Self Esteem Therapists in Saratoga, CA
I had the great privilege of training with Virginia Satir, a pioneer in a Systems approach to therapy. This approach examines how early learning in the family-of-origin, affects present day behavior. The many concepts she shared about people, how we can change and grow, have have been influential to me personally and inform my work. My wish is to share with others how to better communicate, improve relationships with self and others and, not only better cope with life challenges, but thrive. I join with clients to create a safe atmosphere where people can risk and grow.
I had the great privilege of training with Virginia Satir, a pioneer in a Systems approach to therapy. This approach examines how early learning in the family-of-origin, affects present day behavior. The many concepts she shared about people, how we can change and grow, have have been influential to me personally and inform my work. My wish is to share with others how to better communicate, improve relationships with self and others and, not only better cope with life challenges, but thrive. I join with clients to create a safe atmosphere where people can risk and grow.
Good therapy experiences are based on an engaged and profoundly honest conversation that is collaborative, imaginative, thoughtful, and touched with a little grace. We open ourselves to the transforming power of our intuition when we feel truly heard, understood, and encouraged to risk being different. I believe this offers us the opportunity to stretch ourselves and live lives which are more free, creative, and emotionally generous.
Good therapy experiences are based on an engaged and profoundly honest conversation that is collaborative, imaginative, thoughtful, and touched with a little grace. We open ourselves to the transforming power of our intuition when we feel truly heard, understood, and encouraged to risk being different. I believe this offers us the opportunity to stretch ourselves and live lives which are more free, creative, and emotionally generous.
Do you feel guilty about things you've said and done? Do you lose sleep because of these feelings? Would you like to forgive yourself? What about repairing or rebuilding your relationships?
We all think about our relationships during our lives. Yet this "unfinished business" can be an energy drain, robbing us of vitality and preventing us from having the life we truly want. Left unchecked, it can lead to depression and anxiety. One of life's most important processes is the act of forgiveness -- a process which rids us of self-loathing and bitterness so that we won't live in constant anguish.
Do you feel guilty about things you've said and done? Do you lose sleep because of these feelings? Would you like to forgive yourself? What about repairing or rebuilding your relationships?
We all think about our relationships during our lives. Yet this "unfinished business" can be an energy drain, robbing us of vitality and preventing us from having the life we truly want. Left unchecked, it can lead to depression and anxiety. One of life's most important processes is the act of forgiveness -- a process which rids us of self-loathing and bitterness so that we won't live in constant anguish.
Alexis Donato
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
Waitlist for new clients
Challenging situations can be nudges for you to take time and look inside to recognize them as opportunities to heal, grow, and to make changes needed to break free from feeling stuck, lead a more satisfying life, heal relationships, and bring you back to feeling like yourself again. Whether you're having some 'difficult to feel' or painful emotions, childhood trauma, feeling stuck in a relationship, going through a life transition, or just the uncertainty and stress of the world, therapy can be a wonderful place to begin to take time for yourself.
Challenging situations can be nudges for you to take time and look inside to recognize them as opportunities to heal, grow, and to make changes needed to break free from feeling stuck, lead a more satisfying life, heal relationships, and bring you back to feeling like yourself again. Whether you're having some 'difficult to feel' or painful emotions, childhood trauma, feeling stuck in a relationship, going through a life transition, or just the uncertainty and stress of the world, therapy can be a wonderful place to begin to take time for yourself.
I help entrepreneurs, innovative leaders, coaches/therapists, and other creative people stalled in important work or life pursuits. You've become "stuck:" there's something you want to do, have the skills for, yet struggle with. Your block doesn't make sense, and you're FRUSTRATED and maybe even overwhelmed or ashamed. Examples include entrepreneur's block, writer's block, getting past bad job experiences, networking, building executive presence, seeking courage to build new relationships, and other workplace phobias. The work transforms what you struggle to do into what you'd love to do, and rebuilds a sense of purpose.
I help entrepreneurs, innovative leaders, coaches/therapists, and other creative people stalled in important work or life pursuits. You've become "stuck:" there's something you want to do, have the skills for, yet struggle with. Your block doesn't make sense, and you're FRUSTRATED and maybe even overwhelmed or ashamed. Examples include entrepreneur's block, writer's block, getting past bad job experiences, networking, building executive presence, seeking courage to build new relationships, and other workplace phobias. The work transforms what you struggle to do into what you'd love to do, and rebuilds a sense of purpose.
I would describe myself as warm and fierce, perhaps fiercely warm. I want to bring out your strengths with encouragement and accountability. This is your journey, and I will be a guide, aiding you towards your goals, whatever they may be. I work best with curious and engaged clients who want an active therapist to help them reach a deeper understanding of themselves. For a client to walk away with a deeper understanding of and a stronger, more loving, relationship with themselves - to me that is a success.
I would describe myself as warm and fierce, perhaps fiercely warm. I want to bring out your strengths with encouragement and accountability. This is your journey, and I will be a guide, aiding you towards your goals, whatever they may be. I work best with curious and engaged clients who want an active therapist to help them reach a deeper understanding of themselves. For a client to walk away with a deeper understanding of and a stronger, more loving, relationship with themselves - to me that is a success.
Annette Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Saratoga, CA 95070
FREE 30 min video call - email, call or text 408-357-9187. Learn about your relationship & gain skills in this one call! For Couples Therapy, choose a Couples Therapist! Not feeling heard or understood? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Often one person feels unsupported & unimportant & “pursues” the other for communication & connection, while the other feels like they’re never enough, can’t please their partner & usually withdraws & shuts down. Break this painful cycle & take your relationship to the next level - create a safe haven & secure base. Establish solid tools & skills, develop a WE not just ME mindset & reignite the spark!
FREE 30 min video call - email, call or text 408-357-9187. Learn about your relationship & gain skills in this one call! For Couples Therapy, choose a Couples Therapist! Not feeling heard or understood? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Often one person feels unsupported & unimportant & “pursues” the other for communication & connection, while the other feels like they’re never enough, can’t please their partner & usually withdraws & shuts down. Break this painful cycle & take your relationship to the next level - create a safe haven & secure base. Establish solid tools & skills, develop a WE not just ME mindset & reignite the spark!
Are you feeling distanced, lack of connection with your partner? Feeling always being rejected, unloved, not important in your relationship, or perhaps feeling being criticized, never enough for your loved one? You want to feel valued, important, loved again, and restore or strengthen the relational bond with your significant one. If that resonates with your current situation in your couple relationship, I am here to support you with that as a couple. Or you are struggling with personal isssues related to culture, sexual identity, sexuality or some interpersonal trauma, which impacted your relationship and mood.
Are you feeling distanced, lack of connection with your partner? Feeling always being rejected, unloved, not important in your relationship, or perhaps feeling being criticized, never enough for your loved one? You want to feel valued, important, loved again, and restore or strengthen the relational bond with your significant one. If that resonates with your current situation in your couple relationship, I am here to support you with that as a couple. Or you are struggling with personal isssues related to culture, sexual identity, sexuality or some interpersonal trauma, which impacted your relationship and mood.
Dr. Marcille is a licensed psychologist with 35 years experience working as a therapist and university professor and administrator. Past president of the California and Santa Clara Psychological Associations and former Professor & Program Director at Palo Alto University, Dr. Marcille works with adolescents and adults helping them to achieve educational, professional and personal success. He is the former Dean of the American University of Paris and enjoys working with clients from international backgrounds. He uses evidence based therapeutic practices with a primarily cognitive behavioral focus and is very pragmatic.
Dr. Marcille is a licensed psychologist with 35 years experience working as a therapist and university professor and administrator. Past president of the California and Santa Clara Psychological Associations and former Professor & Program Director at Palo Alto University, Dr. Marcille works with adolescents and adults helping them to achieve educational, professional and personal success. He is the former Dean of the American University of Paris and enjoys working with clients from international backgrounds. He uses evidence based therapeutic practices with a primarily cognitive behavioral focus and is very pragmatic.
Megan Gustlin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
Welcome! It takes courage to seek help and confront the parts of ourselves that we are most afraid of. I will partner with you and support you so that you do not have to do it alone. I am an attentive and welcoming therapist who is honored to walk alongside you as you make positive changes in your life. I am passionate about helping others become the best versions of themselves and focus on providing tools that empower you to break unhealthy habits in your life.
Welcome! It takes courage to seek help and confront the parts of ourselves that we are most afraid of. I will partner with you and support you so that you do not have to do it alone. I am an attentive and welcoming therapist who is honored to walk alongside you as you make positive changes in your life. I am passionate about helping others become the best versions of themselves and focus on providing tools that empower you to break unhealthy habits in your life.
Life is a complicated journey, and if you find yourself overwhelmed by everyday stressors and experiences, you are not alone. My therapy expertise is built on enabling you to overcome these stressors. I will help you get insights into behaviors that may be amplifying these stressors. These insights and tools will enable and empower you to build better relationships, reduce anxiety, and get you on the path to a rewarding life-long journey.
Life is a complicated journey, and if you find yourself overwhelmed by everyday stressors and experiences, you are not alone. My therapy expertise is built on enabling you to overcome these stressors. I will help you get insights into behaviors that may be amplifying these stressors. These insights and tools will enable and empower you to build better relationships, reduce anxiety, and get you on the path to a rewarding life-long journey.
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In my practice I cognize that choosing a psychologist & treatment modality can be difficult and confusing & that suffering experienced in relation to burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, developmental difficulties, marital distress, parenting, illness, & other experiences can result in debilitating distress. I also have served as a founder of companies including Tech & understand the incredible toll & joy startup life takes. I specialize in psychotherapy for children, adults, couples & families; trauma, burnout & secondary stress; psychoanalysis; consultation to clinicians, teachers, executives & institutions.
In my practice I cognize that choosing a psychologist & treatment modality can be difficult and confusing & that suffering experienced in relation to burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, developmental difficulties, marital distress, parenting, illness, & other experiences can result in debilitating distress. I also have served as a founder of companies including Tech & understand the incredible toll & joy startup life takes. I specialize in psychotherapy for children, adults, couples & families; trauma, burnout & secondary stress; psychoanalysis; consultation to clinicians, teachers, executives & institutions.
Annette Barnett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
FREE 30 min video call - email, call/text 408-357-9187. Learn about your relationship & gain skills in this one call! For Couples Therapy, you need a Couples Therapist! Not feeling heard or understood? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Often one person feels unsupported & unimportant & “pursues” the other for communication & connection, while the other feels like they’re never enough, can’t please their partner & usually withdraws & shuts down. Break this painful cycle & take your relationship to the next level - create a safe haven & secure base. Establish solid tools & skills, develop a WE not just ME mindset & reignite the spark!
FREE 30 min video call - email, call/text 408-357-9187. Learn about your relationship & gain skills in this one call! For Couples Therapy, you need a Couples Therapist! Not feeling heard or understood? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Often one person feels unsupported & unimportant & “pursues” the other for communication & connection, while the other feels like they’re never enough, can’t please their partner & usually withdraws & shuts down. Break this painful cycle & take your relationship to the next level - create a safe haven & secure base. Establish solid tools & skills, develop a WE not just ME mindset & reignite the spark!
My name is Arpi Isayan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Los Angeles, California. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depressive disorders, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I utilize several modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My approach to therapy is tailored to the specific areas of need of the client. I utilize interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and more.
My name is Arpi Isayan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Los Angeles, California. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depressive disorders, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I utilize several modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My approach to therapy is tailored to the specific areas of need of the client. I utilize interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and more.
If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, struggling with issues related to chemical dependency or chronic illness, hoping to heal from the trauma of past abuse, interested in creating healthier relationships, or simply wanting to work on your own personal growth, I am here to help. In my general psychotherapy practice, I have extensive experience helping adults, couples, and teens grapple with the many complexities of being human.
If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, struggling with issues related to chemical dependency or chronic illness, hoping to heal from the trauma of past abuse, interested in creating healthier relationships, or simply wanting to work on your own personal growth, I am here to help. In my general psychotherapy practice, I have extensive experience helping adults, couples, and teens grapple with the many complexities of being human.
Linda Hulme Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Saratoga, CA 95070
Finding the right therapist is important. The fact that you're on this site shows that you may be searching for help or relief from everyday problems. In therapy, you can learn new and important things about yourself and others, identify and change negative behaviors or thoughts, and explore relationships. If you're a parent, maybe you're struggling with how to help your child who is experiencing difficulties with attention or organization at school, feelings of anxiety, worry or anger or doesn't know how to share painful memories.
Finding the right therapist is important. The fact that you're on this site shows that you may be searching for help or relief from everyday problems. In therapy, you can learn new and important things about yourself and others, identify and change negative behaviors or thoughts, and explore relationships. If you're a parent, maybe you're struggling with how to help your child who is experiencing difficulties with attention or organization at school, feelings of anxiety, worry or anger or doesn't know how to share painful memories.
Do you find yourself feeling things really deeply or “overthinking” what everything means? Do you find yourself wondering about how your past experiences have shaped you and search for patterns in your life, trying to get to the root of your struggles. Or perhaps, life just doesn’t feel the way you imagined it would, or it feels like something is missing. You want to change but nothing seems to work or it doesn't last very long. There is another way. You may have been trying to do this all on your own. Maybe that is how you have been doing it your whole life. But you don’t have to. Let’s get to the root of your struggles together.
Do you find yourself feeling things really deeply or “overthinking” what everything means? Do you find yourself wondering about how your past experiences have shaped you and search for patterns in your life, trying to get to the root of your struggles. Or perhaps, life just doesn’t feel the way you imagined it would, or it feels like something is missing. You want to change but nothing seems to work or it doesn't last very long. There is another way. You may have been trying to do this all on your own. Maybe that is how you have been doing it your whole life. But you don’t have to. Let’s get to the root of your struggles together.
Hi! I am Dr. Jaclyn Bauer, but feel free to call me Jackie. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I work within a variety of therapeutic modalities. I love working with people who are struggling in different phases of their life and working with them to help them "reach their full potential", feel how they want to feel, and live the life they want. I like to meet the client where they are at and we work together to determine what approach to therapy would be the best fit for them. I believe in a humanistic approach, which basically means that I look at the whole person and the personal agency that is unique to each person. I
Hi! I am Dr. Jaclyn Bauer, but feel free to call me Jackie. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and I work within a variety of therapeutic modalities. I love working with people who are struggling in different phases of their life and working with them to help them "reach their full potential", feel how they want to feel, and live the life they want. I like to meet the client where they are at and we work together to determine what approach to therapy would be the best fit for them. I believe in a humanistic approach, which basically means that I look at the whole person and the personal agency that is unique to each person. I
Are you relying on unhealthy habits to cope with stress, anxiety, depression or life's challenges? Is it time to make some changes in your life but you feel stuck and don't know where to begin? Are you tired of feeling lonely, empty, sad or misunderstood? Do you struggle with allowing yourself to feel vulnerable with others? Does a healthy work-life balance seem impossible for you? If any of these questions ring true for you, some support might be just what you need.
Are you relying on unhealthy habits to cope with stress, anxiety, depression or life's challenges? Is it time to make some changes in your life but you feel stuck and don't know where to begin? Are you tired of feeling lonely, empty, sad or misunderstood? Do you struggle with allowing yourself to feel vulnerable with others? Does a healthy work-life balance seem impossible for you? If any of these questions ring true for you, some support might be just what you need.
Bluebird Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saratoga, CA 95070
Is there conflict in your home or in your relationships? Do you suffer from feelings of anxiety or depression? I am a holistic psychotherapist who considers the whole person — body, mind, spirit, and emotions — in order to achieve growth and wellness. I integrate a variety of effective psychotherapy methods tailored to meet your individual needs, which will help you to increase awareness and actively challenge any roadblocks that may be getting in the way of your healing. I will help you discover your natural strengths and resources and improve your relationship with yourself and others.
Is there conflict in your home or in your relationships? Do you suffer from feelings of anxiety or depression? I am a holistic psychotherapist who considers the whole person — body, mind, spirit, and emotions — in order to achieve growth and wellness. I integrate a variety of effective psychotherapy methods tailored to meet your individual needs, which will help you to increase awareness and actively challenge any roadblocks that may be getting in the way of your healing. I will help you discover your natural strengths and resources and improve your relationship with yourself and others.
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