Ayelet Krieger

Therapy for poly couples, parent coaching for kids with ADHD, counseling for grief, family therapy Reaching out for therapy can feel tender or even a little daunting. If you’re considering booking a free 30-minute introductory session, know that many people come in feeling unsure about what to say or how to prepare. You’re not alone in that. First and foremost, this meeting is a conversation . My intention is for it to feel natural, human, and grounded—not like an interview. At the same time,...

Grief is part of the lived, human experience and reminds us of what matters most to us. Let's strive to build a respectful relationship with it—one where grief is given space to exist, and we are given space to live. Grief doesn’t move in a straight line. It doesn’t show up only when it’s convenient, and it doesn’t resolve itself simply because time passes. For many people, grief weaves itself quietly into daily life—appearing in passing thoughts, body sensations, memories, or sudden waves of...

Even if the conflict patterns you have with your partner(s) feels redundant, repetitive, and stuck, there are many steps you can take to break the cycle. Couples therapist in Oakland CA will help you think about your relationship cycles in a new way.