Called the City of Good Living, San Carlos still tries to maintain the small town feel even as the population grows every year. To maintain the hometown feel, many of the townspeople spend a lot of free their time in the 16 gorgeous parks fishing, swimming, picnicking, playing ball, or whatever else they like to do. 

Although you may want to take your kids to the park or walk your dog, sometimes you just don’t feel up to it. At times like these, you should talk to one of the committed therapists in San Carlos. They can be very helpful at times like these. 

Psychologist Kirsten Brandenburg providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Kirsten Brandenburg

Clinician
License Type(s): M.S.,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment

Hello and welcome, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I received my Masters in Psychology, Bachelors in Psychology, Bachelors in Anthropology, and Minor in Business from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. I have been providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy since 2014. I utilize psychodynamic and attachment theory and a neurobiological approach to trauma during therapy (live chat) sessions. I am trained and have a specialized background working with complex trauma including childhood and sexual abuse, domestic violence, perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, and parenting/ co-parenting. I work hard to provide a safe space where you can express your feelings and thoughts without judgment. You deserve to heal and find joy in life, and I am here to support you in this.

Psychologist Dr. Cheryl Mims providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Dr. Cheryl Mims

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefBipolar disorderDepression
40 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Courtney Brown providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Courtney Brown

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Trauma and abuseAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
17 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, anger management, depression, & coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Alejandra Guzman-Valencia providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Alejandra Guzman-Valencia

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am a strong believer in meeting individuals where they are at that is, validating and supporting their current stage of change while encouraging them to actively visualize the best version of themselves. Together we will come up with treatment goals and we will work towards that at your speed. The first couple of sessions involve rapport building in which you and I get to know each other and determine if the therapeutic alliance is a good fit. As sessions progress, I will be here to support and encourage you every step of the way while also respecting your right to self determination. I am Alejandra Guzman-Valencia, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in a variety of settings and with different populations such as hospitals, schools, outpatient health clinics and with individuals struggling with end of life issues, chronic diseases, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, personality disorders and grief amongst others. My practice helps individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, family changes, life circumstances, interpersonal relationship issues and more. Together we will implement therapeutic practices and interventions that best meet your needs.

Psychologist Samantha Laurie providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Samantha Laurie

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem
10 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Patricia Pena providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Patricia Pena

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
26 years offering treatment

I am a bilingual (Sp/Eng) clinician licensed in California with 26 years of professional work experience. My career has focused on early childhood, adolescence and families. I have experience in helping clients with stress, low self-esteem, co-dependence, depression, anxiety, panic and relationship issues, among others. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Jeannie Hernandez-Fritz providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Jeannie Hernandez-Fritz

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: GriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
36 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 36 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Katy Caslav providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Katy Caslav

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I specialize working with women struggling in areas of stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Angie Carrillo providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Angie Carrillo

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
14 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Amberly Escobar providing different types of therapy in San Carlos

Amberly Escobar

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma, abuse, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I focus on helping those moving forward from past experiences with hopes of creating their best future. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I'm excited you to help you along your journey! I am currently unable to provide services with members with Kaiser Insurance coverage.

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Types of therapists available to clients in San Carlos

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in San Carlos that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in San Carlos available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. San Carlos therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, San Carlos therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the San Carlos region and in the state of California.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in San Carlos can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in San Carlos may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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