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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Russ Sharkey

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT (he, him)

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533A Castro St., San Francisco, CA 94114
Let's Connect (415) 763-6149
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I provide individual therapy for adults and adolescents, and relationship therapy for adult couples, polycules, and friends/chosen family. I work with clients to navigate issues related to relationships including polyamory/consensual non-monogamy, anxiety, trauma and personal development. I work with clients who claim a variety of social identities. I hold space for LGBTQIA+ clients who struggle disproportionately due to cultural and societal challenges in their personal and professional lives, and I am deeply committed to working with this population to provide opportunities for greater healing and growth.
My clinical practice is integrative and draws from various theoretical orientations. I use attachment theory as a base for understanding how we make sense of our own experiences and how we relate to others. I offer EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to address trauma, anxiety and negative thought patterns.
Reflecting on factors that shape my work in the field of psychotherapy, my own internal focus on self-discovery and healing has been highly influential in who I am as a person and as a therapist. I invite you to contact me for a free consultation to see if we might be a good fit to help you on your path toward self-improvement.
Call or Russ Sharkey now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 763-6149

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

533A Castro St.

San Francisco, CA 94114

(415) 763-6149
Please note, I currently have openings for the following client populations: LGBTQ couples or polycules, LGBTQ children/teens.
$180 Per Session  
Let's Connect (415) 763-6149
Photo of Russ Sharkey, MA, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

My Practice at a Glance

Available in-person

533A Castro St.

San Francisco, CA 94114

(415) 763-6149
Please note, I currently have openings for the following client populations: LGBTQ couples or polycules, LGBTQ children/teens.
$180 Per Session  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $210
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / AMFT 127513 Supervised by Greg Bodin, LMFT (California / MFC 86596) Russ Sharkey
  • In Practice for 4 Years
  • Membership with Gaylesta: Psychotherapist Association for Gender & Sexual Diversity, Board Member
  • Degree/Diploma from University of San Francisco BS, Organizational Behavior
  • Attended University of San Francisco, MA, Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2021
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Location

Primary Location

533A Castro St.

San Francisco, CA 94114

(415) 763-6149

Nearby Areas

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Please note, I currently have openings for the following client populations: LGBTQ couples or polycules, LGBTQ children/teens.
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
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Please note, I currently have openings for the following client populations: LGBTQ couples or polycules, LGBTQ children/teens.
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 763-6149
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Russ Sharkey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Last Modified: 27 Apr 2024