Elena Chieffo, MA, LMFT
Life offers us opportunities for growth, healing and self-discovery. I offer a compassionate and supportive environment utilizing a strength based approach. A vital part of my work is to support you in exploring your inner resources and innate wisdom while cultivating practices that will deepen a greater sense of well-being. May it be long term objectives or short term goals, my intention is to provide practical tools and guidance moving towards insight, self-acceptance, healthier relationships and deeper connections. I welcome individuals, couples and families of any gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and spiritual beliefs.
I use an integrative and relational approach to tailor treatments that meet the unique needs of each individual. I specialize in transpersonal and somatic therapy in treating the whole-person. Some areas of focus include life transitions, PTSD, relationship issues, couples/marital counseling, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, anger management, substance abuse, spirituality, identity exploration, parenting issues, blended families, co-parenting and divorce.
As a therapist I bring my education, training, professional experience, a diverse career background and my personal life experiences. I hold a deep commitment to my own healing and inner growth and believe in the healing potential of psychotherapy and counseling.
Education/Training
California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA
Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology
California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA
Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration on Cross-Cultural Perspectives, Psychology and Expressive Arts
Sonoma State University Extended Education, Cotati, CA
2-year Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Certification
Hatha Yoga Teacher Training, Santa Rosa, CA
200-hour Yoga Alliance National Certification
Acupressure Massage Institute, Berkeley, CA
600-hour Certification in Acupressure Massage with a focus on Stress Management, Emotional Balancing and Women’s Health Issues.
Memberships
- CAMFT
- ReCAMFT
- Psychology Today
- Linkedin
Payments Accepted
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License:80368
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Life Transitions
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Addiction
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Adolescents
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Marriage Counseling
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Anxiety and Panic
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Premarital Counseling
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Body Image Issues
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Relationship Issues
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Caregiver Issues
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Couples
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Stress Management
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Depression
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Trauma and PTSD
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Divorce
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Women's Issues
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Grief and Loss
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Work and Career Issues
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Licenses/Certifications
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
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Psychotherapy (MA)
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