Somatic Therapists in San Jose, CA
Life is hard enough without feeling like you have to shrink yourself to fit in. When you’re seen as different, the world can be a tough, lonely, and exhausting place. It can leave you carrying shame, anxiety, fear, or sadness, and wondering if there’s space for you. Let me reassure you: there is. You don’t have to go it alone. Your well-being shouldn't require you to play small or pretend to be someone you're not. You deserve a space where your full, messy, radiant, complicated self is welcome.
Life is hard enough without feeling like you have to shrink yourself to fit in. When you’re seen as different, the world can be a tough, lonely, and exhausting place. It can leave you carrying shame, anxiety, fear, or sadness, and wondering if there’s space for you. Let me reassure you: there is. You don’t have to go it alone. Your well-being shouldn't require you to play small or pretend to be someone you're not. You deserve a space where your full, messy, radiant, complicated self is welcome.
Carl Jung said: “It is what you are that heals, not what you know”. The journey of self-discovery is exactly that – getting to know and deeply appreciating your true and authentic self, even when that essence may be covered by trauma, hardship and suffering. It is this uncovering that many who experience psychotherapy to be transformative and healing refer to as a “re-birth”, a coming home to and an unfolding of who you truly are. Engaging in the process of self-inquiry can be a rewarding and even a life-changing experience, especially in the presence of an empathic and compassionate other.
Carl Jung said: “It is what you are that heals, not what you know”. The journey of self-discovery is exactly that – getting to know and deeply appreciating your true and authentic self, even when that essence may be covered by trauma, hardship and suffering. It is this uncovering that many who experience psychotherapy to be transformative and healing refer to as a “re-birth”, a coming home to and an unfolding of who you truly are. Engaging in the process of self-inquiry can be a rewarding and even a life-changing experience, especially in the presence of an empathic and compassionate other.
Virtual Only at this Time! Are you having trouble with relationships? Adult Family Relationships, friendship relationships, work relationships? Do you feel like you need to yell to be heard? Are you having trouble with friendships not respecting your boundary? Are you wanting more respectful relationships, wanting to communicate your needs in a healthy way? Are you finding yourself reacting to things more than is justified for the situation? Do you put others before you at the cost of yourself? Feeling depressed and anxious because you end up in the same relationships over and over again?
Virtual Only at this Time! Are you having trouble with relationships? Adult Family Relationships, friendship relationships, work relationships? Do you feel like you need to yell to be heard? Are you having trouble with friendships not respecting your boundary? Are you wanting more respectful relationships, wanting to communicate your needs in a healthy way? Are you finding yourself reacting to things more than is justified for the situation? Do you put others before you at the cost of yourself? Feeling depressed and anxious because you end up in the same relationships over and over again?
I like to offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your relationship with yourself and the significant people in your life. Together we can support you to develop clarity on what you want/need and how to express/communicate them to your family, friends and coworkers. Through psycho education and examination of how your past experiences/attachments have shaped your behavior and the lens from which you see the world, you can make the changes you hope for and heal from past traumas. I have faith in your wisdom to develop a healthy relationship with yourself and others.
I like to offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your relationship with yourself and the significant people in your life. Together we can support you to develop clarity on what you want/need and how to express/communicate them to your family, friends and coworkers. Through psycho education and examination of how your past experiences/attachments have shaped your behavior and the lens from which you see the world, you can make the changes you hope for and heal from past traumas. I have faith in your wisdom to develop a healthy relationship with yourself and others.
Life can be hard, whether dealing with unexpected setbacks, longstanding problems, or just working hard to build a life of purpose and meaning. Some clients are dealing with stress, grief, and loss. Some clients are stressed by balancing a life that could best be described as “All Good Things, Just Too Many.” I believe our work is about more than treating dis-ease. It is about living fully, with ease, vitality, and wellness. Sometimes this starts with learning to deal with hard thoughts and feelings that can get in the way. It always involves getting clear about who you want to be and what matters most.
Life can be hard, whether dealing with unexpected setbacks, longstanding problems, or just working hard to build a life of purpose and meaning. Some clients are dealing with stress, grief, and loss. Some clients are stressed by balancing a life that could best be described as “All Good Things, Just Too Many.” I believe our work is about more than treating dis-ease. It is about living fully, with ease, vitality, and wellness. Sometimes this starts with learning to deal with hard thoughts and feelings that can get in the way. It always involves getting clear about who you want to be and what matters most.
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.
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.
I work with adults and teenagers 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 also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. 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.
I work with adults and teenagers 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 also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. 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.
You don’t have to suffer alone. Sitting with difficult emotions, pain, and discomfort can be challenging. Perhaps you’re feeling lost, confused, or desire change. You may simply want to learn how to become the best version of you. Alternatively, you may have come to a breaking point where somehow the life you’ve chosen isn’t working anymore. Yet you have no idea why. In the absence of love, we often adopt behaviors in hopes to earn acceptance and love from those around us. These behaviors naturally become habits and solidify as part of our personality. However, they do not define you. You are so much more.
You don’t have to suffer alone. Sitting with difficult emotions, pain, and discomfort can be challenging. Perhaps you’re feeling lost, confused, or desire change. You may simply want to learn how to become the best version of you. Alternatively, you may have come to a breaking point where somehow the life you’ve chosen isn’t working anymore. Yet you have no idea why. In the absence of love, we often adopt behaviors in hopes to earn acceptance and love from those around us. These behaviors naturally become habits and solidify as part of our personality. However, they do not define you. You are so much more.
As a resilient survivor of decades of trauma, I am passionate about serving children, adolescence, adults, and their families to promote healing from physical, emotional, sexual, intergenerational, and racial traumas. With 19 years serving populations with varying neurodiversities (ADHD, ASD, developmental delays), mental health struggles, and marginalized communities with complex traumas (e.g., substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual trauma, oppression), I am dedicated to empowering others to access their most authentic selves and journeying alongside people as they create a purposeful life that is meaningful for them.
As a resilient survivor of decades of trauma, I am passionate about serving children, adolescence, adults, and their families to promote healing from physical, emotional, sexual, intergenerational, and racial traumas. With 19 years serving populations with varying neurodiversities (ADHD, ASD, developmental delays), mental health struggles, and marginalized communities with complex traumas (e.g., substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual trauma, oppression), I am dedicated to empowering others to access their most authentic selves and journeying alongside people as they create a purposeful life that is meaningful for them.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor based in California. I relate to clients with a mix of compassionate listening and down-to-earth dialogue. My approach to therapy is eclectic, primarily what's called "client centered." My toolbox includes body awareness, mindfulness, and expressive arts. It's my belief that the relationship is the most important factor in successful therapy. I’ve worked with a broad diversity of individuals, couples and families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor based in California. I relate to clients with a mix of compassionate listening and down-to-earth dialogue. My approach to therapy is eclectic, primarily what's called "client centered." My toolbox includes body awareness, mindfulness, and expressive arts. It's my belief that the relationship is the most important factor in successful therapy. I’ve worked with a broad diversity of individuals, couples and families.
You Deserve Relationships That Feel Fulfilling and Authentic. If you’re feeling stuck in unfulfilling relationships, struggling to assert yourself, or yearning for deeper connection and clarity in your life, you’re not alone. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate these challenges to create meaningful, lasting change. My passion lies in empowering women and couples to break free from old patterns, embrace their authenticity, and build relationships rooted in love, respect, and understanding.
You Deserve Relationships That Feel Fulfilling and Authentic. If you’re feeling stuck in unfulfilling relationships, struggling to assert yourself, or yearning for deeper connection and clarity in your life, you’re not alone. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate these challenges to create meaningful, lasting change. My passion lies in empowering women and couples to break free from old patterns, embrace their authenticity, and build relationships rooted in love, respect, and understanding.
“After the storm is when the flowers bloom.”
Are you looking for a warm, safe space where you can be your full, authentic self? I strive to create a supportive environment where all parts of you are welcome. Wherever you are in your healing journey, I would be honored to meet you there.
I specialize in trauma work, using a trauma-informed, client-centered, and strength-based approach. Together, we can explore how your environments and past experiences have shaped your life—and begin to process and heal.
“After the storm is when the flowers bloom.”
Are you looking for a warm, safe space where you can be your full, authentic self? I strive to create a supportive environment where all parts of you are welcome. Wherever you are in your healing journey, I would be honored to meet you there.
I specialize in trauma work, using a trauma-informed, client-centered, and strength-based approach. Together, we can explore how your environments and past experiences have shaped your life—and begin to process and heal.
If anxiety, low self worth, or lasting effects from your past are impacting your well being, I offer EMDR therapy to help you heal and move forward. In EMDR therapy, I guide my clients in working through inner challenges that feel stuck and getting to a place where change is truly felt. Together we can work toward finding more peace in your inner world to increase your capacity to relax, connect, and enjoy yourself and your life.
If anxiety, low self worth, or lasting effects from your past are impacting your well being, I offer EMDR therapy to help you heal and move forward. In EMDR therapy, I guide my clients in working through inner challenges that feel stuck and getting to a place where change is truly felt. Together we can work toward finding more peace in your inner world to increase your capacity to relax, connect, and enjoy yourself and your life.
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.
Are you feeling stuck in your marriage, family relationships, or personal growth? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. I believe you have the strength not to just survive, but to truly THRIVE.
Are you feeling stuck in your marriage, family relationships, or personal growth? Even the strongest among us can feel lost, unsure, ambivalent, or unhappy at times. I can help you understand and manage whatever life throws at you, and how to do it successfully. I believe you have the strength not to just survive, but to truly THRIVE.
Angela Li: Brainspotting Anxiety Trauma Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95124
Are trauma, anxiety and insecurity controlling your life, preventing you from pursuing your dreams and living life to the fullest? Do you relive the past as if it were happening right now? Your head knows better, but it fails to convince your heart otherwise. As horrible as those experiences were in the past, they continue to zap away your joy and confidence today. You might even avoid situations that trigger the feelings. Are there any lost part of you that you'd like to return to? Do others believe in your competence more than you believe in yourself? What would it be like if life was driven by passion and joy, not fear or shame?
Are trauma, anxiety and insecurity controlling your life, preventing you from pursuing your dreams and living life to the fullest? Do you relive the past as if it were happening right now? Your head knows better, but it fails to convince your heart otherwise. As horrible as those experiences were in the past, they continue to zap away your joy and confidence today. You might even avoid situations that trigger the feelings. Are there any lost part of you that you'd like to return to? Do others believe in your competence more than you believe in yourself? What would it be like if life was driven by passion and joy, not fear or shame?
You are a quirky, creative spirit seeking out your place in this world. You love the path you’re on. But sometimes you feel alone, alienated, or overwhelmed by the world around you. Sometimes a feeling of emptiness, meaninglessness, fear, or uncertainty, keeps you up at night. You ask yourself, “why am I here? And what should my life be about?” You wonder about how to put your unique gifts to their best use. And how you might come to feel less alone as you learn to do so. Sometimes you still worry that you might just be too weird to find the kind of community, loving relationships, inner peace or success you are seeking.
You are a quirky, creative spirit seeking out your place in this world. You love the path you’re on. But sometimes you feel alone, alienated, or overwhelmed by the world around you. Sometimes a feeling of emptiness, meaninglessness, fear, or uncertainty, keeps you up at night. You ask yourself, “why am I here? And what should my life be about?” You wonder about how to put your unique gifts to their best use. And how you might come to feel less alone as you learn to do so. Sometimes you still worry that you might just be too weird to find the kind of community, loving relationships, inner peace or success you are seeking.
I am passionate about guiding individuals toward development of full potential while facilitating understanding, growth and healing within interpersonal relationships. I specialize in issues related to life transitions, identity, mood disorders and anxiety.
I am passionate about guiding individuals toward development of full potential while facilitating understanding, growth and healing within interpersonal relationships. I specialize in issues related to life transitions, identity, mood disorders and anxiety.
For many years, I worked as a software engineer at finance and tech companies, uniquely enabling me to understand the work challenges that can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
For many years, I worked as a software engineer at finance and tech companies, uniquely enabling me to understand the work challenges that can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
(Watch a brief introductory video on my website!) I'll work with you to overcome limiting patterns and discover new, more fulfilling ways to be in the world. Along the way you may discover deeply held beliefs and emotional responses that shape your experience, and choose to let go of what no longer serves you, while giving greater expression to your authentic self. I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment where you can safely explore your concerns. I specialize in helping individuals and couples find relief from anxiety and other distressing emotions, heal trauma, improve self-esteem, improve communication, and experience greater relationship satisfaction.
(Watch a brief introductory video on my website!) I'll work with you to overcome limiting patterns and discover new, more fulfilling ways to be in the world. Along the way you may discover deeply held beliefs and emotional responses that shape your experience, and choose to let go of what no longer serves you, while giving greater expression to your authentic self. I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment where you can safely explore your concerns. I specialize in helping individuals and couples find relief from anxiety and other distressing emotions, heal trauma, improve self-esteem, improve communication, and experience greater relationship satisfaction.
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