Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

Redwood City, CA 94063

(650) 563-6067

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There’s wisdom in the ways we’ve had to be to survive - it’s important to honor that. Yet at some point, we can move beyond survival and into fuller living. I specialize in working with people who want to know their true selves more deeply, and those who want to break cycles (intergenerational or their own). Particularly trans/nonbinary, LGBTQ+, immigrants/children of immigrants, and BIPOC. I also support parents (especially of LGBTQ+ children or who are LGBTQ+ themselves), as well as men who felt “too sensitive” or had to be “strong” and want to explore a masculinity that’s right for them. I work with college/graduate students

My approach is collaborative - it is crucial to me that you feel understood and supported in our work. I attune to culture, religion, and all parts of who you are. I am direct, yet warm, and use humor when possible. I draw from psychodynamic, feminist theory, and somatic approaches. I have training in DBT and CBT and occasionally use these as well.

Whether you’re figuring out who you truly are or what relationships you want, are tired of being “the strong one,” or want to process past experiences, it would be an honor to work with you. Through our work together, I hope you will deepen your connection to yourself and others and have greater agency and choice in your life.

Call or Email Dr. Sam del Castillo now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 563-6067

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Redwood City, CA 94063

(650) 563-6067

Palo Alto, CA 94306

My website

Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.

I specialize in Transgender, LGBTQ+ and Racial Identity

$290 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (650) 563-6067

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Redwood City, CA 94063

(650) 563-6067

Palo Alto, CA 94306

My website

Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.

I specialize in Transgender, LGBTQ+ and Racial Identity

$290 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $290
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Stanford SHIP
Wellfleet
Out of Network

Sliding scale available, please inquire if cost is prohibitive. Superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement. Now accepting Stanford SHIP (Cardinal Care through Wellfleet insurance) for Stanford students.

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY35496 Samantha Del Castillo

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 2 years

Attended University of California, Santa Barbara, Ph.D., Graduated 2022

Additional Credentials

Degree/Diploma from Stanford University Postdoctoral Fellowship / 2023

I have extensive experience and specialized training in working with adults and young adults with various concerns including anxiety, OCD, depression, identity exploration, relationship issues, and trauma. I am licensed in California. Hablo Espanol.

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Transgender
LGBTQ+
Racial Identity

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
Body Image
Chronic Illness
Depression
Divorce
Eating Disorders
Family Conflict
Grief
Infertility
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I specialize in working with people who want to know themselves more deeply, and those who want to break cycles (intergenerational or their own). Particularly, transgender, LGBTQIA, parents, and men who want to explore who they are without fear of judgment. I also specialize in working with Stanford students (undergraduate and graduate), and women in high achieving careers (tech and STEM fields).

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

3 Endorsements

Madeleine Kannan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Sam offers a supportive healing space guided by intersectional feminism, advanced psychology training, and the wisdom of their own life experiences. Sam's clients benefit immensely from their insightful, liberatory approach to therapy.

Katie Ohene-Gambill

Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. del Castillo will take you to new heights! They offer a warm and inviting therapeutic space in which you will gain insight and grow. From their insightful perspective to their liberation psychology lens, you will be in excellent hands with their care.

Beyond Measure

Psychologist, PhD, PsyD

My team and I always feel confident that clients referred to Dr. del Castillo will receive affirming care and will be treated with compassion, dignity, and respect. Dr. del Castillo brings excellent experience and specialized training in their focus areas.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American ,

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Feminist
Interpersonal
Multicultural
Person-Centered
Psychoanalytic
Psychodynamic
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

My goal is that, through our work, you will feel more connected to yourself, others, and your life. Through our work, we will increase agency and choice in all aspects of your life. I use psychoanalytic/psychodynamic and feminist/liberation approaches. I will ask in-depth questions that guide you to reflect. For issues like OCD and panic attacks, I may include CBT and DBT interventions.

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Groups

Healing Together Through Poetry: BIPOC Women

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Dr. Sam del Castillo

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Location

Primary Location

Redwood City, CA 94063

(650) 563-6067

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My website

Additional Location

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 563-6067

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Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (650) 563-6067

Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.

Dr. Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (650) 563-6067

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