Couples Counseling Therapists in Menlo Park, CA

Do you experience difficulty managing conflict in your relationship ? Maybe one of you has an anger problem, or you withdraw during conflict. Maybe it's time to re-light the flame. Perhaps parenting struggles, particularly with teenagers, are wearing you out. Or, you cannot agree on parenting techniques. Maybe substance abuse is hurting you or a loved one, and you want help addressing it. I have 30 years experience dealing with couple/marital, parenting and substance abuse issues. Learn practical solutions that can help reduce these, and other stressors in your life.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY34408) providing individual and couples therapy to adults. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based treatments for anxiety, OCD, trauma-related disorders, and relationship challenges. My approach is nonjudgmental, genuine, and flexible as I support clients in learning new strategies that support their wellbeing. Since we learn best by doing, I approach therapy actively and collaboratively as I encourage clients to try out new ways of relating to themselves and others.

I work best with individuals and couples who are interested in understanding how they got stuck and who want to develop skills and insights to move forward. Everyone gets stuck in their life or relationships at times. Perhaps there is job stress, a new baby, a divorce or break up, sexual/intimacy problems or a last child leaving home. Sometimes we know we are distressed but don't really know why. I strive to create a safe and accepting atmosphere in my office that enables people to be less reactive and more thoughtful and creative in addressing their conflicts.

Developing a trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship can be transformative. This transformation begins with empathy, understanding and self-reflection to begin the healing process. Life is often overwhelming, challenging, and unforgiving but what steps can you take to balance your daily life and overall wellbeing. Maybe you are a young mother adjusting to single parenthood or a grandparent struggling to raise grandchildren. Do you question your competence as a caregiver? Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed about everyday challenges and with life? Do you feel unheard or isolated?

Have you tried everything and still feel like you're not getting the results you want? Are you feeling anxious, inadequate, or stuck? Do you tend to beat yourself up with self-criticism? I am a clinical psychologist with experience helping individuals who are struggling with anxiety (including perfectionism, shyness/social anxiety, imposter syndrome), relationship issues, depression, low self-esteem, insomnia, anxiety during pregnancy, and more. I help you get results by learning practical tools to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors, overcome your fears, gain acceptance, and feel more authentically connected to others.

My name is Brandy Head. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with about a decade of experience. Treatment style is adapted to meet your needs, not mine. You will always find me warm, accepting, and open to assist you with any goals that you have. I enjoy helping clients overcome challenges related to aging, grief, mood disorders, role changes, stress, medical challenges, and relationship issues. I have enjoyed working with veterans, caregivers, parents, partners, and adult children.

Are you experiencing challenges that make life hard and impact your achieving your goals? Are you wanting to improve: life experiences (career, academic, partner , identity, etc.); anxiety, depression, organization, attention, learning; social, relationship , communication, and connection with people or your animals (see book: Dogs Can Sign, Too)? Are you a person in a minority or with diversity and dealing with personal or social issues? If you are open to face, overcome, grow from these challenges, and ready to start your growth journey where you will gain information, skill, and support, contact me today for a free intro session.

Diane is in private practice with offices in Petaluma and Menlo Park. She received her M.A. degree from Azusa Pacific University and specializes in anxiety, eating disorders, addictive patterns, codependency, and shame resilience. Diane is experienced in working with individuals, couples , families and groups. She has facilitated groups at Kaiser Permanente and currently enjoys leading psycho-educational groups and workshops in Northern California. Diane finds research in the areas of shame, vulnerability and empathy profoundly important in helping individuals break through barriers keeping them from living a wholehearted life.

Elizabeth received her training working in community mental health in Pasadena, CA providing services to highly sensitive individuals navigating a diverse range of challenges including developmental/complex trauma, life transitions, and grief/loss. Prior to her work in mental health, Elizabeth worked in musical theatre and enjoys integrating expressive arts into her work as a therapist.

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I specialize in providing culturally-sensitive and empowering therapy with the goal of helping clients work toward positive and lasting change. Therapy is an active and collaborative platform for growth.

Everyone deserves to feel like themselves. Sometimes life gets ahead of us and we can feel lost, stuck and/or disconnected. It can be distressing and cause suffering. Maybe it is a major life event or role change, a spiraling negative thought pattern, mounting academic or career pressure, or parenting or relationship challenges. Whatever the reason, it takes courage to seek help and effort to imagine change and improvement. You have taken the first step. Your next steps will be joined by a therapist who will treat you with respect and work diligently to address your presenting problem.

Whether you've been in therapy before, or this will be your first time; it is important to feel safe and comfortable enough to talk about things that are causing you distress. Are you experiencing life changes, decisions, challenges, trauma, illness, or disabilities? Are you looking for a way to cope with anxiety or depression?  Do you have nightmares or trouble sleeping?  Maybe you have experienced the loss of someone close to you, or a job, or a beloved pet.  Or you are just plain stressed out.  All the time. Talk can help, but so can non-verbal expressive therapies, in a non-threatening, non-judgmental environment.

I'm Chris Hoover. LMFT. I believe therapy should be relaxed, open, and honest, and a learning experience where a client develops skills that will help them for the rest of their life. I've worked with at-risk youth, the seriously and persistently mentally ill, the LGBTQIA community, and people with substance abuse issues, as well as many people dealing with issues adjusting to common life changes and stressors. I work with all types of people. I enjoy helping people work through depression and anxiety, helping clients manage their school or job stress, and helping new parents or married couples adapt to the changes in their lives.

I am CA state licensed marriage and family therapist, National Certified Counselor and Registered Yoga Teacher. I maintain a private practice in Palo Alto, Redwood City and Berkeley and see clients for individual, couple psychotherapy and career counseling. I have taught courses for Kaiser Permanente in Behavioral Health and served as a coach/facilitator in Medical Weight Management. My training includes over 10 years in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and 7 years in Control Mastery, both evidenced based treatment approaches to help clients build their inner resources and motivation to reach their goals.

I have been a psychotherapist for adults and adolescents for over 20 years. People come to me to deal with painful feelings and difficulties in living, and to improve their sense of well-being. Many of the clients I see have relationship issues, depression, anxiety or low self-esteem. Living in Silicon Valley brings its own set of problems, which I am particularly interested in. Some people are unclear what troubles them, but are unhappy with their lives.

Thank you for viewing my page! Therapy with me is relational, dynamic, reflective and responsive. You can expect to be challenged, in a warm and supportive environment. Curiosity about relationships and how family history gets carried forward into the present guides my work with children & adults of all ages. I've worked with clients aged 0-101 with an emphasis on connection, authenticity, and mindful self-awareness to overcome a variety of conditions, including low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, phase-of-life and relationship problems. As a Somatic psychotherapist, I also utilize body-based techniques like mindfulness & movement.

Welcome to my practice! Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or frustrated? Unhappy with your relationships? Challenges at work or school? Feeling like something needs to change? You've come to the right place. Find your inner strength and discover your true potential through therapy. It takes courage to reach out when you need help. Call me for a 15-minute complimentary consultation to determine your options.

Do you want to find a greater sense of calm and insight into your life? Are you struggling with feeling you are repeating the same patterns over and over? If you are wanting to start a relationship or find yourself in a relationship and unsure how to hope for things to be different, be it with parents, partners, friends, or peers, feeling stuck and unable to change, it may be time to work with someone you trust and who can help you experience relief. I work with individuals to find their inner identity and the strength to live a life worth living.