Alicia Johnson, PsyD

Welcome to my practice! I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Oakland, California who works with both individuals and couples. I am specialized in treating experiences which include but are not limited to: trauma, depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, relationship issues, school/career challenges, family conflict, parenting, burnout, identity development, discrimination, cultural adjustment, life transitions, and existential distress. As a Black, Queer, bicultural, first-generation clinician, I am particularly passionate about serving clients of color, children of immigrants, and the LGBTQ+ community. My approach to therapy can be described as warm, supportive, and insight-oriented. It is also trauma-informed, Psychodynamic, and rooted in principles of Healing Justice. I aim to empower my clients by helping them build bridges between the past and the present, using the therapy relationship as a means of understanding internal patterns, and what may be keeping those patterns in place. This, in turn, leads to deeper self-awareness, paving the way for growth and the possibility of new ways of being and relating to the world. In my work with clients, I take into account the whole person and their potential for growth, helping them to get in touch with their own inner wisdom in order to move towards change. I hold my clients in the context of their individual identities, and I consider the impact that intergenerational trauma as well as racism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination can have on mental health and development. My goal is to support clients in finding their voice, taking ownership of their stories, and standing more confidently in their own personal power. Through therapy, I hope to guide you in the process of building greater self-understanding and self-compassion, and in developing ways of thinking, feeling, and relating that are more authentic and aligned. This can put you on the path towards becoming more fully yourself, living in a more joyful, integrated way, and feeling empowered to live the life that you dream of. If you are ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out to me by phone or via the client portal link above to schedule an initial consultation.