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INDIVIDUAL, TEENS, AND COUPLES THERAPY IN SAN JOSE, CA & SAN JUAN, PR
Make space for what you value
real talk:
Have you been talking about making a change?
Let's start to make it happen.
Does this sound familiar?
✕ You look like you've got it all together, but internally you're really struggling. You're always doubting yourself but you're trying to act like you know what you're doing.
✕ You hate asking for help and you don't want to bother to your friends or family. You've been trying to deal with things on your own and no one really knows how much you're actually struggling
✕ You constantly doubt yourself in relationships. You seem to find yourself repeating the same patterns and ending up with a partner who can't meet your needs.
YOU'RE IN THE RIGHT SPOT.
This is a space where you can take care of your needs to feel better, more grounded, and connected to your life.
We specialize in working with adults who tired of repeating the same cycles and are looking to align their lives with their values. We're in the business of helping you feel empowered to honor what's most important to you and live a life grounded in your values. .
We help clients start to tune into their own needs and feelings so they can learn to trust themselves and live a life that honors their authentic self.
If you're looking for a therapist in San Jose, California, or Puerto Rico, you're in the right place.
YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT SPOT.
meet the team
Our clients are looking to:
Bring their whole self to the table
During our sessions you'll have a safe space to process your ups and downs (and everything in between) so you can start to show up as your whole self, even the parts of you that it's hard to let others see.
Feel empowered to make sustainable changes
Together we’ll examine long-standing patterns in your thoughts, behaviors and relationships and we’ll develop a committed action plan so you can start to feel more empowered and confident.
Finally invest in themselves and their own well-being.
You've spent so much time trying to deal with things on your own, but you're ready to receive support so you don't have to carry the weight alone.
Live a life aligned with their values.
In our work together we'll make space for what what matters most to you and shift your attention and energy to creating a life grounded in your values.
Therapy with us is…
✓ Down to earth, relatable, and no BS approach because we're not afraid to say the hard things
✓ We'll be compassionately direct to help you challenge yourself and grow
✓ A collaborative process to develop tools and help you show up as your best self
✓ Grounded in compassion, openness, and honesty so you can connect with your authentic self to align your life with your values
Therapy with us is not…
✕ Stuffy, uptight and blank slate approach so you never see our real personalities
✕ A nod-and-smile session where you don’t get real feedback
✕ Just a weekly vent session without having to put in the work
✕ Lacking empathy and connection so you never feel 100% comfortable
Why living openhearted?
Living Openhearted Therapy and Wellness isn't just a name – it's a reflection of Kristin's personal journey and the core values that guide our practice. Born with a congenital heart defect, which affects 1 in 100 births, Kristin's own journey with CHD has profoundly shaped both her personal growth and her approach as a therapist. Driven by a deep-seated desire to serve her community, Kristin has always been committed to being a resource for those embarking on their own healing journeys. Kristin and her team understand that each person's path is unique, and they're dedicated to showing up authentically and compassionately to support their clients every step of the way.
Our private practice is built on the foundational values of open-heartedness, growth, and courage – principles Kristin's embraced throughout her own life.
At Living Openhearted Therapy and Wellness, Kristin and her team create a safe, nurturing space where clients can explore their own paths to wellness and authenticity. She believes that true healing comes from embracing vulnerability, fostering personal growth, and finding the courage to live life fully. Drawing from her unique perspective, Kristin and her team guide their clients towards opening their hearts to new possibilities, nurturing their inner strength, and discovering the courage to face life's challenges head-on.
Get support for
Helping you find the calm in your life.
Restore your sense of self to manage life's big changes.
Providing you support and hope when it's hard to keep going.
Start to feel more grounded and focused.
You are not alone. This is your safe space to talk about what you're going through.
Love more, fight less, and improve communication.
Helping you understand your money story and how it impacts your life and relationship
Get off the relationship rollercoaster, set healthier boundaries, and improve self esteem.
You are not burden. Find emotional and physical peace.
Find support and solidarity with other moms who get it.
This space is for you.
Our practice is inclusive and is built on mutual respect, acceptance of others without biases based on differences of any kind. Our practice is culturally attuned, inclusively yours, and based on deep connection.
WE KNOW THE COURAGE IT TAKES TO DO THE WORK AND TAKE RISKS, SO WE'LL BE SUPPORTING YOU IN THIS JOURNEY AS YOUR START TO USE YOUR VOICE AND MAKE YOURSELF A PRIORITY.
What to expect from therapy
01
CLARIFY
Our first session we'll start to get to know each other. We'll ask questions about your past, get some background information from you, and we'll clarify what you want to work on in therapy. (It's normal to feel a little nervous the first time we meet.) We'll also talk about scheduling our future sessions so you know when we'll be meeting.
02
ALIGN
This is where we'll start to dig a little deeper. Our work will be a collaborative process to align your life with your core values. We'll look at patterns you've noticed in your past as well in your behaviors or relationships. We'll be walking beside you, but you will letting me know how we can best support you. In our session, we'll be compassionately direct with a hint of humor. we think therapy should incorporate all aspects of the human experience, so there may be laughter, tears, relief, and realization of what you need.
03
MAINTENANCE
Next we'll reflect on our work together and the hard work you've put in. We want to make sure that our work is helpful to you. We'll talk about if we accomplished what you were hoping to work through in therapy. We'll talk about next steps for you in your journey.
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