Business Details
22 Years
experience
Individual Psychotherapy for Adults in Menlo Park, CA
I am Dr. Gina Hayashi, a licensed psychologist with over twenty years of experience in private practice specializing in individual psychotherapy for adults. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate anxiety, stress management, romantic relationship patterns, overachievement, grief, loss, transitions, and body image concerns. I hold a B.A. in psychology from Cornell University, a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and completed my internship at Massachusetts General Hospital, a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital.My training includes both contemporary psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I believe the client-therapist relationship is foundational to effective therapy and prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and understood. My approach emphasizes self-awareness, character development, and aligning personal growth with individual values. I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation to help clients determine if my services meet their needs.
Services
Anxiety & Stress Management
Romantic Relationships
Overachievement & Success
Grief, Loss, & Transition
Body Image
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of private practice experience with adults
- Harvard and Stanford-affiliated clinical training
- Integrates psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies
- Personalized approach to client-therapist relationship
- Free 15-minute initial consultation available
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Psychology
Services
Anxiety & Stress Management
Helping clients understand and manage anxiety through evidence-based techniques. Addresses normal anxiety responses and chronic stress patterns. Combines psychodynamic insights with cognitive behavioral strategies to develop coping skills and reduce symptoms.
Romantic Relationships
Exploring relationship patterns and attachment styles that influence romantic connections. Focuses on understanding how past experiences shape current relationship dynamics. Helps clients develop healthier communication and connection strategies for lasting partnerships.
Overachievement & Success
Supporting high-achievers struggling with dissatisfaction despite professional success. Addresses perfectionism, burnout, and self-worth issues. Helps clients align achievements with personal values and find fulfillment beyond external validation.
Grief, Loss, & Transition
Guiding clients through the natural process of grieving after loss. Addresses complicated grief and life transitions. Helps clients find meaning in their experiences and develop resilience during periods of significant change.
Body Image
Addressing cultural influences on body perception and self-esteem. Helps clients develop healthier relationships with their bodies. Focuses on overcoming negative self-image patterns and cultivating self-acceptance in a judgment-free environment.
People
Gina Hayashi
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Gina Hayashi is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in adult psychotherapy. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, trained at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford CAPS. Her practice integrates psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches to help clients achieve meaningful personal growth.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate contemporary psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address emotional challenges and promote self-awareness.
Do you offer a free initial consultation?
Yes, I provide a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs and determine if my services are a good fit.
What are your areas of specialization?
I specialize in anxiety, relationship patterns, overachievement, grief/loss, and body image concerns for adult clients.
How do you ensure client privacy?
The practice respects privacy by not identifying caller phone numbers and maintaining strict confidentiality during sessions.
What is your educational background?
I hold a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from UMass Amherst and completed training at Harvard's Massachusetts General Hospital and Stanford CAPS.
