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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Counseling in Oakland
Earth Circles Counseling Center has been a trusted presence in the Oakland community for over 25 years, dedicated to providing compassionate and transformative mental health services. Our team includes licensed marriage and family therapists (MFTs) and registered MFT interns, all trained in cutting-edge therapeutic methodologies tailored to individual needs. We serve a diverse clienteleincluding individuals, couples, families, and groupsregardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.Our mission emphasizes empowering clients to overcome challenges through personalized approaches like EMDR, somatic therapy, and mindfulness. With flexible scheduling and a sliding fee scale, we ensure accessibility while maintaining a commitment to ethical, client-centered care. Our counselors bring extensive experience in addressing issues such as trauma, anxiety, relationship conflicts, and life transitions, fostering healing through a blend of clinical expertise and empathetic support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Play Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in community mental health.
- Our team includes licensed therapists and registered interns.
- We offer flexible appointment scheduling for busy lifestyles.
- We provide a wide fee range to accommodate financial needs.
- We welcome clients of all backgrounds and orientations.
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space to address personal challenges like trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem. Using tailored approaches such as mindfulness and EMDR, we help clients develop coping strategies and foster self-awareness. This service supports adults, children, and adolescents seeking growth through one-on-one support.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening emotional bonds. Our therapists use evidence-based methods to address trust issues, life transitions, and recurring arguments. This service is designed for partners seeking to rebuild connection and navigate challenges collaboratively.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact. This structured therapy uses bilateral stimulation to reframe negative beliefs, particularly effective for PTSD, childhood trauma, and anxiety disorders. Sessions are led by certified EMDR practitioners.
Group Therapy
Group therapy offers peer support for shared experiences like grief, addiction, or cultural identity challenges. Facilitated by experienced therapists, these sessions promote connection, accountability, and collective healing in a confidential setting. Groups meet weekly or biweekly based on specific themes.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT addresses negative thought patterns and behaviors linked to depression, anxiety, and stress. Through goal-oriented sessions, clients learn practical skills to challenge distortions and develop healthier habits. This short-term therapy is effective for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.
People
Yvonne Beyer
Executive Director
Yvonne Beyer, MA, LMFT #36544, leads Earth Circles with expertise in transpersonal and body-oriented therapy. She specializes in EMDR and mindfulness-based approaches, guiding clients toward self-discovery and lasting change through holistic healing practices.
Cassandra Swayzer
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Cassandra Swayzer, AMFT #152385, offers compassionate care for individuals, couples, and families. Her personable approach creates a safe space to navigate emotions and relationships, emphasizing empathy and resilience-building in therapy sessions.
Kenichi Takahashi
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Kenichi Takahashi, MA, LMFT #53903, integrates body-mind healing to address psychological wounds. He helps clients uncover emotions tied to past experiences, fostering integration and positive transformation through culturally sensitive therapeutic techniques.
Iman Awad
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Iman Awad, APCC #19475, brings a bilingual (Arabic/English) perspective to counseling. As a first-generation American and legally blind individual, she offers unique insights into cultural and identity-related challenges in therapy.
Chong-You Lin
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Chong-You Lin, MA, LMFT #85905, focuses on building authentic therapeutic relationships. He emphasizes self-awareness and empowerment, helping clients align their lives with personal values through supportive, nonjudgmental counseling.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy using techniques like EMDR, CBT, and somatic therapy to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Do you offer sliding-scale fees?
Yes, we provide a flexible fee range to support clients experiencing financial hardships.
Are your counselors licensed?
Our team includes licensed MFTs, LPCCs, and registered interns under professional supervision.
Do you serve diverse communities?
Yes, we welcome clients of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations.
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