Existential Therapists in Milpitas, CA

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Jason Allen McClure
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
I've worked with a variety of issues, such as grief and loss, anxiety, depression, Existential conundrums, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, technology addiction, and more.
Stuck in a rut? Relationships on the rocks? Feeling paralysed by anxiety or crippled by depression? If you know that you're in need of change in your life, but aren't sure where to start, you've come to the right place. I can help you sort through the numerous complex pieces of your life to help you find ways to move forward that best match your unique life situations. I can help you find new ways to cope with the stress of modern living, I can help you repair fractured relationships, and I can assist you in your journey to find purpose.
I've worked with a variety of issues, such as grief and loss, anxiety, depression, Existential conundrums, eating disorders, self-esteem issues, technology addiction, and more.
Stuck in a rut? Relationships on the rocks? Feeling paralysed by anxiety or crippled by depression? If you know that you're in need of change in your life, but aren't sure where to start, you've come to the right place. I can help you sort through the numerous complex pieces of your life to help you find ways to move forward that best match your unique life situations. I can help you find new ways to cope with the stress of modern living, I can help you repair fractured relationships, and I can assist you in your journey to find purpose.
(408) 752-5916 View (408) 752-5916
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Nicole Nien Kuo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Milpitas, CA 95035
I'd like to support you going through the difficult moment you might be experiencing now. Life is no doubt challenging but a better and quality life should never be too much to ask. In my practice, I work with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, individuals, couples, and families. I have years of experience working with children and teens from ages 3 to 17 with different kinds/levels of issues and challenges. In the process, parent-child or family relational issues sometimes reveal and could be addressed through additional work or referrals. I also help couples to manage disagreements, de-escalate conflicts, and rebuild trust.
I'd like to support you going through the difficult moment you might be experiencing now. Life is no doubt challenging but a better and quality life should never be too much to ask. In my practice, I work with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, individuals, couples, and families. I have years of experience working with children and teens from ages 3 to 17 with different kinds/levels of issues and challenges. In the process, parent-child or family relational issues sometimes reveal and could be addressed through additional work or referrals. I also help couples to manage disagreements, de-escalate conflicts, and rebuild trust.
(408) 560-4129 View (408) 560-4129
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Christopher Boyt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
Hi! My name is Chris! I am a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on compassion, empathy, and the unique story that each of us has. My focus is on promoting resiliency and acceptance as a means of empowering each client to create the change they want in their lives. I enjoy working with all types of clients, though I enjoy being a part of a client's journey out of their trauma and pain and towards the life they want to live. I have worked with many in the LGBTQ+ community, various types of abuse survivors, complex grief, and neurodivergence.
Hi! My name is Chris! I am a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on compassion, empathy, and the unique story that each of us has. My focus is on promoting resiliency and acceptance as a means of empowering each client to create the change they want in their lives. I enjoy working with all types of clients, though I enjoy being a part of a client's journey out of their trauma and pain and towards the life they want to live. I have worked with many in the LGBTQ+ community, various types of abuse survivors, complex grief, and neurodivergence.
(408) 752-5732 View (408) 752-5732
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Jill Garman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
Hello, I’m Jill Garman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I hope to serve as a compassionate and helpful guide toward your personal goals by helping you access your strengths and by developing new tools and skills that will serve you currently and in the future. For over 20 years I've provided an individualized approach to counseling those with varied levels of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, complicated grief, loss of purpose, loss of lifestyle, health decline, role or identity issues, and an abusive family history.
Hello, I’m Jill Garman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I hope to serve as a compassionate and helpful guide toward your personal goals by helping you access your strengths and by developing new tools and skills that will serve you currently and in the future. For over 20 years I've provided an individualized approach to counseling those with varied levels of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, complicated grief, loss of purpose, loss of lifestyle, health decline, role or identity issues, and an abusive family history.
(669) 322-8325 View (669) 322-8325
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Kathleen Weldon
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
Hello, I am Katie Weldon, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to the needs of each client or couple. My areas of greatest clinical interest include survivors of prior trauma or abuse, military members and families, LGBTQIA2S+, disordered eating, couples therapy, grief counseling and life transitions. Couples, Veterans/Active-Duty Service Members or their Families, PTSD, Survivors of Abuse, LGBTQIA2S+ and Queer clients, eating disorders/Disordered Eating, Anxiety, and Depression.
Hello, I am Katie Weldon, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is eclectic and tailored to the needs of each client or couple. My areas of greatest clinical interest include survivors of prior trauma or abuse, military members and families, LGBTQIA2S+, disordered eating, couples therapy, grief counseling and life transitions. Couples, Veterans/Active-Duty Service Members or their Families, PTSD, Survivors of Abuse, LGBTQIA2S+ and Queer clients, eating disorders/Disordered Eating, Anxiety, and Depression.
(559) 314-6557 View (559) 314-6557
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Frederick MacHado
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
My experience includes couples therapy and treating individuals with anxiety, depression, obsession-compulsion, phobias, post-traumatic stress, eating disorders, and addictions, such as gambling and sex. Furthermore, because of my experience in the ministry field, I also do well in counseling on religious issues, grievances, loss crises, and other unresolved issues.
My experience includes couples therapy and treating individuals with anxiety, depression, obsession-compulsion, phobias, post-traumatic stress, eating disorders, and addictions, such as gambling and sex. Furthermore, because of my experience in the ministry field, I also do well in counseling on religious issues, grievances, loss crises, and other unresolved issues.
(213) 674-3595 View (213) 674-3595
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Jim Conwell MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
I specialize in effective couples therapy. I work with adult individuals, and men with issues in the area of sexuality and intimacy. In working with couples I focus on self-responsibility, communication (listening when listening is hard, self revealing instead of finger-pointing), expectations, self-awareness, and remaining intimate through difficulty. Throughout the whole process I integrate a focus on kindness without abandoning or avoiding the truth. I also specialize in assisting and supporting both men and women with building the skill and ability to feel and share their feelings effectively in intimate relationships.
I specialize in effective couples therapy. I work with adult individuals, and men with issues in the area of sexuality and intimacy. In working with couples I focus on self-responsibility, communication (listening when listening is hard, self revealing instead of finger-pointing), expectations, self-awareness, and remaining intimate through difficulty. Throughout the whole process I integrate a focus on kindness without abandoning or avoiding the truth. I also specialize in assisting and supporting both men and women with building the skill and ability to feel and share their feelings effectively in intimate relationships.
(925) 290-8785 View (925) 290-8785
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Mats Hellsten
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
(Watch a brief introductory video on my website!) I'll work with you to overcome limiting patterns and discover new, more fulfilling ways to be in the world. Along the way you may discover deeply held beliefs and emotional responses that shape your experience, and choose to let go of what no longer serves you, while giving greater expression to your authentic self. I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment where you can safely explore your concerns. I specialize in helping individuals and couples find relief from anxiety and other distressing emotions, heal trauma, improve self-esteem, improve communication, and experience greater relationship satisfaction.
(Watch a brief introductory video on my website!) I'll work with you to overcome limiting patterns and discover new, more fulfilling ways to be in the world. Along the way you may discover deeply held beliefs and emotional responses that shape your experience, and choose to let go of what no longer serves you, while giving greater expression to your authentic self. I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment where you can safely explore your concerns. I specialize in helping individuals and couples find relief from anxiety and other distressing emotions, heal trauma, improve self-esteem, improve communication, and experience greater relationship satisfaction.
(510) 962-7477 View (510) 962-7477
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Angela Topcu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milpitas, CA 95035
Despite your best efforts to be happy, are you finding that a sense of contentment, authenticity and self-confidence continues to elude you? Do you long for a way to finally feel that you are managing your anxiety rather than your anxiety is managing you? What would it feel like to begin healing the pain of your past, including your most painful losses, and move forward into new possibilities? I work with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety and I specialize in the challenges of grief & loss and low self-esteem.
Despite your best efforts to be happy, are you finding that a sense of contentment, authenticity and self-confidence continues to elude you? Do you long for a way to finally feel that you are managing your anxiety rather than your anxiety is managing you? What would it feel like to begin healing the pain of your past, including your most painful losses, and move forward into new possibilities? I work with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety and I specialize in the challenges of grief & loss and low self-esteem.
(510) 771-7382 View (510) 771-7382
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Jennifer Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95036  (Online Only)
Are you an “overthinker” with complex feelings that are hard to put into words? Do you feel misunderstood, lonely, isolated, or unfulfilled? Are you striving to please others at the expense of yourself? Perhaps you feel exhausted, overworked, over-stressed, and as though you're never enough. You may crave a deep connection with yourself, your loved ones and the world around you...but may also find yourself struggling to make sense of the world. Unexpectedly life-changing or stressful events can increase these feelings, and hope for change can seem so far away. If so, you're not alone. I warmly welcome you to my practice.
Are you an “overthinker” with complex feelings that are hard to put into words? Do you feel misunderstood, lonely, isolated, or unfulfilled? Are you striving to please others at the expense of yourself? Perhaps you feel exhausted, overworked, over-stressed, and as though you're never enough. You may crave a deep connection with yourself, your loved ones and the world around you...but may also find yourself struggling to make sense of the world. Unexpectedly life-changing or stressful events can increase these feelings, and hope for change can seem so far away. If so, you're not alone. I warmly welcome you to my practice.
(408) 882-9213 View (408) 882-9213
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Priscilla Amezquita
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
Greetings and congrats on making the steps toward cultivating a better you! My name is Priscilla Amezquita and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of clinical experience treating children, adults, and their families. it has been a privilege to be entrusted with helping individuals heal psychological wounds associated with painful life transitions and experiences, and it has been a joyful experience witnessing my clients' growth and progress toward a better version of themselves.
Greetings and congrats on making the steps toward cultivating a better you! My name is Priscilla Amezquita and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of clinical experience treating children, adults, and their families. it has been a privilege to be entrusted with helping individuals heal psychological wounds associated with painful life transitions and experiences, and it has been a joyful experience witnessing my clients' growth and progress toward a better version of themselves.
(619) 853-3059 View (619) 853-3059
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Celeste Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
My name is Celeste Thompson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the Inland Empire in California and serving clients across the state via telehealth. Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their challenges and concerns are explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience.
My name is Celeste Thompson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the Inland Empire in California and serving clients across the state via telehealth. Therapy is a vulnerable space, and one of my primary focuses is providing clients with a safe place where they feel seen, heard, valued and where their challenges and concerns are explored with curiosity and empathy. I work with clients to address a variety of concerns including unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, and life transitions by building on the client's strengths and resilience.
(619) 536-1648 View (619) 536-1648
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Joseph Ferra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
Joe Ferra, M.S., LMFT45177 Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2006 Family Mediation Associates since 2006 Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
Joe Ferra, M.S., LMFT45177 Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2006 Family Mediation Associates since 2006 Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.
(562) 669-3833 View (562) 669-3833
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Alexandro Valdivia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milpitas, CA 95035
Hello! I am Alexandro Valdivia, and I am board certified licensed clinical social worker who offers a safe and confidential space for individuals to explore and address their emotional and psychological challenges. I am a grief and crisis support therapist, dedicated to helping individuals navigate the difficult and overwhelming experiences of loss, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is person-centered. I practice with empathy, active listening, and a non-judgmental attitude. I work with my clients to help them gain insight, improve their well-being, and achieve their therapeutic goals.
Hello! I am Alexandro Valdivia, and I am board certified licensed clinical social worker who offers a safe and confidential space for individuals to explore and address their emotional and psychological challenges. I am a grief and crisis support therapist, dedicated to helping individuals navigate the difficult and overwhelming experiences of loss, trauma, and life transitions. My approach is person-centered. I practice with empathy, active listening, and a non-judgmental attitude. I work with my clients to help them gain insight, improve their well-being, and achieve their therapeutic goals.
(747) 293-4934 View (747) 293-4934
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Kate Leahy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milpitas, CA 95035  (Online Only)
Transformative potential lies at the heart of all wounding. Trauma, relationship challenges and life transitions compel us to re-examine our lives, values, patterns and sense of Self. Together we can find and unwind the stuck energies of depression, anxiety and other difficulties to make way for an enlivened, meaningful and authentic life.
Transformative potential lies at the heart of all wounding. Trauma, relationship challenges and life transitions compel us to re-examine our lives, values, patterns and sense of Self. Together we can find and unwind the stuck energies of depression, anxiety and other difficulties to make way for an enlivened, meaningful and authentic life.
(510) 863-1821 View (510) 863-1821

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Ivan Chan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95131
My name is Ivan Chan, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use a Feedback Informed Treatment approach, which means I tailor your therapy based on what's working the best for you. I specialize in grief, anxiety, depression, culture, spirituality, sexuality, and relationship issues. I use the Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) approach to providing therapy, which allows me to adapt what I do base on what my clients tell me they need. I keep up with the latest evidence-based research, and I am trained in Humanistic, Existential, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution-Focused Brief therapies.
My name is Ivan Chan, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use a Feedback Informed Treatment approach, which means I tailor your therapy based on what's working the best for you. I specialize in grief, anxiety, depression, culture, spirituality, sexuality, and relationship issues. I use the Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) approach to providing therapy, which allows me to adapt what I do base on what my clients tell me they need. I keep up with the latest evidence-based research, and I am trained in Humanistic, Existential, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution-Focused Brief therapies.
(559) 529-9423 View (559) 529-9423
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Melody Jazeb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95131
Hello! My name is Melody Jazeb, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. My experience in evidenced-based treatments is centered in empowering clients to harness their strengths and engage in life more actively. I treat a number of mental health disorders as well as provide counseling for those struggling with how to manage general life challenges. I typically treat adults and older adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, job-related stress, relational issues, and existential issues.
Hello! My name is Melody Jazeb, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in California. My experience in evidenced-based treatments is centered in empowering clients to harness their strengths and engage in life more actively. I treat a number of mental health disorders as well as provide counseling for those struggling with how to manage general life challenges. I typically treat adults and older adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, job-related stress, relational issues, and existential issues.
(626) 507-3792 View (626) 507-3792
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Roderick Frith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95131
My name is R. Murray Frith, Ph.D. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has enjoyed working primarily with kids of all ages and their families for about 8 years. Previously, I worked as a social worker with foster kids and their foster families for about 10 years. I have gotten much positive feedback over the years for my work, from supervisors, colleagues, kids, and their other family members and have found it to be very rewarding.
My name is R. Murray Frith, Ph.D. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has enjoyed working primarily with kids of all ages and their families for about 8 years. Previously, I worked as a social worker with foster kids and their foster families for about 10 years. I have gotten much positive feedback over the years for my work, from supervisors, colleagues, kids, and their other family members and have found it to be very rewarding.
(510) 650-1204 View (510) 650-1204
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Susan Valkenaar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95134  (Online Only)
When people make a choice to utilize therapy to change their lives, I believe there is no greater gift they can give themselves. I am so lucky to have made helping people change their lives into my full time career.
When people make a choice to utilize therapy to change their lives, I believe there is no greater gift they can give themselves. I am so lucky to have made helping people change their lives into my full time career.
(408) 606-2416 View (408) 606-2416
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Shani Robins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95131
Our relationships, work, and health can be stressful or fulfilling. There are specific, practical, scientifically proven methods for increasing happiness, success, and well being for yourself and in your relationships and significantly reducing anger, anxiety, stress, job loss, relationship conflicts, and hypertension. I have 15 years of clinical experience in bringing together best practices that work! I teach Stanford University's courses in Wisdom, Emotional Intelligence, Career Development, and related Research regarding the best and most practical methods for effectively reducing anger, anxiety, and stress, and significantly improving personal and professional relationships, health & well being, and professional goals and success.
Our relationships, work, and health can be stressful or fulfilling. There are specific, practical, scientifically proven methods for increasing happiness, success, and well being for yourself and in your relationships and significantly reducing anger, anxiety, stress, job loss, relationship conflicts, and hypertension. I have 15 years of clinical experience in bringing together best practices that work! I teach Stanford University's courses in Wisdom, Emotional Intelligence, Career Development, and related Research regarding the best and most practical methods for effectively reducing anger, anxiety, and stress, and significantly improving personal and professional relationships, health & well being, and professional goals and success.
(650) 830-5041 View (650) 830-5041

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Existential Therapists

How does existential therapy work?

Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.

Is existential therapy evidence-based?

Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.

How long does existential therapy last?

The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is existential therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.