Business Details
12 Years
experience
Experienced Mental Health Therapy for Adults & Couples in Oakland
I am a licensed psychotherapist dedicated to helping adults, adolescents, and intimate partners navigate life's challenges through evidence-based therapy. With over two decades of experience in education, tech, and law, I bring a unique perspective to addressing communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions. My practice focuses on identifying root causes of behavioral patterns through exploration of societal, familial, and personal influences while offering a three-session trial period for new clients to assess therapeutic fit. Specializing in working with high-achieving adults, I help clients re-evaluate values and priorities in relationships and careers while supporting adolescents through identity formation and social navigation.My approach combines direct communication with compassionate listening to help clients process emotions from joy to misery. As faculty at The Wright Institute, I teach courses on intimate partners, sexual and gender development, and older adult issues, maintaining active licenses in California and Colorado. My practice policies and client agreements are transparently available for review, and I supervise associates working toward licensure while maintaining rigorous professional standards through board service with organizations like Gaylesta and the GLBT National Help Center.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Adolescent Counseling
LGBTQIA+ Support
Communication Skills
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- Direct, insight-oriented therapeutic approach with 20+ years of cross-industry experience
- Three-session trial period for therapeutic compatibility assessment
- Specialized training in intimate partner dynamics and sexual/gender development
- Active teaching role at The Wright Institute maintaining clinical excellence
- Proven track record working with diverse clients including LGBTQIA+ communities
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one sessions address anxiety, depression, and life transitions through evidence-based techniques. Clients explore thought patterns and behavioral changes that improve relationships and career outcomes. The three-session trial period allows assessment of therapeutic compatibility while examining root causes of current challenges.
Couples Therapy
Dyadic sessions help partners reconnect through open dialogue about financial stress, intimacy issues, and family dynamics. The approach examines historical relationship patterns while developing practical communication strategies. Sessions focus on rebuilding trust and creating shared visions for future partnership.
Adolescent Counseling
Specialized support for teens aged 14+ navigating identity formation and social challenges. The therapy addresses peer relationships, family dynamics, and self-discovery through developmentally appropriate techniques. Sessions help adolescents build emotional resilience and effective communication skills during critical growth periods.
LGBTQIA+ Support
Affirming therapy services address unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals. The practice maintains active board membership with Gaylesta to ensure culturally competent care. Sessions explore identity development, discrimination impacts, and relationship dynamics within diverse partnership structures.
Communication Skills
Therapeutic interventions improve interpersonal communication through pattern recognition and active listening exercises. Clients learn to express needs effectively while understanding others' perspectives. The approach addresses workplace conflicts, family disputes, and relationship misunderstandings through structured skill-building.
People
Beth Greivel
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
With dual master's degrees in Education and Counseling Psychology, Beth brings 20+ years of cross-industry experience to her Oakland practice. She teaches at The Wright Institute and maintains active licenses in California and Colorado while supervising associates toward licensure.
Lizzie Pfeiffer
Associate Therapist
Working toward licensure under Beth's supervision, Lizzie offers specialized support for diverse client populations. Their practice focuses on contemporary therapeutic approaches while maintaining accessibility for new clients seeking affordable care options.
Maya Hsu
Associate Therapist
Pursuing licensure through Beth's supervision program, Maya combines emerging therapeutic techniques with cultural sensitivity. They maintain active engagement with current therapeutic research while providing accessible care to Oakland's diverse communities.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine psychodynamic exploration of root causes with cognitive-behavioral techniques for pattern modification, tailored to each client's needs through our initial three-session assessment period.
Do you accept insurance?
While not directly accepting insurance, I provide superbill documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Payment is due at time of service through private arrangement.
What are your session rates?
Individual sessions cost $200 and dyadic sessions $250, with session length and frequency determined collaboratively during our initial assessment period.
Are there accessibility accommodations?
My office currently lacks wheelchair accessibility, but I can provide referrals to accessible facilities or discuss telehealth options for clients with mobility needs.
What if you can't help my specific issue?
During our three-session trial, I'll assess whether my expertise aligns with your needs. If not, I'll provide referrals to specialists better suited to address your specific concerns.
