Jonathan Newsum(He/Him/His)

Jonathan Newsum is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Walnut Creek, CA. He works with clients of all ages, including couples, parents, and families with a passion for helping those with neurodivergence such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, addiction, anxiety disorders, attachment disorders, family conflict, mood disorders, and trauma including PTSD.

Jonathan uses a holistic approach to mental health. Jonathan’s approach to therapy focuses on helping clients to increase understanding, develop skills, and empower the client to utilize treatment for healing, growth, and increased acceptance. Clients learn how to change old patterns that have created a sense of being stuck. Jonathan utilizes a variety of evidence-based approaches in treatment including attachment-based family therapy ABFT, play therapy, sand tray, Gottman Method, cognitive behavioral therapy CBT, dialectical behavioral therapy DBT, acceptance and commitment therapy ACT, and Brainspotting for trauma.

Jonathan earned a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from John F. Kennedy University and has over 20 years of experience as a therapist. He’s previously worked as a clinical program director, clinical supervisor, and professor. Jonathan brings compassion and experience into his sessions with clients as he supports them through their mental health challenges.