Couples Counseling Therapists in Los Altos, CA
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Ximena M Zurita
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Are you suffering or feeling stuck, overwhelmed, unhappy in one or more areas of your life? Do you wish you had a better
relationship
with those you love the most? Do you make the best decisions? Are you aware of your self-defeating behaviors? Have you ever experienced a traumatic event? Do you wish your life felt better? Is your physical health compromised? These are some of the concerns clients bring to the consulting room. Guided by supportive-expressive interventions; together, we'll examine the ways in which you suffer and create from this experience a more compassionate and psychologically healthier model of living.
Darin A Conway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialty is working with anxiety, depression, bipolar, self-harm, substance use, suicidal ideation and
relationship
issues.
Working with individuals who feel they need some extra support to tackle challenges that life throws at them is my passion. I believe that through the
relationship
and work between client and therapist, behaviors can be adjusted, relationships can be mended, unhealthy coping skills can be identified and reworked, and healthy change can occur. I create a safe, comfortable therapeutic environment where individuals can succeed in making positive growth in their lives. Taking a straightforward, honest, relaxed and empathetic approach to supporting clients frees clients to open up, discover their strengths and make the most of therapy.
Tracy A Greene
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced psychotherapist who gets how hard life and therapy can be. I take an honest, empathetic, humorous and direct approach to our work and value the
relationship
we’ll make. Life is just one
relationship
after another, whether it be with your
partner
, your boss, or your phone and each has a positive and negative effect. My job is to help you untangle and understand those relationships to help you feel more connected, happy and maybe get that promotion.
Rik Rusovick
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Do you regularly face the effects of depression, anxiety, work burnout,
relationship
problems, or the use of drugs and alcohol? Do often feel at odds with yourself and your circumstances? Inner conflict, self criticism, rigid all or nothing ways of thinking, and unwillingness to accept ourselves for who we really are, block what we want in our lives. Therapy need not be long term nor require seeming endless focus on the past. You can decide what to work on and always have a say in the direction we take. There are solutions and you can feel like you are being true to yourself and to those who care about what's happening to you.
Tamar Berry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I believe in connecting and supporting you in a compassionate way. I can help you find a resolution and create a positive change by working with the body – mind connection while applying methods such as Hakomi and IFS. When working together, we'll focus on the present moment as you head down the path to healing and health. With over 15 years in the field supporting adults,
couples
and families, I have developed the unique ability to bring to light your strengths while providing a platform of hope and happiness.
Jan Schroeder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Our
relationship
is the foundation of your therapy.
Talk to me. Your experience matters! Are you taking care of everyone else's needs and can't even remember the last time you did something just for you? How did that happen? Are you struggling to resolve a problem with a family member, a friend, your boss, a co-worker and not sure what to do, what to say or how to say it? Do you feel stuck and need help getting unstuck? Are you feeling sad and don’t understand why? Sometimes life can feel hard. You might feel confused, overwhelmed, alone. Talk to me. I believe I can help.
John McKellar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Los Altos, CA. I have over 20 years of experience providing psychological services to individuals and
couples
. My specializations include treatment of depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, insomnia, stress management, trauma, and
couples
therapy. I work with adolescents, adults, and
couples
.
Claire V. Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
While our past can deeply impact our sense of who we are and the choices we make, it does not need to define us. With care, attention and a little practice, I believe that it is entirely possible to transform familiar but unwanted ways of thinking, feeling and relating. I enjoy helping individuals of all ages develop healthier ways of being that are built on a more compassionate
relationship
with themselves and those they love.
Laurén O'Brien
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified
Verified
I appreciate the time you are taking to find a clinician, as this
relationship
is essential to addressing your therapy goals. I work with clients across the lifespan, including preteens, teens, adults,
couples
, and families. My clients are often at a crossroads, deciding the next steps regarding life transitions, changing behaviors that are no longer serving them, or desiring to deepen their
relationship
with their selves and those close to them. I consider it my role to act as a consultant and guide as you utilize your strengths, skills, and resources to build the life you have envisioned.
Cely M Queiroz
Marriage & Family Therapist, PAC, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes life presents us with challenges, and therapy is an opportunity to evaluate what is beneficial, what we might want to modify, and what direction we want to go. As a licensed therapist, I am here to support you through our therapeutic
relationship
. I provide a safe, non judgmental and unconditional environment to explore. Together, we gain insight into troubling issues on cognitive, emotional and experiential levels. I can
partner
with you to help you move from contemplation to action. I can collaborate with you individually, as a couple, as parents, or as a family. View more at my site celytherapy.com
Judith Saeks Gable
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As a seasoned therapist & clinical supervisor for 35+ years, I am honored to assist you in your personal &/or professional journey towards growth & a greater sense of well-being. My role is as witness & facilitator in the therapeutic process to help you gain deeper insight, awareness, self-compassion, and useful practices leading you towards your intended goals. I am acutely attuned to the individuals with whom I work & so the therapeutic journey is unique to what you bring & what you need. I will
partner
with you in a collaborative & dynamic fashion, insuring you feel empowered along the way. We'll use the therapeutic process to:
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My treatment specialties and areas of interest include: therapy for depression and anxiety,
relationship
issues, work and career issues, stress management, aging, living with medical issues, parenting issues, conflict resolution, grief counseling, addiction and recovery, identity development, and men's issues.
Welcome! With a warm, open, and interactive style, I aim to work collaboratively with you to help you examine what is getting in the way of your well being, learn new ways to approach your challenges and concerns, and move your life in a direction that is reflective of what matters to you most. I offer both brief and long term psychotherapy. I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
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Jennifer L Royer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As your therapist I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment, where you will will feel open to exploring your struggles. I believe that a strong therapeutic
relationship
is critical to effective treatment. We will work collaboratively to identify the solutions to what is troubling you. I have successfully helped teens and adults struggling with abuse, anxiety, depression, family issues, grief, low self esteem, mood disorders, and life transitions. I have worked with families to help rebuild communication and understanding between parents and their children.
Natalie Shahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Developing deep connections with others has always been my passion. I work with adults, adolescents,
couples
, and families on
relationship
issues, parenting, pregnancy and postpartum, and other life challenges such as anxiety and depression.
Howard Scott Warshaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, ME, MFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Let's have the conversation that changes your life. I help gifted problem solvers overcome the challenges (and clean up the messes) they tend to create. I'm The Silicon Valley Therapist, a former engineer with genuine people skills. I'm fluent in both English and Nerd, and can bridge the abyss between them. Would insight, compassion and inspiration help? My esoteric blend of experience, skill and humor enables individuals to thrive and
couples
to reconnect. I work with HiTech professionals and the Super-Intelligent (and those trying to love them). What does "doing better" mean to you right now?
Debbie Marshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I've helped many
couples
feel supported and cared for as they make one of the biggest decisions of their lives.
If making a baby is going to take more than the two of you... If you’ve waited to have a family... You have the dream job that you've always wanted. But now with your
partner
’s work schedule and travel, it's complicated. You know you are going to have to take some steps toward getting the family you want. You’re feeling so disappointed in yourself and your body. You’re so stressed, wondering why you’re body isn’t working and you’re trying to figure out what your options are. You know you want to have a family. You know you are going to have a family. But, you know you are going to need help. I can help you find your way!
Jaclyn Kelly Long
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It is my passion to help people lead fulfilling lives and cultivate nourishing relationships. Through mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems and somatic interventions, I empower adults, children & teens with tools to navigate their lives and nourish their relationships. I offer
couples counseling
, parenting support and therapy for children & teens who are struggling with worry, stress, anxiety, defiance, depression and overwhelm. I also offer support for loss & major life transitions. It is a sincere honor to work with my clients, and I hope I get the opportunity to work with you!
Yishan Xu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Others may use some help with improving communication and
relationship
.
I have 3 specialties: sex therapy, sleep treatment, and child/teen mental health. Mind & Body Garden Psychology is a Mandarin-English multicultural group practice with 20+ bilingual therapists, psychiatrists, etc. We provide psychotherapy and neuropsychological assessment services, and see our roles as gardeners. When people come to us seeking support, they may have too many branches of mental blocks and bushes of stress in their lives. What we can do is to help people be more aware of the branches and bushes that impact their quality of life, and then assist them to trim these parts, cope with stress, and live happily.
Natalie Lin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adults and
couples
. I offer a collaborative, direct and non-judgmental approach empowering you to use your strengths, expertise and abilities to find meaning and purpose during life's toughest transitions. Through the dynamic
relationship
of therapy, I can help you uncover frustrating patterns and behaviors, build insight and awareness to develop and sustain healthier relationships, and move towards healing. Taking the next step to talk with someone is vulnerable, but often life altering and healing in itself.
Chen Bentov-Hamam
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
In my role as your therapist, I listen, think , propose, explore, teach, and challenge. My approach to therapy is best described as caring, and compassionate. I am committed to providing depth-oriented psychotherapy for you and your loved one. I bring a warm, non-judgmental approach that provides a safe environment and opportunities to address both short and long terms goals. Grief, loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, ADHD, Asperger, divorce, postpartum depression, cultural diversity and adjustment, are among the different issues I have experience working with. I work with adult,
couples
, school-age children, pre-teens, adolescents, and their families.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.