Female Therapists in West San Jose, San Jose, CA

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Damanpreet Mangat
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I strive to provide an accepting, safe space where you can bring your authentic self for exploration. We will work together by addressing your identified goals while bringing to light barriers that are hindering progress. I have experience working with individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds coping with concerns such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
As a therapist, I strive to provide an accepting, safe space where you can bring your authentic self for exploration. We will work together by addressing your identified goals while bringing to light barriers that are hindering progress. I have experience working with individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds coping with concerns such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
(408) 443-2534 View (408) 443-2534
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Misao Takano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95117  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I am passionate and dedicated to helping my clients overcome personal difficulties, and experiencing hope and change. Therapy works in a powerful way when the therapist and the client work together in a safe place to help you heal. My style of counseling is client’s strength based, time effective and solution focused. My clients walk away from my office feeling lighter, freer, and hopeful. They feel excited to live their lives again.
Welcome! As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I am passionate and dedicated to helping my clients overcome personal difficulties, and experiencing hope and change. Therapy works in a powerful way when the therapist and the client work together in a safe place to help you heal. My style of counseling is client’s strength based, time effective and solution focused. My clients walk away from my office feeling lighter, freer, and hopeful. They feel excited to live their lives again.
(650) 547-8096 View (650) 547-8096
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Margot Minnium
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128
Good therapy works. It’s not magic but it feels that way as we work together to address the situations or relationships you’re struggling with. Together, we build a trusting relationship where change and insight are possible. Feeling relief and gaining confidence in yourself occurs. As a compassionate listener and experienced clinician, I will create a safe space and be a capable guide for you.
Good therapy works. It’s not magic but it feels that way as we work together to address the situations or relationships you’re struggling with. Together, we build a trusting relationship where change and insight are possible. Feeling relief and gaining confidence in yourself occurs. As a compassionate listener and experienced clinician, I will create a safe space and be a capable guide for you.
(408) 409-8866 View (408) 409-8866
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Mindful Matters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95129
I want to commend you that in seeking help, you are taking the first step towards a healthier, happier life. If you are feeling isolated in your thoughts, and conflicted about sharing what you are going through with a stranger, I totally understand what you are feeling and want you to know that you are not alone. I am here to support and guide you in discovering how to move forward in your life and overcome the challenges you are currently facing. I provide a safe, supportive, and caring environment that will help facilitate the healing and restoration process. I accept Lyra and Cigna insurance.
I want to commend you that in seeking help, you are taking the first step towards a healthier, happier life. If you are feeling isolated in your thoughts, and conflicted about sharing what you are going through with a stranger, I totally understand what you are feeling and want you to know that you are not alone. I am here to support and guide you in discovering how to move forward in your life and overcome the challenges you are currently facing. I provide a safe, supportive, and caring environment that will help facilitate the healing and restoration process. I accept Lyra and Cigna insurance.
(510) 254-3473 View (510) 254-3473
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Eun Ah Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Perhaps in an unsatisfying relationship, blended family, job, depression/anxiety, parenting difficulties or generally feeling unhappy in your current situation? Help is readily available to assist you to get unstuck and better your life. Move your life in your desired direction in a gentle and caring environment. Get unstuck. Call 408-380-3008
Are you feeling stuck? Perhaps in an unsatisfying relationship, blended family, job, depression/anxiety, parenting difficulties or generally feeling unhappy in your current situation? Help is readily available to assist you to get unstuck and better your life. Move your life in your desired direction in a gentle and caring environment. Get unstuck. Call 408-380-3008
(408) 759-4966 View (408) 759-4966
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Hilleary Cummings
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, MA, LCPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95129
The diagnosis, the accident, the loss, the family dysfunction —these experiences can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and unsure of how to move forward. The weight of these experiences feel like it's seeping into every aspect of your life affecting your relationships, self-esteem, ability to find joy. You imagine waking up with a renewed sense of vitality, fully present in the relationships that matter most to you. The scenes that once haunted you are replaced by a sense of calm and resilience. You now embrace your truth, boundaries intact, and confidently making decision that align with your well-being.
The diagnosis, the accident, the loss, the family dysfunction —these experiences can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and unsure of how to move forward. The weight of these experiences feel like it's seeping into every aspect of your life affecting your relationships, self-esteem, ability to find joy. You imagine waking up with a renewed sense of vitality, fully present in the relationships that matter most to you. The scenes that once haunted you are replaced by a sense of calm and resilience. You now embrace your truth, boundaries intact, and confidently making decision that align with your well-being.
(408) 874-8904 View (408) 874-8904
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Melissa Walter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128
When we focus on developing a relationship first and feeling a sense of safety, it is much easier to navigate through the discomfort. So we will start there. I invite you to try Art Therapy in a way that will assist you in recognizing your strengths and provide you with a feeling of connection. If Art Therapy is not something you are interested in, we will engage in talk therapy so you may experience feeling seen and known. I often incorporate art, play, and movement when working with children and families. A typical client of mine is looking for guidance in emotional regulation and wants greater emotional awareness.
When we focus on developing a relationship first and feeling a sense of safety, it is much easier to navigate through the discomfort. So we will start there. I invite you to try Art Therapy in a way that will assist you in recognizing your strengths and provide you with a feeling of connection. If Art Therapy is not something you are interested in, we will engage in talk therapy so you may experience feeling seen and known. I often incorporate art, play, and movement when working with children and families. A typical client of mine is looking for guidance in emotional regulation and wants greater emotional awareness.
(408) 414-6394 View (408) 414-6394
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Meredith Roberts
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95130
I am an Associate Marriage Family Therapist and am passionate about helping teens, young adults, and parents learn how to work through the inevitable difficulties that come with this unique stage of life. The majority of my practice focuses on individual work related to identification of key issues/concerns, development of trust and safety, increasing levels of self-awareness, and growth and healing through positive communication. My approach is warm, non-judgemental and client centered, with an emphasis on connection.
I am an Associate Marriage Family Therapist and am passionate about helping teens, young adults, and parents learn how to work through the inevitable difficulties that come with this unique stage of life. The majority of my practice focuses on individual work related to identification of key issues/concerns, development of trust and safety, increasing levels of self-awareness, and growth and healing through positive communication. My approach is warm, non-judgemental and client centered, with an emphasis on connection.
(408) 583-6536 View (408) 583-6536
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Ellen J Lin
Psychologist, PhD, DCEP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95117
Looking for deeper healing and not just symptom relief (although that is also important)? Can't relax, are too irritable, or find yourself bursting into uncontrollable tears at times? Want to overcome traumatic or adverse experiences? To improve self-esteem and relationships? To feel lighter (not be weighed down by past experiences)? Learn to change your patterns & emotional triggers, and transform your responses to hindering situations. You'll gain skills to be more grounded, less reactive, and can start to improve your mood, well being, and relationships.
Looking for deeper healing and not just symptom relief (although that is also important)? Can't relax, are too irritable, or find yourself bursting into uncontrollable tears at times? Want to overcome traumatic or adverse experiences? To improve self-esteem and relationships? To feel lighter (not be weighed down by past experiences)? Learn to change your patterns & emotional triggers, and transform your responses to hindering situations. You'll gain skills to be more grounded, less reactive, and can start to improve your mood, well being, and relationships.
(408) 539-0166 View (408) 539-0166
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Jennifer Lovelace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
I have worked with a myriad of individuals and families who come from various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds and have treated issues related to interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I use different therapeutic modalities to include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients achieve their individual goals.
I have worked with a myriad of individuals and families who come from various cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds and have treated issues related to interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I use different therapeutic modalities to include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR) to help clients achieve their individual goals.
(510) 544-6703 View (510) 544-6703
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Vanessa Fierstadt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
Finding immense joy and passion in my work as a nurturing and interactive therapist, I offer a holistic approach to therapy. I address the interconnected facets of body, mind, and spirit. Drawing inspiration from Existential principles, I integrate Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As we navigate the intricacies of your unique experience, my goal is to instill in you a sense of empowerment that will go beyond the therapy room. I am dedicated to ensuring that you feel seen and heard.
Finding immense joy and passion in my work as a nurturing and interactive therapist, I offer a holistic approach to therapy. I address the interconnected facets of body, mind, and spirit. Drawing inspiration from Existential principles, I integrate Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As we navigate the intricacies of your unique experience, my goal is to instill in you a sense of empowerment that will go beyond the therapy room. I am dedicated to ensuring that you feel seen and heard.
(408) 443-2723 View (408) 443-2723
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Jacqueline Morita
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128
My passion is helping people achieve a better quality life. If you experience anxiety, depression, or pain from past traumas, I can guide you toward inner healing through deep self-exploration and provide you methods for daily coping. If your child or teen is withdrawn, struggles with self esteem, or displays behavioral concerns, I can work with them to navigate their inner world and coach you with ways to support them. Together we will work toward letting go of unhealthy patterns and habits to meet your individual goals. In the process, you will build a positive relationship with yourself and your loved ones.
My passion is helping people achieve a better quality life. If you experience anxiety, depression, or pain from past traumas, I can guide you toward inner healing through deep self-exploration and provide you methods for daily coping. If your child or teen is withdrawn, struggles with self esteem, or displays behavioral concerns, I can work with them to navigate their inner world and coach you with ways to support them. Together we will work toward letting go of unhealthy patterns and habits to meet your individual goals. In the process, you will build a positive relationship with yourself and your loved ones.
(408) 404-5368 View (408) 404-5368
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Vani Hariharan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95117
I believe that people are resilient and resourceful, capable of overcoming difficulties. Sometimes we get entangled in personal and relational patterns that can overwhelm our resources. I help clients identify these problematic patterns and empower them to break free from patterns that do not serve them well. I focus on my client's interpersonal relationships and relationships with larger social systems. I have experience working with children, teens, families, and couples on several issues, including family and couple distress, trauma, and various presentations of anxiety and depression through a systemic and attachment-based lens.
I believe that people are resilient and resourceful, capable of overcoming difficulties. Sometimes we get entangled in personal and relational patterns that can overwhelm our resources. I help clients identify these problematic patterns and empower them to break free from patterns that do not serve them well. I focus on my client's interpersonal relationships and relationships with larger social systems. I have experience working with children, teens, families, and couples on several issues, including family and couple distress, trauma, and various presentations of anxiety and depression through a systemic and attachment-based lens.
(650) 374-0238 View (650) 374-0238
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Kylie Mackenzie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95129
Hello, I’m an LMFT and I thoroughly enjoy my work as a therapist. My name is Kylie Mackenzie, but you can call me Ky. I change my approach with everyone I see, generally speaking, because everyone heals in their own unique way. My most common theoretical approach is client-centered (we are equals) and psychoanalytic (I’m a blank slate) so the focus is purely on you with a split of problem solving and breaking down the emotional parts of the issue. I am very familiar with working with adults and teens. I have experience working with substance abuse and dual diagnoses.
Hello, I’m an LMFT and I thoroughly enjoy my work as a therapist. My name is Kylie Mackenzie, but you can call me Ky. I change my approach with everyone I see, generally speaking, because everyone heals in their own unique way. My most common theoretical approach is client-centered (we are equals) and psychoanalytic (I’m a blank slate) so the focus is purely on you with a split of problem solving and breaking down the emotional parts of the issue. I am very familiar with working with adults and teens. I have experience working with substance abuse and dual diagnoses.
(408) 351-2993 View (408) 351-2993
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Diana Samardzic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
I help people gain clarity, balance, and peace in a warm and compassionate space. I use evidenced-based practices, incorporating the mind and body to find a way to heal from past challenges or traumas. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, interpersonal/relationship issues, grief, and complex trauma.
I help people gain clarity, balance, and peace in a warm and compassionate space. I use evidenced-based practices, incorporating the mind and body to find a way to heal from past challenges or traumas. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, interpersonal/relationship issues, grief, and complex trauma.
(510) 216-1993 View (510) 216-1993
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Lauren Gogarty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95129  (Online Only)
It takes courage to look for a therapist, so I try to make it as painless as possible! I help people who might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or depressed or who are just stuck in patterns, jobs or relationships that are making them unhappy. If you feel like you are struggling in some way, whether it is related to your mood, relationships, or just with where you are in life right now, contact me, we can work together to sort things out. Send a quick email through here, then I will follow up with a call. If we are a good fit then we get started.
It takes courage to look for a therapist, so I try to make it as painless as possible! I help people who might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or depressed or who are just stuck in patterns, jobs or relationships that are making them unhappy. If you feel like you are struggling in some way, whether it is related to your mood, relationships, or just with where you are in life right now, contact me, we can work together to sort things out. Send a quick email through here, then I will follow up with a call. If we are a good fit then we get started.
(831) 508-3617 View (831) 508-3617
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Patty Marsette
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95130  (Online Only)
My training as a licensed MFT has taught me to treat a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship problems and trauma. I also have advanced training and experience working with PTSD, past trauma, panic and phobias. My goal and passion is to provide you with the tools to create and maintain life-affirming change in order to lead a more balanced and empowered life. I am EMDR trained, which is a powerful method for releasing past trauma and the depression and anxieties that go with it.
My training as a licensed MFT has taught me to treat a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, parenting issues, relationship problems and trauma. I also have advanced training and experience working with PTSD, past trauma, panic and phobias. My goal and passion is to provide you with the tools to create and maintain life-affirming change in order to lead a more balanced and empowered life. I am EMDR trained, which is a powerful method for releasing past trauma and the depression and anxieties that go with it.
(408) 882-1521 View (408) 882-1521
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Nicole Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95128
If you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or invisible wounds, therapy can help. I specialize in addressing these areas with EMDR. Together we can work toward finding more peace in your inner world to increase your capacity to relax, connect, and enjoy yourself and your life. If you are seeking therapy for your child or teen struggling with their emotions or self esteem, I can work with them to navigate their feelings in a healthy way and collaborate with you on how you can support your child with their unique needs.
If you are struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, or invisible wounds, therapy can help. I specialize in addressing these areas with EMDR. Together we can work toward finding more peace in your inner world to increase your capacity to relax, connect, and enjoy yourself and your life. If you are seeking therapy for your child or teen struggling with their emotions or self esteem, I can work with them to navigate their feelings in a healthy way and collaborate with you on how you can support your child with their unique needs.
(408) 692-6792 View (408) 692-6792
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Noreen Raja-Halpern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95117
Each of us deserve to be seen, heard, and valued. At the foundation of my clinical practice, it is my intention to honor who you are, where you come from, and where you want to go. In fostering meaningful, authentic therapeutic relationships, I engage clients from the strengths-based approach and the holistic perspective, exploring and embracing the idea that our mental health can be shaped by the social, emotional, spiritual, and physical parts of ourselves.
Each of us deserve to be seen, heard, and valued. At the foundation of my clinical practice, it is my intention to honor who you are, where you come from, and where you want to go. In fostering meaningful, authentic therapeutic relationships, I engage clients from the strengths-based approach and the holistic perspective, exploring and embracing the idea that our mental health can be shaped by the social, emotional, spiritual, and physical parts of ourselves.
(408) 404-5347 View (408) 404-5347
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Dr. Michelle Wambach
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West San Jose, San Jose, CA 95117
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!
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!
(408) 247-7909 View (408) 247-7909

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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.