Parenting Therapists in Los Altos Hills, CA

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Art Therapist, I offer a genuine and non judgmental approach to helping individuals who are seeking to improve their relational and emotional well being. My experience includes working with adults, couples, adolescents, and school aged children.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience providing individual, couples, and family therapy. I enjoy working with adult clients who are seeking to create healthier relationships or those seeking support in coping with loss.

Our lives—and the lives of our family and friends—are often challenged by issues such as anxiety, depression, addiction, anger, loss and grief. And we are often so pressured by the demands of everyday life that we struggle to simply get through each day. While our relationships with others can be sources of great love and support, they are often sources of our deepest pain. Through the process of therapy, we can come to better understand the roots of our suffering, heal emotional wounds and strengthen our relationships with ourselves and others.

I am passionate about supporting adults through times of life transitions. These life shifts can be full of both excitement or dread and tremendous adjustment. I offer multimodal strategies for adult clients struggling with career optimization, in many cases due to (undiagnosed) ADHD based performance issues. Clinical specialties include: adult ADHD and Executive Functioning Coaching, perfectionism and shame resilience, codependency, imposter syndrome, relationship issues, communication problems, low self-esteem, grief and loss, parent coaching, self-regulation, anger management and treatment of anxiety and depression.

I enjoy working with adults and families who desire change, but aren't sure how to make it happen. For some, it means a change in relationship dynamics or parenting style. For others, it means collaborating on complicated life issues, such as difficult teenagers, substance abuse, or co-parenting. If you are looking to leave a long marriage, I can help you navigate that process. I also enjoy working with individuals in their 20's and 30's trying to figure out this thing called adulting. I split my time between Steamboat Springs,CO and northern California, and am licensed to see clients in California, Colorado and Utah.

Finding the right therapist is not an easy task, especially when you are in a vulnerable spot in your life. You might have some hesitations about opening up to a person you don't know. Take the time to explore different options and make sure that you land with a person that feels safe for you. Because when there is safety- there is healing. My hope for my clients is that they feel seen, heard, and understood, so they can start making sense of what's not working for them, and work with me on how they want their life to look like. It's never easy! but it's very rewarding.

Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of stress and worry? Is your relationship or career causing distress? Having difficulty sleeping at night? Maybe you feel stuck, lonely, sad, or overwhelmed by choices. Imagine having a compassionate guide to help you navigate these struggles. A therapist isn’t here to tell you what to do but to help you uncover hidden barriers & explore new perspectives. With over 25 years of counseling experience, I work with you to explore, heal, & thrive, finding a path to growth & well-being. Therapy is a collaborative partnership, & I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Do you find yourself struggling to cope with each day? Do you have difficult relationships, PTSD or trauma, or emotional pain from your past? Do you struggle with your self-esteem and have a shallow threshold causing you to become easily irritated, overwhelmed, and/or have panic attacks? Are you finding that you have lost interest in things that you used to enjoy, or have lost your inspiration and motivation to create and experience new and exciting chapters to your life? You are not alone!

I am an LPCC, who works with adolescents (age 14+), young adults, and adults. I am committed to helping individuals realize their full potential by assisting them in identifying problems in their lives, and how these problems are keeping them from attaining their goals. I work in a collaborative, solution-focused manner, using CBT and other empirically sound techniques, for dealing with life stressors. My techniques are based upon the needs of each individual. In addition to being a psychotherapist, I am a certified yoga and meditation instructor, and I find that this discipline enhances my psychotherapy practice.

It's time to start feeling better. You've tried distraction, talking to friends. But like a ball pushed underwater, your feelings of anxiety, unhappiness or being overwhelmed keep surfacing. This distress impacts everything. Worst of all, these bad feelings, like a shameful secret, isolate you. It doesn't have to be this way. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples recognize and overcome the obstacles between them and their dreams. Personal growth and increased self-confidence are natural outcomes of successful therapy.

I am currently exclusively practicing tele-health services. I am a licensed psychologist and interpersonal leadership coach committed to guiding individuals towards emotional well-being, personal and professional growth. For over 20 years I have worked successfully with a wide range of clients including business owners, educators, engineers, entrepreneurs, executives, medical professionals, scientists, start-up founders, students and venture capitalists from organizations such as AirBnB, Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google, Intel, Netflix, Oracle, Salesforce, Stanford University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UC Santa Cruz and USC.

You are feeling exhausted from coping with stress that you think you are handling "okay", but it just feels like groundhog day... wash. rinse. repeat. You are ready to FEEL you are handing things well. You are ready to feel relief and a sense of hope that comes from knowing "I got this!"

Searching for a therapist can feel daunting, but finding the right one is worth the effort. My practice is informed by evidence-based psychodynamic principles and I approach my work with curiosity and care. Research indicates that the best predictor of effective therapy is not the particular method, but rather the "fit" between the therapist and patient. I always suggest that folks talk to a few therapists before making a decision about how to proceed. I love the work I do and would be happy to chat with you about how I might be able to help.

What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us," Ralph Waldo Emerson. In therapy, we'll embrace a holistic approach, exploring the connection between your mind, body, and spirit. We'll foster balance and resilience through self-discovery, enriching your quality of life. We'll identify and challenge negative thought patterns using DBT, CBT, EMDR, and more. When needed we’ll develop healthy eating habits and a positive exercise routine. Nurturing your spirituality is encouraged to ease fear and promote gratitude. This journey unlocks inner potential and empowers a more harmonious life.

I am a culturally affirming Mental Health Therapist with over 10 yrs of experience in the field. I work with adults and young adults from diverse backgrounds, with a focus on underrepresented groups. We will identify your objectives, potential roadblocks, and strategies for overcoming them. I practice through a lens of self-compassion. My areas of expertise include, but are not limited to: Moms; life/career transitions; addiction; relationships; self-esteem; mood disorders; body image; and trauma. Therapy is a collaborative journey, and I'd like to work with you to improve the quality of your life and achieve mental well-being.

Hi I'm Patricia, an experienced, evidence-based therapist licensed in CA for over 20 years. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-CBT, a psycho-social approach that helps mood management and develop healthy coping strategies. I provide a supportive environment to express feelings and gain clarity. We develop goals that are SMART: specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic, time-bound. I use techniques such as: diaphragmatic breathing, body scan, relaxation exercises, visualization, hypnotherapy, bibliotherapy, journaling, positive self-talk, “I can” and “I am” affirmations, power thought cards, meditation and mindfulness.

Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.

My name is Julia Leavitt and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I want to applaud you for taking the brave step of seeking support. For over a decade I have supported individuals and families navigate the distress and challenges of a cancer diagnosis or major life transition. I view therapy as a partnership. I endeavor to meet my clients where they are and provide a safe environment for them to process their emotions as they embark on their unique path of self-discovery.I have extensive experience working on issues of self-esteem, anxiety,depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anticipatory grief,and women’s health.

Maria specializes in providing support to individuals experiencing stress, anxiety (including panic attacks), childhood trauma, PTSD, and depression. Her approach involves working with their reptilian brain to alleviate the fight, flight, or freeze response and help them imagine and create a healthier life. She also helps them learn from their past experiences, enabling them to strengthen themselves. Maria's expertise extends to couples and families from diverse backgrounds, including those who are multicultural, multiracial, and multi-generational.