Therapists in Palo Alto, CA
![Photo of Steve McGraw, PsyD, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c74ea79-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you find yourself busier than ever but lacking a sense of depth, meaning, and connection in your life? I specialize in helping professionals like you through life transitions, such as midlife re-evaluations and relationship/career changes. I work with you to rebalance life's priorities and to discover new areas of meaning and purpose. We'll work together to reconnect you with the things you feel you've lost touch with: a felt connection to your body and soul, real intimacy with your loved-ones, access to your creativity, and a lively connection with your hopes and dreams.
Do you find yourself busier than ever but lacking a sense of depth, meaning, and connection in your life? I specialize in helping professionals like you through life transitions, such as midlife re-evaluations and relationship/career changes. I work with you to rebalance life's priorities and to discover new areas of meaning and purpose. We'll work together to reconnect you with the things you feel you've lost touch with: a felt connection to your body and soul, real intimacy with your loved-ones, access to your creativity, and a lively connection with your hopes and dreams.
![Photo of Stefanie Rodewald- Self Worth Therapy, LMFT, ATR-BC, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/083a2247-04c5-465e-8242-01eb80de1447/1/320x400.jpeg)
Stefanie Rodewald- Self Worth Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94301 (Online Only)
Are you feeling more anxious than usual? Has it been harder to push through like you used to? Maybe you appear like you have it together on the outside, but on the inside, you feel defeated. Through a warm and collaborative process, I am here to help identify and understand the patterns that have kept you stuck. You may find that you only need short term therapy to help you get through a transition in your life or you may need more time to process and uncover what is behind your emotional struggle. My priority is guiding you to a life where you feel seen and valued.
Are you feeling more anxious than usual? Has it been harder to push through like you used to? Maybe you appear like you have it together on the outside, but on the inside, you feel defeated. Through a warm and collaborative process, I am here to help identify and understand the patterns that have kept you stuck. You may find that you only need short term therapy to help you get through a transition in your life or you may need more time to process and uncover what is behind your emotional struggle. My priority is guiding you to a life where you feel seen and valued.
![Photo of Kathlynn Gates, ASW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b14eded-5d0d-4356-85a9-e41b98620354/1/320x400.png)
Are you experiencing challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, and trauma/PTSD? Due to these symptoms, we can be in too much emotional pain and feel too stuck to reframe our perceptions or to find solutions to our problems. Childhood or recent trauma can cause emotional distress that can be difficult to process. I am here to support you in working through unresolved trauma and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.
Are you experiencing challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, and trauma/PTSD? Due to these symptoms, we can be in too much emotional pain and feel too stuck to reframe our perceptions or to find solutions to our problems. Childhood or recent trauma can cause emotional distress that can be difficult to process. I am here to support you in working through unresolved trauma and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.
![Photo of Elsa Rojas, PhD, PMH-C, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fa1e631-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Elsa Rojas
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Not accepting new clients
Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. I hope to make that easier by telling you about myself and my approach. I received my doctorate in Counseling Psychology, a branch of psychology that takes into account the role of various cultural and environmental factors that shape each of us. This means that my approach to therapy is individualized and integrates information about your unique circumstances with my training in several different evidence-based treatments. My goal is to provide a safe environment where you can learn new techniques to cope with stress, build a life you value, and process difficult emotions.
Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. I hope to make that easier by telling you about myself and my approach. I received my doctorate in Counseling Psychology, a branch of psychology that takes into account the role of various cultural and environmental factors that shape each of us. This means that my approach to therapy is individualized and integrates information about your unique circumstances with my training in several different evidence-based treatments. My goal is to provide a safe environment where you can learn new techniques to cope with stress, build a life you value, and process difficult emotions.
![Photo of Lianzhe Zheng, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/09a77d79-b60a-4d31-812f-aa72a56cfa5d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Many of my clients are women, people of color, and 1st or 2nd generation immigrants. Navigating family relationships, trauma and chronic stress, and your relationship to work can be hard at times. I am here to support you to build a deeper connection with yourself and your community. I particularly enjoy working with people who are exploring their identities, such as race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and class. Common concerns include scarcity mindset and imposter syndrome, microaggressions, LGBTQ+ identity development, and immigration mental health.
Many of my clients are women, people of color, and 1st or 2nd generation immigrants. Navigating family relationships, trauma and chronic stress, and your relationship to work can be hard at times. I am here to support you to build a deeper connection with yourself and your community. I particularly enjoy working with people who are exploring their identities, such as race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, and class. Common concerns include scarcity mindset and imposter syndrome, microaggressions, LGBTQ+ identity development, and immigration mental health.
![Photo of Charlotte Ormond, PhD, MBA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50f7058a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Charlotte Ormond
Psychologist, PhD, MBA
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello! I am a therapist who draws heavily on approaches such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems to help someone make deep changes in their life. Common issues include relationships, work, health or some other kind of painful or challenging transition. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stressed, burned out, stuck, or overcome by confusing emotions. I can work closely with you to help you gain clarity and confidence. I would collaborate with you to explore in a very curious, accepting and compassionate way what you need to feel empowered to create a more meaningful and satisfying life for yourself.
Hello! I am a therapist who draws heavily on approaches such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems to help someone make deep changes in their life. Common issues include relationships, work, health or some other kind of painful or challenging transition. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stressed, burned out, stuck, or overcome by confusing emotions. I can work closely with you to help you gain clarity and confidence. I would collaborate with you to explore in a very curious, accepting and compassionate way what you need to feel empowered to create a more meaningful and satisfying life for yourself.
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Alexis Verdusco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303 (Online Only)
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. For me, therapy is about becoming the best version of yourself. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings with all age groups. My approach to therapy will always vary depending on each patient's individual needs however, I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy interventions. Early in my career, I had a supervisor who required me to read from the great Brene Brown.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. For me, therapy is about becoming the best version of yourself. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings with all age groups. My approach to therapy will always vary depending on each patient's individual needs however, I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy interventions. Early in my career, I had a supervisor who required me to read from the great Brene Brown.
![Photo of Bella Stitt Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, LPCC, LCSW, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e144744b-13cf-4643-bab9-ae884731a512/3/320x400.jpeg)
Bella Stitt Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPCC, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Is excessive worry or anxiety limiting your life? Do you want to feel better and live a happier life? Helping our clients overcome social anxiety, public speaking fears, OCD, panic, excessive worry and depression is our primary focus. By using proven therapy methods (We are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy specialists) we will focus on specific problems, solutions, and reachable goals. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy and help you get results to improve your emotions and your life. By doing this we can help rather quickly. Call to schedule a free phone consultation.
Is excessive worry or anxiety limiting your life? Do you want to feel better and live a happier life? Helping our clients overcome social anxiety, public speaking fears, OCD, panic, excessive worry and depression is our primary focus. By using proven therapy methods (We are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy specialists) we will focus on specific problems, solutions, and reachable goals. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy and help you get results to improve your emotions and your life. By doing this we can help rather quickly. Call to schedule a free phone consultation.
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Ashley Ayala
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94304 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Accredited Parenting Coach, and Founder of The Modern Parent. Through my deep healing work with families, I have learned how vital it is to fully understand yourself in order to show up in alignment with whom you want to be. The clients I work with are ready to better understand how their current and past stressors, relationships, and concerns are getting in the way of living life fully and enjoying it. We peel back the layers and story that we have been told about the "problem" or how we view the "problem" and shift this narrative to one that allows us to function in a way we deserve.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Accredited Parenting Coach, and Founder of The Modern Parent. Through my deep healing work with families, I have learned how vital it is to fully understand yourself in order to show up in alignment with whom you want to be. The clients I work with are ready to better understand how their current and past stressors, relationships, and concerns are getting in the way of living life fully and enjoying it. We peel back the layers and story that we have been told about the "problem" or how we view the "problem" and shift this narrative to one that allows us to function in a way we deserve.
![Photo of Julia Zubillaga, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c37e350-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of neurodevelopmental difficulties, including ADHD, developmental delays, and learning-related issues, as well as medically related neurocognitive dysfunction. I also conduct individual psychotherapy with similar focus. I work with children of all ages through young adulthood. I take pride in helping my clients and their families with unanswered questions about their struggles at home, school, and/or work, and enjoy helping them find solutions and providing them with recommendations to alleviate their concerns.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in neuropsychological assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of neurodevelopmental difficulties, including ADHD, developmental delays, and learning-related issues, as well as medically related neurocognitive dysfunction. I also conduct individual psychotherapy with similar focus. I work with children of all ages through young adulthood. I take pride in helping my clients and their families with unanswered questions about their struggles at home, school, and/or work, and enjoy helping them find solutions and providing them with recommendations to alleviate their concerns.
![Photo of Farooq Malik, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4cafa8e2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I provide therapy for those experiencing a wide range of life challenges including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, trauma recovery, grief and loss, life transitions and relationship concerns. With my background in Technology and corporate work (over a decade) I am very conversant and knowledgeable of that world. I have extensive experience and expertise in working with Anxiety, relationship issues and highly sensitive people.
I provide therapy for those experiencing a wide range of life challenges including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, trauma recovery, grief and loss, life transitions and relationship concerns. With my background in Technology and corporate work (over a decade) I am very conversant and knowledgeable of that world. I have extensive experience and expertise in working with Anxiety, relationship issues and highly sensitive people.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94302 (Online Only)
My professional philosophy with regards to physical, mental and sexual health is that everyone should be able to discuss their experiences in a safe environment. Too often people are embarrassed or afraid to discuss these things with anyone and feel isolated. Many people have a difficult time discussing their physical, mental and sexual needs/ issues. My goal is to provide an accepting environment for clients to explore their needs and wants. Therapy is an effective and confidential way to grow as a person and learn healthy ways to connect with others and yourself.
My professional philosophy with regards to physical, mental and sexual health is that everyone should be able to discuss their experiences in a safe environment. Too often people are embarrassed or afraid to discuss these things with anyone and feel isolated. Many people have a difficult time discussing their physical, mental and sexual needs/ issues. My goal is to provide an accepting environment for clients to explore their needs and wants. Therapy is an effective and confidential way to grow as a person and learn healthy ways to connect with others and yourself.
![Photo of Richard D Abbey, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c21c624-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/5/320x400.jpeg)
What do I do if my child can focus on interesting things but takes 3 hours to do 30 minutes of homework? What if my child doesn't seem to be doing as well as I thought they would in school, can something be done? How do I stop feeling so down and blue, or anxious? What if I had a concussion and I am not getting better, but the doctor told me to just rest and do nothing, are there ways for me to improve my condition? Do I have the early signs of dementia? what can be done if I do? My child went to college and failed, is there hope for them to get better? I provide solutions to these questions and more!
What do I do if my child can focus on interesting things but takes 3 hours to do 30 minutes of homework? What if my child doesn't seem to be doing as well as I thought they would in school, can something be done? How do I stop feeling so down and blue, or anxious? What if I had a concussion and I am not getting better, but the doctor told me to just rest and do nothing, are there ways for me to improve my condition? Do I have the early signs of dementia? what can be done if I do? My child went to college and failed, is there hope for them to get better? I provide solutions to these questions and more!
![Photo of Peter Scheufele, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51d1acea-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Struggling with anxiety, depression, stress? I am available to help. I am a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of experience providing care for adults. I will assist you with resolving your current distress with cognitive and behavioral techniques, that may also help reduce problems in the future. I also tailor therapy to best suit the individual needs of each client I work with. I meet with clients in-person or remotely according to your preference.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, stress? I am available to help. I am a licensed psychologist with over 10 years of experience providing care for adults. I will assist you with resolving your current distress with cognitive and behavioral techniques, that may also help reduce problems in the future. I also tailor therapy to best suit the individual needs of each client I work with. I meet with clients in-person or remotely according to your preference.
![Photo of Lisa Talbot, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f40654db-97ac-4f0c-9ffd-00e73f8485b8/1/320x400.jpeg)
I view therapy as an opportunity for individuals to enhance their overall well-being and engagement with their lives. I create a warm and safe environment and work collaboratively with clients, taking a holistic approach. I have specific expertise in treating insomnia, anxiety, and depression. I am also passionate about working with families of children with special needs. I practice evidence-based psychotherapy, drawing from models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Within the context of a strong therapist-client relationship, I help individuals to develop goals, consistently move toward these goals, and track progress.
I view therapy as an opportunity for individuals to enhance their overall well-being and engagement with their lives. I create a warm and safe environment and work collaboratively with clients, taking a holistic approach. I have specific expertise in treating insomnia, anxiety, and depression. I am also passionate about working with families of children with special needs. I practice evidence-based psychotherapy, drawing from models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Within the context of a strong therapist-client relationship, I help individuals to develop goals, consistently move toward these goals, and track progress.
![Photo of Amy Keezer Yanagawa, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e978512-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in working with adults, families, children and teens who are struggling with the ever increasing stress we face on a daily basis. Often symptoms manifest as anxiety and depression, and when one member of the family is in crises or requiring extra care it can take a toll on the whole system. I have worked with families and children who are struggling with mental health for over a decade, and I understand how frustrating it can be to find the right kind of help. I'm here to offer practical solutions and support as we work together to achieve positive changes.
I specialize in working with adults, families, children and teens who are struggling with the ever increasing stress we face on a daily basis. Often symptoms manifest as anxiety and depression, and when one member of the family is in crises or requiring extra care it can take a toll on the whole system. I have worked with families and children who are struggling with mental health for over a decade, and I understand how frustrating it can be to find the right kind of help. I'm here to offer practical solutions and support as we work together to achieve positive changes.
![Photo of Alice Ruzicka, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c465723-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My typical client is a child or young adult who is struggling in school. My job is to determine why he or she is struggling and to prescribe solutions. To do this I must have a full picture of the individual's strengths and areas of need. I also see adults and seniors. I have many years of experience of assisting people of a wide variety of ages and assist parents through the school system and through their lives. Please call if you have questions that I might be able to answer.
My typical client is a child or young adult who is struggling in school. My job is to determine why he or she is struggling and to prescribe solutions. To do this I must have a full picture of the individual's strengths and areas of need. I also see adults and seniors. I have many years of experience of assisting people of a wide variety of ages and assist parents through the school system and through their lives. Please call if you have questions that I might be able to answer.
![Photo of Dr. Z. Seda Sahin, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b2adc1c-df0c-4838-93c4-cf0f4e49bf04/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Z. Seda Sahin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94306 (Online Only)
Reaching out for help can be scary but it's also very courageous. Congratulations on taking the first step. It would be my honor to work with you. In individual, couple, or family sessions, I work with my clients to create inner and outer peace using evidence-based modalities. I believe that the healing journey is about creating awareness of our already existing inner resources and adding more to our resource toolbox so we can live our best life. I often work with clients facing life transitions, conflict, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Together we discuss how to increase positivity and find confidence in one’s own abilities.
Reaching out for help can be scary but it's also very courageous. Congratulations on taking the first step. It would be my honor to work with you. In individual, couple, or family sessions, I work with my clients to create inner and outer peace using evidence-based modalities. I believe that the healing journey is about creating awareness of our already existing inner resources and adding more to our resource toolbox so we can live our best life. I often work with clients facing life transitions, conflict, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Together we discuss how to increase positivity and find confidence in one’s own abilities.
![Photo of Meghan Eileen Howe, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44e42c27-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello! I am a LCSW passionate about working with individuals and families struggling with severe mood and anxiety. As you can see from my picture I have a compassionate yet light-hearted spirit that connects well with kids of all ages. For 11 years, I worked in the Pediatric Bipolar Disorders Program at Stanford creating and modifying therapeutic treatment modalities for children and families. For this reason, I am best suited for clients with mood or anxiety disorders, behavioral difficulties, & suicidal tendencies. I see the most success when I am permitted to work with the client and the family simultaneously.
Hello! I am a LCSW passionate about working with individuals and families struggling with severe mood and anxiety. As you can see from my picture I have a compassionate yet light-hearted spirit that connects well with kids of all ages. For 11 years, I worked in the Pediatric Bipolar Disorders Program at Stanford creating and modifying therapeutic treatment modalities for children and families. For this reason, I am best suited for clients with mood or anxiety disorders, behavioral difficulties, & suicidal tendencies. I see the most success when I am permitted to work with the client and the family simultaneously.
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Trudy Kammerer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94303 (Online Only)
Trudy is a compassionate and dedicated therapist with over a decade experience in the field of mental health and family counseling. Her unwavering commitment to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges has made her a respected professional within the therapeutic community. With a deep understanding of the human experience, Trudy specializes in working with diverse populations dealing with a range of issues.
Trudy is a compassionate and dedicated therapist with over a decade experience in the field of mental health and family counseling. Her unwavering commitment to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges has made her a respected professional within the therapeutic community. With a deep understanding of the human experience, Trudy specializes in working with diverse populations dealing with a range of issues.
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Number of Therapists in Palo Alto, CA
900+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Palo Alto, CA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
82% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Stress |
66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
56% | Aetna |
50% | Cigna and Evernorth |
43% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Palo Alto, CA see their clients
64% | In Person and Online | |
36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |