Interpersonal therapists in Atherton, California CA
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Interpersonal
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.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Atherton, CA
Online in Atherton, California
Interpersonal
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)?
7 Years Experience
Online in Atherton, California (Online Only)
Interpersonal
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. We help you learn how to ground your life in relational intelligence that brings stability to your life that your emotions then calibrate around.
6 Years Experience
Online in Atherton, California (Online Only)
Interpersonal
Galina Zlotnikova
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #83992
I specialize working with people who have experienced trauma, emotional or physical abuse, chronic illness or are caregivers to someone living with a chronic illness. Drawing from my own personal experiences with illness and trauma, I dedicated many years to studying mind-body therapies. My goal was to understand the root causes of illness and trauma and identify the most effective, easily implementable treatments—approaches that wouldn’t overwhelm or strain individuals who are already coping with compromised health. I work with a deep understanding that, for trauma survivors, symptoms often take the place of memories. In my practice, I strive to create a warm, welcoming space where every client is met with gentle curiosity and thoughtful attention. My goal is to understand you from your point of view and to help you to connect to and befriend parts of you that feel hurt, neglected, anxious or overwhelmed. Regardless of your past experiences or current challenges, my hope is that we can work together to build the resilience and self-compassion you need to live a meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling life.
10 Years Experience
Online in Atherton, California (Online Only)
Interpersonal
Misty Johnson
Counselor/Therapist, LCSW
Are you experiencing communication challenges in your relationships? Challenges with sex or intimacy? Are you questioning or exploring gender and sexuality? I am here to support you and offer you tools and a place to process your current experience. I provide a safe space to explore who you are becoming and to discern old thought patterns that are no longer of service. I provide a healing space free of judgement and offer tools that you can immediately integrate into your current experience. I will collaborate with you and work with the intersections of your unique experience.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Atherton, CA
Online in Atherton, California
Interpersonal
David Biggs
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Hello and thank you for checking out my profile. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in clinical, residential, and private practice settings, and have received training in multiple evidence based therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy. Choosing the right therapist from a website can be difficult, which is why I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation so you can get a sense of whether I'm a good fit for your needs. If I'm not, I will make every effort to refer you to a therapist that is. If we do choose to work together, I will work hard to build an authentic, trusting relationship with you, so together we can uncover your inner resources to overcome the challenges you’re facing, and attain the personal growth you're committed to accomplishing. Please note that I'm currently providing video and phone sessions only due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Atherton, CA
Online in Atherton, California
Interpersonal
Charis Khoury
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Longing to feel more free in your life, more self accepting, more connected and more powerfully YOU? Let's talk.
During the Covid-19 crisis, I am conducting sessions over video or phone.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Atherton, CA
Online in Atherton, California
Interpersonal
Theo Kuczek
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MFT #123769, CPT
In order for therapy to be effective, you need to trust and like your therapist. My style leans toward being both compassionate and direct. I like to educate my clients on the process of healing and personal growth to empower them to make the changes they want in their lives. Whether you're looking to alleviate your symptoms of anxiety or depression, looking for a new perspective on things, or desiring more confidence, my style adapts to accommodate your unique situation. I think it’s important to not only help clients alleviate symptoms and fix problems, but also cultivate enthusiasm for the self-reflection process and inspire their personal growth.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Atherton, CA
Online in Atherton, California
Interpersonal
Barton Shulman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC (multiple states), CCMHC, BC-TMH
People come to me because they're navigating difficulties with life changes, depression, anxiety—any of a million ways that distress manifests itself in our lives. If I had to say I have a specialty, it's seeing you for the unique person that you are, and meeting you where you are in your struggle. I work with my clients to help discover what issues are causing difficulty or suffering and then to identify the strengths that people have inside of them to help address those challenges.
I see my work as walking a path with you. It’s not my job to tell you which path to take or point you to a different path. My job is to walk alongside of you and point out some of the things you're not noticing. I accompany you down your path instead of telling you where to go.
It's really common for people to think nobody sees them—nobody gets them—and that's my work. To set a safe place for you to be fully you, and to have somebody who sees you. Sees your doubts, your fears, all the things that you feel are flaws, and accepts you for all of that. I truly believe that at our core we're all trying to grow toward our truest self, and my job isn't to tell you what that true self is. It's really to just provide you a space to grow into that, and get out of your way, and support you and help you do it.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Atherton, CA
Online in Atherton, California
Interpersonal
Make Marriage Better
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Make Marriage Better stands out for its transformative approach to relationship coaching. We specialize in helping couples overcome recurring challenges, rebuild trust, and rediscover joy in their partnership. By applying the award-winning, evidence-based Deconstructing Anxiety™ method, we address the root causes of relationship issues—not just the symptoms—allowing couples to create real and lasting change. Our skilled, compassionate coaches guide clients through personalized strategies to foster open communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen bonds. If you're ready to start your journey toward a stronger, more fulfilling relationship, give us a call. Virtual sessions available via video and telehealth.
39 Years Experience
Online in Atherton, California (Online Only)