What a first therapy session feels like
A first visit is a conversation about what should change, and about fees, before anyone books again.
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Therapy that moves at a pace you can keep.
I see people in Oakland, CA. Visits can be in person or by video.
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Reach out
Send a short note or call. Leave health details out of the form.
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First visit
The visit is a conversation about what should change, and about fees.
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Next step
Another visit is booked only after that conversation.
Who I help
I see people for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
I see people in Oakland, CA. Visits can be in person or by video.
Anxiety
Worry that crowds out the rest of the week.
Depression
A low mood that makes ordinary days feel heavy.
Trauma
Old experiences that still shape how today feels.
Relationships
Patterns between people that keep repeating.
Services
Each visit is one of these. The choice is explained before booking.
Meet Shay Monroe, LMFT
Book with Shay
Meet Shay Monroe, LMFT
I see people in Oakland, CA for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
I keep the first conversation simple. Fees and timing are explained before anyone books.
Fees
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Individual therapy is $150 per session. Couples therapy is $175 per session.
$150Individual Per Session
$175Couples Per Session
Insurance
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1
Reach out
Send a short note or call. Leave health details out of the form.
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First visit
The visit is a conversation about what should change, and about fees.
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Request a first visitNext step
Another visit is booked only after that conversation.
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Oakland, CA
1200 Broadway. Monday to Thursday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Video visits are available.
Oakland, CA
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Rated 5 stars on Google
The first conversation about anxiety and depression felt clear and unhurried.
Jane D.The visit ended with a clear next step.
Marcus T.Fees were explained before anyone booked.
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How couples therapy gets started
Two people can begin with one visit and leave knowing the next step.
When family sessions help
A family visit makes room for the people who share daily life.
How does someone get started?
Send a short note. The office replies with times.
What happens at the first visit?
The visit is a conversation about what should change, and whether to continue.
How does someone ask about fees?
Ask before booking. The office explains the rate and whether insurance is billed.
Send a note
(555) 010-0198
hello@oakland-practice.test