Counseling in El Sobrante, CA. Find the Right Therapist.

At Aspire Therapy, we strive to help you to be your best self. We recognize the power of accomplishment, the need for support and time for reflection and planning to follow your dreams.

My passion is to help people reach their highest potential. To focus on strengths. I have been a therapist for over 22 years. I work on the faulty beliefs and messages one gives themselves that holds them hostage to their anxiety, depression and poor relationships.

I understand the apprehension in seeking therapy and counseling. I also understand the importance of obtaining therapy in a safe and non-judgmental environment. There are times when we all face a need to seek counsel and professional therapy with someone who is able to

Choosing to get help isn't easy for some. Truth is, life throws us curve balls. While we are normally able to handle these ups and downs of life, sometimes we could use some unbiased compassionate support. It doesn't mean we are weak, it means we are human!

Perhaps you have had an unstable, confusing childhood that you’re still coming to terms with. Maybe you are grappling with circumstances that are draining and out of your control. Your circumstances have affected you, but they do not have to dictate your future.

I have 20+ years of experience in successfully treating depression, anxiety, relationship problems, addictions, and more. My counseling style is affirming, compassionate and highly directive. If you are ready and motivated to make positive changes, I can help!

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a holistic experiential counselor, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.

We get it – trauma can be stubborn, affecting everything from our body to our relationships. Refuse to let the haunting of your past control your present or dictate your future. Let's kickstart your journey to healing and growth, one defiant and sassy step at a time!

Dr. DeFraine received her degrees from Harvard and Vanderbilt. She is warm, intelligent, kind, and incredibly effective.

I feel very lucky. My clients invite me into their lives, often sharing personal and sometimes painful experiences. Despite the concerns the individuals, couples, and families face, I am grateful to offer support, hope, and I am impressed by their courage.

I believe the "fit", or connection, is crucial for successful therapy. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental setting which fosters clarity and insight and creates the conditions for growth and healing. I use a flexible interpersonal and developmental approach.