About Me

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I have been a therapist since 2004 and have worked with men, women, and children of diverse cultures and backgrounds.  Before becoming an MFT, I was a research specialist in a University of Wisconsin-Madison lab and an autism specialist in Wisconsin, British Columbia, and California.

I hold the values of acceptance, responsibility, and hope within my work. I support you to feel successful during therapy and help you seek change and leave unhealthy patterns behind.

I take a holistic approach to wellness and relationships because you cannot have a healthy mind without a healthy body and environment.  Everything is connected.  My focus is on your personal and relational goals, but factors such as diet, exercise, intellect, and community are also important to consider. 

My greatest asset is my flexible style.  I let you choose the pace and progression of your counseling.  I am able to guide and support you at your comfort level while having a plan for the big picture ready for you when appropriate.  I am able to be both gently accepting when you are feeling vulnerable and assertively motivating when it is time to act.

OFFICE HOURS - MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY BOTH DAYTIME AND EVENINGS
Michael Schimek, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - MFC 50766
445 Bellevue Ave. Suite 203, Oakland, CA 94610
510.423.1593      michaelschimekmft@gmail.com
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