We went here for marriage couples therapy Jen helped A LOT…read moreWe came into this happy for the most part but ready to leave due to how bad fights could become We weren't able to listen to each other Jen helped us learn how to validate each other's feelings and listen We still fight, but it's much better than before I highly recommend Jen for marriage therapy

Jennifer really cares about her patients and has helped many couples and individuals over the years.read more

I have known Mary Deggelman since 2007 and I can't say enough nice things about her. I went to…read moreschool with her, and she is a phenomenal therapist. I appreciate her therapeutic orientation. She is a very skilled therapist if you need someone who is holistic. She is one of the healthiest people I know, body and mind. If you seek someone who can support you in a period of transition, growth, mourning, grief, or stagnation, she is the ideal therapist. I often recommend patients to her because I trust her judgment and theoretical orientation.

Mary has been such a blessing in my life and has impacted our lives in such a positive way!!! She…read morehas been extremely helpful in my personal life as well as my entire families. Her style of therapy was captivating to all of us and exactly what we needed. The fact that you don't sit in an office for the entire session but rather take a walk together in the fresh air really allowed us to open up. I first started seeing Mary when my daughter was in the third grade. I was searching for tools to help in our mother/daughter communication challenges. Not only did Mary provide a sense of comfort to me, but also to my daughter. It was awesome showing my daughter that I am willing to do anything to make sure our relationship stronger than ever because a mother/daughter bond is so important. Mary really helped my daughter develop ways to communicate to us and provided her a safe outlet. Throughout these sessions, Mary helped identify issues that I suppressed for years and were just surfacing when I became a parent. She identified underlying topics, helped me cope with them, and then provided tools to overcome them! She not only help me with ways to open up and heal myself but also is making me a better mom, wife, daughter, sister, and friend. My family saw such a difference in me, that they were open to the idea of therapy and had full trust in Mary. I have seen Mary for personal, couple, and family therapy! Walking and talking was the perfect therapy. When you are walking you are just talking to "as trusted person" and opening up about various topics. These tools are life strategies you take with you long after your sessions with Mary. If you are looking for someone to talk to for your self, your children, your spouse, or all of the above, I would highly recommend Mary. My entire family would say the same!!!

We were very happy to work with Dr. Serena and her staff. They dedicated all the necessary time to…read moreunderstand our concerns and develop an assessment plan for our son. Dr. Serena and Brittany always made sure our son was comfortable with the process and you can tell they are very experienced with children. It was a very positive experience for us. I highly recommend them!

Adrianne Thomas is a unique talent. In my time sharing with her I've come to appreciate her way of…read morelistening, connecting the dots and leading the conversations to insight, breakthrough, and epiphany. She is a true authentic, a sensitive and passionate person - all of which makes her a great professional, friend and aly.

This past year, I experienced an extremely traumatic family crisis that completely upended my…read moreworld. For months, I struggled with severe anxiety, depression, and debilitating PTSD symptoms. Medication was only helping a little bit, and I didn't want to rely solely on it. I was looking for something that could provide more immediate and lasting relief, which led me to the Brain Wellness Center in San Ramon for TMS treatment. Before beginning treatment, I was in profound distress. I experienced intense visceral emotional reactions and PTSD symptoms that felt overwhelming. My trigger responses were debilitating and sometimes turned violent--I was throwing things, breaking things, and unable to control my rage. The emotional flooding was extreme, often leaving me gasping for air and doubled over in pain. I had strong urges to self-harm and uncontrollable impulses toward physical aggression, which I sometimes acted on. I couldn't engage in any therapeutic work--I couldn't even look at books about my type of trauma without becoming dysregulated. My mind was trapped in constant rumination and obsessive thoughts. The anxiety was so severe that I felt like I was losing myself. After completing 50 sessions of TMS, the transformation has been remarkable. I developed motivation for basic self-care like going to sleep early and taking vitamins--things that felt impossible before. When triggered now, I still feel anger surge through me, but I no longer have the urge to be physically aggressive. I can now engage in therapeutic work, reading books about my trauma and participating in therapy discussions. I still feel discomfort, but it's manageable--not the dysregulating panic I experienced before. I've learned to disengage and down-regulate when triggered. I'm calmer and better able to care for myself instead of drowning in obsessive thoughts. The compulsion toward physical aggression has dramatically decreased. My anxiety is much less intense--I can redirect my attention to self-care, and the upset no longer overwhelms me. Most importantly, I'm no longer on my knees or doubled over in emotional pain. I am able to walk toward healing. The doctors at Brain Wellness Center are truly exceptional. Both Dr. Hashemian and Dr. Palmer are deeply compassionate, excellent listeners, and incredibly knowledgeable--they've been doing this work for decades and are true experts. I felt confident I was in capable hands. What I appreciated most was their honest approach with no sales pressure. They truly want you to make the best choice for you, whether that means working with them or another TMS specialist. They were thorough in their assessments and committed to tracking progress systematically. Week by week, I could literally see the steady decline in my anxiety, depression, and PTSD symptoms through their comprehensive measurements. The most dramatic improvement was in my anxiety symptoms. I would say that I started feeling really noticeable relief from my symptoms after about 6 sessions. Next to the treatment's effectiveness, I was most impressed with the staff. Mayra, Angelica, Autumn, and Olivia work seamlessly as the techs and coordination team. They are incredibly kind, consistently professional while genuinely warm and caring, and highly skilled. You can tell they're happy in their work environment. They were efficient with scheduling, accommodating with changes, and excellent at follow-through and communication. Appointments always started on time, and the facility was meticulously clean. I felt genuinely taken care of throughout all 50 sessions. TMS at Brain Wellness Center gave me my life back. I went from being unable to function, violent in my reactions, and contemplating self-harm to being able to engage in healing work, regulate my emotions, and move forward with my life. The relief I sought--something more immediate and lasting than medication alone--is exactly what I found. If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, or PTSD, I cannot recommend Brain Wellness Center highly enough. Thank you to Dr. Hashemian, Dr. Palmer, Mayra, Angelica, Autumn, and Olivia for helping me find my way back to myself. The healing journey continues.

Nothing but quality care at this place! The office staff was helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly…read more I recommend this to anyone needing treatment for severe depression.

"Specialize in Integrative Psychiatry: integrating the modalities of…read moretraditional, Eastern and functional medicine with newer techniques that cater to natural healing, longevity and resilience: Full Spectrum Healing: Non-pharmaceutical therapies, Micro nutrients for mental health. Also: Age Management with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Energy Medicine, Tesla Energy Lights." (practice's website http://www.carolbanyasmd.com) Be Careful. Yes it is great to be in balance and use non-pharmaceutical means to feel stable but be smart. Know yourself and observe your mood. Do research form reputable sources before you trust your entire condition to be remedied by nutraceuticals. If you are not feeling well are you willing to add 20 or more nutraceutical pills a day? Yes this can be and is prescribed. She does not take insurance. She will give you a super bill. You may or may not be able to submit that super bill to your insurance. Good, Bad, Indifferent

After many years of traditional treatment for depression and anxiety, I decided to seek out a…read moredifferent solution. This was not an easy decision: I am an engineer by trade and was skeptical of any "alternative" treatment. However, the limited relief I received from western medicine and the kaleidoscope of prescription medications over the years have never provided a complete, lasting solution for me. Something needed to change. Willing to try anything, I went to Doctor Banyas for an Energy Healing and did not know what to expect. It was an amazing and eye-opening experience. During my session, I felt a lightness and euphoria that I had never experienced before -- completely unclouded by medications. I have continued periodic treatment with Dr. Banyas, including Tesla light sessions. Using this treatment in addition to some traditional medication, I have achieved a level of wellness that I have never experienced before. I also appreciated being provided the option of traditional medication and natural alternative treatments - allowing me to weigh the benefits and cons of both options. I felt that my wishes were taken into consideration and my concerns were addressed before we decided on a treatment program. I would strongly urge anyone that doesn't get complete relief from depression from medication to try talking to Dr. Banyas. Traditional medicine did not have all of the answers for me, and the supplemental treatment from Dr. Banyas has made my life as good as I imagined it could be.

Wajeeha is wonderful and supportive. She provides you with therapeutic ways to feel safe and treat…read moreanxiety. She is available in your time of need! Great, would recommend!

"Professional, Friendly, Competent"…read more No one wants to have Parkinson's disease, but if you do, this doctor is a good choice. We have found her to be very sharp on the subject of neurological diseases. We asked quite a few questions, and she knew the answers right away. Clearly, she is an expert in the field. I guess that's why she wins all those awards. I noticed she again won the top Neurologist in the Bay Area award last year. The doctor recommended a certain imaging procedure to test dopamine levels in the brain. This is the best way to try to isolate Parkinson's. When we got the Dopamine results back, she was very encouraging, and immediately prescribed a particularly effective drug. We feel we are in good hands with this physician.

Updating my review 13 years later!…read more I still adore Dr. Sachdeva and her entire staff. They are so kind and truly caring. Not only has Dr. Sachdeva still been managing my Multiple Sclerosis, but she has also recently been helping treat my migraines. Sylvia, her nurse, is also just so amazing! I know I can call them and they will have my best interest at heart. It's so hard to find a neurologist with a personality, but Dr. Sachdeva is like a doctor and a mom all rolled into one. She will empathize with you but also tell you how it is, in a way that is non threatening. She is the reason why I'm on Ocrevus and haven't had any new lesions in 3 years!!! Be prepared for long waits. It can be frustrating but once you are in the room with you her, you understand why. She truly takes the time to know you, and to talk to you. You will instantly forgot how long you waited once you start talking to her!

Having worked with Laura as a social worker, I know that she is an extremely caring soul who knows…read morehow to assist others who are suffering and in pain. She is an astute collaborative problem solver, and she is especially gifted in helping others to see the sun which oftentimes seems to hide behind the clouds. JKW, Springfield, OH

Read my story, then you decide…read more A little background story: I have a family court case with Contra Costa County Family Services (CPS). Therefore, I need a therapist who knew the CPS process and willing to write reports for court. I went to Laura because she told me she handles CPS cases and will do the court reports. She appeared to be very compassionate and knowledgeable about the "system". She stated she used to be a social worker at Alameda County and have strategies for Family Reunification. I had a preliminary visit with her briefing her about my case and my goal. She told me she can help me and brief plans. Then my husband started to bring my kids to see Laura with confidence in Laura for our family reunification. However, we (my husband, and attorneys) found out that Laura, twists stories and make up stuff. The worse is that my child expressed strong desires to see me before he went to Laura. After 3-4sessions with Laura, my son told me on the phone:" I never want to see you again." I am very heart broken and very lost. Homeless and family less. Best wishes to all of you seeking therapist.