Psychotherapist, Physician, and Integrative Health Specialist in Corte Madera, CA
Exceptional Whole-Person Care for Emotional, Relational, and Health-Related Challenges
Support for Adults, Children, Teens, and Parents
I work with adults, teens, children, and parents who are looking for thoughtful support with emotional, relational, and health-related challenges.
My background as both a physician and psychotherapist allows me to bring a broad perspective to care, especially when stress, family dynamics, medical concerns, or life transitions are affecting well-being.
Common Reasons People Reach Out
Adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, or major life transitions
Teens dealing with emotional stress, identity questions, school pressure, or family conflict
Children who may be struggling with behavior, emotional regulation, anxiety, or adjustment
Individuals or families affected by chronic illness, pain, medical stress, or complex health concerns
Parents who want help understanding and supporting their child’s emotional or behavioral needs
Services Rooted in Medicine, Psychotherapy, and Whole-Person Care
I offer several services for people seeking thoughtful support with emotional, relational, and health-related concerns.
I also offer professional consultation for psychotherapists and physicians seeking case consultations or career guidance.
My work combines decades of experience as a physician, integrative medicine specialist, chronic pain specialist, and licensed psychotherapist.
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Psychotherapy for adults, teens, children, and families navigating anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, life transitions, and the emotional impact of health issues.
Common areas of support include:
Anxiety and stress
Relationship concerns
Family conflict
Life transitions
Parenting concerns
Chronic illness and medical stress
Emotional regulation
Grief, adjustment, and uncertainty
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Consultations for people seeking a broader understanding of health concerns, chronic symptoms, stress, pain, or the connection between physical and emotional well-being.
Common areas of support include:
Chronic illness
Pain and stress-related symptoms
Pediatric and family health concerns
Complex or unresolved health questions
Mind-body health concerns
Lifestyle and wellness support
Integrative approaches to care
What Integrative Medicine means to me:
The Integrative Medicine model considers the health of an individual in the context of a variety of factors that influence our health and how we approach taking care of ourselves. These factors include things like the food we eat, our physical environment, the coping skills we learn, physical activities/capabilities, our social and family relationships and supports, and others. Any treatment recommendations are made in the service of mutually agreed upon goals and are evidence-informed - guided by evidence for efficacy as well as safety. Generally, more attention is paid to gaps in current care or approaches to health goals where there is higher need or higher likelihood of benefit and that are consistent with individual and/or family preferences. This may mean recommendations for traditional medical consultations or treatments, or non-traditional approaches or providers. Collaboration with other providers is often sought and always welcomed.
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Who is this for:
Parents of children with chronic or complex conditions
Adolescents and young adults taking ownership of their healthcare
Adults coordinating multiple providers or specialists
Anyone who feels lost, dismissed, or overwhelmed by the system
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Psychotherapists:
For support working with patients with chronic pain
For clinicians aligned with psychodynamic models such as Control-Mastery Theory
For clinicians interested in the application of mind-body strategies, including mindfulness, biofeedback, clinical hypnosis, and others
Pediatricians - I offer consultations for individuals or groups on topics such as:
What is integrative medicine and how to I make it part of my practice?
How do I manage chronic pain patients who remain stuck?
How do I help patients and families navigate the world of psychotherapy options available?
Start With a Conversation
Please reach out to ask about availability and schedule a free 15-minute consultation. This brief call gives you a chance to share what you are looking for, ask questions, and see whether his approach feels like the right fit.
In-person appointments are available in Corte Madera, with telehealth available when appropriate.
About Dr. Becker
I am both a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) and a licensed physician (MD), with more than 25 years of experience at UCSF.
My work is shaped by a whole-person view of care. I recognize that emotional well-being, physical health, relationships, family context, coping skills, and life circumstances are frequently connected.
This perspective grew out of my background in primary care pediatrics, integrative medicine, chronic pain care, and psychotherapy. Today, my private practice brings these experiences together to support adults, children, teens, and parents navigating concerns that do not always fit neatly into one category.
My approach is thoughtful and collaborative, with care guided by each person’s goals, needs, and preferences.
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Physician
Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Medical Specialties
MD and MPH, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Pediatric Residency Training, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine
MA in Clinical Psychology, The Wright Institute
Psychotherapy Internship, San Francisco Psychotherapy Research Group
Additional psychotherapy training in ACT, CBT, Child-centered play therapy, mindfulness.
UCSF Teaching Scholars Program
More than 25 years of experience at UCSF
Start With a Conversation
Use the form to ask about availability or schedule a free 15-minute consultation for individual psychotherapy or integrative health consultations.
Please include a brief note about what you are looking for and whether you prefer in-person care in Corte Madera or telehealth when appropriate.
Phone: (415) 295-9390
Address:
2 Fifer Ave, Suite 200
Corte Madera, CA 94925