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LCSW Therapists Available in Hayward

This page is for people in Hayward looking for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who provides therapy online to clients in California. Use this directory to compare clinicians by specialization, therapy approaches, language, and whether they work with adults, teens, couples, or families. A California license covers the whole state, so a therapist’s physical city is not a barrier. Read each profile to see training, areas of focus, and how they describe their work so you can decide who might be a good match for your needs before reaching out.

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  1. 1. Marlo Lewis, LCSW

    8 years in practice · English · Female

    Licensed LCSW helping clients build emotional wellbeing

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Self esteem · Career · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Motivational Interviewing · Psychodynamic Therapy

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  2. 2. Dr. Cheryl Mims, LCSW

    40 years in practice · English · Female

    Steady support for anxiety, grief, and mood concerns

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Bipolar · Depression · Relationship

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

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  3. 3. Robyn Peace, LCSW

    11 years in practice · English · Female

    LCSW specializing in trauma and parenting

    Works with Trauma and abuse · Parenting

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  4. 4. Shemeram 'Shari' Lachin, LCSW

    7 years in practice · English · Female

    Affirming LCSW focused on lasting change

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression

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  5. 5. Eugene Yamamoto, LCSW

    30 years in practice · English · Male

    California LCSW for stress and life changes

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes · Coaching

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy

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  6. 6. Patricia Riley, LCSW

    20 years in practice · English · Female

    California LCSW supporting relationships and life changes

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Parenting · Depression

    Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing

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  7. 7. Nicole Valadao, LCSW

    10 years in practice · English · Female

    California LCSW focused on stress and LGBTQ+ care

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Career · Depression · Compassion fatigue

    Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy · Motivational Interviewing

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  8. 8. Dr. David Sommers, LCSW

    40 years in practice · English · Male

    California LCSW with 40 years experience

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Depression · Addictions · Relationship · Family

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy

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  9. 9. Deneta Jones-Udefi, LCSW

    13 years in practice · English · Female

    California LCSW for relationships and coaching

    Works with Relationship · Parenting · Self esteem · Coaching · Compassion fatigue

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  10. 10. Cynthia Rumford-Jones, LCSW

    22 years in practice · English · Female

    Compassionate LCSW for life transitions

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Anger · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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  11. 11. Claudia Santiago, LCSW

    12 years in practice · English, Spanish · Female

    California LCSW supporting complex emotional challenges

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Gottman Method

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  12. 12. Alejandro Holguin, LCSW

    13 years in practice · English · Male

    Compassionate, evidence-based support for lasting emotional balance

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Anger · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy

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  13. 13. Sophia Dyer, LCSW

    5 years in practice · English · Female

    Support for anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Self esteem · Depression

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  14. 14. Christopher Lum, LCSW

    15 years in practice · English · Male

    Works with Addictions · Grief · Depression · Coping with life changes · Compassion fatigue

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  15. 15. Mark Saverino, LCSW

    35 years in practice · English · Male

    Experienced California LCSW helping with stress and grief

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Anger · Self esteem · Depression

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About clinical social worker therapy for people in Hayward

Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in California and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in California regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Hayward can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.

989 therapists match this page, all of whom name clinical social worker among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.

What to compare

  • Credential. LMFT, LCSW and LPCC are different training routes to the same licensed practice. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
  • Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
  • What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
  • Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
  • Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.

How online sessions work

Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.

Therapy in Hayward

Hayward has a population of about 162,954. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.

Common questions

Can an LCSW listed here legally provide therapy to me in Hayward?

Yes. If an LCSW has a current California license, they may provide online therapy to clients in Hayward. Licensure is handled by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences and authorizes practice across the state. Confirm the therapist’s license status and any practice details directly on their profile before booking a session.

What types of issues do LCSWs typically treat compared to other therapists?

LCSWs often focus on clinical assessment, psychotherapy, and connecting clients with community resources. They commonly treat depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Many also have training in systems- and community-based approaches. Check individual profiles for specific specialisms, therapeutic modalities, and populations served to see if they match your needs.

How should I compare LCSW profiles to decide who to contact first?

Look at stated areas of focus, therapeutic approaches, and populations served, such as adults, adolescents, or families. Note languages offered and any cultural or identity-related experience. Read how they describe their clinical style and contact options. Use that information to make a shortlist and reach out to ask about fit, approach, and any practical questions you have.

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