Ariella Leaffer (she/ her)

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Accepting Clients

My work is informed by the belief that relationships, including the relationship with the right therapist, are healing.

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Oakland, CA
Supervised by Elizabeth Tong, #49742

About My Clients

I work with adults in individual and couples/ marital therapy. Many people start therapy when they are struggling with feelings of loneliness, frustration, anxiety, or disconnection from their partner. Others come because they are feeling frustrated that no matter how hard they try to change, they keep repeating the same patterns.

My Background and Approach

Therapy is an interactive process where we address current problems and examine underlying causes. I provide a space to explore new ways of relating and help you gain insight and self-knowledge. With time, I see clients make lasting changes in their lives and heal from interpersonal wounds. My specialties include couples and marital therapy, as well as individual psychotherapy for adults. My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct, drawing from my psychoanalytic training and integrating trauma-informed practices like Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic interventions, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and mindfulness.

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At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English

Info

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1624 Franklin Street
Oakland, CA 94612

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