Positive Psychology Therapists in San Jose, CA
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Tomilu Stuart LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
,
positive psychology
and mindfulness to help my clients.
We are living through a difficult time right now. As a young student nurse, I was taught that we were overdue for a pandemic. Forty years later here we are. Feeling threatened by a micro-organism we cannot see. Then there is the uncertainty of how it will end and conflicting messages that bombard you. Your thoughts trigger your feelings. Thinking errors and cognitive distortions can add to your distress making feelings of anxiety worse. When we are unable to change situations, we need to change how we handle them. I will help you.
Not accepting new clients

Dr. Thu Dang
PhD, MA
I am not accepting new clients. Hello! I am a certified coaching therapist and have been practicing since 2005. I have a Ph.D. and MA in clinical psychology and I have worked at universities, community counseling centers, and Kaiser Permanente. "What is coaching?" you might ask. Coaching is the use of
positive psychology
to focus on your strengths (rather than deficits) to help you reach your goals. Your goals can include being better able to communicate with your loved ones or coworkers, improve working relationships with management and/or employees, conflict management, and assertiveness training.

Kathryn Anjin Harper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCC
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic approach combines cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and
positive psychology
theory and techniques.
Are you feeling stuck in your life? Let’s sit together and explore all that weighs on you. I think of counseling as a form of mentoring. You have the answers in yourself. My role is to be your companion and guide in accessing your own wisdom and power. You are stronger and more creative than you know. Therapy is an experience where I stay completely present to you, and help you explore, heal, and grow.

Cherise Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use different mediums to engage clients including CBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, emotion focused, psychodynamic, and
positive psychology
.
I welcome individuals and teens. I have experience with anxiety, relationships, low motivation, goal setting, and depression. I am happy to partner with you with working through issues with relationships, career, and to collaborate on finding ways to support you living your best life. I am a firm believer that we all have the strength and capability within ourselves to accomplish our goals; therapy is a way for people to discover and be encouraged in these abilities. f you would like to schedule an appointment, please send me an email!

Hue Dang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Welcome! My name is Hue Dang, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. My areas of expertise include but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, anger and stress management, grief and loss, play therapy, relationship challenges, family systems, childhood trauma and abuse, parenting, and social skills. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, families, and individuals in the areas of case management, behavioral support, and mental health. My top modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered, Gestalt, Art Therapy,
Positive Psychology
, and Strength-based Approach.

Brittanie Robledo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy,
Positive Psychology
, and family therapy to help support your desired improvements.
Nothing changes if nothing changes is a quote that I have lived my life by for years. Are you ready to make changes? Even just a small one? Seeking out therapy is already a change that can improve your overall well-being. I specialize in treating adults or adolescents struggling with substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and family conflict in residential and outpatient settings. I am passionate about helping those who are ready to learn and implement positive habits into their lives. I am passionate about supporting your growth in relationships, work, school, etc.

Shashon McCalister
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy is to meet the client where they are. My theoretical approach is eclectic; however, some of my favorites include CBT, Solution Focus, and
Positive Psychology
. With over 14 years of experience in residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment and behavioral health, I am experienced in working with co-occurring disorders and the multifaceted and complex aspects of substance use/abuse.

Andrea Cook
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Using a
positive psychology
perspective, we focus both on decreasing unproductive patterns and building strengths.
We are all feeling the effects of the corona virus. For many of us, that means increased chronic stress and worry, and its associated symptoms of fatigue, appetite and digestive challenges, poor sleep, body aches, irritability, and sadness. All appointments are provided using Telemental Health using HIPAA compliant Zoom, so that you can receive therapy by video conferencing in the comfort of your home or other private space.

Tamara Rosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am truly passionate in working with individuals that are seeking balance, growth, and harmony in their lives. My professional journey has allowed me to work in different settings (Clinical, School-Based, Community-Based and Psychiatric) with families and individuals of different ages and backgrounds. My clinical work is influenced by current research on Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, and
Positive Psychology
.

The Mindful Lemon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Here at The Mindful Lemon, we believe in treating the whole person – we focus on the mind-body connection,
positive psychology
, law of attraction and mindfulness in conjunction with a multitude of evidenced based practice and therapeutic modalities to help you to achieve your greatest potential.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.

Rebecca Ochoa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
**Accepting New Clients** 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. With a holistic view, some humor & the warmth of a neutral &

Demetria Zappacosta-Iacocca
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAADC
Verified
Verified
Addiction and Recovery Counseling is for anyone who feels that alcohol or drugs are affecting them negatively. As a Licensed Recovery Counselor I offer individuals, couples and families help to develop plans for reaching their recovery goals and making positive changes in their lives. Addiction and Recovery Counseling is an opportunity for families to learn about addiction and the behaviors that go along with it. I help families understand what role they play in their loved ones addiction and recovery.

Erick Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified
Verified
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.

Fred Kutnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Anger, shame, anxiety, depression, and perfectionism are emotions and traits that can be caused by trauma. Unresolved trauma can negatively affect our current relationships and family dynamics. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with you in order to manage trauma-related symptoms and reach a more meaningful state. I utilize a client-centered approach in order to create a safe space for my clients to process unresolved feelings/reactions. Forming a meaningful connection allows us to create a space that welcomes vulnerability, and the therapeutic relationship is just as important as the therapeutic modality.

Joshua Tan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.

Christine Minakakis
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Can you look someone right in the eye and immediately forget their name after they've said it multiple times? Do you ever get so nervous about being late to an appointment that you do nothing at all before? Have you tried every possible planner, routine, system, and can't find one that sticks? This could be some of what an adult with ADHD might experience. You might have been diagnosed as a child or you may be completely new to the neurodivergent world. Our work can help you process anxiety and shame around ADHD symptoms, help navigate social, relationship, and work settings, and help you better understand your brilliant brain.

Karen L Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I enjoy helping people discover the courage to explore their emotional lives indepth and make healthy changes. I feel honored and hopeful when a person has come in to share their life story with me.
Rosemarie Carver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Stag of life issues for client. Job ,relationship issues, Additions. Depression. aging and mental health/depression.

Alex J Mackenzie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CEAP, Coach
Verified
Verified
For over thirty years,I have been helping couples and individuals who want to enhance their relationships, communicate better, get better results personally and professionally, and overcome challenges with anxiety and depression. I use proven, research-based techniques to help you get better results in the context of all your relationships. I listen to you, but also, I am very interactive and provide feedback.

R Brian Salinas
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
Verified
As an adult in today’s society the pressures and stress take their toll on our mental health. I work with adults, helping them develop the skills necessary to successfully navigate life’s stressors. My work addresses a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, divorce and other family issues, substance abuse and dependence, trauma, stage of life issues, professional stresses and transitions, and deeper exploration of emotional, psychological and spiritual issues. I use a mix of approaches designed to help my patients gain insight and deal with the core issues they wish to address.
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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.