Jaime Nisenbaum, Ph. D

At Jaime Nisenbaum, Ph. D., our experienced therapist will work closely with you to address a wide range of issues, helping you overcome obstacles and improve your overall well-being. As a licensed psychologist, I have over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, with a specialization in treating clients dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, addictions, relationship issues, anger management, life transitions, and grief and loss. I have a strong background in clinical psychology, having received my doctorate degree from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, CA, and am a Registered Expressive Arts Therapist.

My Approach

My approach is centered around creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment, where you feel comfortable expressing yourself and exploring your thoughts and emotions. I am trained in various therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic, humanistic/existential, cognitive-behavioral, and depth psychology. My training and experience have equipped me to work with individuals of all ages, as well as couples, addressing a wide range of issues and challenges.

Services Offered

At Jaime Nisenbaum, Ph. D., we offer individual and couples therapy services, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual or couple. Our therapy sessions are designed to help you overcome life's challenges, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and improve your overall well-being.

Individual Therapy

In individual therapy, we address a range of issues, including:

• Depression and depressive symptoms: irritability, fatigue, lack of motivation, diminished interest in pleasurable activities, weight loss or weight gain
• Mood instability: mood swings, rapid cycling mood states
• Anxiety symptoms: general anxiety, social anxiety (dating, public speaking), PTSD and trauma (early childhood and recent traumatic events)
• Substance Abuse and Addictions: alcohol, nicotine, legal and illegal drugs, internet, shopping, pornography, etc.
• Stress Management: learn effective stress relief techniques such as relaxation and mindfulness
• Anger Management: tracking and stopping destructive patterns of interactions and replacing them with productive communication
• Grief and Loss: loss of loved ones, losses imparted by illness
• Life transitions: career changes, retirement, divorce, moving
• Personal and Spiritual Growth: deepening personal growth, seeking to renew spiritual or religious values

Couples' Therapy (EFT) and Parenting

In couples therapy, we focus on improving communication skills and dialogue, increasing intimacy and connection, managing and repairing conflict, and addressing financial issues. My work in couple's therapy is guided by the work of the Gottman Institute and Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), providing both language and techniques to help couples identify and understand their stuck places and shift from destructive patterns of interaction.

Professional Memberships

As a licensed psychologist, I am proud to be a member of several professional organizations, including the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association, American Psychological Association, Marin County Psychological Association, California Psychological Association, Association of Family Therapists of Northern California, Alameda County Psychological Association, International Center for Excellence in Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Northern California Center for Emotionally-Focused Therapy.