Kaiser (Out-of-Network) Therapists in Los Gatos, CA

I believe the therapeutic relationship is an important piece of the process through which growth and healing can occur. Helping clients to feel safe enough to share their feelings is paramount, and to offer hope is vital. It is important for the fearful to know that courage is being afraid, but doing it anyway. This concept promotes self esteem, and helps people to move forward in their lives. I use a variety of theoretical orientations, but chose the ones that are best suited for my client needs. I give clients tools to work with that will help them change their negative thoughts to positive ones..

I graduated from Santa Clara University with a master’s in Counseling Psychology. I am a certified YTT200 Yoga Instructor and a Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional (CMIP). I currently provide low-intensity, high-functioning and maintenance remote psychotherapy services to individuals (no minors, couples or family therapy) with a readiness for self-exploration, gaining insight, building healthy coping skills and increasing distress tolerance, challenging unhelpful narrative and thinking patterns.

Beginning therapy is a great way to prioritize and care for yourself. This can be a nourishing and validating experience, especially if you have been misunderstood or feel your needs are often dismissed. Therapy will be a collaborative effort, as I support you in working toward your goals. I am here to help you honor your needs, and discover how to implement them into your daily life. My approach is individualized, compassionate, and direct. I am affirming of neurodiversity, curious, and maintain flexibility in the process. I believe you are the expert on your experience and identity.

Struggling with addiction & feel rehab isn’t an option? Want to adjust your relationship with a substance instead of being told you must quit? Leaving your family, job, school or responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy & on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard-feelings of anxiety, guilt, & shame. You may have tried cutting back or stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. I specialize in Moderation & abstinence based approaches.

I OFFER TELEHEALTH SESSIONS. My goal as a therapist is to help you move through challenges and get to a better place in life. Changing the past may not be possible but we can focus on how to make your future more fulfilling. If you're looking for support and direction through a difficult situation or you're ready to make changes in how you live your life, please feel free to email me for the fastest response.

I have provided therapeutic services to individuals and families in a variety of settings for the past 20+ years. My experience includes executing equity-minded programs and working with diverse groups in private practice, non-profit settings, hospitals, hospice, and the Regional Center system. At Insight Wellness Center, our intake coordinator is dedicated to matching you with a therapist who specializes in your specific needs. If Renée is not available, our intake coordinator will personally discuss our therapists with you for a good match.

Do you find life particularly hard to navigate? Perhaps you felt more meaning in the past, but now you struggle to get through each day due to worry, stress, depression, or burnout. Things you used to enjoy feel like a chore or obligation. Life isn’t meant to be this way. You deserve to feel fulfilled, loved, and even joyful!

My specialities include working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, and stress. I have experience working with adults and young adults. I provide Individual therapy.

Are everyday struggles blocking you from being your ideal self? I am a therapist who will work in partnership with you to help find the balance, contentedness, and the fulfillment in life you deserve. I utilize a collaborative, empathetic approach while not shying away from occasionally challenging you in a way that respects you as an individual.

Your healing can start today! In addition to being an LMFT, my approach extends beyond talk therapy to include holistic/integrative methods. I help individuals get to the root of their problems that lie hidden outside of awareness. My approach is highly influenced by mindfulness practice. You will be guided in each session to build your capacity for present moment focus using breath and body awareness and radical acceptance. This liberates heavy energy and/or pain associated with thoughts and feelings that may have been hidden or stuck. Are you ready to discover what's possible in a collaborative healing relationship? Reach out!