Business Details
Your Trusted Psychologist in Menlo Park, CA
With over two decades of experience in private practice, I specialize in providing individual psychotherapy for adults, addressing a wide range of psychological concerns. My approach integrates evidence-based methodologies, including psychodynamic therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, informed by extensive training at institutions like Harvard Medical School and Stanford University. I hold a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and am licensed by the California Board of Psychology (#PSY16027).My practice focuses on fostering self-awareness, equipping clients with tools to manage anxiety, navigate relationship dynamics, process grief, and cultivate resilience. Grounded in a commitment to client-centered care, I prioritize creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore challenges and achieve meaningful personal growth.
Services
Anxiety & Stress Management
Romantic Relationships
Overachievement
Grief & Loss
Body Image
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in adult psychotherapy.
- Our team provides training from Harvard Medical School and Stanford University.
- We specialize in evidence-based approaches like CBT and psychodynamic therapy.
- Our practice emphasizes personalized care and client self-awareness.
- We focus on building resilience and practical coping strategies.
Associations and certifications
- California Board of Psychology
Services
Anxiety & Stress Management
This service addresses anxiety in all its forms, from generalized worry to panic attacks, using evidence-based techniques. Clients learn to identify triggers, develop self-soothing strategies, and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. The goal is to reduce symptoms while building long-term resilience against stress through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Romantic Relationships
Focused on understanding relationship patterns and improving interpersonal dynamics, this service helps clients explore attachment styles and communication barriers. We work on establishing healthier boundaries, recognizing red flags, and cultivating self-awareness to foster more fulfilling connections. The approach emphasizes both individual growth and relational harmony.
Grief, Loss, & Life Transition
This service supports individuals navigating grief, major life changes, or identity transitions. Through compassionate guidance, clients process emotional pain, reframe loss as a catalyst for growth, and develop coping mechanisms. The therapeutic process honors individual experiences while promoting healing and forward movement.
Overachievement
Designed for high-achievers struggling with emptiness despite external success, this service explores the disconnect between professional accomplishments and personal well-being. We address burnout, perfectionism, and unmet emotional needs to help clients cultivate balance, self-compassion, and authentic fulfillment beyond career achievements.
Body Image
This service addresses body image concerns and emotional eating by examining cultural influences and internalized beliefs. Clients develop healthier relationships with food and their bodies through self-reflection and cognitive restructuring. The focus is on decoupling self-worth from physical appearance while building sustainable coping strategies.
People
Gina Hayashi
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Hayashi holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and completed training at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital. With over 20 years in private practice, she specializes in adult psychotherapy using evidence-based approaches to address anxiety, relationships, and life transitions.
Questions
What services do you offer?
I specialize in individual psychotherapy for adults, focusing on anxiety, romantic relationships, grief, overachievement, and body image concerns using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Are you in-network with insurance?
I am out-of-network for most insurance plans but provide invoices for potential reimbursement. Check with your provider about out-of-network mental health benefits and reimbursement rates.
Do you work with children or adolescents?
No, my practice is limited to adults aged 21 and older for individual psychotherapy sessions.
What are your office hours?
Appointments are available during daytime and evening hours Monday through Friday, with sessions scheduled by prior arrangement.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call (650) 266-9225 to leave a confidential voicemail. I typically return calls within 24 hours or by the next business day to arrange your initial session.
What are therapy session confidentiality limits?
Confidentiality is protected except when required by law, such as in cases of imminent self-harm, threats to others, or suspected abuse of vulnerable individuals.
