Marriage Counselor
Neal Winblad, MFT
Marriage, Family Therapist
780 Main St. Suite #201, Pleasanton, California 94588 | (925) 963-9786
I specialize in 'all things relationship:' especially marriages, using cognitive, psychodynamic, and trauma resolution models.
Marriage Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
When entering a committed relationship we have a desire and expectation for friendship, mutual respect, love and validation. It takes work, it takes courage, it takes support and training to arrive at this ideal.
Marriage Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
At Home or Private Discreet Intensives
Though we are not licensed marriage counselors, Grey Matters International, Inc. provides cutting edge brain optimization and rebalancing technology to better align the minds of partners to reduce conflict, increase hope---for the brain has the final word on change.
Marriage Counselor
Monica Dyer, Psy.D(c)
Psychological Associate
Available for Online Therapy
Discover profound connection in your marriage. I help couples understand each other, heal individual wounds, and foster a closeness like never before.
Marriage Counselor
Erica Valdivia, M.A AMFT
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Available for Online Therapy
Together we will build your marriage toolbox! I work with couples to identify and break unhelpful patterns and cycles. You will learn tools to communicate more effectively, address unhelpful barriers and build bridges towards restoration and foster genuine connection.
Marriage Counselor
Suzanne Greene, JD, MA, LMFT
Psychotherapist, LMFT
Available for Online Therapy
Premarital Therapy is the most requested form of couples therapy in my practice. Addressing issues that often don't develop until after marriage and providing conflict resolution tools to the couple to support healthy communication assists reducing future conflicts.
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The economy in Pleasanton is comprised of many different industries, with Hacienda Business Park being the largest area where these businesses are located. Some of these businesses include Safeway, Thoratec Corporation, Ross Stores, Oracle, Safe Software, CooperVision, Clorox, and many others.1 The city also has one big mall, the Stoneridge Shopping Center, with both national and regional retailers. With the city's increase in population in recent years, so too has the median household income, which now stands at around $114,000 per year. Median housing prices top off at around $832,000. Even though the town is 25 miles east of Oakland, it is easy to get West by taking the BART. It takes around an hour to get from Pleasanton to San Francisco, which includes the stops at each station along the way. Some of the notable people that reside in Pleasanton include John Madden, Rod Woodson, Randy Hahn, announcer for the San Jose Sharks, and actor Christopher Knight.
Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Pleasanton
Alameda County is a melting pot of different peoples, with significant populations of Asian, African-American, and Latino residents. While these ethnic groups have many distinct qualities, domestic violence is something that families experience regardless of their ethnic heritage.2 Divorce is another unfortunate occurrence that couples and families in the Pleasanton area go through. Split families, mixed families, and single-parent households create many new family dynamics that can cause strain in family relationships.
Families that have split up might need guidance and reassurance during such a difficult time. The Catholic Community of Pleasanton offers bi-monthly support groups for spouses who are separated. Workshops for couples who are married but having troubles are also available. For couples just setting out on their journey, classes for engaged couples are offered. Programs are open to all, regardless of religious affiliation. For more information, call 925-600-1765.3
Family Services and Assistance Programs
Alameda County Behavioral Healthcare Services (BHCS) is responsible for oversight of government-based services and assistance for families in the East Bay area. BHCS includes a number of divisions and initiatives that seek to improve family functioning. The Office of Family Relations works to build systems of support for families, including educational and outreach programs regarding common mental health issues. BHCS also provides programs to help youth transition into adulthood. Help with housing and employment is available, as are detox services for those struggling with alcohol or drug dependency.4
References
1. Hacienda Business Park. (2017). About - History. Retrieved from http://www.hacienda.org/about/history.2. Alameda County Public Health Department. (2007). A Profile of Family Violence in Alameda County: A Call For Action. Retrieved from http://www.ndvfri.org/reports/california/California_Alameda_AnnualReport_2007.pdf.
3. Catholic Community of Pleasanton. (2017). Family Support Ministries. Retrieved from http://www.catholicsofpleasanton.org/family_life.html#Divorced.
4. Alameda County Behavioral Healthcare Services. (2008). Home - Behavioral Healthcare Services. Retrieved from http://bhcs.co.alameda.ca.us/.
Pleasanton is located in Alameda County, California. It has a land area of 24.12 square miles and a water area of 0.14 square miles. The population of Pleasanton is 79,510 people with 26,020 households and a median annual income of $124,759. .
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Licensed, professional counseling in Pleasanton is considered widely accessible by the majority of people who live here and budget is often not a concern for mental health treatment. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Pleasanton public health department.