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How to Prepare for Your First Therapy Appointment

by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Communication, Counseling, Emotions, Psychotherapy

The decision to seek therapy is a significant and often courageous step toward improved mental health. Whether driven by anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or a desire for personal growth, attending your first therapy session marks the beginning of a journey...

How Long Does Psychotherapy Take to Work?

by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Counseling, Depression, Family Therapy, Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy, often referred to as talk therapy, is a widely recognized and empirically supported method for addressing a variety of mental health concerns. As mental health becomes increasingly prioritized in global health discourse, more individuals seek...

Psychotherapy for PTSD: Techniques and Effectiveness

by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Counseling, Family Therapy, Psychotherapy, PTSD, Uncategorized

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating psychiatric condition that arises after exposure to traumatic events, including violence, accidents, natural disasters, or military combat. Characterized by symptoms such as intrusive memories, hyperarousal,...

How Psychodynamic Therapy Uncovers the Unconscious Mind

by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Child Development, Counseling, Psychotherapy

Psychodynamic therapy, rooted in the psychoanalytic traditions established by Sigmund Freud, represents a profound effort to explore the human mind’s hidden layers. Its central aim is to make unconscious material conscious, thereby fostering insight and...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Beginner’s Guide

by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Counseling, Psychotherapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely practiced and extensively researched form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Developed in the 1960s by psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck, CBT has evolved into a...

What to Expect in Your First Psychotherapy Session

by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Counseling, Depression, Psychotherapy

Entering psychotherapy for the first time can feel daunting, especially if you’re uncertain about what to expect. People often arrive at therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of how the process works. Understanding what typically happens during a first...
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RANDI FREDRICKS, PH.D., LMFT

Randi Fredricks, Ph.D is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, licensed to practice in California MFC47803. As a psychotherapist, best-selling author, and published researcher, she provides counseling and psychotherapy services online from her private practice in San Jose, California.  She has written books on mental health and alternative treatments, including Healing & Wholeness: Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Mental Health, Fasting: An Exceptional Human Experience, Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Anxiety, and Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Depression. She has conducted and published research on communication, relationships, and fasting in mental health.

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