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59  therapists available in San Jose

Huntington Beach

As someone with lived experience in mental health and navigating social support systems, I bring a community-based understanding t...

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Huntington Beach

I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen and supported, and I strive to create a warm, safe, collaborative space where cli...

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Huntington Beach

As a first-generation American of Latin and European descent who identifies as a transgender woman and has experienced personal tr...

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Huntington Beach

I understand the unique challenges of navigating life as a minority, and I bring both personal experience and professional support...

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Huntington Beach

As a woman of color navigating societal and personal circumstances, I focus on teaching new life skills and restoring individual c...

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Huntington Beach

As a woman of color who has known both trauma and healing, I am deeply committed to helping individuals build the capacity to redi...

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Huntington Beach

As someone who has walked alongside individuals, couples, and families through trauma, loss, and life transitions, I bring an empa...

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Huntington Beach

Having personally known the impact of hardship and poverty, I bring a deeply empathetic, trauma-informed approach to walking along...

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La Habra

As someone who has walked alongside countless individuals through trauma, self-doubt, and life's unexpected turns, I am passionate...

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Irvine

As a mental health nurse practitioner I understand that every person is unique in their own way. I strive to combine advanced cli...

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Huntington Beach

As an experienced mental health professional, I know every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect...

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Huntington Beach

As someone who has had their own journey through trauma and anxiety, it has given me a deep, personal understanding of what it mea...

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SF

I find it truly rewarding to help those who are struggling mentally....

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San Diego

Your goal is my goal, and I will provide the same support others have provided me to get to where you want to be....

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Berkeley

My therapy journey began with a curiosity about human resilience and a desire to help others find strength in the face of life’s c...

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Thousand Oaks

As someone who believes in the power of empathy and genuine connection, I strive to create a safe space where you can explore your...

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Berkeley

As an African American, cisgender Female, I am passionate and relational when working with communities of color, and I understand ...

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Huntington Beach

As someone who has navigated my own journey through trauma and healing, I bring deep empathy and understanding to those learning t...

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Thousand Oaks

Having navigated my own experiences with anxiety and life challenges, I bring real-world understanding, warmth, and humor into the...

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Thousand Oaks

As a person who has experienced many of life’s ups and downs, I have a unique understanding of the skills necessary to navigate ch...

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La Habra

As a native born, Latino male, I have focused on helping people face the challenges of dealing with life-changing events....

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Thousand Oaks

As a minority woman growing up in a family with alcohol, substance abuse, and domestic violence, I understand the challenges and s...

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Irvine

I am a nurse practitioner who addresses all mental health conditions....

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Irvine

I’m here to understand you better and help identify the treatment goals you want to pursue....

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San Diego

I have successfully worked with individuals and groups by drawing on my bilingual and bicultural background....

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Thousand Oaks

As a Latino male born in a different country, I believe I understand that people are very unique and from a variety of backgrounds...

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Irvine

I provide grounded, compassionate psychiatric care shaped by my background as both a clinician and a former first responder, empha...

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Thousand Oaks

I became a therapist after witnessing how trauma impacts families and realizing that healing one person can transform generations....

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Berkeley

I care deeply about helping you find freedom, feel worthy, and reach your full potential....

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La Habra

I am passionate about understanding your unique needs and helping you achieve your goals. Let's make something great together!...

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Irvine

My experiences as an immigrant have helped me develop multicultural sensitivity....

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Irvine

Having navigated personal and systemic barriers myself, I am deeply committed to helping patients overcome mental health challenge...

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Irvine

As a seasoned provider of mental health care, I understand the complexities and many challenges that can arise in today's changing...

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San Diego

Through both personal and professional experience, I’ve seen how trauma and loss can reshape us and how, with compassionate care a...

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Thousand Oaks

I am a licensed therapist dedicated to helping people find clarity, healing, and empowerment in their lives....

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San Diego

This will be a journey where I will walk alongside you, supporting you through tough times and cheering you on in easier times....

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Huntington Beach

As a Muslim therapist, I value a culturally sensitive and inclusive space where we can talk openly about life, faith, or just gett...

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Berkeley

My goal is to support your unique path to personal change, growth, mental wellness, recovery, and finding your inner magic....

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Huntington Beach

As someone who has worked within complex healthcare and social systems, I understand how external barriers impact our well-being a...

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Fremont

Having worked in the field for over fifteen years, and having made it my second career, I find I have a knack for connecting with ...

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Irvine

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how painful life circumstances impact us...

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San Diego

I use various approaches to make sure treatment is catered to my client's specific needs....

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Thousand Oaks

My professional experience has allowed me to understand and assist clients as they traverse negative and positive changes in their...

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Berkeley

I believe that true healing involves the whole self—mind, body, and breath—and I guide clients toward balance through an integrati...

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La Habra

I believe it is essential that you feel heard and are an active participant in your care....

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La Habra

I am a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience....

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Huntington Beach

As a Black woman who grew up in a home where mental health was rarely talked about, I understand how difficult it can be to seek s...

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Huntington Beach

Hello my name is Ann Alsaadi. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT). I have led a variety of groups. ...

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La Habra

As a first-generation Latina therapist, I strive to help others heal generational wounds, challenge limiting beliefs, and reconnec...

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San Diego

As a therapist, I feel very fortunate to work in a field where I am helping and supporting others as they work on their personal g...

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San Diego

I believe it is important to feel your work brings value and assists in growth and transformation for others....

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San Diego

As a bilingual Swedish-speaking therapist, I will meet you with a deep, compassionate presence, provide a safe place to explore yo...

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Irvine

As an Asian-American woman growing up in the melting pot of Southern California, I understand the many issues of acculturation and...

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San Diego

Whether you are looking for supportive guidance while navigating a challenging situation or as you turn toward a new direction in ...

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San Diego

I understand the internal conflict associated with life transitions and exploration of self-identity. I strive to support clients ...

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San Diego

As a mom, emotional connection with family and self-empowerment is a daily practice....

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San Diego

I believe we all have the answers to our questions, problems, and desires within ourselves, but having someone else to support us ...

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San Diego

Mark is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who works out of an office in Philadelphia, and holds licenses in both Pennsylvania an...

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Starting Child therapy in San Jose

What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks San Jose.

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in San Jose, CA have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in San Jose, CA is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

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.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in San Jose accept 34 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Imperial Health Holdings Medical Group CA

  • Imperial Health Plan of California

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Self-pay costs at San Jose
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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I loved how friendly everyone I spoke with was and how easy and quick it was to make an appointment.
Sarah Sep 2025
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★★★★★
Alexandra is one of the best practitioners I've ever seen. She has challenged me in the best ways, which is tough! She meets me where I'm at, listens well, and has helped me wrestle with my anxiety in a really productive and meaningful way.
Jillian Sep 2025
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★★★★★
My therapist is a good listener and offers me useful advice and tools.
Jacquelynne Sep 2025
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★★★★★
I have had excellent help from Thriveworks. Administrative assistance has been prompt and courteous; even when circumstances necessitated a provider switch (due to my provider leaving the business for another opportunity), this change was handled efficiently. Meetings have brought me to a much better place than I was at a year ago. Thanks for everything!
Read more I have had excellent help from Thriveworks. Administrative assistance has been prompt and courteous; even when circumstances necessitated a provider switch (due to my provider leaving the business for another opportunity), this change was handled efficiently. Meetings have brought me to a much better place than I was at a year ago. Thanks for everything!
Jacob Jun 2025
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★★★★★
Blanca Sevilla is by far the most helpful therapist I have ever had in my life. Her insights have been integral in me improving myself and my life. I am so grateful to have her perspective to bounce ideas off and I feel like she really listens and keeps track. She's amazing!
Read more Blanca Sevilla is by far the most helpful therapist I have ever had in my life. Her insights have been integral in me improving myself and my life. I am so grateful to have her perspective to bounce ideas off and I feel like she really listens and keeps track. She's amazing!
Rachel Jun 2025
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★★★★★
I think in a general sense having more therapist available for clients there's moments I was not able to find a therapist to book with. The options were slim
Dalila Jun 2025
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★★★★★
Very informative information about how to be a better person.
Bridget Jun 2025
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★★★★★
Super easy to set-up an appointment! My provider is such a help she's a critical thinker and makes me think about everything. I appreciate her expertise.
Angelina Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry San Jose is located in Bascom - Forest on Forest Ave where it intersects with Clarmar Way. We are in the same building as Peninsula Oral Surgery San Jose. And just before you reach us, in a separate building, is Communications Workers-America. There are also houses behind us.

Phone number

(669) 238-4947

Languages spoken by CA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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