
Laura MatthewsClinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
6239 College Avenue
Oakland, CA 94618
About
Are you feeling stuck or unmotivated? Does every decision feel overwhelming to you? Feeling lonely or isolated? In these modern and disconnected times it’s not uncommon to feel… just not right even in the absence of a major life stressor. Many people enter therapy when it’s hard to even put a finger on what’s wrong but you know you haven’t been feeling right. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, depression, adjusting to life transitions and new medical diagnosis.I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity & warmth. I believe that through exploration comes greater understanding of ourselves & others. With this new I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity & warmth. I believe that through exploration comes greater understanding of ourselves & others. With this new perspective, we can choose how to react more purposefully to life’s challenges. I understand people and their problems using a psychodynamic lens.
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Shield
- Carelon
- Magellan