Therapists in San Jose, CA

My specialization is in the area of stress, mood disorder, trauma, relationship problems, ADD, ADHD, autism, asperger disorder, speech disorder and learning disability. My orientation is eclectic, psychodynamic, hypnotherapy, EMDR, and EEG Neurofeedback. I work with adults, adolescents, as well as children.

Hello my name is Imelda and I would love to support you in overcoming your life obstacles. Have you ever felt guilty about taking time for yourself? Or have worries you can’t turn off? I have years of experience supporting individuals over come life’s anxieties and supporting them in taking time to take care of their own needs. If you are worried about school, your relationships, home life and even their career I would love to support you with unexpected life events.

Dr. Tierney holds a PhD in Psychology and specializes in PTSD and other trauma and stressor-related disorders. He is a Licensed Psychologist, as well as a professor of neuroscience, psychological assessment, and psychopharmacology at two graduate psychology institutions. Brian has an integrative approach- drawing from many years of experience as a clinical massage therapist and educator- that supports people in the process of uncovering and putting into action their full potential. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques, Cognitive Behavioral work, and EMDR trauma resolution are just a few examples of his broad skillset.

Are you relying on unhealthy habits to cope with stress, anxiety, depression or life's challenges? Is it time to make some changes in your life but you feel stuck and don't know where to begin? Are you tired of feeling lonely, empty, sad or misunderstood? Do you struggle with allowing yourself to feel vulnerable with others? Does a healthy work-life balance seem impossible for you? If any of these questions ring true for you, some support might be just what you need.

Currently accepting new clients, couples or individuals. It takes courage to look for a therapist. If you are looking through these profiles, there is a strong and resilient part of you that's ready for change. I help people who may feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed or are just stuck in patterns and relationships that are making them unhappy. If you feel like you are struggling in some way, whether it is related to your mood, relationships, or, with where you are in life right now, contact me. We can work together to develop and utilize your innate strengths, allowing you to move from insight, to healing, to lasting change.

Daily life brings plenty of stresses, but most of us manage to function pretty well in spite of them. Sometimes, however, the stresses become more than we can handle, making us feel nervous, sad or angry. We might argue more with loved ones, have trouble sleeping or difficulty concentrating. Physical problems might show up like headaches or stomach complaints. If all this weren't enough, we might self-medicate by doing things like over-eating, excessive drinking or shopping. While these activities are actually attempts to self-comfort, a more productive way to gain relief when life gets out of control is to seek therapy.

I cherish being in a profession that allows me to reach out to people and help them. I truly believe that each of us have the capacity and strength to overcome our emotional pain. However, at times the burden becomes too much to carry by ourselves. Let me help you lower your stress and reach a positive outcome.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Are you repeating frustrating patterns? Do you feel unsure of how to move forward? It’s normal to feel this way when facing major life transitions in a complex and often oppressive world. You may feel anxious, sad, isolated, frustrated, or confused. If you have a chronic or terminal illness, grief from the death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship or a job, or are exploring your gender or sexual orientation; therapy can provide support and connection as you navigate challenges and choices.

Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.

In this time of crisis, perhaps you, like so many, are experiencing increased anxiety and/or depression, or are experiencing strained relationships. Or perhaps old dysfunctional coping habits have worsened under the current strain. Whatever you are dealing with, I will guide you through a process that will lead to more emotional control, more connectedness and more self compassion. I do follow the tenet that "life must be understood backwards, but lived forwards" (Soren Kierkegaard). We will work with current issues with the focus on improved well being, but will examine past patterns to help guide our work forward.

I am a First Generation Vietnamese-American. I grew up in a household with traditional Vietnamese parents who taught me the importance of rituals, family, & strong values. I struggled with cultural & generational differences and I learned ways to embrace my two worlds & improve on my relationship with my family members, while still staying true to myself. I encourage you to utilize the meditation corner before/after our sessions. The relationship between your mind, body & soul is key to your healing and is crucial to gain freedom form suffering (whatever that may be)

Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.

Inexplicable anger, unshakable depression, unrelenting anxiety... This is the fallout of unmet needs like care, attention, respect, and presence happening now and probably had happened for significant lengths of time in our childhoods. As I work with people on these chronic and traumatic experiences, they have shown me how these past traumas can be resolved; that you too can get rid of distorted negative beliefs about yourself; that everyone can improve the quality and selection of their relationships; and when we connect to our bodies and minds with wisdom and tenderness, we become sovereign and healed.

Are you experiencing grief? Relationship issues? Feeling stressed? Maybe you are seeking insight or needing to create meaning from new changes in your life. I can help. I believe that every person deserves a trusted ally and a safe place to share their feelings and thoughts. I have a broad range of experience working with people struggling with anxiety, conflict in relationships and processing grief and loss. My point of view is from a place of positive thinking and empowerment.

Thank you for viewing my page. I've been a therapist and clinical supervisor for over a decade; I know how to help, and I have the experience. I work with engineers, tech, and business professionals to help them express and process hard emotions in a supportive, non-intimidating way. I'm married to an engineer, and I know the pressures. I specialize in working with successful, high achieving women and men struggling with depression, anxiety, and relationship or work concerns. If you're a therapist yourself and struggling with compassion fatigue, burn out and stress, I speak your language, and I've been there.

Are you dealing with relationship challenges, a transition, such as a death or divorce that is impacting you or your children? Or, have a child who is struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, difficulties at school, or is defiant? If so, I can provide help and support for you. I have enjoyed working in Psychiatry for Kaiser Permanente 21 years seeing children and teens ages 2 - 18 and their parents, performing individual, group and family therapy. Additionally I have maintained a private practice working primarily with Adults.

“How are you?” It seems sometimes an answer of “good” doesn’t summarize how you really feel. Things happen and you are feeling stuck. Sadness, loneliness, and maybe hopelessness often occupy your mind. Sometimes, negative memories from the past and overly anxious about the future stop you from being at the present. It seems impossible for those around you to understand what you’re going through. Conflict, confusion, and discomfort seem like the norm, not the exception. You know something has to change and life must have more to offer. But you’re not sure where to start. If this describes your experiences, you are in the right place.

I work with adults in a private practice setting specializing in pain managagement and health psychology. I offer biofeedback, EMDR, treatment for mood disorders and PTSD. I am on staff at El Camino Hospital and accept insurance and Medicare. I am a qualified medical evaluator and provide forensic evaluations for surgical screenings and for legal settings.

I place great value on the uniqueness of each person, which leads me to use an eclectic approach to therapy. My approach includes both evidence-based treatments such as CBT and ACT, as well as emotion-focused and somatic therapy. Approaching therapy in this manner allows the therapeutic process to be tailored to the individual’s needs and strengths. I believe knowing one’s self and awareness of the mind-body connection can lead to growth and achievement. Awareness of this connection inspires me to help people become more conscious of their physiological/body experiences, as well as challenge limiting thought and beliefs.