Play Therapy Psychiatrists in Santa Clara County, CA
I work with children in play therapy to help their capacity for emotional development and their relatedness to their love object and social environment
Mali Mann, MD is adult, adolescent and child psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in Palo Alto and San Francisco California. After finishing her medical school, she finished her residency and child fellowship at University Rochester and Kanas. She finished adolescent Medicine fellowship at Stanford university Psychiatry Department. She completed her adult and child psychoanalytic training at San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis. She is a faculty member and Training and supervising psychoanalyst, adult and child at SFCP. She is also an adjunct Clinical Professor at Stanford University, School of Medicine. She published "Psychoanalytic Aspect of Assisted reproductive Technology" and collection of her poetry.
I work with children in play therapy to help their capacity for emotional development and their relatedness to their love object and social environment
Mali Mann, MD is adult, adolescent and child psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in Palo Alto and San Francisco California. After finishing her medical school, she finished her residency and child fellowship at University Rochester and Kanas. She finished adolescent Medicine fellowship at Stanford university Psychiatry Department. She completed her adult and child psychoanalytic training at San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis. She is a faculty member and Training and supervising psychoanalyst, adult and child at SFCP. She is also an adjunct Clinical Professor at Stanford University, School of Medicine. She published "Psychoanalytic Aspect of Assisted reproductive Technology" and collection of her poetry.
I am trained in and practice psychodynamic therapy, play-based psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive therapy, and family therapy.
One thing that inspires me is our ability as humans to change our own circumstances with the help of family and community using self-awareness, imagination, and our own unique strengths. I believe that achieving this integrity is a worthy result that can accompany treatment. It takes risk, energy, and investment to pursue this and it is a privilege for me to be a part of one’s journey.
I am trained in and practice psychodynamic therapy, play-based psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive therapy, and family therapy.
One thing that inspires me is our ability as humans to change our own circumstances with the help of family and community using self-awareness, imagination, and our own unique strengths. I believe that achieving this integrity is a worthy result that can accompany treatment. It takes risk, energy, and investment to pursue this and it is a privilege for me to be a part of one’s journey.
I believe everyone deserves clarity, hope, and direction on their mental health journey. My name is Stella Yufenyuy, PMHNP-BC, and I am here to help you clear the fog, find your footing, and move forward with confidence.
I know that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to navigate them alone. I pride myself on being a great listener and approaching every conversation with empathy, care, and respect. I take the time to truly understand where you are now, and together, we’ll create a personalized, judgment-free plan to guide you toward peace of mind and contentment.
I believe everyone deserves clarity, hope, and direction on their mental health journey. My name is Stella Yufenyuy, PMHNP-BC, and I am here to help you clear the fog, find your footing, and move forward with confidence.
I know that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming — but you don’t have to navigate them alone. I pride myself on being a great listener and approaching every conversation with empathy, care, and respect. I take the time to truly understand where you are now, and together, we’ll create a personalized, judgment-free plan to guide you toward peace of mind and contentment.
I have a passion for working with motivated individuals and routinely incorporate both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to health in my treatment plans. I care for patients ages 16 to 65 years old.
I have a passion for working with motivated individuals and routinely incorporate both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to health in my treatment plans. I care for patients ages 16 to 65 years old.
Arnold Fosah
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95110
If you're feeling sad or anxious or struggling with relationship conflicts or habits that negatively impact your life, I'm here to help. With my therapeutic approach, you can expect to feel completely heard, understood, and empowered towards positive change. Together, we'll work on developing practical tools and gaining new perspectives to help you grow and improve your overall sense of well-being and purpose. In my practice, I use a holistic approach to better understand you and address your unique needs. I'm also trained to diagnose psychiatric disorders and utilize medication therapy when necessary.
If you're feeling sad or anxious or struggling with relationship conflicts or habits that negatively impact your life, I'm here to help. With my therapeutic approach, you can expect to feel completely heard, understood, and empowered towards positive change. Together, we'll work on developing practical tools and gaining new perspectives to help you grow and improve your overall sense of well-being and purpose. In my practice, I use a holistic approach to better understand you and address your unique needs. I'm also trained to diagnose psychiatric disorders and utilize medication therapy when necessary.
Hello! My name is Dr. Cheri Wu, and I am board-certified in Adult Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. I have top-notch medical training, graduating from Stanford for Adult Psychiatry Residency and Child Psychiatry Fellowship. As a younger provider, I connect well with children, teens, and young adults and have the most up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the latest psychiatric treatments.
Hello! My name is Dr. Cheri Wu, and I am board-certified in Adult Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. I have top-notch medical training, graduating from Stanford for Adult Psychiatry Residency and Child Psychiatry Fellowship. As a younger provider, I connect well with children, teens, and young adults and have the most up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the latest psychiatric treatments.
Accepting patients now!
Dr. Kapur is a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in children, teens, young adults, and their families. This training has provided Dr. Kapur with expertise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, parent-child relational issues, among other mental health problems.
Accepting patients now!
Dr. Kapur is a double board-certified psychiatrist specializing in children, teens, young adults, and their families. This training has provided Dr. Kapur with expertise in ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, parent-child relational issues, among other mental health problems.
My psychiatry practice is focused on you and how you can best achieve your goals, whether that is medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, or a combination of all three. Let's work together to help you get 'unstuck'. As a psychiatrist I am comfortable with prescribing medications as well as therapy. The first half of my residency training was in the Family Medicine Dept. at the University of Iowa, and the second was in Psychiatry at the University of South Alabama, where I am an Adjunct Professor. Psychiatry was the natural choice because I enjoy having the time to listen and understand in order to personalize recommendations.
My psychiatry practice is focused on you and how you can best achieve your goals, whether that is medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, or a combination of all three. Let's work together to help you get 'unstuck'. As a psychiatrist I am comfortable with prescribing medications as well as therapy. The first half of my residency training was in the Family Medicine Dept. at the University of Iowa, and the second was in Psychiatry at the University of South Alabama, where I am an Adjunct Professor. Psychiatry was the natural choice because I enjoy having the time to listen and understand in order to personalize recommendations.
Accepting New Patients! Are you a high achieving professional suffering from stress or burn out? Do you have mood changes? Do you feel easily overwhelmed by daily activities? Are you a parent wondering how to help your child reach their maximum potential? I am an integrative psychiatrist board certified in both General Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry who believes in a holistic approach to mental health. I specialize in assessing and treating multiple mental health disorders including anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, & bipolar disorder.
Accepting New Patients! Are you a high achieving professional suffering from stress or burn out? Do you have mood changes? Do you feel easily overwhelmed by daily activities? Are you a parent wondering how to help your child reach their maximum potential? I am an integrative psychiatrist board certified in both General Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry who believes in a holistic approach to mental health. I specialize in assessing and treating multiple mental health disorders including anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, & bipolar disorder.
Welcome to your journey towards wellbeing. I am currently accepting new patients. Please feel free to book a complimentary consultation at calendly.com/drsarachowdhury/15mins. I have in person appointments available in Virginia and virtual appointments across the DC-MD-VA area and in CA.
Welcome to your journey towards wellbeing. I am currently accepting new patients. Please feel free to book a complimentary consultation at calendly.com/drsarachowdhury/15mins. I have in person appointments available in Virginia and virtual appointments across the DC-MD-VA area and in CA.
Now Accepting New Patients! I am a Stanford-trained psychiatrist with expertise in ADHD, anxiety, trauma, OCD and depression. I work with adults & children, in person in Orange County, and online across California, for medications, talk therapy or both.
I offer a free 15 minute consultation video call or phone call. I see most new patients within a week or sooner.
Now Accepting New Patients! I am a Stanford-trained psychiatrist with expertise in ADHD, anxiety, trauma, OCD and depression. I work with adults & children, in person in Orange County, and online across California, for medications, talk therapy or both.
I offer a free 15 minute consultation video call or phone call. I see most new patients within a week or sooner.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
Bay Area Clinical Associates - BACA
Psychiatrist, MD, LMFT, LCSW, MPH, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Bay Area Clinical Associates (BACA) is a physician-owned and operated organization committed to providing integrated, scientific, empathetic mental health treatment for kids, teens, young adults and their families. As a note, we serve only ages 26 years and under. BACA is comprised of a multidisciplinary team of child & adolescent psychiatrists, licensed marriage & family therapists, and licensed clinical social workers. We work to take the "mystery" out of psychiatric care and have a relaxed, fun, caring environment at our clinics. Our Berkeley outpatient clinic is currently impacted but we have openings for our IOPs.
Bay Area Clinical Associates (BACA) is a physician-owned and operated organization committed to providing integrated, scientific, empathetic mental health treatment for kids, teens, young adults and their families. As a note, we serve only ages 26 years and under. BACA is comprised of a multidisciplinary team of child & adolescent psychiatrists, licensed marriage & family therapists, and licensed clinical social workers. We work to take the "mystery" out of psychiatric care and have a relaxed, fun, caring environment at our clinics. Our Berkeley outpatient clinic is currently impacted but we have openings for our IOPs.
Hello and welcome! I am passionate about supporting patients through life’s challenges, helping them align their inner selves with the demands of the world. As a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, I work with children, teens, and adults, specializing in helping those frustrated by past treatments. My compassionate, collaborative approach includes therapy, medication, and innovative options like TMS. I create personalized, holistic plans to address each patient’s unique needs, fostering resilience and growth. Let’s navigate this journey together!
Hello and welcome! I am passionate about supporting patients through life’s challenges, helping them align their inner selves with the demands of the world. As a double board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, I work with children, teens, and adults, specializing in helping those frustrated by past treatments. My compassionate, collaborative approach includes therapy, medication, and innovative options like TMS. I create personalized, holistic plans to address each patient’s unique needs, fostering resilience and growth. Let’s navigate this journey together!
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT INSURANCE. Dr. Shivani Chmura is an expert in treating patients with an evidence based, compassionate approach. She also has extensive experience with medication management for eating disorders. Dr. Chmura is trained in both Child and Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry from UCSF and Stanford Universities. She uses a warm, holistic approach to treating every individual, couple, and family. Dr. Chmura is trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, (CBT, DBT, Supportive). She is an expert on pharmacologic management for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, and post-partum depression and anxiety.
PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT INSURANCE. Dr. Shivani Chmura is an expert in treating patients with an evidence based, compassionate approach. She also has extensive experience with medication management for eating disorders. Dr. Chmura is trained in both Child and Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry from UCSF and Stanford Universities. She uses a warm, holistic approach to treating every individual, couple, and family. Dr. Chmura is trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, (CBT, DBT, Supportive). She is an expert on pharmacologic management for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, ADHD, and post-partum depression and anxiety.
Welcome! I am a pediatric and adult psychiatrist who provides talk therapy and medication management. As a Bay Area native, I understand the unique charms and challenges of growing up here- and I am happy to help.
Welcome! I am a pediatric and adult psychiatrist who provides talk therapy and medication management. As a Bay Area native, I understand the unique charms and challenges of growing up here- and I am happy to help.
"Somethings's GOT to give. I can't take this any more! No one understands. My spouse? No way. The last doctor said "more meds" and spent as much time with the computer as he did with me! My teenager is sad and going no where fast. I think the younger one might have some kind of Asperger's, ADD,OCD,ODD,PSTD or some alphabet soup salad that I'm just supposed to deal with. The counselors out there are just too young to understand what I'm going through. Certainly life wasn't meant to be like this."
"Somethings's GOT to give. I can't take this any more! No one understands. My spouse? No way. The last doctor said "more meds" and spent as much time with the computer as he did with me! My teenager is sad and going no where fast. I think the younger one might have some kind of Asperger's, ADD,OCD,ODD,PSTD or some alphabet soup salad that I'm just supposed to deal with. The counselors out there are just too young to understand what I'm going through. Certainly life wasn't meant to be like this."
Keith Brar
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-C, MSN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life’s challenges? Struggling with ADHD, PTSD, OCD, or sleep issues? Family or relationship stress leaving you drained? You want relief—tools to manage emotions, improve clarity, and build better relationships. At Arkham Wellness, we create personalized care plans through therapy, medication, or treatments like TMS and Spravato to restore balance and well-being.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or life’s challenges? Struggling with ADHD, PTSD, OCD, or sleep issues? Family or relationship stress leaving you drained? You want relief—tools to manage emotions, improve clarity, and build better relationships. At Arkham Wellness, we create personalized care plans through therapy, medication, or treatments like TMS and Spravato to restore balance and well-being.
Chika Okwara
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSN, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My ideal client is someone aged 13 or older who is struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, insomnia, or adjustment issues. They seek compassionate, judgment-free support and want a collaborative, personalized approach to help them navigate and manage these challenges. Their goals include feeling more balanced, reducing distressing symptoms, and achieving mental wellness through a treatment plan that respects their unique needs and values.
My ideal client is someone aged 13 or older who is struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, insomnia, or adjustment issues. They seek compassionate, judgment-free support and want a collaborative, personalized approach to help them navigate and manage these challenges. Their goals include feeling more balanced, reducing distressing symptoms, and achieving mental wellness through a treatment plan that respects their unique needs and values.
I'm a psychiatrist who provides psychotherapy as well as medication when indicated. I have a special interest in helping individuals with anxiety disorders, difficulty with professional and personal relationships, and those going through life transitions. I have an open, integrative approach with experience working with a wide range of ages, disorders, and cultural backgrounds.
I'm a psychiatrist who provides psychotherapy as well as medication when indicated. I have a special interest in helping individuals with anxiety disorders, difficulty with professional and personal relationships, and those going through life transitions. I have an open, integrative approach with experience working with a wide range of ages, disorders, and cultural backgrounds.
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Play Therapy Psychiatrists
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.