Petaluma Counseling Center

For over 15 years, The Petaluma Counseling Center has provided high-quality psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, and families. Our team of experienced therapists is dedicated to helping people of all ages and backgrounds overcome life's challenges and achieve their personal and relational goals.

Our Therapists

Our team consists of caring, sensitive, professional, and warm therapists who are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for their clients. We believe that the most effective therapy is one that is grounded in a strong connection between the therapist and the client. Our therapists are trained in a variety of approaches to therapy, allowing them to tailor a treatment plan that meets the unique needs of each client.

Our Services

We offer a range of services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. Our services include:

Individual Therapy: A one-on-one therapy experience where our therapists work with clients to identify and address their unique challenges and goals.

Couples Therapy: A therapy experience designed to help couples of all ages and backgrounds strengthen their relationship and build a stronger, more fulfilling bond.

Support for Families: Our therapists work with families to overcome the unique challenges that impact their relationships and daily lives.

Group Therapy: A group therapy experience where clients with similar concerns come together to share their experiences and support one another in their personal and relational growth.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy: A therapy approach that helps clients manage emotions, regulate behaviors, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Trauma/EMDR: A therapy approach that focuses on helping clients heal from traumatic experiences and manage symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Approaches to Therapy

We believe in the power of various approaches to therapy, including:

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: A therapy approach that explores the unconscious patterns and experiences that shape our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: A therapy approach that helps clients identify and challenge distorted or unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy: A therapy approach that combines aspects of cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness and acceptance techniques to help clients manage emotions and behaviors.

Gottman Approach: A research-based approach to couples therapy that focuses on building intimacy, managing conflict, and fostering a stronger, more loving relationship.

Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy: A therapy approach that explores how our early relationships shape our expectations and behaviors in relationships.

Our Therapists

Jill Silverman, MA, LMFT: Director of the Petaluma Counseling Center, Jill has over 25 years of experience in private practice and has worked with clients from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. She is trained in a range of approaches to therapy, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical behavior therapy. Jill is known for her compassion, warmth, and sense of humor, and has helped countless clients resolve trauma, build stronger relationships, and achieve personal growth.

Alexis Crissey, M.A.: A licensed marriage and family therapist, Alexis brings a compassionate, collaborative, and creative approach to working with clients. She has experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues. Alexis integrates in-depth, relational approaches to therapy with short-term, practical approaches to form a comprehensive and flexible treatment tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.

Meet Our Therapists

Our therapists are passionate about their work and are dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals. They welcome individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life and are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for their clients.

Contact Us

To learn more about our services or schedule an appointment, please contact us at (707) 782-1222 or jill@petalumacounseling.com.