Existential Therapists in San Jose, CA
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Aroosha Sanchez Marriage and Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125 (Online Only)
My work is deeply attuned to family of origin challenges, existential anxieties and minority group struggles, recognizing the profound impact on individuals and families.
Do you feel stuck? with compassion and empathy, I will guide you toward healing and growth to navigate life’s challenges, relationships, underlying traumas when appropriate and unhealthy family dynamics. I provide trauma-informed care to address root causes of anxieties, promote self-awareness and increase attunement in relationships while helping you gain tools to confront daily stressors and life transitions so you can thrive in your journey towards well-being. I am passionate about my work with women’s mental health, immigration-acculturation challenges, and parents struggling with bonding or those coping with a new diagnosis.
My work is deeply attuned to family of origin challenges, existential anxieties and minority group struggles, recognizing the profound impact on individuals and families.
Do you feel stuck? with compassion and empathy, I will guide you toward healing and growth to navigate life’s challenges, relationships, underlying traumas when appropriate and unhealthy family dynamics. I provide trauma-informed care to address root causes of anxieties, promote self-awareness and increase attunement in relationships while helping you gain tools to confront daily stressors and life transitions so you can thrive in your journey towards well-being. I am passionate about my work with women’s mental health, immigration-acculturation challenges, and parents struggling with bonding or those coping with a new diagnosis.
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I am certified in Existential-Humanistic Psychotherapy, which facilitates genuine and life lasting changes through a powerful process of self-discovery rooted in compassion and presence.
I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek out a therapist. As social beings, we all need support and at certain times we need it more than ever. Speaking to someone you can open up to and trust, knowing you will not be judged, can really make a difference in navigating emotional turmoil, relationships, stress, anxiety, processing trauma, and making our way through major life transitions. At times we may struggle with larger life questions such as, "Who am I?" and "What is my purpose in life?" I am here to help.
I am certified in Existential-Humanistic Psychotherapy, which facilitates genuine and life lasting changes through a powerful process of self-discovery rooted in compassion and presence.
I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek out a therapist. As social beings, we all need support and at certain times we need it more than ever. Speaking to someone you can open up to and trust, knowing you will not be judged, can really make a difference in navigating emotional turmoil, relationships, stress, anxiety, processing trauma, and making our way through major life transitions. At times we may struggle with larger life questions such as, "Who am I?" and "What is my purpose in life?" I am here to help.
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Frederick H Kuttner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Waitlist for new clients
While I will use techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Existential Therapy, my main focus is to help clients connect with their inner life so that they can live an authentic meaningful life.
Are you feeling depressed or anxious about your current life situation? Do you wonder if you can build a meaningful life, a life worth living? Are you grieving the loss of someone you love, or the loss of something you hoped to achieve? Are you in the middle of a life transition such as graduation, retirement, becoming a parent, or changing professions? I help people in these situations get in touch with what they really want so they can move forward with confidence.
While I will use techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Existential Therapy, my main focus is to help clients connect with their inner life so that they can live an authentic meaningful life.
Are you feeling depressed or anxious about your current life situation? Do you wonder if you can build a meaningful life, a life worth living? Are you grieving the loss of someone you love, or the loss of something you hoped to achieve? Are you in the middle of a life transition such as graduation, retirement, becoming a parent, or changing professions? I help people in these situations get in touch with what they really want so they can move forward with confidence.
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Renée Behan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95112 (Online Only)
I provide trauma-informed therapy grounded in principles of relational attachment, existential psychotherapy, feminist multicultural psychotherapy, and harm reduction.
Hello there. I help clients build safety in their lives so they can embrace all parts of their self. I support adults who are working through shame, guilt, low self-compassion, and generally struggling to accept themselves. I work well with clients who are curious about improving boundaries, who have experienced past harmful family dynamics, and who are coming to terms with new diagnoses or life transitions.
I provide trauma-informed therapy grounded in principles of relational attachment, existential psychotherapy, feminist multicultural psychotherapy, and harm reduction.
Hello there. I help clients build safety in their lives so they can embrace all parts of their self. I support adults who are working through shame, guilt, low self-compassion, and generally struggling to accept themselves. I work well with clients who are curious about improving boundaries, who have experienced past harmful family dynamics, and who are coming to terms with new diagnoses or life transitions.
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Cindy Sauln
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95155 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My training is in existential humanistic psychology and transpersonal psychology, along with intensive training in behavior therapies (DBT, RO-DBT).
My clinical experience includes my own private practice, working at The Wise Mind Institute, 5 years of working with adults of all ages in two community mental health clinics, as well as working on-site at an elementary school, middle school, and high school with children and adolescents of all ages and their parents. I love helping clients of all ages who are seeking change and symptom relief to successfully navigate periods of crisis and transition in their lives. Depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, spirituality, parenting teens and adult children, organization and planning skills are all within my scope of practice.
My training is in existential humanistic psychology and transpersonal psychology, along with intensive training in behavior therapies (DBT, RO-DBT).
My clinical experience includes my own private practice, working at The Wise Mind Institute, 5 years of working with adults of all ages in two community mental health clinics, as well as working on-site at an elementary school, middle school, and high school with children and adolescents of all ages and their parents. I love helping clients of all ages who are seeking change and symptom relief to successfully navigate periods of crisis and transition in their lives. Depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, spirituality, parenting teens and adult children, organization and planning skills are all within my scope of practice.
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Inna Kuchmenko
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124 (Online Only)
My clinical approach to psychotherapy is an eclectic mix of Humanistic/Existential, Solutions-Focused, Psychodynamic/Relational, Emotionally Focused, Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral theories and many more.
Carl Jung said: “It is what you are that heals, not what you know”. The journey of self-discovery is exactly that – getting to know and deeply appreciating your true and authentic self, even when that essence may be covered by trauma, hardship and suffering. It is this uncovering that many who experience psychotherapy to be transformative and healing refer to as a “re-birth”, a coming home to and an unfolding of who you truly are. Engaging in the process of self-inquiry can be a rewarding and even a life-changing experience, especially in the presence of an empathic and compassionate other.
My clinical approach to psychotherapy is an eclectic mix of Humanistic/Existential, Solutions-Focused, Psychodynamic/Relational, Emotionally Focused, Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral theories and many more.
Carl Jung said: “It is what you are that heals, not what you know”. The journey of self-discovery is exactly that – getting to know and deeply appreciating your true and authentic self, even when that essence may be covered by trauma, hardship and suffering. It is this uncovering that many who experience psychotherapy to be transformative and healing refer to as a “re-birth”, a coming home to and an unfolding of who you truly are. Engaging in the process of self-inquiry can be a rewarding and even a life-changing experience, especially in the presence of an empathic and compassionate other.
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Jorge Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95110 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy emphasizes psychodynamic, existential, and systems techniques; however, I customize the therapeutic process to meet your individual goals.
I have experience working with those struggling with symptoms of trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, parenting, communication, and low self-esteem. My practice is inclusive, non-judgmental, culturally responsive, and affirming of LGBTQ+ communities. I offer services in English and Spanish.
My approach to therapy emphasizes psychodynamic, existential, and systems techniques; however, I customize the therapeutic process to meet your individual goals.
I have experience working with those struggling with symptoms of trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, parenting, communication, and low self-esteem. My practice is inclusive, non-judgmental, culturally responsive, and affirming of LGBTQ+ communities. I offer services in English and Spanish.
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I specialize in anxiety and depression due to challenges related to relationship difficulties, life transition, existential crises, and/or identity issues.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
I specialize in anxiety and depression due to challenges related to relationship difficulties, life transition, existential crises, and/or identity issues.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
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Someday is Today! As a therapist, I employ a holistic view. I respectfully explore behavioral, emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual aspects of my client's life. My style is warm and active. My work uses an existential-integrative here-and -now approach that is grounded in proven methodologies including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TEAM-CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment, and Choice Theory. I give feedback, suggestions, ideas, and psychoeducation. I am skilled in working with multi-disciplinary teams to help you get the fullest benefits from treatment.
Someday is Today! As a therapist, I employ a holistic view. I respectfully explore behavioral, emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual aspects of my client's life. My style is warm and active. My work uses an existential-integrative here-and -now approach that is grounded in proven methodologies including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TEAM-CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Attachment, and Choice Theory. I give feedback, suggestions, ideas, and psychoeducation. I am skilled in working with multi-disciplinary teams to help you get the fullest benefits from treatment.
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Roby Shamas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is depth oriented, existential-humanistic, and mindfulness-based; however, it will vary based on where my client is presently.
As a psychotherapist, I enjoy working with adults going through life-transitions, looking for better self-understanding, wanting to improve their relationships, or experiencing challenging stressors. While cultivating compassionate self-awareness, I'll guide you as we work together to navigate your struggles and goals. Whether you are pursuing therapy with a clear idea of what you want to accomplish or are coming in with uncertainty, I am deeply committed to understanding you, and being by your side on your unique journey.
My approach is depth oriented, existential-humanistic, and mindfulness-based; however, it will vary based on where my client is presently.
As a psychotherapist, I enjoy working with adults going through life-transitions, looking for better self-understanding, wanting to improve their relationships, or experiencing challenging stressors. While cultivating compassionate self-awareness, I'll guide you as we work together to navigate your struggles and goals. Whether you are pursuing therapy with a clear idea of what you want to accomplish or are coming in with uncertainty, I am deeply committed to understanding you, and being by your side on your unique journey.
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I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
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Lillian Hayatghaib
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95117
Shame can't survive if we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding. Healing is inherently relational. It is my belief that the longer a person is unable to repair broken attachment patterns and insecure attachment behaviors, the more likely it is that they will find these patterns and behaviors replicated in their adult relationships. My background in philosophy uniquely equips me to address existential concerns and the profound anxieties that accompany modern life, offering a powerful tool for navigating these challenges.
Shame can't survive if we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding. Healing is inherently relational. It is my belief that the longer a person is unable to repair broken attachment patterns and insecure attachment behaviors, the more likely it is that they will find these patterns and behaviors replicated in their adult relationships. My background in philosophy uniquely equips me to address existential concerns and the profound anxieties that accompany modern life, offering a powerful tool for navigating these challenges.
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Experiencing stress, symptoms of anxiety, and depression can be overwhelming since it may rob you of having a good night's sleep and may interfere with your personal relationships and what you perceive as the way to resolve conflict. In therapy, we will explore barriers that are stopping you from identifying your true self and stopping you from finding a way to reach tranquility and peace in your life. My theoretical approach includes humanistic therapy, with emphasis on guiding my clients to make rational choices and develop their maximum potential, with emphasis on client-centered and existential therapy.
Experiencing stress, symptoms of anxiety, and depression can be overwhelming since it may rob you of having a good night's sleep and may interfere with your personal relationships and what you perceive as the way to resolve conflict. In therapy, we will explore barriers that are stopping you from identifying your true self and stopping you from finding a way to reach tranquility and peace in your life. My theoretical approach includes humanistic therapy, with emphasis on guiding my clients to make rational choices and develop their maximum potential, with emphasis on client-centered and existential therapy.
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I am Chloe Lucas, LMFT. I've been a therapist for just under 10 years now. My personality has been described as direct, curious, and grounding. My practice focuses on trauma work, teens, adult individuals, and parenting. My training is rooted in spirituality as an important part of the whole self. I see therapy as an important tool for existential growth. Our culture doesn't make enough space for emotional expression and introspection. Therapy is a unique relationship that allows for the practice of emotional intimacy such that we may become more attune and connected to ourselves and others.
I am Chloe Lucas, LMFT. I've been a therapist for just under 10 years now. My personality has been described as direct, curious, and grounding. My practice focuses on trauma work, teens, adult individuals, and parenting. My training is rooted in spirituality as an important part of the whole self. I see therapy as an important tool for existential growth. Our culture doesn't make enough space for emotional expression and introspection. Therapy is a unique relationship that allows for the practice of emotional intimacy such that we may become more attune and connected to ourselves and others.
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Hi there, I am Dr. Stephen Gutknecht! I have a rich experience covering a wide range of issues. My approach stems from both Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as Existential theory. I believe how we communicate with ourselves, and others, changes the perspective we hold and are seen through. When people are empowered through being heard, emotionally supported, helped to develop skills they have a greater ability to lead emotionally healthy lives.
Hi there, I am Dr. Stephen Gutknecht! I have a rich experience covering a wide range of issues. My approach stems from both Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as Existential theory. I believe how we communicate with ourselves, and others, changes the perspective we hold and are seen through. When people are empowered through being heard, emotionally supported, helped to develop skills they have a greater ability to lead emotionally healthy lives.
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I work from a humanistic and existential lens that incorporates narrative identity, empowerment, and radical acceptance.
My name is Yasmin Safdie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from all walks of life in a variety of settings (hospitals, residential treatments, community clinics, intensive programs, outpatient therapy, etc.). I am trained in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Trauma-focused somatic approaches, etc. My approach and style are organic, and they adapt to the needs and desires of the person whom I am working with.
I work from a humanistic and existential lens that incorporates narrative identity, empowerment, and radical acceptance.
My name is Yasmin Safdie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from all walks of life in a variety of settings (hospitals, residential treatments, community clinics, intensive programs, outpatient therapy, etc.). I am trained in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Trauma-focused somatic approaches, etc. My approach and style are organic, and they adapt to the needs and desires of the person whom I am working with.
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Relationship Therapist Yinling Sun
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95112
My therapy approach is existential therapy with focuses on meaning, mindfulness, and creative expression.
You don't like your current state. You don't like your mood swings, you don't like your insecurity, you don't like that you feel stuck both physically and emotionally now in this pandemic. The world is changing so rapidly and everything is different. You know you're not the only one who's struggling and you want to be more positive, yet it still feels like you're the only one who’s out of place, left behind, and failing. You want to stop feeling this way, you want to change.
My therapy approach is existential therapy with focuses on meaning, mindfulness, and creative expression.
You don't like your current state. You don't like your mood swings, you don't like your insecurity, you don't like that you feel stuck both physically and emotionally now in this pandemic. The world is changing so rapidly and everything is different. You know you're not the only one who's struggling and you want to be more positive, yet it still feels like you're the only one who’s out of place, left behind, and failing. You want to stop feeling this way, you want to change.
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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.
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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.
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Lynn Lipari, LMFT, LPCC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95129
I am an existential and humanistic therapist, who uses an eclectic approach depending on my client's needs.
Life can be challenging and sometimes we need support to navigate our way. Whether you are stuck in a pattern that is no longer working for you, facing a new challenge, or wanting to improve the quality of your life and relationships, I offer a supportive, yet direct approach to therapy.
I am an existential and humanistic therapist, who uses an eclectic approach depending on my client's needs.
Life can be challenging and sometimes we need support to navigate our way. Whether you are stuck in a pattern that is no longer working for you, facing a new challenge, or wanting to improve the quality of your life and relationships, I offer a supportive, yet direct approach to therapy.
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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.