Stacey Angeles (she/her)

LMFT #140523, APCC #10052

CLINICAL APPROACH

My clinical approach pulls from multiple theories with a leaning toward cognitive behavioral therapy and humanistic approaches. I believe that clients are the experts on their own lives and experiences, and I see myself as a partner in their healing process and journey. I am passionate about working with teens and young adults of all cultural backgrounds who are struggling with phase of life transitions, anxiety, depression, body image, self-esteem, and family communication issues. My style is warm, empathic, approachable, relaxed, and deeply authentic. I feel fortunate to be an In-Home Coach where I get to work with teens and youth in the community doing enjoyable and restorative activities during therapeutic interaction.

ABOUT ME

I became a therapist after feeling a constant pull toward the mental health field during my first career in philanthropy. I decided to go back to school to become a therapist, and I have never felt more fulfilled with a greater sense of belonging. Having benefited myself from years and years of therapy since adolescence, I felt compelled to teach the skills that transformed my life to others who are struggling. I identify as a biracial, cisgender female, and I was born and raised in the Bay Area. I am passionate about mindfulness and wellness practices, such as hiking, journaling, and laughing a ton. On weekends, you can find me soaking up quality time with my partner and pup and watching the latest stand-up comedy special on Netflix.

SERVICES I OFFER

In-person:

  • Family Therapy

  • Parent Support Therapy

  • Individual Therapy (Children, Teens, Adults)


THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES & PRACTICES I USE

  • Narrative Therapy

  • Non-Violent Communication

  • Parent Child Interaction Therapy

  • Person-Centered Therapy

  • Positive Parenting Program

  • Relational Therapy

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (trauma-informed)

  • Crisis Intervention

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Family Systems Therapy

  • Humanistic Therapy

  • Mindfulness

  • Motivational Interviewing

SPECIALTIES

  • Life Transitions

  • Self-esteem and body image

  • Trauma

  • Anxiety disorders

  • Attachment

  • Depression

  • Family conflict and family systems


AREAS OF CONCERN I WORK WITH

  • LGBTQ+ Concerns (Gender Dysphoria, Gender Identity Exploration, Interpersonal Connections)

  • Life Transitions

  • Loneliness

  • Neglect

  • Oppositional & Defiant Behaviors

  • Parenting Issues

  • Perfectionism

  • Personality Disorders

  • Pessimism

  • Procrastination & Motivation

  • Relationship Problems

  • School Avoidance

  • Self-Esteem

  • Self-Harm

  • Sensitivity To Rejection & Criticism

  • Shyness

  • Social Skills

  • Stress & Stress Management

  • Suicide (Attempted, Ideation)

  • Trauma

  • Trust Issues

  • Abuse (Emotional/Verbal) (Survivor)

  • Academic Problems

  • Acting Out Behaviors

  • Adoption

  • Aggression/Violence (In Kids/Teens, In Adults)

  • Anger

  • Anxiety (Generalized, OCD, Panic Attacks/Disorder, Social)

  • Attachment Issues

  • Attention Problems/ADHD

  • Body Dysmorphia

  • Body Image

  • Bullied By Others

  • Bullies Others

  • Communication Difficulties

  • Cultural Concerns

  • Depression

  • Depression (Seasonal)

  • Discrimination

  • Divorce (Supporting Kids/Teens)

  • Family Conflict

  • Identity Exploration

  • Impulsivity

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education:

  • Bachelors in Communication from Santa Clara University

  • Masters in Counseling Psychology from University of San Francisco

Work Experience: 

  • In-Home Teen and Family Coach at Teen Therapy Center (2021-Present)

  • Community-Based Outpatient Clinician and Therapeutic Behavioral Services Clinician at Seneca Family of Agencies. Provided support and intervention around trauma, developing positive coping skills, and improving overall individual and family functioning. (2020-2021)

  • Individual Mentor with Wonder: A Confident Living Company. Provided in-home and community-based treatment to adolescents and young adults transitioning home from residential care using a holistic and integrative family systems approach. (April 2021- December 2021)