Teletherapy for 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.

You're too old to not have relationships figured out. But lately, you've started to wonder if it's just normal to feel invisible, if it's even possible for you to have a relationship that makes you want to smile. When you show up as yourself the way the latest article tells you to, all you hear is that you're too much and nothing changes. Now you just find yourself shutting down, keeping as out of the way as possible. You’re tired of feeling scared that your partner will leave. Or even worse, that she'll stay and you’ll be stuck feeling this way forever. Breathing deeply and stretching into your skin feels impossible.

With a primary focus on adults and couples/relationships, I practice neuroscience-informed therapy, integrating principles from the structure and function of the brain and nervous system to treat relational, behavioral, and mental health challenges. Please know that I believe deeply in holding my clients in therapeutic space hallmarked by nonjudgment and unconditional positive regard and that I embrace a strengths-based, client-centered, and person-in-environment approach to treatment.

Everyone needs help sometimes. In therapy, we join together to achieve your goals. Many of my clients are working on issues with anxiety and depression brought on by life transitions and past traumas. Together we examine patterns of thinking and behaviors that are no longer serving you. New coping skills help clients tolerate their feelings and improve their interpersonal communication.

My passion is to be a guide to help you with whatever life issues you are struggling with, and to be a source of support to you as you learn the coping skills needed to overcome these often overwhelming difficulties life has a tendency to throw our way. I am passionate about meeting my clients where they are at.

I specialize in treating "anything anxiety related" with teens and adults. If I had to use one word to describe what I do, it would be helping people get "unstuck". I am direct, collaborative and at times playful with my clients. I care deeply for my clients and will be there with them every step of the way while they are on their journey. Specialties include generalized anxiety disorder, OCD, panic disorder, trauma, disordered eating and eating disorders. I also work with families with teens that have anxiety and/or eating disorders as well as college students, which I believe is a unique population to work with.

A serious illness diagnosis can feel like an unexpected, dizzying blow. It can affect all aspects of your life - from your relationships and spirituality, to your very sense of self. I help individuals and their family members facing serious illness (chronic, terminal, and new diagnosis) cope with the challenges of grief/loss, caregiving, and life transitions so they may find peace and healing in their lives.

Reopened for IN-OFFICE therapy sessions in downtown Menlo Park...Have you found yourself at a crossroads in life? Perhaps you are experiencing strain in a relationship or grieving a significant loss. Is your quality of life less than satisfactory? Psychotherapy can help you work through difficult life issues, discover positive solutions, develop meaningful relationships, and live a more fulfilling, authentic life. I provide psychotherapy and counseling to individuals who are ready, motivated and committed to achieving well-being, personal growth and transformation by engaging in the therapeutic process.

I am a psychological assistant who provides individual and family therapy across the lifespan, with a focus on youth, adolescents, and young adults. I use a cognitive behavioral (CBT) and systems framework to work with individuals on issues stemming from OCD, anxiety, trauma, cultural stress, and low confidence. My goal is to provide a safe space for clients to be themselves and learn strategies to lower distress and gain confidence.

Myself and my colleagues at the California Psychology Center specialize in therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, and depression. We help with these difficulties by customizing strategies supported by the strongest research evidence to each unique individual. We work with clients in a warm, collaborative manner to help our clients better understand themselves, learn new skills, and overcome life’s struggles in a manner consistent with their values and goals. Our practice is aimed at both alleviating psychological distress, as well as bolstering strengths and a sense of personal fulfillment.

Gain an ally to help you face the inevitable challenges in this life. Events happen, but we never lose the ability to choose how we view those events, nor to choose what we do next to rally, grow, or find meaning. Together, we can help you understand where you have been and help you overcome limiting beliefs or relational patterns. We can help you see new perspectives and solve the problems that need solving. We can help you appreciate what you have and what you have to offer others. Therapy does not have to be uptight; humor is encouraged. The hardest science we have says remaining flexible is a key to an adaptive mind.

Are you struggling with intimacy or sexual concerns and not sure how to improve the situation? Sex therapy is a form of therapy intended to help individuals and couples resolve sexual difficulties, such as performance anxiety or relationship problems. It’s normal for clients to feel anxious when seeing a sex therapist, especially for the first time. Many people have trouble talking about sex at all, so discussing it with me as a stranger may feel awkward. I provide a safe space in exploring your sexual concerns, reducing the pain, and reaching desirable goals. I am one of the few Asian American AASECT certified therapists across US.

Therapy is a form of self care and truly can be a gift you give yourself, or a loved one. I believe in therapy that focuses on growth and healing, human connection, perseverance and perspective. I have a true passion for helping individuals find and harness their inner strength. My style is very open and warm and I care deeply about each of my clients. I am flexible and will work with you to meet your individual needs and explore your thoughts and feelings. My clinical interests include working with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families with a range of emotional, behavioral, and social needs.

Are you smart and successful but feel stuck for some reason? Are you trying to develop better relationships, change career paths, or achieve personal or professional excellence? In a thought-partnering process of inquiry and personal discovery, I help you identify what you want and what is standing in your way, and focus on you taking action toward your vision, goals and desires while providing you structure, support and feedback. I am highly trained and devoted to helping you uncover important truths about yourself, your values, and your deepest wishes so you can maximize your personal and professional potential.

Welcome to my practice. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, or other issues impacting your ability to live your life to its fullest, I would be happy to speak with you about working together. I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My work focuses on both internal stumbling blocks to feeling better and on interpersonal problems with important people in your life. We will focus on leveraging your strengths to tackle the difficulties you are experiencing.

I am a warm, compassionate psychologist who practices therapy with a "power with" rather than a "power over" approach. I have personal experience with many life events including single parenting, divorce, caring for elderly parents, and overcoming depression. I specialize in treating eating disorders, body image, identity issues, depression, trauma, anxiety, and cancer related distress. I have extensive experience working at the residential & outpatient levels for eating disorders, and provide supportive therapy for not only the client, but for the parent or significant other who supports them.

Do you experience intense stress, worry, or panic? Does anxiety hold you back from pursuing your personal and professional goals? I can help you learn strategies to overcome your fears and help you live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with worry, stress, or perfectionism, as well as specific anxiety disorders such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Social Anxiety Disorder. I also treat Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (e.g. hair pulling, skin picking).

Finding your way through emotional challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and significant life changes, can be a very lonely experience on your own. Having a partner can make all the difference. Working with a knowledgable, insightful and compassionate psychotherapist can make the journey bearable, smoother and more successful. In my practice, you are not alone. I partner with clients and provide guidance and support in a safe, supportive and empathetic environment to explore challenges and promote overall wellness. I specialize in helping people with depressive disorders, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, difficult life transitions, interpersonal conflicts and low self-esteem.