Domestic Abuse Therapists in Burlingame, CA
I am a licensed bilingual, bicultural therapist who has been working in the mental health field for over 16 years. I enjoy working with the person who is ready to take that first step to make change. I support them by promoting a safe space in order to begin the therapeutic work. I normally work with individuals and families with multiple siblings. Recently I have been working with couples coming to address relationship challenges: intimacy and infidelity, finances, gambling and addictions, co-parenting and blended families, domestic violence and child abuse, as well as other relationship challenges.
I am a licensed bilingual, bicultural therapist who has been working in the mental health field for over 16 years. I enjoy working with the person who is ready to take that first step to make change. I support them by promoting a safe space in order to begin the therapeutic work. I normally work with individuals and families with multiple siblings. Recently I have been working with couples coming to address relationship challenges: intimacy and infidelity, finances, gambling and addictions, co-parenting and blended families, domestic violence and child abuse, as well as other relationship challenges.
My experience includes: drug/alcohol treatment, trauma, physical/verbal/sexual abuse issues, relationship dynamics with family, couples dynamics, and coparenting.
Therapy means many different things to different people. For some it is a journey of growth, self-awareness, and healing. For others it is necessary for them to survive. For some it is something they are mandated to do, and for many it is something they really want to do. No matter where you fall on this spectrum, I am here to support you through your process. Therapy is about where you are, where you want to go, what you want to explore, and joining you on your experience. I am here to listen, to guide you, focus you, support you and push you when needed.
My experience includes: drug/alcohol treatment, trauma, physical/verbal/sexual abuse issues, relationship dynamics with family, couples dynamics, and coparenting.
Therapy means many different things to different people. For some it is a journey of growth, self-awareness, and healing. For others it is necessary for them to survive. For some it is something they are mandated to do, and for many it is something they really want to do. No matter where you fall on this spectrum, I am here to support you through your process. Therapy is about where you are, where you want to go, what you want to explore, and joining you on your experience. I am here to listen, to guide you, focus you, support you and push you when needed.
Ryann DeSouza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlingame, CA 94010
In addition to preforming psychotherapy, I'm a certified Domestic Violence counselor, Expressive Arts Therapist, Attached by the heart parent educator, and ALA smoking cessation counselor.
Are you struggling with any of the following: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, Autism, hoarding, organizational issues, and parenting issues? I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life when taking the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you on this new journey. I am looking for highly motivated individuals that are ready for the challenge, whom are dedicated and motivated to make a positive change in their life. I believe everyone deserves quality care.
In addition to preforming psychotherapy, I'm a certified Domestic Violence counselor, Expressive Arts Therapist, Attached by the heart parent educator, and ALA smoking cessation counselor.
Are you struggling with any of the following: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, Autism, hoarding, organizational issues, and parenting issues? I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life when taking the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you on this new journey. I am looking for highly motivated individuals that are ready for the challenge, whom are dedicated and motivated to make a positive change in their life. I believe everyone deserves quality care.
I also work with issues related to physical and sexual abuse.
Making the decision to see a therapist is not an easy one, and it often takes a fair amount of courage to do so. For those who decide that therapy is appropriate, the outcome can be positive, bringing them more intimacy and fulfillment. Therapy provides the opportunity to improve communication, reduce stress, anxiety and anger, and improve the most important relationship we have....the one we have with ourselves.
I also work with issues related to physical and sexual abuse.
Making the decision to see a therapist is not an easy one, and it often takes a fair amount of courage to do so. For those who decide that therapy is appropriate, the outcome can be positive, bringing them more intimacy and fulfillment. Therapy provides the opportunity to improve communication, reduce stress, anxiety and anger, and improve the most important relationship we have....the one we have with ourselves.
Soy Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlingame, CA 94010
Waitlist for new clients
Have you experienced abuse (e.g. physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, etc.) in the past and do the impacts of it seem to keep coming up in your relationships today? My name is Soy and I would like to help you find healing from your past. My approach to support you is through relationships--relationship with yourself, with others, and with me. I believe that relationships are at the core of our well-being and I will walk alongside you as we explore, challenge, and navigate strategies in your relationships that no longer serve you, and build on the ones that do, in an open, honest, and curious way.
Have you experienced abuse (e.g. physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, etc.) in the past and do the impacts of it seem to keep coming up in your relationships today? My name is Soy and I would like to help you find healing from your past. My approach to support you is through relationships--relationship with yourself, with others, and with me. I believe that relationships are at the core of our well-being and I will walk alongside you as we explore, challenge, and navigate strategies in your relationships that no longer serve you, and build on the ones that do, in an open, honest, and curious way.
Mariana Tiwari
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ACSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Burlingame, CA 94010
Do your behaviors get in the way of showing up for opportunities and fully enjoying life, loving, working, playing, and feeling joy? Maybe it's been tough to build self-esteem when that little voice whispers "I'm not good enough" or "I can't handle it". Sometimes it can be those nagging feelings of guilt or shame. These challenges are more common than you may think. You are not alone and you don;t have to face it alone either.
Do your behaviors get in the way of showing up for opportunities and fully enjoying life, loving, working, playing, and feeling joy? Maybe it's been tough to build self-esteem when that little voice whispers "I'm not good enough" or "I can't handle it". Sometimes it can be those nagging feelings of guilt or shame. These challenges are more common than you may think. You are not alone and you don;t have to face it alone either.
I am a direct and supportive therapist. I challenge my client's line of thinking and ask for them to be active participants in the therapeutic process. I work well with motivated and honest individuals. I'm a heavy believer in doing the work outside of the session, as well collaborative approach inside of the session. I will hold you accountable for doing and practicing your homework outside of the session, and I'm an active participant in helping you achieve your goals. I'm here to work hard for you, as long you're willing to work hard as well.
I am a direct and supportive therapist. I challenge my client's line of thinking and ask for them to be active participants in the therapeutic process. I work well with motivated and honest individuals. I'm a heavy believer in doing the work outside of the session, as well collaborative approach inside of the session. I will hold you accountable for doing and practicing your homework outside of the session, and I'm an active participant in helping you achieve your goals. I'm here to work hard for you, as long you're willing to work hard as well.
I am a culturally sensitive licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy and psychological testing. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space to help you and/or your child discuss and explore your current and previous stressors and work towards your own personal goals. I have a patient-centered, collaborative and strengths-based approach to treatment and I tailor each session based on your unique goals for treatment. I utilize a blend of relational, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral therapy approaches to treatment. I specialize in both individual (with children, adolescents and adults) and family therapy.
I am a culturally sensitive licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy and psychological testing. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space to help you and/or your child discuss and explore your current and previous stressors and work towards your own personal goals. I have a patient-centered, collaborative and strengths-based approach to treatment and I tailor each session based on your unique goals for treatment. I utilize a blend of relational, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral therapy approaches to treatment. I specialize in both individual (with children, adolescents and adults) and family therapy.
Alyssa Goldsand Brodeur
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlingame, CA 94010
I provide compassionate, results-oriented counseling in either a comfortable office setting, your home, or other therapeutic environments. I have over 20 years of highly specialized psycho therapeutic experience and have helped hundreds of individuals and couples with a wide-range of emotional and relationship challenges. My approach is highly personalized and tailored to each of my clients' individual needs to help them attain the personal growth they're striving for.
I provide compassionate, results-oriented counseling in either a comfortable office setting, your home, or other therapeutic environments. I have over 20 years of highly specialized psycho therapeutic experience and have helped hundreds of individuals and couples with a wide-range of emotional and relationship challenges. My approach is highly personalized and tailored to each of my clients' individual needs to help them attain the personal growth they're striving for.
Robert Gardner Howard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burlingame, CA 94010 (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting clients to learn essential skills which empower them to gain insight, remove depression and anxiety, and have loving, successful relationships. Mine is a solution -oriented approach, focuses on highlighting strengths, removing self-created obstacles, and challenging people to become their best selves. I utilize concepts and tools from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, as well as an eclectic blend of ideas derived from doing psychotherapy for 30 + years. All clients are invited to learn to meditate and most do. All clients are strongly encouraged to do regular exercise.
I specialize in supporting clients to learn essential skills which empower them to gain insight, remove depression and anxiety, and have loving, successful relationships. Mine is a solution -oriented approach, focuses on highlighting strengths, removing self-created obstacles, and challenging people to become their best selves. I utilize concepts and tools from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, as well as an eclectic blend of ideas derived from doing psychotherapy for 30 + years. All clients are invited to learn to meditate and most do. All clients are strongly encouraged to do regular exercise.
"Ease" is not a keyword for our "Bay Area"! My practice is a resource library for real lives. Whether you're highly visible, invisible, or both--you want some life change. You want a hands-on, motivated professional. Stress shouts out. Anxiety, Depression, Panic, Confusion, Conflict, Addictions/Compulsions come forth. You want strategies for sustained change. Or, you want short-term problem-solving for yourself, marriage, family, workteam. My approaches are eclectic, as we define your needs, goals, and choices. You're motivated to start; and I'm honored to be on your whole-person team!
"Ease" is not a keyword for our "Bay Area"! My practice is a resource library for real lives. Whether you're highly visible, invisible, or both--you want some life change. You want a hands-on, motivated professional. Stress shouts out. Anxiety, Depression, Panic, Confusion, Conflict, Addictions/Compulsions come forth. You want strategies for sustained change. Or, you want short-term problem-solving for yourself, marriage, family, workteam. My approaches are eclectic, as we define your needs, goals, and choices. You're motivated to start; and I'm honored to be on your whole-person team!
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Ray of Hope Child Therapy Services Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlingame, CA 94010 (Online Only)
Ray of Hope Child Therapy Services is an outpatient clinic providing psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults and families throughout California. Our mission is to provide services to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. By providing hope, inspiration and a warm supportive environment, we ensure that people reach their wellness goals. We provide a safe place to discuss your thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. Our goal is to assist with exploring a variety of life situations and help provide coping skills to handle them.
Ray of Hope Child Therapy Services is an outpatient clinic providing psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, adults and families throughout California. Our mission is to provide services to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. By providing hope, inspiration and a warm supportive environment, we ensure that people reach their wellness goals. We provide a safe place to discuss your thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. Our goal is to assist with exploring a variety of life situations and help provide coping skills to handle them.
My role is to guide and help you in developing insight, greater satisfaction, and symptom relief. I provide support by discussing your concerns and feelings, and by helping you resolve and move towards your goals, such as fulfillment, belonging, to cope with hardship or to feel 'unstuck'. I guide you in examining your situation, struggles and relationships, facilitating deeper understanding and strengths to make positive shifts. My style is warm, collaborative and engaging. I compassionately promote therapeutic healing, growth & change. For youth, I practice a combo of play, talk and behavioral therapy, parent coaching/support.
My role is to guide and help you in developing insight, greater satisfaction, and symptom relief. I provide support by discussing your concerns and feelings, and by helping you resolve and move towards your goals, such as fulfillment, belonging, to cope with hardship or to feel 'unstuck'. I guide you in examining your situation, struggles and relationships, facilitating deeper understanding and strengths to make positive shifts. My style is warm, collaborative and engaging. I compassionately promote therapeutic healing, growth & change. For youth, I practice a combo of play, talk and behavioral therapy, parent coaching/support.
As we age, our well-being is impacted by various life transitions such as retirement, physical health issues, relocation, and loss of loved ones. I provide assistance in navigating this new territory with a focus on building resilience, supporting personal agency, developing coping skills, and increasing mindfulness. During psychotherapy sessions and care consultations, I offer guidance in the following areas: mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, sleep disorders, grief and loss, living with illness, disability, and chronic pain, planning for retirement and aging, caregiving and care-receiving.
As we age, our well-being is impacted by various life transitions such as retirement, physical health issues, relocation, and loss of loved ones. I provide assistance in navigating this new territory with a focus on building resilience, supporting personal agency, developing coping skills, and increasing mindfulness. During psychotherapy sessions and care consultations, I offer guidance in the following areas: mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, sleep disorders, grief and loss, living with illness, disability, and chronic pain, planning for retirement and aging, caregiving and care-receiving.
Scott Christenson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, JD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlingame, CA 94010
Are you in the middle of a life transition such as a loss, career change, relationship breakup, or spiritual crisis? Are you noticing that you lack motivation? Are you afraid of feelings that seem to appear out of nowhere? I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore all of these questions and to support you in your difficult times. We will also explore ways to be resilient in the face of your struggles.
Are you in the middle of a life transition such as a loss, career change, relationship breakup, or spiritual crisis? Are you noticing that you lack motivation? Are you afraid of feelings that seem to appear out of nowhere? I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore all of these questions and to support you in your difficult times. We will also explore ways to be resilient in the face of your struggles.
I work with families, couples and individuals wanting to improve their lives and relationships through better communication, deeper insight and creative problem solving. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, supportive environment that allows individuals to cope with the stressful situations of live, to resolve difficult relational issues and to work toward personal growth and inner peace. I believe that spirituality and culture are important dimensions of people's lives and need to be respected in the context of therapy.
I work with families, couples and individuals wanting to improve their lives and relationships through better communication, deeper insight and creative problem solving. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, supportive environment that allows individuals to cope with the stressful situations of live, to resolve difficult relational issues and to work toward personal growth and inner peace. I believe that spirituality and culture are important dimensions of people's lives and need to be respected in the context of therapy.
*Virtual Sessions Available* Does your kid or teenager often say NO, I DON’T CARE, or YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND. You see them struggling with anxiety and depression, or risky behaviors such as using drugs, and don’t know what to do. You might also have gifted children or teenagers who are struggling with perfectionism-obsession-procrastination (POP). Are you high functioning and having a stable job but yet have symptoms, feelings, and behaviors that are difficult to explain in the context of your life experiences? Are you often in a relational pattern where you do things out of fear, obligation, and guilt (FOG)?
*Virtual Sessions Available* Does your kid or teenager often say NO, I DON’T CARE, or YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND. You see them struggling with anxiety and depression, or risky behaviors such as using drugs, and don’t know what to do. You might also have gifted children or teenagers who are struggling with perfectionism-obsession-procrastination (POP). Are you high functioning and having a stable job but yet have symptoms, feelings, and behaviors that are difficult to explain in the context of your life experiences? Are you often in a relational pattern where you do things out of fear, obligation, and guilt (FOG)?
I am passionate about helping individuals of every age manage their mental health in ways that are unique to their needs and goals. I use a client-centered approach that empowers the individual to take control of their inner experiences and improve the quality of relationships in a way that is meaningful to them. For 20 years I have been providing therapeutic services to children from birth through adolescence, adults, couples, families, including parent-child psychotherapy and a variety of groups focused on specific mental health issues.
I am passionate about helping individuals of every age manage their mental health in ways that are unique to their needs and goals. I use a client-centered approach that empowers the individual to take control of their inner experiences and improve the quality of relationships in a way that is meaningful to them. For 20 years I have been providing therapeutic services to children from birth through adolescence, adults, couples, families, including parent-child psychotherapy and a variety of groups focused on specific mental health issues.
Brenda Joe-Matsuo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlingame, CA 94010
We often have good intentions to take care of ourselves, but too often, we put ourselves last. There will never be a perfect time to start, but now is the time to make an investment in yourself for a happier future. Maybe you're depressed, anxious or unhappy about your relationship, work or life. Don't delay your chance for a happier life. Learn ways to manage stress and your mental health. Call me for a free brief phone consult to find out if I am the right therapist for you.
We often have good intentions to take care of ourselves, but too often, we put ourselves last. There will never be a perfect time to start, but now is the time to make an investment in yourself for a happier future. Maybe you're depressed, anxious or unhappy about your relationship, work or life. Don't delay your chance for a happier life. Learn ways to manage stress and your mental health. Call me for a free brief phone consult to find out if I am the right therapist for you.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.