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Sylvan Streightiff

Counselor/Therapist

4909 Alejo Street San Diego CA, 92124
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About

Sylvan Streightiff is an ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Chronic Illness, and Complex Trauma Specialist. Her personalized approach to therapy integrates the use of somatic techniques and intentional art-making within sessions to cultivate a safe healing space for creative release and processing. 

Sylvan is a prime example of a true leader in health care, as seen in her published research and advocacy work (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2931Uh1KOZQ). She emobodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with others. Her creativity and compassion supports clients in removing shame and judgement. She is dedicated to meeting with the unique needs of each individual she works with and provides deeper insights than in recognized by most therapists.

Sylvan works collaboratively to meet your needs, understand perceptions, cultivate your strengths, improve relationships and self-esteem, and acheive personal growth. She is available for online/virtual therapy for individuals, families, and couples based in California. 

Visit www.sylvansart.com for more information!

Credentials: ATR-P, Registered Associated Marriage and Family Therapist (#141080), Supervised by Lori Conroy, CA LMFT #47658

Education and Training

Dominican University MA,Marriage and Family Therapy 2023

CSU Long Beach BFA, Drawing and Painting 2020

Provider Details

Female English
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Sylvan Streightiff's Expert Contributions
  • Is online psychotherapy effective?

    Hi, online creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with a range of conditions and symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • How long does psychotherapy take to work for depression?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with depression and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • What is the most common form of psychotherapy?

    Hi, this is not super common but creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with a range of concerns and symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Can psychotherapy help with breakups?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with interpersonal relationships and coping from breakups. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Are there any medications for autism?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with neurodivergence. That being said, it can be crucial to find a provider who is neurodivergent affirming and understands how to work with Autism (this is one of my areas of specialty). The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If your daughter is located in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Can you treat ADHD?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with neurodivergence. That being said, it can be crucial to find a provider who is neurodivergent affirming and understands how to work with ADHD. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Is therapy better than antidepressants for depression?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for managing depression and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. Some individuals choose to seek additional services from psychiatrists in combination with psychotherapy as sometimes the symptoms prevent individuals from engaging in therapeutic work and the medication can help those feel more regulated. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly for information on my therapy services. READ MORE

  • Do psychologists perform CBT?

    Hi, CBT is an approach to psychotherapy and there are several theories and approaches that steam from it. Creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with depression and alleviating symptoms. Sometimes the discussion of emotions can cause an influx of emotion in itself and make one feel as though they are overwhelmed. For this reason it becomes essential to seek a provider who knows how to integrate tools for calming the nervous system within sessions to help you feel grounded and regulated and safe within your expression. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • What can you do for anxiety?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with anxiety and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • How long does it take for CBT to work for anxiety issues?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with anxiety and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Can psychotherapy make things worse?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with depression and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. The success of treatment depends on your unique needs and the approach of the therapist and their ability to work with your situation. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Can psychotherapy help ADHD?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with neurodivergence. That being said, it can be crucial to find a provider who is neurodivergent affirming and understands how to work with ADHD. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Does cognitive-behavioral therapy work for phobias?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with anxiety and alleviating symptoms. Exposure and Response Prevention has been shown to be incredibly effective when working with phobias. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • What is the quickest treatment for depression?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with depression and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • How long does it take for CBT to work for ADHD?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with neurodivergence. That being said, it can be crucial to find a provider who is neurodivergent affirming and understands how to work with ADHD. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Can a psychologist help with anger?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with anger and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Does CBT work for depressive disorder?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for managing depression and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Can health anxiety be cured?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for relieving anxiety. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • Can psychotherapy fix my anxiety?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with anxiety and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

  • What treatment is the most effective for anxiety disorder?

    Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for working with anxiety and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

ADHDAutismChronic IllnessAnxietyTraumaPTSDDepressionMarriage and Family TherapyArt TherapySomatic TherapyType 1 DiabetesTick-borne IllnessChild TherapyTeen TherapyAdult TherapyCouples TherapyGriefComplex TraumaOnline TherapyVirtual Therapy

Professional Memberships

  • American Psychological Association  
  • American Art Therapy Association, Inc.  
  • California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists  
  • California Psychological Association  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Kurdish Refugee Relief Foundation
  • American Diabetes Association
  • Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
  • Tick-Borne Conditions United

Areas of research

https://youtu.be/2931Uh1KOZQ?si=8S9E32Wy8-Pu_9i9

https://doi.org/10.33015/dominican.edu/2023.AT.04

https://scholar.dominican.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1013&context=art-therapy-masters-theses

Sylvan Streightiff's Practice location

Tamalpais Therapy Center

200 Tamal Place Ste 130 -
Corte Madera, CA 94925
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