Therapy Services in Los Gatos, CA | ABPP Clinical Psychologist
Therapy is a structured, evidence-based process designed to identify and address the underlying factors affecting emotional, psychological, and behavioral functioning. At the practice of Dr. Ginny Estupinian, PhD, ABPP, a board-certified clinical psychologist in Los Gatos, CA, treatment is designed for adults (18+) experiencing conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, stress-related disorders, and complex life challenges.
Many individuals seek therapy after previous treatment has not fully resolved their concerns. In many cases, this is not due to lack of effort, but because important contributing factors have not been fully identified. Symptoms may overlap, change over time, or reflect multiple underlying conditions.
Treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation to understand how symptoms are presenting across different areas of life, including emotional regulation, cognitive patterns, behavior, and physiological responses. This allows for a more precise and individualized treatment plan.
Rather than applying a single framework, treatment is adapted based on the specific patterns identified. This may include evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), along with other targeted interventions when appropriate.
As a clinical psychologist, I provide therapy that includes both diagnostic evaluation and structured treatment, allowing for a more complete understanding of how different factors interact and influence functioning over time.
Who This Practice Is Designed For
Adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress who have not fully responded to prior treatment
Individuals whose symptoms are difficult to explain or do not fit a single diagnosis
Professionals and high-functioning individuals experiencing internal distress despite outward success
Individuals navigating complex life situations, transitions, or crises
Those seeking a structured, evidence-based approach rather than general support or coaching
Comprehensive Mental Health Services for Every Stage of Life:
- Trauma & PTSD Treatment – Advanced, empirically sound therapy for healing past wounds
- Anxiety & Depression – Evidence-based approaches that create real change
- Sleep Disorders – Clinical sleep medicine expertise for restorative rest
- Life Transitions – Support through divorce, career changes, grief, and loss
- Relationship Issues – Build healthier connections and communication patterns
- Neuropsychological Testing – Understand cognitive strengths and challenges
- Older Adult Therapy – Specialized care for aging, caregiving, and retirement concerns
- Executive Stress – Confidential support for workplace and leadership challenges
Why Choose a Doctoral-Level Clinical Psychologist?
Dr. Estupinian’s PhD and board certification (ABPP) mean you receive the highest level of psychological expertise, combining deep scientific knowledge with genuine compassion. Unlike master’s-level counselors, she offers comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning backed by decades of clinical training.
Your journey to better mental health starts with expert care that honors your individual story. Dr. Estupinian creates a safe, non-judgmental space where healing happens at your pace.
Why Work With a Board-Certified Clinical Psychologist?
Board certification in clinical psychology represents one of the highest levels of professional qualification in the field. It requires advanced training, peer review, and demonstration of clinical expertise beyond basic licensure.
Working with a board-certified psychologist means:
Advanced diagnostic expertise
Evidence-based treatment planning
Extensive clinical training
Ethical and professional oversight
How This Approach Works
Treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation to identify how symptoms are presenting across emotional, behavioral, and physiological domains. Rather than treating conditions in isolation, therapy focuses on understanding underlying patterns and how they interact. This allows for a more precise and individualized treatment approach.
The following services represent different ways that underlying psychological patterns may present. Treatment focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes, rather than treating each condition in isolation.
Anxiety Treatment
Dr. Estupinian provides structured, evidence-based treatment for anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, panic, and performance-related anxiety. Treatment focuses on identifying the underlying cognitive, behavioral, and physiological patterns contributing to persistent anxiety.
A comprehensive approach helps reduce excessive worry, improve emotional regulation, and support more consistent functioning in daily and professional settings.
Depression Treatment
Dr. Estupinian provides evidence-based treatment for depressive conditions, including major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder. Treatment focuses on identifying contributing factors such as behavioral patterns, cognitive processes, and co-occurring conditions.
A structured approach helps improve energy, motivation, and overall functioning while addressing the underlying patterns that maintain depressive symptoms.
Stress Management
Dr. Estupinian provides structured, evidence-based treatment for stress-related conditions, including chronic stress, burnout, and difficulty managing sustained pressure. Treatment focuses on identifying underlying patterns contributing to stress, including cognitive, behavioral, and physiological factors.
A comprehensive approach helps improve emotional regulation, reduce physiological activation, and support more consistent functioning in demanding personal and professional environments.
Trauma Therapy
Dr. Estupinian provides treatment for trauma-related conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex trauma. Treatment focuses on how past experiences continue to affect emotional responses, behavior, and physiological regulation.
A structured and carefully paced approach supports processing of traumatic experiences, improved emotional regulation, and restoration of a sense of safety.
Phobia Treatment
Dr. Estupinian provides treatment for specific phobias, including situational, environmental, and social fears. Treatment focuses on identifying avoidance patterns and the cognitive and behavioral processes that maintain fear responses.
A structured approach helps reduce avoidance, improve tolerance to feared situations, and restore confidence in daily functioning.
Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Dr. Estupinian provides therapy for individuals with Bipolar I and Bipolar II disorder, working in coordination with psychiatric care when appropriate. Treatment focuses on identifying mood patterns, triggers, and behavioral factors that influence mood stability.
A structured approach supports improved regulation, reduced episode frequency, and more consistent day-to-day functioning.
OCD Treatment
Dr. Estupinian treats obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) using evidence-based approaches, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Treatment focuses on interrupting compulsive patterns and reducing the intensity of intrusive thoughts.
A structured approach helps increase tolerance of uncertainty, reduce compulsive behaviors, and improve overall functioning.
Social Anxiety
Dr. Estupinian provides treatment for social anxiety disorder, focusing on patterns of avoidance, fear-based thinking, and heightened self-monitoring in social and professional situations.
A structured approach helps reduce avoidance, improve confidence in interpersonal interactions, and support more effective engagement in social environments.
Behavioral Sleep Medicine
Dr. Estupinian provides Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and other evidence-based behavioral sleep interventions. Treatment focuses on identifying patterns that interfere with sleep regulation, including cognitive, behavioral, and physiological factors.
A structured approach helps restore consistent sleep patterns, improve sleep quality, and support overall mental and physical functioning.
In-Person & Telehealth Therapy Across Multiple States
Los Gatos Office: In-person therapy sessions available at our Los Gatos, California. Location: 987 University Ave #20, Los Gatos, CA 95038
Therapy Services for Los Gatos and Silicon Valley
Clients commonly come from:
Los Gatos
Saratoga
Campbell
Cupertino
San Jose
Monte Sereno
Silicon Valley professionals
Telehealth Services Available in 4 States:
- California – Serving San Jose, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, and all CA residents
- Oregon – Telehealth statewide
- Illinois – Telehealth throughout IL
- Florida – Telehealth throughout FL
Flexible Options for Your Convenience
Whether you prefer the personal connection of in-office visits in Los Gatos or the convenience of secure video therapy from your home or office, Dr. Estupinian provides the same expert care across all formats. Her multi-state licensing means you can maintain continuity of care even when traveling or relocating.
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy Services
How do I know which therapy service is right for me?
As a clinical psychologist, Dr. Estupinian will conduct a comprehensive evaluation. At the end of your first appointment, she will discuss the possible path forward with you and provide a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.
Where can I find a licensed psychologist near Los Gatos for anxiety treatment?
Dr. Ginny Estupinian is a licensed psychologist based in Los Gatos who offers therapy for various issues, including anxiety. She uses evidence-based approaches and specializes in emotional resilience training, trauma, and anxiety, among others. She also offers telehealth appointments, making it convenient to access care.
Where can I book online therapy sessions with psychologists based in Los Gatos?
Ginny Estupinian, PhD, a Los Gatos psychologist, provides both in-person and online therapy sessions. You can book online directly here.
What is cognitive behavioral therapy?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a proven, practical approach that helps you break unhelpful thought patterns, build new habits, and create lasting emotional change. You can read more by clicking here.
What should I expect during my first therapy session?
Before you arrive at the Los Gatos therapist’s office of Ginny Estupinian, PhD, you will be given access to the client portal. In this portal, you can share your concerns confidentially with Dr. Estupinian. You will also receive a couple of brief assessments to submit in the portal. These items are then reviewed by Dr. Estupinian before your first session and prepared for your visit.
When you first speak with Dr. Estupinian, you will find a compassionate, nonjudgmental professional ready to listen and provide the answers you need to feel better.
How long does each therapy session last?
Each session is 50 minutes long. Our sessions only occur on the hour. There are no half-hour sessions.
What if I need a more extended session?
This is an issue that you can discuss with Dr. Estupinian. Usually, she recommends more frequent sessions rather than longer sessions. Of course, each situation is unique, and Dr. Estupinian will tailor a solution specifically to your needs.
Do you offer virtual or in-person sessions?
We offer both virtual and in-person sessions. As a client, you always have the option to switch from in-person to virtual meetings, depending on your work, travel, or other circumstances. There are no additional costs, and we can accommodate the change on the same day.
Is Virtual Reality Therapy done over the web or in the metaspace?
No to both. Virtual reality therapy can only be conducted in our Los Gatos office due to the equipment requirements. For more information on CR therapy, call our office, and our friendly staff will be happy to assist you.
How long will it take before I feel better?
Everyone responds to therapy differently, but many feel relief right away simply by opening up about their struggles. Taking that first step toward better mental health often sparks hope and optimism. From your very first session, I’ll provide support and share tools to help ease anxiety and stress immediately.
What is therapy like?
How do I get the most out of therapy?
How confidential are my sessions?
Confidentiality is a cornerstone of the client-therapist relationship. Therapy works best when there’s trust, allowing you to share sensitive topics in a safe, private space.
As your Los Gatos therapist, I will provide you with a written confidentiality agreement to ensure that any information you share remains confidential and private. This agreement, known as “Informed Consent,” means that as your therapist, I cannot share your information without your written permission, even with other members of your healthcare team.
However, there are exceptions where therapists are legally and ethically required to break confidentiality:
- If there’s suspected abuse or neglect of a child, adult, or elder, they must report it to authorities.
- If there’s a serious risk of you harming yourself or others, they are obligated to take necessary action to ensure safety.
Your privacy is taken seriously, but these exceptions are in place to protect everyone involved. Remember, I will go over the specifics when we meet.
What is the difference between a psychologist and a therapist in California?
In California, a licensed psychologist holds a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) and is trained in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment. Therapists and counselors typically hold master’s degrees (LCSW, MFT, LPCC) and have less extensive clinical training. Dr. Estupinian holds a PhD and ABPP board certification, representing the highest credential level in the field.
Can I see Dr. Estupinian if I don’t live near Los Gatos?
Yes. Dr. Estupinian offers telehealth therapy to residents of California, Oregon, Illinois, and Florida. In-person sessions are available only at the Los Gatos office.
Is Dr. Estupinian board-certified?
Yes. Dr. Estupinian holds ABPP board certification in clinical psychology a voluntary, peer-reviewed credential that demonstrates advanced expertise beyond basic licensure. Fewer than 5% of licensed psychologists in the United States hold this certification.
Does Dr. Estupinian accept health insurance?
Dr. Estupinian operates on a private-pay basis and does not accept health insurance, Medi-Cal, or Medicare. Payment is accepted via major credit cards and HSA/FSA accounts. Clients who wish to use out-of-network benefits may request a superbill to submit to their insurer independently.
What is the cost of therapy with Dr. Estupinian?
The cost of a 50-minute session is $300. All sessions are 50 minutes long except for neuropsychological assessments. Please don’t hesitate to call our office for more information.
Dr. Ginny Estupinian provides specialized psychological services to adults throughout Silicon Valley. The practice focuses on scientifically grounded therapy designed to produce measurable improvement in mental health and functioning.
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