Life Coaching Therapists in San Jose, CA
Psychotherapy is a way of creating safe/trusted relationship with a therapist while discovering different views of what clients face in their life.
My goal is to help people be aware of their "choices" and move forward to their future life rather than stuck in problems. It is to instill hope into people. Therapy can be a short or long term depending on individual's situation.
Psychotherapy is a way of creating safe/trusted relationship with a therapist while discovering different views of what clients face in their life.
My goal is to help people be aware of their "choices" and move forward to their future life rather than stuck in problems. It is to instill hope into people. Therapy can be a short or long term depending on individual's situation.
My goal is to help you reconnect with your strengths, establish compassionate boundaries, and build a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and joyful!
As a Venezuelan-American clinician with a cross-cultural perspective, I provide deeply relational, neuro-affirming, and somatic psychotherapy. My identity as a neurodivergent individual and a parent to ND children informs my belief that therapy should be a non-punitive, mask-free space where you can explore your most authentic self, and maybe have a little fun too! My approach is integrative and relational; I utilize somatic psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and creative interventions to help you reconnect with your body and process complex emotions.
My goal is to help you reconnect with your strengths, establish compassionate boundaries, and build a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and joyful!
As a Venezuelan-American clinician with a cross-cultural perspective, I provide deeply relational, neuro-affirming, and somatic psychotherapy. My identity as a neurodivergent individual and a parent to ND children informs my belief that therapy should be a non-punitive, mask-free space where you can explore your most authentic self, and maybe have a little fun too! My approach is integrative and relational; I utilize somatic psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and creative interventions to help you reconnect with your body and process complex emotions.
Move through life with greater ease and confidence.
With Hypnotherapy we talk directly to your unconscious mind with positive suggestions and imagery. With Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) we find unconscious & conscious thought patterns that have been creating the problem, and create new thoughts & feelings you want to feel instead.
Move through life with greater ease and confidence.
With Hypnotherapy we talk directly to your unconscious mind with positive suggestions and imagery. With Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) we find unconscious & conscious thought patterns that have been creating the problem, and create new thoughts & feelings you want to feel instead.
I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.
I’m passionate about working with different age groups, ethnic backgrounds, and sexual orientations. I use a humanistic approach to build strong therapeutic relationships with clients, an essential component to ensure the success of treatment. I draw from evidence-based approaches, such as CBT and mindfulness to help you manage anxiety and depression.
I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.
I’m passionate about working with different age groups, ethnic backgrounds, and sexual orientations. I use a humanistic approach to build strong therapeutic relationships with clients, an essential component to ensure the success of treatment. I draw from evidence-based approaches, such as CBT and mindfulness to help you manage anxiety and depression.
Are you looking for someone to work with you and your family to optimize you, your child, or family's strengths? Are the pressures of school, relationships, work, or society impacting you or your child's ability to feel happy and fulfilled? If so, I am available to work with you to develop wellness strategies to promote health and well-being. Whether you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, medical concerns, or academic struggles, working with a trained professional is a way to find support & understand you/your child's needs better.
Are you looking for someone to work with you and your family to optimize you, your child, or family's strengths? Are the pressures of school, relationships, work, or society impacting you or your child's ability to feel happy and fulfilled? If so, I am available to work with you to develop wellness strategies to promote health and well-being. Whether you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, medical concerns, or academic struggles, working with a trained professional is a way to find support & understand you/your child's needs better.
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
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.
I also specialized in multicultural issues and diversity issues such as identity issues, life transitions, and family issues.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
I also specialized in multicultural issues and diversity issues such as identity issues, life transitions, and family issues.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
I work with adults feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating life changes.
I support adults navigating stress, life changes, or the pressures of family, work, and culture. Together, we build coping skills, explore patterns, and gain insight, helping you feel more confident, balanced, and empowered to move forward in a way that works for you.
I work with adults feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating life changes.
I support adults navigating stress, life changes, or the pressures of family, work, and culture. Together, we build coping skills, explore patterns, and gain insight, helping you feel more confident, balanced, and empowered to move forward in a way that works for you.
Whether you’re navigating life’s challenges, coping with anxiety or depression, working through relationship conflicts, or simply seeking greater balance, know that healing and growth are possible.
In our work together, you'll find gentle guidance and support in a warm, relaxed environment that encourages genuine expression and nonjudgmental understanding. As your therapist, I'm committed to providing a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Your privacy and trust are my top priorities throughout your journey.
Whether you’re navigating life’s challenges, coping with anxiety or depression, working through relationship conflicts, or simply seeking greater balance, know that healing and growth are possible.
In our work together, you'll find gentle guidance and support in a warm, relaxed environment that encourages genuine expression and nonjudgmental understanding. As your therapist, I'm committed to providing a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Your privacy and trust are my top priorities throughout your journey.
Implement solution-focused therapy, and provide real- life problem-solving skills, along with effective communication, i
You feel stuck in the same cycle. Stress rises. Conflict grows. Anxiety takes control. The issue sits deeper than motivation. Many people never learned evidence-based skills for regulating their emotional state. Without these skills, impulsive reactions damage trust. Communication breaks down. Boundaries weaken. Counseling builds practical tools so you can regulate emotions, rebuild trust, and communicate with clarity.
Implement solution-focused therapy, and provide real- life problem-solving skills, along with effective communication, i
You feel stuck in the same cycle. Stress rises. Conflict grows. Anxiety takes control. The issue sits deeper than motivation. Many people never learned evidence-based skills for regulating their emotional state. Without these skills, impulsive reactions damage trust. Communication breaks down. Boundaries weaken. Counseling builds practical tools so you can regulate emotions, rebuild trust, and communicate with clarity.
I help clients feel seen, supported, and safe to show up exactly as they are. My style is warm, authentic, and a little humorous—therapy shouldn’t feel intimidating. I work best with individuals who are motivated and open to gentle challenges that support real growth. Together we’ll explore what’s holding you back, build trust at your pace, and create meaningful change with compassion, honesty, and the occasional well-timed laugh.
I help clients feel seen, supported, and safe to show up exactly as they are. My style is warm, authentic, and a little humorous—therapy shouldn’t feel intimidating. I work best with individuals who are motivated and open to gentle challenges that support real growth. Together we’ll explore what’s holding you back, build trust at your pace, and create meaningful change with compassion, honesty, and the occasional well-timed laugh.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California (License Number 152823).
Prior to my graduate studies, I worked with individuals and families fleeing war and violence. This profound experience deepened my compassion and patience for others and strengthened my commitment to providing empathetic, culturally responsive support. It also ignited in me a lasting passion for continuous learning and meaningful connection in the helping profession.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of California (License Number 152823).
Prior to my graduate studies, I worked with individuals and families fleeing war and violence. This profound experience deepened my compassion and patience for others and strengthened my commitment to providing empathetic, culturally responsive support. It also ignited in me a lasting passion for continuous learning and meaningful connection in the helping profession.
Actually shifting how you respond so your life starts to feel different.
You perform at a high level, but something isn’t working. You’ve tried to think your way out of it. It hasn’t changed. Habits that used to help now leave you exhausted. You find yourself in the same loops, at work, in relationships, or on your own, and more effort isn’t fixing it. Many of the people I work with are neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, high-masking), operating in high-pressure environments, or trying to hold relationships together under stress. The problem isn’t a lack of insight. It’s that the patterns running things don’t respond to insight alone.
Actually shifting how you respond so your life starts to feel different.
You perform at a high level, but something isn’t working. You’ve tried to think your way out of it. It hasn’t changed. Habits that used to help now leave you exhausted. You find yourself in the same loops, at work, in relationships, or on your own, and more effort isn’t fixing it. Many of the people I work with are neurodivergent (Autistic, ADHD, high-masking), operating in high-pressure environments, or trying to hold relationships together under stress. The problem isn’t a lack of insight. It’s that the patterns running things don’t respond to insight alone.
As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life.
The journey to recovery is challenging and rewarding, together we will create an individual treatment plan, which will help you to reach your desired goals and discover your optimal potential. I fluently speak English and Russian and offer my services in both languages. Please give me a call for a free 15 minutes consultation.
As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life.
The journey to recovery is challenging and rewarding, together we will create an individual treatment plan, which will help you to reach your desired goals and discover your optimal potential. I fluently speak English and Russian and offer my services in both languages. Please give me a call for a free 15 minutes consultation.
Are you someone in the middle of a life and career transition?
As a therapist, I love working with folks at this stage because you bring a deep well of insight, resilience, and readiness for real change. You’ve lived, learned, and grown — and now you’re ready to integrate all those experiences into a life that feels aligned with who you truly are.
Are you someone in the middle of a life and career transition?
As a therapist, I love working with folks at this stage because you bring a deep well of insight, resilience, and readiness for real change. You’ve lived, learned, and grown — and now you’re ready to integrate all those experiences into a life that feels aligned with who you truly are.
If you are finding yourself in a challenging spot, whether that may include life transitions, loss, or emotional or physical difficulties, you may feel stuck.
I utilize an integrative approach tailored to support each individual with whom I work. I provide individual and family psychotherapy, psychological testing, and consultation and training for organizations or educational purposes.
If you are finding yourself in a challenging spot, whether that may include life transitions, loss, or emotional or physical difficulties, you may feel stuck.
I utilize an integrative approach tailored to support each individual with whom I work. I provide individual and family psychotherapy, psychological testing, and consultation and training for organizations or educational purposes.
I’m here to walk beside you, listen, and help you build the kind of life that feels right for you.
I’m a proud Latina, a mom, a wife, and the eldest daughter in my family; so, I understand what it’s like to carry a lot. I also know how hard it can be to stay rooted in your culture while trying to find your place in a world that often asks you to blend in.
I’ve worked in mental health for over 23 years, supporting people through anxiety, stress, identity struggles, family dynamics, and more. My approach is centered on you, your story, your strengths, and your pace. Healing looks different for everyone, and there’s no one right way to do it. I’m not here to judge or tell you who to be.
I’m here to walk beside you, listen, and help you build the kind of life that feels right for you.
I’m a proud Latina, a mom, a wife, and the eldest daughter in my family; so, I understand what it’s like to carry a lot. I also know how hard it can be to stay rooted in your culture while trying to find your place in a world that often asks you to blend in.
I’ve worked in mental health for over 23 years, supporting people through anxiety, stress, identity struggles, family dynamics, and more. My approach is centered on you, your story, your strengths, and your pace. Healing looks different for everyone, and there’s no one right way to do it. I’m not here to judge or tell you who to be.
I know how hard it can be to take that first step toward healing, especially when life feels overwhelming.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children (ages 8-17) and young adults (18 years and over) who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Handspring also offers Parenting Support. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
I know how hard it can be to take that first step toward healing, especially when life feels overwhelming.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children (ages 8-17) and young adults (18 years and over) who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Handspring also offers Parenting Support. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
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