Therapists in San Jose, CA

Dr. Shemya Vaughn specializes in working with people with anxiety; depression; and trauma experiences. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Counselor with a doctorate in rehabilitation counselor education from Michigan State University. She has taught at three community colleges and four universities. Her book; Transgender Youth; was published in 2016 and she also co-authored a book; Trauma-Informed Care in 2021. In counseling sessions on Talkspace; Dr. Vaughn uses the solution-focused counseling approach.

Hello! My name is Valerie Vecente; I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals and their families with a wide arrange of diagnoses - anxiety; depression; ADHD; trauma; etc. I believe that you are the expert in your life; and together; we can work through anything!

It can be tough to pursue your goals when faced with anxiety; crisis; depression; frustration and unexpected challenges. My name is Carl Vinson and I am a LCSW. I specialize in talk and behavior therapy that promotes positive change. I help identify how your behavior is shaped by your attitudes; thoughts and beliefs. I also recognize the importance of mindfulness and the benefits of practicing self-care to offset our daily stressors.

Are you experiencing thoughts that make you feel angry; sad; scared? Are your relationships falling apart? Do you have conflict with others or in making or maintaining relationships? It is my goal to provide the people I work with; empathy in their personal struggles and a clear agenda and method for addressing their identified problem. I use a very structured approach to therapy that focuses on thinking and provides a clear expectation for outcomes and how they will be reached most effectively and efficiently. I hope you give me the opportunity help you through this difficult time you are having.

If you would like to know more about why you don’t feel motivated; happy or invested; or you do feel anxious; nervous or sad; or relationships and communications are the problem; please check in for a first session so we can assess what is going on and figure out a plan for you to begin to create a life you want. Cognitive; Behavioral and Spiritual: The whole person is treated to create something new. Learn to understand yourself better; learn new ways of feeling. This is an open and safe place for you to come and feel heard without judgment. I am here to Support & Empower you on this journey. Welcome !

I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have extensive practice assisting those with adoption issues; grief and loss; anxiety and depression. It is my passion to help all people who might be going through a difficult time and/or have experienced a trauma they would like to heal from. My goal is give my clients the coping skills and tools to help them grow and spread their wings. I would like to be able to help as many people as possible to help them hurt less; cease any feeling of guilt or shame; and thrive into confident individuals as well as live their best life.

I offer therapy in a safe environment where the client feels comfortable. I approach therapy in a straightforward; empathetic; and non-judgmental manner. I specialize in addiction; PTSD; MST; crisis intervention; life difficulties; and life changes.One of the main reasons for my success is that I utilize extremely effective evidence-based therapy. This is paired with a warm; compassionate; judgment-free environment. I aim to ensure each client is welcomed; cared for; accepted; and empowered; regardless of race; gender; or sexual orientation.

Hello! My name is Kristin and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I moved to the Bay Area when I was very young and consider California to be my home. I've been in the mental health field for over 12 years; working with a variety of clients from different cultures and backgrounds. Your story matters...what you've experienced and endured in your life matters. I've always believed that there is no one size fits all" approach to therapy. My goal as a therapist is to help you feel heard; understood; and acknowledged. I want to support you with feeling better and improve your overall well-being. "

Hi! My approach to therapy is guided by openness; trust; humor; and honesty which will allow you and I to build a positive working relationship. My goal is to create a truly judgment free space where you can allow yourself to come as you are and discover your own unique awesomeness. I believe that everyone is capable of change and that many people get “stuck” in trying the same solutions that simply aren’t working. People often come to therapy feeling alone; misunderstood; and defeated. I want everyone to leave my office feeling heard; empowered; and recharged!

I have worked as a therapist since 1988 and received my license in 1994. I have worked as a clinical supervisor and consultant for approximately 20 years in a variety of fields; including the Foster Care system; children and adult inpatient settings; and Department of Mental Health in California. I co-founded SPARE Ministries and Counseling Centers and was the Executive Director for 10 years; until I became the lead therapist in an Outpatient Counseling Center. I work from a variety of different theoretical backgrounds in order to work most effectively for each client.