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Top couples therapists in Oakland, CA

Strengthen your relationship with couples therapy in Oakland. Headway connects you with 2,641 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 2 insurance carriers
Jess Piasecki

Jess Piasecki

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Oakland, CA


“I offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform—where we can slow things down and make sense of what's coming up for you.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Genean Jeffery-Johnson

Genean Jeffery-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“I help you slow down enough to notice what's actually happening in your body in the moment things get hard, not just the words being said.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Camille Lendormy

Camille Lendormy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My approach to providing care includes empathetic listening, unconditional positive regard, transparency and radical curiosity.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Nancy Jackson Carlson

Nancy Jackson Carlson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“I love the trust, safety, openness and caring that take place on their own in a psychotherapy relationship that is working.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arthur Kleinberg

Arthur Kleinberg

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Albany, CA


“The work of joining a person in articulating, understanding, and organizing their experience is a wonderful thing.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 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, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Suzanne Algarva

Suzanne Algarva

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“I take a warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth approach, creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Judith Rosenberg

Judith Rosenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Albany, CA


As a mature therapist with more than 35 years of experience, I bring both professional expertise and the wisdom that comes from a lifetime of helping people navigate life's challenges. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.

I believe that every person has the capacity to heal and grow. I work comfortably with people from diverse cultural, spiritual, and socioeconomic backgrounds and strive to create a warm, respectful environment where clients feel safe, heard, and genuinely understood. I love my work and consider it a privilege to walk alongside people as they create healthier, more meaningful lives.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 8 insurance carriers
Brianna Webb Almanza

Brianna Webb Almanza

Therapist

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


“My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in reverence for you and the power of your story. We'll utilize curiosity, practical suggestions, and fearless self-awareness to build self-attunement and tangible change.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Austin Nystrom

Austin Nystrom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I utilize a holistic approach that embraces one's intersections and addresses mental, emotional, and somatic (bodily) experiences.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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
Dr. Daljeet Singh

Dr. Daljeet Singh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Alamo, CA


I am Dr. Singh, a clinician with an MD background, specializing in mental health, committed to providing evidence-based care that supports individuals in achieving their wellness goals and improving overall functioning.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Cabanski-Dunning

Dr. Laura Cabanski-Dunning

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Novato, CA


Are you anxious, troubled, stuck, weighed down? I believe that you have the inner strength and power to live your best life. But it is hard to be hopeful when you feel trapped by old patterns. That’s where our work together begins. I believe that therapy is a collaborative and creative process. My goal is to help you feel better in the present, while finding deeper insight and lasting change for the future. My style is warm, supportive, interactive, and sometimes humorous. I will adapt our work to meet your unique needs and goals. I believe that the relationship we build in therapy is the foundation for healing and change.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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
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 5 insurance carriers
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
Conrad Larkin

Conrad Larkin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Santa Rosa, CA


“During my more than 30 years as a therapist I have found that once an unworkable pattern is revealed and the emotions connected to that are expressed, your authentic self is more available.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christina Zapata

Christina Zapata

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sebastopol, CA


Hola, Soy Christina Zapata, mi pronombre es ella. Hello, I'm Christina Zapata, my pronouns are she and her. I am bilingual (English/Spanish), bi-and pan cultural. My professional training is in clinical social work. I started out in depth-oriented psychotherapy in 2012, moved to family work with foster and adoptive families in the middle part of my career and have returned to psychodynamic, systems-oriented psychotherapy with individuals and families since 2017. I have experience working with Transgender individuals, those in current or former relationships where intimate partner violence is present, foster and adopted youth, and Spanish speaking political and economic refugees and immigrants. I am trained in EMDR. I have undertaken a three year grief training to help people stay connected to, sit with and move through pain. More recently, I am adding to my practice work around supporting individuals who are experiencing stress and confusion in their workplace.

Relationship issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Felton, CA


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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 7 insurance carriers
Leigh Johnson

Leigh Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


You may be seeking support in moving toward a more preferred version of yourself, your life, and your relationships. You may be questioning important facets of your identity, or wondering how to locate and uproot the seeds of painful and complicated emotions. Perhaps you are curious about navigating a different type of relational structure with your loved ones, or you may be feeling stuck with a particular challenge in the way you connect to others. My role as a therapist is to provide support and facilitate insight that will allow you to work toward your personal goals.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
James Smith

James Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“My goal is to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, experiences, and sexual orientations.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Stress management
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Angelus Dupree

Angelus Dupree

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of CRiY Therapeutic Services: Cultivating Resilience in You. I specialize in helping individuals navigate stress, trauma, grief, and emotional challenges using varying approaches that build resilience and leads to lasting change as you journey to renew your mind. I provide support to individuals 13 yrs and up, couples, and families. I also provide support to individuals living with chronic pain including sickle cell anemia, long term disease, and individuals struggling with varying life challenges.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Sadikoff

Melissa Sadikoff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy can make a real difference when clients commit to the process. It isn't easy, but I've seen it help people face challenges, heal, and grow into their best selves.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamra Smith

Tamra Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Tamra Smith. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Sacramento, CA. I have over 20 years of experience in the field of Mental Health Services, especially providing therapy and consultation. My practice name is Path to Wellbeing Therapy Services, and I truly lead each person on a path to their own emotional health and wellbeing.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Vander Zwart

Robert Vander Zwart

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


Robert Troy Vander Zwart obtained his Master's Degree at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and has over 25 years of experience. Prior to beginning in his private practice Troy worked in a variety of clinical settings. Troy's specialty is counseling individuals with symptoms of depression and anxiety and who have experienced trauma. He also has a passion for couples counseling, marriage and pre-marriage counseling, and family therapy.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Aaron Carter

Aaron Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive environment to ensure my clients feel comfortable expressing themselves.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
We Sun Park

We Sun Park

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm a licensed therapist who is passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges with confidence and self-compassion. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, and life transitions. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative, and I tailor therapy to each person's unique needs. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 10 insurance carriers
Emin Issaghoulian

Emin Issaghoulian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe my greatest strength is in the connections I build with my clients, making you feel heard, seen and empowered.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kory Doyle

Kory Doyle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My specialty is working with LGBT+ adults and couples. Issues I have worked with in the past include same-sex couples' dynamics, self-acceptance, the coming-out process, and gender transition.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Claire Garland

Claire Garland

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome. I'm a licensed psychotherapist dedicated to supporting people who are going through a tough life transition, whether it’s a diagnosis, relationship loss, other loss, or it’s you who have changed. You may be stressed, burnt out, depressed, anxious, and/or traumatized by what you are going through and carrying. You don’t have to do this alone. You can find your spark again. I have specialized training in somatic psychotherapy and evidence-based mindfulness therapies. As a person living with T1D, I love working with others in the diabetes community, and I understand the mental load and energy it takes, every single day.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff Shore

Jeff Shore

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a variety of theoretical approaches, from Somatic Experiencing to IFS, but all rely on nonjudgmental listening, acceptance, and empathy.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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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, CA

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.

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