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Emotionally
   Focused
      Therapy

Families,
Couples &
Individuals

Therapy for

Therapy in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Evidence-based treatment to help you have a better relationship with yourself and those around you. Based on more than 30 years of practice and research.

Claudio Vargas Silva
Marriage and Family Therapist

Claudio Vargas Silva is a licensed marriage and family therapist, (LMFT) in the state of California.  

 

He is certified as a therapist and supervisor in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

An Emotionally Focused Therapist in San Mateo, CA

As a therapist specializing in emotionally focused therapy (EFT), I am passionate about helping individuals connect with their emotions and understand how life events and relationships shape their emotional state. I work with them to find out how past traumatic experiences caused vulnerabilities that make it hard for them to deal with their present life. In collaboration with the client, we examine how their actions, thoughts, and feelings are connected to their emotions and how we can change them so they feel better. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, or a challenging life transition, I provide a safe, supportive space for exploration and growth as a trusted EFT therapist.

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Restoring Harmony in Couples and Marriages

As a couples and marriage counselor, I focus on helping partners reconnect and rebuild trust. Couples come to me when they're stuck in emotional gridlock; I help them reconnect by identifying the unconscious emotions driving their words and actions. Tensions rising? Flames dying out? My couples therapy services are designed to help you break through the barriers holding you back. Together, we'll explore the strategies and techniques to help you create a more loving, supportive relationship. I strive to build a bridge between partners where both voices are amplified, and both hearts are comforted.

Building Stronger Family Connections

Family dynamics can be complex, but I believe they can also be a source of great strength. I offer family and mental health counseling in and around San Mateo, CA, to help families work through challenges and build healthier relationships. By addressing communication gaps and hurtles with a mental health therapist, we can break down barriers and forge lasting bonds - that's my goal. Family unity is within reach. I'm here to support your loved ones in shedding the weight of life's challenges and cultivating a deeper, more meaningful bond.

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WHAT I DO
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THERAPY

Helping individuals, couples, and families through emotionally focused therapy (EFT), a revolutionary method developed by Dr. Sue Johnson and Dr. Les Greenberg. EFT helps people accept and express their emotions in a safe, vulnerable way, leading to meaningful change and stronger relationships.

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Couples Intensive

I offer three days of intensive work for couples who want fast results. This is an excellent option if you are going through a crisis or want to invest in your relationship to improve it. 

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WORKSHOPS

Claudio Silva, LMFT, and Tricia Kim Walsh, LMFT, facilitate the Hold Me Tight (HMT) workshop for couples.

Claudio Silva facilitates the How To Talk So Kids Will Listen workshop for parents.

If you’re looking for mental health therapy near San Mateo, CA, I’m here to guide you toward a deeper understanding of yourself and a stronger sense of well-being.

Testimony

"After 52 years of marriage, we still learned about many new ideas and resources to help us on our journey through life together. Being there to support each other as much as possible with each other's feelings is our answer, and it engenders safety as we move forward. We know we are never alone as we take on challenges to grow in capability. Thank you so much for teaching us all of this. It is very energizing and love-producing."

I'm Claudio Vargas Silva,
LMFT 82582

Hello

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), certified emotionally focused therapist, and supervisor.

 

I have more than ten years of experience helping couples and families, and I have witnessed many of them move from relational distress to intimacy and connection.

 

I also help teens and youth ranging from the ages of 15 to 26. 

I speak English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

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Thriving Your Love podcast

Produced by me, and my friend and colleague, Tricia Kim Walsh, the Thriving Your Love podcast talks about practical issues faced by couples, families, and individuals. Available in audio and video, the podcast has received positive feedback from both mental health professionals and the general public.

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