Therapists in 95030

My approach to counseling integrates evidence-based treatments (EMDR, DBT), mindfulness-awareness skills (MBCT, ACT) 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.

Are you, your teen, or your family struggling? Do you often feel anxious, depressed, lost or hopeless? Sometimes life feels overwhelming and we need a safe, compassionate place to express our thoughts and learn skills to manage the challenges we face. I can help you learn valuable lifelong tools while helping you live the life you want to live. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have a passion for helping people. My therapeutic approach is flexible and individualized for you. I work to help you become more compassionate, understanding and accepting with yourself and others in your life. 

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.

Do you get easily overwhelmed? Do you experience your emotions and senses more intensely than others? Are you deeply empathic and intuitive? You may be a Highly Sensitive Person! I specialize in working with highly sensitive adults and enjoy helping them learn about their strengths and how to navigate feelings of overwhelm. I offer individual counseling sessions online to those living in California. Please feel free to send me a message or call me to discuss your goals for counseling. My current openings are on Thursdays and Fridays. I'm looking forward to connecting with you and supporting you in reaching your goals :).

Is your child struggling? Are you wondering if there might be something going on for them, such as a learning, emotional, or attention difference? Perhaps, you suspect that your child is gifted or twice-exceptional. I can help. I provide evidence-based, strengths-focused assessment, therapy, and consultation services for children, teens, and young adults, and their families. My areas of expertise are in giftedness, twice exceptionality, learning differences, Autism, ADHD, social processing, and anxiety.

We are living in unprecedented times. Change is constant and the ability to stay calm, reflective and aligned to our truest selves isn't so easy. I believe each person has the power and ability to heal themselves. And, we could all use some guidance, support, and tools as well as age-old wisdom along the way. If you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma or want break old patterns that aren't serving you -- to live a life with more meaning, value, and joy, I am happy to be your guide. The journey to healing, balance and connection with your highest self awaits you -- to live more deeply, mindfully and awakened.

My aim is to assist clients in being happier, healthier, and stronger as they encounter the hurdles that the different phases of life can bring. Whether those hurdles are internal, interpersonal or professional, most clients walk out of sessions feeling understood, really seen, smarter about themselves and their situation, and with real tools to positively affect their lives. Often interpersonal relationships prove the most challenging over time, triggering defensive/protective reactions that usually make things worse. Working in these arenas can bring valuable awareness, and offer pathways to challenge and change perspectives.

Are you sad, anxious, lonely, frustrated, scared, angry, ...? Do you feel your pain is lasting longer than you wanted it? Have you been considering to seek help but you are scared and not sure what to expect from therapy? Are you uncertain how therapy would help you? Are you wondering if you could be in control of what and which direction would be the goal of your appointments? Are you afraid of being aware? These are just examples of how people feel when initially consider therapy.

I specialize in supporting new and expecting families experiencing prenatal/postpartum depression and anxiety, relationship and attachment issues, birth trauma, and loss. The journey into motherhood invites us to experience intense love and joy, but it also touches our most raw and vulnerable parts. We may experience worries of not being good enough or fears of losing our identity. I understand how difficult it can be to take time for yourself when you feel overwhelmed and sleep deprived. But I also know that taking the time now to increase self-awareness can move you beyond survival and transform your experience of motherhood.

Do you feel guilty about things you've said and done? Do you lose sleep because of these feelings? Would you like to forgive yourself? What about repairing or rebuilding your relationships? We all think about our relationships during our lives. Yet this "unfinished business" can be an energy drain, robbing us of vitality and preventing us from having the life we truly want. Left unchecked, it can lead to depression and anxiety. One of life's most important processes is the act of forgiveness -- a process which rids us of self-loathing and bitterness so that we won't live in constant anguish.

When you begin each day feeling lost, uncertain, and worried it can be overwhelming. If these feelings persist, you may notice anxious, nervous, or depressive behaviors and things just don't feel right. Perhaps you've observed communication problems, unhealthy relationships, or excessive work are becoming more frequent and you're not sure how you got to this place. Talking with a trusted therapist can help you acknowledge and reflect on what's happening, and discover ways to change yourself. I can help you develop tools that will lead you to a more intentional, fulfilling life.

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.

Have you ever felt like someone could help you lift up your life? Therapy is a shared process with you and me together to discuss your uncomfortable issues. I offer warmth and compassion to enhance your ability to make your own choices and take actions that are effective toward your goals. My approach is evidence-based and client-centered, and it is influenced by mindfulness, multicultural perspectives, and family systems. I carefully draw from the insights and techniques from psychological theories that I believe can effect change.

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.

Finding a therapist is a difficult process. Sharing your struggles and burdens with a new person is difficult. I hope to provide a safe space for you to share your story and discover your inner strength. Clients who fit well with me have often suffered through betrayal, abuse, neglect, or confusing relationships. Experience of trauma can create anxiety, emotional difficulties, avoidance, difficulties in relationship, and depression. When difficult emotions arise, unhelpful coping mechanisms can emerge and lead to more suffering. Finding emotional security and discovering one’s inner strength can be the key to recovery.

With my experience throughout my therapist career life, I find people are able to get in touch with their own voice, motivation, and wisdom when they feel heard, seen, and understood. I provide therapy with love and care to clients and help them see and change their pattern in the here-and-now moment in the therapeutic relationship. Besides providing psychoeducation and coping skills to help clients manage their symptoms, I devote my work to helping clients explore their ways of transformation and getting closer to their True Self.

You are frustrated with people in your life. You have resentment toward those you are meant to love; you feel misunderstood and judged; you worry others view you badly; you feel disconnected and excluded. Relationship feels confusing and frustrating. It feels like nothing you try works, you feel like it's your fault, and you feel empty inside. Your anxiety and loneliness won't go away on its own. Let me help you understand why you feel the way you do, help you gain abilities to truly connected with people, and mental clarity to handle interpersonal exchanges in ways that feels confident, caring, and thoughtful.

Life can be challenging and sometimes we need support to navigate our way. Whether you are stuck in a pattern that is no longer working for you, facing a new challenge, or wanting to improve the quality of your life and relationships, I offer a supportive, yet direct approach to therapy.