Emotionally Focused Therapists in San Jose, CA

Feeling hopeless, exhausted, stressed, or anxious, and unsure why? Do you experience difficulty making decisions? Do you often worry about what others think of you or replay conversations or events in your mind long after they've happened? Are you ready to break free of negative patterns and feel more like you again? I want to accompany you on your courageous journey toward growth, resolution, peace, and improved relationships. Together we will: strengthen your ability to regulate your emotions & nervous system, explore panic & fears, implement strategies to give up the worrying habit, and break the cycle of nagging self-doubt.

I specialize in helping couples, families, and children. As human beings, we have a need to feel connected to a significant other who becomes like a safe haven and a source of security and comfort. This person helps us to face the world with confidence because we know there is someone who cares about us. When we feel disconnected from our attachment figure, we feel unprotected and life's challenges seem to be bigger and scarier. I help couples and families to feel secure in their relationship by strengthening their bond so that they become responsive, accessible and emotionally engaged with each other.

It's always the right time to explore yourself and learn where you are. At Dear Me Psychotherapy, we offer culturally congruent specialized mental health treatment for children, adolescents, young adults, adults, older adults, and their families. All of our clinicians speak at least two languages in order to provide language and cultural accommodations to Asian population. We serve clients with different diagnoses, including but not limited to, Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, trauma, stress management, and grief and loss, and much more.

Are you feeling stuck? Maybe you’re facing a lot of stress, Maybe you’re struggling with your relationship, Maybe your anxiety and depression gets really unbearable, Maybe what happened in the past is still haunting you. It’s really overwhelming that you have tried so hard but couldn’t get out of the darkness. If this is you, you're in the right place. I am here to listen and help! I believe that everyone can change and grow even during the times you feel helpless and hopeless. I have witnessed powerful healing and growth in my presence.

Are you tired of code/persona switching? Maybe there are some underlying behaviors & emotions that don't make sense & you want to learn more? Or maybe you can't seem to connect with someone who actually "gets it", which doesn't mean they're terrible people, because they're endearing when they try, but they just don't seem to fully understand. It's hard trying to navigate life & all it's complexities. As humans, we're multi-faceted, multi-dimensional beings which can be really overwhelming. There are parts that we love, other parts that we dislike, maybe even hate. This can cause to act in self-sabotaging ways, unintentionally.

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

I work primarily with adults who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery and connection to your true self. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.

Hello, and thank you for viewing my profile. Over the past 30 years, I’ve had the privilege to work with clients in a variety of settings, including clinical, residential, and for the last 11 years in private practice. Throughout that time I've helped clients resolve a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I also have extensive experience treating clients whose lives have been negatively impacted by alcohol and other drugs, and with others who are struggling with compulsive behavior related to video gaming, gambling, and internet porn.

I specialize in helping adults and children of all ages with anxiety, depression, behavior problems, attachment issues, social learning problems, oppositional behaviors, ADHD and issues of inattention, Austism spectrum behaviors, and developmental and learning disorders. I also help parents who need support and parenting coaching around attachment, bonding, discipline, limit setting,managing behaviors, support with IEPs. For the early intervention part of my practice, I see parents and young children with issues around separation anxiety, lack of self soothing, self harming, attachment with parents, and developmental delays (language, gross motor, social emotional development, etc.)

Are you a struggling parent who needs extra support while your teen is in treatment? Are you a young professional who's suffering from Imposter Syndrome with limited skills to cope? Are you looking for a therapist who can validate your reality as an immigrant in US? If so, then I am glad that you've found us. Before Dawn Counseling Center (BDCC) is committed to enhance your growth via DBT-informed treatment that's culturally-competent & community-based. It is my commitment to provide you an authentic therapeutic experience with practical resources to create a life that's worth living.

Samantha provides treatment for adults dealing with PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, issues with attachment, childhood trauma, and relational issues. Samantha Arreola is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in supporting clients through past trauma, specifically childhood trauma in order to foster healthier romantic, social, and familial relationships. I help people get unstuck from their negative thought patterns and behaviors, and work toward unapologetically loving themselves and their lives.

NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. I am trained in EMDR and in the process of becoming certified. EMDR is an amazing tool to help heal the effects of trauma and complicated grief. I have an open minded and open-hearted spiritual approach. I am experienced in helping people who are experiencing loss/ grief, PTSD and anxiety/mood 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?

Finding the right therapist to work with is an important decision. The therapist's credentials and specialties are factors to consider, but perhaps the most important factor is "do I feel a connection with this person and can I talk openly with her about the challenges I'm facing?" It is an honor and a privilege to support you in your journey. I love helping people examine their lives, understand themselves better, and navigate their relationships more skillfully. My style as a therapist is pragmatic and I apply various approaches based on your individual needs.

As a therapist, I look for the basic goodness of human beings and try to bring clients having locus of control in their lives and share perspectives leading clients to feel liberated so they find the meaning of life; fulfillment and happiness. This takes practice, as our minds naturally scan for the negative, but if we try, we can almost always find something good about you and others which will lead us to heal and peace and may bring harmony and joy to our life.

Now more than ever people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and challenged by the many demands in our lives. Managing relationships, parenting, and work/life balance can leave us feeling lost and confused on how to move forward. And sadly, not addressing these challenges can lead us to feeling like we’re drowning and far from living a fulfilling life. We believe that it shouldn’t be so hard to live better. We can change for the better, and a lot of times, all we need is support, understanding, and hope to find those answers in a collaborative and comfortable environment.

Congratulations on taking the courageous step to begin therapy. As we all know, life can be challenging and demanding at times. This may lead us to feeling sad, angry, hopeless or confused. We may feel stuck and not know how to move forward; which can be a very lonely and scary place to be as well. However, you are not alone and healing is possible! My role as a therapist is to provide a safe place and offer warmth and empathy throughout this collaborative process, in order to help you in exploring your thoughts and feelings, as well as guide you in developing insight and identifying skills to achieve the thriving life you deserve.

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.

Are there good things in your life, but still feeling stuck in emotional or behavioral patterns or had something painful happen to you? Do you keep having the same unfulfilling relationships with family, friends and romantic partners? With more than 25 years of experience counseling, perhaps I can help you heal, develop tools & insights to help you through the struggles and to discover the joy and happiness waiting for you! I love to help people heal, gain greater insight into themselves, help them change undesirable habits, and process tough and painful issues. The life you long for is possible! Let's see if we can do this!