Talya van den Berg

My communication style

My style is direct, fluid, and kind. I follow where the session takes us rather than a strict structure, drawing from different modalities depending on what we're exploring. I work well with clients curious about the science behind thinking, executive processing, and how the brain works.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to understanding human behavior and chose social work for its flexibility. I spent many rewarding years in medical social work and hospice care before circling back to therapy. A client once told me our conversations helped more than her previous therapist, and I knew I was ready.

My goals for you

I help you explore what you need to work on each session. Depending on the issues you bring, I draw from CBT, ACT, IFS, or person-centered therapy to find tools, coping mechanisms, and perspectives that help you think about or cope with challenges in new ways.

Our first session

We'll get to know each other and explore if our communication style works for you. We start where you want to start. I'll ask about what brings you to therapy, and we'll discuss what we'll work on and how often to meet.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Agnostic, Jewish