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Judith B. Hanf, M.A.
1588 Homestead Rd #5, Santa Clara, CA 95050, United States
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Judith B. Hanf, M.A.

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I do not recommend this therapist in any way, shape, or form. My husband and I were patients of hers for a total of three visits. We went to her for marriage counseling. She might be a good therapist for some clients, but she was not a fit for my husband and I. Judith was extremely condescending and somewhat culturally insensitive. When I brought her insensitivity to her attention, she told me that she had many previous patients of my ethnicity before, so that she could not possibly be incapable of treating patients from my ethnic group. She was defensive, dismissive in tone. Instead of taking constructive criticism, she completely shut down and was not receptive. Judith also called my husband an abuser, which he is not. We both took great offense to her throwing out loaded terms such as that, and not explaining why she felt that way. My husband and I had and still have our communication issues occasionally, but he is anything but an abuser. You cannot throw around loaded titles like that and not back up what you say. I also told her about my past issues with body dysmorphia, and I told her that I felt some of my past symptoms were coming back. She told me to think positive thoughts about my insecurities which were really bad when I was at the gym. She said to look on the positive side and that at least my complexion was clear. If she was any type of knowledgable mental health professional, then she would know that patients with body dysmorphia have distorted thoughts, dismissing and patronizing their feelings is not a good thing. When I told Judith that my husband and I would not work with her any longer, she asked us to come in for closure and to process what went on in the previous visit. Um no lady, I would not visit you again even if the visit was free. What makes you think I am going to give you money for an office visit to get more of your verbal nonsense and condescending attitude. The positive from getting rid of her is that my husband and I actually agree that we dont like her. Believe it or not this has brought us closer together.

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  • Address:1588 Homestead Rd #5, Santa Clara, CA 95050, United States
  • Site:http://betterlivingtherapy.com/
  • Phone:+1 408-440-6274
Categories
  • Family counselor
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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