Destinee Walden, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Destinee Walden

Focus areas

Bipolar Disorder

Emotional Disturbance

Psychological Trauma

Childhood Trauma

Mood Disorders

Women's Issues Therapy

Dual Diagnosis

Parenting Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Eclectic

Coaching

Play Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Destinee Walden

Hi there, I'm Destinee! Many clients seek therapy when day-to-day life feels unsteady, especially when experiences have disrupted their sense of safety & trust. Rooted in trauma-informed care, my work centers on how stress & trauma organize emotional responses, beliefs, & relational patterns, creating space for deeper integration, change, & more fulfilling relationships. My focus I work with adults, teens, families, & co-parents navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, neurodivergence, & complex family dynamics. I support parents & co-parents in improving communication, finding balance, & keeping their child’s well-being at the center of their relationship. My approach My approach is strengths-based, client-centered, & collaborative. I integrate trauma-informed & relational practices to create a space where clients can bring their full, authentic selves. Together, we explore experiences, notice patterns, & cultivate the strengths that support healing & growth. My communication style My communication style is open, honest, & collaborative. I create a nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard & respected, balancing warmth & sensitivity with directness. I welcome feedback, listen with curiosity, & use humor thoughtfully to support authentic connection. My journey to mental healthcare My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by personal experience. As a teen & later while serving in the Marine Corps, I faced challenges that deepened my understanding of trauma, resilience, & the need for compassionate care. I bring lived experience, empathy, & purpose into my work. My goals for you I take a collaborative approach to goal setting, working with clients to identify what matters most & create realistic, meaningful goals. We revisit goals regularly to track progress, make adjustments, & support confidence & growth both in & beyond therapy.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Teen Violence

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Jose

Education and training

Baylor University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1629598693

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What practice does Destinee Walden work with?

Destinee Walden works with Rula Health - San Jose.

What are common reasons for patients to see Destinee Walden?

Destinee Walden frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Destinee Walden on their profile.