Government Employees Health Association (GEHA) Therapists in Palo Alto, CA

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Jeremy Alvarado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94304
I am certified CBT therapist and has been working in the mental health field for eight years.
I am certified CBT therapist and has been working in the mental health field for eight years.
(650) 419-0311 View (650) 419-0311
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Ashley Ayala
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94304  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Accredited Parenting Coach, and Founder of The Modern Parent. Through my deep healing work with families, I have learned how vital it is to fully understand yourself in order to show up in alignment with whom you want to be. The clients I work with are ready to better understand how their current and past stressors, relationships, and concerns are getting in the way of living life fully and enjoying it. We peel back the layers and story that we have been told about the "problem" or how we view the "problem" and shift this narrative to one that allows us to function in a way we deserve.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Accredited Parenting Coach, and Founder of The Modern Parent. Through my deep healing work with families, I have learned how vital it is to fully understand yourself in order to show up in alignment with whom you want to be. The clients I work with are ready to better understand how their current and past stressors, relationships, and concerns are getting in the way of living life fully and enjoying it. We peel back the layers and story that we have been told about the "problem" or how we view the "problem" and shift this narrative to one that allows us to function in a way we deserve.
(650) 590-5841 View (650) 590-5841
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Jacqueline Fernando
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94301  (Online Only)
Are you struggling, feeling stuck, & overwhelmed? Feeling low, worrying & trying to find balance. Contemplating this is not the life you imagined for yourself. Between family obligations, work, relationship challenges, it is hard to carve out time for yourself. Let's find a way to manage this time when you're juggling many roles because surviving isn't enough. Let's find a way towards balance, drive & joy. Additionally, my focus includes Infertility & Reproductive Loss. My role is to support those who are struggling with the emotional & psychological toll of infertility treatment and other challenges of family building.
Are you struggling, feeling stuck, & overwhelmed? Feeling low, worrying & trying to find balance. Contemplating this is not the life you imagined for yourself. Between family obligations, work, relationship challenges, it is hard to carve out time for yourself. Let's find a way to manage this time when you're juggling many roles because surviving isn't enough. Let's find a way towards balance, drive & joy. Additionally, my focus includes Infertility & Reproductive Loss. My role is to support those who are struggling with the emotional & psychological toll of infertility treatment and other challenges of family building.
(650) 275-6496 View (650) 275-6496
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Amber Potter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
It takes courage to reach out for help in the midst of difficulty. I provide safety, support, and guidance in facing life's challenges. Together we will identify your needs, expand your resources, and holistically address your life. This may include your relationship with yourself and others, your feelings and emotions, your boundaries and standards, as well as any spiritual perspectives you might have.
It takes courage to reach out for help in the midst of difficulty. I provide safety, support, and guidance in facing life's challenges. Together we will identify your needs, expand your resources, and holistically address your life. This may include your relationship with yourself and others, your feelings and emotions, your boundaries and standards, as well as any spiritual perspectives you might have.
(650) 910-6972 View (650) 910-6972
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Megan Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
I’m Megan Johnson, LMFT. With over a decade of clinical experience, I enjoy working with my clients to provide a compassionate and safe place for them to make positive changes in their lives. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, mood, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. I am compassionate, warm, and empathetic. I offer a non-judgmental space to help clients feel safe to be honest about their struggles. I decided I wanted to become a therapist after attending (and benefiting a lot from) therapy myself in my early 20s. I love helping people to be honest, to not feel alone in their struggles and to heal.
I’m Megan Johnson, LMFT. With over a decade of clinical experience, I enjoy working with my clients to provide a compassionate and safe place for them to make positive changes in their lives. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, mood, self-esteem, and relationship challenges. I am compassionate, warm, and empathetic. I offer a non-judgmental space to help clients feel safe to be honest about their struggles. I decided I wanted to become a therapist after attending (and benefiting a lot from) therapy myself in my early 20s. I love helping people to be honest, to not feel alone in their struggles and to heal.
(650) 719-5161 View (650) 719-5161
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Sharda McPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Hey there, My name is Sharda (Shar-day) McPherson. I use the pronouns she/her and hers. I am a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I enjoy helping clients navigate through depression, anxiety, and stress. I like to build on the strengths that you already possess; While helping you understand yourself a little better to reach your goals. The common approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I like to create a safe, comforting, and inviting environment during my client's sessions. I like clients to feel that they are able to be their authentic selves.
Hey there, My name is Sharda (Shar-day) McPherson. I use the pronouns she/her and hers. I am a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I enjoy helping clients navigate through depression, anxiety, and stress. I like to build on the strengths that you already possess; While helping you understand yourself a little better to reach your goals. The common approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I like to create a safe, comforting, and inviting environment during my client's sessions. I like clients to feel that they are able to be their authentic selves.
(650) 562-8380 View (650) 562-8380
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Shellye Sledge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
The good news for you… I am Dr. Shellye Sledge, LCSW, CEAP, with considerable experience working with individuals, couples, and families for many years. My education and training include a PhD in Social Work from Norfolk State University, a Master of Social Work in Administration from San Diego State University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling/Psychology from Christian Heritage College in El Cajon, California.
The good news for you… I am Dr. Shellye Sledge, LCSW, CEAP, with considerable experience working with individuals, couples, and families for many years. My education and training include a PhD in Social Work from Norfolk State University, a Master of Social Work in Administration from San Diego State University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Counseling/Psychology from Christian Heritage College in El Cajon, California.
(650) 899-3286 View (650) 899-3286
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Maricela Gomez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Therapy is a journey of personal growth and healing. It takes courage and can be challenging, but you don’t have to embark alone. My hope is that, as your therapist, I can be the holder of hope and a source of support. At the root of my work with clients are genuine empathy and human connection. I strive to provide an accepting and safe space for you to express yourself and process what has brought you into therapy.
Therapy is a journey of personal growth and healing. It takes courage and can be challenging, but you don’t have to embark alone. My hope is that, as your therapist, I can be the holder of hope and a source of support. At the root of my work with clients are genuine empathy and human connection. I strive to provide an accepting and safe space for you to express yourself and process what has brought you into therapy.
(650) 414-3844 View (650) 414-3844
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Alexis Verdusco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303  (Online Only)
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. For me, therapy is about becoming the best version of yourself. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings with all age groups. My approach to therapy will always vary depending on each patient's individual needs however, I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy interventions. Early in my career, I had a supervisor who required me to read from the great Brene Brown.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. For me, therapy is about becoming the best version of yourself. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings with all age groups. My approach to therapy will always vary depending on each patient's individual needs however, I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy interventions. Early in my career, I had a supervisor who required me to read from the great Brene Brown.
(650) 414-4391 View (650) 414-4391
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Jane Akponye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Hello, my name is Dr. Jane Akponye! I hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 129857), a certified Anger Management provider, an EQi-2.0 certified practitioner, and the author of “Children of Divorced Parents”. As a passionate person, I decided to help people find their passions and celebrate life through counseling. Due to perceived stigma, it’s often tough to decide whether to see a therapist when we are worried, stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed with life experiences. I ask you not to struggle through it alone but embrace help.
Hello, my name is Dr. Jane Akponye! I hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 129857), a certified Anger Management provider, an EQi-2.0 certified practitioner, and the author of “Children of Divorced Parents”. As a passionate person, I decided to help people find their passions and celebrate life through counseling. Due to perceived stigma, it’s often tough to decide whether to see a therapist when we are worried, stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed with life experiences. I ask you not to struggle through it alone but embrace help.
(805) 429-8698 View (805) 429-8698
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Venecia Ebneof
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Venecia Ebneof LMFT I am fully licensed as a Marriage family and child therapist in California. I can help by providing tools to assist with coping with adjusting to changes and current stressors. I am an eclectic clinician meaning I use a variety of approaches from CBT, DBT, SFT. My passion is to provide tools for individuals to formulate and reach goals that are important to them. I believe in fostering a therapeutic alliance where one can become their authentic self and live a life of authenticity, vulnerability and abundance.
Venecia Ebneof LMFT I am fully licensed as a Marriage family and child therapist in California. I can help by providing tools to assist with coping with adjusting to changes and current stressors. I am an eclectic clinician meaning I use a variety of approaches from CBT, DBT, SFT. My passion is to provide tools for individuals to formulate and reach goals that are important to them. I believe in fostering a therapeutic alliance where one can become their authentic self and live a life of authenticity, vulnerability and abundance.
(213) 523-3612 View (213) 523-3612
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Maria Herrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Welcome! I am glad that you are here taking a step towards change. I appreciate the opportunity to introduce myself. I am a licensed clinical social worker with almost twenty years of experience. I graduated from the University of Southern California. I have worked in a wide range of areas. I have helped client’s manage and cope with challenging health and emotional issues, as well as life transitions, substance abuse, and relationship problems. As your counselor, I can help you explore, process, and learn ways to cope with life challenges.
Welcome! I am glad that you are here taking a step towards change. I appreciate the opportunity to introduce myself. I am a licensed clinical social worker with almost twenty years of experience. I graduated from the University of Southern California. I have worked in a wide range of areas. I have helped client’s manage and cope with challenging health and emotional issues, as well as life transitions, substance abuse, and relationship problems. As your counselor, I can help you explore, process, and learn ways to cope with life challenges.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Ruby Nieto Padilla
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Hello, my name is Ruby Nieto Padilla. I am a Spanish-speaking, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience with the Latino population and in, particular, in the San Gabriel Valley area. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults/parents, and families that have difficulty maintaining and balancing healthy, loving relationships. Using a positive problem-solving approach and client-centered techniques, I help clients identify the source of their difficulties and assist them in developing effective strategies for change.
Hello, my name is Ruby Nieto Padilla. I am a Spanish-speaking, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience with the Latino population and in, particular, in the San Gabriel Valley area. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults/parents, and families that have difficulty maintaining and balancing healthy, loving relationships. Using a positive problem-solving approach and client-centered techniques, I help clients identify the source of their difficulties and assist them in developing effective strategies for change.
(949) 546-6673 View (949) 546-6673
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Brenda Barba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
I am so glad you are taking the first step in this journey! Now Let me introduce myself. My name is Brenda Barba, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been in the mental health profession for 5 years, but in the field for nearly 10. I enjoy what I do and constantly continue to educate myself to provide the best service to individuals who want to grow, heal, control their emotions, increase self-awareness and confidence, and learn coping skills to reach the best version of themselves. I have worked with a wide range of mental health diagnoses including but not limited to personality disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, anxiety.
I am so glad you are taking the first step in this journey! Now Let me introduce myself. My name is Brenda Barba, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been in the mental health profession for 5 years, but in the field for nearly 10. I enjoy what I do and constantly continue to educate myself to provide the best service to individuals who want to grow, heal, control their emotions, increase self-awareness and confidence, and learn coping skills to reach the best version of themselves. I have worked with a wide range of mental health diagnoses including but not limited to personality disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, anxiety.
(510) 871-8689 View (510) 871-8689
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Dr . Sally Broder, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD, SAP
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Hello, I know seeking out a therapist is a bit intimidating and an important decision. I provide a warm environment, inviting my clients to get acquainted with themselves on a deeper level. In this process, healthy changes can manifest and possibilities that have seemed out of reach can begin to be considered and worked towards. Therapy is now available via Zoom. I particularly like to help clients to help themselves get unstuck from unhealthy patterns as well as getting their energy flowing positively and creatively. Working collaboratively we can identify what is blocking you from getting to where you want to be in your life.
Hello, I know seeking out a therapist is a bit intimidating and an important decision. I provide a warm environment, inviting my clients to get acquainted with themselves on a deeper level. In this process, healthy changes can manifest and possibilities that have seemed out of reach can begin to be considered and worked towards. Therapy is now available via Zoom. I particularly like to help clients to help themselves get unstuck from unhealthy patterns as well as getting their energy flowing positively and creatively. Working collaboratively we can identify what is blocking you from getting to where you want to be in your life.
(415) 226-6132 View (415) 226-6132
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Larry Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in mental health and recovery support for children and adults. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, life transitions, behavior modification, academic challenges, addiction recovery management, and grief & loss support. My professional interests include working with children and adults with a focus on mental health recovery, therapeutic coaching, and those seeking therapeutic guidance and life transitions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) specializing in mental health and recovery support for children and adults. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, life transitions, behavior modification, academic challenges, addiction recovery management, and grief & loss support. My professional interests include working with children and adults with a focus on mental health recovery, therapeutic coaching, and those seeking therapeutic guidance and life transitions.
(626) 790-2359 View (626) 790-2359
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Griselda Garcilazo
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Griselda Garcilazo BA from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and an MS in Counseling with a dual specialization in Clinical Counseling and School Counseling from Loma Linda University. Griselda has worked with complex care patients including ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), Muscular Dystrophy, Parkinson’s, Headache, and Bariatric surgery patients. Griselda specializes in end-of-life, terminal, and progressive diagnoses, chronic health conditions, grief, PTSD, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, crisis intervention, veteran, school counseling, and life transitions for individuals, couples, and families.
Griselda Garcilazo BA from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and an MS in Counseling with a dual specialization in Clinical Counseling and School Counseling from Loma Linda University. Griselda has worked with complex care patients including ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), Muscular Dystrophy, Parkinson’s, Headache, and Bariatric surgery patients. Griselda specializes in end-of-life, terminal, and progressive diagnoses, chronic health conditions, grief, PTSD, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, crisis intervention, veteran, school counseling, and life transitions for individuals, couples, and families.
(650) 977-1143 View (650) 977-1143
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Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
(415) 548-4519 View (415) 548-4519
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Silver Lake Psychology
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
(415) 650-5245 View (415) 650-5245
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Wendy Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Hi, my name is Wendy Thomas a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years experience working in private and public sector including military personal. I specialize in working in the areas of mood disorders, additions, depression, anxiety, relationship communication. My therapeutic approach is holistic employing Evidence Base intervention. Respecting your voice as the poet of your life experiences and the expert in sharing your story. Client centered therapy focuses on individual, family, and couples’ unique needs to build interpersonal strength and process life's lemons into lemonade.
Hi, my name is Wendy Thomas a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years experience working in private and public sector including military personal. I specialize in working in the areas of mood disorders, additions, depression, anxiety, relationship communication. My therapeutic approach is holistic employing Evidence Base intervention. Respecting your voice as the poet of your life experiences and the expert in sharing your story. Client centered therapy focuses on individual, family, and couples’ unique needs to build interpersonal strength and process life's lemons into lemonade.
(323) 458-5241 View (323) 458-5241
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Government Employees Health Association (GEHA) Therapists
GEHA, Government Employees Health Association, provides health insurance benefit plans to federal employees and retirees and their dependents. The company currently offers traditional fee-for-service health plan options with a network of participating providers.