Adults Therapists in Pleasanton, CA
Silvia Esquivias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi. I’m Silvia Esquivias. Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of clinical experience in working with individuals and families. I provide Individual Psychotherapy, and my primary focus is working with adults. My specialty areas of practice include Grief & Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Life Transitions, Workplace Stress, Burnout, Adjustment to New Medical Diagnosis, Living with Chronic Illness. I have a passion for helping people heal, grow, and thrive.
Hi. I’m Silvia Esquivias. Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of clinical experience in working with individuals and families. I provide Individual Psychotherapy, and my primary focus is working with adults. My specialty areas of practice include Grief & Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Panic, Life Transitions, Workplace Stress, Burnout, Adjustment to New Medical Diagnosis, Living with Chronic Illness. I have a passion for helping people heal, grow, and thrive.
Christine Leyva Buccio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Christine Leyva Buccio. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. For the past 15 years, I have dedicated my life to improving the psychological health of families including adults, adolescents, and children in the Greater Los Angeles Area. My expertise is with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who present with various mental disorders (i.e., mood, anxiety; behavioral), addiction, and a history of trauma. My strengths are my ability to transcend into my client's world without any bias or discrimination using my own testimony as empowerment.
My name is Christine Leyva Buccio. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. For the past 15 years, I have dedicated my life to improving the psychological health of families including adults, adolescents, and children in the Greater Los Angeles Area. My expertise is with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who present with various mental disorders (i.e., mood, anxiety; behavioral), addiction, and a history of trauma. My strengths are my ability to transcend into my client's world without any bias or discrimination using my own testimony as empowerment.
Jessica Hyles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Jessica Hyles, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with clients via telehealth in the state of California. I primarily work with adolescents and adults and specialize in grief, chronic illness, and life transitions, utilizing an integrative approach to therapy to best fit the unique needs and goals of each individual. I meet each client where they are at with a warm, empathetic presence. As you are the expert of your own life, I most frequently use Person-Centered Therapy to establish a trusting environment and create a non-judgmental space to explore any life challenges you may be facing.
My name is Jessica Hyles, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with clients via telehealth in the state of California. I primarily work with adolescents and adults and specialize in grief, chronic illness, and life transitions, utilizing an integrative approach to therapy to best fit the unique needs and goals of each individual. I meet each client where they are at with a warm, empathetic presence. As you are the expert of your own life, I most frequently use Person-Centered Therapy to establish a trusting environment and create a non-judgmental space to explore any life challenges you may be facing.
Glenn Ferdinand
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Primarily with adults dealing with depression and anxiety, relationship issues, grief issues; Marital issues.
Hello, my name is Glenn P. Ferdinand, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I use a “client-centered” approach, that will help you develop insight into how the past may be affecting your present, re-frame your thinking to give you a different perspective, and actively process any unresolved pain. Therapy can help you get "unstuck" as you begin to heal and move forward in your life. I provide a safe space in which we can start on this journey together, in a confidential, caring, non-judgmental environment. Top Specialties are Depression, Anxiety, and Relationship Issues.
Primarily with adults dealing with depression and anxiety, relationship issues, grief issues; Marital issues.
Hello, my name is Glenn P. Ferdinand, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I use a “client-centered” approach, that will help you develop insight into how the past may be affecting your present, re-frame your thinking to give you a different perspective, and actively process any unresolved pain. Therapy can help you get "unstuck" as you begin to heal and move forward in your life. I provide a safe space in which we can start on this journey together, in a confidential, caring, non-judgmental environment. Top Specialties are Depression, Anxiety, and Relationship Issues.
Nikki Linde
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I’ve found that my way of working is especially helpful for adults who are dealing with the effects of trauma, such as anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction.
My name is Nikki Linde, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) serving clients throughout California via telehealth from my base outside of Sacramento. I believe that a strong therapist-client relationship is crucial for effective healing. My approach adapts to each client’s individual needs. EFT helps both the therapist and client develop awareness, and acceptance, and fosters corrective emotional experiences within the therapy setting leading to healing and growth. I strive to help my clients significantly improve their mental health and overall well-being.
I’ve found that my way of working is especially helpful for adults who are dealing with the effects of trauma, such as anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction.
My name is Nikki Linde, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) serving clients throughout California via telehealth from my base outside of Sacramento. I believe that a strong therapist-client relationship is crucial for effective healing. My approach adapts to each client’s individual needs. EFT helps both the therapist and client develop awareness, and acceptance, and fosters corrective emotional experiences within the therapy setting leading to healing and growth. I strive to help my clients significantly improve their mental health and overall well-being.
Hi there, I’m Lucy! My name is Lucy Olsen and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Hi there, I’m Lucy! My name is Lucy Olsen and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Ann Woodward Hines
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who has enjoyed a deeply gratifying private practice for 30 years. I see children, adolescents, and adults in my office in Capitola, CA, as well as via telehealth. Local colleagues and physicians refer to me for their clients to work through settling anxiety, move through depression, and find their ground again after divorce, trauma, and life's challenges.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who has enjoyed a deeply gratifying private practice for 30 years. I see children, adolescents, and adults in my office in Capitola, CA, as well as via telehealth. Local colleagues and physicians refer to me for their clients to work through settling anxiety, move through depression, and find their ground again after divorce, trauma, and life's challenges.
Ricardo Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Ricardo Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who would like to help you through this time in your life's journey. I am based out of Sunnyvale, CA with clients throughout the great golden state of California. I currently offer Telehealth services only (sorry, no in-person sessions at this time). I work with adolescents, adults, individuals, and families who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, or depression. My therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing to help you along your life’s journey.
Hello, my name is Ricardo Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who would like to help you through this time in your life's journey. I am based out of Sunnyvale, CA with clients throughout the great golden state of California. I currently offer Telehealth services only (sorry, no in-person sessions at this time). I work with adolescents, adults, individuals, and families who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, or depression. My therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing to help you along your life’s journey.
Karen Linares
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I work with diverse client populations including children, adolescents, and adults facing depression, anxiety, and trauma during life transitions.
Hello, my name is Karen Linares I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I have been practicing therapy for 8 years +. My mission is to facilitate a therapeutic environment that is client-focused and through a trauma-informed lens. I encourage, support, and promote client self-determination and autonomy in their journey of healing and growth. A collaborative approach/trauma-informed care, and client-focused emphasizing on meeting clients where they are at and working on growing clients' toolbox/skills to face life’s challenges through resiliency.
I work with diverse client populations including children, adolescents, and adults facing depression, anxiety, and trauma during life transitions.
Hello, my name is Karen Linares I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I have been practicing therapy for 8 years +. My mission is to facilitate a therapeutic environment that is client-focused and through a trauma-informed lens. I encourage, support, and promote client self-determination and autonomy in their journey of healing and growth. A collaborative approach/trauma-informed care, and client-focused emphasizing on meeting clients where they are at and working on growing clients' toolbox/skills to face life’s challenges through resiliency.
Jennifer Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My name is Jennifer Susan Jones and I care deeply about connecting with clients, building rapport, and holding the therapeutic space. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, wife, mother, nature-lover, and fitness enthusiast. I specialize in kids 9 and up, teens, women's issues, older adults, and patients navigating medical care. I work with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Jennifer Susan Jones and I care deeply about connecting with clients, building rapport, and holding the therapeutic space. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, wife, mother, nature-lover, and fitness enthusiast. I specialize in kids 9 and up, teens, women's issues, older adults, and patients navigating medical care. I work with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Denise Manandik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Denise! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I am dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve personal insight and meaningful change in their lives. I specialize in helping people who are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, major life transitions, and relationships. I have over 20 years of experience and have worked with adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children, enriching my understanding of diverse challenges.
Hi, I'm Denise! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I am dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve personal insight and meaningful change in their lives. I specialize in helping people who are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, grief, divorce, major life transitions, and relationships. I have over 20 years of experience and have worked with adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children, enriching my understanding of diverse challenges.
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I enjoy working with older teens (who choose to be in treatment), and younger and older adults grappling with life transition and their changing roles across the lifespan.
Melinda Fay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialization in Art Therapy. I received my MA in Psychology from Phillips Graduate Institute in 2002. A lifelong love of art, nature, and travel imbue my practice. I enjoy working with individuals, teens willing to be in therapy, and couples who are both motivated for treatment. My focus is on issues related to identity, changing roles, and life transition. I address the thinking and behavior patterns that are out of sync with the client's identified core values and together we aim to transform them.
I enjoy working with older teens (who choose to be in treatment), and younger and older adults grappling with life transition and their changing roles across the lifespan.
Melinda Fay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialization in Art Therapy. I received my MA in Psychology from Phillips Graduate Institute in 2002. A lifelong love of art, nature, and travel imbue my practice. I enjoy working with individuals, teens willing to be in therapy, and couples who are both motivated for treatment. My focus is on issues related to identity, changing roles, and life transition. I address the thinking and behavior patterns that are out of sync with the client's identified core values and together we aim to transform them.
Monica Guitierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I’m Monica Gutierrez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I enjoy being a support to my clients during this journey of self-discovery and healing. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, and work stressors. I have found that in my experience in therapy, I work well with adults in all phases of life and different backgrounds. I assist my clients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and daily stressors. I assist clients with developing coping skills and building support systems to get them through difficult life transitions.
I’m Monica Gutierrez, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I enjoy being a support to my clients during this journey of self-discovery and healing. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, and work stressors. I have found that in my experience in therapy, I work well with adults in all phases of life and different backgrounds. I assist my clients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and daily stressors. I assist clients with developing coping skills and building support systems to get them through difficult life transitions.
Stephanie Sanders
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I love working with teens, young adults, and adults who are managing difficult life transitions such as college, career, family, etc.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) based in California. I received my Master's Degree from Brandman University in Monterey, CA, and have been practicing for the last 6 years. I help individuals with trauma, addiction, and feelings of anxiety, stress, hopelessness, and depression with learning the coping skills necessary for the healing to truly begin. I will be with you on that journey of healing and the path to finding your authentic self, gaining confidence and contentment both internally and externally.
I love working with teens, young adults, and adults who are managing difficult life transitions such as college, career, family, etc.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) based in California. I received my Master's Degree from Brandman University in Monterey, CA, and have been practicing for the last 6 years. I help individuals with trauma, addiction, and feelings of anxiety, stress, hopelessness, and depression with learning the coping skills necessary for the healing to truly begin. I will be with you on that journey of healing and the path to finding your authentic self, gaining confidence and contentment both internally and externally.
Kelly Castillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Kelly Castillo I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15 years' experience. I have helped individuals who have experienced difficulties in their life from childhood trauma, loss, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and life changes. I have always had a desire and a passion of mine to help others from an early age. I volunteered in elementary school special needs classes. After my bachelor's degree, I worked with developmentally disabled children and young adults and the juvenile detention center.
Hello, my name is Kelly Castillo I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15 years' experience. I have helped individuals who have experienced difficulties in their life from childhood trauma, loss, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and life changes. I have always had a desire and a passion of mine to help others from an early age. I volunteered in elementary school special needs classes. After my bachelor's degree, I worked with developmentally disabled children and young adults and the juvenile detention center.
I am Dr. Laudati, a licensed Psychologist in CA. I approach therapy with a positive attitude, thinking that I can help people achieve their goals, whether those goals are work, relationships, personal, or social. I work with adults only, over 18. I like to help with work problems, social issues, behavior problems, grief, and transitional issues. My communication style is casual, convivial, and easygoing. I especially want my patients to feel at ease when talking with me.
I am Dr. Laudati, a licensed Psychologist in CA. I approach therapy with a positive attitude, thinking that I can help people achieve their goals, whether those goals are work, relationships, personal, or social. I work with adults only, over 18. I like to help with work problems, social issues, behavior problems, grief, and transitional issues. My communication style is casual, convivial, and easygoing. I especially want my patients to feel at ease when talking with me.
I have experience working with adolescents:13-17 yrs, Adults: 18-100 yrs Families, Couples, LGBTQ, and TRANS.
Hello, my name is Derek Scott Hoxby, LMFT, CADC-II, MFC LIC 49029 CADC-II A4110710 I have an extensive background in addiction treatment: alcohol, drugs, sex, and porn. I utilize CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and the John Gottman strategies. Clients learn that thoughts create feelings, mood then affect. With couples and families, my job is to provide a safe place where effective communication can develop, listening, and most importantly the ability to respond to each other rather than react/ conflict resolution. I treat compulsive sexual behaviors, chemical dependency, anger management & PTSD.
I have experience working with adolescents:13-17 yrs, Adults: 18-100 yrs Families, Couples, LGBTQ, and TRANS.
Hello, my name is Derek Scott Hoxby, LMFT, CADC-II, MFC LIC 49029 CADC-II A4110710 I have an extensive background in addiction treatment: alcohol, drugs, sex, and porn. I utilize CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and the John Gottman strategies. Clients learn that thoughts create feelings, mood then affect. With couples and families, my job is to provide a safe place where effective communication can develop, listening, and most importantly the ability to respond to each other rather than react/ conflict resolution. I treat compulsive sexual behaviors, chemical dependency, anger management & PTSD.
Sarah J Ou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of CA. I have experience working with children, families, and older adults. Throughout the years, I have found my passion working with women and older adults. Whatever brings you on your search for a therapist, whether it be trauma or loss, you don't have to walk through it alone. The biggest influence on my therapy practice is my own experience in therapy. Going to therapy is hard work (not to mention expensive!) - but I saw measurable differences in myself. This is data I draw upon when I say that change is always possible.
Hello! My name is Sarah and I am a clinical social worker licensed in the state of CA. I have experience working with children, families, and older adults. Throughout the years, I have found my passion working with women and older adults. Whatever brings you on your search for a therapist, whether it be trauma or loss, you don't have to walk through it alone. The biggest influence on my therapy practice is my own experience in therapy. Going to therapy is hard work (not to mention expensive!) - but I saw measurable differences in myself. This is data I draw upon when I say that change is always possible.
Joseph Pickman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
I offer culturally responsive therapy for adults at all life stages, focusing on trauma's impact, the connection between thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and change motivation.
Greetings. I'm Joe Pickman. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Los Angeles. I support adults, couples, adolescents, and families through life's challenges, aiming to improve relationships and overall well-being. I offer Telehealth for all California residents and in-person sessions for those in L.A. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs, blending psychodynamic, attachment-focused, and behavioral methods. For some clients, I use EMDR and IFS to help reframe traumatic experiences and break unhelpful patterns.
I offer culturally responsive therapy for adults at all life stages, focusing on trauma's impact, the connection between thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and change motivation.
Greetings. I'm Joe Pickman. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Los Angeles. I support adults, couples, adolescents, and families through life's challenges, aiming to improve relationships and overall well-being. I offer Telehealth for all California residents and in-person sessions for those in L.A. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual's needs, blending psychodynamic, attachment-focused, and behavioral methods. For some clients, I use EMDR and IFS to help reframe traumatic experiences and break unhelpful patterns.
Dimitri Quaglierini
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, CA 94566 (Online Only)
My experience is working with children and adolescents in an inpatient hospital setting and young adults who suffer from a wide range of mental health diagnoses.
There are times in life when we need someone to talk to about feelings of anxiety, depression, or constant worry. We will work together to understand and find coping solutions to these life stressors and feelings that you are experiencing. Overcoming challenges in life begins with how you think. I will encourage you to re-think and find solutions and coping strategies to help you to become free of the worries that have hindered your growth. I am a licensed MFT with a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University and completed my undergraduate studies at Saint Mary’s College in the Bay Area.
My experience is working with children and adolescents in an inpatient hospital setting and young adults who suffer from a wide range of mental health diagnoses.
There are times in life when we need someone to talk to about feelings of anxiety, depression, or constant worry. We will work together to understand and find coping solutions to these life stressors and feelings that you are experiencing. Overcoming challenges in life begins with how you think. I will encourage you to re-think and find solutions and coping strategies to help you to become free of the worries that have hindered your growth. I am a licensed MFT with a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University and completed my undergraduate studies at Saint Mary’s College in the Bay Area.
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