Motivational Interviewing Therapists in San Jose, CA
If alcohol and other substances became the only way for you to deal with daily problems, I can help you to navigate through the endless circle. As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life. Oftentimes, we neglect to care for our needs and wants. Each person has a unique situation, and I will make your journey to recovery easier. I use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and many other methods to help my client to overcome the substance use disorder.
If alcohol and other substances became the only way for you to deal with daily problems, I can help you to navigate through the endless circle. As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life. Oftentimes, we neglect to care for our needs and wants. Each person has a unique situation, and I will make your journey to recovery easier. I use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and many other methods to help my client to overcome the substance use disorder.
I utilize various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy.
I’m Shanna Rayyan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who is passionate about helping my clients work through their traumas, hardships, and mental illness in order to improve their quality of life. I use an eclectic approach, implementing various evidence-based therapeutic modalities that best fit my specific client’s life story, needs, and goals.
I utilize various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy.
I’m Shanna Rayyan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who is passionate about helping my clients work through their traumas, hardships, and mental illness in order to improve their quality of life. I use an eclectic approach, implementing various evidence-based therapeutic modalities that best fit my specific client’s life story, needs, and goals.
We will use a variety of therapeutic approaches to best address your concerns, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
My areas of clinical focus are depression, anxiety, and stress. I have experience with adults from all walks of life. I am also a culturally competent therapist and have experience with the LGBTQIA+ and Veteran populations. I have found that the use of technology has greatly improved the ability of therapists and clients to collaborate in mental health treatment. I will often use multimodal strategies to keep you engaged and to increase the understanding of your patterns of behavior, such as videos and worksheets.
We will use a variety of therapeutic approaches to best address your concerns, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
My areas of clinical focus are depression, anxiety, and stress. I have experience with adults from all walks of life. I am also a culturally competent therapist and have experience with the LGBTQIA+ and Veteran populations. I have found that the use of technology has greatly improved the ability of therapists and clients to collaborate in mental health treatment. I will often use multimodal strategies to keep you engaged and to increase the understanding of your patterns of behavior, such as videos and worksheets.
In my practice, I frequently use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, attachment-based therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am Liz Walker, a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in helping people who have experienced complex trauma, as well as those dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and the impact of childhood experiences on current behaviors. I have worked closely with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community, people in recovery from addiction, parents or those hoping to become parents, veterans, and individuals experiencing homelessness.
In my practice, I frequently use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, attachment-based therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am Liz Walker, a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in helping people who have experienced complex trauma, as well as those dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and the impact of childhood experiences on current behaviors. I have worked closely with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community, people in recovery from addiction, parents or those hoping to become parents, veterans, and individuals experiencing homelessness.
Hello, my name is Andrew and my role as a therapist is to educate, explore, reflect, and support you in your time of need. I’m passionate about supporting my clients through the challenges they face as we journey together for healing, growth, and improved mood in your daily life. Some of my approaches to therapy are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based, and Person Centered. I offer teletherapy so we can work on your progress from the comfort of your home. Seeking therapy is the first brave step towards an improved mental health.
Hello, my name is Andrew and my role as a therapist is to educate, explore, reflect, and support you in your time of need. I’m passionate about supporting my clients through the challenges they face as we journey together for healing, growth, and improved mood in your daily life. Some of my approaches to therapy are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based, and Person Centered. I offer teletherapy so we can work on your progress from the comfort of your home. Seeking therapy is the first brave step towards an improved mental health.
Brittany Woodward
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95120 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Brittany integrates evidence-based techniques including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and EMDR.
Brittany Woodward, LMFT, specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, providing individual therapy. With a client-centered approach, Brittany values and respects each individual's autonomy, empowering them to create positive changes in their lives. Her years of experience in high acuity programs, such as intensive outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization, have equipped her with the skills necessary to handle complex cases and provide comprehensive care.
Brittany integrates evidence-based techniques including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and EMDR.
Brittany Woodward, LMFT, specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, providing individual therapy. With a client-centered approach, Brittany values and respects each individual's autonomy, empowering them to create positive changes in their lives. Her years of experience in high acuity programs, such as intensive outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization, have equipped her with the skills necessary to handle complex cases and provide comprehensive care.
Cherise Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125 (Online Only)
I use different mediums to engage clients including CBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, emotion focused, psychodynamic, and positive psychology.
I welcome individuals and teens. I have experience with anxiety, relationships, low motivation, goal setting, and depression. I am happy to partner with you with working through issues with relationships, career, and to collaborate on finding ways to support you living your best life. I am a firm believer that we all have the strength and capability within ourselves to accomplish our goals; therapy is a way for people to discover and be encouraged in these abilities. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please send me an email!
I use different mediums to engage clients including CBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, emotion focused, psychodynamic, and positive psychology.
I welcome individuals and teens. I have experience with anxiety, relationships, low motivation, goal setting, and depression. I am happy to partner with you with working through issues with relationships, career, and to collaborate on finding ways to support you living your best life. I am a firm believer that we all have the strength and capability within ourselves to accomplish our goals; therapy is a way for people to discover and be encouraged in these abilities. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please send me an email!
As a practitioner, I use techniques and approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Loving-Kindness Meditation, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Tanya Frausto. I proudly identify as a bilingual, first-generation Latina college graduate, daughter of immigrants, who comes from a low-income background. I earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of San Diego, a master’s degree in social work from San Diego State University, and am licensed in the state of California. I have 13 years in the helping profession serving clients in all stages of life from school-aged children to the elderly. For the past eight years, I have served veterans in a skilled nursing facility, supporting them through end-of-life issues, adjustment, depression, anxiety, and grief.
As a practitioner, I use techniques and approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Loving-Kindness Meditation, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Tanya Frausto. I proudly identify as a bilingual, first-generation Latina college graduate, daughter of immigrants, who comes from a low-income background. I earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of San Diego, a master’s degree in social work from San Diego State University, and am licensed in the state of California. I have 13 years in the helping profession serving clients in all stages of life from school-aged children to the elderly. For the past eight years, I have served veterans in a skilled nursing facility, supporting them through end-of-life issues, adjustment, depression, anxiety, and grief.
I commonly use CBT, Mindfulness, SFT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hi! My name is Sarah E. Hevezi and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who believes positive clinical outcomes starts with a positive relationship between clients and their clinician. I incorporate mindfulness in my practice with the goal to help clients feel better, holistically! I typically work with early to late adolescents who find themselves facing symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Attachment, ADHD, or Adjustment as well as with parents on parenting skills
I commonly use CBT, Mindfulness, SFT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hi! My name is Sarah E. Hevezi and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who believes positive clinical outcomes starts with a positive relationship between clients and their clinician. I incorporate mindfulness in my practice with the goal to help clients feel better, holistically! I typically work with early to late adolescents who find themselves facing symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Attachment, ADHD, or Adjustment as well as with parents on parenting skills
I use modalities such as motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, CBT and others.
Virtual Only at this Time! Are you having trouble with relationships? Adult Family Relationships, friendship relationships, work relationships? Do you feel like you need to yell to be heard? Are you having trouble with friendships not respecting your boundary? Are you wanting more respectful relationships, wanting to communicate your needs in a healthy way? Are you finding yourself reacting to things more than is justified for the situation? Do you put others before you at the cost of yourself? Feeling depressed and anxious because you end up in the same relationships over and over again?
I use modalities such as motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, CBT and others.
Virtual Only at this Time! Are you having trouble with relationships? Adult Family Relationships, friendship relationships, work relationships? Do you feel like you need to yell to be heard? Are you having trouble with friendships not respecting your boundary? Are you wanting more respectful relationships, wanting to communicate your needs in a healthy way? Are you finding yourself reacting to things more than is justified for the situation? Do you put others before you at the cost of yourself? Feeling depressed and anxious because you end up in the same relationships over and over again?
Treatments include CBT, motivational interviewing, and identifying values to help define one's identity and focus on strengths to encourage positive change.
Dr. Arce is a licensed clinical psychologist, experienced in working with multicultural individuals, and catering treatment to patient's needs. She has worked in multiple settings including: university counseling, hospitals, medical school, and community mental health agencies. Dr. Arce specializes in ADHD assessment, couples in pre-marital counseling, life transitions, anxiety disorders, depression, heath-related difficulties, relationships, and spiritual development. Communication of needs and progress are reviewed regularly to ensure that each patient finds value in the time spent in treatment.
Treatments include CBT, motivational interviewing, and identifying values to help define one's identity and focus on strengths to encourage positive change.
Dr. Arce is a licensed clinical psychologist, experienced in working with multicultural individuals, and catering treatment to patient's needs. She has worked in multiple settings including: university counseling, hospitals, medical school, and community mental health agencies. Dr. Arce specializes in ADHD assessment, couples in pre-marital counseling, life transitions, anxiety disorders, depression, heath-related difficulties, relationships, and spiritual development. Communication of needs and progress are reviewed regularly to ensure that each patient finds value in the time spent in treatment.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95131 (Online Only)
My therapeutic methods often involve using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution- Focus and Motivational Interviewing.
My passion is supporting clients in moving beyond merely surviving, towards freedom and joy, in order to truly LIVE. My practice centers around working with people of color, marginalized communities, and allies to find healing and growth from depression, trauma, racism-based stress, anxiety and burnout. I bring an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and social justice lens to my work. I have spent my career helping young adults feel safe, empowered, seen, and understood.
My therapeutic methods often involve using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Art Therapy, Solution- Focus and Motivational Interviewing.
My passion is supporting clients in moving beyond merely surviving, towards freedom and joy, in order to truly LIVE. My practice centers around working with people of color, marginalized communities, and allies to find healing and growth from depression, trauma, racism-based stress, anxiety and burnout. I bring an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and social justice lens to my work. I have spent my career helping young adults feel safe, empowered, seen, and understood.
I have been trained in several therapeutic modalities, including Motivational Interviewing, Problem Solving Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Seeking Safety.
I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, children, youth, and parents. I am dedicated to my clients and committed to helping people overcome mental health challenges and achieve lasting wellness. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. My skills and training allow me to address a myriad of conditions and challenges. This can include anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stressors, trauma, and grief and loss.
I have been trained in several therapeutic modalities, including Motivational Interviewing, Problem Solving Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Seeking Safety.
I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, children, youth, and parents. I am dedicated to my clients and committed to helping people overcome mental health challenges and achieve lasting wellness. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. My skills and training allow me to address a myriad of conditions and challenges. This can include anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stressors, trauma, and grief and loss.
Alexandra Ludovina Krass
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95138 (Online Only)
Some of the ways I do this are through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Post-Induction Therapy (PIT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am honored to work closely with individuals experiencing significant life stressors. Many of my clients are having problems in their romantic relationships or have had a couple’s therapist recommend they seek out a trauma specialist to aid them in working through difficult childhood experiences. I am also privileged to work with individuals experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, and alcoholism. I provide clear, direct, and supportive feedback to those I serve while holding space with deep empathy and compassion.
Some of the ways I do this are through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Post-Induction Therapy (PIT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am honored to work closely with individuals experiencing significant life stressors. Many of my clients are having problems in their romantic relationships or have had a couple’s therapist recommend they seek out a trauma specialist to aid them in working through difficult childhood experiences. I am also privileged to work with individuals experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, and alcoholism. I provide clear, direct, and supportive feedback to those I serve while holding space with deep empathy and compassion.
I utilizes treatment modalities such as: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, Object Relations.
"I enjoy facilitating healing and growth for individuals, couples and families in order to find a path to thrive through difficult life transitions and stressful times."
I utilizes treatment modalities such as: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focused, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, Object Relations.
"I enjoy facilitating healing and growth for individuals, couples and families in order to find a path to thrive through difficult life transitions and stressful times."
Morgan Joines
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95120 (Online Only)
You're doing your best to get through life and curve balls it sometimes throws at you. But that doesn't mean that its easy, and you definitely don't have to do it alone! If you are struggling, with the challenges of life, relationships, family stress, work stress, anxiety, addiction, co-dependency, life-transitions, self-esteem, boundaries, etc., lets work together to help you manage and navigate the challenges that lay before you. I practice IFS, motivational interviewing, solution focused, narrative therapy, Jungian, and often implement a spiritual approach when applicable.
You're doing your best to get through life and curve balls it sometimes throws at you. But that doesn't mean that its easy, and you definitely don't have to do it alone! If you are struggling, with the challenges of life, relationships, family stress, work stress, anxiety, addiction, co-dependency, life-transitions, self-esteem, boundaries, etc., lets work together to help you manage and navigate the challenges that lay before you. I practice IFS, motivational interviewing, solution focused, narrative therapy, Jungian, and often implement a spiritual approach when applicable.
Hi, my name is Chris Evensen, LMFT license 50460 working in Telehealth, statewide in California. I work with adults, and I primarily use a Humanistic approach to therapy with the goal of helping my clients increase their coping skills while letting go of negative self-beliefs and patterns of behavior that prevent them from living their lives to the fullest. My approach to therapy is client driven. I listen carefully and encourage my clients to tell me what they need from therapy and collaboratively we work towards meeting those needs. I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness as well as Rational Emotive Therapy.
Hi, my name is Chris Evensen, LMFT license 50460 working in Telehealth, statewide in California. I work with adults, and I primarily use a Humanistic approach to therapy with the goal of helping my clients increase their coping skills while letting go of negative self-beliefs and patterns of behavior that prevent them from living their lives to the fullest. My approach to therapy is client driven. I listen carefully and encourage my clients to tell me what they need from therapy and collaboratively we work towards meeting those needs. I use CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness as well as Rational Emotive Therapy.
Among others, these include CBT, Solution-focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
My name is Rodrigo Franco (LCSW, LAADC) and I have been working as a therapist for the past 11 years. I understand therapy as an opportunity for renewing and empowering ourselves. Thus, an opportunity for personal growth that affects all parties involved. My overall approach is to provide hope and the sense that change (regardless of the magnitude) is possible. I mainly work with adults and older adult clients that might be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and grief. I also have experience working with mood disorders.
Among others, these include CBT, Solution-focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
My name is Rodrigo Franco (LCSW, LAADC) and I have been working as a therapist for the past 11 years. I understand therapy as an opportunity for renewing and empowering ourselves. Thus, an opportunity for personal growth that affects all parties involved. My overall approach is to provide hope and the sense that change (regardless of the magnitude) is possible. I mainly work with adults and older adult clients that might be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and grief. I also have experience working with mood disorders.
I primarily implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help my clients navigate through challenges, explore and process difficult emotions, build resilience, and foster growth.
Hello! My name is Kateri Ross and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Rancho Cordova, California, and working with clients via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, anger, relationship issues, life transitions, and physical health issues. I utilize an array of therapeutic modalities based on what is the best fit for my clients' needs and goals.
I primarily implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help my clients navigate through challenges, explore and process difficult emotions, build resilience, and foster growth.
Hello! My name is Kateri Ross and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Rancho Cordova, California, and working with clients via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, anger, relationship issues, life transitions, and physical health issues. I utilize an array of therapeutic modalities based on what is the best fit for my clients' needs and goals.
I am trained in grief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with stress, dealing with anxiety/depression and poor sleep due to a life transition, or caregiver stress. Maybe you or a loved one is managing a serious health condition and hope to learn of coping skills and various resources. You may be a parent, a teen or young adult experiencing stress or loss of a loved one or a relationship. I believe people are insightful, resilient and have the innate ability to adapt and adjust to all types of challenging circumstances. You deserve to set aside time and space to think through your thoughts, values, identify feelings in order to move forward to find balance.
I am trained in grief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with stress, dealing with anxiety/depression and poor sleep due to a life transition, or caregiver stress. Maybe you or a loved one is managing a serious health condition and hope to learn of coping skills and various resources. You may be a parent, a teen or young adult experiencing stress or loss of a loved one or a relationship. I believe people are insightful, resilient and have the innate ability to adapt and adjust to all types of challenging circumstances. You deserve to set aside time and space to think through your thoughts, values, identify feelings in order to move forward to find balance.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.