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Jamie Stern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
(408) 351-8421 View (408) 351-8421
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Elizabeth Huck
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, DBT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95129
I also specialize in family/relationship issues, sexual abuse, religious trauma, dissociation, psychosis, and the physical symptoms of chronic nervous system dysregulation from trauma/ anxiety.
The toll of trauma, stress, anxiety, & depression builds over time, things that once seemed manageable turn into a life that's not our own, because we're stuck in survival mode. It's exhausting. As a therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you to safely navigate your inner landscape and put pieces together so you can uncover your unique abilities and create a mental health toolkit that will carry you through a lifetime. I am here to support you in working through unresolved feelings and conflicts and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.
I also specialize in family/relationship issues, sexual abuse, religious trauma, dissociation, psychosis, and the physical symptoms of chronic nervous system dysregulation from trauma/ anxiety.
The toll of trauma, stress, anxiety, & depression builds over time, things that once seemed manageable turn into a life that's not our own, because we're stuck in survival mode. It's exhausting. As a therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you to safely navigate your inner landscape and put pieces together so you can uncover your unique abilities and create a mental health toolkit that will carry you through a lifetime. I am here to support you in working through unresolved feelings and conflicts and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.
(650) 613-5288 View (650) 613-5288
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Minagrace Knox
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95124
Struggling with anxiety that's only getting worse? Have you experienced trauma you know needs your attention, but don’t know where to start? Are you always the "responsible one"- putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own? Having a hard time in a close relationship and looking for sound guidance to help you through it? Do you have a teen struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, and/or peer issues? Have you experienced a big loss and feel isolated in your grief? If you can relate to any of these situation, I may be the therapist to help you.
Struggling with anxiety that's only getting worse? Have you experienced trauma you know needs your attention, but don’t know where to start? Are you always the "responsible one"- putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own? Having a hard time in a close relationship and looking for sound guidance to help you through it? Do you have a teen struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, and/or peer issues? Have you experienced a big loss and feel isolated in your grief? If you can relate to any of these situation, I may be the therapist to help you.
(408) 872-8128 View (408) 872-8128
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Sylvie Stein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95101
Hi there! My name's Sylvie and my pronouns are she/her and they/them. As a therapist, I am tender with people, tough on systems, and committed to our collective liberation. I've been a mental health worker for over eight years in schools, at a crisis center, and as a family therapist. I'm particularly experienced in and passionate about working with trauma in its many forms, and partnering with you to transform harm into what serves you, your beloved relationships, and the world you want to see. I offer individual counseling with youth and adults and relationship counseling with loved ones of all kinds.
Hi there! My name's Sylvie and my pronouns are she/her and they/them. As a therapist, I am tender with people, tough on systems, and committed to our collective liberation. I've been a mental health worker for over eight years in schools, at a crisis center, and as a family therapist. I'm particularly experienced in and passionate about working with trauma in its many forms, and partnering with you to transform harm into what serves you, your beloved relationships, and the world you want to see. I offer individual counseling with youth and adults and relationship counseling with loved ones of all kinds.
(408) 766-2985 View (408) 766-2985
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Leslie Krusinski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95111  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Do you wonder why you keep making the same mistakes? Have you felt like the family you grew up in possibly (or definitely) has something to do with why you keep acting this way? Do you just want to figure out what in the world is going on? You’re not alone; Leslie Krusinski works with individuals who wrestle with these questions. She is focused on helping others work through relationship issues, personal growth, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem. Leslie has experience working with teens, adults, couples and families of various ethnicities and cultures for a variety of reasons.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you wonder why you keep making the same mistakes? Have you felt like the family you grew up in possibly (or definitely) has something to do with why you keep acting this way? Do you just want to figure out what in the world is going on? You’re not alone; Leslie Krusinski works with individuals who wrestle with these questions. She is focused on helping others work through relationship issues, personal growth, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem. Leslie has experience working with teens, adults, couples and families of various ethnicities and cultures for a variety of reasons.
(669) 271-7602 View (669) 271-7602
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Jingyi Chen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95131  (Online Only)
You don’t understand why your family causes you so many sleepless nights. You need someone to talk to but feel shame bringing up family issues or you don’t know where to start. You try to please everyone but you end up being the unhappy one. You cut off toxic family relationships but this leaves you feeling guilt, loneliness, and resentment. To prove yourself, you work hard and sometimes overcompensate. Past unresolved issues consume your energy, make you question yourself, and become hesitant to try a new relationship. You don’t want to be your parents but you don’t know how not to. You doubt if you can live a different life.
You don’t understand why your family causes you so many sleepless nights. You need someone to talk to but feel shame bringing up family issues or you don’t know where to start. You try to please everyone but you end up being the unhappy one. You cut off toxic family relationships but this leaves you feeling guilt, loneliness, and resentment. To prove yourself, you work hard and sometimes overcompensate. Past unresolved issues consume your energy, make you question yourself, and become hesitant to try a new relationship. You don’t want to be your parents but you don’t know how not to. You doubt if you can live a different life.
(408) 547-9018 View (408) 547-9018
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Samantha Arreola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95126  (Online Only)
A lot of my clients see me after being in an unhealthy romantic relationship that depleted them of their energy, made them question their reality and themselves, which led to confusion and self-doubt.
Samantha provides treatment for adults dealing with PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, issues with attachment, childhood trauma, and relational issues. Samantha Arreola is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in supporting clients through past trauma, specifically childhood trauma in order to foster healthier romantic, social, and familial relationships. I help people get unstuck from their negative thought patterns and behaviors, and work toward unapologetically loving themselves and their lives.
A lot of my clients see me after being in an unhealthy romantic relationship that depleted them of their energy, made them question their reality and themselves, which led to confusion and self-doubt.
Samantha provides treatment for adults dealing with PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, issues with attachment, childhood trauma, and relational issues. Samantha Arreola is a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in supporting clients through past trauma, specifically childhood trauma in order to foster healthier romantic, social, and familial relationships. I help people get unstuck from their negative thought patterns and behaviors, and work toward unapologetically loving themselves and their lives.
(559) 272-6097 View (559) 272-6097
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Elizabeth Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95123
Welcome! My name is Elizabeth Davis, and I am licensed in CA. Therapy is considered a partnership. I am here to help guide and support you through times in life where you may be struggling with stress/anxiety, depression, parenthood, family issues, career/entrepreneurship, money/finances, trauma, self-love and relationships. I have familiarity working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, parenting issues, pregnancy/parenting related and relationship issues. CBT, DBT, positive psychology, brainspotting, solution focused, holistic and client centered.
Welcome! My name is Elizabeth Davis, and I am licensed in CA. Therapy is considered a partnership. I am here to help guide and support you through times in life where you may be struggling with stress/anxiety, depression, parenthood, family issues, career/entrepreneurship, money/finances, trauma, self-love and relationships. I have familiarity working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, parenting issues, pregnancy/parenting related and relationship issues. CBT, DBT, positive psychology, brainspotting, solution focused, holistic and client centered.
(408) 809-9743 View (408) 809-9743
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Kamal Ahmed
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95119  (Online Only)
I support men struggling with anxiety and relationship issues.
Hello, I specialize in working with the following: Teen/Young Adult Issues- I help teens/young adults learn valuable skills that help them make sense of their thoughts, feelings, and values; this helps them be better equipped and empowered to make better decisions in their relationships, school, and work. Counseling with me can help teens and young adults build their confidence, bounce back from setbacks, focus on their goals, manage stress, and have healthy relationships.
I support men struggling with anxiety and relationship issues.
Hello, I specialize in working with the following: Teen/Young Adult Issues- I help teens/young adults learn valuable skills that help them make sense of their thoughts, feelings, and values; this helps them be better equipped and empowered to make better decisions in their relationships, school, and work. Counseling with me can help teens and young adults build their confidence, bounce back from setbacks, focus on their goals, manage stress, and have healthy relationships.
(510) 674-0481 View (510) 674-0481
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Kellie Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95136
Hi, my name is Kellie Price and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about helping others work through life challenges. I have many years of clinical experience in working with individuals and families experiencing an array of life events. My approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, meeting a client where they are at. Building rapport and trust is essential to a good therapeutic relationship. I like to provide homework to my clients as appropriate to encourage the work outside of sessions. I also have experience in crisis intervention.
Hi, my name is Kellie Price and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am passionate about helping others work through life challenges. I have many years of clinical experience in working with individuals and families experiencing an array of life events. My approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, meeting a client where they are at. Building rapport and trust is essential to a good therapeutic relationship. I like to provide homework to my clients as appropriate to encourage the work outside of sessions. I also have experience in crisis intervention.
(831) 744-7685 View (831) 744-7685
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Akshay Naresh
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95128  (Online Only)
Dr. Akshay Naresh is a clinical psychologist and has worked with patients across the lifespan in various contexts including community mental health clinics, hospitals, and educational facilities (secondary, community colleges, & universities). He has experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, body image issues, eating disorders, relationship issues, gender and sexual identity, and multi-cultural issues. He uses an integrative approach to create a space for meaningful life changes by helping patients develop self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-awareness.
Dr. Akshay Naresh is a clinical psychologist and has worked with patients across the lifespan in various contexts including community mental health clinics, hospitals, and educational facilities (secondary, community colleges, & universities). He has experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, body image issues, eating disorders, relationship issues, gender and sexual identity, and multi-cultural issues. He uses an integrative approach to create a space for meaningful life changes by helping patients develop self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-awareness.
(341) 444-3852 View (341) 444-3852
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Jenny Mayhew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95129
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or an eating disorder? Have you experienced a recent or prior trauma or traumas that negatively impact your life? Does your child or adolescent struggle with these issues? Are you or a loved one struggling to cope with a life change or loss? All of these conditions are painful and deserve time and attention. In the context of an honest, compassionate relationship, I am here to empower you and/or your adolescent to move beyond burdensome behaviors and thoughts so that you can live life to the fullest. My approach is interactive, collaborative and practical.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or an eating disorder? Have you experienced a recent or prior trauma or traumas that negatively impact your life? Does your child or adolescent struggle with these issues? Are you or a loved one struggling to cope with a life change or loss? All of these conditions are painful and deserve time and attention. In the context of an honest, compassionate relationship, I am here to empower you and/or your adolescent to move beyond burdensome behaviors and thoughts so that you can live life to the fullest. My approach is interactive, collaborative and practical.
(408) 750-0005 View (408) 750-0005
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Penny Mahood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, #101598
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95120
Are you struggling with a transition, experiencing the loss of a loved one or a relationship, or perhaps have lost touch with your own sense of joy and vibrancy? Therapy can help to bring you to a new place of understanding, perspective, inspiration and purpose. I am passionate about supporting individuals to create and live authentic, heart-centered lives.
Are you struggling with a transition, experiencing the loss of a loved one or a relationship, or perhaps have lost touch with your own sense of joy and vibrancy? Therapy can help to bring you to a new place of understanding, perspective, inspiration and purpose. I am passionate about supporting individuals to create and live authentic, heart-centered lives.
(408) 717-4407 View (408) 717-4407
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Barbara (Blaze) Lazarony
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, CHT, CTC, CNSC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124  (Online Only)
My goal is always to empower my clients to strengthen their bond within their unique relationship dynamic.
Are you in a neurodiverse relationship and feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling to find ways to communicate effectively with your partner and feel as though things are quickly slipping away? You're not alone - many couples find themselves in this exact situation. I understand the complexities of these relationships and can help develop strategies tailored specifically for you and your partner to create a more meaningful and positive connection. With my experience and expertise as a couples therapist and coach, I can help you find a way to bridge the divide between you two.
My goal is always to empower my clients to strengthen their bond within their unique relationship dynamic.
Are you in a neurodiverse relationship and feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling to find ways to communicate effectively with your partner and feel as though things are quickly slipping away? You're not alone - many couples find themselves in this exact situation. I understand the complexities of these relationships and can help develop strategies tailored specifically for you and your partner to create a more meaningful and positive connection. With my experience and expertise as a couples therapist and coach, I can help you find a way to bridge the divide between you two.
(707) 400-5346 View (707) 400-5346
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Kevin Moody
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95124
I place a high value on building a trustworthy collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist who uses a strength-based approach rooted in authenticity, compassion, and understanding. My approach is informed by Attachment Theory, Family Systems Theory, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. These theories guide me to help clients get unstuck from problematic relational patterns, nurture secure attachment bonds, develop more satisfying relationships, and work through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy working with a variety of concerns including relational distress in families & couples, emotional & behavioral issues in children & adolescents & healing from past trauma.
I place a high value on building a trustworthy collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist who uses a strength-based approach rooted in authenticity, compassion, and understanding. My approach is informed by Attachment Theory, Family Systems Theory, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. These theories guide me to help clients get unstuck from problematic relational patterns, nurture secure attachment bonds, develop more satisfying relationships, and work through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy working with a variety of concerns including relational distress in families & couples, emotional & behavioral issues in children & adolescents & healing from past trauma.
(650) 435-7931 View (650) 435-7931
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Erika Garcia Rangel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
I support individuals struggling with difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues utilizing evidence-based approaches: EMDR, DBT, CBT and internal family systems (IFS).
Finding a therapist you trust is a challenge and scheduling your first session takes courage. You’ve taken the first step toward healing and personal growth. I’m offering you a safe, nurturing and accepting place to freely express your feelings, thoughts and experiences. My vocation is to guide and support individuals like yourself to better understand themselves at a deeper level through the transformative power of compassion and empathy. With commitment to therapy, we will explore your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, addressing behavioral and emotional issues that are potentially holding you back.
I support individuals struggling with difficult life transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues utilizing evidence-based approaches: EMDR, DBT, CBT and internal family systems (IFS).
Finding a therapist you trust is a challenge and scheduling your first session takes courage. You’ve taken the first step toward healing and personal growth. I’m offering you a safe, nurturing and accepting place to freely express your feelings, thoughts and experiences. My vocation is to guide and support individuals like yourself to better understand themselves at a deeper level through the transformative power of compassion and empathy. With commitment to therapy, we will explore your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others, addressing behavioral and emotional issues that are potentially holding you back.
(650) 360-9342 View (650) 360-9342
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Bernadet Yaghobian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95116
My name is Bernadet Yaghobian. and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I like to use an integrative approach focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Codependency, Addiction, Anger Management, Narcissistic Abuse, Grief, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Divorce, Stress, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Women's issues, and Spirituality.
My name is Bernadet Yaghobian. and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I like to use an integrative approach focusing on the mind, body, and spirit. I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, Codependency, Addiction, Anger Management, Narcissistic Abuse, Grief, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Divorce, Stress, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Women's issues, and Spirituality.
(909) 610-1193 View (909) 610-1193
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Adam Christopher Markle
Marriage & Family Therapist, CA LMFT, 122790
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95106  (Online Only)
Whether you're facing challenges such as managing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, I am here to provide support and guidance every step of the way.
Welcome! I'm Adam Markle, a licensed MFT dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from various modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Brainspotting, and mindfulness techniques. I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs and preferences, empowering you to make meaningful change.
Whether you're facing challenges such as managing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, I am here to provide support and guidance every step of the way.
Welcome! I'm Adam Markle, a licensed MFT dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey towards mental and emotional well-being. I bring a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from various modalities including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), Brainspotting, and mindfulness techniques. I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs and preferences, empowering you to make meaningful change.
(619) 292-0757 View (619) 292-0757
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Alysia St. Clair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95101
Alysia is a warm, compassionate, caring clinician who provides a calm safe environment to work through life's challenges. Alysia has extensive experience working with a variety of populations including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma. She uses Evidenced-Based Practices including mindfulness, DBT, EMDR, and CBT to help clients work through struggles. She is an expert on addiction and trauma based interventions. Alysia is certified as an Advanced Mindfulness Practitioner. She is genuinely compassionate and engages deeply with her clients.
Alysia is a warm, compassionate, caring clinician who provides a calm safe environment to work through life's challenges. Alysia has extensive experience working with a variety of populations including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma. She uses Evidenced-Based Practices including mindfulness, DBT, EMDR, and CBT to help clients work through struggles. She is an expert on addiction and trauma based interventions. Alysia is certified as an Advanced Mindfulness Practitioner. She is genuinely compassionate and engages deeply with her clients.
(310) 361-4164 View (310) 361-4164
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Monica Borschel
PhD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95106
So, whether you are struggling with relationship issues, divorce, abuse, attachment traumas, or other challenges, I am here to help you find the peace and comfort you deserve.
I am a coach, not a licensed therapist. Divorce and attachment traumas can leave a lasting impact on one’s life, making it difficult to move forward and create a bright future. However, with the proper support and guidance, overcoming these obstacles and emerging stronger than ever is possible. That’s where I come in as an Attachment and Divorce Recovery Coach. With almost 15 years of experience studying the effects of abuse, loss, and unhealthy relationships, I bring knowledge and expertise to every coaching session.
So, whether you are struggling with relationship issues, divorce, abuse, attachment traumas, or other challenges, I am here to help you find the peace and comfort you deserve.
I am a coach, not a licensed therapist. Divorce and attachment traumas can leave a lasting impact on one’s life, making it difficult to move forward and create a bright future. However, with the proper support and guidance, overcoming these obstacles and emerging stronger than ever is possible. That’s where I come in as an Attachment and Divorce Recovery Coach. With almost 15 years of experience studying the effects of abuse, loss, and unhealthy relationships, I bring knowledge and expertise to every coaching session.
(909) 655-5802 View (909) 655-5802

Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.