The Unfold Psychology Team
Unfold Psychology: A Heafey Practice, P.C. is a trusted provider of mental health services in California. Our team of licensed therapists and psychologists is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome life's challenges and achieve their goals. We offer a range of evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and more. At Unfold Psychology, we believe in creating a safe and supportive environment where our clients can unfold their true potential.
Our Founder and CEO
Dr. R. Austin Heafey is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with children, adolescents, parents, and families to provide support and treatment for various social, domestic, personal, and psychological concerns. Regardless of who he is working with, his primary focus is improving self-esteem, building self-confidence and working to enrich his patients’ self-worth. The more faith a person has in their own abilities and innate uniqueness, the more they are able to engage with the world they live in, the family they belong to and the life they deserve to experience. Dr. Heafey aims to improve his patients’ quality of life.
Dr. Heafey has experience using a number of treatment modalities including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, Developmental Theory and Logo Therapy. Only after he has met with and had a chance to listen to his clients’ specific needs, and, most importantly, gain a sense of who he is working with, does he discuss which therapeutic technique he believes would be of greatest value towards achieving their goal. Dr. Heafey is both comfortable and familiar with both short and long term treatment modalities, and welcomes input from collateral sources, or when it is indicated, to work with other clinicians as part of treatment team.
Rachel is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT#138484). She addresses common mental health issues such as relationship struggles, divorce, depression, anxiety, PTSD, Trauma (acute, chronic, and complex), Bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, and other mood-related disorders. She works with children, teenagers, young adults, and adults struggling with general stress, overwhelms, sexuality, non-confirmative relationships/poly-versed, self-harm, communication, boundaries, life transitions and endings, eating disorders, addiction struggles, family dynamics, and conflict.
She works with therapeutic modalities such as Formative Psychology, various approaches to trauma release, and Somatic Experiencing, along with evidence-based CBT and mindfulness practices.
David practices psychodynamic therapy, an approach that
emphasizes psychological, relational, and spiritual growth. It is a time-tested and proven method for alleviating stress and anxiety and for developing a stronger sense of self-
contentment.
Understanding yourself, your motivations, and the influences that have shaped you is key to experiencing a more fulfilling life. Therapy with David is a process originating in yourself and expressed through your collaboration; you will work through some of the old obstacles and outdated narratives that keep you from realizing your full potential. Your story isn’t set in
stone; now’s the time to carve a new path.
During the pandemic, David worked as a counselor on the
Marin County suicide prevention and grief hotlines, and as an associate therapist at a non-profit clinic in North Hollywood.
He holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Antioch University, Los Angeles.
Dr. Hazzard specializes in the treatment of existential concerns, post-traumatic conditions, and grief. He works with adults and older adolescents from all walks of life, and has extensive
experience working with immigrants, adults who are transitioning through middle age, emerging young professionals, artists, and people who experience various forms of psychotic process. His approach, although tailored to each individual patient, is generally reflective, spacious, insight- oriented, emotionally resonant, and longer-term in nature. More broadly, Dr. Hazzard views therapy as a healing relationship in which patients develop the insight necessary to engage with
life in a manner that is liberated, authentic, and fulfilling. In our present era, in which technology encroaches on so many aspects of our daily lives, Dr. Hazzard also considers therapy to be a
modality that helps us retain a sense of our basic humanity.
Dr. Hazzard holds a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree awarded by The California Institute of Integral Studies, though he began training as a therapist long ago in an art therapy master’s
degree program. During both his master’s and doctoral studies, Dr. Hazzard received extensive training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. Most recently, he received advanced post-licensure training in existential psychoanalysis. Dr. Hazzard’s work is informed by his ongoing study and engagement with psychoanalysis, creativity, history, and philosophy. In addition to providing therapy, Dr. Hazzard is also passionate about teaching and mentorship. He provides clinical supervision to doctoral trainees, and he teaches psychoanalytic theory and therapy at training clinics in the San Franciso Bay Area.
As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, I believe each individual holds a deep inner wisdom that can guide them through life’s challenges. My goal is to help clients access and trust that intuition in a safe, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space.
I work from a trauma-informed, attachment-based, and family systems perspective, weaving in mindfulness practices and existential thought. I support individuals and couples of all ages who may be feeling stuck while navigating anxiety, indecision, heartbreak, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, life transitions, attachment struggles, or sexuality—including kink and alternative expressions of desire.
My approach helps clients untangle unhelpful patterns, build self-trust, explore meaning, and reconnect with their inner guidance. My style is warm, reflective, and always meets you where you are—supporting you in becoming more authentic and grounded as you move through change.
I specialize in supporting individuals with LGBTQIA+ issues, gender identity, sexuality, self-esteem, grief, trauma, family systems, depression, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, substance use, various mood disorders and healthy boundaries.
In my practice, I use gender affirming language, a person-centered and relationship-centered approach, strengths-based lens, trauma-informed lens, restorative justice, mindfulness, relational-cultural therapy, family systems, motivational interviewing, and multicultural competency.
Dustyn is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #140707) with an extensive background in behaviorism. His holistic approach focuses on addressing and exploring the personal and relational patterns that impact daily performance and social connection.
Therapy should feel collaborative and authentic. Dustyn provides a therapeutic space that encourages greater self-awareness, motivation, accountability, compassion, and reflection. His goal is to support the client in finding healthier ways to cope with life’s many stressors, build effective methods of communication, and feel confident in making decisions that align with the
life they want to live.
Dustyn provides individual therapy and couples therapy for adolescents and adults. He addresses concerns related to anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, substance use, autism, sexual identity, self-harm, trauma, and athletic performance. He has experience in several modalities, including CBT, DBT, family systems, psychodynamic, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
Rachel provides engaging and supportive reading instruction for students ages 6-12. Whether your child is struggling with learning to read or has lost the love of reading, Rachel can work with your child in a way that increases fluency and encourages increased participation both at school and home. Rachel models alongside your student using the modalities of teaching, speaking, reading, writing, and listening to produce a better reader. She provides in-depth phonics and spelling instruction, allowing young readers to improve their word recognition and fluency skills. Please contact us at (650) 993-9321 for a same-day complimentary consultation.
Jelipsa is a seasoned billing and insurance specialist with twelve years of dedicated experience in the customer care industry. She is adept at managing the complexities of insurance claims and billing processes. Her meticulous attention to detail ensures accuracy in all client-related matters, while her proactive approach streamlines workflows, maximizing reimbursement and minimizing denials.
Jelipsa is committed to providing supportive and exceptional service to patients, both new and established. It navigates insurance intricacies with professionalism and efficiency. Trust Jelipsa to handle your insurance, billing, and scheduling needs seamlessly, allowing you to focus on what matters most—taking care of you and your individual needs.
Talia Prince has over 17 years of experience teaching and serving as an administrator. With a Master of Science in Administration, Talia has the expertise to support families as their students navigate their educational journey. Students of all ages benefit from Talia’s training in education services for students with ADHD and behavior disorders, as well as high-achieving students who experience anxiety and depression.
Talia provides executive functioning services to students and adults, addressing challenges with time management, organization, attention, and perseverance. Having served in school administration roles, Talia possesses unique and valuable insights. She can help families navigate the process of obtaining student accommodations, developing an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and tracking particular education goals for grades K-12.
As a respected and knowledgeable educator and parent, Talia understands family dynamics and the unique needs of students. Under Talia’s guidance, students receive individualized educational and behavioral support to increase their success and self-confidence.
Every provider at Unfold Psychology fell in love with the little guy the moment they saw him! He is perfectly tempered, calm yet playful, and a true joy to be around. Tucker is definitely in the running to be the top clinician in 2025.
If you have any clients, or know of anyone who you think might benefit from working with Tucker, please do not hesitate to reach out! We have already discovered how well just having an unconditionally loving, engaging and cute to a fault furry friend in the treatment space can enhance a myriad of treatment goals.
What makes Tucker so special?
The magic usually begins with the following, simple, treatment plan - to ensure the experience is as rewarding and therapeutic as possible. We will continue updating the community on Tucker, his training, successes, and examples of how he has knocked down ‘road blocks’ in the treatment setting. From all of us at Unfold Psychology, we hope that little face alone has brightened your day!
Warm Introduction
Client meets the puppy, encouraged to approach at their own pace.
Reflection
“How did it feel to connect with the puppy?”
Activity
Puppy “get-to-know-you” (observe, pet, gentle play).
Homework
Identify moments outside of session when they wished they had the same comfort.
Unfold one step at a time
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Locations
100 Tamal Plaza, Ste. 107 Corte Madera, CA 94925
1955 Mountain Blvd., Ste. 101 Oakland, CA 94611
2860 Laguna St., Ste. 101
San Francisco, CA 94123
1120 McKendrie St, San Jose, CA 95126
Contact
Phone: (650) 993-9321
Fax: (650) 319-6759
Email: careteam@unfoldpsychology.com
