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Sylvan Streightiff | Emdr | Art Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, AT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94027  (Online Only)
As a Chronic Illness, Neurodivergence, Anxiety, Depression, and Complex Trauma Specialist, I help individuals, families, and couples overcome challenges by addressing the Mind, Body, and Soul. My therapy space welcomes the expression of all emotions without judgment. My approach uses curiosity to understand any persistent and overwhelming thoughts in order to gain a sense of relief and acceptance. Together we can work collaboratively to meet your needs, understand perceptions, cultivate your strengths, improve relationships and self-esteem, and achieve personal growth.
As a Chronic Illness, Neurodivergence, Anxiety, Depression, and Complex Trauma Specialist, I help individuals, families, and couples overcome challenges by addressing the Mind, Body, and Soul. My therapy space welcomes the expression of all emotions without judgment. My approach uses curiosity to understand any persistent and overwhelming thoughts in order to gain a sense of relief and acceptance. Together we can work collaboratively to meet your needs, understand perceptions, cultivate your strengths, improve relationships and self-esteem, and achieve personal growth.
(408) 610-1744 View (408) 610-1744
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Jesus Mendoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Hola, my name is Jesus Mendoza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with clients statewide via Telehealth. My goal is to provide a safe space to aid in one’s journey toward healing by learning safe coping skills, emotion regulation, and communication techniques. I emphasize finding one’s true authentic self. I have found that my style works well with teens and adults with past trauma, current stressors, or difficulty with certain life transitions.
Hola, my name is Jesus Mendoza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with clients statewide via Telehealth. My goal is to provide a safe space to aid in one’s journey toward healing by learning safe coping skills, emotion regulation, and communication techniques. I emphasize finding one’s true authentic self. I have found that my style works well with teens and adults with past trauma, current stressors, or difficulty with certain life transitions.
(408) 706-2650 View (408) 706-2650
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Fernando Macias Mariscal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Hi there, I'm Fernando! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about providing support to all of my clients through challenges and difficult life situations. I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, psychosis symptoms. My approach is client-centered, individualized, and empathetic. I believe in the power of empathy and unconditional positive regard towards my clients. I take my time to provide a safe and warm environment for my clients; to express themselves in a genuine and transparent manner.
Hi there, I'm Fernando! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about providing support to all of my clients through challenges and difficult life situations. I am experienced in treating anxiety, depression, psychosis symptoms. My approach is client-centered, individualized, and empathetic. I believe in the power of empathy and unconditional positive regard towards my clients. I take my time to provide a safe and warm environment for my clients; to express themselves in a genuine and transparent manner.
(310) 361-1814 View (310) 361-1814
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Caitlin Wicks
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I am here to tell you, you are not broken, even if your mind may tell you so. When we are anxious or in despair, we can’t think straight or engage our usual survival strategies. It can impact our health, body, emotions, relationships, perception of self and reality. We can't make sense of the distorted thoughts alone. We need a therapist to help guide us. I often help young women who are feeling shy, anxious, obsessive, depressed, struggling with perfectionism or life transitions. I enjoy helping girls and women achieve developmentally appropriate social-emotional, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
I am here to tell you, you are not broken, even if your mind may tell you so. When we are anxious or in despair, we can’t think straight or engage our usual survival strategies. It can impact our health, body, emotions, relationships, perception of self and reality. We can't make sense of the distorted thoughts alone. We need a therapist to help guide us. I often help young women who are feeling shy, anxious, obsessive, depressed, struggling with perfectionism or life transitions. I enjoy helping girls and women achieve developmentally appropriate social-emotional, verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
(415) 649-5373 View (415) 649-5373

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Photo of Catherine Crawford, Marriage & Family Therapist in Menlo Park, CA
Catherine Crawford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Los Altos, CA 94022
Children/teens: self-esteem, anxiety, depression, navigating relationships, gifted/empathic/HSP, divorce, chronic illness, teletherapy for college, art/play therapy.
I bring empathy, compassion and 30 years of experience to my holistic work with adults, children and teens. You are unique and my intent is to listen for your strengths and build on the positive as we gently remove blocks, trauma, thoughts, stressors and old relationship patterns that are holding you back. My style is warm and interactive and I incorporate my own intuition and creativity as I help people to make meaningful life changes.
Children/teens: self-esteem, anxiety, depression, navigating relationships, gifted/empathic/HSP, divorce, chronic illness, teletherapy for college, art/play therapy.
I bring empathy, compassion and 30 years of experience to my holistic work with adults, children and teens. You are unique and my intent is to listen for your strengths and build on the positive as we gently remove blocks, trauma, thoughts, stressors and old relationship patterns that are holding you back. My style is warm and interactive and I incorporate my own intuition and creativity as I help people to make meaningful life changes.
(650) 918-6909 View (650) 918-6909
Photo of Shelby Lazarow, Psychologist in Menlo Park, CA
Shelby Lazarow
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94304  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time for yourself to understand how therapy can help aid and assist you at this time in your life. I hope that I can give you a sense of myself and style and how I may be a good fit in supporting you in such a process. In my private practice, I specialize in working with individual adults, older teens, and couples. I practice from a psychodynamic and relational modality in which I am mindful of where you come from and the ways in which you have learned to adapt to each environment and relationship around you, including the relationship that we form. Mindfulness is a lens through which I practice as well.
Thank you for taking the time for yourself to understand how therapy can help aid and assist you at this time in your life. I hope that I can give you a sense of myself and style and how I may be a good fit in supporting you in such a process. In my private practice, I specialize in working with individual adults, older teens, and couples. I practice from a psychodynamic and relational modality in which I am mindful of where you come from and the ways in which you have learned to adapt to each environment and relationship around you, including the relationship that we form. Mindfulness is a lens through which I practice as well.
(415) 322-7764 View (415) 322-7764
Photo of Rachel M Cleveland, Marriage & Family Therapist in Menlo Park, CA
Rachel M Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
**Accepting New Clients** Feel cared for and heard, experience a safe and authentic connection, find clarity, heal from a past or more recent traumatic event. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Provisional Art Therapist and Mindfulness-based Practitioner, I offer a person-centered, strength-based holistic approach to healing. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I work with the creative mind, this work includes art and expressive mediums to understand how our earliest experiences in life create the implicit, behavioral patterns that we can potentially carry with us for a lifetime.
**Accepting New Clients** Feel cared for and heard, experience a safe and authentic connection, find clarity, heal from a past or more recent traumatic event. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Provisional Art Therapist and Mindfulness-based Practitioner, I offer a person-centered, strength-based holistic approach to healing. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I work with the creative mind, this work includes art and expressive mediums to understand how our earliest experiences in life create the implicit, behavioral patterns that we can potentially carry with us for a lifetime.
(650) 249-9418 View (650) 249-9418
Photo of Dr. Claudia Mezzera, Marriage & Family Therapist in Menlo Park, CA
Dr. Claudia Mezzera
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atherton, CA 94027  (Online Only)
You are in the midst of transition and need support with anxiety, depression, grief, and the many challenges that result from life's unexpected changes, disappointments, and losses. You'd like to become a better friend to yourself and you are highly motivated and curious about learning creative skills, techniques, and coping tools to overcome interpersonal obstacles. You want healthy relationships in your life. You welcome the idea of becoming your own therapist and your own best friend. You are ready to start a compassionate journey inward toward clarity, self-acceptance, empowerment, healing, hope, and wholeness.
You are in the midst of transition and need support with anxiety, depression, grief, and the many challenges that result from life's unexpected changes, disappointments, and losses. You'd like to become a better friend to yourself and you are highly motivated and curious about learning creative skills, techniques, and coping tools to overcome interpersonal obstacles. You want healthy relationships in your life. You welcome the idea of becoming your own therapist and your own best friend. You are ready to start a compassionate journey inward toward clarity, self-acceptance, empowerment, healing, hope, and wholeness.
(916) 587-6434 View (916) 587-6434
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Nicholas A Freedman
MS, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Atherton, CA 94027
You deserve to live the life of your wildest dreams. You may feel stuck, alone, and lost. These are difficult states of mind to experience. My greatest joy in life is assisting clients in reconnecting to that authentic heart-centered place within themselves to access their unlimited potential to create wealth and abundance in; career, all relationships (family/friends/romantic), finances, emotional wellbeing, physical health, creative expression, connection, community, and spiritual growth. This is for those who are looking to do the deep work of observing themselves and finding what really serves their highest purpose.
You deserve to live the life of your wildest dreams. You may feel stuck, alone, and lost. These are difficult states of mind to experience. My greatest joy in life is assisting clients in reconnecting to that authentic heart-centered place within themselves to access their unlimited potential to create wealth and abundance in; career, all relationships (family/friends/romantic), finances, emotional wellbeing, physical health, creative expression, connection, community, and spiritual growth. This is for those who are looking to do the deep work of observing themselves and finding what really serves their highest purpose.
(916) 581-6058 View (916) 581-6058
Photo of Batya Ross, Marriage & Family Therapist in Menlo Park, CA
Batya Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Most of us lug around a suitcase full of our thoughts, feelings, family history and past experiences and have no idea what's in there. Our current responses to and experience of life come from the contents of that suitcase. Together in therapy we gently unpack it. We will see what is working for you, what needs more support and what has served it's purpose but no longer works. I work collaboratively and am curious about all the things that make you who you are. I am particularly interested in working with people who feel misunderstood or unimportant.
Most of us lug around a suitcase full of our thoughts, feelings, family history and past experiences and have no idea what's in there. Our current responses to and experience of life come from the contents of that suitcase. Together in therapy we gently unpack it. We will see what is working for you, what needs more support and what has served it's purpose but no longer works. I work collaboratively and am curious about all the things that make you who you are. I am particularly interested in working with people who feel misunderstood or unimportant.
(415) 275-6820 View (415) 275-6820
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Kathleen Casillas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Carlos, CA 94070
I'm Kathy Casillas, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, practicing in the field for almost 17 years. In my many years as a therapist, I find myself using DBT and Strength Based Approaches, as well as Art therapy for a bottoms-up approach which works great to combat fears and anxiety. My favorite mantra is "Don't look back- you're not going that way" by Mary Engelbreit. I have worked with all ages from as young as 5 to 75, Typically I work with older teens and older adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, and life changes.
I'm Kathy Casillas, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, practicing in the field for almost 17 years. In my many years as a therapist, I find myself using DBT and Strength Based Approaches, as well as Art therapy for a bottoms-up approach which works great to combat fears and anxiety. My favorite mantra is "Don't look back- you're not going that way" by Mary Engelbreit. I have worked with all ages from as young as 5 to 75, Typically I work with older teens and older adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, and life changes.
(760) 330-2752 View (760) 330-2752
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Ashley Azra Tucic
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
I am committed to empowering teens facing various challenges shaping my approach with compassion and understanding. The population with whom I have experience are high school students diagnosed with Autism, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, medication compliance challenges, and chronic medical health conditions. I currently serve 28 remarkable young individuals, collaborating closely with external providers and parents, to facilitate a seamless continuum of care.
I am committed to empowering teens facing various challenges shaping my approach with compassion and understanding. The population with whom I have experience are high school students diagnosed with Autism, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, medication compliance challenges, and chronic medical health conditions. I currently serve 28 remarkable young individuals, collaborating closely with external providers and parents, to facilitate a seamless continuum of care.
(650) 414-4305 View (650) 414-4305
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Lanore Giegerich
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
It is my belief that we are all experts in our own lives and personal experiences. My role as Marriage Family Therapist is to work collaboratively with my clients to find solutions that work for them as an individual. I provide initial assessments and brief individual psychotherapy. I am bi-lingual Spanish speaking, and I hold a BA in Anthropology and Latin American Studies from UCSC. I graduated with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.
It is my belief that we are all experts in our own lives and personal experiences. My role as Marriage Family Therapist is to work collaboratively with my clients to find solutions that work for them as an individual. I provide initial assessments and brief individual psychotherapy. I am bi-lingual Spanish speaking, and I hold a BA in Anthropology and Latin American Studies from UCSC. I graduated with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.
(562) 568-5869 View (562) 568-5869
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Deborah A Simmons
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
San Mateo, CA 94403
We are in a crazy time right now and I know you are dealing with fear and anxiety on so many levels. You are worried about getting sick, and having your family being sick. You are terrified about your own financial situation and our economy overall. The unknown is what is causing all of this anxiety. Please don't handle this alone. Myself and all the therapists at Primrose Healing and Wellness are here for you. Your wellness is a journey and that journey is holistic and unique. That’s why our tailored therapy programs are comprehensive and collaborative. You help us create what works for you. There is no one-size-fits-all.
We are in a crazy time right now and I know you are dealing with fear and anxiety on so many levels. You are worried about getting sick, and having your family being sick. You are terrified about your own financial situation and our economy overall. The unknown is what is causing all of this anxiety. Please don't handle this alone. Myself and all the therapists at Primrose Healing and Wellness are here for you. Your wellness is a journey and that journey is holistic and unique. That’s why our tailored therapy programs are comprehensive and collaborative. You help us create what works for you. There is no one-size-fits-all.
(650) 720-5937 View (650) 720-5937
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Mary Deyo
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Anyone who is currently struggling with emotional pain and wanting to change, is my ideal client. I am here to guide you through a journey into your mind and heart, to help you face your greatest fears, and discover your unimaginable strength. Out of the ashes, rises the phoenix and out of a personal crisis, comes tremendous growth and healing. Whether you are dealing with mood swings, depression, anxiety, addiction, panic, trauma or relationship issues, I am here to help.
Anyone who is currently struggling with emotional pain and wanting to change, is my ideal client. I am here to guide you through a journey into your mind and heart, to help you face your greatest fears, and discover your unimaginable strength. Out of the ashes, rises the phoenix and out of a personal crisis, comes tremendous growth and healing. Whether you are dealing with mood swings, depression, anxiety, addiction, panic, trauma or relationship issues, I am here to help.
(707) 663-4250 View (707) 663-4250
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Pacific Marriage & Family Therapy Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stanford, CA 94305  (Online Only)
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
(530) 298-8472 View (530) 298-8472
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Jenee Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Redwood City, CA 94061
My name is Jeneé Bryant, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, aging, end-of-life, and medical issues. I use a client-centered, whole-person approach to better understand my clients and help them heal. My focus population is from young adults to older adults dealing with major life changes such as medical diagnosis, traumatic events, substance abuse, and end-of-life issues.
My name is Jeneé Bryant, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Francisco, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, aging, end-of-life, and medical issues. I use a client-centered, whole-person approach to better understand my clients and help them heal. My focus population is from young adults to older adults dealing with major life changes such as medical diagnosis, traumatic events, substance abuse, and end-of-life issues.
(951) 904-3652 View (951) 904-3652
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Marcia Neville Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atherton, CA 94027
CURRENTLY CONDUCTING PHONE SESSIONS, TELE-THERAPY. I possess an unconditional positive regard for my clients, as I easily see the goodness and gift that each person brings. I desire to assist people to reach their highest potential and identify their purpose. I am invigorated by the work I do and strive to be part of creating more fulfilling, happier lives! I enjoy witnessing others become the best version of themselves, passionate about their interests, communicating better, finding solutions and setting goals!
CURRENTLY CONDUCTING PHONE SESSIONS, TELE-THERAPY. I possess an unconditional positive regard for my clients, as I easily see the goodness and gift that each person brings. I desire to assist people to reach their highest potential and identify their purpose. I am invigorated by the work I do and strive to be part of creating more fulfilling, happier lives! I enjoy witnessing others become the best version of themselves, passionate about their interests, communicating better, finding solutions and setting goals!
(805) 804-3850 View (805) 804-3850
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Jamal R. Cameron
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodside, CA 94062
Therapy can be one of the most challenging experiences for individuals and families; you sit in a room and begin sharing thoughts and feelings with a person you don’t know. Shame, regret, relationship issues are some of the many reasons people experience stress in their lives. At times, this stress can become so overwhelming it starts to impair our daily lives. For others, it easy to mask those issues around family, peers and/or coworkers; but when we are alone those obstacles are still with us. Whether this is your first-time trying therapy or you have seen multiple professionals, I'm here to embark on this journey with you.
Therapy can be one of the most challenging experiences for individuals and families; you sit in a room and begin sharing thoughts and feelings with a person you don’t know. Shame, regret, relationship issues are some of the many reasons people experience stress in their lives. At times, this stress can become so overwhelming it starts to impair our daily lives. For others, it easy to mask those issues around family, peers and/or coworkers; but when we are alone those obstacles are still with us. Whether this is your first-time trying therapy or you have seen multiple professionals, I'm here to embark on this journey with you.
(650) 670-4579 View (650) 670-4579
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Halima S .
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Los Altos, CA 94022  (Online Only)
We are currently accepting clients! AMALY is a virtual mental health organization that serves individuals and couples across California. We specialize in providing services to BIPOC clients.
We are currently accepting clients! AMALY is a virtual mental health organization that serves individuals and couples across California. We specialize in providing services to BIPOC clients.
(619) 505-3750 View (619) 505-3750

Chronic Illness Therapists

How does therapy for chronic illness work?

Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.

Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?

Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?

No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.

How long does therapy for chronic illness take?

There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.