Find Shame Therapists & Counselors in Santa Clara, CA.

 

Is shame negatively affecting your life? Many people feel shame for all sorts of reasons, but shame is often a weapon used in bullying behaviors to make others feel defenseless, embarrassed, or confused. If you are experiencing these symptoms of shame, then it's a good idea to seek professional assistance from a licensed therapist, who can help you make sense of those feelings and stop them at the source.

Whether you are located in downtown Santa Clara, the suburbs of Santa Clara, other nearby places such as Campbell, Sunnyvale, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Signs of Shame

If you’re wondering whether you’re experiencing shame, this section is for you. Shame can bring on a myriad of symptoms, including:

  • Feelings of vulnerability.
  • Feelings of rejection.
  • Feeling small in relation to others.
  • Worrying about failing.
  • Worrying about what others may think about you.

This is not an exhaustive list. Licensed therapist Aaron Mason wrote this article about shame, imperfections, and the difference between guilt and shame.

Don’t Wait: Get Shame Counseling Today!

It’s totally normal to feel shame in the short term, but when these feelings linger or grow over time, they can have detrimental effects on your self-esteem and mental health as a whole. Therapy can help tremendously by helping you discover the source of your shame and how to overcome it. And Mental Health Match can help you find a quality therapist to get started. Start by browsing below or using our free therapist matching tool.

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For some clients therapy can be more educational, learning about the other sex (or the same sex with a different sexual energy) for others its more explorational, learning about themselves.

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Together, we will help you get to a place where there is less self-doubt and judgment and more compassion, self-love and strength so you can live an authentic and thriving life.

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I help people recognize their inner strength and practice self-love. I’m BIPOC so I understand the ways we are programmed to minimize ourselves and our needs, and I’m here to help you find your inner light and make it shine brighter.

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  • Adoption
  • Anxiety Management
  • Career Burnout
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  • Immigrants
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Life Transitions
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People can discuss a range of themes with me, including anxiety, relationship issues, self-discovery, personal growth, resilience building, and emotional well-being, all within a compassionate and supportive environment

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As a therapist, I offer a compassionate space for you to be heard and understood. Through active listening, we'll explore your strengths and navigate challenges together, empowering you on your journey to healing and growth. ❤️

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  • Biracial Women
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  • Empowering Women
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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Working together, we can identify core wounds, recognize sabotaging patterns, and address faulty coping mechanisms that hinder your goals + happiness. By gaining deeper insights, releasing stagnant energy, and nurturing confidence + self-compassion.


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Working together, we can identify core wounds, recognize sabotaging patterns, and address faulty coping mechanisms that hinder your goals + happiness. By gaining deeper insights, releasing stagnant energy, and nurturing confidence + self-compassion.

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I use evidence-based tools like IFS, CBT, EMDR, somatic/mindfulness to promote self-growth by gaining insights both mentally and physically, creating a strong mind-body connection to rewrite unhelpful narratives.

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  • Aging and Getting Older
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  • Consensual Non-Monogamy
  • Depression
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  • Ethical Non-Monogamy
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  • Kink
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness
  • Mind-Body Connection
  • Mindfulness
  • Open Relationships
  • Polyamory
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychosomatic Issues
  • Queer
  • Relationships
  • Self-Esteem
  • Shame
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma
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Kathleen Porter
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Together, we’ll focus on your goals and healing. I aim for you to connect deeply with a therapist and start a meaningful journey. My commitment is to make sure you feel heard and to build a safe, trusting relationship for effective collaboration.


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Together, we’ll focus on your goals and healing. I aim for you to connect deeply with a therapist and start a meaningful journey. My commitment is to make sure you feel heard and to build a safe, trusting relationship for effective collaboration.

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My approach integrates a blend of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strengths-Based interventions. By combining these strategies, I provide a range of tools designed to support you.

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  • Anxiety
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  • Children
  • Codependency
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  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
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  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
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  • Parenting
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