Therapists in Cupertino, CA
Therapy for Asians, LGBTQ, POC, High Performers
Marriage & Family Therapist, IFS, EFT, BSP, MPH, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
Feeling like you have to hide parts of yourself at work, or with your romantic partner or family? These pressures can make us lose touch with who we are and what makes us feel alive. Are you feeling lonely or not good enough, and longing to be fully accepted? Together, we can explore what matters most to you, so you can move towards the life you want. I can support you in transforming patterns that make you feel stuck or overwhelmed. I offer Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Brainspotting, which are all proven approaches for healing trauma and reducing anxiety and depression.
Feeling like you have to hide parts of yourself at work, or with your romantic partner or family? These pressures can make us lose touch with who we are and what makes us feel alive. Are you feeling lonely or not good enough, and longing to be fully accepted? Together, we can explore what matters most to you, so you can move towards the life you want. I can support you in transforming patterns that make you feel stuck or overwhelmed. I offer Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Hypnotherapy, and Brainspotting, which are all proven approaches for healing trauma and reducing anxiety and depression.
Lauren Scally
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
My goal is to help you work through the difficulties that life can present in a way that is supportive of your personal development. In addition to having a general practice, my interest areas include Perinatal Depression and Anxiety, personal growth, infertility, grief and loss, relationship issues and supporting member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Most importantly, I strive to meet you where your needs are and develop a plan and specific strategies to help you achieve your goals.
My goal is to help you work through the difficulties that life can present in a way that is supportive of your personal development. In addition to having a general practice, my interest areas include Perinatal Depression and Anxiety, personal growth, infertility, grief and loss, relationship issues and supporting member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Most importantly, I strive to meet you where your needs are and develop a plan and specific strategies to help you achieve your goals.
Evelyn Lomio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95015
What do we all have in common? We all have the need to feel seen and understood. When you’re anxious, depressed, or just plain stressed it can be hard to find people who accept you as you are. Sometimes that leads to discouragement, isolation, or feeling overwhelmed. However, when you do have a safe place to connect and be yourself it can be the start of an amazing journey. From there you can begin to see life more clearly, identifying the things holding you back as well as the parts of life you want to enhance or explore. I’m privileged to help people on that path of healing and growth. I help Adults - Young Adults - Teens.
What do we all have in common? We all have the need to feel seen and understood. When you’re anxious, depressed, or just plain stressed it can be hard to find people who accept you as you are. Sometimes that leads to discouragement, isolation, or feeling overwhelmed. However, when you do have a safe place to connect and be yourself it can be the start of an amazing journey. From there you can begin to see life more clearly, identifying the things holding you back as well as the parts of life you want to enhance or explore. I’m privileged to help people on that path of healing and growth. I help Adults - Young Adults - Teens.
Dr. Michelle Wambach
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014
With cognitive, relational, & EMDR skills, I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, self-esteem, loss.
Are you up at night worrying about relationships, job, kids, school, or life in general? For over 23 years, I have helped anxious and sad people feel better and change for good. You want to feel happy, but a painful past keeps you in the same patterns despite your best efforts to change. Fear and worry make it hard to feel secure in relationships, parenting, school, career. You want to be more successful in managing when to control and where to just let go, but feel like your mind is out of control with anxiety and stress. You try so hard, but the choices you're making just aren't working out so well. You are not alone, I can help!
With cognitive, relational, & EMDR skills, I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, self-esteem, loss.
Are you up at night worrying about relationships, job, kids, school, or life in general? For over 23 years, I have helped anxious and sad people feel better and change for good. You want to feel happy, but a painful past keeps you in the same patterns despite your best efforts to change. Fear and worry make it hard to feel secure in relationships, parenting, school, career. You want to be more successful in managing when to control and where to just let go, but feel like your mind is out of control with anxiety and stress. You try so hard, but the choices you're making just aren't working out so well. You are not alone, I can help!
Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
Dr. Tanya Shtutman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 10+ years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, trauma, work stress, phobias, and sexual dysfunction. I’m also passionate about working with parents and parents-to-be. I offer specific tools and strategies that help with changing deeply held beliefs, strong feelings, and old habits.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 10+ years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I specialize in working with anxiety and depression, trauma, work stress, phobias, and sexual dysfunction. I’m also passionate about working with parents and parents-to-be. I offer specific tools and strategies that help with changing deeply held beliefs, strong feelings, and old habits.
Marli Diniz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
Are you feeling depressed, anxious or having relationship issues? You don't have to feel that way. I'm a compassionate therapist who can help you have a joyful life. For 15 years, I've used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in English, Spanish and Portuguese to help adults, couples and teens. I primarily use CBT, but depending upon what's best for you, I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Positive Psychology. I treat depression, anxiety, relationship issues, PTSD, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), sexual issues, and victims of sexual and physical abuse.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious or having relationship issues? You don't have to feel that way. I'm a compassionate therapist who can help you have a joyful life. For 15 years, I've used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in English, Spanish and Portuguese to help adults, couples and teens. I primarily use CBT, but depending upon what's best for you, I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Positive Psychology. I treat depression, anxiety, relationship issues, PTSD, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), sexual issues, and victims of sexual and physical abuse.
Kelly Koken
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma and life transitions.
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!
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma and life transitions.
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!
Yu Shin Chuang
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
I provide the following services: 1) Individual psychotherapy 2) Family therapy and specialize in 1) Anxiety 2) Cultural/Personal Identity 3) Depression 4) Life transitions 5) Disordered Eating.
Feeling lost and unsure about how to handle things in your life? We all feel like this at one time or another in our lives and it is helpful to have someone support you while trying to figure things out. I would be honored to assist you in this process. As a therapist, I will work collaboratively with you to help you move towards your life goals and a deeper understanding of self.
I provide the following services: 1) Individual psychotherapy 2) Family therapy and specialize in 1) Anxiety 2) Cultural/Personal Identity 3) Depression 4) Life transitions 5) Disordered Eating.
Feeling lost and unsure about how to handle things in your life? We all feel like this at one time or another in our lives and it is helpful to have someone support you while trying to figure things out. I would be honored to assist you in this process. As a therapist, I will work collaboratively with you to help you move towards your life goals and a deeper understanding of self.
Courtney Hedges
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
I specialize in the transitioning into parenthood, pregnancy and birth, reparenting yourself, relationships, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ, self love, stress, ADHD, and finding life purpose/inner-guidance.
My philosophy is to encourage individuals and couples to locate and strengthen their mindset, and relationship to develop healthy understanding of your needs and how to begin to meet those needs. My approach is utilizing traditional talk therapy, with mindfulness, and meeting you were you are now. Assisting you in creating the goals of your desires for your life.
I specialize in the transitioning into parenthood, pregnancy and birth, reparenting yourself, relationships, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ, self love, stress, ADHD, and finding life purpose/inner-guidance.
My philosophy is to encourage individuals and couples to locate and strengthen their mindset, and relationship to develop healthy understanding of your needs and how to begin to meet those needs. My approach is utilizing traditional talk therapy, with mindfulness, and meeting you were you are now. Assisting you in creating the goals of your desires for your life.
Samer Fawaz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
Therapy changed my life. In fact, it led me to become a therapist. Professionally, I had reached a level of success as a business owner that kept me financially comfortable. Unfortunately, my "success" left me feeling depressed and anxious because I felt that I lacked purpose. I was lost in addictions and reckless behaviors which further galvanized my sadness and kept me feeling disconnected from how to make meaningful change. Therapy allowed me to become more connected with myself.
Therapy changed my life. In fact, it led me to become a therapist. Professionally, I had reached a level of success as a business owner that kept me financially comfortable. Unfortunately, my "success" left me feeling depressed and anxious because I felt that I lacked purpose. I was lost in addictions and reckless behaviors which further galvanized my sadness and kept me feeling disconnected from how to make meaningful change. Therapy allowed me to become more connected with myself.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
I want to congratulate you on taking the first step towards making a meaningful and important change in your life. Asking for help and wanting to make a change in your life is not easy and takes a lot of courage. Often we do not have the right coping skills to manage our emotions and relationships, causing life to get complicated. Whether it's a new or recurrent problem, if you feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed or experiencing relationship problems, I am here for you. I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples and adolescents.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first step towards making a meaningful and important change in your life. Asking for help and wanting to make a change in your life is not easy and takes a lot of courage. Often we do not have the right coping skills to manage our emotions and relationships, causing life to get complicated. Whether it's a new or recurrent problem, if you feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed or experiencing relationship problems, I am here for you. I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples and adolescents.
Xiyue Wang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
I have years of experience working with trauma survivors, immigrants, second-generation Asian Americans to overcome anxiety, depression, PTSD symptoms, and cope with life stress such as work-related stress, divorce, grief, and other transitions.
Hi, I'm glad you stopped by! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of experience providing individual therapy in the SF bay area. It can be a difficult decision to enter therapy. Many of us carry more stress than we are aware of, and sometimes the weight of past stressors and memories gets in our current life, preventing us from achieving our goals. I want to create a safe space for you to unpack your emotions, make meaningful choices, and restore inner peace so you can live your authentic values in all aspects of life.
I have years of experience working with trauma survivors, immigrants, second-generation Asian Americans to overcome anxiety, depression, PTSD symptoms, and cope with life stress such as work-related stress, divorce, grief, and other transitions.
Hi, I'm glad you stopped by! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of experience providing individual therapy in the SF bay area. It can be a difficult decision to enter therapy. Many of us carry more stress than we are aware of, and sometimes the weight of past stressors and memories gets in our current life, preventing us from achieving our goals. I want to create a safe space for you to unpack your emotions, make meaningful choices, and restore inner peace so you can live your authentic values in all aspects of life.
Dr. Nicole Hayes
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, CA. I specialize in helping people live more present and successful lives and heal from depression, anxiety, body image concerns, self-esteem issues and much more. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults as they navigate transition periods in life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in Los Angeles, CA. I specialize in helping people live more present and successful lives and heal from depression, anxiety, body image concerns, self-esteem issues and much more. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults as they navigate transition periods in life.
Linda Shing
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, EMDR, IFS, ART
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
Do you work in a highly competitive industry like entertainment or tech? Feel a constant need to perform well and prove your worth? You may be looking for a therapist who understands the stress and anxiety that comes with the constant comparison, self-doubt, and pressure to excel that you experience. In spite of your achievements, you may battle some depression and low self esteem. If you are similar to other high achievers I treat, you may also be grappling with people-pleasing, self-criticism, or confusion about your identity and self-worth. Trauma from childhood or other losses may make it even harder to feel good in your skin.
Do you work in a highly competitive industry like entertainment or tech? Feel a constant need to perform well and prove your worth? You may be looking for a therapist who understands the stress and anxiety that comes with the constant comparison, self-doubt, and pressure to excel that you experience. In spite of your achievements, you may battle some depression and low self esteem. If you are similar to other high achievers I treat, you may also be grappling with people-pleasing, self-criticism, or confusion about your identity and self-worth. Trauma from childhood or other losses may make it even harder to feel good in your skin.
Therese Soco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with people on relationship concerns, racial and cultural identity, intergenerational and cultural trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I’m a psychotherapist who works best helping goal-oriented, high-functioning clients get results through deep, exploratory work while providing tools and insights that bring about change. I create a safe, open space where clients can fully explore their inner world and how it influences their actions and behavior, especially in parts where they feel stuck. It is my goal to help clients be fully aware of their internal processes in order to create authentic and meaningful lives. My practice is focused on working with adults in individual therapy.
I specialize in working with people on relationship concerns, racial and cultural identity, intergenerational and cultural trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I’m a psychotherapist who works best helping goal-oriented, high-functioning clients get results through deep, exploratory work while providing tools and insights that bring about change. I create a safe, open space where clients can fully explore their inner world and how it influences their actions and behavior, especially in parts where they feel stuck. It is my goal to help clients be fully aware of their internal processes in order to create authentic and meaningful lives. My practice is focused on working with adults in individual therapy.
Laura Crabb
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
Welcome, and congratulations! Finding the right therapist is a big step. If you'd like to understand how your mind causes you mischief--anxiety, stress, depression, anger, addictions, or relationship problems--I can help you to pursue these goals. I have many years of experience in mindfulness meditation and practice, and a thorough understanding of how our thoughts, stories, and assumptions result in increased stress or increased happiness. I also make good use of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy in helping adults and teens with sexual abuse or addiction issues. Clients tell me that I am "an easy person to talk to."
Welcome, and congratulations! Finding the right therapist is a big step. If you'd like to understand how your mind causes you mischief--anxiety, stress, depression, anger, addictions, or relationship problems--I can help you to pursue these goals. I have many years of experience in mindfulness meditation and practice, and a thorough understanding of how our thoughts, stories, and assumptions result in increased stress or increased happiness. I also make good use of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy in helping adults and teens with sexual abuse or addiction issues. Clients tell me that I am "an easy person to talk to."
Kylene Halliday
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Cupertino, CA 95014
I have experience working with trauma, childhood abuse, anxiety, depression, relationships, anger, stress management, transition issues, social awkwardness, grief and loss.
Are you ready to make positive and lasting changes?
You are definitely more than just your problems, but sometimes our problems get so big they are all we can see. When you are in my office you are seen and treated as a whole person with both strengths and struggles. I believe that therapy works best when it happens in the safety of a trusting, supportive, and collaborative relationship. My style can be best described as flexible as my interventions are based on the unique needs of my clients.
I have experience working with trauma, childhood abuse, anxiety, depression, relationships, anger, stress management, transition issues, social awkwardness, grief and loss.
Are you ready to make positive and lasting changes?
You are definitely more than just your problems, but sometimes our problems get so big they are all we can see. When you are in my office you are seen and treated as a whole person with both strengths and struggles. I believe that therapy works best when it happens in the safety of a trusting, supportive, and collaborative relationship. My style can be best described as flexible as my interventions are based on the unique needs of my clients.
Peter Adler PhD Licensed Psychologist, Inc.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014 (Online Only)
With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MSBR) techniques, I treat Anxiety, OCD, Panic, Excessive Worry, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Insomnia, Chronic Pain, Anger, Relationship Difficulties, Marital and Family Discord, Grief, Life Transition Issues, School Problems, and Social Skills Difficulties.
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.
With Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MSBR) techniques, I treat Anxiety, OCD, Panic, Excessive Worry, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Insomnia, Chronic Pain, Anger, Relationship Difficulties, Marital and Family Discord, Grief, Life Transition Issues, School Problems, and Social Skills Difficulties.
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.
Angela Hutton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cupertino, CA 95014
Are you looking to feel more connected to yourself and others? Do you feel trapped in certain areas of your life? I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years and am passionate about this work. I work with teens, adults, and mental health professionals and can effectively address issues that keep you feeling depressed, anxious, and disconnected from yourself and others. I want to help you make the necessary changes to have the life you desire. Therapy isn't about finding out what is wrong with you, it is about building on what is RIGHT with you.
Are you looking to feel more connected to yourself and others? Do you feel trapped in certain areas of your life? I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years and am passionate about this work. I work with teens, adults, and mental health professionals and can effectively address issues that keep you feeling depressed, anxious, and disconnected from yourself and others. I want to help you make the necessary changes to have the life you desire. Therapy isn't about finding out what is wrong with you, it is about building on what is RIGHT with you.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.