Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Center in San Leandro
At Matters of the Heart Counseling Centers, we specialize in integrative therapy approaches tailored to individual, couples, and family needs. Our team of licensed professionals employs evidence-based practices, including play therapy for children and NeuroStar TMS for depression treatment, to foster mental wellness. With expertise in navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, and trauma recovery, we create collaborative spaces for clients to develop coping strategies and achieve measurable personal growth.Our clinicians combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, offering both in-person and virtual sessions to accommodate diverse client preferences. We prioritize therapist-client compatibility, ensuring personalized treatment plans that address unique emotional and psychological needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
TMS Depression Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized therapy for children, teens, and adults using evidence-based methods
- Our team includes bilingual clinicians for Spanish-English language accessibility
- We provide NeuroStar TMS therapy for treatment-resistant depression
- Clinicians maintain expertise in trauma recovery and family systems approaches
- Flexible session formats available including virtual and in-person appointments
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions equip clients with tools to manage life challenges through personalized treatment plans. Therapists address emotional regulation, relationship improvement, and trauma recovery while fostering personal growth. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy builds stronger relationships through improved communication and conflict resolution techniques. Our therapists help partners deepen intimacy, rebuild trust, and navigate differences using structured therapeutic approaches. Sessions focus on creating mutual understanding and strengthening emotional connections.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses relationship dynamics and conflict resolution within family units. Our clinicians help families improve communication patterns, manage crises, and strengthen bonds. Treatment addresses intergenerational patterns and promotes healthier family interactions through evidence-based interventions.
Play Therapy
Play therapy helps children aged 5-12 express emotions and develop coping skills through therapeutic play activities. This approach addresses behavioral issues, trauma recovery, and emotional regulation challenges. Sessions typically last 30-50 minutes with weekly appointments recommended for optimal progress.
TMS Depression Treatment
NeuroStar TMS therapy offers non-invasive depression treatment using magnetic stimulation for brain mood regulation. This FDA-approved treatment provides alternative relief for medication-resistant depression. Sessions last 19-37 minutes daily over 4-6 weeks with no anesthesia required and immediate return to normal activities.
People
Valerie Doyle
Founder & President
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in trauma recovery and mental wellness. Provides both in-person and virtual sessions using integrative therapeutic approaches for individual and couples counseling.
Kali Rowson
Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering comprehensive mental health services. Specializes in trauma-informed care and evidence-based practices for clients seeking personal growth and emotional healing.
Lynnel Wells
Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing therapeutic support for individuals and families. Focuses on creating safe spaces for clients to explore emotional challenges and develop coping strategies.
Dr. Kimberly Whitaker
Relationship Coach
Doctoral-level relationship specialist offering coaching services for couples and individuals. Provides both in-person and virtual sessions to improve relationship dynamics and personal development.
Rachel DaCosta
Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in diverse therapeutic approaches. Offers both in-person and virtual counseling sessions for clients seeking mental health support and personal growth.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, play therapy for children, and NeuroStar TMS treatment for depression.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, most of our clinicians provide both virtual and in-person therapy sessions to accommodate client preferences.
What is NeuroStar TMS therapy?
NeuroStar TMS is a non-invasive depression treatment using magnetic pulses to stimulate brain mood regulation centers. It's FDA-approved for medication-resistant depression.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes licensed marriage and family therapists, clinical social workers, and board-certified psychiatrists with specialized training.
Do you accept insurance for TMS therapy?
Most commercial insurance plans and Medicare cover NeuroStar TMS therapy for depression treatment when medically indicated.
