Therapists in Palo Alto, CA

Struggling with anxiety, depression, stress? I am available to help. I am a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of experience providing care for adults. I will assist you with resolving your current distress with cognitive and behavioral techniques, that may also help reduce problems in the future. I also tailor therapy to best suit the individual needs of each client I work with. I meet with clients in-person or remotely according to your preference.

Are you noticing an increase of stress, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed? Are you working on mending relationships? Are you feeling frustrated, sad, confused or unhappy with where you are in life? Welcome to Clarity Counseling & Therapy Group! We understand that making the decision to start therapy can be a tough one and we congratulate you in taking this first step. Our team was created in order to help solve some of the biggest hurdles people face when it comes to therapy: Affordability, flexibility, and finding the right therapist for you.

My name is Jacob Garel, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist with a unique background in the military as a Pararescueman. With 20 years of experience serving and saving lives, I bring a deep understanding of crisis situations and a passion for helping individuals and families in need. Whether it's grief work, PTSD therapy, or accompanying you on your mental health journey, I am dedicated to walking beside you every step of the way. I am passionate about providing support to first responders, police, military personnel, and their families.

I work with clients that struggle with various life issues, such as addiction and those struggling with the aging process along with those that struggle with negative personal patterns. I have years of experience working with those struggling with addiction and I would like to work with people that are struggling with the aging process.

It's time to take an adventure, be here now. Let's keep it simple in a way that is meaningful through the perspective of your world view. I provide humanistic psychotherapy in a meaningful way.

Busy doing a million things like numbing out on Facebook or scrolling on your phone for hours or working constant overtime so you don’t have think about it? But it keeps reminding you it’s there. The pain you don't talk about. The worry. Procrastination. Anger at yourself, your past, others who hurt or mistreated you. Managing by....Drinking or drugs. Food. Sex. Shopping. Yelling. While longing for intimate connection. What if there was a way to approach those painful feelings or hurt parts of you so their story could be understood. Moving at your pace. Get to know your true Self & end the shame, blame, regret cycle.

Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard-feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. I specialize in Moderation & abstinence based approaches.

Welcome to my therapeutic haven! I find great joy in guiding adults on journeys of self-discovery, assisting them in understanding their identity, connections, and place in the world. With a special focus on supporting those navigating complex trauma, I am dedicated to helping individuals untangle their experiences and embark on paths toward healing. Whether you're grappling with relationships, self-worth, generational patterns, or childhood wounds, therapy provides a nurturing environment to explore your emotions and behaviors, cultivate effective coping mechanisms, and uncover sources of fulfillment and serenity.

I am a Taiwanese American immigrant in my 30s, an introvert, and INTJ. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been working in the mental health field since 2014. The things that matter to me are untangling early childhood experiences, strengthening relationships, and helping my clients learn new ways to cope with stressors. I work best with clients who care deeply about their relationships and wish to address feelings of loneliness, guilt, or issues of being burnt out in their careers and daily lives.

Welcome to a space dedicated to healing and growth. If you're navigating trauma, parenting challenges, work stress, postpartum adjustments, or seeking coping skills for a more fulfilling life, I specialize in offering support and tools for positive change. My focus includes trauma survivors looking to foster resilience, parents seeking practical strategies and emotional support, professionals aiming to manage work stress and find balance, and those struggling with the emotional ups and downs of fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum life transition. Together, we'll explore effective coping skills to manage stress and anxiety.

If you're tired of relationship challenges, personal insecurities, and anxiety impacting the way you live your life, you're in the right place. If you're not enjoying life and want "more," but you don't know what "more" is or how to discover it, I can help. If you're struggling in your career and want help creating a better work-life balance, creating better work boundaries, or being able to leave personal challenges behind so you can work better, call me today. I want to help you grow, make changes, and learn skills so you can enjoy living your life, feel satisfied and content, and connect more authentically with others/yourself.

New session times available as of 9/1/2023 . Are you struggling with relationships, work stress, or feeling isolated? Often people who come to see me for therapy are facing combined challenges including anxiety, depression and work stress. In therapy you and I will develop a therapeutic partnership and a collaborative, supportive space to help you reach your goals.

Do you feel frustrated and confused sometimes? Have you ever debated which path to take in life? Have you ever wondered who you really are? What kind of relationship do you want? Do you identify yourself as a person of color or Asian American? As an Asian immigrant living in America myself, I understand the frustration and confusion you may have encountered. With my non-judgmental art therapy approach and cultural humility & competence, you'll find your way!

I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.

I deeply believe that everyone has the strengths, wisdom, inner knowing, and ancestral support to heal themselves. My goal is to co-create a safe, non-judgmental, caring, consent-based space for you to process, reflect, find your medicines, release what is no longer serving you, and remember and reconnect to your roots and strengths.

Your potential to reclaim your happiness starts here. Our therapy services offer personalized support for adults facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship challenges, narcissistic abuse recovery, and life transitions. With unwavering support and personalized strategies tailored to your unique needs, we'll guide you towards lasting healing and a renewed sense of self. Step into your full potential today!