Feminist Therapists in San Jose, CA
Zhiyuan Zhang, Reconnection Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95112
The therapy I provide focuses on deep analysis of trauma, anxiety, depression, and somatization symptoms, including psychodynamic analysis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), multicultural therapy, feminist therapy, postmodern and deconstructionist methods, and healing intertwined with Christian culture.
Here, you don’t have to face life’s challenges and uncertainties alone. Together, we’ll explore the roots of interpersonal, marital, and parenting issues, gradually uncovering your authentic self—clarifying which traits, beliefs, thought patterns, and behaviors have formed unconsciously over time. If you’re dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or somatic symptoms, I warmly invite you to begin this journey of self-exploration. My approach delves into the core of trauma, helping you identify and gently deconstruct beliefs and fears you may not yet fully recognize. I’m here to support you in building genuine self-awareness.
The therapy I provide focuses on deep analysis of trauma, anxiety, depression, and somatization symptoms, including psychodynamic analysis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), multicultural therapy, feminist therapy, postmodern and deconstructionist methods, and healing intertwined with Christian culture.
Here, you don’t have to face life’s challenges and uncertainties alone. Together, we’ll explore the roots of interpersonal, marital, and parenting issues, gradually uncovering your authentic self—clarifying which traits, beliefs, thought patterns, and behaviors have formed unconsciously over time. If you’re dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, or somatic symptoms, I warmly invite you to begin this journey of self-exploration. My approach delves into the core of trauma, helping you identify and gently deconstruct beliefs and fears you may not yet fully recognize. I’m here to support you in building genuine self-awareness.
Abby Jones
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, NCC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95126
I blend cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with person-centered, narrative, and feminist approaches.
Providing a warm, safe space is my first priority. Together, we'll collaborate to explore and achieve your goals. I am passionate about supporting clients to advocate for their needs and embrace confidence in their journey of self expression. I specialize in individuals and groups, with a specific focus on anxiety, trauma, body image, disordered eating, and life transitions. I enjoy supporting current and retired athletes in finding balance, understanding their mental health, and feeling strong. I also deeply value empowering LGBTQIA+ individuals to live openly and authentically.
I blend cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with person-centered, narrative, and feminist approaches.
Providing a warm, safe space is my first priority. Together, we'll collaborate to explore and achieve your goals. I am passionate about supporting clients to advocate for their needs and embrace confidence in their journey of self expression. I specialize in individuals and groups, with a specific focus on anxiety, trauma, body image, disordered eating, and life transitions. I enjoy supporting current and retired athletes in finding balance, understanding their mental health, and feeling strong. I also deeply value empowering LGBTQIA+ individuals to live openly and authentically.
I am a left-leaning, intersectional feminist.
If you feel lost, adrift, tapped out, sunk, on pins and needles, or isolated: I can help. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, and children to cope with debilitating symptoms such as anxiety, depression, compulsions, sexual dysfunction, anger, and life crises. There is something to be learned and gained from each circumstance, each symptom, no matter how painful. My aim is to help you increase functioning in your relationships, at work, and at school. When you feel more functional, then you can begin to make new choices and reach your highest potential. Sexual Minorities, LGBT/Alternative lifestyles welcome.
I am a left-leaning, intersectional feminist.
If you feel lost, adrift, tapped out, sunk, on pins and needles, or isolated: I can help. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, and children to cope with debilitating symptoms such as anxiety, depression, compulsions, sexual dysfunction, anger, and life crises. There is something to be learned and gained from each circumstance, each symptom, no matter how painful. My aim is to help you increase functioning in your relationships, at work, and at school. When you feel more functional, then you can begin to make new choices and reach your highest potential. Sexual Minorities, LGBT/Alternative lifestyles welcome.
I provide trauma-informed therapy grounded in principles of relational attachment, existential psychotherapy, feminist multicultural psychotherapy, and harm reduction.
Hello there. I help clients build safety in their lives so they can embrace all parts of their self. I support adults who are working through shame, guilt, low self-compassion, and generally struggling to accept themselves. I work well with clients who are curious about improving boundaries, who have experienced past harmful family dynamics, and who are coming to terms with new diagnoses or life transitions.
I provide trauma-informed therapy grounded in principles of relational attachment, existential psychotherapy, feminist multicultural psychotherapy, and harm reduction.
Hello there. I help clients build safety in their lives so they can embrace all parts of their self. I support adults who are working through shame, guilt, low self-compassion, and generally struggling to accept themselves. I work well with clients who are curious about improving boundaries, who have experienced past harmful family dynamics, and who are coming to terms with new diagnoses or life transitions.
I draw from psychodynamic, feminist theory, and somatic approaches.
There’s wisdom in the ways we’ve had to be to survive - it’s important to honor that. Yet at some point, we can move beyond survival and into fuller living. I specialize in working with people who want to know their true selves more deeply, and those who want to break cycles (intergenerational or their own). Particularly trans/nonbinary, LGBTQ+, immigrants/children of immigrants, and BIPOC. I also support parents (especially of LGBTQ+ children or who are LGBTQ+ themselves), as well as men who felt “too sensitive” or had to be “strong” and want to explore a masculinity that’s right for them. I work with college/graduate students
I draw from psychodynamic, feminist theory, and somatic approaches.
There’s wisdom in the ways we’ve had to be to survive - it’s important to honor that. Yet at some point, we can move beyond survival and into fuller living. I specialize in working with people who want to know their true selves more deeply, and those who want to break cycles (intergenerational or their own). Particularly trans/nonbinary, LGBTQ+, immigrants/children of immigrants, and BIPOC. I also support parents (especially of LGBTQ+ children or who are LGBTQ+ themselves), as well as men who felt “too sensitive” or had to be “strong” and want to explore a masculinity that’s right for them. I work with college/graduate students
I use an eclectic approach tailored to the client in front of me, but my core framework includes humanistic (person-centered, Rogerian), feminist, social systems, relational, and psychodynamic therapies.
I am a trans-identified therapist who is passionate about supporting LGBTQIA clients. I frequently work with late-diagnosed ADHD-ers, college students, chronic illness/disability, "late bloomers", relationship and family issues, body image (HAES-aligned), and mood disorders. I provide an affirming space for clients who are sex workers, kink practitioners, and consensually non-monogamous.
I use an eclectic approach tailored to the client in front of me, but my core framework includes humanistic (person-centered, Rogerian), feminist, social systems, relational, and psychodynamic therapies.
I am a trans-identified therapist who is passionate about supporting LGBTQIA clients. I frequently work with late-diagnosed ADHD-ers, college students, chronic illness/disability, "late bloomers", relationship and family issues, body image (HAES-aligned), and mood disorders. I provide an affirming space for clients who are sex workers, kink practitioners, and consensually non-monogamous.
My work is feminist, trauma informed and allied with marginalized identities.
Hello, I am Katie Weldon, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to the needs of each client or couple. My areas of greatest clinical interest include survivors of prior trauma or abuse, military members and families, LGBTQIA2S+, disordered eating, couples therapy, grief counseling and life transitions. Couples, Veterans/Active-Duty Service Members or their Families, PTSD, Survivors of Abuse, LGBTQIA2S+ and Queer clients, eating disorders/Disordered Eating, Anxiety, and Depression.
My work is feminist, trauma informed and allied with marginalized identities.
Hello, I am Katie Weldon, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to the needs of each client or couple. My areas of greatest clinical interest include survivors of prior trauma or abuse, military members and families, LGBTQIA2S+, disordered eating, couples therapy, grief counseling and life transitions. Couples, Veterans/Active-Duty Service Members or their Families, PTSD, Survivors of Abuse, LGBTQIA2S+ and Queer clients, eating disorders/Disordered Eating, Anxiety, and Depression.
I specialize in childhood trauma using EMDR, and postpartum depression and anxiety, using a feminist viewpoint.
My approach to therapy is warm, genuine and humanistic. I create a safe and nurturing therapy environment and employ humor when appropriate.
I specialize in childhood trauma using EMDR, and postpartum depression and anxiety, using a feminist viewpoint.
My approach to therapy is warm, genuine and humanistic. I create a safe and nurturing therapy environment and employ humor when appropriate.
My approach to therapy is an integrative approach of Feminist and Narrative therapies, combining empowerment & social justice.
I identify as a queer person of color and bring that unique experience into therapy. I also specialize in forensic psychology, assessment, woman’s issues, coping with microaggressions & discrimination, sexuality, establishing healthy relationships, and transgender affirmative therapy. I also work from an intersectional lens, focusing on identities.
My approach to therapy is an integrative approach of Feminist and Narrative therapies, combining empowerment & social justice.
I identify as a queer person of color and bring that unique experience into therapy. I also specialize in forensic psychology, assessment, woman’s issues, coping with microaggressions & discrimination, sexuality, establishing healthy relationships, and transgender affirmative therapy. I also work from an intersectional lens, focusing on identities.
Seeking Feminist, body-neutral, LGBTQIA+ celebrating depth therapy?
Intersectionality, curiosity, openness are foundational. You deserve to be fully seen, affirmed, & celebrated for your values, strengths, resilience, spirituality/religion, politics, activism, and culture—as well as experiences of discrimination and oppression though racism, sexism, disability, body size, ageism, relational structure, gender and sexuality.
Seeking Feminist, body-neutral, LGBTQIA+ celebrating depth therapy?
Intersectionality, curiosity, openness are foundational. You deserve to be fully seen, affirmed, & celebrated for your values, strengths, resilience, spirituality/religion, politics, activism, and culture—as well as experiences of discrimination and oppression though racism, sexism, disability, body size, ageism, relational structure, gender and sexuality.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, relational, and feminist.
I work to tailor my approach to your needs. We may spend some sessions problem solving and building coping skills, and others exploring your past and relationship to your emotions. I believe that we cannot get rid of uncomfortable emotions like anxiety, but we can learn new skills for how we react to our emotions and thoughts.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, relational, and feminist.
I work to tailor my approach to your needs. We may spend some sessions problem solving and building coping skills, and others exploring your past and relationship to your emotions. I believe that we cannot get rid of uncomfortable emotions like anxiety, but we can learn new skills for how we react to our emotions and thoughts.
Meet Our Feminist Therapists
Carly Rushton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95128
At Relucent Psychology Group I bring my background in college settings, art, and nonprofits to work with people from diverse backgrounds using a compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach. I'm passionate about helping others navigate trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, child/teen behavioral issues, complex grief, self-esteem, work-life balance, spirituality and life transitions. I believe in being authentic and approaching our work together authentically. I have been told my approach allows others to feel comfortable, welcome, and safe to explore and release anger, sadness, fear, even joy and humor.
At Relucent Psychology Group I bring my background in college settings, art, and nonprofits to work with people from diverse backgrounds using a compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach. I'm passionate about helping others navigate trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, child/teen behavioral issues, complex grief, self-esteem, work-life balance, spirituality and life transitions. I believe in being authentic and approaching our work together authentically. I have been told my approach allows others to feel comfortable, welcome, and safe to explore and release anger, sadness, fear, even joy and humor.
Lillian Hayatghaib
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95117
Shame can't survive if we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding. Healing is inherently relational. It is my belief that the longer a person is unable to repair broken attachment patterns and insecure attachment behaviors, the more likely it is that they will find these patterns and behaviors replicated in their adult relationships. My background in philosophy uniquely equips me to address existential concerns and the profound anxieties that accompany modern life, offering a powerful tool for navigating these challenges.
Shame can't survive if we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding. Healing is inherently relational. It is my belief that the longer a person is unable to repair broken attachment patterns and insecure attachment behaviors, the more likely it is that they will find these patterns and behaviors replicated in their adult relationships. My background in philosophy uniquely equips me to address existential concerns and the profound anxieties that accompany modern life, offering a powerful tool for navigating these challenges.
Navigating emotional pain can feel isolating, especially when it becomes entangled with daily life, relationships, or physical health. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. Together, we will explore the patterns and experiences that are keeping you stuck, and build tools for healing, growth, and resilience.
Navigating emotional pain can feel isolating, especially when it becomes entangled with daily life, relationships, or physical health. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. Together, we will explore the patterns and experiences that are keeping you stuck, and build tools for healing, growth, and resilience.
To make real change happen we must choose. Choosing requires courage, strength & personal responsibility to undertake the intimate journey of self-discovery. The Japanese culture has a tradition of painting a broken section of pottery with gold, thereby embracing the meaning that beauty is found in the broken places. From a conscious & open heart space, I choose to meet you wherever you are in life, as life can hand us challenging situations at any moment, pushing our limits of pain, stress & comprehension. I am honored to co-create change with a diverse range of people, all ages & unique life stories,
To make real change happen we must choose. Choosing requires courage, strength & personal responsibility to undertake the intimate journey of self-discovery. The Japanese culture has a tradition of painting a broken section of pottery with gold, thereby embracing the meaning that beauty is found in the broken places. From a conscious & open heart space, I choose to meet you wherever you are in life, as life can hand us challenging situations at any moment, pushing our limits of pain, stress & comprehension. I am honored to co-create change with a diverse range of people, all ages & unique life stories,
My practice is aimed at helping burnt-out millennials navigate the overwhelming pressures of modern life. Whether you are caught up in the anxiety & stress of just trying to get by while feeling like you constantly have to please everyone along the way or have difficulty connecting deeply in your relationships, my goal is to help you manage stress, find your voice, and maintain connections that feel genuine and fulfilling. I offer both individual and couples therapy so whatever your needs, I am here to provide the safe and supportive space you need to feel more confident in yourself and your relationships.
My practice is aimed at helping burnt-out millennials navigate the overwhelming pressures of modern life. Whether you are caught up in the anxiety & stress of just trying to get by while feeling like you constantly have to please everyone along the way or have difficulty connecting deeply in your relationships, my goal is to help you manage stress, find your voice, and maintain connections that feel genuine and fulfilling. I offer both individual and couples therapy so whatever your needs, I am here to provide the safe and supportive space you need to feel more confident in yourself and your relationships.
Karen D Kochenburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95110
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! Please send me a message and I will reply promptly! I currently have a weekly opening on Wednesdays at 11am and biweekly on Wednesdays at 1pm. I love working with people finding their way with neurodivergence/ADHD/ASD and/or sexual/gender identity. These issues affect everything in life, including relationships, moods, self-concept, and work, so please feel free to contact me if any of this applies to you. I am also delighted to address other issues listed as my specialties with anyone 13 and over. I look forward to meeting you!
Hello! Please send me a message and I will reply promptly! I currently have a weekly opening on Wednesdays at 11am and biweekly on Wednesdays at 1pm. I love working with people finding their way with neurodivergence/ADHD/ASD and/or sexual/gender identity. These issues affect everything in life, including relationships, moods, self-concept, and work, so please feel free to contact me if any of this applies to you. I am also delighted to address other issues listed as my specialties with anyone 13 and over. I look forward to meeting you!
My name is Alisa Eisenberg, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals statewide via telehealth. I specialize in stress management, how to develop a healthy lifestyle, increase resilience, and a variety of stress related disorders including depression, anxiety, symptoms of PTSD as well as medical and health issues. I have worked with individuals of varying ages as my approach benefits all age groups, from late teens to older adults.
My name is Alisa Eisenberg, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals statewide via telehealth. I specialize in stress management, how to develop a healthy lifestyle, increase resilience, and a variety of stress related disorders including depression, anxiety, symptoms of PTSD as well as medical and health issues. I have worked with individuals of varying ages as my approach benefits all age groups, from late teens to older adults.
I currently have immediate openings for telehealth, and limited in-person availability. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what's going on in your life, including uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, and past experiences. I am empathic and open-minded, allowing each person to share their unique self in therapy. Therapy can be challenging and emotional, and together we can set goals that move you towards healing and self-improvement. I take a holistic approach to therapy, with an emphasis on your biological needs (exercise, sleep, nutrition, physical illness, etc). Therapy may be short-term or long-term.
I currently have immediate openings for telehealth, and limited in-person availability. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what's going on in your life, including uncomfortable emotions, relationship issues, and past experiences. I am empathic and open-minded, allowing each person to share their unique self in therapy. Therapy can be challenging and emotional, and together we can set goals that move you towards healing and self-improvement. I take a holistic approach to therapy, with an emphasis on your biological needs (exercise, sleep, nutrition, physical illness, etc). Therapy may be short-term or long-term.
Dr. Serseción is a genderqueer, Latinx, a licensed psychologist with 15+ years of experience as a therapist. Dr. Serseción is a native Spanish speaker from Puerto Rico, providing treatment in English and Spanish. In addition, Dr. Sersecion provides workshops on various topics such as cultural humility, and working with diverse populations. They work with the following communities: LGBTQ+ population, polyamory community, Latinx community, DID/ plural community, geek community, video game community, and various others.
Dr. Serseción is a genderqueer, Latinx, a licensed psychologist with 15+ years of experience as a therapist. Dr. Serseción is a native Spanish speaker from Puerto Rico, providing treatment in English and Spanish. In addition, Dr. Sersecion provides workshops on various topics such as cultural humility, and working with diverse populations. They work with the following communities: LGBTQ+ population, polyamory community, Latinx community, DID/ plural community, geek community, video game community, and various others.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.