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Our Counselors

We have both licensed marriage and family therapists (MFT) as well as registered interns. Our counselors are skilled in the most current therapeutic methods. We serve families, individuals, children and couples. Earth Circles welcomes all races, ethnicities, religions, genders and sexual orientations. We tailor your counseling to your needs, with many approaches to healing. Our counselors provide a wide fee range.

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By trusting your inner wisdom, you can heal old beliefs and negative thoughts that keep you stuck and unable to go forward in your life. As we embark upon the journey of your healing, I will be there to assist and guide you in co-creating your life's goals and dreams. In facilitating your process, I use various modalities, such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), focusing, meditation and other body based therapies. My training is transpersonal and body-oriented, which means that I believe one way in "coming home" to yourself is through the inner wisdom of your own body. Please let me assist you in making lasting changes so that you, too, might enjoy more meaningful relationships with yourself and others, and find your inner peace.
 

contact: (510) 601-0132

email: yvonneb@earthcircles.me

Yvonne Beyer MA, LMFT #36544 

Executive Director

Staff and Interns

Shannon Kelly

Shannon Kelly

MFT Trainee

In today's fast-paced world, feeling overwhelmed and disconnected is common. I provide a nurturing, judgment-free sanctuary where you can explore your innermost thoughts, emotions, and aspirations. Together, we will unlock your innate strengths, cultivate valuable coping strategies, and work towards a more enriching life. This collaborative process empowers you, equipping you with the tools to make positive, lasting changes in your life.

Tyeshia Brown

Tyeshia Brown

MFT Trainee

I value and use my knowledge of cultural competence and the understanding of cultural diversity and cultural sensitivity in my work. My goal is to give individuals a space to safely process, heal, and work through the challenges that life brings, without judgement.

Chris Belmondo

Chris Belmondo

LMFT #126933

I believe in creating and holding a safe, empathic space for people to be able to share their experiences, ask questions, and get validation for their feelings, as well as learning skills that can lead to a better quality of life.

Bridget McQueen

Bridget McQueen

MFT Trainee

Healing and gaining insight to overcome your challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming. However, therapy can also be a relaxing, rewarding, and an uplifting journey. Together, we can transform old beliefs and patterns that hold you back.

Iman Awad

Iman Awad

MFT Trainee

Salam, I am Iman Awad, a bilingual Clinical Counselor Trainee with a unique blend of Arabic heritage and the American experience. As a first-generation American and someone who is legally blind, I bring a rich perspective to counseling.

Elisabeth Lhoest

Elisabeth Lhoest

AMFT #146631

I base my work on my belief in people's innate and inner capacities to overcome ordeals and to grow, as well as on my belief in the power of a genuine and caring relationship.

Sara Moss

Sara Moss

AMFT #141374

For the last 17 years, I've had the opportunity to work across a variety of verticals which all had a through line of supporting others during their journey. I recognize that not all individuals take in information the same or heal in the same way.

Walker Bardsley

Walker Bardsley

MFT Trainee

At some point we all struggle in life; it's normal to feel stuck and I trust that people have what it takes to adjust. I believe everyone deserves a safe, secure space that is free of judgment and is welcoming. Together we will explore the parts of yourself that seem harder to navigate and over time, we can develop a new understanding of the internal walls that keep you stuck and hold you back from growth.

Cassandra Swayzer

Cassandra Swayzer

MFT Trainee

My name is Cassandra. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee. I would describe my therapeutic approach as personable, caring, compassionate, and empathetic.

Kenichi Takahashi

Kenichi Takahashi

MA, LMFT

#53903

Both body and mind remember negative experiences that occurred in the past. I will assist you to activate your innate ability to heal your psychological wounds. As we explore your experiences, I will also assist you to discover your emotions and beliefs behind the experience. While building resources to reinforce a new positive pattern, you will gradually integrate and transform old patterns of body and mind.

Erin Carnahan

Erin Carnahan

LPCC #9075

I offer a person-centered and integrative approach to therapy, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, family systems and feminist theory, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Marie Barrett

Marie Barrett

AMFT #138302, APCC #13539

In my work, I am informed by, epigenetic, inter-generational, mind/body, trauma-responsive ideals with a deep commitment to the concept of decolonizing therapy. I work alongside clients from diverse intersectional identities, backgrounds, and locations, respecting and integrating their unique cultural perspectives and experiences.

Shang Heping

Shang Heping

Associate MFT

We come into this world to experience, grow and enjoy a good life. We all experience suffering and difficult times, which can lead us to distorted interpretations about self, others, and how to understand our experiences. Yet, we all have instincts, drives and the right to pursue our own happiness.

Stephen Bidwell

Stephen Bidwell

MFT Trainee

I believe that each person's story is unique and holds the key to understanding their experiences, challenges, and strengths. Often, we forget we are the authors of our own stories, and the stories we tell ourselves limit our potential to lead healthy and balanced lives. By working collaboratively with clients, I aim to help them re-author their stories in ways that empower and bring about meaningful change, while honoring their unique voices.

Sai Dandapani

Sai Dandapani

MFT Trainee

Our society and its needs are quite ungrounding to us as people. My therapeutic style deals with what we can do to get you back to a grounded state. We shall explore you and your life together as we uncover its needs, better understand it, see what we can learn from it and incorporate its teachings into your life.

Ana Real

Ana Real

MFT Trainee

As a Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) trainee at Earth Circles, I utilize a life design approach to empower individuals, families, couples, and children to create meaningful lives. My therapeutic style blends Narrative Therapy, EMDR, CBT, and art therapy, focusing on narrativity, adaptability, and intentionality.

Jean Donabedian

Jean Donabedian

AMFT #136493 /
APCC #12916

I am an Associate MFT/PCC who believes in creating a safe and welcoming space for all. There are a variety of challenges that we face in our lives. I believe that therapy is a place where we can work collaboratively in order to find the roots of these challenges and work to better oneself and meet therapeutic/personal goals all without judgment.

Chong-You Lin

Chong-You Lin

MA, LMFT

#85905

An authentic and empathic relationship is the basic foundation for people to develop their full potential in psychotherapy. I encourage my clients to increase their awareness in a supportive environment, and then unfold their authentic self while increasing their freedom to choose.

Lindsay Benson

Lindsay Benson

PCC Trainee

I am a PCC trainee dedicated to providing a humanistic and person-centered approach to
therapy. My focus is on creating a compassionate and supportive environment where clients can
explore their experiences and foster personal growth. Currently attending Saybrook University, I
draw on various therapeutic principles, emphasizing empathy and client empowerment.

Julie Ware

Julie Ware

MFT Trainee

Rooted in a person-centered philosophy and guided by humanistic principles, my counseling approach provides tailored support, encouraging clients to explore their authentic selves and nurture personal growth.

Victoria Westbrook

Victoria Westbrook

MFT Trainee

My name is Victoria Westbrook. I am completing a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Palo Alto University. For many of us, admitting we need help is difficult.  I like to meet clients where they are and tailor my approach based on their specific needs and circumstances.

Heather Watkins

Heather Watkins

AMFT #101404

I consider you the expert and believe strongly in your innate intelligence and self-healing capacity. My aim is to provide a safe space in which you feel free to express openly, reflect upon the self, unearth the roots of personal pain, shift negative patterns, and adopt positive lifestyle practices.

Amy Huntley

Amy Huntley

MFT Trainee

My name is Amy, and I enjoy working with a variety of client populations. My approach to therapy is to provide a warm and welcoming environment, in which you can explore your own wants and needs for treatment.

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