My journey with Psychology studies started in Brazil, my home country, and continued throughout the years as I relocated to Ireland and later, to the United States. I’ve been exposed to many different schools of thought during my academic experiences and I’ve landed in an integrative way of approaching therapy that encompasses both abstract constructs and very concrete bodily manifestations of our psyche.

I am passionate about the encounters of people from different cultures and ethnicities, what we share in common, how we differ, and how we respond to these requests. I appreciate supporting clients who are going through acculturation processes (due to immigration, first/second generation, etc) and partnering in their path of learning how to be a heterogeneous person who holds values and beliefs from different origins.

I have worked in many different settings such as school-based services, older adults clinic, pro-bono clinic, non-profit agencies, and private practice, offering group, individual, and couple’s therapy.

I am curious about hard-to-answer questions, ultimate concerns of life (i.e., death, freedom, existential isolation, and meaninglessness) and I believe in finding creative ways - and inviting creativity - to sustain the challenging task that is to live. I found in Existential/Humanistic approaches a language that speaks to my core as a therapist and a way to meet people where they’re at. I am also very influenced by Gestalt therapy and other somatic approaches, holding a holistic point of view. Considering all those influences, in the therapy room, I aim to provide a non-judgmental and safe environment where people get to express themselves as they are in the moment. I'm here to be with you through challenging and disruptive seasons.

• Graduated from IBMR, BA in Psychology, Brazil
• Completed Licensure process and became a licensed Psychotherapist in Brazil, in 2017
• Former Member of the Psychological Society of Ireland
• MA in Counseling Psychology from the Wright Institute, Berkeley, CA
• Pre-Licensed member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and East Bay CAMFT

How to begin therapy? There is not one single way to go about it. Identifying and giving space to what is going on inside you or between you and your partner in a safe space will be the beginning of a journey towards change. When you’re ready for it, please contact me.

I support California residents online through video sessions, and in person in Berkeley, CA. I work with couples, adolescents, and individual adults in all stages of life.

I believe each psychotherapy process is unique and I work in a collaborative way, integrating a variety of strategies that feel supportive to the person at each moment. I believe in community and finding resources that go beyond the therapy sessions. That being said, my work and availability extend to important family members, psychiatrists, teachers, and whoever is fundamental to your life. Sessions are held either in English or in Portuguese.

My practice is open to all and I support clients going through challenges such as: relational conflicts, depression and loss, anxieties, pre-marital concerns, identity and role transition, professional transitions, grief, overall longing for meaning, and immigration - among others.

Please contact me for current fees and availability.
Need a sliding scale fee? Let’s chat! I reserve slots for clients who are going through financial hardships. And if my practice is full, I’d be happy to refer you to affordable services.

Still have a few questions? Reach out by phone or email. I will get back to you within 48 hours.

+1 510 859 7635

contact@cassianaperesluize.com