Counseling in El Cerrito, CA. Find the Right Therapist.

People come to me for a number of reasons that all point to one encompassing desire: change. Regardless of what specifically brings you to therapy, I will support and guide you in changing the things that you want and need to live a more authentic and meaningful life.

With ease, humor, and direct feedback, I can help Black executive men find mental clarity, balanced emotions, and psychological well-being.

I work with clients who find it difficult to put themselves first in life and relationships. It may feel easier to care for others than for oneself. Anxiety and/or depression often result. My approach is warm, goal-directed and informed by current theory and research.

I provide compassionate therapy for change, helping people move from merely surviving to thriving. Beginning therapy can be intimidating for some people so I work hard to help clients feel safe and comfortable while we work together to overcome challenges.

I am a relational therapist and I strongly believe in the capacity of the therapeutic relationship to bring about lasting change. I am deeply engaged in the therapeutic process, as I believe it is in this space that is created by me and my client that healing happens.

I know how hard it can be to ask for help. I provide a safe and comfortable environment for you to come in and share what is troubling you. I will work collaboratively with you to help you achieve your goals, utilizing psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapies.

I'm a licensed therapist helping professionals in San Francisco solve immediate problems while addressing core issues so that patterns don't repeat. Call or email today for a free 15 minute consult.

I’ve been seeing people for close to 30 years across a broad range of settings and clientele. I’m kind, thoughtful and direct when warranted. I build trust by being honest and respectful and I work hard to help people truly get unstuck and create a new sense of self.

I am passionate about helping others live their fullest life. I believe in the innate ability we each hold for healing, growth and awakening. While I create a safe, potent space for self discovery, we are the collaborators on your journey to Wholeness.

Life is too short. Learn how to drop those old patterns that keep you stuck, and learn new ones that make you and the ones you love feel that life is worth living! Ask me for a FREE Consultation so that you can decide if I'm the right therapist for you.

Are you fulfilled by your relationships as you deserve to be? I specialize in online relationship counseling for LGBTQ and hetero clients. By examining your life and relationships with a counselor you can increase your capacity for happiness and success.

I help couples and families feel closer and more connected. Everyone can struggle with feeling they are not heard or understood from time to time. You can have the close relationship you've always longed for.

My name is Myra Bernecker and for the last 16 years, I have helped many children and adults feel more connected in their relationships and happier in their lives. I want to help you too. Call me today 415-354-4241.