Finn Sonder

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Oakland, California, with training in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies. My work is grounded in the belief that healing unfolds through deep, consistent, and attuned relationships. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space to explore the systems, experiences, and patterns that shape your inner world. Whether you are navigating feelings of pain, doubt, disconnection, numbness, or frustration, I am here to support you in bringing steady, compassionate attention to what matters most. I work with individuals on a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and identity exploration.

My approach is relational, depth-oriented, and integrative, drawing on psychodynamic and attachment-based frameworks, Gestalt therapy, and a commitment to cultural humility and social justice. I believe that insight and transformation emerge naturally when you feel genuinely seen and supported over time. Rather than simply managing symptoms, our work together explores the deeper roots of your experience, making space for lasting, meaningful change. I tailor each therapeutic relationship to your unique needs, honoring your whole self.

Our first session is a chance to get to know each other and explore what has brought you to therapy. I will listen carefully and make sure you feel at ease. My goal is for you to leave with a sense of being genuinely heard and a clearer picture of how we might work together. I look forward to seeing if we are a good fit.