Female Therapists in Gilroy, CA
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Ana Morante
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
Gilroy, CA 95020 (Online Only)
Life can be filled with struggles and challenges. Looking for support during those moments is a sign of courage and strength.
Life can be filled with struggles and challenges. Looking for support during those moments is a sign of courage and strength.
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Veronica Waters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020 (Online Only)
Do you feel like past wounds are preventing you from moving forward? Perhaps you have a difficult time understanding why you continue to repeat unhealthy behaviors or feel ashamed for not living up to your own or others' expectations. You probably feel a mixture of emotions: motivated to change, but afraid of feeling uncomfortable and vulnerable. Maybe you doubt your ability to change or question if talking about painful issues can actually help you feel better. Having these thoughts and feelings is a normal part of the growth process.
Do you feel like past wounds are preventing you from moving forward? Perhaps you have a difficult time understanding why you continue to repeat unhealthy behaviors or feel ashamed for not living up to your own or others' expectations. You probably feel a mixture of emotions: motivated to change, but afraid of feeling uncomfortable and vulnerable. Maybe you doubt your ability to change or question if talking about painful issues can actually help you feel better. Having these thoughts and feelings is a normal part of the growth process.
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Hello, I am Theresa Dinkins a Licensed Marriage Family Child Therapist based in the Bay Area and working with clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. I with a diverse population of clients toward helping them find resources and clarity on their issues. My primary approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy depending on the client's needs and presenting problem along with a variety of other therapeutic theories available to reach resolve for the client. I assist them in understanding and navigating the speed bumps of life.
Hello, I am Theresa Dinkins a Licensed Marriage Family Child Therapist based in the Bay Area and working with clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. I with a diverse population of clients toward helping them find resources and clarity on their issues. My primary approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy depending on the client's needs and presenting problem along with a variety of other therapeutic theories available to reach resolve for the client. I assist them in understanding and navigating the speed bumps of life.
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Leanne Oberst
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, ICST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020
I work with women, children, teens, and couples. I know that life is challenging and sometimes you need someone to come alongside you to help you learn to navigate the storms that life can bring. I help clients mend the wounds of the past, develop positive coping skills, and engage in stronger relationships.
I work with women, children, teens, and couples. I know that life is challenging and sometimes you need someone to come alongside you to help you learn to navigate the storms that life can bring. I help clients mend the wounds of the past, develop positive coping skills, and engage in stronger relationships.
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It takes courage to reach out to find a therapist! My therapy approach involves creating an alliance where you (the client) bring your own experience, emotions, and strengths, and I bring my academic background (PhD with an emphasis in trauma and PTSD) with many years of therapy training and experience to the table, and together we work toward understanding the challenges that you face, improving symptoms, and building resilience.
It takes courage to reach out to find a therapist! My therapy approach involves creating an alliance where you (the client) bring your own experience, emotions, and strengths, and I bring my academic background (PhD with an emphasis in trauma and PTSD) with many years of therapy training and experience to the table, and together we work toward understanding the challenges that you face, improving symptoms, and building resilience.
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Christian Counseling Tiffany Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020
Guiding women in developing wholeness, rejuvenation, and hope. Doing life can be hard and at times, numbing, chaotic, hopeless, draining, and overdone. This is where I’d like to meet you, to help reignite your passion for life again, exploring your strengths, and listening to your needs with care. I believe each woman can create their own rhythm of life that feels balanced, authentic, and healing. My specialities are in the following areas; life-transitions, co-dependency, motherhood, postpartum, adulthood, anxiety, depression, and parenting.
Guiding women in developing wholeness, rejuvenation, and hope. Doing life can be hard and at times, numbing, chaotic, hopeless, draining, and overdone. This is where I’d like to meet you, to help reignite your passion for life again, exploring your strengths, and listening to your needs with care. I believe each woman can create their own rhythm of life that feels balanced, authentic, and healing. My specialities are in the following areas; life-transitions, co-dependency, motherhood, postpartum, adulthood, anxiety, depression, and parenting.
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Hi, my name is Jessi Aikens, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy is to guide you in developing the skills to manage stress and difficult emotions. My goal is to provide help, hope, and understanding in a warm and accepting environment. I have experience working with families and individuals of all ages and diverse populations. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, familial/relationship issues, life stressors, trauma-related issues, and parenting.
Hi, my name is Jessi Aikens, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy is to guide you in developing the skills to manage stress and difficult emotions. My goal is to provide help, hope, and understanding in a warm and accepting environment. I have experience working with families and individuals of all ages and diverse populations. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, familial/relationship issues, life stressors, trauma-related issues, and parenting.
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Janneke Margaret Jobsis-Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020 (Online Only)
When you, or your family are ready for change (or wish you were ready for change), I would like to provide psychotherapy assistance to you with compassion and motivation. Many clients seek me out due to my background with EMDR, trauma resolution, PTSD, couples counseling, personal growth, life transitions, 12 Step Recovery, anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship challenges. Trauma resolution is my greatest interest, and I am still amazed at how fragile/yet strong each of us are. I emphasize a whole person approach which includes: recommending support groups, spiritual growth, coping & restructuring feelings and thoughts.
When you, or your family are ready for change (or wish you were ready for change), I would like to provide psychotherapy assistance to you with compassion and motivation. Many clients seek me out due to my background with EMDR, trauma resolution, PTSD, couples counseling, personal growth, life transitions, 12 Step Recovery, anxiety, depression, parenting and relationship challenges. Trauma resolution is my greatest interest, and I am still amazed at how fragile/yet strong each of us are. I emphasize a whole person approach which includes: recommending support groups, spiritual growth, coping & restructuring feelings and thoughts.
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The majority of my work as a psychologist has been with children, teens, and young adults. I enjoy collaborating with youth on taking control of their mental health and becoming their ideal self by embracing their strengths and learning new skills. Whether it’s addressing mood issues, trauma, or assessing ADHD and/or ASD-related challenges, I offer a safe space that is conducive to transformation and a deeper understanding of the self.
The majority of my work as a psychologist has been with children, teens, and young adults. I enjoy collaborating with youth on taking control of their mental health and becoming their ideal self by embracing their strengths and learning new skills. Whether it’s addressing mood issues, trauma, or assessing ADHD and/or ASD-related challenges, I offer a safe space that is conducive to transformation and a deeper understanding of the self.
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Stephanie N. Williams
Psychologist, MA, MS, PhD
Verified Verified
Gilroy, CA 95020
Waitlist for new clients
***** Dr. Williams is only accepting referrals for psychological assessment and evaluation***** Dr. Williams is the clinical director of Integrated Psychological Assessment Services (IPAS). She helps clients Improve their quality of life through insight-oriented and skill-building psychotherapy. Clinicians at IPAS value your unique experiences and your cultural identities. We focus on the connection between what you think, feel and do, and how changes can improve a persons life. While IPAS is a diverse practice, Dr. Williams' specializes in the change of life, work-life balance, and career transitions.
***** Dr. Williams is only accepting referrals for psychological assessment and evaluation***** Dr. Williams is the clinical director of Integrated Psychological Assessment Services (IPAS). She helps clients Improve their quality of life through insight-oriented and skill-building psychotherapy. Clinicians at IPAS value your unique experiences and your cultural identities. We focus on the connection between what you think, feel and do, and how changes can improve a persons life. While IPAS is a diverse practice, Dr. Williams' specializes in the change of life, work-life balance, and career transitions.
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There are times when life hurts and help is needed. When experiencing pain you want help to rise above the challenges of life and move forward. Sheri Russell is here to help you through those difficult challenges, whether it be trauma, depression, anxiety, or relational issues.
There are times when life hurts and help is needed. When experiencing pain you want help to rise above the challenges of life and move forward. Sheri Russell is here to help you through those difficult challenges, whether it be trauma, depression, anxiety, or relational issues.
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Renee Bynum
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020 (Online Only)
Are you grappling with the overwhelming pressures of daily life, work commitments, and family duties? Struggling to heal from the aftermath of a divorce, childhood trauma, or unexpected distressing events? Do you feel trapped in a cycle of fears and anxieties, finding it difficult to break free? Despite your best efforts, seeking relief may feel like an uphill battle. Feeling isolated in your constant state of sadness, anxiety, and overwhelm, with nobody truly understanding your struggle, can be draining. Don't you deserve to find peace and feel better?
Are you grappling with the overwhelming pressures of daily life, work commitments, and family duties? Struggling to heal from the aftermath of a divorce, childhood trauma, or unexpected distressing events? Do you feel trapped in a cycle of fears and anxieties, finding it difficult to break free? Despite your best efforts, seeking relief may feel like an uphill battle. Feeling isolated in your constant state of sadness, anxiety, and overwhelm, with nobody truly understanding your struggle, can be draining. Don't you deserve to find peace and feel better?
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Ashley Marlo-Monique Meeks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020
I have worked with children, adolescents, and young adults ranging in various ages. I worked as a Behavioral Therapist, and Developmental Specialist for 5 years prior to receiving my degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am passionate about helping families, children, and adolescents build positive communication and healthy boundaries. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, behavior needs (among many other things).
I have worked with children, adolescents, and young adults ranging in various ages. I worked as a Behavioral Therapist, and Developmental Specialist for 5 years prior to receiving my degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am passionate about helping families, children, and adolescents build positive communication and healthy boundaries. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, behavior needs (among many other things).
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Pamela’s areas of interest are serious mental illness, chronic pain, trauma, existentialism, relationship and interpersonal skills, multicultural diversity, assessments, and forensic psychology. Pamela’s therapeutic goal is to help clients find balance, meaning, and purpose. She seeks to assist clients in achieving a new normal of safety, stability, and confidence in all areas of their lives. She is passionate about the human mind and exploring nature and nurture in human behavior. On a personal note, Pamela enjoys painting and spending time with her husband and cats, Niles and Wally.
Pamela’s areas of interest are serious mental illness, chronic pain, trauma, existentialism, relationship and interpersonal skills, multicultural diversity, assessments, and forensic psychology. Pamela’s therapeutic goal is to help clients find balance, meaning, and purpose. She seeks to assist clients in achieving a new normal of safety, stability, and confidence in all areas of their lives. She is passionate about the human mind and exploring nature and nurture in human behavior. On a personal note, Pamela enjoys painting and spending time with her husband and cats, Niles and Wally.
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Katki Molloy Windsor LMFT ATR
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilroy, CA 95020
I enjoy working with a variety of populations; children, families, couples, adolescents, and geriatric population. I am culturally diverse, and I am bilingual Spanish speaking and I enjoy meeting and hearing people's stories. I use art as a form of expression to allow people to express themselves when words are hard to access. I have many years experience working with children 0-5 and I have an Infant Mental Health Certificate from Santa Clara County. I recently got trained in EMDR (Eye Movement) processing. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe trusting empathetic environment and to empower people to solve your own problems.
I enjoy working with a variety of populations; children, families, couples, adolescents, and geriatric population. I am culturally diverse, and I am bilingual Spanish speaking and I enjoy meeting and hearing people's stories. I use art as a form of expression to allow people to express themselves when words are hard to access. I have many years experience working with children 0-5 and I have an Infant Mental Health Certificate from Santa Clara County. I recently got trained in EMDR (Eye Movement) processing. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe trusting empathetic environment and to empower people to solve your own problems.
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Finding the right therapist can be scary, so I'm glad you're here! Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals, children, and families navigate life’s challenges. I see health in a holistic way, where there are many pieces to what make up our whole well-being. Mental health is one part of that whole, and my hope for you is that we can partner together to get you the support you need to reach your goals in a compassionate way.
Finding the right therapist can be scary, so I'm glad you're here! Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping individuals, children, and families navigate life’s challenges. I see health in a holistic way, where there are many pieces to what make up our whole well-being. Mental health is one part of that whole, and my hope for you is that we can partner together to get you the support you need to reach your goals in a compassionate way.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and anxiety/depression. I have experience in working with children, adults, and families. My primary focus has been on dealing with anxiety and depression-related disorders. I have provided services for traditionally underserved and culturally diverse populations. I have assisted clients in managing symptoms and in building healthier coping skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and anxiety/depression. I have experience in working with children, adults, and families. My primary focus has been on dealing with anxiety and depression-related disorders. I have provided services for traditionally underserved and culturally diverse populations. I have assisted clients in managing symptoms and in building healthier coping skills.
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Welcome! My name is Alyson Sandoval and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I believe therapy is a place for everyone and I love helping others work towards growth and change. I have many years of experience working with teens and adults on life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem and other common areas of struggle. much of my experience has been working with teens and young adults and often work through struggles like anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relational conflict, and trauma.
Welcome! My name is Alyson Sandoval and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I believe therapy is a place for everyone and I love helping others work towards growth and change. I have many years of experience working with teens and adults on life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem and other common areas of struggle. much of my experience has been working with teens and young adults and often work through struggles like anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relational conflict, and trauma.
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I am so glad you are here. My name is Glennys Rodriguez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Oahu, currently working with clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. I use a strength-based approach to work with individuals and couples to support the treatment of anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and relationship issues.
I am so glad you are here. My name is Glennys Rodriguez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Oahu, currently working with clients throughout the state of California via telehealth. I use a strength-based approach to work with individuals and couples to support the treatment of anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and relationship issues.
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This is my offering for you. The conversations that happen in this space and time together is your offering to yourself.
This is my offering for you. The conversations that happen in this space and time together is your offering to yourself.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.