Founded in 1977, Almaden Institute, an association of independent licensed psychotherapists, has grown in size and reputation.  A leading provider of mental health services in the south bay, our therapists provide a wide range of counseling, educational and consulting services with an emphasis on preventive mental health and the strengthening of individual and family life.

FOR INDIVIDUALS:     

The institute therapists are skilled at working with people with anxiety, stress, depression and life transitions.  In addition, our therapists are experienced in specialized areas like:

• Alcohol and substance abuse
• Eating disorders and weight management
• Phobias or unreasonable fears
• Career conflicts
• Grief and personal loss

FOR COUPLES:

Working with in-relationship couples our therapists focus on the positive aspects of communication, negotiation, enhancing intimacy and sharing more creatively.  Some of the specific situations our staff helps couples address are:

• Marriage preparation
• Conflict resolution
• Sexual dysfunction’s
• Separation and dissolution of marriage

FOR FAMILIES:

Today the traditional family has evolved to include many culturally and structurally different forms.  With these changes, new demands and problems may occur.  Almaden Institute therapists provide a full range of services to facilitate solutions to specific family issues including:

• Conflict of values, power struggles and family unity
• Single parenting
• Blended families
• Play therapy for the young child
• Adolescent counseling
• Pre and post divorce parenting plans

To find the therapist best suited to address your needs, please meet our staff.