MEET THE HEART BEHIND THE WORK

Through a trauma-informed, somatic, and attachment-based lens, I support BIPOC and queer individuals and couples in tending to the wounds that live in the body and in relationship. My work centers those impacted by complex trauma and structural oppression — creating a space where all parts of you are honored, and healing becomes a return to your innate relational wisdom.

My name is Anastasia Gomes. I’m a licensed clinical social worker who is obsessed with relational healing

I was an anti-capitalist activist for many years doing work on structural oppression until I became aware of how these larger oppressions actually played out in my own relationship to myself and to others. Once I started to delve deeper I came to realize that for me - the main way I work to fight against capitalism these days is to work to support people in creating healthy relationships to self, others, and the earth. When we are supported, resourced, and loved, we are stronger and our communities are stronger. 

Trainings / Approach to This Work

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship April 2023 - 28 Hours

  • Emotionally Focused Core Skills November 2023 - 48 hours

  • Polyvagal and EFT 2 Day Training - Rebecca Jorgenson Sept 2023

  • EFT advanced Supervision Bi-Weekly Group with Silvina Irwin PhD - 2023

  • EFT Individual Supervision with Dr. Annabell Buggati

  • EFT Volunteer Participant with LGBTQ Externship 2024

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker #100500

  • Masters of Social Work : Cal State East Bay 2016

  • Masters in Women and Gender Studies: San Francisco State University 2012

  • BS in Journalism: St. John’s University 2006

  • Level 1 IFS Training for BIPOC Clinicians

    in progress

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Bootcamp 2020

Other experience:

  • Three 10-day silent Vipassana meditation retreats

  • Over 40 plant medicine retreats spanning California, Peru, and Mexico

  • Membership on the Coordinating Committee for the People of Color Sangh at East Bay Meditation Center in Oakland, CA for almost 5 years

  • Fluence training in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy - Journey Clinical

My core mission is to help people create, improve, and maintain healthy relationship

My passion and purpose is supporting folks who have experienced intergenerational trauma and structural oppression to find healing in the context of relationship. Supporting folks to access their inherent relational wisdom is my calling in life. We do not need to “learn” to love and be loved. We have that knowing in our DNA. It’s how our ancestors survived. Therapy is about healing the parts of ourselves that learned to protect us when we or our ancestors were unsafe. When we come into relationship with those parts of us, learn to see them, accept them, and thank them, and even love them, we grow into our capacity to honor ourselves and to see and be seen by others.

Individual Therapy

This offering is for individuals who are feeling tired of hiding behind anxiety driven behaviors of codependency, self-sacrifice, and people-pleasing who want to learn to trust in their ability to be seen, loved, and show up fully in intimate relationships. 

Relationship Therapy

This offering is for folks in relationship (couples, polycules, friends, family, etc.) who are struggling to access deeper intimacy and safety in relationship, and who are wanting to foster a secure attachment with themselves and others. 

CLIENT LOVE

  • “While there’s no such thing as a perfect person, Anastasia is definitely the perfect therapist for me. As someone who stays living in my own head, is an (overly??) independent problem-solver, chronically feels misunderstood, and a real “check-in-on-your-strong-friends” type, working with Anastasia has nourished my nervous system in ways I didn’t know were needed, let alone were even possible. Her practice is radical, rooted in intersectionality and transformative justice; her approach is healing-centered, liberation-focused, and culturally affirming, while weaving humor, authenticity, and loving accountability all throughout her work.”

    - C.

  • “My partner and I would not be where we are today if not for Anastasia’s incredible guidance and support. Over the past year and half we’ve been doing couples therapy with her, we’ve grown and learned so much, not just in our relationship, but as individuals as well. Her deep love, care, and understanding of my queer and polyamorous identities has enabled me to feel the most seen I’ve ever felt by a therapist in YEARS! It’s no exaggeration when I say that she’s quite literally changed my life. The vulnerability she encourages and the trust that she so meticulously and safely crafts with you is like no other. Not to mention she’s hilarious and just a pure joy to be around. I am eternally grateful for Anastasia and all that she is. ”

    -J.

  • "As someone new to therapy, I didn’t know what to expect. Working with Anastasia has been a deeply grounding and eye-opening experience. At first, I didn’t fully realize it, but over time it became clear that Anastasia just got me. She has an incredible ability to understand and connect, creating a space that feels safe, respectful, and attuned from the very beginning. I value how she offers tools and resources to use between sessions, which helped me stay engaged and supported even outside our time together. Her experience shows in the way she listens, responds, and gently guides without ever pushing. She has a way of sharing her own personal experiences while not taking away from my experience but adding to it.  If you’re looking for a therapist who is present, intuitive, and deeply committed to your growth and healing, I can’t recommend Anastasia enough."

    -M.

TRAUMA-INFORMED

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INTERGENERATIONAL

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QUEER-AFFIRMING

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BIPOC-CENTERED

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SOMATIC

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TRAUMA-INFORMED 𖦹 INTERGENERATIONAL 𖦹 QUEER-AFFIRMING 𖦹 BIPOC-CENTERED 𖦹 SOMATIC 𖦹

ROOTED IN EXPERIENCE, GUIDED BY PURPOSE

✓ I’ve helped over 200 couples along their journey to building more secure relationships. 

✓  I’ve worked with couples as young as 19 years-old and as old as 82 years-old.

✓  I’ve been supporting individuals, couples, and families in the therapeutic space since 2015.

✓  I’ve been organizing beside queer/trans/bipoc and marginalized folks fighting for social justice and liberation since 2008.

Book your 20-minute complimentary consultation

This is a gentle, no-pressure space to connect and see if we’re a good fit. You’re welcome to bring your questions, share what’s on your heart, or simply feel into the energy of the work. Whether you’re seeking individual or relationship therapy, this call is the first step toward healing in a space where all of you is welcome.