Our team works together to ensure you receive the support and specialized services that are most beneficial to you and your goals.
My goal was to create a practice that not only provides a safe and comfortable space for people to receive the support they need but also mirrors the luxury and service you experience in other aspects of your life.
– Dr. Heafey
Two days a week, for those privileged few, Sammy works with me to help alleviate fear, quell anxiety and generally improve the quality of everyone’s day. If you, or your child, is apprehensive about therapy, and think it would be more comfortable having both myself and my little buddy in the room – then I encourage you to ask what days Sammy and I work together, as a team. You will learn for yourself that I have undersold my little buddy’s innate qualities to make everyone, but especially younger children, feel comfortable and calm in an unfamiliar environment.
Just like everyone at Unfold Psychology, Sammy is here for you. To meet you where you are, and support you on your journey to where you want to be!
Dr. Heafey has been so helpful. Most therapists/psychologists just let you talk the whole time and never really give you any feedback. Dr. Heafey always gives good feedback and also provides you with the tools you need to succeed. He has helped me learn how to redirect my thoughts. I have become more balanced and resilient and have a much better sense of self-control now. I can finally say that I am done with therapy and can live a better life thanks to Dr. Heafey.
San Francisco Location
Dr. Heafey is an incredibly gifted and educated licensed clinical psychologist, who has counseled me on and off for several years. His amicable character, and docile approach make his counseling laid back yet highly personalized. Through his current knowledge of clinical research, Dr. Heafey is by far one of the most informed psychologist I have seen, and practices with extensive care for his patiences even outside of regular sessions. I highly recommend Dr. Heafey, his talent speaks for itself.
Oakland Location
I found Dr. Heafey and I couldn't be happier with my decision to start working with him. He has an uncanny way of understanding and initiating discussion around topics that I typically swerve to avoid. He allows me get my thoughts out and then gives me feedback that is direct and constructive. He's helped me set expectations of life - which seems simple but has really calm my nerves. I'm also very glad to have a "neutral" person to talk through my thoughts with instead of burdening my family with any venting I need to do. Therapy is an under appreciated asset everyone should highly consider for positive mental health and happiness. It's not always easy to find someone genuine, but Dr. Heafey is great. Highly recommended!
Oakland Location
Richard Austin Heafey is not your usual therapist. He truly goes above and beyond to do everything he can for his patient and their family. I can't tell you how many times he has hopped on the phone to help us with an urgent situation or called our son to check-in.
As parents of a teenager struggling with a multitude of challenges, Dr. Heafey has been a God-send and we could not be more grateful. Most therapists will only speak with you during your session. Dr. Heafey truly cares and that's clearly why he's willing to respond to text messages and even after hour calls. We do our best to make sure it's not a regular thing but it's comforting to know that he will be there for his patients and families if we needed him.
Oakland Location
My husband and I started seeing Ashley in September. We had previously tried zoom sessions with another therapist a year earlier, but that wasn't for us. We knew we needed in-person sessions and we needed them fast. Our marriage was in the worst place it's been in 13 years. My husband found Unfold Psychology and they had in-person visits so we jumped on it. When Ashley called to do the intake appointment I was a little taken aback because she sounded really young. My husband felt the same way. But we literally had no other choice. We had our first appointment and it was okay. We left wondering how someone young who's probably never been married can help our marriage. But we had no choice and we went to our next appointment. This appointment sealed the deal for us. Yes, she's young, but you can tell she knows what she's talking about and when it gets heated she is able to take control of the room and calm us down. We literally always leave her appointments feeling happy and having a better understanding of each other, which in turn reminds us why we love each other in the first place. Last night was especially heated and the appointment went way longer than it should have. Ashley never once said "okay our time is up now" she had us do activities that she felt may help us and they did. It was mentally exhausting (probably for her too), but she stuck with us. Ashley is the first therapist that l've actually wanted to go back to see her. I would have definitely quit by now if it wasn't for her. I honestly can't give her enough stars and thank her enough.
My name is Dr. R. Austin Heafey – I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults, parents and families. While every client is unique, my fundamental aim remains the same: improve self-esteem, build self-confidence and enrich my patient’s self-worth. When a person has faith in their abilities and feels comfortable with who they are, they are better able to engage with the world they live in, the family they belong to and the life they deserve to experience. Put simply, my objective is to improve my patient’s quality of life.