Bountiful Health

A boutique psychotherapy practice ~ intimate care, elevated experience

East Bay Therapy & Counseling Services
Orinda, CA

Discreet. Personal. Tailored.

Concierge therapy for body image, shame, and self-esteem.

Also offering comprehensive therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, and other life challenges.

Therapy for Body Image,
Shame, & Self-Esteem

For many, the struggle with body image and weight has been a lifelong burden tied to shame, comparison, and the exhausting cycles of dieting or self-criticism.

You may feel like no matter what you try, it’s never enough, and deep down, you’re left wondering if you’ll ever feel at peace with yourself.

Therapy offers a space to step out of these cycles, reconnect with your body, and rediscover a sense of worth that isn’t defined by appearance or numbers.

A young woman sits in a chair, quietly looking out the window—capturing a moment of reflection and stillness, symbolic of personal growth through East Bay therapy in Orinda.

Do you feel…?

  • Like you’ve struggled with weight and body image for much of your life, only to feel stuck in cycles of shame and self-criticism?

  • Disconnected from yourself - holding it together on the outside while quietly falling apart inside?

  • Like you’re always bracing for what’s next, fixing, smoothing things over, yet deep down, feeling numb or far from joy?

  • Like you’ve learned to over-function and put others first, but now feel exhausted and unsure of who you really are?

  • Walking on eggshells in a relationship, grieving a life you thought you’d have, or wondering how you lost yourself along the way?

  • Disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in cycles of self-criticism? You may even find yourself asking: “I’ve done everything right… so why do I still feel this way?”


    You don’t have to navigate these struggles alone.

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What is Possible?

Many clients arrive in survival mode, looking fine on the outside, while inside, there’s exhaustion, self-doubt, and a longing for something more. With the right support, new possibilities begin to emerge…

With Support, you can:

Make peace with your body

→ move through the world with more ease and confidence

  • Quieter the inner critic

    → soften harsh self-talk and relate to yourself with compassion

  • Strengthen self-worth and self-trust 

    → advocate for your needs and trust your voice

  • Ease overwhelm and overthinking

  • → respond with more calm and clarity

  • set boundaries without guilt

    → speak up and honor your needs with respect

  • Create more fulfilling relationships

    → show up more honestly and freely, without fear

Anita Bardsley, East Bay therapist and Orinda-based LMFT, offering relational, trauma-informed therapy for adults and teens in California.

Hi! I’m Anita.

I’m so glad you found your way here.

I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and the Co-founder of Bountiful Health.

Life’s hardest moments can leave you overwhelmed, disconnected, or weighed down by stress, shame, and self-doubt. But with the right support, life can feel lighter, freer, and more grounded.

At Bountiful Health, I keep my caseload intentionally small so you’re never just another appointment on the calendar. Here, therapy is personal, private, and never rushed; a boutique, concierge-style experience where you’re truly seen.

This is a space for real connection. A place to slow down, be met with presence, and begin the process of change with compassion rather than pressure.

~ Welcoming New Clients ~

~ Start Your Journey Today! ~

~ Welcoming New Clients ~ ~ Start Your Journey Today! ~

Why Boutique & Concierge Therapy?

Not all therapy feels the same. Larger clinics and mental health apps can leave you feeling like just another name. Boutique and concierge therapy offers something different:

-More presence – smaller caseloads mean deeper focus on you

-Personalized care – every session tailored, never one-size-fits-all

-Privacy – your story held with discretion and respect

-Flexibility & responsiveness – responsive scheduling and attunement to your pace

This is therapy that’s attentive, deeply personal, and centered entirely on you.

Whatever you’re carrying, whether it’s clear or hard to name, there’s room for it here.

The following are some of the challenges we help clients navigate with care, presence, and deep respect for their story.

Ways We Can Help:

  • Woman looking at herself in the mirror, reflecting on body image and self-esteem struggles.

    Body Image, Weight, and Self-Esteem

    Compassionate body image therapy to ease lifelong struggles with weight and self-worth and support lasting confidence.

  • Woman holding her head in distress, symbolizing anxiety and emotional overwhelm, therapy for stress and anxiety in Orinda and the East Bay.

    Anxiety, Stress, & Overwhelm

    Find relief from chronic worry, inner tension, and the pressure to hold it all together.

  • Man gazing out window, reflecting feelings of isolation and depression - supportive therapy for depression in Orinda, Walnut Creek and the East Bay.

    Depression, Emotional Disconnection & Inner Emptiness

    Reconnect with meaning, motivation, and a deeper sense of aliveness when life feels heavy or numb.

  • Person sitting alone in soft light, looking out a window in quiet reflection — representing the emotional experience of perfectionism, shame, and low self-worth, as explored through East Bay therapy and Orinda therapy.

    Perfectionism, Shame, & Self-Worth

    Heal the inner critic, release unrealistic pressure, and rediscover your inherent worth.

  • Two people holding hands in a heart shape, symbolizing connection and therapy for relationship concerns in Orinda, Walnut Creek, and Lafayette, CA.

    Relationship Challenges & Attachment Wounds

    Understand old patterns, strengthen boundaries, and create more fulfilling emotional connections.

  • Woman sitting on the ground, holding her legs in a moment of grief - compassionate therapy for grief and loss in the East Bay.

    Grief & Loss

    Make space for your pain, honor what was, and move through your grief with compassion and support.

  • Directional signs pointing in different directions, symbolizing life transitions therapy in Walnut Creek, Orinda, and Lafayette, CA

    Life Transitions & Identity Shifts

    Navigate the uncertainty of change, whether chosen or unexpected, with more clarity, grounding, and self-trust.

  • Man sitting in the dark with hand on his head, representing emotional pain - trauma and PTSD therapy inn Orinda, Walnut Creek, and Lafayette, CA

    Complex & Developmental Trauma

    Unravel the impact of long-term emotional wounds and begin healing in a space where your experiences are met with compassion, not judgment.

  • Woman in a yoga pose at sunset, symbolizing self-esteem, inner strength, and personal growth through therapy in Walnut Creek, Orinda, and Lafayette, CA.

    Personal Growth

    Explore who you are beneath old roles and expectations—and uncover new possibilities for how you want to live, relate, and grow.

  • Diverse group of teens standing in front of school lockers - compassionate teen counseling in Orinda, Walnut Creek, and Lafayette, CA.

    Teen Counseling

    Support to help your teen grow, thrive, and overcome life's challenges.

  • Smiling woman sits in a therapy session, listening with openness and ease during a session with an East Bay therapist in Orinda, CA.

    Therapy for Therapists & Helping Professionals

    A supportive space to slow down, reflect, and stay emotionally connected to yourself so you can keep doing the work you love without losing yourself.

  • Therapy for Third Culture Kids (TCKs)

    Explore identity, belonging, and home when you’ve grown up between cultures or countries.

These challenges often overlap… and so do our lives.

WHATEVER shape your challenge takes, you DON’T HAVE TO carry it alone.


We’re here to support you through all of it.


Getting The
Journey Started

01.

REACH OUT.

Book a free 20-minute consultation, a no-pressure space to connect and share what’s bringing you in, ask questions, and see if it feels like the right fit.

02.

Be met.

In weekly therapy sessions (in Orinda or online), you’ll be welcomed just as you are. This is a space where every part of you is invited to show up, especially the ones that have felt unseen or silenced.

03.

Move Forward.

Together, we’ll explore what’s been holding you back and uncover what you need for healing and change, moving at a pace that feels right for you.

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FAQs

Modalities We Draw From,
Made
Simple

Therapy terms can sound technical, but at heart, they’re simply tools to support your growth. Here’s what they mean in everyday language:

  • Relational-Integrative Therapy blends different therapy approaches to best fit your unique needs, with a strong focus on the healing power of a safe, trusting therapist-client relationship. This approach supports personal growth through collaboration, emotional attunement, and flexibility.

  • Trauma-Informed Therapy recognizes the impact of past trauma and prioritizes emotional safety, trust, and empowerment. This approach helps you process painful experiences at a pace that feels right for you, reducing their hold on your present life and supporting long-term healing.

  • Psychodynamic Therapy explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By increasing insight and self-awareness, you can break unhelpful cycles, understand yourself more deeply, and make choices that alignn with your needs and values.

  • Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early caregiver relationships influence your ability to feel safe, trust, and connect. This approach helps you heal old attachment wounds, build healthier relationship patterns, and feel more secure and connected in your life today.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps you identify and change unhelpful thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress. By practicing new ways of thinking and responding, you can manage challenges more effectively and create lasting change.

  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy teaches you to notice your thoughts, feelings, and body sensations in the present moment without judgment. This awareness helps you respond to life’s challenges with calm, clarity, and self-compassion, reducing stress and improving emotional well-being.

  • Boutique therapy means we keep our caseload small so you receive more presence and personalized attention.

    Concierge-level care means sessions and support are tailored to you - flexible, thoughtful, and designed to help real change take root.

Have More Questions?

Find answers to additional therapy questions here:

You don’t have to keep
pushing through alone…

At Bountiful Health, therapy is more than an appointment; it’s a deeply personal space where you’re met with care, discretion, and genuine connection.

This is where you can put down what feels too much to carry, and begin creating a life that feels lighter, freer, and more authentically your own.