Chronic Illness Therapists in San Jose, CA
I am an experienced and seasoned clinician. I help people overcome difficult life changes and transitions so that they can regain their balance, feel better, and live fully once again. We may not always be able to make painful situations go away. But, we can learn productive and meaningful ways to manage them. I strive to enable my clients to develop skills that will serve them well and that will enable them to manage life’s challenges, beyond the therapy room.
I am an experienced and seasoned clinician. I help people overcome difficult life changes and transitions so that they can regain their balance, feel better, and live fully once again. We may not always be able to make painful situations go away. But, we can learn productive and meaningful ways to manage them. I strive to enable my clients to develop skills that will serve them well and that will enable them to manage life’s challenges, beyond the therapy room.
Mental health often dictates a person’s overall well-being. Our perception of ourselves, our families, community and world allow us to experience the gift of life in its entirety or we can find ourselves struggling and limiting what life has to offer. Being a psychologist allows me to help people understand themselves and to create the best version of themselves; which often leads to good experiences and a fulfilling lifestyle. I appreciate the opportunity to connect with people and explore who they are and what they want out of life.
Mental health often dictates a person’s overall well-being. Our perception of ourselves, our families, community and world allow us to experience the gift of life in its entirety or we can find ourselves struggling and limiting what life has to offer. Being a psychologist allows me to help people understand themselves and to create the best version of themselves; which often leads to good experiences and a fulfilling lifestyle. I appreciate the opportunity to connect with people and explore who they are and what they want out of life.
Welcome! I work with children, adults & couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, systemic oppression, intergenerational trauma, or exploring their gender, identities, and sexuality; I specialize in serving Asians, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and poly folx and am kink-, polyamory-, and neurodiversity-affirming. I practice from a psychoanalytic and liberation psychology lens, which focuses on deep listening, your social and historical context, and uplifting the marginalized parts of you, so that therapy addresses the root causes and meanings of your symptoms towards creating the life you truly desire.
Welcome! I work with children, adults & couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, systemic oppression, intergenerational trauma, or exploring their gender, identities, and sexuality; I specialize in serving Asians, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and poly folx and am kink-, polyamory-, and neurodiversity-affirming. I practice from a psychoanalytic and liberation psychology lens, which focuses on deep listening, your social and historical context, and uplifting the marginalized parts of you, so that therapy addresses the root causes and meanings of your symptoms towards creating the life you truly desire.
This is supposed to be the happiest time of your life but you are feeling overwhelmed. You’re exhausted, stressed and feeling guilty for feeling this way. You think this makes you a bad parent.You’re scared to tell your friends and family about how you’ve been feeling because you worry about what they will think of you. If you’ve been feeling this way, you are not alone. These are common things I hear when I’m working with new mothers struggling with mood and anxiety around pregnancy and the postpartum period.
This is supposed to be the happiest time of your life but you are feeling overwhelmed. You’re exhausted, stressed and feeling guilty for feeling this way. You think this makes you a bad parent.You’re scared to tell your friends and family about how you’ve been feeling because you worry about what they will think of you. If you’ve been feeling this way, you are not alone. These are common things I hear when I’m working with new mothers struggling with mood and anxiety around pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Grief can result from many types of loss and life transitions: death of a loved one, loss of a relationship, miscarriage, abortion, job loss, aging, loss of our sexual selves. Walking beside those who are in the process of grief, I help them find compassion and wholeness in their life. I see clients dealing with grief as a normal and necessary process as well as those with complicated grief, anticipatory grief and trauma. Understanding the nature of grief, it is possible to get through this time of confusion, sadness, anger & loneliness to a place of hope and inner peace.
Grief can result from many types of loss and life transitions: death of a loved one, loss of a relationship, miscarriage, abortion, job loss, aging, loss of our sexual selves. Walking beside those who are in the process of grief, I help them find compassion and wholeness in their life. I see clients dealing with grief as a normal and necessary process as well as those with complicated grief, anticipatory grief and trauma. Understanding the nature of grief, it is possible to get through this time of confusion, sadness, anger & loneliness to a place of hope and inner peace.
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Our growth and healing rests on moments like this where we seek support and guidance from a trusted other. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families who are seeking to heal from past trauma and are eager to re-orient back to a real, confident self. I use EFT in my work with couples. We work to alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, repeat patterns of disconnect/conflict. Compassion, understanding and acceptance are central to my approach.
Our growth and healing rests on moments like this where we seek support and guidance from a trusted other. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families who are seeking to heal from past trauma and are eager to re-orient back to a real, confident self. I use EFT in my work with couples. We work to alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, repeat patterns of disconnect/conflict. Compassion, understanding and acceptance are central to my approach.
Hi, I'm Holly Adams, a Licensed Psychotherapist with over 21 years of experience providing counseling to help people make meaningful changes in their lives. I help people with things like anxiety, depression, dipolar disorder, and coping skills, and I enjoy working with people dealing with cancer, autoimmune disorders, and other serious health issues. I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your unique needs, drawing from various models of psychotherapy including, cognitive behavior, humanistic, solution-focused, and problem-solving methods.
Hi, I'm Holly Adams, a Licensed Psychotherapist with over 21 years of experience providing counseling to help people make meaningful changes in their lives. I help people with things like anxiety, depression, dipolar disorder, and coping skills, and I enjoy working with people dealing with cancer, autoimmune disorders, and other serious health issues. I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your unique needs, drawing from various models of psychotherapy including, cognitive behavior, humanistic, solution-focused, and problem-solving methods.
Hi and welcome. I was a social worker for 27 years, and have worked in the field of social services for over 31 years. I have experience working with adult survivors of child abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, commercial exploitation, and rape. I have experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce, family separation, and caretaker fatigue. I also have experience working with adults dealing with significant life/career changes, and those dealing with crisis situations. I have a laid-back approach and am here to support the changes you want to make in your life.
Hi and welcome. I was a social worker for 27 years, and have worked in the field of social services for over 31 years. I have experience working with adult survivors of child abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, commercial exploitation, and rape. I have experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce, family separation, and caretaker fatigue. I also have experience working with adults dealing with significant life/career changes, and those dealing with crisis situations. I have a laid-back approach and am here to support the changes you want to make in your life.
Hello! My name is Melody Jazeb, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. My experience in evidenced-based treatments is centered in empowering clients to harness their strengths and engage in life more actively. I treat a number of mental health disorders as well as provide counseling for those struggling with how to manage general life challenges. I typically treat adults and older adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, job-related stress, relational issues, and existential issues.
Hello! My name is Melody Jazeb, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. My experience in evidenced-based treatments is centered in empowering clients to harness their strengths and engage in life more actively. I treat a number of mental health disorders as well as provide counseling for those struggling with how to manage general life challenges. I typically treat adults and older adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, job-related stress, relational issues, and existential issues.
Hi there! My name's Sylvie (she/they). I am tender with people, tough on systems, and committed to our collective liberation. I've been a mental health worker for over 9 years in schools, at a crisis center, and as a family therapist. I'm experienced in and passionate about working with trauma, and partnering with you to transform harm into what serves you, your beloved relationships, and the world you want to see. I offer individual counseling and relationship counseling with loved ones of all kinds. I also offer a trauma-oriented therapy called EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
Hi there! My name's Sylvie (she/they). I am tender with people, tough on systems, and committed to our collective liberation. I've been a mental health worker for over 9 years in schools, at a crisis center, and as a family therapist. I'm experienced in and passionate about working with trauma, and partnering with you to transform harm into what serves you, your beloved relationships, and the world you want to see. I offer individual counseling and relationship counseling with loved ones of all kinds. I also offer a trauma-oriented therapy called EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
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My name is Katie Wilkinson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I feel honored when my clients trust me with their life struggles, and it is an even greater honor to see my clients grow and learn how to embrace challenges that come their way! I have experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, substance use, grief and loss, and adjustment to life changes. In session, I practice active listening, am eager to learn more about your story, and develop an open way of communication as we build trust.
My name is Katie Wilkinson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I feel honored when my clients trust me with their life struggles, and it is an even greater honor to see my clients grow and learn how to embrace challenges that come their way! I have experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, substance use, grief and loss, and adjustment to life changes. In session, I practice active listening, am eager to learn more about your story, and develop an open way of communication as we build trust.
Hello, my name is Dr. Michael Bjornson. Most of my clients simply refer to me as Dr. "B". I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 26 years, with active licenses in California, Utah, and Wyoming. I am honored that you are considering me to help you in whatever life challenges have led you to seek help. Whether this may be your first-time seeking help or not, I recognize starting therapy is a big decision requiring courage and trust in another human being, to be there for you in a professional, caring capacity, to facilitate and guide you through important and difficult concerns.
Hello, my name is Dr. Michael Bjornson. Most of my clients simply refer to me as Dr. "B". I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 26 years, with active licenses in California, Utah, and Wyoming. I am honored that you are considering me to help you in whatever life challenges have led you to seek help. Whether this may be your first-time seeking help or not, I recognize starting therapy is a big decision requiring courage and trust in another human being, to be there for you in a professional, caring capacity, to facilitate and guide you through important and difficult concerns.
I teach people how to become their own healer. I help you get out of pain, fear, resistance, repeating patterns, and confusion and into pleasure, inner freedom, clarity, and zest for life. We compassionately and bravely explore, we get surprisingly honest, we witness, we transform.
I teach people how to become their own healer. I help you get out of pain, fear, resistance, repeating patterns, and confusion and into pleasure, inner freedom, clarity, and zest for life. We compassionately and bravely explore, we get surprisingly honest, we witness, we transform.
Are you ready for a change, but struggling to make it happen? Whether you're feeling stuck in your personal growth or your relationship, change can feel daunting and overwhelming. It's easy to get lost in self-doubt, asking, "What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I do things like others?" The truth is, we all face challenges and sometimes need a new perspective to get unstuck.
Are you ready for a change, but struggling to make it happen? Whether you're feeling stuck in your personal growth or your relationship, change can feel daunting and overwhelming. It's easy to get lost in self-doubt, asking, "What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I do things like others?" The truth is, we all face challenges and sometimes need a new perspective to get unstuck.
I am passionate about providing queer and neurodivergent affirming care to clients in an expansive way. My priority is to create a safe and supportive space to help you heal from past wounds and find a path toward embodying your most authentic self. My work aims to dismantle white supremacy, capitalism & ableism & help you unlearn harmful internalized beliefs instilled by these systems of oppression. I guide you in learning to care for your unique wellbeing in order to live with less suffering & more freedom. I believe in and hold space for each person's potential to heal & grow.
I am passionate about providing queer and neurodivergent affirming care to clients in an expansive way. My priority is to create a safe and supportive space to help you heal from past wounds and find a path toward embodying your most authentic self. My work aims to dismantle white supremacy, capitalism & ableism & help you unlearn harmful internalized beliefs instilled by these systems of oppression. I guide you in learning to care for your unique wellbeing in order to live with less suffering & more freedom. I believe in and hold space for each person's potential to heal & grow.
Samantha Jane Mitchell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in treating complex trauma, adoption/foster youth cases, and reactive attachment disorders, though am able to treat a wide array of other mental health disorders and symptoms. I love being able to help clients build insight into why they think, feel, and behave the way that they do, while also guiding them in how to develop concrete skills that will advance their functioning.
I specialize in treating complex trauma, adoption/foster youth cases, and reactive attachment disorders, though am able to treat a wide array of other mental health disorders and symptoms. I love being able to help clients build insight into why they think, feel, and behave the way that they do, while also guiding them in how to develop concrete skills that will advance their functioning.
Alicia Dabney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I provide culturally affirming and trauma-informed Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, an evidence-based approach that can effectively and gently support a wide range of therapeutic needs. This includes struggles with life changes and transitions, emotional distress such as anxiety and depression, and the lingering impacts of complex and relational trauma. It is possible to heal from these emotional injuries, release burdens and beliefs about yourself that you carry as a result of painful experiences, and discover new ways of relating to yourself and others. How might these parts of you show up in your daily life?
Welcome! I provide culturally affirming and trauma-informed Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, an evidence-based approach that can effectively and gently support a wide range of therapeutic needs. This includes struggles with life changes and transitions, emotional distress such as anxiety and depression, and the lingering impacts of complex and relational trauma. It is possible to heal from these emotional injuries, release burdens and beliefs about yourself that you carry as a result of painful experiences, and discover new ways of relating to yourself and others. How might these parts of you show up in your daily life?
Greetings, I'm Maryam! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 10 years of experience in individual therapy and community mental health. Through these experiences, I have worked with many populations from various walks of life including adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have extensive training and experience treating adults and adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, Personality Disorders, Bipolar, ADHD, eating disorders, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, and other acute problems.
Greetings, I'm Maryam! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 10 years of experience in individual therapy and community mental health. Through these experiences, I have worked with many populations from various walks of life including adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have extensive training and experience treating adults and adolescents suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, Personality Disorders, Bipolar, ADHD, eating disorders, substance abuse, suicidal ideation, and other acute problems.
Seeking out therapy is a very heroic action in and of itself, perhaps your first proactive step into redefining your sense of self, creating a new life story, and taking a leap into the direction of self-care. If you are reading this, you may be in a state of uncertainty, or perhaps connected more deeply than you would like to be to the effects of depression, anxiety, or your daily life situations. Maybe, you are wrestling in a relationship with someone you love; perhaps, finding the words to communicate who you are and how you feel may seem unattainable and challenging at best.
Seeking out therapy is a very heroic action in and of itself, perhaps your first proactive step into redefining your sense of self, creating a new life story, and taking a leap into the direction of self-care. If you are reading this, you may be in a state of uncertainty, or perhaps connected more deeply than you would like to be to the effects of depression, anxiety, or your daily life situations. Maybe, you are wrestling in a relationship with someone you love; perhaps, finding the words to communicate who you are and how you feel may seem unattainable and challenging at best.
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