About

The most important story you will ever write is your own. Every chapter of your life is an intrinsic part of the one of a kind story of you. Everyone has a unique experience that is to be validated and acknowledged. Every person is the author of their life and deserves to write a fulfilling masterpiece. Sometimes the narrative is not clear. Factors such as stress, unexpected changes, relationship or career disruptions, or moments requiring important decisions can lead us to think our present circumstances as permanent. Yet each moment presents choices that shape the quality of our lives. Often, when feeling overwhelmed, support from an objective and empathetic perspective can help a person find greater clarity and insight to deal directly with a particular life challenge. My passion is to help women and families navigate transitions and/or overcome challenges impacting quality of life. My work is solutions oriented and focused on (1) women struggling with adjustments to sudden or milestone life changes, (2) families raising children with ADHD needing support in resolving concerns and strengthening positive relationships at home, and (3) family therapy for adult children and parents experiencing inter-generational cultural dissonance, especially connected to life transitions.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Gender

Female

Client Focus

  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship Issues
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing

Modality

  • Couples
  • Family
  • Individuals

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare

Education

  • Golden Gate University, San Francisco, Master's in Psychology

Languages

  • English

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 106H00000X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Code: 101YP2500X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Professional

Credentials

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

Licenses

Name License Number State
Marriage & Family Therapist 129514 Verify CA
Marriage & Family Therapist 5000358 Verify MA
Counselor 14937 Verify CA

Practice Locations

2120 Contra Costa Blvd # 1172

Pleasant Hill, CA 94523-3742

Phone Number: (323) 705-4410

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Don L. Mathews

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Evan A. Russell

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Joanne D. Marzioli

Master of Arts (MA)
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Diana E. Smith

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Katherine Walker

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