Rate Ulumma Joseph

Taking the steps to seek therapy can be a challenge, especially when facing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, suicidality, panic attacks, and various life stressors. It is my mission to create a safe space for clients to heal and grow and encourage personal freedom. I have over 12 years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Prior to beginning my private practice in 2019, I spent 9 years working with Kaiser Permanente's Psychiatry Department. While at Kaiser, I was fortunate to work with a diverse population of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, ethnicities, religions, and various backgrounds.

Since opening my private practice, I have focused my work on helping individual adults experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression as well as general life stressors, including unresolved traumas. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, and Mindfulness therapy. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which I really enjoy utilizing when necessary. I do not believe that one therapy is right for everyone. I believe in an integrative approach that is client-centered, providing interventions and skills that draw from each of these modalities to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals in the timeliest and most effective manner possible.

I believe each person who comes into therapy has unique experiences, knowledge, strengths, and needs. I believe in gaining and providing insight to draw from each of those areas in a way that allows clients to feel seen, heard, and validated in an authentic relationship. I know that time is valuable, and I aim to share as much knowledge, insights, and coping strategies as possible to assist clients in their journey to feeling and living a better life.