I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling seen, heard, and supported. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore life's challenges, build resilience, and move toward the life you want to create.

I recently graduated from Palo Alto University and have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and older adults in a variety of settings. My clinical background includes working with incarcerated individuals, where I gained a deeper understanding of resilience, systemic barriers, and the importance of meeting clients with empathy and respect. I also worked at an equine-assisted therapy center that specialized in trauma-informed, client-centered care, an experience that strengthened my belief in each person's innate capacity for healing and growth.

My therapeutic approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and rooted in social justice. I draw from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and existential approaches, tailoring treatment to each person's unique experiences, strengths, and goals. I believe that while life can present difficult challenges, change is always possible, and therapy can be a meaningful step toward creating that change.

I enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, dating and relationship concerns, breakups and divorce, adverse childhood experiences, body image and self-esteem, and developing healthy personal boundaries. Whether you are seeking support through a difficult transition or looking to better understand yourself, I am committed to walking alongside you with compassion, curiosity, and respect as we work toward your goals together.

Rates: $125 per 50 minute session

Reach out to kalvaradotherapy@gmail.com for availability. 

I am passionate about guiding my clients in understanding their history, behavior, personality, and how they navigate through the world. I also enjoy supporting youth through their interpersonal challenges and exploring current and past stressors. I specialize in treating those who are affected by depression, anxiety, cognitive distortions, and trauma-related stressors.

Having been born and raised in the Bay Area, I have always wanted to find a way to give back to the community that has done so much for my family and me. I have worked in mental health for the last six years providing the essential service to the Bay Area community. I believe that providing valuable counseling and therapy is something that everyone should be able to have. I will support you by listening, empathizing, and working to meet you where you are at. My hope is to support and uplift your abilities to find compassion in yourself and take positive strides towards your life. 

Rates: $150 per 50 minutes session

Email mattkang.svtherapy@gmail.com for availability