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As someone with lived experience in mental health and navigating social support systems, I bring a community-based understanding t...
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As someone with lived experience in mental health and navigating social support systems, I bring a community-based understanding to my work with clients.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I bring a community-based and integrated healthcare perspective to my work, with a focus on stability, self-awareness, and emotional well-being. My goal is to help clients build the tools to face life’s challenges while creating space for healing and growth through a compassionate, strengths-based approach.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California, where I concentrated on clinical practice and trauma-informed care. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques to promote empowerment, insight, and sustainable change in everyday life.
I believe healing begins with being seen and understood. Together, we’ll create a supportive space where your experiences are valued, and your goals are within reach. You don’t have to face challenges alone—therapy can help rebuild hope and strengthen your confidence in moving forward.
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As a woman of color who has known both trauma and healing, I am deeply committed to helping individuals build the capacity to redi...
As a woman of color who has known both trauma and healing, I am deeply committed to helping individuals build the capacity to rediscover safety, strength, and self-connection.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with 4 years of experience. I’ve worked with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relational challenges. I approach each person’s story with empathy and curiosity, creating a safe and supportive space for healing and growth.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, helping clients build awareness, regulate emotions, and shift unhelpful patterns. I blend structure with compassion to support clients move toward meaningful personal growth.
I know reaching out for help takes courage. My goal is to meet you where you are, without judgment, and walk alongside you as you build insight, confidence, and self-trust. Together, we’ll work to create lasting change that feels both sustainable and authentic.
As a woman of color navigating societal and personal circumstances, I focus on teaching new life skills and restoring individual c...
As a woman of color navigating societal and personal circumstances, I focus on teaching new life skills and restoring individual confidence to empower us and our future.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience working with diverse populations and treating diagnoses including depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
I received my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. I utilize evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to explore current challenges while creating a new foundation encouraging growth, healing, and self-confidence.
If any of this speaks to your current situation, I encourage you to reach out! Together, we will explore how we can build a new path towards healing and growth.
Your goal is my goal, and I will provide the same support others have provided me to get to where you want to be....
Your goal is my goal, and I will provide the same support others have provided me to get to where you want to be.
Alan Okamoto is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. He provides counseling to individuals ages 18 and older and also to families and couples. Alan’s clients may be facing mental health concerns including anxiety and depression. His approach to therapy gets to the heart of the matter to help create significant changes in self, behavior, and perspective. Alan’s goal is to offer you the support you need and help build the skills to sustain change. Outside of work, Alan loves spending time with his family, trying new recipes, and being outdoors.
Alan has a Master’s in Counseling from San Diego State University. His most often used approaches are cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Alan was drawn to the field of therapy to serve others and help individuals, families, and couples create significant changes and life-changing impacts. If you’re ready to begin working on a brighter future, Alan looks forward to meeting you!
As someone who believes in the power of empathy and genuine connection, I strive to create a safe space where you can explore your...
As someone who believes in the power of empathy and genuine connection, I strive to create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment, guiding you towards your own path of healing and growth.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I specialize in helping clients manage depression, anxiety, and self-doubt while guiding them toward greater self-awareness and empowerment. My approach emphasizes compassion, collaboration, and practical tools to help clients strengthen resilience, improve relationships, and find clarity in their personal and professional goals. I’m committed to providing a safe, supportive space for growth and healing.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Walden University. I use evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and personalized coping strategies. My goal is to help clients explore emotions, confront fears, and build skills that promote lasting emotional wellness and balance.
I understand that reaching out for help takes courage, and I aim to meet you where you are, offering empathy, perspective, and actionable support. Together, we’ll work to unlock your potential, restore confidence, and create meaningful change, one step at a time.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to for helping people in individual therapy is to create a safe environment where clients feel seen and understood. I find the best benefit in psychodynamic and attachment theory-based therapy with DBT (to include distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and mindfulness) because exploring our past and relationships can bring awareness and relief.
I teach awareness, mindfulness, and recognition of how the past influences current behaviors and beliefs. I help clients see there are ways to create well-being in adulthood and decrease depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and more.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when there is a sense of lightness and relief in the client. It will be apparent to clients with a decrease in symptoms and increased self-worth.
Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy with self-care and staying present.
To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can just show up.
Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.
Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.
Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry San Jose is located near Forest Ave and O'Connor Dr, off I-880. It is a short distance from Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and near the Rose Garden.
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