Schema Therapy in Menlo Park, CA
I provide evidence-based therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and schema therapy to help clients develop the insights and tools they need to make positive changes.
My style in therapy is to be active, non-judgmental, transparent, and solution-oriented, which is a good fit for clients who are ready to commit to learning new skills and setting concrete goals for change. If you've struggled to connect with therapists who stay too silent, don't share feedback or coping skills, or don't hold you accountable - I may be a good fit to help you on your journey. Clients have described me as calming, flexible, and supportive.
I provide evidence-based therapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and schema therapy to help clients develop the insights and tools they need to make positive changes.
My style in therapy is to be active, non-judgmental, transparent, and solution-oriented, which is a good fit for clients who are ready to commit to learning new skills and setting concrete goals for change. If you've struggled to connect with therapists who stay too silent, don't share feedback or coping skills, or don't hold you accountable - I may be a good fit to help you on your journey. Clients have described me as calming, flexible, and supportive.
I am passionate about helping couples craft deeply nourishing and caring relationships. In our meetings we learn the skills required for loving another person well: good communication, problem solving and repair. We explore what it means for each person to feel loved and cared for and work toward a dance that honors each members unique preferences. I also help couples have important conversations about crafting a mutually satisfying shared vision of what a meaningful life is as romantic partners, parents and community members. We work on healing from painful past ruptures such as infidelity, substance use and frequent fighting.
I am passionate about helping couples craft deeply nourishing and caring relationships. In our meetings we learn the skills required for loving another person well: good communication, problem solving and repair. We explore what it means for each person to feel loved and cared for and work toward a dance that honors each members unique preferences. I also help couples have important conversations about crafting a mutually satisfying shared vision of what a meaningful life is as romantic partners, parents and community members. We work on healing from painful past ruptures such as infidelity, substance use and frequent fighting.
As a clinical psychologist, I specialize in major life stressors, such as relationship concerns, the transition to college, career shifts, physical health conditions, loss of loved ones, and adjustment to parenthood. My clients seek meaningful change and benefit from insight, tools, and strategies for coping with challenging emotions and interpersonal situations. I utilize an integrative, individually tailored approach, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, internal family systems, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
As a clinical psychologist, I specialize in major life stressors, such as relationship concerns, the transition to college, career shifts, physical health conditions, loss of loved ones, and adjustment to parenthood. My clients seek meaningful change and benefit from insight, tools, and strategies for coping with challenging emotions and interpersonal situations. I utilize an integrative, individually tailored approach, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, internal family systems, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
I provide a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment where my clients can freely express themselves and feel truly seen. Drawing from a variety of well-researched therapeutic approaches, I tailor treatments to effectively address their specific concerns. My primary focus is on supporting clients in achieving their goals, nurturing their strengths, and enhancing their resilience. I truly enjoy assisting individuals in their personal growth and celebrating the unique qualities that define them. I have assisted clients across different healthcare settings, such as Stanford and the VA.
I provide a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental environment where my clients can freely express themselves and feel truly seen. Drawing from a variety of well-researched therapeutic approaches, I tailor treatments to effectively address their specific concerns. My primary focus is on supporting clients in achieving their goals, nurturing their strengths, and enhancing their resilience. I truly enjoy assisting individuals in their personal growth and celebrating the unique qualities that define them. I have assisted clients across different healthcare settings, such as Stanford and the VA.
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Carol Olmos Crawley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I draw on a variety of modalities including EMDR, DBT, Schema Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Attachment Theory, The Gottman Method, Integrative Christian Counseling and mindfulness practices to create a customized treatment plan that is both effective and empowering.
My focus is working with survivors of narcissistic abuse, first responders, and couples looking to recover from infidelity. I see individuals as well as couples and if appropriate, will alternate seeing a couple together and then separately for individual sessions. I use an integrative approach that combines evidence-based practices with a personalized, holistic perspective. Whether you are struggling with infidelity, trauma, anxiety, depression, or other challenges, I am here to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences and develop the skills and tools you need to achieve your goals.
I draw on a variety of modalities including EMDR, DBT, Schema Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Attachment Theory, The Gottman Method, Integrative Christian Counseling and mindfulness practices to create a customized treatment plan that is both effective and empowering.
My focus is working with survivors of narcissistic abuse, first responders, and couples looking to recover from infidelity. I see individuals as well as couples and if appropriate, will alternate seeing a couple together and then separately for individual sessions. I use an integrative approach that combines evidence-based practices with a personalized, holistic perspective. Whether you are struggling with infidelity, trauma, anxiety, depression, or other challenges, I am here to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences and develop the skills and tools you need to achieve your goals.
Are stress and anxiety taking control and holding your child back from being their old selves and reaching their goals? Is it affecting important areas of life including school, friendships, and even fun? Are you searching for a therapist who understands and can provide support in growing and navigating challenges? You may not remember a time when things weren't so tough. You're in the right place if your child's ready to learn strategies to cope and restructure your thinking patterns so they feel more confident, empowered, and balanced. Most of all, you'd like them to enjoy their youth and feel comfortable in their skin.
Are stress and anxiety taking control and holding your child back from being their old selves and reaching their goals? Is it affecting important areas of life including school, friendships, and even fun? Are you searching for a therapist who understands and can provide support in growing and navigating challenges? You may not remember a time when things weren't so tough. You're in the right place if your child's ready to learn strategies to cope and restructure your thinking patterns so they feel more confident, empowered, and balanced. Most of all, you'd like them to enjoy their youth and feel comfortable in their skin.
Are you struggling through your days? Or maybe you're feeling that your life and relationships could be more meaningful. I will work with you to manage distressing feelings and to get to the roots of your problems. Every person enters therapy with a unique set of needs, so I tailor treatment to address your specific needs and goals. I listening openly, and together we develop a deeper understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This insight allows you to transform how you approach living your life. Therapy is an investment in your future and my commitment is to guide you toward meaningful change.
Are you struggling through your days? Or maybe you're feeling that your life and relationships could be more meaningful. I will work with you to manage distressing feelings and to get to the roots of your problems. Every person enters therapy with a unique set of needs, so I tailor treatment to address your specific needs and goals. I listening openly, and together we develop a deeper understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This insight allows you to transform how you approach living your life. Therapy is an investment in your future and my commitment is to guide you toward meaningful change.
Welcome! I admire you for making your mental health a priority—that’s a big deal. Let me give you a quick idea of who I am and what I can offer. I’m naturally empathetic and genuinely care about the well-being of my clients. My goal is to work alongside you to help you achieve your mental health goals. I have experience working with people of all ages, from kids and teens to adults, who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and other mood issues. I’ve also worked as a school counselor, so I have a lot of experience helping children and adolescents.
Welcome! I admire you for making your mental health a priority—that’s a big deal. Let me give you a quick idea of who I am and what I can offer. I’m naturally empathetic and genuinely care about the well-being of my clients. My goal is to work alongside you to help you achieve your mental health goals. I have experience working with people of all ages, from kids and teens to adults, who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and other mood issues. I’ve also worked as a school counselor, so I have a lot of experience helping children and adolescents.
You experience this world with your own unique set of problems, perspectives, and ways of coping. Not everyone might understand how hard it can be to move through life with added challenges that result from anxiety, depression, or difficult life circumstances. My passion is to help you re-learn how to experience the beauty of life. My approach is to help you find ways of reaching your goals through careful rewiring of your cognitive structures, while embracing your wisdom and life experiences. Therapy can sometimes feel painful or uncomfortable, but I intend to guide you through it with unconditional warmth and support.
You experience this world with your own unique set of problems, perspectives, and ways of coping. Not everyone might understand how hard it can be to move through life with added challenges that result from anxiety, depression, or difficult life circumstances. My passion is to help you re-learn how to experience the beauty of life. My approach is to help you find ways of reaching your goals through careful rewiring of your cognitive structures, while embracing your wisdom and life experiences. Therapy can sometimes feel painful or uncomfortable, but I intend to guide you through it with unconditional warmth and support.
Worried? Anxious? Blue? Feelings can be the result of your situation,or they can be triggered by deeper issues such as attachment, trauma, and unprocessed memories. EMDR "turbocharges" the processing of painful memories. Adults, teens, and children with a history of abuse, trauma, and loss can heal quickly. I also specialize in resolving relationship issues and helping families become stronger. Whether you need help to navigate life transitions or to realize your full potential for emotional growth, therapy is a highly interactive process. Together we develop a plan for treatment involving care and commitment. Feel better!
Worried? Anxious? Blue? Feelings can be the result of your situation,or they can be triggered by deeper issues such as attachment, trauma, and unprocessed memories. EMDR "turbocharges" the processing of painful memories. Adults, teens, and children with a history of abuse, trauma, and loss can heal quickly. I also specialize in resolving relationship issues and helping families become stronger. Whether you need help to navigate life transitions or to realize your full potential for emotional growth, therapy is a highly interactive process. Together we develop a plan for treatment involving care and commitment. Feel better!
I see you as a unique individual from a systems perspective and want to understand the interrelatedness of your current relationships, social systems, belief systems, and family history in order to see how certain patterns have emerged in your life. I work with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, transitional stages in life, racially mixed relationship issues, Asian American and BIPOC community, mixed-race, gender affirming, LGBTQIA+ community, neurodiverse community, parents, adolescents, and more.
I see you as a unique individual from a systems perspective and want to understand the interrelatedness of your current relationships, social systems, belief systems, and family history in order to see how certain patterns have emerged in your life. I work with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, transitional stages in life, racially mixed relationship issues, Asian American and BIPOC community, mixed-race, gender affirming, LGBTQIA+ community, neurodiverse community, parents, adolescents, and more.
Rachel Eelkema Kagan
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, MD, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atherton, CA 94027
What's wrong with me? I'm a failure. Everyone else has it together; why don't I? I know what I should do, I just can't do it. Why am I so angry, anxious, depressed? Will I ever find a relationship? My family hates my views, and I hate theirs. Menopause, wrinkles, saggy arms - I'm becoming an old woman! Every morning, I promise myself I'll stop drinking, and every day I drink again. I hate myself. Other people think I'm doing fine; what if they knew what a mess I actually am? I dread going to work every day, but I feel trapped. I hate my life. I don't know what to do. Sound familiar? Let's talk about it!
What's wrong with me? I'm a failure. Everyone else has it together; why don't I? I know what I should do, I just can't do it. Why am I so angry, anxious, depressed? Will I ever find a relationship? My family hates my views, and I hate theirs. Menopause, wrinkles, saggy arms - I'm becoming an old woman! Every morning, I promise myself I'll stop drinking, and every day I drink again. I hate myself. Other people think I'm doing fine; what if they knew what a mess I actually am? I dread going to work every day, but I feel trapped. I hate my life. I don't know what to do. Sound familiar? Let's talk about it!
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
From the outside, it might look like things are going well, but it's okay to admit that you're not your best self right now. Whether you're overwhelmed by anxiety, feeling the weight of depression, or being tormented by insufficient sleep, you're ready for change now. You want to discover a path toward peace, confidence, connection, and genuine fulfillment. Let's get you on that path. I work with adults who want to create lasting change in their lives and their relationships. I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in helping adults unburden themselves from the weight of anxiety and depression and restore restful sleep.
From the outside, it might look like things are going well, but it's okay to admit that you're not your best self right now. Whether you're overwhelmed by anxiety, feeling the weight of depression, or being tormented by insufficient sleep, you're ready for change now. You want to discover a path toward peace, confidence, connection, and genuine fulfillment. Let's get you on that path. I work with adults who want to create lasting change in their lives and their relationships. I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in helping adults unburden themselves from the weight of anxiety and depression and restore restful sleep.
Kent Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040
Dear Reader: kudos to you for taking time to see if a new experience in therapy might make a difference in your life and/or the lives of your loved ones. The metaphoric journey you are embarking upon has the potential for facing dark corners in hopes of lasting positive change. I deeply appreciate the opportunity to walk with my clients on their journeys; I've seen great healing and growth amidst the challenges human life brings. I invite you to carry onwards to find a clinician who might help you on your way.
Dear Reader: kudos to you for taking time to see if a new experience in therapy might make a difference in your life and/or the lives of your loved ones. The metaphoric journey you are embarking upon has the potential for facing dark corners in hopes of lasting positive change. I deeply appreciate the opportunity to walk with my clients on their journeys; I've seen great healing and growth amidst the challenges human life brings. I invite you to carry onwards to find a clinician who might help you on your way.
Childhood trauma, racism and microaggressions traumatize us and leave you feeling shame, embarrassment, anger and that you're not enough. You feel alone and in pain, and you deserve emotional peace by speaking to a professional who listens, provides safety, validating AND gently challenging your fears and negative thoughts of yourself. It is important that these false narratives do not define your self worth and perceptions of yourself, preventing YOU from identifying your own needs. I seek to work with children of immigrants, experiencing relationships issues NOW, due to childhood or recent trauma. Together, we process & heal.
Childhood trauma, racism and microaggressions traumatize us and leave you feeling shame, embarrassment, anger and that you're not enough. You feel alone and in pain, and you deserve emotional peace by speaking to a professional who listens, provides safety, validating AND gently challenging your fears and negative thoughts of yourself. It is important that these false narratives do not define your self worth and perceptions of yourself, preventing YOU from identifying your own needs. I seek to work with children of immigrants, experiencing relationships issues NOW, due to childhood or recent trauma. Together, we process & heal.
Christine Tronge, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain View, CA 94040
Currently accepting new clients and offer convenient evening and weekend hours. My compassionate, warm and inviting approach makes it easy for clients to come to me and talk about the things that are sometimes hard to say even to themselves. I regard each client with immense respect and work to create a safe and healing space allowing us to help you explore the issues with which you struggle and begin to find some of the answers you seek and tools you need to grow.
Currently accepting new clients and offer convenient evening and weekend hours. My compassionate, warm and inviting approach makes it easy for clients to come to me and talk about the things that are sometimes hard to say even to themselves. I regard each client with immense respect and work to create a safe and healing space allowing us to help you explore the issues with which you struggle and begin to find some of the answers you seek and tools you need to grow.
To support my clients during this time of uncertainty, I am offering Tele-Therapy option for those who are distancing or quarantined. I am a California licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, life coach, corporate coach, and college professor. I have helped clients who have presented with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, relationship problems, divorce, parenting issues. I tailor the treatment to your specific needs and goals, combining insight-oriented, solution-focused, and multicultural perspectives.
To support my clients during this time of uncertainty, I am offering Tele-Therapy option for those who are distancing or quarantined. I am a California licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist, life coach, corporate coach, and college professor. I have helped clients who have presented with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, relationship problems, divorce, parenting issues. I tailor the treatment to your specific needs and goals, combining insight-oriented, solution-focused, and multicultural perspectives.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving, but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving, but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.
Tova Abelman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults and couples on weight loss, weight management, and overcoming emotional eating through a holistic approach integrating mind, body, and spirit. Whether both partners need to lose weight or one partner struggles with emotional eating and/or weight loss, couples therapy provides space to address inner and outer obstacles that prevent reaching and maintaining a healthy weight— together. Working together to overcome struggle in itself can be a powerful process to strengthen a relationship. I also facilitate weight loss groups.
I specialize in working with adults and couples on weight loss, weight management, and overcoming emotional eating through a holistic approach integrating mind, body, and spirit. Whether both partners need to lose weight or one partner struggles with emotional eating and/or weight loss, couples therapy provides space to address inner and outer obstacles that prevent reaching and maintaining a healthy weight— together. Working together to overcome struggle in itself can be a powerful process to strengthen a relationship. I also facilitate weight loss groups.
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Schema Therapy
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive thought patterns formed in childhood—that other people can never be relied on, for example—can interfere with healthy functioning in adulthood. Accordingly, schema therapy works by directly targeting such unhealthy schemas, identifying their consequences, and replacing them with more adaptive ways of thinking. To this end, schema therapists aim to “reparent” the client by offering what they didn’t get in childhood—validation, for instance, or compassion—to reorient their worldview.
Is schema therapy evidence-based?
Schema therapy is still considered relatively new, and research on its efficacy is still in progress. However, some studies have concluded that it can be effective at treating certain mental health conditions, most notably personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder. Evidence for its efficacy in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD is promising but less conclusive, and experts warn that much of the existing research is of low quality.
Is schema therapy a type of CBT?
Schema therapy is based on many principles of CBT, most notably the process of recognizing and challenging maladaptive thought patterns. But because schema therapy also draws from other approaches,including psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy, it is not considered a form of CBT. It also typically delves deeper into the client’s childhood than does CBT.
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy does not call for a set number of sessions and is instead open-ended, with the treatment timeline depending on the client’s primary concern(s), progress, and preferences. Treatment that lasts between six months and two years is common, though many clients will start to see progress much earlier than that.