Child Therapists in San Jose, CA
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families ranging in age from 2-years-old to 90-years-old who present with a wide range of challenges.
Many people experience anxiety or sadness at some point in their life. Sometimes these feelings are related to a big change, a new stressor, or a longstanding challenge that has left you feeling overwhelmed and stuck. Regardless of what's going on in your life, my goal is to help you better confront, cope with, and recover from difficulties, so that you can live a more fulfilling life. I understand that the idea of therapy can seem intimidating. I see your decision to engage in treatment as a true testament to your strength.
I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families ranging in age from 2-years-old to 90-years-old who present with a wide range of challenges.
Many people experience anxiety or sadness at some point in their life. Sometimes these feelings are related to a big change, a new stressor, or a longstanding challenge that has left you feeling overwhelmed and stuck. Regardless of what's going on in your life, my goal is to help you better confront, cope with, and recover from difficulties, so that you can live a more fulfilling life. I understand that the idea of therapy can seem intimidating. I see your decision to engage in treatment as a true testament to your strength.
Leticia Elias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95123 (Online Only)
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services to treat depression, anxiety, grief, parent/child conflict, couples/family distress, and trauma.
As an emotion-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you and/or your family to achieve your goals.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services to treat depression, anxiety, grief, parent/child conflict, couples/family distress, and trauma.
As an emotion-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you and/or your family to achieve your goals.
Vani Hariharan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95117
I believe that people are resilient and resourceful, capable of overcoming difficulties. Sometimes we get entangled in personal and relational patterns that can overwhelm our resources. I help clients identify these problematic patterns and empower them to break free from patterns that do not serve them well. I focus on my client's interpersonal relationships and relationships with larger social systems. I have experience working with children, teens, families, and couples on several issues, including family and couple distress, trauma, and various presentations of anxiety and depression through a systemic and attachment-based lens.
I believe that people are resilient and resourceful, capable of overcoming difficulties. Sometimes we get entangled in personal and relational patterns that can overwhelm our resources. I help clients identify these problematic patterns and empower them to break free from patterns that do not serve them well. I focus on my client's interpersonal relationships and relationships with larger social systems. I have experience working with children, teens, families, and couples on several issues, including family and couple distress, trauma, and various presentations of anxiety and depression through a systemic and attachment-based lens.
Talk-a-While, Child & Family Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
Our team consists of experienced, fully-licensed therapists that provide outpatient therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families based on a relational theory framework where each individual can learn the importance of mutual empathy and empowerment within their current relationships. My name is Karina and I am the Co-Founder of Talk-a-While, Child & Family Therapy Center PC. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I specialize in working with children and adolescents with neurodiverse challenges; however, I also enjoy working with adults and couples.
Our team consists of experienced, fully-licensed therapists that provide outpatient therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families based on a relational theory framework where each individual can learn the importance of mutual empathy and empowerment within their current relationships. My name is Karina and I am the Co-Founder of Talk-a-While, Child & Family Therapy Center PC. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I specialize in working with children and adolescents with neurodiverse challenges; however, I also enjoy working with adults and couples.
Parents worry when they know something is wrong with their child.
In a way, life is a puzzle. With many pieces to choose from, we try to find those pieces that fit smoothly together. However, life becomes troubling when what we have chosen doesn't fit and the same problems seem to occur in one situation after another, making life seem even more frustrating and confusing. I am trained as both an artist and a psychotherapist and work in a collaborative style. After 20 years of experience, I bring a little humor and grace while learning to think creatively to move through the maze of life, it is an exciting possibility.
Parents worry when they know something is wrong with their child.
In a way, life is a puzzle. With many pieces to choose from, we try to find those pieces that fit smoothly together. However, life becomes troubling when what we have chosen doesn't fit and the same problems seem to occur in one situation after another, making life seem even more frustrating and confusing. I am trained as both an artist and a psychotherapist and work in a collaborative style. After 20 years of experience, I bring a little humor and grace while learning to think creatively to move through the maze of life, it is an exciting possibility.
I have extensive experience and knowledge supporting children and young adults profoundly impacted by autism in a school setting, along with a deep understanding of how the family has been affected.
When we focus on developing a relationship first and feeling a sense of safety, it is much easier to navigate through the discomfort. So we will start there. I invite you to try Art Therapy in a way that will assist you in recognizing your strengths and provide you with a feeling of connection. If Art Therapy is not something you are interested in, we will engage in talk therapy so you may experience feeling seen and known. I often incorporate art, play, and movement when working with children and families. A typical client of mine is looking for guidance in emotional regulation and wants greater emotional awareness.
I have extensive experience and knowledge supporting children and young adults profoundly impacted by autism in a school setting, along with a deep understanding of how the family has been affected.
When we focus on developing a relationship first and feeling a sense of safety, it is much easier to navigate through the discomfort. So we will start there. I invite you to try Art Therapy in a way that will assist you in recognizing your strengths and provide you with a feeling of connection. If Art Therapy is not something you are interested in, we will engage in talk therapy so you may experience feeling seen and known. I often incorporate art, play, and movement when working with children and families. A typical client of mine is looking for guidance in emotional regulation and wants greater emotional awareness.
Roberta M Faust
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
Not accepting new clients
If you or your child is struggling with depression, social relationships or having trouble coping with other difficulties life has thrown at you it is time to ask for help. You can get comfort and learn the skills to cope with anxiety, grief, social fears etc.
Talking to a therapist can be the first step towards a more joyful and satisfying life.
I work with children, teens, and adults, couples, and families. Child therapy sessions involve play therapy and the use of creative art materials.
Sometimes just having someone to listen can make all the difference.
If you or your child is struggling with depression, social relationships or having trouble coping with other difficulties life has thrown at you it is time to ask for help. You can get comfort and learn the skills to cope with anxiety, grief, social fears etc.
Talking to a therapist can be the first step towards a more joyful and satisfying life.
I work with children, teens, and adults, couples, and families. Child therapy sessions involve play therapy and the use of creative art materials.
Sometimes just having someone to listen can make all the difference.
Hilary Grabner Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95112 (Online Only)
Does your child struggle with behavior or "big feelings?” Are typical parenting strategies not working and you want guidance? Perhaps your child is anxious, and you feel lost in how to support them. Your child may need social skills building. You want to have boundaries or to be on the same page as your spouse? This is all normal. Parenting doesn’t come with a manual. Children can have difficulty managing their emotions, and developmentally, they do not always have the language to communicate or express their wants and needs. I would love to help you navigate life's challenges, reduce stress and build the family you want.
Does your child struggle with behavior or "big feelings?” Are typical parenting strategies not working and you want guidance? Perhaps your child is anxious, and you feel lost in how to support them. Your child may need social skills building. You want to have boundaries or to be on the same page as your spouse? This is all normal. Parenting doesn’t come with a manual. Children can have difficulty managing their emotions, and developmentally, they do not always have the language to communicate or express their wants and needs. I would love to help you navigate life's challenges, reduce stress and build the family you want.
Kay (Khatoun) Nourallahi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
I have years of experience working with children and parents in different settings.
I like to offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your relationship with yourself and the significant people in your life. Together we can support you to develop clarity on what you want/need and how to express/communicate them to your family, friends and coworkers. Through psycho education and examination of how your past experiences/attachments have shaped your behavior and the lens from which you see the world, you can make the changes you hope for and heal from past traumas. I have faith in your wisdom to develop a healthy relationship with yourself and others.
I have years of experience working with children and parents in different settings.
I like to offer you a safe and compassionate space to explore your relationship with yourself and the significant people in your life. Together we can support you to develop clarity on what you want/need and how to express/communicate them to your family, friends and coworkers. Through psycho education and examination of how your past experiences/attachments have shaped your behavior and the lens from which you see the world, you can make the changes you hope for and heal from past traumas. I have faith in your wisdom to develop a healthy relationship with yourself and others.
Cynthia Ryan Francis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126 (Online Only)
Are you dealing with relationship challenges, a transition, such as a death or divorce that is impacting you or your children? Or, have a child who is struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, difficulties at school, or is defiant? If so, I can provide help and support for you. I have enjoyed working in Psychiatry for Kaiser Permanente 21 years seeing children and teens ages 2 - 18 and their parents, performing individual, group and family therapy. Additionally I have maintained a private practice working primarily with Adults.
Are you dealing with relationship challenges, a transition, such as a death or divorce that is impacting you or your children? Or, have a child who is struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, difficulties at school, or is defiant? If so, I can provide help and support for you. I have enjoyed working in Psychiatry for Kaiser Permanente 21 years seeing children and teens ages 2 - 18 and their parents, performing individual, group and family therapy. Additionally I have maintained a private practice working primarily with Adults.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward feeling better and living a better life! While it can be overwhelming to contemplate trying therapy, with a little time and energy, therapy can make a positive difference in your life. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you in overcoming challenges and making positive changes in your life. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty connecting with others, or you are navigating a life transition. I love to work with parents and children to help create a more peaceful home life.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward feeling better and living a better life! While it can be overwhelming to contemplate trying therapy, with a little time and energy, therapy can make a positive difference in your life. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you in overcoming challenges and making positive changes in your life. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty connecting with others, or you are navigating a life transition. I love to work with parents and children to help create a more peaceful home life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
Is your child struggling with anxiety (separation anxiety, selective mutism, school avoidance, OCD, etc.), adjustment to separation/divorce, or experiencing grief/loss? Is your child angry and acting out? Has your child experienced abuse? If your child is suffering, I am here to help support you and your child through these difficult times. There is hope and healing!
Is your child struggling with anxiety (separation anxiety, selective mutism, school avoidance, OCD, etc.), adjustment to separation/divorce, or experiencing grief/loss? Is your child angry and acting out? Has your child experienced abuse? If your child is suffering, I am here to help support you and your child through these difficult times. There is hope and healing!
Taking the step to invest in your mental health takes strength and courage. To feel heard and understood is one of our most basic, fundamental needs. In my practice, I create a safe, accepting, judgment-free space where you are encouraged to be your authentic self. It is my goal to provide you the best care by highlighting your strengths and tailoring treatment to your specific needs. I am passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, adults, and families of all backgrounds struggling with emotional and behavioral challenges. I am here to support and guide you through life’s obstacles.
Taking the step to invest in your mental health takes strength and courage. To feel heard and understood is one of our most basic, fundamental needs. In my practice, I create a safe, accepting, judgment-free space where you are encouraged to be your authentic self. It is my goal to provide you the best care by highlighting your strengths and tailoring treatment to your specific needs. I am passionate about working with children, teens, young adults, adults, and families of all backgrounds struggling with emotional and behavioral challenges. I am here to support and guide you through life’s obstacles.
Jackie Chang, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125
Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Is your child having difficulties in school? Are you having relational problems? Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or a loved one, I strive to ensure my patients feel supported as we collaboratively work towards your better quality of life. As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution based approaches to help address your needs.
Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Is your child having difficulties in school? Are you having relational problems? Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or a loved one, I strive to ensure my patients feel supported as we collaboratively work towards your better quality of life. As a licensed marriage & family therapist, I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution based approaches to help address your needs.
Are you looking for someone to work with you and your family to optimize you, your child, or family's strengths? Are the pressures of school, relationships, work, or society impacting you or your child's ability to feel happy and fulfilled? If so, I am available to work with you to develop wellness strategies to promote health and well-being. Whether you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, medical concerns, or academic struggles, working with a trained professional is a way to find support & understand you/your child's needs better.
Are you looking for someone to work with you and your family to optimize you, your child, or family's strengths? Are the pressures of school, relationships, work, or society impacting you or your child's ability to feel happy and fulfilled? If so, I am available to work with you to develop wellness strategies to promote health and well-being. Whether you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, medical concerns, or academic struggles, working with a trained professional is a way to find support & understand you/your child's needs better.
I work with a wide range of people who are often feeling stuck or overwhelmed facing life’s challenges. My clients are often motivated and resourceful, looking for support, insight, and tools to help them cope with problems. Typically, they have been struggling for a long time and are looking for extra support to improve their children's lives or their own. I also work with families who are looking for a diagnostic evaluation of their child's ADHD symptoms
I work with a wide range of people who are often feeling stuck or overwhelmed facing life’s challenges. My clients are often motivated and resourceful, looking for support, insight, and tools to help them cope with problems. Typically, they have been struggling for a long time and are looking for extra support to improve their children's lives or their own. I also work with families who are looking for a diagnostic evaluation of their child's ADHD symptoms
Eileen Motozaki
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95124
I am passionate about working with children and those who have been wounded in childhood.
Are you feeling stuck? Have you heard about Brainspotting, EMDR, or Flash Technique and want to try it? When life is overwhelming, we need someone to help us navigate our challenges. You are worthy of that support. You are the expert on you, and I consider it an honor to walk you through your pain and struggles. I welcome the opportunity to help you overcome negative beliefs that hold you back so you can find new pathways in relating to yourself and others. I welcome the opportunity to integrate your spirituality into the process of bringing lasting change.
I am passionate about working with children and those who have been wounded in childhood.
Are you feeling stuck? Have you heard about Brainspotting, EMDR, or Flash Technique and want to try it? When life is overwhelming, we need someone to help us navigate our challenges. You are worthy of that support. You are the expert on you, and I consider it an honor to walk you through your pain and struggles. I welcome the opportunity to help you overcome negative beliefs that hold you back so you can find new pathways in relating to yourself and others. I welcome the opportunity to integrate your spirituality into the process of bringing lasting change.
Corri J Inouye
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95112 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Corri, a therapist based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in child therapy, adolescents, and individuals. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I provide folks with a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions, develop resilience, and build stronger relationships.
Hello, I'm Corri, a therapist based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in child therapy, adolescents, and individuals. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I provide folks with a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions, develop resilience, and build stronger relationships.
Cottage Play Therapy, Wendy Aoki, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MACP, LMFT, L103689
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with your child? Are their behavior issues becoming worse after a life event, such as separation, divorce or loss? Are you worried about your child's health and future ability to have a successful life? Parents, you have support! I provide both individual play therapy and filial (parent-child) play therapy. I also offer parent coaching so that you can 'keep your cool' during behavioral outbursts and determine a better path forward. I invite you to contact me and we can talk through what is happening now, work together on your current situation and develop a plan for longer term improvement. Life can be better!
Are you struggling with your child? Are their behavior issues becoming worse after a life event, such as separation, divorce or loss? Are you worried about your child's health and future ability to have a successful life? Parents, you have support! I provide both individual play therapy and filial (parent-child) play therapy. I also offer parent coaching so that you can 'keep your cool' during behavioral outbursts and determine a better path forward. I invite you to contact me and we can talk through what is happening now, work together on your current situation and develop a plan for longer term improvement. Life can be better!
There is always hope for you, your child, or your family. Life is full of growth, and sometimes struggling is a part of that process, but it’s especially painful to have a child go through a tough time. If you or your child are struggling with fear, sadness, socializing, family/relationship concerns, behavioral changes or stress then I am available to provide a supportive and compassionate atmosphere to help you move forward.
There is always hope for you, your child, or your family. Life is full of growth, and sometimes struggling is a part of that process, but it’s especially painful to have a child go through a tough time. If you or your child are struggling with fear, sadness, socializing, family/relationship concerns, behavioral changes or stress then I am available to provide a supportive and compassionate atmosphere to help you move forward.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in San Jose, CA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in San Jose build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in San Jose build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.