Positive Psychology Therapists in San Jose, CA
We provide testing and therapy services to youth and adults struggling in their everyday functioning. PSYCHOTHERAPY: Treatment for youth, families, and adults with mild to severe depression, suicidality/hospitalization, anxiety, behavioral issues, relationship distress, and more. TESTING: Cognitive Testing (IQ/mental abilities); Psychoeducational Testing (Learning Disability/academic achievement); Developmental Testing (Autism Spectrum Disorder, language/motor delay, behavioral disturbance); ADHD Testing (distractibility/concentration, fidgety, impulsive); Behavioral/Emotional Testing (Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Anxiety).
We provide testing and therapy services to youth and adults struggling in their everyday functioning. PSYCHOTHERAPY: Treatment for youth, families, and adults with mild to severe depression, suicidality/hospitalization, anxiety, behavioral issues, relationship distress, and more. TESTING: Cognitive Testing (IQ/mental abilities); Psychoeducational Testing (Learning Disability/academic achievement); Developmental Testing (Autism Spectrum Disorder, language/motor delay, behavioral disturbance); ADHD Testing (distractibility/concentration, fidgety, impulsive); Behavioral/Emotional Testing (Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Anxiety).
I’m Sue Alvey, a licensed mental health clinician with over 30 years of experience supporting “seasoned” adults and their families through the natural transitions of aging. I partner with clients to help them regain their emotional equilibrium, strengthen their coping skills, and refocus their energy toward a meaningful life grounded in their values and personal strengths.
I’m Sue Alvey, a licensed mental health clinician with over 30 years of experience supporting “seasoned” adults and their families through the natural transitions of aging. I partner with clients to help them regain their emotional equilibrium, strengthen their coping skills, and refocus their energy toward a meaningful life grounded in their values and personal strengths.
Rebecca Valdivia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, ATR-P
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95112
Are you a BIPOC going through a life transition or processing trauma? Are you a neurodivergent individual, overwhelmed by navigating in spaces that are non-affirming? Are you looking for a new creative way to deal with difficulties in life and get in touch with your best self? Are you a parent who feels like you’ve tried everything with your child experiencing symptoms of trauma, but they struggle to benefit from traditional talk therapy?
Are you a BIPOC going through a life transition or processing trauma? Are you a neurodivergent individual, overwhelmed by navigating in spaces that are non-affirming? Are you looking for a new creative way to deal with difficulties in life and get in touch with your best self? Are you a parent who feels like you’ve tried everything with your child experiencing symptoms of trauma, but they struggle to benefit from traditional talk therapy?
If your child is struggling with school refusal, lack of motivation, or emotional outbursts around learning, you're not alone. Many parents feel helpless, frustrated, and unsure of what to do next. The tension can affect not just your child’s future, but the entire family’s peace and connection.
Let's understand what’s really going on beneath the surface — both for your child and for you. Together, we can explore the emotional needs behind the behavior, support you in setting clearer boundaries, and rebuild trust and communication at home. Change doesn't happen overnight, but with guidance, it’s absolutely possible.
If your child is struggling with school refusal, lack of motivation, or emotional outbursts around learning, you're not alone. Many parents feel helpless, frustrated, and unsure of what to do next. The tension can affect not just your child’s future, but the entire family’s peace and connection.
Let's understand what’s really going on beneath the surface — both for your child and for you. Together, we can explore the emotional needs behind the behavior, support you in setting clearer boundaries, and rebuild trust and communication at home. Change doesn't happen overnight, but with guidance, it’s absolutely possible.
Anxiety Depression & Grief Counseling | Jodi Paris
Marriage & Family Therapist, AETNA, UHC, UMR, OPTUM, OSCAR
Online Only
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief can feel like carrying an invisible, heavy burden. You might feel lost in a fog of sadness, worry, or loneliness, impacting your daily life and relationships. You're seeking not just relief, but a way to find joy and meaning again. You want to wake up feeling hopeful, to find peace and strength within. I deeply understand what you're going through and am here to help you navigate these challenging emotions.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief can feel like carrying an invisible, heavy burden. You might feel lost in a fog of sadness, worry, or loneliness, impacting your daily life and relationships. You're seeking not just relief, but a way to find joy and meaning again. You want to wake up feeling hopeful, to find peace and strength within. I deeply understand what you're going through and am here to help you navigate these challenging emotions.
My name is Libby Supan, and I’m a licensed therapist and certified Intuitive Eating counselor. I specialize in food and body issues, and also work with people navigating depression, anxiety, codependency (people pleasing), and perfectionism (black-and-white thinking).
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by constant thoughts about food, their bodies, or how to be “good enough.” They’ve tried diets, self-help books, or even therapy before, and still feel stuck. My approach is different. I combine evidence-based therapy with tools rooted in neuroplasticity and the principles of intuitive eating.
My name is Libby Supan, and I’m a licensed therapist and certified Intuitive Eating counselor. I specialize in food and body issues, and also work with people navigating depression, anxiety, codependency (people pleasing), and perfectionism (black-and-white thinking).
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by constant thoughts about food, their bodies, or how to be “good enough.” They’ve tried diets, self-help books, or even therapy before, and still feel stuck. My approach is different. I combine evidence-based therapy with tools rooted in neuroplasticity and the principles of intuitive eating.
Founder of TriHealing Counseling Group. Like many "first-generationers", I experienced struggles with cultural and generational differences, the over-critical parent(s), the "never good enough" mentality, and a sense of emotional distance within myself and at times, within my relationship with my family. Through my own journey, I learned to challenge cultural norms, embracing my biculturalism and making decisions on how I wanted to experience the world as an independent Vietnamese-American woman. I often travel between San Jose and Chicago so I provide a hybrid of in-person and virtual therapy sessions.
Founder of TriHealing Counseling Group. Like many "first-generationers", I experienced struggles with cultural and generational differences, the over-critical parent(s), the "never good enough" mentality, and a sense of emotional distance within myself and at times, within my relationship with my family. Through my own journey, I learned to challenge cultural norms, embracing my biculturalism and making decisions on how I wanted to experience the world as an independent Vietnamese-American woman. I often travel between San Jose and Chicago so I provide a hybrid of in-person and virtual therapy sessions.
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of adult ADHD. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and coaching strategies based in neuroscience to help clients improve cognition and executive functioning skills, emotional awareness and intelligence, and overall functioning in school, work, relationships and daily life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of adult ADHD. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and coaching strategies based in neuroscience to help clients improve cognition and executive functioning skills, emotional awareness and intelligence, and overall functioning in school, work, relationships and daily life.
Are you feeling stuck despite managing life’s responsibilities well? Many people seek support for anxiety, relationship strain, self-doubt, or ongoing stress that isn’t always visible to others. Therapy offers a respectful, culturally aware space that balances understanding with practical support. Together, we clarify patterns, build skills, and support meaningful change so that life feels steadier, more aligned, and more manageable.
Are you feeling stuck despite managing life’s responsibilities well? Many people seek support for anxiety, relationship strain, self-doubt, or ongoing stress that isn’t always visible to others. Therapy offers a respectful, culturally aware space that balances understanding with practical support. Together, we clarify patterns, build skills, and support meaningful change so that life feels steadier, more aligned, and more manageable.
I specialize in transformative therapy for those navigating trauma, toxic relationships, and spiritual crises—including the unique challenges faced by healers, intercessors, and empaths. My work bridges Western psychology and Eastern mysticism, helping you alchemize suffering into sovereignty. Whether you’re recovering from manipulative dynamics, existential voids, or the weight of being ‘too sensitive,’ I’ll meet you in the depths of your story and guide you toward clarity, resilience, and power. With 20+ years of experience, I do more than treat symptoms; I help you rewrite the ‘source code’ of your life.
I specialize in transformative therapy for those navigating trauma, toxic relationships, and spiritual crises—including the unique challenges faced by healers, intercessors, and empaths. My work bridges Western psychology and Eastern mysticism, helping you alchemize suffering into sovereignty. Whether you’re recovering from manipulative dynamics, existential voids, or the weight of being ‘too sensitive,’ I’ll meet you in the depths of your story and guide you toward clarity, resilience, and power. With 20+ years of experience, I do more than treat symptoms; I help you rewrite the ‘source code’ of your life.
Are you looking for a therapist who can validate your pain, while showing you effective solutions to get back on track? If so, then I am glad that you've found me. Before Dawn Counseling Center (BDCC) is committed to enhance your growth via DBT-informed treatment that's efficient & culturally-competent. It is my commitment to provide you an authentic therapeutic experience with practical resources to create a life that's worth living.
Are you looking for a therapist who can validate your pain, while showing you effective solutions to get back on track? If so, then I am glad that you've found me. Before Dawn Counseling Center (BDCC) is committed to enhance your growth via DBT-informed treatment that's efficient & culturally-competent. It is my commitment to provide you an authentic therapeutic experience with practical resources to create a life that's worth living.
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.
Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “Why is this happening? Is it always going to be like this? What can I do?” Do you feel anxious, sad or misunderstood more often than not? Maybe life seems easier and better for everyone around you. Maybe you're surrounded by people, but you feel alone. Your relationships feel like a struggle to maintain. Conflict and discomfort seem like the norm, not the exception. Sometimes it seems like it will never get better and no one understands.
Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “Why is this happening? Is it always going to be like this? What can I do?” Do you feel anxious, sad or misunderstood more often than not? Maybe life seems easier and better for everyone around you. Maybe you're surrounded by people, but you feel alone. Your relationships feel like a struggle to maintain. Conflict and discomfort seem like the norm, not the exception. Sometimes it seems like it will never get better and no one understands.
I am a licensed psychologist who has over 25 years experience working with adolescents and adults. Therapy is a collaborative process between therapist and client. I strive to create a supportive environment in which clients can feel safe to explore their feelings and address barriers that are interfering with their quality of life. I draw from a variety of treatment approaches that match your own personal needs and goals. I believe our thoughts influence our feelings and ultimately our behavior so I also work from a cognitive behavioral approach.
I am a licensed psychologist who has over 25 years experience working with adolescents and adults. Therapy is a collaborative process between therapist and client. I strive to create a supportive environment in which clients can feel safe to explore their feelings and address barriers that are interfering with their quality of life. I draw from a variety of treatment approaches that match your own personal needs and goals. I believe our thoughts influence our feelings and ultimately our behavior so I also work from a cognitive behavioral approach.
Thanks for visiting! I have 21 years of experience as a counselor, mental health therapist, and behaviorist. My specialty is working with LGBT+ adults and couples. Issues I have worked with in the past include same-sex couples' dynamics, self-acceptance, the coming-out process, and gender transition. I am also skilled with a variety of presenting problems, ranging from trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional), substance abuse, anxiety, and depression.
Thanks for visiting! I have 21 years of experience as a counselor, mental health therapist, and behaviorist. My specialty is working with LGBT+ adults and couples. Issues I have worked with in the past include same-sex couples' dynamics, self-acceptance, the coming-out process, and gender transition. I am also skilled with a variety of presenting problems, ranging from trauma (sexual, physical, and emotional), substance abuse, anxiety, and depression.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I focus on helping individuals identify and create healthy boundaries to assist in navigating and healing from life’s many challenges.
Boundaries provide us with a blue print that shows the expectations we set for ourselves and others. They are created based on our experiences, our trauma and our hope. They can either be healthy or unhealthy and regardless, they impact and influence our relationships with others as well as our relationship with the world around us.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I focus on helping individuals identify and create healthy boundaries to assist in navigating and healing from life’s many challenges.
Boundaries provide us with a blue print that shows the expectations we set for ourselves and others. They are created based on our experiences, our trauma and our hope. They can either be healthy or unhealthy and regardless, they impact and influence our relationships with others as well as our relationship with the world around us.
Many of my clients come to me seeking clarity and practical strategies to overcome challenges and move forward with confidence. I understand how hard it can be to face these struggles alone, and I’m here to provide support and solutions tailored to your needs. I also offer LCSW supervision to any ASW's in California.
Many of my clients come to me seeking clarity and practical strategies to overcome challenges and move forward with confidence. I understand how hard it can be to face these struggles alone, and I’m here to provide support and solutions tailored to your needs. I also offer LCSW supervision to any ASW's in California.
My expertise lies in Executive Coaching, Human Performance Improvement, and Addiction Treatment with diversified experience that includes recent positions as a Counselor for Addiction Recovery and former role as an Advisor to high-net-worth clients. I have focused on leveraging combined background to provide advisement to executives and other professionals struggling with addiction. I am currently completing a Ph.D. degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and previously earned a Master’s degree in Addiction Studies. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC).
My expertise lies in Executive Coaching, Human Performance Improvement, and Addiction Treatment with diversified experience that includes recent positions as a Counselor for Addiction Recovery and former role as an Advisor to high-net-worth clients. I have focused on leveraging combined background to provide advisement to executives and other professionals struggling with addiction. I am currently completing a Ph.D. degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and previously earned a Master’s degree in Addiction Studies. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC).
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
Life transitions, emotional distress, and relationship challenges can feel overwhelming at times. Therapy provides a structured and supportive space to explore these experiences, develop insight, and work toward meaningful change. As a licensed therapist, I offer a thoughtful, collaborative approach focused on helping clients regain stability and clarity.
Life transitions, emotional distress, and relationship challenges can feel overwhelming at times. Therapy provides a structured and supportive space to explore these experiences, develop insight, and work toward meaningful change. As a licensed therapist, I offer a thoughtful, collaborative approach focused on helping clients regain stability and clarity.
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Positive Psychology Therapists
How does positive psychology therapy work?
Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.
When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?
If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviors differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?
The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.
Is positive psychology effective in therapy?
Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.