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Michelle Wambach. M.A., LMFT


4020 Moorpark Avenue
Suite 206
San Jose, CA 95117
Website: 
http://www.michellewambach.com
Phone: 
408-247-7909

Welcome.

People seek therapy for many reasons. Often we are going through difficult life circumstances that cause emotional pain, and we need to feel better. We all want to feel whole, happy, and have a life that is emotionally balanced and fulfilling. Sometimes we keep ending up in the same relationship and life patterns despite our best efforts to change. You may want to feel better about yourself, or are struggling to overcome wounds from the past that keep holding you back. Perhaps you have been suffering for too long with feelings of anxiety and depression that interfere with having the life you want. You likely want more from your life, yourself, and your relationships. I can help you live the life you deserve, and find emotional peace and clarity.

I'm a Licensed therapist in San Jose, California.  I have a full time private practice, and I teach psychology classes at a local college.

In therapy, we explore your life through your dreams, memories, fantasies, beliefs, thoughts, and feelings-- in order to fully understand you together. We begin to piece together all that has happened in your life. We examine how the unconscious meanings you have made of your life experiences can guide your choices and responses in relationships, work, school, and life decisions. These  beliefs are often outside of conscious awareness, but can guide choices in ways that are problematic and self-defeating.

I also offer specific skills for communication, anxiety relief, and better access to your emotions, thoughts, and beliefs. We collaborate together on helping you tolerate your emotions, and understand the unconscious reasons behind your choices. So that you can make more successful and empowered life decisions. 

My goal is to provide a safe nurturing space in which you are deeply understood, while being supported towards significant life change.  I offer honest and thoughtful feedback; along with warmth, compassion, and guidance. Our aim is to create balance in your life, and help you feel peaceful. Therapy with me is a long-term commitment to your well being, happiness, and personal growth.

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Additional Information

Specialties

Anxiety Disorders
Bereavement / Grief / Loss
Childhood Sexual Abuse (Victims)
Depression
Emotional Growth & Development
Intimacy Issues
Panic
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma

Other Specialties

Therapy and Counseling in San Jose, California. Also provide therapy for: Adults with childhood abandonment; Intimacy fears; Long standing relationship difficulties; Food and Substance Overuse; Computer Game/On-Line Overuse; Chronic Physical Pain or physical issue affecting relationships.

Treatment Modalities

Eye Movement Training (EMDR)

Professional Title(s)

Marital and Family Therapist

Licensed in

California

License

MFC#41571

Degree

MA/MS

Institution

Santa Clara University

Gender

Female

Professional Organizations/Affiliations

CAMFT

Accepting New Patients

Yes

Office Information/Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10:00am-4:30pm

I charge $125 per session for individuals, and $150 per session for couples.

Therapeutic Orientation(s)

Behavioral
Cognitive
Existential
Psychodynamic

Other Therapeutic Orientation(s)

Cognitive-Behavioral, Dynamic, Holistic, EMDR

Years in Practice

10-13

Treatment Age(s)

Adolescents
Adults
Couples

Minimum Hourly Fee

$125 or more

Accepted Insurance

NONE

Other Accepted Insurance

Patients pay fee directly by cash, check, Visa, Mastercard. Statements are available to submit for PPO insurance reimbursement.