Tim Desmond, LMFT

My work is informed by over ten years of Buddhist meditation practice under the guidance of Thich Nhat Hanh as well as my study of Nonviolent Communication and Constructivist therapy. All of these traditions have taught me that understanding and acceptance are the path to deep and lasting change.

As a therapist, I see my clients as experts in their own experience and the ones who decide what change they want to make. My role is to help them discover what is keeping them stuck and to help them transform whatever that is. I have found over and over again with my clients that there is a hidden emotional core at the root of each problem, and that change begins as soon as that core is recognized.

I offer therapy, consultation and training in Oakland, CA. I also lead workshops in mindfulness-based practices for personal growth and in Nonviolent Communication.

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I offer a free initial consultation over the phone to discuss your goals and answer any questions you have. I find this helps determine whether we will be a good fit.