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32 specialists found in Atherton Area

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Suzanne Vargas, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Atherton, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Fremont, California Online + In-person 6 years experience
12.4 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anxiety Communication

We see couples from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds with various lifestyles; ranging from monogamous to polyamorous and kink varied relationships. Suzanne has completed Level 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and we use Gottman Method

Shani Robins, Psychologist Atherton, ca
Psychologist
Menlo Park, California Online + In-person 18 years experience
1 mile away from Atherton
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Career Counseling

Our relationships, work, and health can be stressful or fulfilling. There are specific, practical, scientifically proven methods for increasing happiness, success, and well being for yourself and in your relationships and significantly reducing anger, anxiety,

Stefani Largent, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
1 mile away from Atherton
Specialties: Anxiety Coping Skills Depression Divorce

Stefani Largent is a Marriage & Family Therapist , MA, LMFT, and is based out of Menlo Park, California, United States. Stefani specializes in the counseling of Women's Issues, Relationship Issues, Life Transitions, etc. The therapist has experience in handling

Ellyn Bader, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Menlo Park, California In-person 40 years experience
1.4 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Infidelity Intimacy LGBTQ+ Life Transitions

Ellyn Bader, PhD, is Co-Founder and Director of The Couples Institute in Menlo Park, California. Over the past 25 years she has conducted professional training programs in couples therapy and has trained therapists throughout the United States as well as Europe, Asia,

Michelle  Joy, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Menlo Park, California In-person 17 years experience
2.2 miles away from Atherton

Michelle Joy has been with The Couples Institute in Menlo Park, CA, since 2002, and currently a therapist on staff. She teaches advanced classes to therapists and is a local and national speaker for professional associations on how to help more couples.

Articles By Michelle Joy

How to Deal with Differences in Relationships Constructively

How to Deal with Differences in Relationships Constructively

I always tell couples it s not a problem that you have differences in relationships. Differences in relationships ...
Yosi Amram, Psychologist Atherton, ca
Psychologist
Palo Alto, California 12 years, 6 months experience
2.4 miles away from Atherton

An integrative approach informed by attachment theory with trainings in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT), psychodynamics, family systems.  

Victoria Hoobyar, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Redwood City, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
3 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Behavioral Issues Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Career Counseling Codependency Relationships

Although, I have had lots of training in Couples Counseling, my most recent training has been that of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.  EFCT assists couples longing to be closer and more emotionally secure, by increasing emotional intimacy.  I

Mabel Yiu, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Palo Alto, California Online + In-person 10 years, 6 months experience
5.9 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Divorce Marriage Infidelity Intimacy

Mabel Yiu is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Women's Therapy Institute in Palo Alto, California.  Her passion is in women's and teen girls' mental health and relationship health. She has held positions as a graduate school

Jaclyn Long, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Altos, California Online + In-person 17 years experience
6.2 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Communication Control Coping Skills Emotional Intelligence

My goal is to help couples see, hear and understand each other - no matter what issues they are facing - and support them in developing effective communication tools that they can use at home in the process. 

Yishan Xu, Psychologist Atherton, ca
Psychologist
Los Altos, California Online + In-person 6 years experience
6.2 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Marriage Intimacy Life events Pre-marriage

I have been trained in various evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness Compassionate Approaches.  I believe that therapy

Rashmi Chidanand, Psychologist Atherton, ca
Psychologist
6.4 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: ADHD Attachment Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Communication

Primarily informed by Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)/attachment theory and Gottman techniques, Dr. Rashmi's approach is as a compassionate and collaborative consultant, who reflects observations around relationship dynamics/patterns, provides

Yasmin Philipos, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Fremont, California 8 years experience
7.2 miles away from Atherton

You are tired of having the same fights over and over again! You can make things better for yourself and even your relationship. Your partner may or may not want to join you in therapy, but you are ready for something different, you

Dana Backstrom, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Mountain View, California Online 14 years experience
8 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Alcohol Abuse Anxiety

Are you looking for a highly trained and experienced marriage and couples therapist?   I have over 12 years of clinical experience helping Couples: Improve communication Reduce power

Carol Jaron, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Mateo, California 30 years experience
10.1 miles away from Atherton

I welcome couples that are new to therapy for the relationship or who are searching for expanding your communication, emotional satisfaction, plus other relationally strong connecting skills.. My approach combines looking at your

Sherian Lee, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Altos, California Online + In-person 25 years experience
10.9 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: ADHD Anger Management Behavioral Issues Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy

On a scale between 0-10, how satisfied are you with your emotional stability,  your ability to get things done, and the quality of your relationships?  I help clients cope better with "stress" while providing evidence-based therapeutic and

Karmen Fluker, Marriage And Family Therapist Associate Atherton, ca
Marriage And Family Therapist Associate
11.1 miles away from Atherton

Karmen Fluker, AMFT Received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from University of California Davis, and her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Saint Mary’s College Moraga. She currently works as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Articles By Karmen Fluker

Going from Me to We – Balancing Individuality in a Marriage

Going from Me to We – Balancing Individuality in a Marriage

The US is a country built on the ideals of independence and individualism. Many Americans set off to ...
Dr. Sonya E Bruner, Clinical Psychologist Atherton, ca
Clinical Psychologist
11.4 miles away from Atherton

Sonya Bruner has a B.A. in psychology from St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York. She subsequently earned an M.S. and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University New England, and completed two years of supervised training.

Articles By Dr. Sonya E Bruner

How To Deal With Disagreements In A Relationship

How To Deal With Disagreements In A Relationship

In the ever persistent fantasy, two soulmates meet, marry, and live happily ever after in perfect agreement ...
Deborah A Simmons, Marriage & Family Therapist Atherton, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Burlingame, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
11.8 miles away from Atherton
Specialties: Addiction Divorce Gender & sexual identity Marriage

At Primrose Healing and Wellness our therapists take a communications approach to therapy.  We believe that with good communication most problems can be dealt with.  We begin by evaulauting your communication style and teach new, more effective ways of

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Therapy in Atherton: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like in Atherton right now, based on 32 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$213
Most treated specialties
Intimacy, Divorce
Average therapist experience
18 years
Session format availability
Online only 9% In-person only 9% Both formats 82%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 69% Male 13% Non-binary/other 18%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Atherton

How are marriage therapists verified in Atherton?

Every marriage therapist listed in Atherton is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in Atherton?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in Atherton. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in Atherton?

Marriage therapists listed in Atherton charge an average of $213 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in Atherton before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in Atherton before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in Atherton?

Yes: 82% of marriage therapists listed in Atherton offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in Atherton will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in Atherton?

Search the directory for Atherton and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in Atherton?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in Atherton without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in Atherton?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in Atherton are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.