Somatic Therapists in San Jose, CA
(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.
I want to help you open up new ways of thinking, feeling, behaving and experiencing life. I use an informal, collaborative approach. We set goals around what you'd like your life to look like. Then we lay down stepping stones to get you there, such as challenging self-limiting beliefs, building skills like inducing relaxation at will, or communicating such that people will actually listen to you.
I want to help you open up new ways of thinking, feeling, behaving and experiencing life. I use an informal, collaborative approach. We set goals around what you'd like your life to look like. Then we lay down stepping stones to get you there, such as challenging self-limiting beliefs, building skills like inducing relaxation at will, or communicating such that people will actually listen to you.
Having a hard time? Struggling or feeling overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, and grief and loss?
Having difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, aging, transitions, or another challenges? Therapy is a journey to develop a deeper understanding of oneself. I can assist you in finding solutions and acceptance to the issues and stressors that cause you pain and suffering. I incorporate a strength-based, solution focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindful approach, which are effective in helping individuals gain insight and develop healthy coping skills to reduce symptoms. Medicare provider.
Having a hard time? Struggling or feeling overwhelmed with depression, anxiety, and grief and loss?
Having difficulty managing your emotions, relationship issues, aging, transitions, or another challenges? Therapy is a journey to develop a deeper understanding of oneself. I can assist you in finding solutions and acceptance to the issues and stressors that cause you pain and suffering. I incorporate a strength-based, solution focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindful approach, which are effective in helping individuals gain insight and develop healthy coping skills to reduce symptoms. Medicare provider.
My therapeutic approach may include Ketamine Assisted Therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Somatic Therapy.
Mindfulness, Clarity, Balance, Growth. It is possible to achieve a higher level of inner peace and reduce unnecessary suffering. We all can "lose our way" at times and find ourselves in situations that are difficult and painful. I believe that these crises can hold within them tremendous opportunities for growth and strengthening. Although most enter therapy during a crisis, the therapeutic process need not also feel painful or traumatizing. I will create a safe and validating therapeutic environment in which to transform personal suffering into strength and wisdom, and collaborate to establish clarity and direction in our therapy.
My therapeutic approach may include Ketamine Assisted Therapy, EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Somatic Therapy.
Mindfulness, Clarity, Balance, Growth. It is possible to achieve a higher level of inner peace and reduce unnecessary suffering. We all can "lose our way" at times and find ourselves in situations that are difficult and painful. I believe that these crises can hold within them tremendous opportunities for growth and strengthening. Although most enter therapy during a crisis, the therapeutic process need not also feel painful or traumatizing. I will create a safe and validating therapeutic environment in which to transform personal suffering into strength and wisdom, and collaborate to establish clarity and direction in our therapy.
We have Art Therapists on staff trained in a variety of modalities such as DBT, CBT, EMDR, Somatic, Sand Tray, Mindfulness, TF-CBT, ACT, and IFS.
Have you always felt like a square peg in a round hole? Does the world not feel safe to just be you? Or maybe it's your child that's not getting anywhere in talk therapy because they just don't feel like talking? Art Therapy may be the answer! We help you gain a new perspective and see your problems with fresh eyes. The creative process is a powerful form of expression enabling you to release the tension and stress in your body, look at the tangible object you created, and learn about yourself on a deeper level. It is this insight that empowers you to step into the the most authentic version of yourself and live your best life!
We have Art Therapists on staff trained in a variety of modalities such as DBT, CBT, EMDR, Somatic, Sand Tray, Mindfulness, TF-CBT, ACT, and IFS.
Have you always felt like a square peg in a round hole? Does the world not feel safe to just be you? Or maybe it's your child that's not getting anywhere in talk therapy because they just don't feel like talking? Art Therapy may be the answer! We help you gain a new perspective and see your problems with fresh eyes. The creative process is a powerful form of expression enabling you to release the tension and stress in your body, look at the tangible object you created, and learn about yourself on a deeper level. It is this insight that empowers you to step into the the most authentic version of yourself and live your best life!
Jennifer C
Marriage & Family Therapist, MACL, LMFT, C-IAYT, RYT 500
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My general frame work is that you cannot separate the body from the mind nor can you separate a person from their life time of experiences, therefore working with all of these systems is a highly effective way to improve happiness, decrease anxiety and stress, and increase coping skills to manage life with more ease and improved relationships. Now offering emergency Intensive Couples Counseling! I work well with individuals and couples who are seeking to learn more holistic ways to address their emotional and relational challenges whether they be family of origin issues, trauma, chronic illness, anxiety, or depression.
My general frame work is that you cannot separate the body from the mind nor can you separate a person from their life time of experiences, therefore working with all of these systems is a highly effective way to improve happiness, decrease anxiety and stress, and increase coping skills to manage life with more ease and improved relationships. Now offering emergency Intensive Couples Counseling! I work well with individuals and couples who are seeking to learn more holistic ways to address their emotional and relational challenges whether they be family of origin issues, trauma, chronic illness, anxiety, or depression.
My intention is to create a safe space for clients to explore their needs and increase somatic awareness.
Do you find yourself reacting instead of responding? Are you experiencing a life changing shift or transition, navigating uncertainty? Have you come to a juncture that requires action, while fear keeps you frozen? Are you unable to manage feelings of overwhelm or self-regulate emotions? Perhaps, you and your partner long for a deeper sense of connection. Embarking on a therapeutic journey with me, you will have a supportive and safe container to explore and heal. Whether your goal is building confidence, finding purpose, addressing trauma, or developing tools to improve your life, we can traverse this path together.
My intention is to create a safe space for clients to explore their needs and increase somatic awareness.
Do you find yourself reacting instead of responding? Are you experiencing a life changing shift or transition, navigating uncertainty? Have you come to a juncture that requires action, while fear keeps you frozen? Are you unable to manage feelings of overwhelm or self-regulate emotions? Perhaps, you and your partner long for a deeper sense of connection. Embarking on a therapeutic journey with me, you will have a supportive and safe container to explore and heal. Whether your goal is building confidence, finding purpose, addressing trauma, or developing tools to improve your life, we can traverse this path together.
You’ll gain somatic tools to stay present, communicate your deepest needs, and work to build secure attachment.
Does it feel like the foundation of your world has crumbled? Whether you’re reeling from infidelity, struggling with sexual issues, or feeling constantly on edge, the weight of dysregulation can be isolating. You’re likely tired of the constant triggers and the silence that has replaced your connection. I help individuals and couples move from survival mode to clarity. Using an integrative approach, EMDR, SE, and EFT. We will work to calm your nervous system and uncover the protective strategies keeping you stuck. By processing deep-seated emotions, we replace exhaustion with self-compassion and secure, authentic intimacy.
You’ll gain somatic tools to stay present, communicate your deepest needs, and work to build secure attachment.
Does it feel like the foundation of your world has crumbled? Whether you’re reeling from infidelity, struggling with sexual issues, or feeling constantly on edge, the weight of dysregulation can be isolating. You’re likely tired of the constant triggers and the silence that has replaced your connection. I help individuals and couples move from survival mode to clarity. Using an integrative approach, EMDR, SE, and EFT. We will work to calm your nervous system and uncover the protective strategies keeping you stuck. By processing deep-seated emotions, we replace exhaustion with self-compassion and secure, authentic intimacy.
Most of us want to solve our own problems, but at times getting help is the wisest move, speeding progress and often bringing desired changes we didn't realize were possible. I help you connect with your inner wisdom and resolve problems while adding skills that bring resilience and strength. My approach is compassionate, non-judging, supportive, and tailored to your uniqueness. Therapy helps with most life challenges because it's really about personal growth: getting better at handling what life brings, and helping the wise, powerful, authentic you come to the forefront, take charge, find meaning, and engage fully.
Most of us want to solve our own problems, but at times getting help is the wisest move, speeding progress and often bringing desired changes we didn't realize were possible. I help you connect with your inner wisdom and resolve problems while adding skills that bring resilience and strength. My approach is compassionate, non-judging, supportive, and tailored to your uniqueness. Therapy helps with most life challenges because it's really about personal growth: getting better at handling what life brings, and helping the wise, powerful, authentic you come to the forefront, take charge, find meaning, and engage fully.
We will use a combination of somatic, stress management, trauma-focused, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches to help you and your family go from surviving to thriving.
Therapy for late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults, from an autistic therapist who gets it.
Specializing in autism, ADHD, PDA, complex trauma, burnout, masking, life transitions, relationships, complicated families, and living with a hypersensitive nervous system.
Common topics:
What to expect in your first year after an autism/ADHD diagnosis.
What burnout looks like - and how to recover.
Demand avoidance (PDA): how to live with it, whether you're demand avoidant yourself (like me) or love someone who is.
Neurodivergence & cPTSD.
Masking at work/school: navigating life as a neurodivergent person on the "wrong planet."
We will use a combination of somatic, stress management, trauma-focused, and neurodiversity-affirming approaches to help you and your family go from surviving to thriving.
Therapy for late-diagnosed neurodivergent adults, from an autistic therapist who gets it.
Specializing in autism, ADHD, PDA, complex trauma, burnout, masking, life transitions, relationships, complicated families, and living with a hypersensitive nervous system.
Common topics:
What to expect in your first year after an autism/ADHD diagnosis.
What burnout looks like - and how to recover.
Demand avoidance (PDA): how to live with it, whether you're demand avoidant yourself (like me) or love someone who is.
Neurodivergence & cPTSD.
Masking at work/school: navigating life as a neurodivergent person on the "wrong planet."
Accepting insurance and currently accepting new clients! I am a Bilingual Licensed MFT with a Master’s in Counseling and a concentration in Expressive Arts Therapy. I work with a diverse population of adolescents and adults.
Accepting insurance and currently accepting new clients! I am a Bilingual Licensed MFT with a Master’s in Counseling and a concentration in Expressive Arts Therapy. I work with a diverse population of adolescents and adults.
A therapy-ready client recognizes a need for therapy. They are willing to collaborate and put in effort to learn more about their current problems, and also willing to work on themselves between sessions. Besides talk therapy, I offer some assignments for you to practice. Once issues and goals are identified, we prioritize them and collaborate on a treatment plan. If the plan needs adjustment(s), I trust the client to inform me, so we can adjust the plan and proceed. I firmly believe that listening is key to starting the process. Some people rarely feel heard and understood. Therapeutic rapport is thereby established quickly.
A therapy-ready client recognizes a need for therapy. They are willing to collaborate and put in effort to learn more about their current problems, and also willing to work on themselves between sessions. Besides talk therapy, I offer some assignments for you to practice. Once issues and goals are identified, we prioritize them and collaborate on a treatment plan. If the plan needs adjustment(s), I trust the client to inform me, so we can adjust the plan and proceed. I firmly believe that listening is key to starting the process. Some people rarely feel heard and understood. Therapeutic rapport is thereby established quickly.
Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.
Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.
My approach is primarily relational, but grounded in psychodynamic theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic experiencing.
Many individuals feel overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, or relationship challenges, and aren’t sure where to turn. You might feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, unsure how to move forward, or worried about your child’s emotional world.
My approach is primarily relational, but grounded in psychodynamic theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic experiencing.
Many individuals feel overwhelmed by anxiety, emotional stress, or relationship challenges, and aren’t sure where to turn. You might feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, unsure how to move forward, or worried about your child’s emotional world.
I'm a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, trained through the IFS Institute, and I'm also a Somatic IFS therapist and Hakomi (Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy) provider.
Founder of Mindful Child & Family Therapy. Supporting Children, Parents & Families.
Are you a parent feeling worried, overwhelmed, or unsure how to best support your child or teen? Maybe your child is struggling with anxiety, big emotions, school stress, or behavior changes—and you’re feeling exhausted and confused, while quietly questioning yourself. Many parents come to therapy feeling stretched thin, wanting tools, clarity, and reassurance that they’re not failing—and that things really can get better. With the right support, relationships can improve.
I'm a Certified Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, trained through the IFS Institute, and I'm also a Somatic IFS therapist and Hakomi (Mindfulness-Based Somatic Therapy) provider.
Founder of Mindful Child & Family Therapy. Supporting Children, Parents & Families.
Are you a parent feeling worried, overwhelmed, or unsure how to best support your child or teen? Maybe your child is struggling with anxiety, big emotions, school stress, or behavior changes—and you’re feeling exhausted and confused, while quietly questioning yourself. Many parents come to therapy feeling stretched thin, wanting tools, clarity, and reassurance that they’re not failing—and that things really can get better. With the right support, relationships can improve.
Let me help you reconnect to your innate capacity, through body-based mindfulness approaches; Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Hakomi, Yoga, and Meditation.
Have you been feeling not heard or understood, and isolated or ashamed? You may be wondering, “what’s wrong with me?” I know how painful it is to feel that way because I’ve been there many times, too. And I’ve come out of it with a few nuggets of knowledge and tools each time. For 16 years I’ve been helping people feel more connected to and loved by people around them as well as themselves by sharing knowledge and tools accumulated through my personal and professional journey. Human beings are social animals that need connection with others whom we trust and feel safe with to survive and thrive. That's why isolation is so painful.
Let me help you reconnect to your innate capacity, through body-based mindfulness approaches; Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Hakomi, Yoga, and Meditation.
Have you been feeling not heard or understood, and isolated or ashamed? You may be wondering, “what’s wrong with me?” I know how painful it is to feel that way because I’ve been there many times, too. And I’ve come out of it with a few nuggets of knowledge and tools each time. For 16 years I’ve been helping people feel more connected to and loved by people around them as well as themselves by sharing knowledge and tools accumulated through my personal and professional journey. Human beings are social animals that need connection with others whom we trust and feel safe with to survive and thrive. That's why isolation is so painful.
Do you constantly overthink, worry about things, feel "not good enough," and feel like your life is dictated by that little voice inside of you constantly questioning, second-guessing, and assuming worst-case scenarios? Maybe it’s difficult for you to express your needs and it’s been creating stress in your relationships with your partner, family, and friends. It’s costing you emotionally and physically even if everything looks okay on the outside. You realize you have been carrying too much for far too long. You’re ready for something to change. To quiet the inner critic, feel calm in your mind, and safe to express your needs.
Do you constantly overthink, worry about things, feel "not good enough," and feel like your life is dictated by that little voice inside of you constantly questioning, second-guessing, and assuming worst-case scenarios? Maybe it’s difficult for you to express your needs and it’s been creating stress in your relationships with your partner, family, and friends. It’s costing you emotionally and physically even if everything looks okay on the outside. You realize you have been carrying too much for far too long. You’re ready for something to change. To quiet the inner critic, feel calm in your mind, and safe to express your needs.
I help clients overcome mental health difficulties using EMDR, ERP, CBT, Somatic Awareness, and mindfulness-based CBT.
Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing personalized, high quality therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, and OCD. My approach is collaborative, culturally aware, and tailored to help you achieve meaningful, lasting change. I work with clients ready to invest in themselves, explore patterns, and engage in results-driven therapy. Together, we will build insight, reduce distress, strengthen emotional resilience, and create sustainable shifts. Visit www.CortezCounseling. com to learn more and get started.
I help clients overcome mental health difficulties using EMDR, ERP, CBT, Somatic Awareness, and mindfulness-based CBT.
Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing personalized, high quality therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, and OCD. My approach is collaborative, culturally aware, and tailored to help you achieve meaningful, lasting change. I work with clients ready to invest in themselves, explore patterns, and engage in results-driven therapy. Together, we will build insight, reduce distress, strengthen emotional resilience, and create sustainable shifts. Visit www.CortezCounseling. com to learn more and get started.
Your life checks a lot of boxes but internally you feel anxious, depressed, overwhelmed or lost. You may have focused so much on achieving external goals that you haven't had time to address your spiraling thoughts, difficult situations from the past, confusing emotions, or understanding your actions. Together we would address the issues that have been difficult to navigate on your own such as challenging relationships, family dynamics or your relationship to yourself. Over time my clients have experienced change, often leading to more fulfilling relationships, increased self-awareness and satisfaction with life.
Your life checks a lot of boxes but internally you feel anxious, depressed, overwhelmed or lost. You may have focused so much on achieving external goals that you haven't had time to address your spiraling thoughts, difficult situations from the past, confusing emotions, or understanding your actions. Together we would address the issues that have been difficult to navigate on your own such as challenging relationships, family dynamics or your relationship to yourself. Over time my clients have experienced change, often leading to more fulfilling relationships, increased self-awareness and satisfaction with life.
Tame the lions in your life! Overcome the challenges that keep you tethered to unhappiness. I'm here to help. I'm here to listen. I'll provide a haven for you to freely express yourself, process your problems and part with your pain. If I have the opportunity to work with you, I'll see you as a human being, just like me, on a journey through life. My approach is holistic and humanistic and my presence is warm and engaging. My method is practical, results-focused and non-judgmental and has been shaped by a life of travel, the arts, meditation, athletics and fatherhood. I'm here to help you build the life you want.
Tame the lions in your life! Overcome the challenges that keep you tethered to unhappiness. I'm here to help. I'm here to listen. I'll provide a haven for you to freely express yourself, process your problems and part with your pain. If I have the opportunity to work with you, I'll see you as a human being, just like me, on a journey through life. My approach is holistic and humanistic and my presence is warm and engaging. My method is practical, results-focused and non-judgmental and has been shaped by a life of travel, the arts, meditation, athletics and fatherhood. I'm here to help you build the life you want.
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