Family Therapist
in Lafayette, CA
Online Therapy, Throughout California
Therapy for teens, children, parents, families, and couples. Guiding individuals and families toward more satisfying and healthy relationships.
Do you ever feel like yours is the only family that has to deal with these intense power struggles that ramp up at dinner? At bedtime? Or in the store?
Maybe you are not sure if the conflict between you and your partner is harming the kids or caused by the kids.
There might just be too much yelling in the house.
Let’s start working on this today, so you can…
ENJOY BEING A FAMILY AGAIN!
Improving relationships, one session at a time.
Improving relationships, one session at a time.
As a family therapist who is an expert in parenting, teen, and child therapy, I have helped hundreds of parents just like you, to break free from the cycle of worry and self-doubt, to develop healthy communication skills and positive parenting techniques, and to reclaim a joyful and loving family dynamic. Therapy from an independent provider with 25 years of experience is the better help you deserve.
Even though their behavior may suggest otherwise, teens and children really do WANT to please their parents. More effective parenting is possible through building skill with attuned listening, positive parenting strategies, self-awareness, boundary setting, and assertive communication.
Bring Me Your Biggest Challenge!
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Julie Weigel, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Orinda, Oakland, Contra Costa County, San Francisco Bay Area and online throughout California.. Specializing in parenting therapy that increases parental effectiveness through positive parenting techniques and healthy communication.
Sessions are available online
in the evenings (including weekends).
Call today for a free 30 minute consultation.
Over the past 25 years, I have worked in community child and adolescent mental health, in a clinic, in schools, and in the community. Through this varied and extensive experience with complex emotional and behavioral issues, I have developed expertise in helping distressed teens, children, and their families.
In addition to my role as a community mental health clinician, I have taught parenting at a community mental health clinic, through adult education, and to divorcing families at a private organization called Kids’ Turn.
The skills and strategies I use also draw on my foundation of training in drama therapy and the arts.
Over the years, I have developed a passion for parenting therapy, as I realized the powerful change that was possible through collaboration with parents.
Parenting Therapy
You are losing sleep over this…The disrespect! If you don’t get a handle on it now, you worry about their future. Parenting a teenager can feel like navigating a storm – overwhelming, unpredictable, and isolating. You might be worried about constant arguments, your teen’s mood swings, safety, sex, the internet, academic struggles, or social pressures.
Perhaps you want a better connection with your teen, or to help them manage their emotions and anxiety. You don’t have to face this alone. I will make sure you have tools and practice, so you can feel confident as a parent, strengthen your connection with your teen, and guide them toward their goals.
Reclaiming a loving relationship with your child (whether they are 2 or 22) is just around the corner. I will help you master effective parenting techniques for teens or younger children that will allow you both to succeed.
Learn More About Parenting Therapy
Services
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Family therapy helps improve communication between family members, making it easier to express feelings and resolve conflicts. In this supportive environment, families can learn to work together to overcome challenges and strengthen their bonds. Engaging in family therapy fosters understanding and respect, leading to healthier relationships within the family.
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Teen therapy helps with issues like anxiety and depression by building self-awareness, self-esteem, assertive communication skills, coping strategies and emotional support. It helps improve communication skills and strengthen relationships with peers and family.
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Child therapy can help children express feelings and learn to regulate their emotions better. It is a safe space to identify and practice communicating things and to learn how to handle tough situations. Play therapy allows children to express feelings, thoughts, and needs they have trouble putting into words.
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Couples counseling is a form of therapy designed to help partners improve their relationship through better communication and conflict resolution. It aims to strengthen emotional connections, rebuild trust, and address negative behavior patterns.
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Divorce therapy helps individuals and families process the emotional pain and stress of a separation, providing tools to navigate the challenges of this major life transition. It supports clients in improving communication, managing conflicts, and fostering healthy co-parenting relationships when children are involved. Additionally, it aids individuals in rebuilding self-esteem, rediscovering their identity, and creating a positive path forward after divorce.
“Julie Weigel has the extraordinary capacity to meet people where they are and engage them in therapeutic play, allowing uncensored expression of their feelings/emotions in a safe and supportive environment. She is an exceptionally creative and empathetic therapist!”
Hear What Colleagues Have to Say About Julie Weigel, LMFT
“Julie brings heart and presence into the healing space
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“Julie looks at you and understands...she treasures the individual while having good knowledge of larger systems — you couldn’t ask for a more thoughtful, insightful therapist...
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“I have had the opportunity to work with Julie by way of co-facilitating groups and consulting with her. Julie has an amazing ability to absorb human interactions and translate them into a metaphor, movement, and play in a way that illuminates the deeper meaning of them. She has an ability to listen to what is not yet said and bring it to the surface in a safe and accepting manner. Her intuition and experience with modes of communication other than spoken language allow her to help clients access unfamiliar aspects of themselves and gain new perspectives. I would entrust her with any of my clients and know they are in safe hands.”
“I am a Licensed Psychologist with over thirty years of experience providing services to children, adolescents and families. I have also been involved in the training and supervision of child, adolescent and family therapists for this same timeframe. Julie Weigel MFT is one of the most gifted child and adolescent psychotherapists I have known. She is compassionate, caring and persistently positive. Finally she is incredibly creative and integrates drama, role playing, humor and fun into her approach in a unique way. I recommend her without hesitation.
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“Julie is exceptionally skilled and provides meaningful support to children and their families. Her approach is extremely positive and children respond to her bright smile and warm demeanor.”