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Therapy with Couples, Individuals & Families


Licensed Clinical Psychologist
PSY 15376


Welcome to my web site. First, a quick confession. Long before I became a psychologist, I would rather have walked on hot coals than walked the long hallway to a therapist's office. I was a newspaper reporter then, and skeptical about the value of therapy. More personally, the idea of discussing sensitive matters with a total stranger unnerved me. Obviously some things have changed. Now I am a psychologist with a private practice in El Cerrito, CA, a few miles north of Berkeley.

But I think a lot of people aren't so different than I was, approaching therapy with some fear and reservations. Even though hundreds of studies suggest that by and large therapy "works," actually calling a therapist can take courage. I hope this site helps demystify therapy, gives you a sense of how I work, and provides ideas about what to ask a therapist if you do make the call.

Here's a tour of the site:

F.A.Q. About Therapy

If you are looking for a therapist and want the latest on “what works” in therapy.

 
About My Practice
Resumé
Happy Couples Project

These pages describe how I work, my professional background, and current projects.

What is Narrative Therapy?

I practice something called “Narrative Therapy,” an approach that assists people to separate from the effects of problems, and helps bring forth the abilities, skills and solutions people already possess.

The Useful Links Page

Click above to learn more about Narrative Therapy, about therapy in general, or to find a therapist in your area.

419 Kearney St.,

El Cerrito, CA 94530

(510) 433-7477

jim@jimsparksphd.com


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