Couples Counseling Therapists in San Jose, CA

I believe that all of us, at different times in our lives, may face unexpected challenges. Whatever you may be feeling—overwhelm, sadness, worry, frustration, exhaustion, loneliness—if these feelings persist, you can find some relief, and you don’t have to do it alone. Taking the steps to start a professional relationship with a trusted therapist can be healing and life changing. As you explore and reflect on what may be happening in your life right now, you’ll gain greater clarity about what deeply matters most to you, and develop a more authentic connection to yourself and others you care about.

My training as a licensed MFT has taught me to treat a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship problems and trauma. I also have advanced training and experience working with PTSD, past trauma, panic and phobias. My goal and passion is to provide you with the tools to create and maintain life-affirming change in order to lead a more balanced and empowered life. I am EMDR trained, which is a powerful method for releasing past trauma and the depression and anxieties that go with it.

These can be stressful and isolating times. I am here to listen and help you to experience more joy, less anxiety and depression. I specialize in grief counseling. Grief is inherent in many life transitions; such as divorce, retirement, empty nest, job loss and the loss of a loved one (human or pet). If you are experiencing conflict in your relationship , I can help you as well. Please reach out.

I work closely with my clients to develop healthy relationships with others, realize their potential and lead a fulfilled life. My compassionate approach creates a safe and welcoming environment -- for teens and adults -- where positive change occurs. I believe in empowering my clients by encouraging them to take an active role in establishing goals that are attainable yet demonstrate progress.

The mind and body stores all experiences—good and bad; the bad causes pain, unhealthy habits, and keeps us from our potential—our True Nature. GREAT NEWS—we are also extremely resilient and self-healing when we learn to activate these qualities. At True Nature, I take pride in helping people like you, improve their quality of life through Brainspotting, a natural and revolutionary modality to activate self-healing and release traumatic pain.

Having a good relationship with oneself is a process and a practice, and can be cultivated through the therapeutic process. Every relationship is dependent on how we talk to ourselves, and this inner conversation is what therapy can shift. If you have the willingness, huge transformation is possible. I am in this field to help people sort out a way through and beyond unnecessary suffering, and towards deep peace with themselves and others. I have successfully treated high-functioning CEOs as well as people traumatized, addicted, and broke. Being human is challenging, and with the right support, beautiful. Call. I can help!

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.

Savita Carothers, is a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), with 16 years of experience working with individuals, couples and youth and families. She will meet you where you are comfortable and willing to go, specializing in helping individuals to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma, families in crisis, sexual abuse, marriage and partnership struggles adolescents, and parenting issues. Her therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ; Solution Focused and Family Systems.

Both of us are working with you in our online sessions. We are a couple working with couples . We can help you with awareness of your issues and coping behavior that may be roadblocks to your life goals and fulfilling relationships. We can help you set realistic goals and support you to reach those goals.

Do you feel hopelessly stuck, frustrated, depressed, or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel distant in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you find meaningful connections and balance the constant changes in life. In therapy, I can provide you a safe and warm environment for you to process your trauma or triggers. I will assist you in discovering your own strengths and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.

NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. I am trained in EMDR and I love it! EMDR is an amazing tool to help heal the effects of trauma and complicated grief. I have a open minded and open hearted spiritual approach. I am very experienced in helping people who are experiencing loss/ grief, PTSD and anxiety disorders. Life can be difficult, unpredictable and even tragic at times. Are you ready to develop the tools to cope with difficult emotions and heal?

I provide effective, research based therapy to help you move from surviving to thriving. If stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship problems are keeping you from being truly happy, it's time to do something about it. You can't solve a problem if you don't acknowledge you have one. With over 17 years clinical experience, I offer compassionate therapy in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you need help with life transitions, relationship issues,parenting challenges, depression or anxiety, I can help you get the support, insight and skills you need.

For some, the pandemic has left us confused, angry, anxious – and we find ourselves trying to process, what is happening. We can find ourselves struggling with work & life balance, self-esteem & purpose, socialization & isolation, family & relationship issues, transitions & adjustments, loss & grief, and so on…I believe that how we handle stressors & conflict today, have a role in how our past relationships and experiences shape us. Generational patterns and cultural factors impact the way we move, talk, behave, & respond in this world. I would encourage you to explore your past and we would, collaboratively identify any patterns

Therapy is about building a new relationship - usually a better and healthier one - than the ones we experienced in our families of origin. This takes time, but it's good work, because working with a therapist is a way to heal the past, fix the present and look more confidently toward the future. I help people develop better coping skills, as well as understanding and compassion for where they've been.

Are you feeling stressed? Do you wake up moody? Is your anger affecting your loved ones? Has your addiction isolated you? Is your relationship suffering? You can feel better and enjoy your life. Sometimes you just need a bit of guidance to find tools and techniques that help you. I shine a light on your toolbox so that you can find the right tools to take charge of your life.

Do you feel anxious due to your work, family issues, low self-esteem, and relationship issues? I can especially help those with anxiety/panic attacks. I make it a priority to help clients with buried feelings who have trouble speaking on their emotions. Communicating emotionally is extremely important to promote well-rounded and mature adults. I will help you enhance your self-awareness around unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and build skills necessary to handle life more effectively and develop actionable steps to reach your goals.

From the first phone call to the last session I want you to feel heard, seen and safe. Reaching out when you need support is a very vulnerable step. And a brave one. You are worth it and won't be alone during your journey of growth and healing. I work from a compassionate and nonjudgmental place. I look at each person in a holistic way which means I attend to the emotional, mental and physical energy that is brought into each session as well as your own unique life experiences. Through my own experience with therapy I know how processing self-defeating behaviors and beliefs can be truly life-changing. There is always hope.

I believe if we can transform the couple’s relationships, we are not only helping them, but also helping them and their families for generations to come. Also, most of people’s toughest struggles are related to their relational issues so, as the relationship improves, the person's individual problems seem less challenging.

Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.