Krista Regedanz and her team of therapists offer the highest quality care. I regularly refer…read moreclients to Krista and Palo Alto Smart Therapy. If you want deep healing and transformation, Palo Alto Smart Therapy is the place to be!

Working with Krista was absolutely amazing! She was able to make a huge difference with my PTSD…read more The techniques she uses are not available thru the VA Healthcare system. I can highly recommend her! It is difficult writing about something so personal, and most Veterans are suffering in silence. That is just how we were taught... got a problem, don't talk about it. I had been living with my issues since 2002, but after 16 years, I finally found someone able to help me. If you know of any veterans suffering from their PTSD, Krista is definitely worth visiting. Don't put it off, it won't go away on it's own.

I recently attended Arda Ozdemir's Emotional Mastery workshop and found it to be a very powerful…read moreexperience. Arda offers a clear and grounded approach to noticing our triggers, understanding our emotional patterns, and releasing unprocessed fears that create drama in our lives. What I appreciated most was how practical and honest the work is -- it invites real awareness and responsibility for our inner state. I left with a deeper understanding of my emotions and tools that I can apply in everyday life. Highly recommend Rise2Realize method for happy life

Arda is my definition of good people. I recommend him based on his personality first over his years…read moreof experience. He's really trying to help people. That's something that's hard to find in this industry. I trust him. DC

My adult child just completed 6 weeks in their PHP and IOP Program…read more Per my child, they said that out of all the 4 programs(Fremont, Gilroy, SF) my child attended, this one was by far the best PHP/IOP Program. At the intake appointment you get a packet full of information about the program, what to expect, your start date, and the schedule. Then on your first day they get a big binder where each day are given packets to put in their binder and other forms. It's basically like their bible/handbook/manual to keep and refer back to in case they need a reminder/refresher on coping skills, CBT, DBT, wellness plan, healthy boundaries, etc. Family Day is once a week where family can join in their class and find out about what their family is learning and also participate. It's really an eyeopener. Don't skip out on Family Day, you will definitely learn something about yourself! Lol Such an organized and informative program!

Recently my mom stayed at the Scrivner Center & had a very good experience there. I found the…read morecheck-in process on my visits very efficient & organized, it felt like it was a very secure & safe environment. The staff from the front desk to the nurses were all wonderful, very devoted & compassionate. My mom felt very much at ease there. They kept things very clean & she said the food was good. We both appreciated the doctors & social worker who helped facilitate everything. I felt like they wanted to be sure she was truly ready to be released before they signed her out, which was important. The communication with me (updating me on her progress) could have been a little more frequent, but when I did speak to people they were knowledgeable & helpful. A couple articles of clothing didn't seem to make it home with her, nothing expensive though so not a big deal. Overall it was a big relief for her to be in a safe, clean place filled with caring & attentive staff. Special shout-out to J.S. who helped advise me the best way to get my mom admitted. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Scrivner to anyone needing this type of mental health care. It's so important to get the right care, don't be ashamed to reach out to find help when you need it.

Eh I still remember doing a session of "exposure therapy" with her. She proceeded to sit on a…read morebench while I went around the block making a fool out of myself to rid myself of social anxiety. Looking back on it, this was not adequate care.

Sent her an email stating my need and to see if she has any availablity, and never heard back. That…read morewas 4-weeks ago.

I had a session with Rich a while back. I was struggling with depression, my past marriage and my…read morechildren not to mention PTSD. I couldn't sleep every night.Rich helped me see positive ways to look at both past and moving forward. He had recorded two different versions of sleep therapy as well as explained and pointed out things I need to improve in my life. Time to time, when I feel troubled or feel stuck, I reach out to Rich on the phone. Every time he has given me directions to how to approach things in life positively and made me understand with different real life examples to help me with my struggles and problems. I have never experienced anyone like Rich who is easy to talk to, makes his time to help me when I am down and low, very personal and professional at the same time. I recommend Rich to anyone wanting to better their lives and learn important factors in life that are often neglect and ignored. Rich teaches values, morals and ethics all in very simple steps. Thank you Rich for all your help and advice. You truly are one of the greatest person I have ever met in my life. Much appreciated it. Mia Henderson

Rich is amazing. Just off the phone with him after 4 hours, and he was so tired but talked to me…read moreuntil we got through everything I needed help with. This is my 4th year of working with him. I don't want to leave a long ass review, but just know he helped me in all aspects of my life from god, business, to personal relationships. - B

My experience with Christen was life changing. I went to her at a stage of my life that crossing…read morethe borders of the subconscious mind seemed impossible or too difficult to achieve. If you can relate well to spiritual healing, it would be a mistake if you choose not to see her. Christen is technically a doctor who looks at your soul, and pinpoints the problems. As easily as a primary care doctor who examines your throat and writes prescription for a cold, she taps into her intuition and finds an answer for you. Although, I know a good number of highly intuitive people, I'd never met someone of such great intuition whose gifts are so aligned with her profession as a healer. Christen has a ton of tools in her tool belt, and can quickly get into the root of someone's problem. In her work, she leverages both her psychology degree, and spiritual training. If you add her intelligent mind, generous heart, great intuition, and gifts on top of that you won't be surprised why she is so successful at healing. Being an intuitive person who can evaluate what she hears to a good degree, I never heard a single comment from her that didn't resonate. In the course of 3 months we made so much progress with discovering the cause of some of my deep problems that rooted in early childhood or had ancestral roots. Navigating the subconscious mind seemed as easy as getting directions on Google Maps. When I finished working with her, I was at a stage in my life that I'd always struggled to be in. Something that would have been impossible by getting traditional therapy alone. I can not thank her enough.

Christen has helped me navigate the difficult terrain of cancer healing. She is insightful, wise,…read moreand an excellent healer. One of her greatest gifts is being able to pinpoint the core wound that's triggering a dynamic (like cancer or self-doubt) and release it from the mind-body-soul experience. Not only do I feel calm and inspired after our sessions, Christen offers practical tools that I'm able to use between our sessions. These tools help me increase the healing that happed during the session and become a bridge to the next session, so I always feel held and loved in a powerful way.

The therapists here are extraordinarily skillful, warm and compassionate. I highly recommend FGI…read more I began working with Ellen Sande one week ago hoping for relief from some very deep-seated negative thoughts which have plagued me for several years. I expected that perhaps over the course of a few months of therapy and hard work I'd experience a little relief, which would have been welcome. This isn't my first go-round with therapy -- I've seen two other therapists at different institutions over the past two years with no success, and I felt nervous about starting up with yet another therapist. But after two 2-hour sessions my anger, resentment and anxiety disappeared. Completely. It's like waking up from a long and terrible nightmare. I feel immensely grateful for Ellen's expertise and the unique, effective cognitive tools implemented by all of the therapists at FGI. If you're looking for relief from immense emotional distress, look no further. You'll find it here.

Maor is extraordinary at what he does, through guided work a lot of my past was transformed for the…read morebetter. For those looking for a provider that is attuned, thoughtful, and pragmatic then the Feeling Good Institute is the right place for you.

I originally wrote a glowing review back when I was a mere 21-year-old new to the world of therapy…read moreand all it had to offer. Let's start with the good: Transferring between therapists was painless if you feel like another practitioner is better suited for your needs. They're also very responsive via email, and while everything is online now, they're still very proactive in making sure to let you know of any cancellations. It is very clear that Mabel cares about her employees and will prioritize their health should they run into any difficulties in their personal lives, while making sure clients continue to receive the care that they deserve. Communication and scheduling are top-notch which is crucial (and I'd argue the bare minimum) when receiving mental health services. Here's where I felt the standard of care I was receiving felt not up to par: I suffer from BDD, which a complex disorder that requires nuanced care and language that does not insult my intelligence and also offers me advice as to not make my mental pain any worse than it is. There have been several instances where I felt my therapist's personal biases (I have worked with two here) have affected their approach to difficulties I was facing, which is never a good thing. If you want a specific example: Unrelated to my BDD but still a distressing change, I've experienced a nearly 80 lb. weight gain during my transition from my late teens to my early 20's, with 55 of those pounds driven by a sudden increase of chronic stress, anxiety, and dysregulated cortisol levels. As you can imagine, it's something that I've had to grapple with and grieve as I navigate a body that feels even more unfamiliar than it previously did. However, I was constantly told that "bodies are meant to change as we transition to true adulthood" or some flavor of that, which was very invalidating and quite frankly, insulting to my intelligence. Projection when treating my BDD also occurred --- and I know that's a buzzword that's susceptible to misusage, but it should be known that this is a very, very complex disorder and not all patients should be treated as if they're poisoned by social media or the beauty industry. It is very important, if possible, that you find a licensed clinical psychologist who has extensive training in ERP and is very familiar with the diagnostic literature. Some of the language that the therapist used in the early stages of me working together with them before I complained of not feeling seen or heard still affects me negatively today, which is probably the opposite of the desired effect of therapy. (I'd imagine that most people would not appreciate being called "illogical"). It seems like the bulk of the reviews are about Mabel (the owner), and I never worked with her personally so I can't speak on that front. The therapists that I have worked with here are good people and they really seem passionate about what they do, but passion can only get you so far when it comes to helping potential clients. I currently am getting my needs met elsewhere, but I just wanted to share my thoughts to help those who might be looking for a new therapist, especially for those who suffer from BDD. I didn't have a solid reference point for what specialized BDD care looked like, but once you experience it, you can't really go back. That being said, there is a chance that you could benefit from working with one of the therapists here, but as a generalized piece of advice I recommend shopping around elsewhere if you are financially able, so that you can find the best provider for YOU.

I found Mabel by chance a couple of years ago when I was not in a great place. I had tried out…read moreseveral therapists, but formed an instant connection with Mabel. She is warm, personable, empathetic, and compassionate. I remember hoping on a consultation call with her to let her know about my situation, filling in a form online about my background (other therapists take at least 1-2 sessions to get this which I feel is a waste of time/ not very efficient), and by the time we had our first session, she already knew a ton about me! Mabel is practical and relatable, and I place a lot of trust in her expertise and guidance. We dont always have breakthroughs every session (nor should you have that expectation for every therapy session), but I always walk away with something to think about, and a renewed sense of calm. She has seen me grow over the years, and Im truly grateful for her help.

I felt inclined to leave a review after...10 years of knowing Dr. Williams, 4ish total of working…read moretogether. I met her in my early 20s when I was in undergrad, suffering from trauma stemming from years of abuse. She wasn't even taking clients at the time, according to her voice messaging system, but she called me back and took me on. From then on, I found the best advocate one could hope for in a therapist. I eventually moved away and we discontinued working together. Then, I was having a rough patch and didn't have insurance, but we worked something out. She worked with me through this difficulty until I transitioned to grad school. We didn't talk for a few years. Fast forward three more years (six total, since I'd last worked with her) I'm back in California and in need of a great therapist. Now I'd seen many therapists during the six year gap since we'd worked together. I saw 5 others upon moving back to California, prior to working with her again. I came back to Dr. Williams after so many years because she's genuinely the best therapist I've ever had. She's supportive, smart as heck, perceptive, nuanced...and just amazing. She supported me through Trauma with EMDR when I was younger (and sometimes now). Now she's supporting me through a mood disorder. I highly recommend her...and I speak highly of her to everyone I meet.

Dr Williams was my therapist for many years until she moved her practice. She is compassionate,…read morethoughtful, intelligent and helpful. Did amazing work for me. I highly recommend her. Have not found another therapist nearly as good as her.

Tessa has become an essential part of my wellness and self-care journey. With her expertise and…read moresupport, I have worked through significant trauma and issues that had taken up so much space for way too long. Tessa's approachable and realistic therapeutic style is a perfect match for my needs. Her empathy, sincerity, and authenticity all contribute to her being an invaluable, life-changing person in my life.

Tessa created a safe, welcoming space where I felt heard, respected, and understood. She is…read moreempathetic, wise, and intuitive. Her skills in treating trauma will help you make positive steps forward in life and help you come home to yourself. Highly recommend!