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Existential / Humanistic therapists in Palo Alto, CA

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Menlo Park, California therapist: Stefani Largent, marriage and family therapist
Existential

Stefani Largent

Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
IN-OFFICE & VIDEO SESSIONS... I provide one-on-one psychotherapy and counseling services to adult clients who are struggling through difficult life transitions. My approach is warm, friendly and interactive. Therapy is strength-based, goal oriented and solution focused. I specialize in treating women's issues and challenges. All genders, gender identities and gender expressions welcomed. In-office and convenient video therapy sessions offered. Please inquire about current availability status and complimentary 15-minute phone consultations.  
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Palo Alto, CA
Online in Palo Alto, CA
Redwood City, California therapist: Rachel Costella, marriage and family therapist
Existential

Rachel Costella

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Those I work with are typically able to "get by" in their day-to-day but are lacking a sense of completeness. I approach my work through an Existential-Humanistic lens, which focuses on bringing light to your inner experience with the intention of improving your sense of agency, deepening your relationships, and living a life that is more aligned with what you're desiring.  
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Palo Alto, CA
Online in Palo Alto, CA
San Francisco, California therapist: Susanna La, psychologist
Existential

Susanna La

Psychologist, Ph.D.
You may have spent much of your life being the responsible one—balancing family expectations, caring for others, and striving to succeed while your own emotional needs went unseen. From the outside, your life may look accomplished, but inside you might feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or quietly alone. You learned early on to prioritize everyone else’s well-being, often leaving little room to understand or care for yourself.  
13 Years Experience
Online in Palo Alto, CA (Online Only)
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San Jose, California therapist: Sasha Esposito San Roman, marriage and family therapist
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Sasha Esposito San Roman

Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
My approach is non-pathologizing, strength-based and solution-focused. I work in a very humanistic, systemic way and often use cognitive-behavioral methods. I keep my client informed as we go…empowering them to “own” what we discover so they can transform the aspects of themselves and their   
28 Years Experience
In-Person Near Palo Alto, CA
San Jose, California therapist: Erin Gienger, marriage and family therapist
Existential

Erin Gienger

Marriage and Family Therapist, Pre-licensed AMFT
I provide a safe space for clients to process whatever emotions or responses they may be experiencing. I have over 3,500 hours of experience doing therapy with various types of clients. I recently graduated from an MFT program and have enjoyed interacting with a new set of clients. I am particularly interested in working with clients who have had trauma, abuse, or difficulty with life transitions. I make myself available to give clients the ability to process their lives in a new way. If you believe I could be a good fit for you as your therapist, please get in touch with me.  
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Palo Alto, CA
Online in Palo Alto, CA
Campbell, California therapist: Janice Shapiro, marriage and family therapist
Existential

Janice Shapiro

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My specialties are in the areas of marriage counseling, pet loss and bereavement and reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. I utilize a variety of theories for change in my practice such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy to meet the individual needs of my clients.  
14 Years Experience
Online in Palo Alto, CA (Online Only)
Campbell, California therapist: Elizabeth Essner, LCSW, licensed clinical social worker
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Elizabeth Essner, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
The relationship between the therapist and the client is the most important factor in providing "successful" therapy. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I value meeting clients where they are at. Whether it is working around issues of substance use, or dealing with anxiety or depression, I seek to help clients achieve their goals and live a better life.  
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Palo Alto, CA
Online in Palo Alto, CA
San Jose, California therapist: Growth and Change Counseling, marriage and family therapist
Existential

Growth and Change Counseling

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Anxious, addicted, depressed people make decisions in life based on their feelings and they get worse, spiraling downward in emotional chaos and relational isolation. I help Marriages develop the emotional intelligence, relational intelligence, healthy communication, and constructive conflict resolution skills so the couple can rebuild intimacy and thrive!  
8 Years Experience
Online in Palo Alto, CA (Online Only)
Santa Monica, California therapist: Timothy Walker, marriage and family therapist
Existential

Timothy Walker

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Where within you does conflict persist? Is it in the body, a swirling energy the surges without explanation, keeping you spinning in thought circles and struggling to sleep or relax (ANXIETY)? Is it in the heart, the whistling emptiness of grief, or the stabbing pain of ruptured relationships, and lost connections (DEPRESSION)? Is it in the head, thoughts that won’t stop reciting their well worn verses of what-ifs and should-haves (OCD/ADHD)? Is it in the spirit, an anguish of being, the unknown outnumbering the known to a paralyzing degree, questions of WHY swirling intangible as mist, existential questions, the ground beneath our feet uneven and unsteady (BELIEF/MEANING)? Is it in all of the above, and in your dreams as well, impacting ability to connect with others, to be still with yourself, to be intimate, to give and receive love, to accept what was, embrace what will be, and surrender to the now (TRAUMA)?  
9 Years Experience
Online in Palo Alto, CA (Online Only)
Santa Cruz, California therapist: Rory Valentine Diller, registered psychotherapist
Existential

Rory Valentine Diller

Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., LMFT Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #139783
Hello, I'm Rory! I am a nonjudgemental, down to Earth, kind-hearted, and supportive therapist. I work with all kinds of people, particularly folks who've dealt with trauma, childhood trauma, childhood abuse, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, sexual trauma, addiction and alcohol abuse, neurodiversity, LGBTQ identity, self-harming behaviors, and anger issues. I specialize in treating Trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD. I am a survivor myself and "get" a lot of what my clients are working through.  
10 Years Experience
Online in Palo Alto, CA (Online Only)

Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in Palo Alto, California Statistics

Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in Palo Alto, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (78%), Depression (72%), and Trauma and PTSD (65%).

Average years in practice

15 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$215

Accept insurance

39%

Offer sliding scale

56%

Gender ID

66% Female
28% Male
3% Gender Fluid
3% Non-Binary

Session Type

61% In Person and Online
38% Online Only
1% In Person Only

Top Specialties

78% Anxiety or Fears
72% Depression
65% Trauma and PTSD
59% Relationship and Marriage Counseling
54% Stress
51% Loss or Grief
50% Self Esteem

Ages Served

100% Adult
59% Young Adult
51% Senior
50% Teen
24% Children

Client Focus

57% Women
45% LGBTQ+
39% Men
28% Hispanic / Latino
26% Asian

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