Dr. Stacy Bemis

Stacy Bemis, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist offering teletherapy to residents of California. She currently provides services to adults aged 18 to 64 who are struggling with various concerns, including daily stressors, life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, trauma, and serious mental illness. Dr. Bemis has extensive experience delivering evidence-based treatments and integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills training, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). These approaches emphasize being attuned to the present moment through mindfulness, embracing or accepting internal experiences, and committing to value-driven goals that can create a meaningful life worth living. Additionally, Dr. Bemis implements Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and CBT for Psychosis (CBTp) for schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders.

Dr. Bemis believes everyone has the potential for change and growth, depending on their invested effort. She encourages clients to actively participate in therapy while recognizing that discussing sensitive matters with a stranger can be daunting. Therefore, she fosters a warm, non-judgmental, and culturally responsive environment that builds trust, allowing clients to express their vulnerabilities safely and without fear of judgment or ridicule. Furthermore, she strives to empower clients on their therapeutic journey by providing tools and strategies that help address barriers to living a fulfilling and present life. Dr. Bemis collaborates with you as a team to ensure that both of you are aligned and that each effort is a step toward transformative healing

As an Asian-American woman, Dr. Bemis recognizes the impact of filial piety, gender roles and expectations, and the challenges of balancing bicultural norms and values. She approaches her clients with cultural awareness and sensitivity, considering their individual needs while honoring their cultural beliefs. She validates her clients' emotions while gently encouraging them to explore alternative perspectives. Her egalitarian therapeutic approach emphasizes the significance of a collaborative client-therapist alliance. She appreciates constructive feedback, as building a genuine and authentic therapeutic relationship cultivates trust and provides opportunities for learning and growth