montague

Amy Montague

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have been practicing for 40 + years, in the Southbay, Torrance area. I am a psychologist with a Ph.D. I specialize with young children, adolescence. I also work with couples, families and am practized in depression, anxiety, psychosis, and divorce. I utalize cognitive/behavioral and psychdynamic therapies. I match my approach to the personality and needs of thebpatient.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andres Borja

Andres Borja

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, grounded presence to therapy and believe that effective treatment starts with authentic connection and mutual respect.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kristina Modeste

Kristina Modeste

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“Together we will utilize the transformative power of relationship as a sacred tool, capable of moving us all further away from colonized markers of wellness, and closer to a version of healing rich with compassion, self-confrontation, and reverence...”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie Terrazas

Melanie Terrazas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, especially when they have the right support along the way.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jonathan Laski

Jonathan Laski

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Christian therapist, I walk with clients to strengthen and support them in learning self compassion, understanding their worth, finding insight and living wisely. I have studied psychology and marriage and family therapy for over 13 years and have been in practice as a therapist for 7 of those years. I have intentionally learned and applied principles and practices which help clients sustain growth from hurts, unprocessed feelings and lack of direction toward more energy, enjoyment and purposefulness in life again.

I look forward to consulting with you to see if our therapeutic work would fit with you!

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Hebdon-Seljestad

Jennifer Hebdon-Seljestad

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a compassionate, judgment-free space where you can explore your thoughts, process difficult emotions, and safely step into your authentic self.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our couples therapists located within 20 miles of Oakland, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Oakland, CA
There are over 21 therapists in Oakland, CA accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 90%Stress management
  • 90%Anxiety
  • 90%Relationship issues
  • 86%Trauma
  • 86%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 48%Providence Health Plan
  • 43%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 38%Blue Shield of California
  • 38%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 10%Hebrew
  • 10%Russian
  • 10%Spanish
  • 5%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 62%Woman
  • 38%Man
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 19%Clinical Psychologist
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 48%Couples therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 29%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find the right couples therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your relationship — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Oakland

Searching for couples therapists in Oakland starts with naming what you and your partner want to work on. Couples therapy in Oakland may focus on communication, recurring conflict patterns, trust after infidelity, major life transitions, parenting disagreements, or relationship stress. Not all therapists have specific training in couples counseling, so look for licensed marriage and family therapists or therapists who list couples-focused approaches like the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy in their bios.

In a mid-size city like Oakland, the right fit often depends on both clinical match and logistics. You may prefer an office near downtown, Rockridge, Temescal, or another part of the East Bay, or you may want virtual appointments that fit both partners’ schedules. As you compare Oakland therapists, look at appointment availability, session structure, and whether a brief initial consultation is offered for couples. Reading therapist profiles can also help you understand how each therapist works with partners and what to expect in sessions.

Couples counseling in Oakland, CA, can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you compare therapists who offer relationship counseling in Oakland, review bios, check estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.