You wake up already thinking about everything that could go wrong today. You get through your to-do list, show up for the people who need you, and somehow hold it all together. But the moment things get quiet — in the car, in the shower, at 2am — your mind fills right back up. You’re not falling apart. But you’re tired of feeling like you’re one thing away from it.
“From the outside, I looked completely fine. I was working, showing up for everyone, handling responsibilities — but internally I felt constantly overwhelmed and exhausted. My mind never stopped. I replayed conversations, worried about everything, and couldn’t fully relax even when nothing was wrong.
Working with Dr. Tim was the first time I felt truly understood instead of judged. He helped me understand why my anxiety felt so constant and gave me practical tools that actually worked in real life. Slowly, I stopped feeling like I was always bracing for something bad to happen. I finally feel calmer, more present, and more like myself again.”


Dr. Tim creates a calm, judgment-free space where you don’t have to perform or explain yourself before you’re ready. He’s worked with clients who look completely put-together on the outside and are quietly exhausted on the inside. He won’t rush you, minimize what you’re feeling, or tell you to just think more positively. He’ll help you understand why your mind works the way it does — tracing it back to where it started — and give you a real, structured path to change it.
EXCELLENT Based on 41 reviews Posted on Google Rebekah RosadoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t recommend Dr. Tim enough to anyone looking for a therapist! We had seen several couple therapists before finding him, and we felt so lucky to finally find someone who truly made a difference. He helped us communicate better as a couple and gave us actual tools we could use at home. We always felt genuinely listened to and left every session feeling stronger together! We would honestly love to keep seeing him regularly, even when things are good, because his guidance is valuable even when you’re not working through a specific issue. He really is one of the best!Posted on Google Dyllan PhanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Tim coached me through a career decision and through the application process for admission into graduate school. I felt the process was so much easier to understand and to navigate through. He answered all my questions about the college admissions process from start-to-finish. His coaching, guidance, advising, and expertise when it comes to how to find recommenders, how to write a personal statement, how to plan and prioritize certain schools for admission, and how to weave in my life experience and work experience to showcase my desire for completing a doctorate program has given me direct results. I was accepted and will start my doctoral studies in Fall of 2027. His expertise in admissions and academic coaching is top tier. He is very easy to talk to, very easy to work with, is accessible, and has a lot of insider knowledge about the college admissions process. I highly recommend him to anyone interested in higher education.Posted on Google Élise SéphineTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our experience with Dr. Nguyen has been very valuable to us. Relationship counseling has helped me better understand my husband’s perspective & approach our relationship with more patience and some more confidence. Each appointment brought clarity that eased my specific relationship anxieties and helped me feel more grounded in reality. I appreciate Dr. Nguyen’s thoughtful guidance and ability to help me see things in a way that before I hadn’t really tried to considered before. I left every session with a better understanding and greater peace of mind like my husband. I highly recommend Balance Hour to anyone looking to strengthen as well as understand their relationship. 5/5Posted on Google Elvin PhamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Timothy does great coaching and helped me with every question I hadPosted on Google Ivy NguyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Posted on Google ScottyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hello, I don’t normally write reviews, but BalanceHour Therapy has really helped my wife & me work through some tough relationship issues. Especially my anxiety about being abandoned when I'm dealing with mental and physical health problems and my fear of my wife feeling more like a caregiver than a spouse. It's given us a much better way to talk about those certain things without everything turning into an argument. I've felt heard and it's helped us understand each other a lot better! Five stars from me. Oorah!Posted on Google Edgar ReyesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr.Nguyen was beyond helpful. I am a current student at SJSU pursuing my License for Professional Clinical Counseling, and was a bit disoriented with the process. Dr. Nguyen was kind enough to set up a time for a call, and helped me navigate the process. Thank you for being so open to helping the veteran community!Posted on Google Ryan YamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As the Founder & CEO of Dual Minds Psychology in Dublin, CA, I have had the privilege of collaborating professionally with Dr. Timothy Nguyen for many years. Dr. Tim is a trusted colleague, licensed psychologist, therapist, and Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation. His credentials reflect his strong commitment to clinical excellence, ethical practice, and the highest professional standards. Dr. Tim provides evidence-based psychotherapy and counseling for couples therapy, marriage counseling, relationship counseling, adult ADHD, and adult anxiety. He is a trusted resource for individuals and couples seeking meaningful and lasting change. As an ICF-certified PCC coach, he also offers executive coaching and professional development support for professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs who are pursuing personal growth, leadership development, and practical strategies for success. He has also been instrumental in my own practice development, offering expert consultation on EHR systems, clinical workflows, private practice systems, and business growth. Through his mentorship and consultation, I have experienced measurable growth in both my practice and professional confidence. His dedication to supporting licensed clinicians, therapists, and business owners is one of the qualities that truly sets him apart. For anyone in Dublin, San Ramon, Danville, Livermore, Castro Valley, the East Bay, or the Tri-Valley area seeking a highly skilled psychologist, licensed therapist, ICF-certified PCC coach, or specialist in adult ADHD, couples therapy, marriage counseling, adult anxiety, executive coaching, or psychotherapy, I highly recommend Dr. Timothy Nguyen at BalanceHour Therapy. His expertise, professionalism, and commitment to client care are exceptional. With warmth, Dr. Ryan Yam, LEP, LP Founder & CEO, Dual Minds Psychology Licensed Educational Psychologist, California Licensed Psychologist, New Mexico Dublin, CAPosted on Google RTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My time with Dr.Tim was really a great one, thanks to him I gained perspective and confidence on many things. Thanks to his help I feel like I was able to grow, though there's still much room to grow. I love how he's always so enthusiastic and happy for the things I'm passionate about, it made me really happy. I really appreciate his support!Posted on Google Overload ReebootTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Tim has made a gigantic difference in my life and is such an amazing and bright person. He has been such a huge help and an unforgettable person in my life
You don’t need to have the right words before you start. You can show up exactly as you are — tired, unsure, maybe a little skeptical even. What happens here isn’t just talking. You’ll learn how anxiety works in your brain and body — why it fires when it does, what keeps it running, and why willpower alone has never been enough to stop it. We’ll trace it back to where it started — the early experiences that taught your nervous system to stay on high alert. Then, step by step, we work through it using CBT, EMDR, and exposure-based techniques. You gradually face the things that have been keeping you stuck — at a pace that feels manageable, never overwhelming. Over time, the mental noise starts to quiet — not because you got lucky, but because you now understand the system and know exactly how to work with it.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. The only thing you need to do right now is take one small step.
A short form, a text, or an email. Done in under 2 minutes.
We listen, you ask questions, we figure out together if it's the right fit. Zero commitment, zero pressure.
Slowly, the noise gets quieter. The tension loosens. Over time, you get your energy — and yourself — back.
Anxiety isn't a personality flaw or a mindset issue. You'll learn exactly why your nervous system responds the way it does — and why that's been so hard to just "think" your way out of.
Sessions follow a clear framework. You'll always know what we're working on and why — no more leaving therapy wondering what the point was.
You'll learn to catch the thoughts that keep the anxiety loop going and build real skills to interrupt them before they spiral.
Through gradual, supported exposure work, you'll move through the things that have been keeping you small — one manageable step at a time.
Not just insight, but a real toolkit. Strategies you can use in the car, at your desk, at 2am — wherever anxiety shows up.
We are a private pay practice, which means we don’t bill insurance directly. Session fees are discussed during your free 10-minute call so you have full transparency before committing to anything. We do provide superbills — a receipt you can submit directly to your insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Many clients are reimbursed a meaningful portion of their session cost this way.
That’s one of the most common things we hear — and it’s a fair concern. A lot of therapy is open-ended conversation with no clear structure or direction. The approach here is different at the foundation. We start by helping you understand why your brain learned to respond this way — tracing the origins back to early experiences that trained your nervous system to stay on high alert. From there, we can work on recalibrating that alarm system using CBT, exposure-based techniques, EFT, or EMDR — a clinically proven method that targets the specific memories where anxiety took root and helps your brain finally process and release them. It’s structured, it’s purposeful, and it’s fundamentally different from just talking about how you feel.
If it’s affecting your sleep, your relationships, your ability to be present, or your ability to simply enjoy your life — that is enough. You don’t have to be in crisis to deserve support. Many of the clients we work with look completely put-together on the outside. They’re managing, they’re capable, they’re showing up for everyone around them. But underneath, they’re exhausted from years of quietly carrying something nobody else can see. That’s not a small thing. And it doesn’t have to keep being your baseline.
We offer reduced session rates for active and veteran military, first responders, and medical staff. If this applies to you, simply mention it during your free consultation call and we’ll discuss what’s available.
We go entirely at your pace. Whether we’re working through gradual exposure, reframing thought patterns with CBT, or using EMDR to process the earlier experiences that first activated your anxiety — nothing happens faster than you’re ready for. The free 10-minute call before your first session is specifically so you can ask exactly these kinds of questions and decide with full information whether it’s the right fit. Most people feel a sense of relief just from that first conversation.
First appointment within 7 business days
45-minute sessions
In-person in Dublin, CA Virtual across California
Superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement
CBT · EMDR · EFT · Exposure-Based Therapy
You can take a small step today. We’ll talk, listen, and help you feel more at ease.