Bio

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and hold an MA from the California Institute of Integral Studies. I am also a graduate of the Hakomi Institute of California and have an extensive background in massage therapy.

In addition to working with people who have illness, pain and trauma, I also counsel individuals, couples and teenagers who grapple with a variety of issues or who wish to use therapy as an avenue for personal growth and fulfillment. My wholistic approach to healing draws on my experience of the body and mind as a dynamic integrated system in constant relationship with its environment. As a therapist I am non-judgmental of your views, lifestyle and dreams and work to provide a safe space in which you might grow and expand your experience of life.

I work with you to make choices that are empowering and healthy, and aid you in developing a greater sense of aliveness, fulfillment and joy. Therapy is supportive, dynamic, challenging and often times fun.

I encourage you to call or email me for a free consultation. I look forward to serving you on your healing path.

Thank you,
Erika Gimbel, MFT

License & Affiliations
Marriage and Family Therapist #48004

Education
Masters of Somatic Counseling Psychology – 2006
California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA

Additional Certifications
Comprehensive Training in Hakomi Method, 2006
Hakomi Institute of California, San Francisco, CA
Three years experience assisting in Hakomi trainings for the Hakomi Institute of California.

Teacher for Mindful Schools
Teacher of Brainworks for PD Active
Northern California Group Psychotherapy Society
Radical Honesty with Kindness workshops, trainer

Additional Background:

  • New York State Licensed Massage Therapist
  • Nationally Certified Massage Therapist
  • Lotus Palm School certified Thai Yoga Massage