Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

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San Jose, CA 95125

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I offer warm, personalized psychiatric care in English or Spanish to adults and older teens (16+) in California. Most visits are via telehealth, with some in-person options in the SF Bay Area, Santa Cruz/Monterey, and LA/San Diego regions. I combine expert medical care with a down-to-earth, supportive approach grounded in partnership and respect, helping you feel safe to talk openly—at your own pace—about what’s been hard and what matters most. Treatment is individually tailored and may include psychotherapy, psychiatric medication, lifestyle guidance, or a combination of approaches. I’m happy to coordinate with outside therapists.

My work is informed by medical and psychiatric training, personal experience, and education surrounding social identity, community and social support, access to resources, and safety and trauma. I’m especially helpful when symptoms feel complex or overlap with physical health, sleep, diet, medications, or social and community stressors.

I support people navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, relationships, identity and belonging, life transitions, grief, change, uncertainty, and more. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing on you, draw on your strengths, and move toward greater ease, balance, and meaning—in a way that fits your needs. You don’t have to face this alone.

Call or Email Nicole Alba-Valencia now for a free 15 minute consultation - (669) 316-1962

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Jose, CA 95125

(669) 316-1962

Santa Monica, CA 90401

My website

I offer therapy and psychiatric medication management, primarily via telehealth, with some in-person options and flexible appointment times.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Life Transitions

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (669) 316-1962

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Jose, CA 95125

(669) 316-1962

Santa Monica, CA 90401

My website

I offer therapy and psychiatric medication management, primarily via telehealth, with some in-person options and flexible appointment times.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Life Transitions

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Out of Network

My practice is private-pay and does not bill insurance, which allows for more personalized, in-depth care. Superbills and guidance are available for out-of-network reimbursement, as permitted by your plan, or for payment using HSA/FSA funds. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A94404 Nicole Alba-Valencia

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 17 years

UCSF School of Medicine, MD, Graduated 2004

Additional Credentials

Degree/Diploma from Harbor-UCLA Psychiatry Psychiatry Residency / 2009

Degree/Diploma from Stanford University School of Medicine Medical Internship and PGY-2 / 2006

I've been practicing psychiatry for 17 years. As a psychiatrist, I'm a medical doctor specializing in mental health. I have additional psychotherapy training and a background in psychology. I take a whole-person, trauma-informed approach. Trained at UCSF, Stanford, Harbor-UCLA, UC Berkeley, and UCSD

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Life Transitions

Expertise

ADHD
Anger Management
Autism
Caregivers
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Depression
First Responders
Geriatric and Seniors
Grief
Identity and belonging
Medication Management
Mood Disorders
Neurodivergence
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Psychosis
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Women's Issues

I support people navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, relationships, identity and belonging, life transitions, grief, change, uncertainty, and more. Together, we'll explore what's been weighing on you, draw on your strengths, and move toward greater ease, balance, and meaning—in a way that fits your needs. You don't have to face this alone.

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

I support people navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, relationships, identity and belonging, life transitions, grief, change, uncertainty, and more. Together, we'll explore what's been weighing on you, draw on your strengths, and move toward greater ease, balance, and meaning—in a way that fits your needs. You don't have to face this alone.

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Little Person Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Little Person Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Integrative
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. Treatment may include therapy, psychiatric medication, or lifestyle practices. I'm happy to coordinate with outside therapists. I draw from insight-oriented therapy, CBT, and DBT/mindfulness, and when appropriate I'm direct and use humor and creativity. Together, we'll identify patterns, strengths, and what best supports your goals.

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 316-1962

Location

Primary Location

San Jose, CA 95125

(669) 316-1962

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Additional Location

Santa Monica, CA 90401

(669) 316-1962

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I offer therapy and psychiatric medication management, primarily via telehealth, with some in-person options and flexible appointment times.

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call for a free consultation now - (669) 316-1962

I offer therapy and psychiatric medication management, primarily via telehealth, with some in-person options and flexible appointment times.

Nicole Alba-Valencia

Psychiatrist, MD

Call for a free consultation now - (669) 316-1962

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