Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in San Jose, CA
You feel stuck and don’t know what to do next, wishing you could stay in bed forever. What used to be easy now feels overwhelming. Your deepest fear is that you’re inherently bad, defective, "too much," unworthy, or unlovable. You might feel alone, isolated, frightened, angry, lost, or even enraged. If you’re queer, trans, gender nonbinary, neurodivergent, disabled, chronically ill, fat, or bigger-bodied, you’re welcome here. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, bereavement, disordered eating, or body image issues—no matter your age or if you’re seeking “outside help”—you belong. You are the expert on your own experience.
You feel stuck and don’t know what to do next, wishing you could stay in bed forever. What used to be easy now feels overwhelming. Your deepest fear is that you’re inherently bad, defective, "too much," unworthy, or unlovable. You might feel alone, isolated, frightened, angry, lost, or even enraged. If you’re queer, trans, gender nonbinary, neurodivergent, disabled, chronically ill, fat, or bigger-bodied, you’re welcome here. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, bereavement, disordered eating, or body image issues—no matter your age or if you’re seeking “outside help”—you belong. You are the expert on your own experience.
Trained in CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, EMDR, Mindfulness& Attachment Theory.
You’re stuck in a loop of conflict and disconnection. No matter how much you try to communicate, it feels like you and your partner are on opposite sides of a wall. The same arguments repeat, emotions escalate, and small misunderstandings turn into silence or distance. You still love each other—but you can’t seem to find your way back to closeness. If you’re longing for safety, trust, and understanding, therapy can help you both rediscover the bond you’ve been missing.
Trained in CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, EMDR, Mindfulness& Attachment Theory.
You’re stuck in a loop of conflict and disconnection. No matter how much you try to communicate, it feels like you and your partner are on opposite sides of a wall. The same arguments repeat, emotions escalate, and small misunderstandings turn into silence or distance. You still love each other—but you can’t seem to find your way back to closeness. If you’re longing for safety, trust, and understanding, therapy can help you both rediscover the bond you’ve been missing.
I believe in a compassionate approach to psychotherapy that combines valid and reliable assessments with a warm, focused attention to your emotional needs. As a clinical psychologist I can offer these objective measures of your cognitive abilities and personality traits, as well as ongoing weekly sessions tailored to provide you with active listening, understanding, and creative feedback. Working with adolescents and young adults are a particular focus of my practice.
I believe in a compassionate approach to psychotherapy that combines valid and reliable assessments with a warm, focused attention to your emotional needs. As a clinical psychologist I can offer these objective measures of your cognitive abilities and personality traits, as well as ongoing weekly sessions tailored to provide you with active listening, understanding, and creative feedback. Working with adolescents and young adults are a particular focus of my practice.
I help people who feel lost in their own thoughts finally find peace again. Maybe you’ve been stuck in a cycle of depression, anxiety, self-doubt, trauma, or exhaustion—doing your best to hold everything together while silently wondering, “When will I finally feel okay?” You don’t have to go through this alone anymore. In therapy, I create a space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s really happening beneath the surface. Within a safe and supportive environment, you’ll work to understand the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and strengthen your sense of self-trust.
I help people who feel lost in their own thoughts finally find peace again. Maybe you’ve been stuck in a cycle of depression, anxiety, self-doubt, trauma, or exhaustion—doing your best to hold everything together while silently wondering, “When will I finally feel okay?” You don’t have to go through this alone anymore. In therapy, I create a space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s really happening beneath the surface. Within a safe and supportive environment, you’ll work to understand the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and strengthen your sense of self-trust.
Is there something stopping you from living a fulfilling and value directed life? You likely have some thoughts about what these barriers (something’s) are, and yet, navigating around them has been to no avail. Powerful emotional experiences, and or, old behavioral patterns can be unrelenting, new ones can be scary, or appear too far off in the distance to effect meaningful change, and still you are motivated to try something new such that value, meaning, or an improvement in your quality of life is returned.
Is there something stopping you from living a fulfilling and value directed life? You likely have some thoughts about what these barriers (something’s) are, and yet, navigating around them has been to no avail. Powerful emotional experiences, and or, old behavioral patterns can be unrelenting, new ones can be scary, or appear too far off in the distance to effect meaningful change, and still you are motivated to try something new such that value, meaning, or an improvement in your quality of life is returned.
CBT Certified Therapist and Trainer, ACT - Acceptance and commitment Therapy, Mindfulness & MBSR; Internal Family Systems (IFS), Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, Communications, Certified Parent Educator
Life can feel overwhelming when the demands of work, relationships, parenting, and family life start to pile up, even when things look “fine” on the outside. Many of the people and families I work with are thoughtful, capable, and doing their best, yet feel stressed, scattered, or stuck in patterns that no longer work. It’s often described as “All good things, just too many.”
Some clients are also managing anxiety or ADHD, their own or their child’s. Many want help staying grounded under pressure or with challenges in communication, whether with partners, children, or at work.
CBT Certified Therapist and Trainer, ACT - Acceptance and commitment Therapy, Mindfulness & MBSR; Internal Family Systems (IFS), Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, Communications, Certified Parent Educator
Life can feel overwhelming when the demands of work, relationships, parenting, and family life start to pile up, even when things look “fine” on the outside. Many of the people and families I work with are thoughtful, capable, and doing their best, yet feel stressed, scattered, or stuck in patterns that no longer work. It’s often described as “All good things, just too many.”
Some clients are also managing anxiety or ADHD, their own or their child’s. Many want help staying grounded under pressure or with challenges in communication, whether with partners, children, or at work.
I believe the foundation of effective therapy is developing a trusting relationship, and offering a safe and supportive environment that fosters growth through acknowledgement and unconditional acceptance.
Each of us carry a light within that makes it possible for us to find our way home. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken your first step. A step towards deep exploration to uncover your true self, needs, desires and strengths.
I believe the foundation of effective therapy is developing a trusting relationship, and offering a safe and supportive environment that fosters growth through acknowledgement and unconditional acceptance.
Each of us carry a light within that makes it possible for us to find our way home. If you’re reading this, you’ve already taken your first step. A step towards deep exploration to uncover your true self, needs, desires and strengths.
Do you look like you “have it all together” but still feel anxious, restless, or stuck inside? Maybe your mind won’t slow down, sleep is hard to come by, or you keep falling into the same relationship patterns that leave you drained. You may feel like you’re constantly people-pleasing or holding back your true voice. Therapy can help you break free from these cycles, quiet racing thoughts, and learn how to set healthy boundaries. Together, we’ll create space for you to feel calmer, more confident, and more at ease in your own skin.
Do you look like you “have it all together” but still feel anxious, restless, or stuck inside? Maybe your mind won’t slow down, sleep is hard to come by, or you keep falling into the same relationship patterns that leave you drained. You may feel like you’re constantly people-pleasing or holding back your true voice. Therapy can help you break free from these cycles, quiet racing thoughts, and learn how to set healthy boundaries. Together, we’ll create space for you to feel calmer, more confident, and more at ease in your own skin.
Jana Rydlova is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who started practicing in 2017. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Psychology. Jana believes in providing clients with tools and support to help them reach a happy and fulfilling life. In her spare time, Jana enjoys mountaineering, climbing, skiing, hiking, photography, and playing ukulele.
Jana Rydlova is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who started practicing in 2017. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Psychology. Jana believes in providing clients with tools and support to help them reach a happy and fulfilling life. In her spare time, Jana enjoys mountaineering, climbing, skiing, hiking, photography, and playing ukulele.
AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN PERSON. I specialize in couples therapy/marriage counseling. When working with you as a couple (or individually) I help you build closeness and connection; recover from an affair; give you practical tools to improve your communication and understand what guides your emotions and reactions; work through anxiety, depression, and ADHD within the relationship; resolve blended family issues; provide support during and after a divorce and while you are going through major life transitions. If your goal is to reconnect, repair and strengthen your relationship - you have come to the right place - I can help.
AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN PERSON. I specialize in couples therapy/marriage counseling. When working with you as a couple (or individually) I help you build closeness and connection; recover from an affair; give you practical tools to improve your communication and understand what guides your emotions and reactions; work through anxiety, depression, and ADHD within the relationship; resolve blended family issues; provide support during and after a divorce and while you are going through major life transitions. If your goal is to reconnect, repair and strengthen your relationship - you have come to the right place - I can help.
Are you experiencing difficulties concentrating? Do you ever feel that your mood is so low you can’t get out of bed? Do you struggle with anxiety or obsessive thoughts? Are you finding yourself wrestling with existential thoughts? Maybe you’re experiencing a combination of issues that just don’t let you feel like yourself? Whatever you’re experiencing, I’m here to help. Through our work together, we can identify your core issues and make a plan to address them using an individually-tailored and holistic approach to achieve your goals. Let’s embark on this journey of healing together!
Are you experiencing difficulties concentrating? Do you ever feel that your mood is so low you can’t get out of bed? Do you struggle with anxiety or obsessive thoughts? Are you finding yourself wrestling with existential thoughts? Maybe you’re experiencing a combination of issues that just don’t let you feel like yourself? Whatever you’re experiencing, I’m here to help. Through our work together, we can identify your core issues and make a plan to address them using an individually-tailored and holistic approach to achieve your goals. Let’s embark on this journey of healing together!
Krissiane specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, with experience supporting teens, adults, and seniors navigating complex emotional and relational challenges. She integrates evidence-based care with a calm, collaborative therapeutic style, helping patients build insight while developing practical skills to manage distress, regulate emotions, and strengthen resilience. Her work is especially supportive for those experiencing midlife transitions or recovering from significant stressors that disrupt daily functioning.
Krissiane specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, with experience supporting teens, adults, and seniors navigating complex emotional and relational challenges. She integrates evidence-based care with a calm, collaborative therapeutic style, helping patients build insight while developing practical skills to manage distress, regulate emotions, and strengthen resilience. Her work is especially supportive for those experiencing midlife transitions or recovering from significant stressors that disrupt daily functioning.
I'm not in the business of instigating change. I am in the delicate and complex work of empowering it. Because I believe you have the wisdom to bring about change. Because change is your work and your choice; my role is to set the stage, empty it, illuminate what stands in the way and explore with you the possibilities for change. Ultimately you decide.The fact that you're here already ensures it. My job is to notice your process, reflect and honor it. In this space, I have seen amazing change happen.
I'm not in the business of instigating change. I am in the delicate and complex work of empowering it. Because I believe you have the wisdom to bring about change. Because change is your work and your choice; my role is to set the stage, empty it, illuminate what stands in the way and explore with you the possibilities for change. Ultimately you decide.The fact that you're here already ensures it. My job is to notice your process, reflect and honor it. In this space, I have seen amazing change happen.
Outside of work, Sudheera enjoys yoga, writing, drawing, and singing. Her educational background includes Bachelor degrees in Psychology and Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida, in addition to a Masters degree and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Outside of work, Sudheera enjoys yoga, writing, drawing, and singing. Her educational background includes Bachelor degrees in Psychology and Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida, in addition to a Masters degree and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Hello! My name is Sara Au, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My approach to therapy is holistic and person-centered, and my areas of focus include working with youth and adults with mood-related concerns (i.e., anxiety, depression), trauma, coping with stress, relationship and life adjustment challenges. I typically work with youth, including children and adolescents, and I also see young to older adult populations with diverse backgrounds.
Hello! My name is Sara Au, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. My approach to therapy is holistic and person-centered, and my areas of focus include working with youth and adults with mood-related concerns (i.e., anxiety, depression), trauma, coping with stress, relationship and life adjustment challenges. I typically work with youth, including children and adolescents, and I also see young to older adult populations with diverse backgrounds.
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Kristin Andersson is an associate marriage and family therapist who specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and culturally responsive care. Kristen views her role as someone to walk alongside her patients as they reconnect with a sense of clarity and strength.
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Kristin Andersson is an associate marriage and family therapist who specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and culturally responsive care. Kristen views her role as someone to walk alongside her patients as they reconnect with a sense of clarity and strength.
I am glad you have made it this far on your journey. Typically the clients I work with have had experiences in life that have been traumatic, often early on. They have coped through these but the wounds are not yet fully healed. Those memories hold power over their present and they are seeking a different future where they are feeling lighter, freer, more fully their true selves. They value connection with others and want to process the challenges that keep cropping up. Trauma impacts us in seen and unseen ways, and at certain points in life we hear our inner intuition - the need to feel heard, understood and guided towards healing.
I am glad you have made it this far on your journey. Typically the clients I work with have had experiences in life that have been traumatic, often early on. They have coped through these but the wounds are not yet fully healed. Those memories hold power over their present and they are seeking a different future where they are feeling lighter, freer, more fully their true selves. They value connection with others and want to process the challenges that keep cropping up. Trauma impacts us in seen and unseen ways, and at certain points in life we hear our inner intuition - the need to feel heard, understood and guided towards healing.
Dr. Dufford received specialized training and experience in treating anxiety disorders at the Anxiety Treatment Center with Dr. Bourne, author of The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook. Since 1993 Dr. Dufford is director of Anxiety Treatment Services treating Generalized Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety and related issues: addiction, anger, depression, Trichotillomania/Excoriation, relationships, sleep/insomnia, grief and self-esteem. He is a professional member of the California Psychological Association, Obsessive Compulsive Foundation and EMDR International Association. Dr. Dufford is certified as a Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Expert in Traumatic Stress and Addictions Counselor.
Dr. Dufford received specialized training and experience in treating anxiety disorders at the Anxiety Treatment Center with Dr. Bourne, author of The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook. Since 1993 Dr. Dufford is director of Anxiety Treatment Services treating Generalized Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Panic Attacks, Agoraphobia, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety and related issues: addiction, anger, depression, Trichotillomania/Excoriation, relationships, sleep/insomnia, grief and self-esteem. He is a professional member of the California Psychological Association, Obsessive Compulsive Foundation and EMDR International Association. Dr. Dufford is certified as a Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Expert in Traumatic Stress and Addictions Counselor.
Lots of people need support right now. If you are one of them, we have a team of therapists who can help you right away. We pride ourselves on providing services to people in all kinds of bodies - all ages, genders, sizes, abilities, lifestyles and more.
Lots of people need support right now. If you are one of them, we have a team of therapists who can help you right away. We pride ourselves on providing services to people in all kinds of bodies - all ages, genders, sizes, abilities, lifestyles and more.
Yasmine uses tools such as acceptance commitment therapy ( ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Yasmine Shahbaz is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, addiction, relationship conflicts, suicidal and self-harm ideation, and trauma. She has extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ communities and is strongly rooted in social justice. She uses a culturally informed, patient-centered, progressive approach to compassionately meet patients where they are.
Yasmine uses tools such as acceptance commitment therapy ( ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Yasmine Shahbaz is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, addiction, relationship conflicts, suicidal and self-harm ideation, and trauma. She has extensive experience working with LGBTQIA+ communities and is strongly rooted in social justice. She uses a culturally informed, patient-centered, progressive approach to compassionately meet patients where they are.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.