Many people’s ambitions are held back by their mental state. You may have big dreams, but they mean nothing if doubt, depression, anxiety, or the circumstances in your life hold you back. What can you do? A counselor based in Sunnyvale can help you. 

Sunnyvale is part of Silicon Valley, a place of high technology. Many inventors and entrepreneurs come here in order to make the next big invention. Perhaps your ambition isn't to reinvent the wheel, but to do something to improve yourself. A counselor can help you with that, and any other ambition you may have. Losing motivation is annoying, but there is a way to gain it back, and someone can help you. 

Psychologist Marsha (Marcie) Eriksen Hanna providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Marsha (Marcie) Eriksen Hanna

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: GriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
21 years offering treatment

Welcome and congratulations on reaching out for support! It takes great strength to make the decision to take that first step. We will be showcasing and enhancing your many strengths by utilizing a Strengths-Based, Solution Focused, and Cognitive Behavioral model in our time together to achieve your fullest potential and happiness in life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost 20 years of experience in working with individual adults and families in the following practice areas: Depression, Stress and Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family Conflicts, Coping with grief and loss, Parenting issues, Motivation/Self esteem/Confidence, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, and Memory Loss. My Master’s degree in Social Work is from San Diego State University. I also completed an Intergenerational Specialist certificate program from the University of Pittsburgh’s graduate school of social work. You will find my counseling style to be compassionate, warm, genuine, direct, and respectful. I create a space for you that is safe, non-judgmental, encouraging and positive. I am an empathetic and active listener, and we will use proven approaches and strategies that are tailored to the uniqueness of your needs and life path. I am looking forward to working with you!

Psychologist Nash Solano providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Nash Solano

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Addictions
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Dr. Joni Carrasco providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Dr. Joni Carrasco

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementCompassion fatigue
17 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California and Utah with 17 years of professional work experience. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many 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. To be transparent, I have a neurological disorder that sometimes impacts my speech patterns, however it does not impact me cognitively. Because of my speech impediment I completely understand if you ask me to repeat myself or just need to work with another therapist. I use worksheets and help to find support group suggestions on the Better Help platform for almost everyone. I love those resources, they really work!

Psychologist Vanessa Uribe providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Vanessa Uribe

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many 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 Rosemarie Cameron providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Rosemarie Cameron

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, and depression. Also relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. 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 Laura Perez providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Laura Perez

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefSelf esteemDepression
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 Leticia Miramontes Pelayo providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Leticia Miramontes Pelayo

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

With over 13 years of experience working with diverse communities, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, I've come to understand that each individual has the power to make decisions that shape their lives. My goal is to support personal growth and maturity by highlighting the tools you already possess to navigate life's challenges. Together, through a collaborative approach, we can identify and address cognitive, mental, and emotional issues, including personal growth, adjustment to disability, and other psychosocial and environmental factors. I believe that understanding brings balance to life. My aim is to empower you to handle life situations, reduce stress, experience growth, change behavior, and make well-informed decisions. Self-awareness fosters self-understanding, which ultimately leads to self-confidence. My role is to help you discover the positive aspects of yourself. Taking the first step toward therapy requires courage, and I commend you for embarking on this journey. (Certified: Individual-CBT, Alcohol and Drug Counselor {12 step Based}, CRC-Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and LPCC licensed in California)

Psychologist Monique Young providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Monique Young

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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 Tina Kelley providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Tina Kelley

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTParenting issuesDepressionCompassion fatigue
12 years offering treatment

Tina Kelley is an LMFT in California with over a decade of professional experience. She has experience working with children, teens, young adults, members of the LGBTQ+ community, parents, and those on the autism spectrum, and their families. She supports her clients moving through feelings of depression, and anxiety, codependency, family conflicts, and burnout. Tina uses an integrative and trauma informed approach to therapy.

Psychologist Megan Lawrence-Ferreira providing different types of therapy in Sunnyvale

Megan Lawrence-Ferreira

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Types of therapists available to clients in Sunnyvale

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 Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Sunnyvale 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, Sunnyvale therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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