Therapists in 95030

It’s human to want things to be different but to feel wary of change; that’s how we get stuck. For more than 25 years I’ve helped people – adults, teens, pre-teens and couples - get unstuck. My down-to-earth and non-judgmental style will help you talk freely about your concerns and hopes. Together we’ll help you create a new direction in life that fits your unique circumstances - no "one size fits all" approach here. Whether your problem is with your child, your partner, your boss or yourself, I can help you sort it all out so you feel your life is back on track again.

I've always had a deep interest in understanding people and learning about their personal experiences. Being a helper and a nurturer, this passion has led me to being a therapist. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I empower people to effectively make the changes to improve their lives. It is important for me to respect that each person is coming into therapy with a unique situation and to take time to create a thoughtful treatment approach that would best suit your needs. We will work collaboratively through your therapeutic process encouraging you to take the steps towards the changes you’d like to see come to fruition.

If you find yourself experiencing worry or conflict in your life or are a parent of a child or teen who is struggling, I may be able to help.

Often people look for therapeutic support when they or someone they love are in crisis. Perhaps you are a concerned parent wondering why your home lacks peace and how you can keep things together. Maybe you are a teen overwhelmed by negative thoughts and you want to make the pain stop. It may be you are a new mom who feels alone with your baby and wonders if you will ever feel rested again. Sometimes there is just so much change and uncertainty in the world that you need to find a new path. Please know you do not have to figure things out alone.

I work best with high functioning individuals in executive roles and couples struggling with relationship issues, life events , depression and anxiety. When you are heard, seen, and encouraged, helped to explore and re-discover what you feel passionate and enlivened about, there is a good chance you will grow. You're probably here because perhaps you feel stuck, frustrated and discouraged - in your relationships, your job or with life in general and you want to make some fundamental changes and need some guidance and support. I can help you with this.

Now accepting new clients! With over 18 years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist, I specialize in assessing and treating children and teenagers, from age 3 to 18. I help children and teenagers on a variety of issues, such as low self-esteem, sadness, anxiety, shyness, anger, emotional regulation, school problems, social difficulties including making and keeping friends, handling conflict, and peer pressure. I also have extensive experience and specialization in providing assessment and treatment for children and teenagers who have autism or Asperger's. Call today for a free 30-minute phone consultation.

My approach to counseling integrates evidence-based treatments, mindfulness-awareness skills and person-centered counseling with art therapy theories and practices. In our sessions, I will work with you to increase wellness, improve your sense of self-compassion, build on your creativity and identify personal strengths. I will work with you to achieve the changes you seek in your unique journey of healing, growth, balance and sustained mental health in life.

As a therapist I am here to hold hope for you when you are unable to hold hope for yourself. It may often feel like you've tried everything but nothing works, at least not long term. You find yourself worrying and often struggle with things that feel outside of your control. I believe one of the bravest things you can do for yourself or your teen is prioritize mental health. There is no shame in needing additional support. Together we will work toward your goals and begin your healing.

In a culture that is fast paced with heavy demands on our time, so many of us do not have safe spaces to reflect, feel, listen and learn about ourselves. This can lead to dis-ease. I believe that providing a warm, judgement free space to discover and untangle some of the thoughts, feelings and experiences that bind us can lead to greater freedom of choice, better health and overall wellness. We all hold the answers to the peace we are looking for.

If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, or struggle with anxiety, anger or depression, you are in the right place. If you have goals you'd like to achieve (any goal imaginable) and are struggling to reach these goals, you are ALSO in the right place. I can provide you the tools to be more in control of your thoughts, emotions and behaviors, live your life in a "flow state," and actualize your dreams and desires. Join me online via my private practice.

My clinical philosophy is to approach you as a whole person and not just your target symptoms. Empathetic and thoughtful, I tailor a personalized, cutting edge treatment plan specifically for your needs and level of readiness. Although typically described as gentle and warm, I offer tough love too as I will hold you accountable as you work to confront your fears. Together we can uncover what is stopping you from living according to your values and help you to remove those barriers. Ultimately I will help you to achieve measurable progress toward your goals.

Are you struggling with a transition, experiencing the loss of a loved one or a relationship, or perhaps have lost touch with your own sense of joy and vibrancy? Therapy can help to bring you to a new place of understanding, perspective, inspiration and purpose. I am passionate about supporting individuals to create and live authentic, heart-centered lives.

Life can be challenging sometimes ... especially for those of us in the Bay Area. On the surface, everything seems great. Yet, many of us are stressed, overwhelmed, and irritable. This often comes from a deep sense of feeling unfulfilled, empty, helpless, and unsatisfied. As a result, our relationships may suffer and our jobs as parents can become especially difficult. That's where I come in. -- My passion is helping you understand what's holding you back ... and developing ways to help you live a more fulfilled, balanced, and harmonious life.

Have you ever wished you could be more in control of your emotions, experience more joy and fulfillment, or have less conflict in your relationships? If so, I would be honored to support you on your healing journey of self-discovery and skill building. One’s past experiences combined with current stressors and life’s demands can be overwhelming, even painful, but you do not need to manage it all by yourself. Support is available!

Would you like to improve your relationship by strengthening communication, dealing with conflict effectively, reviving intimacy, or balancing family/work demands? Do you want to get beyond feeling stuck in self-sabotaging and self-destructive habits? Are you tired of dealing with the emotional and physical effects of anxiety? As a specialist in couples therapy and anxiety treatment for adults, I work with people to explore unproductive patterns and develop more useful alternatives for healthier relationships and satisfying lives.

If you are stuck, thinking the same thoughts over and over, lying awake, unable to turn off your brain - we need to talk! I can help you climb out of your rut, and consider the alternatives. Drawing on several therapeutic modalities, I customize a treatment strategy best suited to your problem, temperament, and personal strengths. With a practice in Los Gatos, I have developed a number of specialties, relevant to the Silicon Valley high-tech, high-achievement, high-pressure environment: anxiety; life-work balance; obesity; chronic pain management; mood disorders; workplace conflict; relationship issues; and coping skills.

If you are considering ways to make your life better today, I can help you identify what keeps you stuck and develop new strategies so that you can make successful changes in your life. I am a collaborative and compassionate therapist who will provide support and practical feedback to help you address your personal life challenges.

Frustrated by your relationships or feeling like you live life on everyone else's terms but your own? I am a warm, interactive partner in solution-focused conversation cradled with a sense of deep optimism which comes from both my professional training and from being a fellow traveler in negotiating life's challenges. I quickly assess what my clients needs are and provide concrete understanding, tools, skills, and solutions for their circumstances. I help you build inner resilience and self-esteem in the same way you boost your immune system when you feel worn down.

There is no "one size fits all" therapy approach but my goal as a psychotherapist is to help each unique client strengthen relationships, gain resilience, heal from pain and create hope for their future.