Therapists in Sunnyvale, CA

"Whether we know it or not, we transmit the presence of everyone we have ever known, as though by being in each other's presence we exchange our cells, pass on some of our life force, and then we go on carrying that other person in our body, not unlike springtime when certain plants in fields we walk through attach their seeds in the form of small burrs to our socks, our pants, our caps, as if to say, "Go on, take us with you, carry us to root in another place." This is how we survive long after we are dead. This is why it is important who we become, because we pass it on. Natalie Goldberg, Long Quiet Highway, walking up in America

I'm Edva Biner Levy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I want to congratulate you on taking the first step towards making a meaningful and important change in your life. I work with clients to help them identify and challenge the beliefs we often unknowingly operate from.

In my practice, I believe we have two types of relationships: the relationship we have with ourselves, and the relationships we have with others. When you have been hurt by others, it may become more challenging to love yourself. You begin to think, “ What did I do wrong?”, or “They didn’t want me, so I’m not worth loving”.

I am Frank Del Fiugo a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in Los Gatos and San Jose. I specialize in working with adults going through difficult transitions, emotional management, and those who would like to better manage stress. While I integrate several theoretical orientations, most of my work utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and neuroscience in order to help clients gain awareness and develop tools and strategies to enhance their personal and work lives. Recently, I've integrated a Virtual Reality component to address situations such as public speaking, fear of flying, and anxiety.

Hello, you may be feeling sad, stressed, overwhelmed, or lonely... and looking for help with feeling happy, calm and connected within and with your relationships. Take a step... and let's talk about how we can bridge that gap.

As human beings we learn, develop meaning, and create a sense of purpose through each other and the relationships we form. In the same spirit I believe the therapeutic process is driven by the relationship formed between the client and the therapist. This is why my approach in therapy is guided by the question - "How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for their personal growth?" I strive to create an empathic, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you feel safe and empowered to work toward personal growth and creating lasting change; forming trust and leaning toward vulnerability.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more that 35 years of experience working with individuals, families and youth. My mission is to assist people in examining their issues, while learning to make choices and decisions that will support them and their families in becoming physically, mentally and spiritually healthy.

The clients who I can best help are couples who want to create a strong relationship foundation, bridge differing desires, revitalize sexless (or low-sex) marriage or relationship, recover from an affair, or explore alternative relationships, such as poly or open relationships. I also help men who want to understand themselves and their partners, be amazing lovers, or deal with erectile dysfunction. I also have strong expertise in working with women who struggle with low libido and have issues with orgasms or sexual satisfaction.

​ 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.

One of the greatest joys in my life is building people up and that is what I offer in therapy. I'm a trilingual (Mandarin, Cantonese and English) Stanford trained Licensed Psychologist and I am also a Chartered Psychologist in the U.K. I have worked with people from all age ranges in primary care, inpatient, ER, college counseling and outpatient community mental health. I also teach masters psychodiagnostic courses and do coaching for high functioning individuals suffering from anxiety and body image concerns. I'm currently located in London, U.K and do therapy over Videoconferencing for California clients.

A healthy relationship with others and ourselves are key components to a fulfilling life. I believe everyone is equipped with the tools they need to become their best self. As a therapist, I like to create a safe and supportive space to help others access their strengths and become their authentic, confident self. Self growth and healing can occur with an open mind and ones willingness to look inward.

Welcome to my practice! Do you feel like you are not "the same person" after having experienced one or more very overwhelming/traumatic life events? Are you feeling anxious, scared or extremely sad? Do you feel you are struggling in your relationships with peers and/or romantic partners? Do you identify as a woman/non binary client and/or as belonging to the LGBTQ+ community? Are you an immigrant? Are you looking forward to starting a journey of positive self-discover and self-love? If you answered yes to one or more of the above questions, I might be the right therapist for you!

My focus is on easing your stress, worries, and challenges that you are facing. Together we will work on finding better ways to communicate at home and at work. I am offering tele-therapy through video and/or phone to all who want to be seen.I enjoy working with couples and individuals. When dealing with negative thoughts, I work on finding more coping thoughts, while using different approaches, such as CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), and family systems. With couples I often use EFT (emotional focus therapy). My therapy style is nurturing and empowering. Your happiness is my first priority!

Are you feeling stuck in life? Does stress at work, from life, from family, your partner or friends, feel overwhelming? I believe that we all deserver to live happy, healthy lives. I help adults and adolescents who are struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety, stress, anger, life transitions, or grief. Together we untangle what is holding you back and keeping you from being your best self. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, or at your wits' end there is help for you. Together, we will help you get unstuck and cope with your life’s challenges. Let's bring happiness back to your life!

**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Welcome to Life Empowerment! Would you like to experience more Satisfaction and Happiness in Life? I offer counseling, coaching, and consulting services for personal/professional well-being in Life ("la Vie"). I am best-suited for those interested in a Coaching-Style of Counseling (i.e. Strength-based, Solution-focused, body-oriented, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Mindfulness-based approaches) with a touch of curious playfulness. What this means is: I am your compassionate collaborator on your healing journey in Life.

At some point in our lives we can come to a place of feeling stuck or trapped, confused, sad or just plain scared of the transitions ahead. Life circumstances can become complicated and threaten to overwhelm. Depression and/or anxiety can compound these moments and leave us feeling rather without direction or hope. I work with adults in digging their way out of these feelings in order to create space and opportunity for themselves where they previously thought there was none.

When we struggle in our lives we find ourselves questioning everything from our actions to our words. Even the happiest, most loving couples face uncertainty or adversity that threaten their relationship from time to time. Together we will navigate the maze of uncertainty and frustration that makes it difficult for you to communicating with your partner and friends. It is my belief that we all have the answers we desire within. When you are feeling overwhelmed it can be difficult to see your options. You may feel stuck and alone.

Are you a performer who devotes a large percentage of time to physically, strategically, technically training for a competition/performance but come game day doesn't feel the performance equals your true skills and abilities? Are you a student who studies hard, knows the material yet doesn't do well on the test, or a business person who has difficulty showing up in the boardroom? Non-performance mental factors are often the culprit. People spend a lot of time on physical or material preparation but rarely is time spent on customizing a mental training routine. Want to try a fresh start in reaching your goals?

You're exhausted, overwhelmed, & dissatisfied with your life. You wake up dreading the day & struggle to keep your cool even for the smallest infractions. You feel defeated, irritable, & anxious. Perhaps you have children whom you are were struggling to parent before the pandemic, but since quarantine everyone's emotions are all over the place so now you are at complete odds with your children- oh yeah... your partner too! You want to have a sense of control over your thoughts, emotions & responses. You want to communicate more clearly without inciting an argument. You want to feel good, maybe for the first time in a long time.