Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Psychologist for Transformative Therapy in Los Gatos
For over 35 years, I have dedicated myself to guiding individuals and couples through transformative therapy experiences that address core issues beyond symptom management. As a therapist and guide, I support clients in releasing painful past experiences, overcoming fears, achieving goals, and cultivating deeper intimacy in relationships. My approach combines warmth, intuition, and direct feedback with practical tools for lifelong application. Specializing in EMDR, somatic therapy, and couples therapy, I help clients navigate life transitions, trauma, addiction, and spiritual growth.Sessions are available in-person at my Los Gatos office or via secure online video platforms. With extensive training in depth psychotherapy and certifications in EMDR, I bring decades of expertise to personalized treatment plans. My practice integrates psychodynamic, mindfulness-based, and transpersonal modalities to honor each client's unique healing journey. I maintain a commitment to ongoing education while prioritizing client-centered care and ethical practice.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Couples Therapy
PTSD Treatment
Mindfulness Therapy
Online Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of specialized experience in trauma and relationship therapy
- Personalized treatment combining multiple evidence-based modalities
- Pioneer in EMDR therapy trained directly by its founder
- Offers flexible in-person and online session options
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and holistic approaches
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
- Certified in EMDR
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy helps reprocess traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD, anxiety, and emotional wounds from past experiences. Clients develop resilience and new perspectives through structured eight-phase treatment.
Couples Therapy
Specialized couples therapy addresses communication breakdowns and relationship patterns. Using emotionally focused techniques, sessions help partners rebuild trust, improve intimacy, and navigate life transitions together through structured therapeutic interventions.
Mindfulness Therapy
Mindfulness-based approaches teach present-moment awareness to reduce anxiety and improve emotional regulation. Clients learn meditation techniques and grounding practices to manage stress, depression, and chronic pain effectively.
Online Therapy
Secure online therapy provides accessible mental health support for California residents. This convenient option maintains therapeutic continuity through HIPAA-compliant video platforms while ensuring privacy and professional standards.
Depth Psychotherapy
Jungian-oriented depth therapy explores unconscious patterns through dream analysis and active imagination. This approach helps clients understand recurring life themes, develop self-awareness, and achieve lasting personal transformation through expanded consciousness.
People
Brian Winkler, Phd
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Winkler has practiced psychotherapy for 35+ years, specializing in EMDR and couples therapy. He trained with EMDR founder Dr. Francine Shapiro and holds advanced certifications in multiple therapeutic modalities. His integrative approach combines clinical expertise with mindfulness practices.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
I specialize in EMDR therapy, couples therapy, trauma treatment, mindfulness-based approaches, and online therapy sessions for residents across California.
Do you accept insurance?
I provide monthly statements for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Most PPO plans cover a portion of my services after deductible requirements.
What are your cancellation policies?
Full session fees apply for missed appointments without 24-hour notice. Please contact me directly to reschedule or cancel.
Are online therapy sessions available?
Yes, secure video therapy sessions are available for California residents who prefer remote access to mental health services.
What is your approach to couples therapy?
I use emotionally focused and developmental approaches to address relationship patterns, improve communication, and rebuild intimacy through structured therapeutic techniques.
