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Christy Hobza, Psy.D.

Collaborating to achieve understanding and change
Psychotherapy | Psychological Assessment | Neuropsychological Assessment
​Infants | Children | Adolescents | Adults

Welcome

My name is Christy Hobza and I am a licensed psychologist.  I've committed my life to collaborating with people to grow and develop healthy and fulfilling lives and relationships.

​Everyone needs help sometimes, but asking for help can be hard or even embarrassing.  It can be hard to know where to start.  

I work with a wide range of people from infants, children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling in their life.  I can help identify why you or your child is struggling through psychological or neuropsychological assessment.  I also treat people with common symptoms such as anxiety, OCD, and depression.  

We live in a fast paced world and the demands or felt expectations of that world can overwhelm our resources.

I offer a free 30 minute consultation so that we can meet and see if I can help you and consider what you need to get unstuck and feel better.
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Call or text to schedule a free 30 minute consultation:

510-460-1919

or email if you prefer

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I look forward to hearing from you!


Services Offered

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Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment

Reasons someone may need an assessment:
  • Extreme tantrums
  • School problems
  • Inattentive symptoms
  • Hyperactivity
  • Difficulty learning or achieving at school or work
  • Uneven learning
  • Lack of satisfaction with friendships​
  • Lack of progress in therapy
  • Questions about life
  • Homework fights
  • Unclear diagnosis
  • Fighting
  • Independent evaluation for accommodations 
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Individual Psychotherapy
Children | Adolescents | Adults​

​Symptoms that may benefit from psychotherapy:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • PTSD
  • OCD
  • Dissatisfaction with life or job
  • Procrastination
  • Parenting challenges
  • Homework fights
  • Toilet training challenges
  • Nightmares
  • Postpartum depression (house calls are possible)
  • Unplanned pregnancy counseling at any age
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Infant/Parent Therapy
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​Symptoms that may benefit from infant/parent therapy
  • Attachment and bonding difficulties
  • Poor sense of connection
  • Extreme fussiness​
I am located in Alameda and work with a variety of people from the greater San Francisco Bay Area including cities such as Alameda, Oakland, Emeryville, Berkeley, San Lorenzo, San Leandro, and Hayward.

COVID-19 ​

During this time I am offering video sessions for adults, adolescents, children, and families.

I am offering four low fee sessions to "front-line" or "essential" workers who must leave their homes and risk exposure to COVID-19.   I can be reached at 510-460-1919 if interested in scheduling a session.
Coping with "shelter in place"

Resources

Years of serving my community have continued to highlight for me how difficult it can be to navigate the mental health system and find a provider.  If you are struggling, please call me.  I may have some resources to help you.
510-460-1919
​If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911 and access one of the crisis resources below.  

Crisis

  • Crisis Support Services of Alameda County
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  • Veteran's Crisis Line
  • ​Contra Costa Crisis Center
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline

Learning

  • Learning Disabilities Association of America
  • National Center for Learning Disabilities: LD Checklist [PDF], a guide (not tool) to help pinpoint specific struggles
  • Office of Special Education & Rehabilitation Services

Parenting

  • How Parenting Affects a Child's Development
  • ​Communication Tips for Parents
  • ​Talking about Sex 
    • ​Talk to Your Kids about Sex - MyHealthfinder
    • ​Planned Parenthood: Tips for Talking
    • Teaching Your Kids About Sex: Do's and Don'ts

Relationships

  • 3 Research-Based Tips for a Happy and Healthy Relationship
  • Video: Brené Brown on Blame
  • Video: Brené Brown on Empathy vs. Sympathy

Rights

  • A Consumer Guide to Psychotherapy [PDF]
  • Psychotherapy Never Includes Sexual Behavior   

OCD

  • Unstuck, An OCD kids movie
  • International OCD Foundation

Christy Hobza, Licensed Psychologist, PC
CA Licensed Psychologist: PSY23548
​510-460-1919
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