Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

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Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

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2 Endorsed

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Available both in-person and online

3182 Campus Drive Unit 508 San Mateo, CA 94403

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You deserve to feel understood. Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, depression, a major life transition, or the emotional shifts of pregnancy and the postpartum period. I see young adults, adults, and older adults, and I especially love supporting young women as they process their feelings and rebuild a sense of well-being. As the daughter of Nepalese immigrants, I bring a personal understanding of culture, identity, and belonging to our work together.

With over a decade of experience and a doctorate in clinical psychology, I draw on cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, interpersonal, and mindfulness-based approaches, tailored to you. I offer telehealth across California and am accepting new patients. Taking the first step is hard, and I'd be honored to take it with you. Reach out today.

Starting therapy can feel daunting, but you don't have to sort it out alone. Whether it's anxiety, a big life change, or the shifts of new parenthood, I'll meet you with warmth and without judgment. When you're ready, I'd be glad to walk alongside you.

Call or Email Pooja Amatya now for a free 15 minute consultation - (628) 204-3449

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lean Medical

3182 Campus Drive

Unit 508

San Mateo, CA 94403 map

(628) 204-3449

Lean Medical

2001 Addison Street

Suite 300

Berkeley, CA 94704 map

My website

I offer in-person and online sessions and I'm currently accepting new adult clients.

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (628) 204-3449

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lean Medical

3182 Campus Drive

Unit 508

San Mateo, CA 94403 map

(628) 204-3449

Lean Medical

2001 Addison Street

Suite 300

Berkeley, CA 94704 map

My website

I offer in-person and online sessions and I'm currently accepting new adult clients.

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $250

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Shield
Cigna and Evernorth
Cigna EAP

I'm in-network with Cigna, Aetna, and Blue Shield of California, so many clients pay only their usual copay. I also welcome private-pay clients. If you have questions about coverage or cost, reach out and we're happy to talk it through.

Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 204-3449

Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 204-3449

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 30268 Pooja Amatya

I'm a licensed clinical psychologist (PsyD) offering warm, evidence-based care for adults and older adults. My work draws on CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches, with special focus on women's mental health, life transitions, and the perinatal period.

Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 204-3449

Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 204-3449

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Self Esteem
Stress
Women's Issues

I help adults and older adults work through anxiety, depression, and stress, along with self-esteem, major life transitions, and women's issues. I offer warm, culturally attuned care. My approach draws on CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy, tailored to your goals.

Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 204-3449

Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 204-3449

2 Endorsements

Marie Sara Yap

Psychologist, PsyD

Pooja is one of my most trusted colleagues. She's especially strong with young women navigating anxiety, depression, and major life changes, and her perinatal and postpartum work is excellent. She brings genuine cultural understanding and real warmth.

Mary Tagle

Psychologist, PsyD

Pooja is a warm, skilled psychologist I gladly refer to for anxiety, life transitions, and the shifts of pregnancy and postpartum. She has a real gift for supporting women as they rebuild well-being, and her care is patient and free of judgment.

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Pooja Amatya

Psychologist, PsyD