Education:

  • M.A. Integral Counseling Psychology-California Institute of Integral Studies (2017)

  • B.A. Philosophy and Religion- San Francisco State University (2009)

  • Additional Training and Certifications:

    • Certified in Tamura Method: Psycho-energetic Touch with Wynn Tamura

    • Certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Attachment-Based Interventions for Couples in Crisis

    • Somatic Experiencing Training with Peter Levine

    • Love Made Simple: Somatic Couples Therapy Training

    • Suicide Prevention and Intervention Skill Building Training

    • Trauma Stabilization in Treatment of Eating Disorders Training

About

Hi. My name is Teri Sachiko Swanberg, but you can call me “Sachi”. I was born and raised in California, but moved to San Francisco in 2005.  I practiced there for several years, but now have an office in Lafayette where I see clients in person or by video. As a biracial individual, I care deeply for inviting the influences that one's culture, diversity, and lineage impacts their lived experience. I also believe in the power of nurturing and healing both the body and mind in tandem.

Additionally, my previous career endeavors include a background in graphic design and in child care. This has helped to influence my time with clients by creating an environment that invites creative expression and nurturing one's inner child.

I strives to create a warm and safe environment in which individuals can explore themselves, heal from old and new wounds, and develop into the person they want to be by getting in touch with their true self. You can expect me to come from a place of curiosity and care, with an invitation for authenticity and accountability. I also offer supportive touch to help clients with body trauma and PTSD.

Experience:

  • Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with Center for Mindful Psychotherapy

  • Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with The Couples Center

  • Practicum at Golden Gate Integral Counseling Center