About Onward Leading
We call our therapy practice Onward Leading because it is about helping you move forward. Our inspiration comes from our journey where we discovered that there are many different ways get unstuck and to develop inner peace. The work we do integrates techniques from many different traditions. Through these, you will encounter unconscious drives, motivations, emotions, and narratives that shape your behavior and decision making. By opening to these parts of yourself and healing from past traumas and difficulties, there can be a deep release that creates a new foundation for living.
Overcome past trauma with our various therapeutic techniques.
Overcome challenges as a couple and foster healing.
Overcome PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and OCD.
DBT, IFS, ACT, DBT, CBT, Mindful Self-Compassion, and More.
Our Team
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Hi, I’m Jeffrey, LCSW and my approach is all about going straight to the core of the struggles and dilemmas you are facing in an experiential way, so that you can learn to overcome the patterns that keep you feeling stuck. This goes beyond talk therapy to truly witnessing your inner most self. This process fosters lasting change.
I have developed skill as a therapist over many years learning specialized approaches such as EMDR, IFS, and Mindful Self Compassion and then developing a system to combine them in a way that has helped my clients to see the results they are seeking.
I also offer alternative approaches for those who are interested such as Buddhist Therapy, Ketamine Therapy and energy healing work.
I am an EMDRIA approved EMDR Consultant and have co-developed a Parts Informed EMDR protocol that is being offered as a workshop and in consultation groups for other therapists.
I serve clients in and around the Bay Area, California and throughout the state via Telehealth as well as North Carolina.
I will work with you to develop a treatment plan based on your goals and concerns. It is my honor and mission to help my clients move past what’s blocking them from reaching their full potential individually and in their relationships.
I offer additional wellness services as a life coach through Menla Healing East Bay.
Therapist
Hi, I’m Araceli Pimentel, and I specialize in helping people navigate relationship issues. Whether you’re feeling stuck in a cycle of conflict, longing for deeper connections, or facing personal challenges, I’m here to offer a guiding hand on your journey toward healing and connection. With a warm, empathetic approach, I create a safe, supportive space where individuals and couples can explore their feelings, communicate more effectively, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
I work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, people-pleasing, and marital or pre-marital concerns. My clients often tell me that I’m down-to-earth, easy to talk to, and that they feel comfortable opening up without fear of judgment.
My approach is holistic and focuses on psychodynamic, humanistic, and somatic orientations. I use a variety of methods tailored to fit your unique needs, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, and Emotion Focused Couples Therapy. I’m trained in culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices to help you feel safe, supported, and truly seen.
I strive to build a trusting relationship so you feel comfortable healing at your own pace. Together, we’ll determine which issues to tackle and which approaches will work best for you. I look forward to supporting you on your journey toward growth and transformation!
Our Values
With our approach and caring environment, our therapy services go way beyond “talk.”
Our staff work to create a caring and environment to help address your issues.
In-person appointments available in the Bay Area and we also do telehealth.
We combine traditional therapies with spiritual-based approaches.
Our therapies help you build your confidence and self-compassion.
Most importantly, we want our therapies to help you heal and move on, no matter what’s happened.
We are a dedicated team inspired to help you on your path to recovery, no matter what help you need. We are one of the top-rated therapy teams for Oakland, the Bay Area, and beyond.
FAQs
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Oakland DBT, EMDR, ACT, and IFS Therapist Offering Psychedelic and Buddhist-Based Therapy Options. In-Person Appointments & Telehealth Available.
445 Belleuve Ave. Suite 6A
Oakland, CA 94611
Offering: EMDR, ACT, DBT, IFS, and Other Therapeutic Services
Jeffrey Gianelli, LCSW – Onward Leading, 445 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
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