Loyal Blue Counseling

Here is a little introduction from Anna herself☺️☀️:

Hi, I’m Anna!

I’m so excited to join the Loyal Blue team.

I’ve always been drawn to understanding people, the stories we tell ourselves and others, and how they shape our realities. I’m naturally curious and enjoy getting to know people from all walks of life.

I became a therapist and social worker because it’s deeply meaningful for me to connect with others and support them in ways that feel real and lasting, helping them connect with who they are and live more fully as themselves. I also work as a medical social worker at UCSF Children’s Hospital Oakland, where I support families from across Northern California and explore the connection between physical health and emotional well-being.

I especially enjoy working with adolescents and young adults as they navigate self-discovery, relationships, and the often complicated transition into adulthood.

In my free time, I love trying my friends’ baked goods, spending time by the water, and exploring all the amazing food the Bay Area has to offer.

Took a sweet little field trip to North Beach!🍫 Spent the day at Z.cioccolato with owner, Tom, as we learned how to make a bunch of different candy.

Here is a little introduction from Sydney herself☀️☺️:

Hi everyone! My name is Sydney, and I’m a Bay Area native. I was born and raised in San Jose, have spent time living in San Francisco and Seattle, and am so happy to be back and exploring more of the East Bay.

I have always loved working with people and felt drawn to understanding what makes us who we are. As an undergraduate at USF, I had the opportunity to take some counseling courses and quickly discovered how meaningful it felt to sit with someone’s story, offer support, and witness growth. That experience sparked my desire to become a therapist.

During graduate school, I worked at L’Arche Seattle and in a play therapy practice, both experiences deeply shaped my person-centered approach. I believe therapy works best when you feel truly seen and met exactly where you are, which is why my approach is collaborative and tailored to each client. I draw from solution-focused therapy, child-centered play therapy (with kids), and incorporate tools from CBT and EFT to support meaningful, lasting change.

Outside of the therapy room, I’m an avid reader who loves memoirs, literary fiction, sci-fi, and anything with a good folklore retelling. I’ve been crocheting for three years and recently picked up knitting (almost done with my first sweater!), and I love spending time outdoors, especially when it’s foggy. I’m excited to be joining the LBC team and look forward to connecting with our community!

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