Your Journey to Wellness Starts Here
Every conversation is geared towards understanding and supporting you on your unique journey. We're here to listen and help discover the path that's right for you.
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Book a free 15-minute consultation → We'll match you with the right therapist and answer your questions. Prefer email or phone? (510) 736-5312 · thrivepointcounseling@gmail.com.
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Sessions are 50 minutes. Weekly is recommended for most clients when starting out; from there, sessions can be spaced to fit your needs — many clients move to biweekly or monthly once care is established, and some meet more often during harder stretches. We'll set the rhythm together.
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Dr. Kumar's fee is $200 per session. Allegra's and Rachel's fee is $120 per session, with sliding scale available based on need. We are in-network with Optum, including UnitedHealthcare and UMR.
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Both. Allegra sees clients in person at our Castro Valley office and via telehealth; Dr. Kumar and Rachel are currently telehealth only.
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Rachel works with teens and young adults (ages 14–30); Allegra works with adults and couples; Dr. Kumar works with adults (18+), couples, and families.
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- Couples or adult anxiety/depression/stress, or EMDR → Allegra Wiborg, AMFT
- Teen, young adult, or bilingual (English/Spanish) therapy → Rachel Rivas, AMFT
- Couples, families, or adult therapy (including EMDR/trauma work) → Dr. Yvette Kumar, DMFT, LMFT
Still unsure? Book a free 15-minute consultation and we'll help you decide.
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You'll talk about what's bringing you in, what you'd like to change, and any questions about the process. There's no pressure to commit beyond that session.
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Please cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before your appointment.
Meet Our Therapists
Dr. Yvette Kumar, LMFT
Founder and clinical supervisor. Couples therapy, EMDR for trauma, and support through anxiety, depression, and life transitions, with a special interest in ministry leaders and women in new seasons of life.
Allegra Wiborg, AMFT
Adults and couples working through anxiety, depression, and stress. Gottman-informed couples therapy blended with CBT, DBT, and EMDR — practical tools and honest conversation.
Rachel Rivas, aMFT
Bilingual (English/Spanish) therapy for teens and young adults (ages 14–30) navigating anxiety, depression, and identity. Brings four years as a high school counselor to her work with young people and families.