Business Details
17 Years
experience
Online Psychotherapy Services in San Jose, CA
Counseling for Action is a psychotherapy practice founded in 2009 by Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Kaye-Ailsa Rowan. With over 15 years of clinical experience, we specialize in trauma recovery, chronic illness support, and affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and AltSex communities. Our approach integrates evidence-based methods like somatic psychotherapy and mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy to address complex trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety. We offer both in-person sessions in San Jose and teletherapy across California, prioritizing accessibility and cultural competence.Our practice emphasizes client autonomy, values alignment, and holistic healing through Aligned Conscious Thinking (ACT). As an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and former educator at Sofia University, we combine academic rigor with compassionate care. Services include gender-affirming therapy, body-positive eating disorder support, and trauma-informed treatment for dissociation. We maintain strict ethical standards and collaborate with clients to create personalized treatment plans that foster resilience and self-acceptance.
Services
Teletherapy
Trauma Therapy
LGBTQIA+ Therapy
Chronic Illness Support
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Counseling
Body Image Therapy
Gender-Affirming Care
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of clinical experience in trauma recovery
- Our practice offers LGBTQIA+ and AltSex affirming therapy
- We provide both teletherapy and in-person sessions in California
- Our therapists hold advanced degrees and AAMFT supervisory credentials
- We integrate evidence-based methods like somatic psychotherapy
Services
Teletherapy
Virtual counseling sessions conducted via secure video conferencing. This service provides accessible mental health support for California residents who prefer remote treatment. Teletherapy maintains the same therapeutic quality as in-person sessions while offering greater flexibility for clients with mobility challenges or busy schedules. Our platform supports treatment for anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery through encrypted communication channels.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for single-incident and complex trauma using evidence-based approaches. Our therapists employ somatic psychotherapy, parts work, and mindfulness techniques to address PTSD symptoms and dissociation. This service helps clients process traumatic memories, manage hyperarousal symptoms, and rebuild emotional resilience through structured therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs.
LGBTQIA+ Therapy
Culturally competent counseling for sexual and gender minority populations. This service provides a stigma-free environment for exploring identity, addressing minority stress, and navigating gender transition processes. We offer hormone therapy readiness letters and support for polyamorous/kink-identified individuals while maintaining focus on clients' primary therapeutic goals beyond their identity status.
Chronic Illness Support
Therapeutic support for individuals managing long-term medical conditions. This service addresses emotional challenges related to diagnosis adjustment, lifestyle modifications, and energy management. Our approach combines mindfulness practices with practical coping strategies to help clients maintain quality of life while navigating healthcare systems and social support networks.
Body Image Therapy
Specialized counseling for disordered eating patterns and body dissatisfaction. Using Health at Every Size principles, this service promotes intuitive eating and body acceptance. We address underlying emotional factors contributing to food/body preoccupation while providing trauma-informed care for clients with co-occurring dissociation or complex PTSD symptoms.
People
Kaye-Ailsa Rowan
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years experience in trauma recovery and chronic illness support. Specializes in LGBTQIA+ affirming care and teletherapy. Holds MA in Counseling Psychology from Sofia University and AAMFT supervisory credentials.
Questions
What teletherapy options are available?
We offer secure video conferencing therapy sessions accessible from any California location with internet connectivity.
Do you specialize in LGBTQIA+ care?
Yes, we provide affirming therapy for LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, and kink-identified individuals with specialized gender transition support.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Use our online client portal to request a free consultation or call us at 408-390-3680 during business hours.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, chronic illness adjustment, and body image concerns using evidence-based methods.
Are sliding scale fees available?
Payment assistance options may be available - please contact us directly to discuss financial considerations.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance reimbursement and can help file claims through Reimbursify.
