Betsy Conlan

Do you want to make changes in your life and are not sure where to start? Do most people think you are fine, but you are secretly struggling? Are you looking to deepen your connection with others and your authentic self? Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and/or a life transition? Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with a life-altering illness? You are not alone and I'm here to help. Finding a therapist when you are struggling can be overwhelming. My aim is to provide a supportive, nonjudgemental setting, where you feel accepted and understood. As a caring, compassionate and open-minded therapist, I work collaboratively with you to nurture personal growth and healing. I believe we all need help at times. It's not about finding a diagnosis, it's about finding relief from suffering and increasing a sense of well-being. Therapy can help you to feel better, building resilience, gaining new insights and understand yourself better. Some reasons people see me include: Life transitions Work stressors, especially for healthcare providers Relationship issues Grief, depression and/or anxiety ADHD/Neurodiversity Personal Growth Issues related to Cancer or Neurological disorders (such as, Dementia, Parkinson's or Stroke). Both patients and caregivers Education and integration related to psychedelic/Ketamine experiences Sand tray therapy- A way of accessing unconscious/non-verbal material A particular interest of mine is how our early childhood experiences and attachment styles influence all aspects of ourselves and our relationships with others. My therapeutic approach is informed by this holistic lens, and I will partner with you to discover your strengths, practice new coping strategies, and shift old patterns that no longer serve you. My role is to be attuned to you, provide support, hold hope when needed, and propose possible insights and suggestions. I am a LGBTQIA+ ally. My background in outpatient behavioral health, employee assistance consulting, caregiver support groups, home care services, human resource consulting and as a Social Worker at the Stanford Neuroscience Health Center gives me a unique perspective to assist you with information and resources as well. I am also part of a team at Stanford researching psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy for the treatment of depression and PTSD.