Lara Clayman (she/her)

LCS 26495
Accepting Clients

I am a relational psychotherapist in Oakland. I specialize in providing virtual psychodynamic psychotherapy to first generation adults.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oakland, CA

About My Clients

My clients struggle like you do. Despite being intelligent, hard-working, successful people, life is hard. When they first come in, they may be overwhelmed and stressed. They think if they just work harder, life will feel under control. Despite feedback that they are capable and valued, they beat themselves up over mistakes. Being so dependable can leave them feeling exhausted and alone and like they are failing at their relationships.

My Background and Approach

I practice relational, psychodynamic psychotherapy and draw from multiple frameworks when thinking about you and what you are going through. I respect and care about my clients. My style is collaborative, curious and direct. As a social worker, my philosophy is strengths-based and holistic, acknowledging the complex ways in which we are shaped by our families, culture, social norms and countless other systemic forces. I believe we are shaped by the interplay between our own innate temperament and personality (what we are born with) and the environment (our surroundings).

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

All people have the right to mental health, as mental wellbeing is essential for individuals and societies to be physically and spiritually whole. Like my clients, you deserve to feel calm and at ease. More satisfying relationships and self-acceptance is not out of your reach. If you want to find balance and joy in your day to day life, I’d love to help you get there.

I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Atheism
  • Baha'i
  • Buddhism
  • Christianity
  • Judaism
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 19 years of practice
  • Languages: Español
  • Rate: $175/session

Info

Email Lara
4100 Redwood Road
20A-727
Oakland, CA 94619

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