Codependency Therapists in Saratoga, CA

Psychotherapy can be helpful addressing coping with loss, chronic stress from work in a demanding industry, or wanting to explore the relationship patterns in your life and how they have led you to where you are now. You may be ready to let go of old habits and patterns that hold you back from living a life filled with purpose and joy. I work collaboratively with clients to target underlying issues as well as the external behaviors that may be keeping oneself feel stuck.

I am Meredith Hanna, a marriage and family therapist with 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My specialties include substance abuse, codependency , life transitions, relationships, infertility issues, Self-worth and self-compassion, and mood disorders. I see the therapeutic relationship as a healing path to change. As a therapist, I deeply value connection with my clients and view the therapeutic process as a genuine and collaborative effort.

The most difficult and painful circumstances in our lives can also serve as an opportunity to look at what needs our attention! Very often, we give our POWER away to people and situations in our life, causing us to feel victimized and stuck. Your current challenges can be a gateway towards self empowerment! you do not need to walk this path alone. Especially now, during the Pandemic, there are many unknowns . In a safe space, we can begin the process of uncovering and healing the pain which may be keeping you paralyzed! In a safe space, it is possible to regain trust and confidence, in order to invite joy back into your life!

Couples therapy lights me up! Not feeling heard, understood, valued or supported? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Withdrawing? Needing help? Utilizing evidence-based EFT & powerful tools from PACT, NVC & IFS,I help couples create a secure bond & safe haven with each other. You'll learn to trust, support, hear & "be there" for each other. Develop critical self-awareness, accountabiity & WE instead of just ME mentality. Turn towards each other instead of away with vulnerability, authenticity, compassion & attunement. Discover attachment styles, the brain & nervous system, survival parts & trauma that may be hurting your relationship.

I work with adults struggling with low motivation and/or grappling with feelings of inadequacy, loneliness, people pleasing, and irritability. Some have suffered through a great deal of disappointments in life and can't find the level of fulfillment that they deeply wish for. I also have a keen interest in working with people with high sensitivity, and those who wish to deepen their understanding of childhood experiences or trauma. Whatever feelings, or symptoms, you are struggling with, they DO serve a purpose. They are unconscious but adaptive methods to communicate something important about your life. Let's discover what it is.

I help individuals of all ages find a sense of fulfillment and well-being in life. Life can become discontent when we get stuck in old injuries and issues, and play them out on others. I invite you to heal and move beyond old, ineffective patterns of interaction that interfere with a fulfilling life. We will practice techniques that lead to greater contentment within your interactions. Together we'll discover who you are, what got you here today, and what you can do to set yourself free and change your life.

If you are suffering from anxiety or depression, struggling with issues related to chemical dependency or chronic illness, hoping to heal from the trauma of past abuse, interested in creating healthier relationships, or simply wanting to work on your own personal growth, I am here to help. In my general psychotherapy practice, I have extensive experience helping adults, couples, and teens grapple with the many complexities of being human.

I help patients solve their emotional and psychological problems. They learn tools to overcome depression, anxiety, and stress and are facilitated in stopping inappropriate use of food, alcohol and drugs. Parents and stepparents learn skills to become more effective. Patients acquire methods to re-parent themselves as well as techniques in how to be more satisfied in their personal and professional relationships. Individuals gain insights that enhance their ability to feel more confident and be more productive by setting goals to achieve positive results and outcomes. Children and adolescents learn to improve their relationships with themselves and build better social and interpersonal relationships.

I believe in the capacity of each person to transcend obstacles and problems. Through caring, empathic support, I assist you to tap into your strengths and use these to overcome the problems bringing you to treatment. I listen deeply, and help you tap into your inner strengths to overcome challenges. We work collaboratively to find solutions and address your concerns with my knowledge of effective treatments. I've helped adults, children, and adolescents for over twenty-five years. Feel free to contact me. I'd be happy to provide more information and answer any questions.

My clients seek to change what is difficult and what isn’t working in their life. Many struggle with the impacts of trauma interfering with their day to day life. Others may struggle with feeling stuck or emotionally overwhelmed. They may be experiencing a challenging dynamic in their relationships or a lack of connectedness to others. My clients are looking to transform their life, achieve personal growth, and to heal.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, alone, struggling with life? Help is available. My mission is to help and support clients gain the insight into who they are and discover their own strengths, to find within themselves the solutions to successfully address their challenges and achieve their goals. I bring not only life experience but also a wide range of clinical knowledge in treating many issues, with special expertise in anxiety, depression, life transitions, couples work, pre-marital issues / divorce and seniors.

Accepting new clients in January 2023. My practice is currently full. Are you hoping to find relief from suffering? I am a passionate, creative, and empathetic therapist with 9 years of experience practicing in the state of California. I work with a broad range of issues in an eclectic style. I assist people in healing emotional wounds experientially, and guide them toward resolving past trauma in the present moment without the need to re-hash a detailed trauma story. I love working with individuals, couples, groups, and families!

When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients, who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe. (För mina svensktalande, potentiella klienter, jag flyttade från Sverige som vuxen och är därför helt flytande i både svenska och engelska och i svensk och amerikansk kultur.)

I want my clients to feel seen, known, and understood from the minute they start working with me. As a Bay Area native and former Tech professional, I intimately understand the stressors and challenges of living and working in today's fast-paced, demanding environment. My hope is to come alongside clients and help them find relief and healing from their current challenges, past experiences, and future concerns so they can return to living happy, balanced lives.

Are you relying on unhealthy habits to cope with stress, anxiety, depression or life's challenges? Is it time to make some changes in your life but you feel stuck and don't know where to begin? Are you tired of feeling lonely, empty, sad or misunderstood? Do you struggle with allowing yourself to feel vulnerable with others? Does a healthy work-life balance seem impossible for you? If any of these questions ring true for you, some support might be just what you need.

Sometimes life presents us with difficult, painful, or even seemingly unbearable challenges. Sometimes we, ourselves, can be a source of the pain and challenges. Either way, we must be able to access our resources -- inner and outer -- to cope with the pain, the imbalance, the overwhelm, the stuckness ... and, ultimately, to learn, heal, and grow from our experiences..... My job is to help you best utilize resources you already have and to offer you more tools to help you change undesirable patterns in yourself and your life.

If you are one of the millions currently sheltering in place across America due to the Coronavirus crisis, the personal and socio-economic stressors during this time can feel overwhelming. Those struggling with anxiety and depression, may find an increase in symptoms. Addictions may intensify under stress, isolation and boredom. Those with relationship challenges may find increased tensions living in close quarters 24/7 with few outlets. We can help you navigate your unique challenges, fears and feelings. Call us now and get the support, guidance and encouragement you may need!