Couples Counseling Therapists in 95008

Many people lead busy lives. It's easy to lose direction and feel disconnected from yourself or others. There are times when life 'pulls the rug out from under you' and you need a roadmap to get moving in the direction you want it to go. Perhaps you need more support and aren't feeling enough resiliency to cope. You may be longing for a happy, fulfilling life; yet struggle because your important relationships aren't working. For example, your home life is being impacted by parenting issues. You may need help with communicating in a way that is heard by others and with learning how you can make the changes you want in your life.

Starting a new journey in therapy might cause a range of emotions for you - and I’m happy to walk you through it. Finding the right fit in a therapist truly makes or breaks your experience, and how well it will work for you! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, working with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions and more.

It takes a lot of courage to take that step forward and seek help. At some point, the pain of staying where you are can become overwhelming, and you're ready for something to change. You are not alone! I will work to hold a safe space for you and walk beside you as we explore both your strengths and your long-standing behavior and thought patterns that have supported you in the past but maybe aren't serving you anymore.

Hi! I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families to identify and understand their feelings and needs, and communicate them in useful ways. Life is uncertain and always changing, and I believe we can guide ourselves through difficult times by tuning into our thoughts and feelings and the stories we tell ourselves. In my sessions I encourage people to learn about themselves and develop skills to manage disregulation and difficult emotions.

I am trained as a psychologist and psychotherapist in both California and Sweden. I am an appointed Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine, and I have over 30-years of experience in providing mental health treatment. I am a board certified specialist (ABPP) in both forensic psychology and psychoanalysis and a certified Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). I provide treatment as well as psychological and forensic evaluations. I know how to help you effectively without judgement or blame. You have the right to feel better about yourself and your life.

At the risk of sounding cliche, my ideal client is you. I love to watch all of the different ways clients can become their perfect selves. Working with a variety of issues, needs, and goals is like a never-ending puzzle. I love to match solutions with clients, co-authoring happily-(or at least contentedly)-ever-afters. Children, adolescents, adults, couples, each has their own appeal and diversity keeps my practice vibrant.

Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.

I have a passion for helping others, and love working with adults, couples, and families through healing and growth.I believe that every person has the necessary resources within to overcome the obstacles in their life. Some complex obstacles, like traumatic events, can create points of fixation based on feelings of fear or helplessness. These situations that are outside of our control can leave long lasting feelings of powerlessness. Part of overcoming traumatic events involves coming to a place of acceptance that these things happened and they are not our fault.

Many of us embark on a family building journey and do not anticipate challenges. This new and unexpected life stage can lead to feelings of anger, frustration, confusion, and more. The roller coaster of hope and despair during multiple fertility treatment cycles can also feel overwhelming and isolating. You may even find yourself dedicating all of your free time to fertility-related tasks and conversations, which can result in burnout. If your experience with treatment has become all-consuming, then I’m here to offer you support. In our work together, we’ll focus on restoring balance in your life while you move forward.

Family Tree Wellness offers counseling, education and support for new moms and for people experiencing fertility challenges, pregnancy or postpartum suffering, birth trauma or loss. Family Tree Wellness is a group psychotherapy practice where moms and babies (and dads!) are welcome, and where the struggles of reproduction and postpartum transitions are understood and deeply cared for. We are knowledgable about matrescence and can help hold and support new and struggling families without judgment. You don't need to do this alone.

If you're reading this page right now, something isn't working in your life. You may be stuck in a harmful pattern, carrying an emotional burden you've held too long, or in a relationship that is causing you more pain than happiness; perhaps you're worried about your teen, and looking for someone to help. The good news is that problems can be solved and patterns can be changed. I can help. I provide a healing environment in which individual adults and couples discover the inner strength and resources they already have.

I specialize in working with couples and adult individuals and have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, an empirically validated model to decrease relationship distress and increase closeness. As an emotionally focused therapist, my approach is grounded in the belief that having fulfilling relationships is essential for wellness. My background in trauma also informs my practice, as many of us have experienced some type of relational/developmental trauma in our lives. It is my goal to create a safe and compassionate environment where we can explore the stuck parts of your life and establish changes that last.

Congratulations on taking the first step towards feeling better. Picking a therapist can be daunting experiencing, but you don't have to go it alone. I love working with people in order to make their lives more fulfilling. I get energy from those who are courageous enough to share their genuine self in the therapy space and anyone who strives towards a healthier life.

Are you overwhelmed by alcohol or drug use? Is it creating problems for you? I help people with substance use issues live better lives. I can help you address these problems and find a way out of the pain and despair. I provide you a safe environment, which is free from judgment. Whether you want to quit completely (abstinence) or cut down and control your drinking or using (harm reduction), I will support you in your journey. If you are already in recovery, I respect and support your efforts as you participate in therapy. I work with couples struggling around alcohol, addiction, and codependency issues in their relationship.

Are you a smart, out-of-the box thinker? I value curiosity, connection, and compassion when it comes to lifestyle, gender, sexuality, relationship, spiritual practices, and every other form of individual expression. I am committed to meeting you as a unique individual and offering support whatever your challenges. My hope is that you will leave our sessions feeling heard, strong and hopeful. I use various modalities, including Rapid Resolution Therapy to address what may be blocking desired change.

My name is Denise Holmes, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults and seniors in a number of different specialty areas, including anxiety, depression, medical stress, life adjustments, trauma, goal planning, life transitions, relationships, aging, stress management, and trauma. My treatment approach is eclectic, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused, Narrative and Psychodynamic Theory. My style is empathetic, nonjudgmental, interactive, and collaborative.

Are you struggling with anxiety and trauma and turning towards unhealthy coping mechanisms in an attempt to manage your emotions? Now is a trying time for almost everyone, and if you have a trauma background what's coming up in the current environment may be reminiscent of the stress, isolation, and fear induced by early childhood experiences. You don't have to handle this alone, and with clinically tested techniques to regulate the mind and body, it's possible to shift from a place of disempowerment to strength.

Hello, I am here to help you understand yourself better and to relieve the pain that comes when relationships are struggling. We often don't know what the pain is about or what causes us to behave the way we do. I can help you with that. Either individually, or with your loved one, I want to work with you to help you build a satisfying, joyful relationship. My theoretical orientation is psychoanalytic and psychodynamic. Simply put, I help you to know your thoughts and feelings that govern your actions so that you are able to enjoy satisfying, honest relationships.

I work with children, adolescents and adults in individual, couples and family counseling. I also have experience in running therapy groups, including process groups, anger management, parenting classes, and domestic violence intervention programs.