What was the problem you were having before you reached out to me?…read moreBefore meeting Leslie, I had never done therapy before. It has always been something I wanted to do and something I was interested in but never found the time or courage to follow through with. Growing up, therapy wasn't always something that was positively stigmatized, so it was easy to find excuses to not go. There were things I needed help working through, however, and I knew I wouldn't be able to continue to take it on myself. I found me asking myself the same questions in different ways and always coming to the same conclusions. I'm not saying that I was tormented by these questions/answers but I knew that I needed a fresh, new and professional angle. I wasn't going to be able to dig as deep without having the proper tools to dig. Leslie came in as a kind and understanding voice--asking me questions I have never been asked and exploring my feelings in a way I've never thought to explore them. I'm an introspective person by nature but I would never stop to think of how certain situations made me feel and how it looked to explore those feelings. Each session was quite an interesting and eye-opening exercise. Leslie was always respectful enough to give me time to think about my responses and never seemed to pry or dig too deeply if I wasn't comfortable but she masterfully worded questions in a way that disarmed me and allowed me to share openly and freely. She created a very comfortable environment for being open. I knew that therapy was working for me when I started to openly share my feelings in normal conversation with friends and family. I found myself thinking more deeply about how I was affected by something or taking a particular situation and viewing all of the angles and how I felt about potential outcomes. When speaking with friends, I found myself being more understanding and sensitive--asking them questions about how they felt. It was all kind of "weird" but I knew it was very helpful. Unfortunately, I do not see Leslie anymore but ever since our final session, I feel mentally reborn. The lens I now look through my own feelings with is less judgmental and more understanding. It's okay to feel. It's ok to emote. The mental clarity I have now is far better than it was before she and I sat down for the first time. I am grateful for her service and would highly recommend Leslie to anyone seeking understanding, mental health and a kind ear.

Wow, I am fortunate to have Dr. Hemedes in my life as both a colleague and a friend. I admire her…read moredrive, intellect, patience, and sense of humor. You can just tell that all of those qualities naturally exist for her. Dr. Hemedes keeps it real in the most gentle and tactful way that makes you feel seen and appreciated. She is the advocate you want in your corner. She is that friend where you pick right back up where you left off if time has passed between connecting. She is dynamic in her clinical approaches, which makes her ability to work with diverse populations admirable. Trust me, one consultation with her and you will see what I mean by all of this!

I love Sarah! She does incredible work and I cannot recommend her enough. Her Jungian perspective…read moreis so helpful and non-judgmental. The expressive arts experience and creativity inspires and makes therapy about a lot more than staring at a problem.

Just wanted to give Sarah a quick shoutout here. Been seeing her for almost a full year now. She…read moretruly "gets it" and works with you no matter what level you're at. She adjusts her approach to fit YOUR pace and goals, not the other way around I've never stick with therapy before...always been on and off depending on circumstances. But I had an extremely random life issue pop up, so I sought out help asap. Sarah was the only therapist that was taking new patients in the timespan I needed, so I really didn't have any expectations...I just knew I needed help immediately! It turned out to be serendipitous b/c we clicked right off the bat and I'm so thankful things worked out the way they did. She wants to make sure I feel "seen" and validated, and she chooses her words very carefully and makes sure to frame her communication in a way that lets you know she was intently listening to you and understands you.

I can't thank Dr. Z enough for what she has done. She was recommended to me by a best in the world…read moreprofessional and she has surpassed expectations. She is absolutely brilliant and caring. Her professionalism is inspirational. She is up to date on her field and it's obvious that she is highly respected in the mental health community. She gets results like no other therapist I've ever heard of and while handling some very difficult cases. You can sense her commitment to excellence. I have never spoken with anyone who had such a consistently high level of insight and the ability to deliver those insights directly and tactfully. I have even been somewhat hesitant to leave a review because her schedule is already very full although that never seemed to get in the way of her ability to give personalized attention. I'm not sure how she does so much. No therapist is smarter, no therapist communicates better, and no therapist works harder. I'm so happy I found her.

I do not know how it reflects on my credibility should I happen to brag about being a seasoned vet…read morewhen it comes to therapists and mental wellness pursuits. Regardless, I am. And on top of that, I also happen to be a health care practitioner myself. This means, for the purposes of a review, that when I walk into a new Doctor's office, there is an additional dimension of critiquing for me to process. I would never willingly put myself under the guidance and care of a Doctor who did not 1) Impress me as a capable and honest caregiveer and 2) Impress me as a professional colleague. - EMPATHY - KNOWLEDGE - PROFESSIONALISM - RESPECT I think that these are the basic bulletpoints that strike me when I consider why I think so highly of Patricia. Dr. Zurita takes NOTHING more seriously than the pursuit of her profession. Except possibly you, the patient. When under her care, you will be able to sense that to her, learning about human dysfunction and subsequently helping people with this knowledge, are what drives every fiber of her being. Some therapists really care. Other therapists are extremely knowledgeable. Very few therapists are both. Patricia Zurita Ona is one of those very few.

I've been seeing Jessica for several years, and she has changed the way I understand therapy. It…read morewasn't until I met with Jessica that I truly let a therapist in. I used to hold back, saying only what felt safe. But with Jessica, that changed, and for the first time, I could just be honest and completely open. She listens in a way that makes you feel seen, not just heard. The tools she's given me aren't the kind you forget the moment you leave the room, they actually stick with you. If you're looking for a therapist who will actually meet you where you are and help you become someone stronger, more whole, more yourself, it's her. Jessica is, without exaggeration, the best therapist and one of the best human beings I have ever had the privilege of knowing.

Reached out to Jessica a few months back because I was dealing with some issues in my life and…read morewanted to get some perspective/advice from a professional. She's awesome. Easy to talk to. Great listener. Makes you feel very comfortable from the first minutes in her office. She helped me immensely. It's hard to make that first step when reaching out to a therapist. I am so glad I contacted Jessica. Highly recommend her!

Back in 2019, her treatments saved my life. Unknowingly, I was living in a water damaged building…read morewith toxic black mold and I acquired a biotoxin induced brain injury. I was extremely sick and my brain was in constant fight/flight unable to sleep , eat, or function. Her qEEG Neurofeedback sessions slowly quieted down my brain's response to these toxins and as soon as we were able to confirm a toxic mold issue in our apartment complex which made every tenant sick at that time, we also moved. Candia's treatments helped me slowly regain my brain function and I was able to return to work. I'm forever grateful for her slow, gentle, and careful approach in treating a highly sensitive patient.

After years and numerous attempts at rehab we found Dr. Candia Smith. After 7 months of treatment…read morewith Dr. Smith I have maintained my sobriety. I am no longer hypertensive and slowly decreasing my Prozac. My wife, children and grandchildren are back in my life and they love the new me. Dr. Smith is our miracle worker.

If anyone can relate to me, I have been through soooo sooo many therapists who I have had to fire…read more Vanessa and her team are honest, warm, and most importantly non-judgmental. I feel seen,heard and respected even when I still make mistakes! I feel comfortable sharing my wins and loses. I feel empowered at the end of my session and hopeful that I will reach my goals. So far, I do not plan on firing them, I finally feel like I can actually make progress!! I look forward to what my future may holds. I have received excellent care from her and her team. I know that I am in good hands and I trust them.

Vanessa is very understanding, approachable, and easy to open up to. She understands you and takes…read morethe time to really listen to what you have to say. I really do feel comfortable opening up to her and talking about anything. So, if you're looking for someone to open up and talk to, Vanessa is amazing. I drive all the way from the antioch/Brentwood area to her and would highly suggest her!

I saw Gerry about 9 years ago since I had a series of great experience seeing a famous…read morehypnotherapist in Chicago who resolved my sleep disorder, which I've heard is not easy to resolve. He told me that I was a great patient for hypnotherapy.. having a serious issue resolved in the most part in one session. I continued to see him and needed to listen to his recordings while I fell asleep. I am a total believe in hypnotherapy so I looked for someone in the east bay and Gerry was one of several practitioners I tried. Unfortunately, her session did nothing for any of the issues I came in for. I'm glad that others I belng helped by Gerry.. goes to show that people will be helped by different hypnotherapists. She could have also improved on her techniques : )

Gerri is amazing and has truly changed my life. She has helped me overcome smoking, weight and food…read moreissues, with my motivation/determination, and coping with my dads death. I can not recommend Gerri enough. I refer all my friends to her. She is very compassionate and professional. Her voice is very soothing and makes you feel very comfortable. You will not regret seeing Gerri for anything you are having issues with or if you just need that extra push to reach your goals.

Sara was wonderful in helping me work through some life transitions. Leaving a career to be a stay…read moreat home mom and working through past childhood trauma in order to raise 2 healthy children. Sara was kind and I felt like I could be conpletely honest with her. Sometimes it's hard to admit the struggles you have with kids in fear of judgment, but Sara always listened with intention and offered solutions to my areas of weakness. I highly recommend Sara. You deserve to get help and that's what she's there for!

Sara is extraordinary…read more She's incredibly insightful and intuitive in her questions and feedback, which brings so much hope and light into my day after a phone or in person interview. I think whether you're going through difficult times or need some healthy reflection, she's your gal. She's like a best friend; warm, mindful, and grounding. Her kindness and honesty has really opened my eyes, and I know I am growing emotionally with each passing session. I think I have a tendency to be hard on myself, and she has been there to teach me the skills to overcome my obstacles, to learn how to self-care, and to be a better communicator to get what I need out of my relationships. The level of care that Sara puts into her clients really sets her apart from everyone else. She may make you a cup of chamomile, offer you a blanket on a rough day, or lend you a book (with specific pages to read). She's always in my corner, and takes the time to check in on me from time to time. I think this shows how committed she is to her clients and their wellbeing. I highly recommend her!