Linda Nastari, LCSW

(408) 358-5414

"If you have the courage to begin, you have the courage to succeed"
— David Viscott

Life has many stages and seasons. Sometimes, one can feel burdened by the demands of family, work, finances, health, and various other stresses that life brings our way. Other times, the past events of childhood can have a way of effecting the way one lives in the present. So whether, you have a specific concern or just a general sense of wanting your life to be better, counseling can help to change and enrich your life.

As we age, we realize that life is short and there are things that happen beyond our control. At the same time, there are things within our control. Just the fact that you are reading this lets me know that you are hoping, wondering, if life could be better. I invite you to explore, take control and give yourself the opportunity to have a more fulfilling life.

I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years. I work with adolescents, individual adults, and couples. Some of my areas of expertise include:

• addiction (alcohol, drugs, sex, food)
• anxiety and depression
• adoption
• ADHD
• relationship issues
• eating disorder
• infertility
• parenting
• loss/grief
• divorce
• work stress
• coping with cancer (self or family member)
• caring for an elderly parent

In addition to the above, I have developed an expertise in providing services to those of diverse cultures. The immigration process, as well as what it means to live in a bicultural world, can be stressful and challenging.

Throughout my years of practice, I have counseled and conducted workshops within the Christian community. I have a particular interest in helping people with their spiritual lives. For some, it may be important to reconcile a particular religious upbringing. For others, it may be exploring or deepening their relationship with God.

My focus while providing therapy is not only on the person, but also the relationship that develops between the client and therapist. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most powerful agents of change. Therefore, I place a high commitment in providing a safe, consistent, confidential, and supportive environment.

You have had the courage to begin by just visiting our website, I would welcome you to continue by taking the next step. I can be reached at my confidential voicemail, 408 358-5414. You can also view my website at www.lindanastari.com.

Consulting Services

Family Owned Businesses

Ninety percent of businesses in the United States are family owned. Managing both family relationships and business practices is a unique and delicate operation. Problems in either of these areas can cause families to break apart or businesses to falter.

Years of experience working with families, conducting mediations, and my business expertise offer family owned businesses:

• family/business assessment
• communication and conflict resolution
• mediation
• succession planning

I also believe in working with a team of professionals, including estate planning attorneys and tax accountants. The goal is to coordinate and provide the professional services necessary for a family business to survive and thrive through the generations.

Elder Care

Our aging population is creating unique and challenging times for individuals and families. Important decisions often need to be made regarding a loved one's care. Family discord, lack of communication or disagreement, along with varying geographical locations can add to an already stressful situation.

Services I offer include:

• family assessment
• facilitation of communication and conflict resolution
• establishment and coordination of a family care plan