She/Her/Hers
Psychologist, PsyDThis therapist is currently not accepting new clients. Find available California therapists on Zencare.
Dr. Brooke Van Oosbree is a psychologist based in Walnut Creek. She works with adults in all stages of life and has a particular knack for helping people move past fear and learn to embrace uncertainty. Many of Dr. Van Oosbree’s clients are facing a crossroads when they begin therapy - embarking on parenthood, rethinking career choices; both craving and dreading a change. In addition, she has extensive experience in treating different types of anxiety including phobias, panic, and OCD.
Dr. Van Oosbree integrates aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Existential, Feminist, and Compassion-focused practices to help her clients strike a balance between striving for change and embracing what is.
Dr. Van Oosbree’s style is one of warmth, ease, and compassion. She brings authenticity, non-judgement and gentle humor to her work. Dr. Van Oosbree welcomes and affirms people from all backgrounds and identities into her practice.
Dr. Van Oosbree earned her master’s and doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University in Oregon. Her graduate research focused on the impact of gender roles on mental health. She has experience in community mental health, university counseling, substance use treatment, and emergency department consultation.
Pregnancy, perinatal, postpartum mental health - Addressing issues specific to people and families during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including postpartum depression and anxiety
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder); excessive concern about illness and health (health anxiety)
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) - Reducing unwanted intrusive thoughts and rituals by gradually building comfort and confidence facing difficult fears, thoughts, and emotions
Phobias & fears - Providing techniques and support to overcome intense fear, anxiety, and panic related to specific triggers, such as heights or crowded spaces
Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman
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Years of Experience: 9 years
SF Stress & Anxiety Center, Psychologist, 2017 - 2020
Kaiser Oakland Psychiatry Department, Psychologist, 2015 - 2017
Kaiser Oakland Psychiatry Department, Post-doctoral Psychology Resident, 2014 - 2015
University of San Francisco Counseling & Psychological Services, Pre-doctoral Psychology Intern, 2013 - 2014
Pacific University, PsyD - Clinical Psychology, 2014
Pacific University, MS - Clinical Psychology, 2011
California: PSY27730
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