Psychodynamic Therapists in Redwood City, CA
Do you want to make changes in your life and are not sure where to start? You are not alone, and I'm here to help. Finding a therapist when you are struggling can be overwhelming. I am a warm, compassionate, open-minded therapist, who works collaboratively with you to nurture personal growth and healing. Therapy can help you to move forward, building resilience, gaining new insights, abilities, and a better sense of yourself. I will partner with you to discover your strengths, practice new coping strategies, and shift old patterns that no longer serve you.
Do you want to make changes in your life and are not sure where to start? You are not alone, and I'm here to help. Finding a therapist when you are struggling can be overwhelming. I am a warm, compassionate, open-minded therapist, who works collaboratively with you to nurture personal growth and healing. Therapy can help you to move forward, building resilience, gaining new insights, abilities, and a better sense of yourself. I will partner with you to discover your strengths, practice new coping strategies, and shift old patterns that no longer serve you.
Lauren Real
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94061 (Online Only)
I know it's really courageous and hard to reach out for help when you are suffering. Whether you are coming in individually, as part of a couple or as a family - therapy can be a helpful space to untangle the messiness of life and relationships. I bring honesty, insight, authenticity and a sense of humor to the work! I have a genuine desire to see you build the relationships and life that you want.
I know it's really courageous and hard to reach out for help when you are suffering. Whether you are coming in individually, as part of a couple or as a family - therapy can be a helpful space to untangle the messiness of life and relationships. I bring honesty, insight, authenticity and a sense of humor to the work! I have a genuine desire to see you build the relationships and life that you want.
I believe change is rooted in making the unconscious conscious. Rather than just treat the symptoms you may be struggling with, I enjoy journeying deeper with you, trying to understand the root of the issue. As you grow to understand your mind, you will begin to make more mindful, intentional life choices, toward a more satisfying life.
I believe change is rooted in making the unconscious conscious. Rather than just treat the symptoms you may be struggling with, I enjoy journeying deeper with you, trying to understand the root of the issue. As you grow to understand your mind, you will begin to make more mindful, intentional life choices, toward a more satisfying life.
Dario Sarmienta
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94064 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to navigate these struggles alone. I am Dario Sarmienta, a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist committed to working with individuals like you. Having walked with individuals from diverse backgrounds for over three years, I understand how life's challenges can become a struggle, and I'm here to help you navigate them. Your experience of grief is unique and can be unexplainably hard. I value your journey and offer a compassionate safe space to explore your feelings of pain and uncertainty, guiding you towards healing and finding new sources of strength.
Do you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges? You do not have to navigate these struggles alone. I am Dario Sarmienta, a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist committed to working with individuals like you. Having walked with individuals from diverse backgrounds for over three years, I understand how life's challenges can become a struggle, and I'm here to help you navigate them. Your experience of grief is unique and can be unexplainably hard. I value your journey and offer a compassionate safe space to explore your feelings of pain and uncertainty, guiding you towards healing and finding new sources of strength.
Finding the RIGHT therapist makes all the difference in your experience and is critical to making the positive changes you desire. This is a personal decision that should meet your specific needs. It is important to pick a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and whose style fits you. My therapy style is warm, empathetic and inviting but can also be challenging. The work I do with patients is deep rooted - which means at times you may feel uncomfortable. However, my patients grow and challenge themselves in ways that continually surprise them.
Finding the RIGHT therapist makes all the difference in your experience and is critical to making the positive changes you desire. This is a personal decision that should meet your specific needs. It is important to pick a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and whose style fits you. My therapy style is warm, empathetic and inviting but can also be challenging. The work I do with patients is deep rooted - which means at times you may feel uncomfortable. However, my patients grow and challenge themselves in ways that continually surprise them.
When your life is painful and you have worries that overwhelm you, it helps to speak with someone who can help you experience your life and relationships from a new perspective. You and I will collaborate to bring about shifts in thoughts and feelings that can promote a more creative engagement with life, better connections with the people around you, and the ability to make better choices. I have over 20 years experience in treating the depression and anxiety that come from ways of being and thinking that have become damaging.
When your life is painful and you have worries that overwhelm you, it helps to speak with someone who can help you experience your life and relationships from a new perspective. You and I will collaborate to bring about shifts in thoughts and feelings that can promote a more creative engagement with life, better connections with the people around you, and the ability to make better choices. I have over 20 years experience in treating the depression and anxiety that come from ways of being and thinking that have become damaging.
Often people seek support when it feels like "something" isn't working - perhaps in a relationship, your career, or within yourself. That feeling may be connected to a specific event, relationship, or personal trait, or it might be hard to identify that "something." As we get to know each other, we'll work to identify what's not working and determine how to bring change and relief. We'll likely notice patterns in your relationships, ways of approaching problems, or in how you see the world. Then we'll explore how these patterns impact your life, so you have the power to choose whether to continue them or develop new patterns.
Often people seek support when it feels like "something" isn't working - perhaps in a relationship, your career, or within yourself. That feeling may be connected to a specific event, relationship, or personal trait, or it might be hard to identify that "something." As we get to know each other, we'll work to identify what's not working and determine how to bring change and relief. We'll likely notice patterns in your relationships, ways of approaching problems, or in how you see the world. Then we'll explore how these patterns impact your life, so you have the power to choose whether to continue them or develop new patterns.
Sheryl is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She is dedicated to helping adults, adolescents and families recover from trauma, loss and thrive while coping with chronic medical conditions. Trained in transpersonal psychology, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR, she uses a holistic approach and is skilled in individualizing the care she offers. Serving in local nonprofit agencies and private practice, Sheryl has offered extensive support to foster and adoptive families and to individuals ready to deepen their personal relationships. Sheryl is able to help individuals reduce anxiety, improve their mood, restore hope, and reconnect with their community.
Sheryl is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She is dedicated to helping adults, adolescents and families recover from trauma, loss and thrive while coping with chronic medical conditions. Trained in transpersonal psychology, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR, she uses a holistic approach and is skilled in individualizing the care she offers. Serving in local nonprofit agencies and private practice, Sheryl has offered extensive support to foster and adoptive families and to individuals ready to deepen their personal relationships. Sheryl is able to help individuals reduce anxiety, improve their mood, restore hope, and reconnect with their community.
I have over 10 years of practice in the mental health field working with children, adolescents, and families in a wide range of diverse settings, such as treatment facilities, elementary schools, home-based environments, wraparound services, and clinical and private practice offices. I have experience working with a variety of presenting issues, particularly transitional life stages for teenagers and young adults, depression, anxiety, grief, and difficulty managing personal, relational, and/or professional stress.
I have over 10 years of practice in the mental health field working with children, adolescents, and families in a wide range of diverse settings, such as treatment facilities, elementary schools, home-based environments, wraparound services, and clinical and private practice offices. I have experience working with a variety of presenting issues, particularly transitional life stages for teenagers and young adults, depression, anxiety, grief, and difficulty managing personal, relational, and/or professional stress.
Pyar Khatri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94062 (Online Only)
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We are unfortunately not born with a manual on how to live life. It’s unpredictable complexities jolt us out of the path we had so carefully planned for ourselves, and leave us in a place of feeling lost. These obstacles can appear in various ways; parenting, relationships, work, loss, violence and sometimes do not appear at all except for a knot in our stomach. What does one do when the next step is not clear? It is in these moments of uncertainty where I can be of help. There is no right or wrong reason, or person, for therapy; it is an opportunity to put life on pause for an hour, while we work together to uncover the next step.
We are unfortunately not born with a manual on how to live life. It’s unpredictable complexities jolt us out of the path we had so carefully planned for ourselves, and leave us in a place of feeling lost. These obstacles can appear in various ways; parenting, relationships, work, loss, violence and sometimes do not appear at all except for a knot in our stomach. What does one do when the next step is not clear? It is in these moments of uncertainty where I can be of help. There is no right or wrong reason, or person, for therapy; it is an opportunity to put life on pause for an hour, while we work together to uncover the next step.
Hello, my name is Sonia Díaz, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients all over California via telehealth. It is my passion to support others as they seek to better their lives and bring about wellness in many different areas. My approach is holistic in nature and client-centered. In this way, we can incorporate an integrative and humanistic approach that respects, validates, and supports your individual goals.
Hello, my name is Sonia Díaz, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with clients all over California via telehealth. It is my passion to support others as they seek to better their lives and bring about wellness in many different areas. My approach is holistic in nature and client-centered. In this way, we can incorporate an integrative and humanistic approach that respects, validates, and supports your individual goals.
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Those I work with often experience preoccupation and rumination that distract them from accessing joy and living in the present moment. Although uncertainties in life will never cease, we can learn skillful ways of managing them. My approach is balanced: recognizing anxiety as being an inevitable part of the human experience while helping to manage and reduce it. Defining your values and deeper sense of meaning will serve as motivators and anchor our work. Together, we will address how avoidance and control strategies interfere with the changes you’d like to make in your life and collaborate on a path to action.
Those I work with often experience preoccupation and rumination that distract them from accessing joy and living in the present moment. Although uncertainties in life will never cease, we can learn skillful ways of managing them. My approach is balanced: recognizing anxiety as being an inevitable part of the human experience while helping to manage and reduce it. Defining your values and deeper sense of meaning will serve as motivators and anchor our work. Together, we will address how avoidance and control strategies interfere with the changes you’d like to make in your life and collaborate on a path to action.
I have a warm and compassionate approach focusing on the present moment. I support teens, pre teens, parents, families, individuals and couples deal with their challenges in a safe and supportive environment. I am experienced in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions to name a few. I have extensive training in DBT, CBT, Mindfulness,EMDR and Somatic therapy. I am also fluent in Spanish and through my life lived in four different countries, therefore, enjoy working with a population with diverce cultural background.
I have a warm and compassionate approach focusing on the present moment. I support teens, pre teens, parents, families, individuals and couples deal with their challenges in a safe and supportive environment. I am experienced in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions to name a few. I have extensive training in DBT, CBT, Mindfulness,EMDR and Somatic therapy. I am also fluent in Spanish and through my life lived in four different countries, therefore, enjoy working with a population with diverce cultural background.
Finding yourself or a loved one in a place of internal chaos can feel unmanageable. When you feel overwhelmed in your mind, body, & emotions it can leave you in a dysregulated space. Struggling with difficult relationships either within yourself or with others can have part of you falling back into habitual behaviors. Sometimes you try to avoid your thoughts and feelings as a way to disconnect from internal struggles. You want to feel happy with yourself, relationships, and life so desperately but things seem to fall short. Unfortunately, we all experience events or situations in our lives that can leave us confused, hurt and lost.
Finding yourself or a loved one in a place of internal chaos can feel unmanageable. When you feel overwhelmed in your mind, body, & emotions it can leave you in a dysregulated space. Struggling with difficult relationships either within yourself or with others can have part of you falling back into habitual behaviors. Sometimes you try to avoid your thoughts and feelings as a way to disconnect from internal struggles. You want to feel happy with yourself, relationships, and life so desperately but things seem to fall short. Unfortunately, we all experience events or situations in our lives that can leave us confused, hurt and lost.
Want to work on some difficult issues? Depressed, anxious, angry, uncertain or confused? Are there perhaps relationship issues? I provide a warm, caring and safe environment to work on your problems and I have an eclectic approach to psychotherapy. Together we can strive to achieve healing, stability, growth and happiness.
Want to work on some difficult issues? Depressed, anxious, angry, uncertain or confused? Are there perhaps relationship issues? I provide a warm, caring and safe environment to work on your problems and I have an eclectic approach to psychotherapy. Together we can strive to achieve healing, stability, growth and happiness.
Are you feeling down? Not getting as much enjoyment from life as you want? Do you feel tired and worn out all the time? You know things aren't right, but don't know how to fix them. I help people make sense of confusing emotions. Imagine what it would feel like to put these difficult emotions behind you and to be living a life filled with purpose and meaning. I've created a revolutionary depth-oriented therapy program called "The BETR" method, which helps people find long-term relief from challenging emotions. I care deeply about the people I work with, and I look forward to helping you begin living the life you want and deserve.
Are you feeling down? Not getting as much enjoyment from life as you want? Do you feel tired and worn out all the time? You know things aren't right, but don't know how to fix them. I help people make sense of confusing emotions. Imagine what it would feel like to put these difficult emotions behind you and to be living a life filled with purpose and meaning. I've created a revolutionary depth-oriented therapy program called "The BETR" method, which helps people find long-term relief from challenging emotions. I care deeply about the people I work with, and I look forward to helping you begin living the life you want and deserve.
Lezah Pope
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94064 (Online Only)
Hello! My name's Lezah. As a therapist, there are a few beliefs that guide my practice: First, that each person has innate value, worth, and wisdom. Second, our lives are influenced by the systems, environments, and relationships that we are part of. Third, that no matter how broken we may feel, our struggles make sense in the greater context of our stories. I am here to help you to understand how your unique story has shaped you and to provide you with tools for growth. My approach is to go beyond "symptom reduction"; to be by your side as we get to the root of what hurts so that you can reclaim your sense of wholeness.
Hello! My name's Lezah. As a therapist, there are a few beliefs that guide my practice: First, that each person has innate value, worth, and wisdom. Second, our lives are influenced by the systems, environments, and relationships that we are part of. Third, that no matter how broken we may feel, our struggles make sense in the greater context of our stories. I am here to help you to understand how your unique story has shaped you and to provide you with tools for growth. My approach is to go beyond "symptom reduction"; to be by your side as we get to the root of what hurts so that you can reclaim your sense of wholeness.
My primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT). This means that I attend to your thoughts and feelings and to how they influence emotion and overall well-being, now and in the future. CBT offers a number of strategies for promoting change in the direction of one's long term goals. For our treatment to be most effective, you will need to be an active participant and collaborator in establishing your goals. I also ask that you work on treatment in between sessions, and I frequently give homework assignments to assist in the process.
My primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT). This means that I attend to your thoughts and feelings and to how they influence emotion and overall well-being, now and in the future. CBT offers a number of strategies for promoting change in the direction of one's long term goals. For our treatment to be most effective, you will need to be an active participant and collaborator in establishing your goals. I also ask that you work on treatment in between sessions, and I frequently give homework assignments to assist in the process.
When coping styles or life experiences challenge our ability to navigate the world, we often need a guide to help get a different perspective and learn new skills. Chronic distressful emotions/stress, burnout, negative inner dialogue, communication and relationship problems, problematic conflict styles, unmet needs/desires, trauma symptoms, and other difficulties lead to emotional distress and disease. Decode your emotions, manage stress/anxiety, cultivate wisdom, move from depression to finding your passion, resolve grief/trauma and help reclaim your joy, transform unhealthy habits, improve relationships while focusing on what's meaningful for a lifetime of self-awareness and acceptance.
When coping styles or life experiences challenge our ability to navigate the world, we often need a guide to help get a different perspective and learn new skills. Chronic distressful emotions/stress, burnout, negative inner dialogue, communication and relationship problems, problematic conflict styles, unmet needs/desires, trauma symptoms, and other difficulties lead to emotional distress and disease. Decode your emotions, manage stress/anxiety, cultivate wisdom, move from depression to finding your passion, resolve grief/trauma and help reclaim your joy, transform unhealthy habits, improve relationships while focusing on what's meaningful for a lifetime of self-awareness and acceptance.
Mariela Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94063
My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space to share your story and be yourself. I believe in growth, change, breaking cycles, and building the best version of yourself. I value supporting diverse clients in all areas of life and meeting them where they are at. I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety and loss/grief. Therapeutic approaches I use are client centered, CBT, solution focused, mindfulness and trauma informed.
My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space to share your story and be yourself. I believe in growth, change, breaking cycles, and building the best version of yourself. I value supporting diverse clients in all areas of life and meeting them where they are at. I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety and loss/grief. Therapeutic approaches I use are client centered, CBT, solution focused, mindfulness and trauma informed.
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