7 San Jose Couples Therapists [No Waitlist]
Feeling disconnected from your partner or like you keep having the same argument without ever really getting anywhere is more common than you might think. The good news is that couples therapy works, and finding the right therapist can make all the difference.
California Couples Counseling is a fully online practice serving couples throughout California, including San Jose, with a team of licensed therapists who specialize exclusively in relationship and couples work. Below, we've highlighted seven of our clinicians so you can quickly find the right fit for your unique situation.
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Mandy Greaves, PhD, LMFT: Good fit for couples dealing with grief, loss, or major life transitions
Stefan Paquet, LMFT: Good fit for LGBTQ+ couples or those navigating gender identity together
Leilani Mitchell, LMFT: Good fit for couples with co-parenting challenges or attachment concerns
Christopher Kelm, LMFT: Good fit for couples recovering from infidelity or navigating major life transitions
Georgina Crisanto, LMFT: Good fit for couples on the brink of separation or divorce
Maricela Gomez, LMFT: Good fit for Spanish-speaking couples or those healing from relational trauma
Jennie Lopez, LMFT: Good fit for couples working through trauma using EMDR
Not sure which therapist is right for your situation? Contact us so we can match you.
Meet our San Jose couples counselors
Mandy Greaves, PhD, LMFT
Good fit for couples dealing with grief, loss, or major life transitions
Major life transitions, like the loss of a loved one, career upheaval, becoming parents, or navigating an empty nest, have a way of putting enormous strain on even strong relationships. During these times, many couples find themselves growing apart precisely when they need each other most.
I specialize in helping partners reconnect during these pivotal moments, and as one of the few couples therapists in the San Jose area with a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, I bring both deep clinical expertise and a rigorous, research-informed approach to this work.
With extensive experience in grief, loss, and life transitions alongside a strong foundation in marriage counseling and couples therapy, I help couples not just survive difficult seasons, but come through them with a stronger bond than before.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #110569
Focus areas: Marriage Counseling, Couples Therapy, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Loss, Women's Issues, Life Transitions, Stress and Overwhelm
Stefan Paquet, LMFT
Good fit for LGBTQ+ couples or those navigating gender identity together
I specialize in helping couples find harmony and genuine joy in their relationship, with particular depth of experience supporting LGBTQ+ partners, including those navigating the complexities of gender identity and transition together.
What sets my work apart is that I've spent years developing a nuanced understanding of the unique stressors LGBTQ+ couples face, from family dynamics to identity-related challenges that many therapists simply aren't trained to hold with care.
Using client-centered and integrative approaches, I create a safe, non-judgmental space where both you and your partner can feel truly heard and empowered to build the relationship you want.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #118370
Focus areas: Relationship Issues, EMDR, Gender & Sexuality, Anxiety, LGBTQ+, Depression, Stress Management, Men's Issues
Leilani Mitchell, LMFT
Good fit for couples with co-parenting challenges or attachment concerns
With a background spanning work across the lifespan, from infants to adults, I bring an unusually broad developmental perspective to couples therapy that helps partners understand how early experiences and attachment patterns are shaping their relationship today.
I specialize in uncovering the root of disconnection and conflict, and I work collaboratively with each couple to build a personalized plan that honors their goals and pace.
For couples who are also navigating the added pressures of parenting, I offer grounded expertise in how family dynamics and unspoken role expectations can strain even strong partnerships—and how to effectively address them.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #127220
Focus areas: Couples, Attachment Issues, Relationship Issues, Parenting, Family Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness, Depression, Anxiety
Christopher Kelm, LMFT
Good fit for couples recovering from infidelity or navigating major life transitions
Rebuilding trust after infidelity is one of the most difficult things a couple can face, and it's also one of my core areas of clinical focus. I bring specialized expertise in affair recovery, alongside a broad understanding of the communication breakdowns, life transitions, and intimacy challenges that push couples to a breaking point.
My approach is rooted in evidence-based counseling delivered with genuine compassion, and I hold particular experience supporting men who are working through their role in relationship difficulties—a perspective that many couples therapists underemphasize.
If you and your partner are ready to do the work, I'm here to guide you through it.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #110568
Focus areas: Infidelity & Affair Recovery, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Men's Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Life Transitions, Stress & Anger Management
Georgina Crisanto, LMFT
Good fit for couples on the brink of separation or divorce
I work with couples at all stages, including those who are seriously questioning whether the relationship can be saved. As one of the few therapists on our team trained in discernment counseling, I'm equipped to help ambivalent couples slow down, gain clarity, and make a thoughtful decision about their future, rather than arriving at divorce by default.
For couples who choose to stay and rebuild, I specialize in restoring emotional bonds, moving from constant conflict to productive communication, and rekindling intimacy.
Whatever stage you're in, I believe you deserve a safe, supportive space to figure out what comes next.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #116201
Focus areas: Couples, Discernment Counseling, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Parenting, Family Issues, Gottman Method, Depression, Trauma
Maricela Gomez, LMFT
Good fit for Spanish-speaking couples or those healing from relational trauma
I offer something many San Jose couples therapists can't: fully bilingual (English and Spanish) couples counseling delivered with cultural sensitivity and warmth.
Beyond language, I bring specialized certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which means I'm uniquely equipped to help couples where one or both partners carry unresolved trauma that is affecting the relationship.
My humanistic, empowerment-centered approach ensures that both of you feel like the experts on your own lives. My role is to help you access the wisdom and tools already within you to create lasting change together.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #123206
Focus areas: Relationship Issues, Couples, Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Sexual Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Spanish-Speaking, Parenting
Jennie Lopez, LMFT
Good fit for couples working through trauma using EMDR
I have a deep passion for couples therapy and bring specialized training in both the Gottman Method and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), making me one of the few couples therapists who can directly address how individual trauma is impacting your relationship dynamic.
My approach is rooted in trust, honesty, and genuine collaboration: I'll challenge you to do meaningful work while also meeting you exactly where you are.
Whether you're an LGBTQ+ couple, partners navigating the aftermath of trauma, or simply two people who want to reconnect and communicate better, I'm committed to helping you build the relationship you both deserve.
Credentials: Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #151733
Focus areas: Couples Therapy, EMDR, Relationship Issues, Trauma, LGBTQ+, Family Therapy, Stress Management, Depression, Anxiety
What sets our practice apart from other San Jose couples counseling providers
When you're looking for a couples therapist in San Jose, you have options. We want to be clear about what makes California Couples Counseling different so you understand why our clients choose us.
Specialized in couples. Every clinician on our team focuses on couples and relationship therapy. This isn't a general therapy practice that sees couples on the side.
Gottman Method trained. Our therapists are trained in the Gottman Method, one of the most rigorously researched approaches to couples therapy in the world.
Fully online, statewide access. We serve couples throughout California via secure video sessions—no commute, no parking, no waiting rooms.
No waitlist. You can connect with a therapist quickly, so you're not left in limbo when you're ready to make a change.
Diverse, experienced team. Our clinicians bring a range of specialties, languages, and backgrounds so you can find a therapist who truly fits your situation.
Flexible scheduling. We work around busy professional schedules with evening and weekend availability.
Private pay simplicity. We offer transparent, straightforward private pay pricing—no insurance confusion or surprise billing.
FAQs about couples therapy
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Couples therapy is effective for a wide range of relationship challenges. Some of the most common reasons couples come to us include:
Communication breakdowns and feeling unheard or unseen
Recovering from infidelity or a significant breach of trust
Emotional distance or lack of intimacy
Constant conflict or recurring arguments that never resolve
Navigating major life transitions (new baby, relocation, career changes)
Parenting disagreements and co-parenting challenges
Premarital counseling and building a strong foundation
Reconnecting after a period of disconnection or drifting apart
This isn’t an exhaustive list. If you and your partner are struggling or just want to strengthen your relationship, chances are that couple therapy can help.
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There’s no definitive sign that you and your partner need counseling. Many couples reach out to us when they have the same arguments without resolution, feel distant from your partner, or find it difficult to communicate without conflict. If you’re not sure whether couples therapy is right for your relationship, it’s best to set up a free consultation so we can discuss your situation directly.
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Research consistently shows that couples therapy is effective, with studies indicating that roughly 70% of couples report significant improvement following treatment. The Gottman Method, which our therapists are trained in, has particularly strong research support.
Success depends on several factors, including both partners' willingness to engage in the process and do the work inside and outside of sessions. You’ll get the most out of therapy if you and your partner are committed to this.
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Therapy gives couples a structured, safe environment to understand each other more deeply, interrupt negative patterns, and learn concrete skills for communication, conflict resolution, and emotional connection. Rather than continuing to navigate challenges alone, you'll have a trained professional helping you identify what's getting in the way and how to move past it together.
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Couples therapy requires honesty, vulnerability, and a genuine commitment from both partners, which can feel uncomfortable at times. Progress isn't always linear, and sessions may surface difficult emotions. Some couples also worry about cost or time. That said, the investment in your relationship tends to yield meaningful, lasting results that far outweigh the short-term discomfort of doing the work.
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Insurance sometimes covers couples therapy. California Couples Counseling is a private pay practice and does not accept insurance directly. However, we can provide a superbill (a detailed receipt) that you may submit to your insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement, depending on your plan. We recommend calling your insurance provider to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits before starting therapy.