Business Details
41 Years
experience
Therapy Services in Redwood City, CA
Mineau David MFCC has provided compassionate counseling services in Redwood City since 1985, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. With a PhD in Transpersonal Psychology and over 25 years of clinical experience, we address complex emotional challenges including depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, and grief. Our practice integrates evidence-based methodologies like Emotionally Focused Therapy and Gottman Method to foster meaningful connections and personal growth. We maintain active memberships with the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists while adhering to strict ethical standards.Our approach emphasizes creating safe, non-judgmental spaces where clients develop communication skills and emotional resilience. Having worked with diverse populations including cancer patients and at-risk youth, we bring depth to addressing life transitions and behavioral health concerns. We offer initial consultations at no charge to ensure therapeutic compatibility, with flexible scheduling available for working professionals. Our practice combines academic rigor with practical experience to deliver personalized mental health solutions.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Grief Counseling
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Parenting Support
Conflict Resolution
Stress Management
Career Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of clinical experience in mental health counseling.
- Our practice integrates evidence-based therapeutic methodologies for relationship conflicts.
- We offer initial consultations at no charge to ensure therapeutic compatibility.
- Specialized experience working with cancer patients and at-risk youth populations.
- Maintain active professional memberships with California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized mental health treatment addressing depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Our approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to develop coping strategies. Clients gain self-awareness and emotional regulation skills through weekly sessions tailored to their specific needs and goals.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for relationship conflicts and communication breakdowns. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy, we help partners rebuild trust and intimacy. Sessions focus on improving dialogue patterns and resolving recurring arguments through structured exercises and mutual goal setting.
Family Counseling
Systemic approach to resolving family conflicts and improving communication. We address parent-child dynamics, sibling rivalry, and intergenerational issues through collaborative sessions. Techniques include role-playing and boundary setting to create healthier family interaction patterns.
Grief Counseling
Specialized support for processing loss and life transitions. Our approach incorporates narrative therapy to help clients construct meaning from their experiences. We address complicated grief patterns through structured sessions that balance emotional expression with practical coping strategies.
Conflict Resolution
Structured approach to resolving interpersonal conflicts. We teach collaborative communication techniques and interest-based negotiation strategies. Sessions focus on transforming adversarial dynamics into cooperative problem-solving through active listening and perspective-taking exercises.
People
David L Mineau
Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 35+ years of experience in Redwood City. Holds PhD in Transpersonal Psychology and specializes in relationship therapy. Former educator at Institute of Transpersonal Psychology and Kaiser Hospital instructor.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We utilize evidence-based methods including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, and cognitive-behavioral techniques tailored to each client's needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to verify mental health coverage details and out-of-network reimbursement policies.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended sessions available for intensive treatment needs upon request.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour advance notice for appointment changes or cancellations to avoid full session charges.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent self-harm or legal reporting requirements.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment duration varies by individual needs - some clients benefit from short-term solution-focused therapy while others engage in longer-term personal development work.
