AXEL VALLE, PSYD.
Dr. Axel Valle is a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY32979) offering individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults in English and Spanish.
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Specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, he focuses on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, phobias, and PTSD.
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Apart from his practice at The Bay Psychotherapy Center, Dr. Valle serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. There, he provides therapy in mood & anxiety, OCD, and sports psychology clinics, and co-directs La Clinica Latina, offering evidence-based treatments for Spanish speakers.
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With a diverse international clinical background, Dr. Valle earned his doctorate in clinical psychology from The Wright Institute, Berkeley. He holds an M.A. from Tel-Aviv University, specializing in crisis & trauma, and is a licensed clinical psychologist in Mexico City, where he practiced privately and taught at Universidad Iberoamericana.
MY THERAPY STYLE
Witnessing my clients gain agency and reclaim control of their lives is my favorite part of therapy. I consider therapy as a collaborative journey where we work together to identify and modify patterns that may not effectively help you manage stress. It's a space for equipping you with tools and skills to reclaim your life.
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I frequently recommend exposure therapy for addressing fears or anxieties, promoting a more mindful way of living. This involves voluntarily confronting what keeps you feeling stuck. You're not alone in this journey; I'll be there every step of the way, supporting you as you need.
Facing fears isn't about getting rid of them but discovering your resilience and learning to focus on what matters most to you.
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My colleagues and clients have described my approach as both kind and straightforward. In our sessions, I strive to create a warm, trusting environment where you feel comfortable sharing and addressing what's most important to you.
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