I saw Edna as a child/teen. I am 43 years old now, a mother of a very medically complex child and…read morelooking back, Edna saved my life. Not jist once, a few times. She gave me a safe place to talk about anything and the skills she taught me then, I teach my daughter now. I highly recommend her. She is insightful, non judgemental and truly cares about people. She is someone I think about often and appreciate even 20+ years later.

Dr. Bohannon was recommended to me with the only caveat that she didn't accept insurance. I was…read moreprepared for the price but not the cost. She was exactly what I needed. She was completely honest with me and called me out when necessary. She didn't tell to me what I wanted to hear, but told me what I needed to hear. I didn't go to therapy for someone to tell me I was right all the time. She gave me specific sounds bites that gave me confidence to cultivate healthy relationships. At times, her words were humbling and at times they were empowering. I wanted and needed to know when it was acceptable to demand certain things and accept others. I can only remember one thing that I didn't exactly agree with but that in no way diminished how I ever felt about her consultations. She gave me strength and gave it to me straight and I will forever be grateful for her candor and guidance. Thank you, Edna.

I saw Leonard for a year around 2013 and then again in 2023 for another year and a half. In both…read moreinstances I was seeking support for navigating some significant life transitions. The guidance and perspective Leonard shared was thoughtful and practical. He challenged me to think about things in new and sometimes uncomfortable ways, which in 2013 I wasn't as ready to hear. He always approached our conversations from a place of care and compassion. Through our work together, I gained a valuable set of tools and strategies that I use everyday to navigate life's many ups and downs. It was difficult work but I am ultimately a more grounded and caring person thanks to Leonard's help. Highly recommended.

This guy questioned me about my rapes like you'd expect from a GOP congressman, which he jumped…read moreright into after arguing with my about things I have trouble doing, so I was already off guard. (He said the things I've been struggling with for years are "just a matter of choice." If it was that easy, I wouldn't be seeking professional help!) It was insanely triggering. Considering he knew I have PTSD, he should have at least approached the subject more carefully. He said, "you don't seem to have a lot of emotions over this." (wtf) I cried and binge drank for a few days and it took months for me to be ready to try another therapist. DON'T LET THIS GUY'S EDUCATION IN ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES ALLURE YOU. HE'S A CREEP! Beyond unprofessional. I can't imagine this guy actually helping anyone at all. He lacks tact and empathy.

I heard such great things about XY Counseling but when I reached out I was quoted $250 per session…read moreand it was NOT in-person. Who charges that much for a "digital" session? That is insane pricing. Therapy is supposed to be face to face so you can see people's body language and mannerisms and get to know one another. This isn't a new age "interview" with a potential company. Do better!!!

This review is way overdue. I highly recommend Alex for couples counseling. He literally saved our…read morerelationship. Before we met Alex, we were 5 years into our relationship and starting to struggle with very difficult situations that were pulling us apart. These were made worse with our opposing introvert/extrovert needs. Neither of us had strong role models in our family for successful relationships, and we were at a turning point. We were very serious about who we chose to help us. All of the therapists we interviewed before Alex had somewhat of a cookie-cutting approach to couples therapy. We felt that we could've gotten some of their info from reading a book. However from the first time we spoke with Alex, it was easy for us to agree that he was the right therapist for us. Alex treated us as individual people and an individual couple. His approach is empathetic, thoughtful, and calm. He pays attention to every detail and is tactful in all of his communication. You will see this starting from his intake form. In our sessions, he gave equal time to both of us. We did many session exercises to become aware of our individual needs. Many of the revelations surprised us and without his help, I'm not sure we would have ever discovered on our own. And he was exceptionally skilled in guiding us through difficult discussions. We were able to share scary thoughts, sometimes laughter, and sometimes tears (mostly I cried) as we became closer and more connected to each other, in each session and afterwards. My partner and I also made notes after each session, because we're both nerdy...but more importantly because we knew the information we had learned was gold. After a few months of weekly sessions, Alex told us we had made enough progress that it wasn't necessary to see him weekly anymore. But to instead, use the information we learned and schedule sessions only as needed. Today (almost 2 years later), we haven't had another session and we continue to use the tools and techniques he taught us. We are so much happier from this entire experience. We can communicate better, disagree without fighting, fight without yelling, share our love for each other in ways that the other needs and understands, and receive it in return. If you're on the fence about couples counseling, don't be. With the right therapist like Alex, and a willingness to learn, you can re-understand how to love, connect, and communicate. He is a true professional. Thank you Alex.

Revive Health Therapy has been life-changing. The founders truly live their mission to provide…read morequality mental heath-care to all. The therapists are super compassionate and really know their stuff--they use evidence-based techniques that actually work. I love that they offer a sliding scale, so therapy feels accessible, and they even have telehealth sessions, which makes scheduling so easy.

One of Revive's therapists, Rhani Remedes, is nothing short of remarkable. She was incredibly kind,…read morecompassionate, warm, and skilled in her work with me and a family member. She was even handed, worked with big emotions in the room well and was always strengths oriented. I could not recommend her more strongly for any therapeutic needs. As a mental health professional myself, I can truly say you will be in good hands and will do amazing work in her office. Thank you Rhani!

I've been a client of Elizabeth Dandenell's for years. I couldn't be more grateful to have chosen…read moreher as my therapist. Her therapy skills are superior and she is a straight-shooter. She is also compassionate, with great intuition. Before I met with Elizabeth, I'd worked hard with about a dozen very good therapists to help relieve my anxiety and depression. I also sought to improve my vocational and social struggles. That "pre-Elizabeth" therapy partially helped. The problem was I still had a vague sense something about me or my situation wasn't quite being seen and addressed yet. Then, Elizabeth helped change the course of my life. She raised the possibility that I might have two overlooked diagnoses. If accurate, she theorized, those diagnoses might help identify and explain much of the "invisible" set of challenges I've struggled with over decades. She was 100% accurate. I received both of those diagnoses after several months of testing by hospital clinicians. As a result, I've learned new ways to cope better overall. Specifically: some fast and easy ways to tamp down my overall anxiety - techniques I'd likely never have used without the diagnoses. My self-esteem has greatly improved and I'm more at peace with myself than I've been in a very long time. I've plugged in to community support. Elizabeth is a true gem of a therapist. It's encouraging to know she's available to me and others, in a world where life can sometimes feel so hard.

When I first met Vilma, my world was filled with darkness. I was consumed by self-loathing to the…read moreextreme. I didn't trust anyone in the world, not even my lover. I thought people were selfish narcissists who only cared about themselves when they were cold. But among them, the one I hated the most was myself. During a time when I was trapped in the abyss of self-loathing, unable to move from my bed, I felt the need for help, and I made my first call to Vilma. From that moment on, I have been seeking counseling from Vilma for over two years. She slowly nurtured my heart, as if extracting poison from long-standing wounds. For 15 years, I believed that my struggle stemmed solely from my inability to control myself. I attributed it to my excessive vanity, competitiveness, and narcissistic tendency to prioritize how others perceived me. I thought I couldn't love anyone else and that my preoccupation with myself was the cause of these symptoms. That was the first thing I told her. However, she has spent a long time counseling me and has helped change the way I think. She not only introduced me to various cognitive methods that allowed me to be more compassionate toward myself, but it was more than that. What she taught me was a warm heart. A warm heart that cares for and worries about others. As she listened to my heart, she exemplified how others can become warmer toward one another. Through her, I learned what it means to care for others, and I began to strive to become that way myself. Those experiences gradually helped me realize the message she was trying to tell me. 'I am not a bad person.' Through counseling with her, I was able to recall a trauma from 15 years ago. It was an experience that I could never forget, but one that I had buried deep within the depths of my heart, like the sea. It was a trauma that was so difficult to face that I had pretended it meant nothing at all. I couldn't even label it as a trauma because I couldn't confidently admit that I was a victim. If it weren't for her counseling, I would have carried it within me for a lifetime, as I couldn't even recognize it as a wound. I believed I didn't deserve to. When I confronted the experience that I couldn't share with anyone, she held the hand of my heart, ensuring that I wasn't afraid. She continued to support me until I no longer feared the trauma completely. Now, I no longer think of the world as solely cold. I no longer believe that people only care about themselves. Through her, I have felt and understood that people can be a source of help for one another, and just knowing that has made the world appear more hopeful and brighter to me. Thank you, Vilma. I wanted to express my gratitude properly to you, but my words fall short, and I couldn't express my thanks adequately.

If I could give them less I would. I always get the same receptionist answering the phone. She is…read morerude, unprofessional and should NOT be working with patients that have mental health issues. They always seem to mess up appointments and when asked to transfer to a supervisor she will not do it. I had to call back a few times to get her supervisor's extension and email address as she would not provide the information when requested. And every month we are missing appointments due to scheduling issues or then not writing it down.

Sausal creek helped me when I was at a very low point in my life. I didn't know what was going to…read morehappen or who to turn to. They were helpful and genuinely cared about how I was doing. I'm alive and that wasn't such a sure thing not so long ago.

I recommend anyone and every go to blue oak for affordable well executed therapy by seasoned intern…read moretherapists. Blue Oak has been around for about 25 plus years, and is centered on providing highly skilled therapists for folks that need a sliding scale. I was a therapist there in my internship and am grateful for the experience.

My experience with Blue Oak has been great so far. I started therapy in November 2020. They…read moreaccepted me on their sliding scale rate and it takes a great burden off having affordable therapy. I see my therapist Lirany twice a month via zoom call and she's been so helpful and professional. She saw me through a very pivotal moment for my mental and spiritual health and I cannot be more grateful for her and Blue Oak.

Families, couples, couples with children, individuals; your search is over. Jason is an…read moreextraordinary and gifted being and therapist. He has many special talents but what's important to me is that he knows how to listen. He listens intently and compassionately in order to recognize what is truly the crux of what is challenging and burdening you. His gentle, and compassionate approach makes you feel safe. Best of all he empowers you to be a partner in your own care by helping one recognize that we are all still whole and there are events and circumstances that can derail us from our highest selves. Jason is that guide.

A couple of years ago, my wife and I attended a group couples workshop with Jason and loved it…read more He's insightful and so kind. The session was great and we wanted to do more but couldn't work out the scheduling. I would recommend him without reservation. I saw his name on Yelp and felt like I had to say something about the caring thoughtful therapist.