Lorretta J. Abbott
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Let's Connect (650) 399-7388

I work with men and young adults who experience high levels of pressure at work, school, or in their personal lives. Many are high functioning executives, professionals, business owners, college students, or young adults who feel stressed, burned out, anxious, or disconnected, yet have difficulty expressing emotions. Common concerns include work stress, leadership pressure, anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, academic stress, and performance demands. Clients often seek clarity, better stress management, stronger relationships, and practical tools to feel more balanced and in control.
I am a clinical psychologist offering a supportive, practical, and collaborative approach. I specialize in men’s mental health, anxiety, stress, ADHD, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. My work is tailored and evidence-based, helping clients build emotional awareness, coping skills, and lasting strategies for personal and professional growth.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or under constant pressure, therapy can help things feel more manageable. I invite you to reach out if you’re ready to gain clarity, develop effective tools, and create meaningful change in your work, relationships, and daily life.
Call or Email Lorretta J. Abbott now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 399-7388
Let's Connect (650) 399-7388

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Couple Sessions $225
Payment Methods
American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
Lorretta J. Abbott
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 399-7388
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 30463 Lorretta J. Abbott
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended American School of Professional Psychology, Psy.D., Graduated 2015
- Certificate from The National Register of Health Service Psychologists 149678 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Lorretta J. Abbott
Psychologist, PsyD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (650) 399-7388
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Men's Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Emotional Burnout
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Stress Management
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Lorretta J. Abbott
Psychologist, PsyD
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (650) 399-7388
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Lorretta J. Abbott
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (650) 399-7388