Adlerian Therapists in Santa Clara County, CA

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Namhee Lim
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95118
Life is a challenge and people feel stuck and endure so much struggle and pain. However, everyone has inner strengths and desire to reach one’s full potential and she can help clients explore which changes could be helpful to reach their goals. Namhee considers that all people are responsible for their choices and can create and reshape themselves by moving toward their goals. Namhee’s therapeutic approach is based on Adlerian therapy that is humanistic and goal-oriented and emphasizes the individual’s strivings for success, connectedness with others, and contributions to society.
Life is a challenge and people feel stuck and endure so much struggle and pain. However, everyone has inner strengths and desire to reach one’s full potential and she can help clients explore which changes could be helpful to reach their goals. Namhee considers that all people are responsible for their choices and can create and reshape themselves by moving toward their goals. Namhee’s therapeutic approach is based on Adlerian therapy that is humanistic and goal-oriented and emphasizes the individual’s strivings for success, connectedness with others, and contributions to society.
(408) 692-6780 View (408) 692-6780
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Andrew Schnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
As human beings we learn, develop meaning, and create a sense of purpose through each other and the relationships we form. In the same spirit I believe the therapeutic process is driven by the relationship formed between the client and the therapist. This is why my approach in therapy is guided by the question - "How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for their personal growth?" I strive to create an empathic, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you feel safe and empowered to work toward personal growth and creating lasting change; forming trust and leaning toward vulnerability.
As human beings we learn, develop meaning, and create a sense of purpose through each other and the relationships we form. In the same spirit I believe the therapeutic process is driven by the relationship formed between the client and the therapist. This is why my approach in therapy is guided by the question - "How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for their personal growth?" I strive to create an empathic, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you feel safe and empowered to work toward personal growth and creating lasting change; forming trust and leaning toward vulnerability.
(650) 405-0646 View (650) 405-0646
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Reshma H Lancaster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gilroy, CA 95020
I am driven to help you lead the life you are yearning for. Many of us can feel stuck and overwhelmed with life’s challenges but you are not alone in your journey to making a healthy change. I have over 7 years of experience working with children, teens, families, couples, and adult individuals in reaching their mental health goals. I help people overcome their fears, manage anxiety, cope with depression, and improve their relationships with others. I am a strengths-based therapist who believes in meeting each client where they are and individualizing treatment to meet everyone’s unique needs.
I am driven to help you lead the life you are yearning for. Many of us can feel stuck and overwhelmed with life’s challenges but you are not alone in your journey to making a healthy change. I have over 7 years of experience working with children, teens, families, couples, and adult individuals in reaching their mental health goals. I help people overcome their fears, manage anxiety, cope with depression, and improve their relationships with others. I am a strengths-based therapist who believes in meeting each client where they are and individualizing treatment to meet everyone’s unique needs.
(408) 665-7796 View (408) 665-7796
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Nichole Brandon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
Greetings, my name is Nichole Brandon, and I prefer to be called Nikkie. I am a licensed clinical social worker and provide teletherapy all through California. I have spent much of my career working in specialty mental health, providing services to those with moderate to severe mental health conditions. Anyone diagnosed with Bi-Polar, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective. I believe everyone deserves support during tough times, and many are isolated. We are all capable of finding meaning in life, developing skills to achieve recovery, and recognizing we can move forward.
Greetings, my name is Nichole Brandon, and I prefer to be called Nikkie. I am a licensed clinical social worker and provide teletherapy all through California. I have spent much of my career working in specialty mental health, providing services to those with moderate to severe mental health conditions. Anyone diagnosed with Bi-Polar, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective. I believe everyone deserves support during tough times, and many are isolated. We are all capable of finding meaning in life, developing skills to achieve recovery, and recognizing we can move forward.
(408) 882-1804 View (408) 882-1804
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Lindsay Ward
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Mountain View, CA 94040
Hello! My name is Lindsay. I love to talk about your childhood! I work with your identity (how you see yourself) and where events happen in your development. I enjoy helping you find the real you and having better relationships with those around you. I especially love working with anger. Let's process your life events together.
Hello! My name is Lindsay. I love to talk about your childhood! I work with your identity (how you see yourself) and where events happen in your development. I enjoy helping you find the real you and having better relationships with those around you. I especially love working with anger. Let's process your life events together.
(650) 844-1239 View (650) 844-1239
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Hong Zhang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Altos, CA 94022
When we feel safe and encouraged, we change, and we thrive.
When we feel safe and encouraged, we change, and we thrive.
(650) 686-2644 View (650) 686-2644
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Patrick Joseph Purcell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Campbell, CA 95008  (Online Only)
This is my passion and my clients feel at ease with me quickly with my empathy and humor. I help relationship stress, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, grief, recovery from child and narcissistic abuse, finding their true authentic self and passion. I use client-centered Rogers, Kohut, EMDR, Beck and Ellis CBT, DBT. ACT, Jung... I am a Christian and I also respect people with other faiths or no faith. I help therapists, interns too.I am 72 years old and I have been married for 48 years to my beautiful wife singer Christina Purcell and we did individual and couple therapy too. We write songs such as the songs on her CD "Love's Calling."
This is my passion and my clients feel at ease with me quickly with my empathy and humor. I help relationship stress, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, grief, recovery from child and narcissistic abuse, finding their true authentic self and passion. I use client-centered Rogers, Kohut, EMDR, Beck and Ellis CBT, DBT. ACT, Jung... I am a Christian and I also respect people with other faiths or no faith. I help therapists, interns too.I am 72 years old and I have been married for 48 years to my beautiful wife singer Christina Purcell and we did individual and couple therapy too. We write songs such as the songs on her CD "Love's Calling."
(831) 219-2362 View (831) 219-2362
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Maggie Tsai
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Saratoga, CA 95070
Life transitions usually become more stressful and even intimidating when doubled up with unprocessed trauma. Anxiety, stress, fear, anger, low self-esteem, grief, and/or depression are just some of the symptoms. Our brain is an incredible processing machine, which digests and organizes our experiences. But life encounters are just too many. Much of our experience, including childhood trauma, family of origin and attachment issues, can be frozen in an unawakened state. As a therapist, I work with clients to promote the processing clients need for emotional release and healing.
Life transitions usually become more stressful and even intimidating when doubled up with unprocessed trauma. Anxiety, stress, fear, anger, low self-esteem, grief, and/or depression are just some of the symptoms. Our brain is an incredible processing machine, which digests and organizes our experiences. But life encounters are just too many. Much of our experience, including childhood trauma, family of origin and attachment issues, can be frozen in an unawakened state. As a therapist, I work with clients to promote the processing clients need for emotional release and healing.
(408) 542-0098 View (408) 542-0098
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Morgan Joines
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Welcome! There comes a time in everyone's life when talking to someone is a healthy step in bringing peace and balance to ones life. If you are reading this, you are one step closer to deciding if talking to a therapist is right for you at this time in your life. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and safe in the therapeutic process. To help build trust, that therapy can be a useful and effective tool to help achieve the health, healing and balance that you wish to bring to your life.
Welcome! There comes a time in everyone's life when talking to someone is a healthy step in bringing peace and balance to ones life. If you are reading this, you are one step closer to deciding if talking to a therapist is right for you at this time in your life. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and safe in the therapeutic process. To help build trust, that therapy can be a useful and effective tool to help achieve the health, healing and balance that you wish to bring to your life.
(408) 609-3863 View (408) 609-3863
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Angelita M. Pabros
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95126
Life is a challenge and may be overwhelming at times for you as you are suffering from depression. Even the brave step in finding emotional support through therapy may be difficult to initiate for some people. My goal is to assist clients in helping them understand that there is a process of recovery of depression and to raise their awareness that they are not alone.
Life is a challenge and may be overwhelming at times for you as you are suffering from depression. Even the brave step in finding emotional support through therapy may be difficult to initiate for some people. My goal is to assist clients in helping them understand that there is a process of recovery of depression and to raise their awareness that they are not alone.
(650) 667-7872 x425 View (650) 667-7872 x425
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Irit Broner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95129
Welcome, I am offering you a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings and learn new ways to cope with life challenges. I am a bilingual therapist providing therapy in both English and Hebrew. I provide psychotherapy to individuals, families, couples, and children. My approach to therapy is humanistic based on empathy, acceptance, and collaboration.
Welcome, I am offering you a safe place to explore your thoughts and feelings and learn new ways to cope with life challenges. I am a bilingual therapist providing therapy in both English and Hebrew. I provide psychotherapy to individuals, families, couples, and children. My approach to therapy is humanistic based on empathy, acceptance, and collaboration.
(209) 340-9538 View (209) 340-9538
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Elinor Wahrmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Altos, CA 94022
Feeling stuck or uncertain about how to move forward in your life? Sometimes we find ourselves stuck in patterns that are not serving us, feeling like we don’t measure up to others expectations or held back by a fear of being judged or criticized. I want you to know that it doesn't have to be this way. Life CAN get better. You deserve to feel supported by someone who truly gets it! Whether you're navigating a big life change, working through a complex dynamic in your relationship, or struggling with stress and burnout, I'm here to help you find the path forward that feels right for you.
Feeling stuck or uncertain about how to move forward in your life? Sometimes we find ourselves stuck in patterns that are not serving us, feeling like we don’t measure up to others expectations or held back by a fear of being judged or criticized. I want you to know that it doesn't have to be this way. Life CAN get better. You deserve to feel supported by someone who truly gets it! Whether you're navigating a big life change, working through a complex dynamic in your relationship, or struggling with stress and burnout, I'm here to help you find the path forward that feels right for you.
(650) 374-0478 View (650) 374-0478
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Kathleen Graham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Gatos, CA 95030
Life can be filled with challenges and difficulties. Many people struggle with pain from the past or the present. I offer a safe place where you can work through obstacles and gain a clearer understanding of what could bring greater meaning and satisfaction to your life. Together we can explore issues that may impact your well-being and your relationships. This may include help with depression, anxiety, communication with others, grief, loss, life transitions, changes in health or your personal life, or working towards overcoming emotional pain and trauma.
Life can be filled with challenges and difficulties. Many people struggle with pain from the past or the present. I offer a safe place where you can work through obstacles and gain a clearer understanding of what could bring greater meaning and satisfaction to your life. Together we can explore issues that may impact your well-being and your relationships. This may include help with depression, anxiety, communication with others, grief, loss, life transitions, changes in health or your personal life, or working towards overcoming emotional pain and trauma.
(669) 242-5725 View (669) 242-5725
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Donald Bender
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
(408) 878-1791 View (408) 878-1791
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Nazanin Khatami
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94301
This-is-important! It won’t go away when you turn your back. It won’t sort itself out while you distract yourself with other things. You may well need a hand in resolving things but only YOU can take the first step and ask for that help, which we are all PERFECTLY allowed to need sometimes. Resilience isn’t about never being angry, sad, fearful or guilty. It is about knowing how to respond appropriately.
This-is-important! It won’t go away when you turn your back. It won’t sort itself out while you distract yourself with other things. You may well need a hand in resolving things but only YOU can take the first step and ask for that help, which we are all PERFECTLY allowed to need sometimes. Resilience isn’t about never being angry, sad, fearful or guilty. It is about knowing how to respond appropriately.
(650) 300-0481 View (650) 300-0481
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Hanna Y. Chang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95110
Life can get really stressful, whether it's work, family, relationships, or even issues within yourself. My goal is to show you not only changes within therapy but also outside of therapy. I see every client as an individual and I truly care about your progress in the work we do together. Because everyone is different, your path to healing or growth may look different than other people around you. It would be a privilege to help you find these resources in yourself and to walk with you on your pathway to wellness.
Life can get really stressful, whether it's work, family, relationships, or even issues within yourself. My goal is to show you not only changes within therapy but also outside of therapy. I see every client as an individual and I truly care about your progress in the work we do together. Because everyone is different, your path to healing or growth may look different than other people around you. It would be a privilege to help you find these resources in yourself and to walk with you on your pathway to wellness.
(408) 741-9814 View (408) 741-9814
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CBT, Janie Hart
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040  (Online Only)
Ineffective therapy can leave clients feeling hopeless, confused, and frustrated. If you’re ready for therapy that goes beyond endless talking and leads to lasting results, I can help. I love treating clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, faith transitions, stress, weight/body image concerns, PTSD/trauma, and more. I have found that clients who see the best results are those who understand that change takes effort. Effort means confronting truths, sitting with discomfort, and doing your homework. My clients can expect to feel better, more equipped, and more empowered.
Ineffective therapy can leave clients feeling hopeless, confused, and frustrated. If you’re ready for therapy that goes beyond endless talking and leads to lasting results, I can help. I love treating clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, faith transitions, stress, weight/body image concerns, PTSD/trauma, and more. I have found that clients who see the best results are those who understand that change takes effort. Effort means confronting truths, sitting with discomfort, and doing your homework. My clients can expect to feel better, more equipped, and more empowered.
(650) 910-7517 View (650) 910-7517
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Ulysees Cantero
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95123
Hi, I'm Ulysees, or simply "UC"! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, working with clients via telehealth. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma to name a few. I tend to be solution focused and will utilize a combination of approaches to work with you while trying to resolve various situations. Life experiences and my desire to help others is a primary factor behind becoming a therapist. I am also registered with the CA Board of Behavioral Science (BBS). I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for pre-teens, teens, and adults, who may be dealing with life challenges and social pressures.
Hi, I'm Ulysees, or simply "UC"! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, working with clients via telehealth. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma to name a few. I tend to be solution focused and will utilize a combination of approaches to work with you while trying to resolve various situations. Life experiences and my desire to help others is a primary factor behind becoming a therapist. I am also registered with the CA Board of Behavioral Science (BBS). I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for pre-teens, teens, and adults, who may be dealing with life challenges and social pressures.
(408) 317-4271 View (408) 317-4271
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Beth E Wolff
Counselor, MA, LPCC, PPS
Verified Verified
Los Altos, CA 94022
I believe in focusing on "what's right with you" and not "what's wrong with you." Too many people overlook positive effort, persistence and one's innately good instincts, and instead focus on deficits. By leveraging strengths against challenges, clients are much more able to grow and develop into healthy and capable adults. I have worked with neurodivergent and neurotypical K12 and college students for over 15 years on discovering their skills and assets, their learning styles, social styles, preferences, opinions and everything else that makes them uniquely who they are.
I believe in focusing on "what's right with you" and not "what's wrong with you." Too many people overlook positive effort, persistence and one's innately good instincts, and instead focus on deficits. By leveraging strengths against challenges, clients are much more able to grow and develop into healthy and capable adults. I have worked with neurodivergent and neurotypical K12 and college students for over 15 years on discovering their skills and assets, their learning styles, social styles, preferences, opinions and everything else that makes them uniquely who they are.
(650) 885-9212 View (650) 885-9212
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Lana Shatil
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
If you stay awake at night with troubling thoughts, feel lonely even when in a relationship, and use distractions of substances, media, sex, or work, I invite you to take ownership of your life. Relational issues in private or professional life, parenting, career decisions, unpleasant symptoms of depression or anxiety, moods preventing enjoyment of life, identity concerns, and problematic behavior patterns are all welcome here as they are our guideposts for exploration. I believe in a holistic approach to healing with the mind, heart, body, and spirit integrated.
If you stay awake at night with troubling thoughts, feel lonely even when in a relationship, and use distractions of substances, media, sex, or work, I invite you to take ownership of your life. Relational issues in private or professional life, parenting, career decisions, unpleasant symptoms of depression or anxiety, moods preventing enjoyment of life, identity concerns, and problematic behavior patterns are all welcome here as they are our guideposts for exploration. I believe in a holistic approach to healing with the mind, heart, body, and spirit integrated.
(408) 351-8078 View (408) 351-8078

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Adlerian Therapists

How does Adlerian psychology work?

In the framework of Adlerian therapy, people are motivated by a sense of belonging and community, which drives them to surmount feelings of inferiority so as to contribute to their society; fulfilling these desires can help people flourish. Adlerian therapy proceeds in four stages—engagement, assessment, insight, and reorientation—in an overall effort to understand the client’s past and to achieve their present-day humanistic goals.

Is Adlerian therapy humanistic?

Yes, Adlerian psychology is humanistic; it focuses on the whole person, emphasizes their strengths rather than just their symptoms, and centers them in determining how they can grow and flourish. This school of thought informed the work of Abraham Maslow, who went on to develop humanistic psychology.

How long does Adlerian therapy take?

Adlerian therapy is a short-term, goal-oriented form of therapy that takes around 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Of course, some people may be in therapy for a shorter or longer time frame; length depends on the individual and the problem or condition they wish to treat. Clients can ask their therapist about the timeline for treatment before they begin and check in periodically to ensure that they’re on the same page in terms of progress.

Is Adlerian therapy evidence based?

There is not as much evidence to support the effectiveness of Adlerian therapy as there is for other types of therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. But Adlerian therapy may be the right therapy for some people—whether they’re seeking to treat mental disorders or achieve self-growth—especially those looking for a holistic approach that emphasizes relationships, community, self-worth, and purpose.