The motto of San Pablo is the “City of New Directions,” and was named for the grant that helped start the town in memory of Francisco Maria Castro. The city’s landmark – the Alvarado Adobe – was built by Castro’s son for his mother. Currently, the economic backbone of San Pablo is the Casino San Pablo, which is operated by the Pomo Indians.
Living close to a casino may be good for the city’s economy but it can be terrible for those with gambling addictions. In fact, thousands of people have lost their jobs, homes, and relationships due to these addictions. If you or someone you know may have a gambling addiction or any other mental health disorder, talk to one of the devoted counselors in San Pablo who are waiting to help you right now.

Monica Englander
I'm an LCSW with 20 years experience in counseling individuals, couples, families and groups. I specialize in issues of Self Esteem, and healing our own sense of being able to manage our lives, our relationships, and our feelings in positive and effective ways. I'm also very familiar with Corporate and EAP counseling, and supervising Interns who are working towards their license. My clients come from all backgrounds and life experiences, all kinds of careers, and often, clients who themselves work in the helping professions, from therapists to doctors and nurses, to teachers and caregivers. I'm respectful of culture, self-identity, and of beliefs: who you are and what has meaning for you are crucially important, and to the degree that these things are valued by you, the are valued by me. I believe in the dignity and human rights of all people. My counseling style is inquisitive and interactive -- I want to know what you need to tell me. I want to know what is causing your life to be anything less than pleasant, safe, and manageable. I want you to be okay, to feel okay, and to be confident in yourself and in your choices: I want you to feel safe, and that it is good to be you. Most of my clients present with some degree of past trauma, or injury to their sense of being worthy and needed -- there are wounds in all of us, whether we consider them minor or overwhelming. Life is not easy, and if we are carrying unhealed wounds, every setback, every disappointment can re-trigger those pains of the past. I find that once the major wound of how we see ourselves is healed -- when we see ourselves as someone we like and accept -- someone we trust --- then the rest of life's problems are much easier and quicker to resolve. Thanks for taking the time to read about how I can work with you. Not every therapist is a good fit for every client. I hope you've seen here something that clicks, that makes sense, and that feels safe and good to you. I'm very communicative, and I'll always want to know how you feel, what you think, and what you want. Your needs need to get met. I hope that I can help you do exactly that. I'm wishing you all the best, now and always. I believe all that it takes is a little help for us to find our way. I'm looking forward to meeting you soon.

Heather Rink-Rosas
I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My theoretical orientation can be described as eclectic, using techniques from various models of therapy as deemed appropriate with the current treatment and client. I utilize most from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as I assist clients in exploring and expressing thoughts, feelings/emotions, and behaviors in an attempt to identify maladaptive patterns contributing to distress. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Chevonna Gaylor
I am licensed in California with 21 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Heather Foster
I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Jeremiah Buenrostro
Hello, and welcome to this journey of self-discovery and growth! My name is Jeremiah Buenrostro, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I want to commend you for taking this courageous step—it shows your commitment to building a more fulfilling life. My approach to therapy is holistic and client-centered, focusing on mind, body, and spirit to promote well-being and self-understanding. I tailor treatment to meet each person’s unique needs, helping you work toward long-term healing and personal goals. In our sessions, I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you explore how your thoughts and feelings influence your actions, while building practical coping skills. I also incorporate Problem-Solving and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help you draw on your strengths and find solutions. My style is a good fit for adults facing challenges with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, self-esteem, or substance use. My communication style is calm, flexible, and responsive to non-verbal cues, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore freely. I believe in a collaborative partnership, empowering you to take an active role in your healing process. Having faced mental health and substance use challenges myself, I know how powerful it can be to overcome barriers and create positive change. My work is deeply meaningful to me, and it’s a privilege to support others through their own journeys. Together, we’ll set goals that feel right for you, breaking them down into manageable steps, identifying potential challenges, and celebrating your progress along the way. Our first session will focus on getting to know each other, exploring what brought you to therapy, and setting expectations for our work together. I look forward to supporting you on this path.

Karen Weeks
I am licensed in California with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Dario Ortega
My name is Dario, a licensed psychotherapist and owner of Elevate Mental Health in California with 9 years of professional work experience in mental health care and in various settings. I have experience in helping clients with depression, anxiety, mood instability, relationship issues, family conflict, trauma, life stressors, job/career burnout. I strongly believe that you are the expert of your story, and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey, because it's the small steps in the journey that matters. Take a leap of faith, and become your best version.

Susan Bump
I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. My areas of expertise are stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, motivation, self esteem, coping, and life transitions. I work with my clients in an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seek more satisfaction and fulfillment in life takes courage; and I am here to support you in your process.

Kendra Malley
I am licensed in California with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship/family conflicts, coping with grief, coping with loss, coping with chronic illness, coping with infertility and coping with foster care/adoption issues. I also have experience working with coping with life changes/transitions. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Chanell Nealon
I am licensed in California with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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Types of therapists available to clients in San Pablo
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in San Pablo that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in San Pablo available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. San Pablo therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, San Pablo therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the San Pablo region and in the state of California.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in San Pablo can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in San Pablo may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.