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Available both in-person and online
2873 Mission Street San Francisco, CA 94110
I help couples navigate toward a secure bond and shared future. It might feel scary to have open conversations with those you love most (romantic partners or family members). A stressful life transition or grief could be creating distance, when closeness and support are needed. Unhelpful communication patterns or harmful coping strategies may be getting in the way. If your relationship is suffering or stuck, you don't have to struggle with it alone. You can grow the acceptance and authenticity to feed a well-lived life. I bring an encouraging presence, relational style, and humor that enliven the therapeutic experience.
My training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy helps partners understand and communicate about conflict from an attachment perspective. I use Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction strategies to individualize recovery from drugs/alcohol. With deep experience in grief, I can support through the loss of a loved one, job, ability, home, identity, etc.
I am currently welcoming couples, family dyads (e.g., parent-teen or parent-adult child), or other relationship configurations. So if you and someone you love are thinking, feeling, or acting in ways that are keeping you from the life you desire—or that seem unspeakable to share with others—I invite you to reach out and talk to me.
Call or Alanna McLeod now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 275-1654

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

You Rule Therapy

2873 Mission Street

San Francisco, CA 94110 map

(415) 275-1654
My website
I offer sessions in person in SF (next to some outstanding taquerias!), or online via video for CA residents throughout the state.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Grief and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session  
I see couples and families  
Nice to meet you! 15-sec videos can be kind of awkward, so let's connect for a 15-min consultation call instead. Hope to hear from you soon!
Alanna McLeod
Let's Connect (415) 275-1654
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

You Rule Therapy

2873 Mission Street

San Francisco, CA 94110 map

(415) 275-1654
My website
I offer sessions in person in SF (next to some outstanding taquerias!), or online via video for CA residents throughout the state.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Grief and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session  
I see couples and families  
Nice to meet you! 15-sec videos can be kind of awkward, so let's connect for a 15-min consultation call instead. Hope to hear from you soon!
Alanna McLeod

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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While we do not accept insurance, we can provide a monthly receipt ("superbill") for possible insurance reimbursement. I also offer a limited number of sliding-scale spots to help make therapy more affordable and accessible for clients who are not able to pay the full fee.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654
"
While we do not accept insurance, we can provide a monthly receipt ("superbill") for possible insurance reimbursement. I also offer a limited number of sliding-scale spots to help make therapy more affordable and accessible for clients who are not able to pay the full fee.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 151318 Supervised by Cynthia Hoffman (California / 40736) Alanna McLeod
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended The Wright Institute, Master's in Counseling Psychology
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with CAMFT 10051364
  • Membership with ICEEFT 2024
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I have a BA in cognitive studies, designed to explore how humans think and communicate. Profound personal losses led to professional work in the end-of-life space, which evolved into my dedication to psychotherapy. My educational training is based in recovery, resilience, and social justice models.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654
"
I have a BA in cognitive studies, designed to explore how humans think and communicate. Profound personal losses led to professional work in the end-of-life space, which evolved into my dedication to psychotherapy. My educational training is based in recovery, resilience, and social justice models.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Caregivers
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients through their concerns related to stress, mood, grief, and distressed relationships with self, others, sex, or substances. I aim to make engaging in therapy approachable. Clients get the space and time to identify their emotional experience, express what might otherwise feel unsharable, and move toward their truest values and desires.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654
"
I work with clients through their concerns related to stress, mood, grief, and distressed relationships with self, others, sex, or substances. I aim to make engaging in therapy approachable. Clients get the space and time to identify their emotional experience, express what might otherwise feel unsharable, and move toward their truest values and desires.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654

7 Endorsements

Rachel Coen
Rachel Coen
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFTAPCC
Alanna is a warm and compassionate clinician, and she cares deeply about her clients. She is able to engage with difficult topics in an authentic way, and brings humor and creativity to her sessions.
Abby Shah
Abby Shah
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAAMFT
Alanna is an empathetic and kind therapist, who is gifted and cutting through small talk to get to the real issues on someone's mind. She has a special talent for walking with clients through dark times, and balancing realism with optimism.
Madison Parikka
Madison Parikka
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAAMFT
Alanna is thoughtful, compassionate, and brings deep care to each client relationship. She is skilled at supporting folks through every stage of grief, and conveys tenderness and humor with all who are lucky enough to work with her.
Nathalie Tinoco
Nathalie Tinoco
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFT
Alanna, creates a safe, supportive space to explore life's challenges, from relationship struggles to grief and substance use. Their warm, humorous approach and training in EFT and harm reduction make them a valuable guide on the path to healing.
Ryan B Dooley
Ryan B Dooley
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Alanna brings a unique capacity to support people through their struggles. She carries an open heart and curious mind as she creates a safe place to explore grief, identity, life transitions, and relationship issues. I recommend getting in contact!
Lewis Elliott
Lewis Elliott
Mental Health CounselorMALMHC-D
Alanna is a fantastic, kind, and skillful clinician - offering a deeply compassionate and engaging approach. She creates a therapeutic environment that empowers individuals looking to create meaningful healing and change.
Laura Hilsen
Laura Hilsen
CounselorMALAPC
Alanna is an excellent therapist, especially skilled in helping clients navigate grief, death and loss. Deeply empathic, open, and curious, she has a way of being that gently invites healing and growth. I am happy to recommend her.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Couples
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Couples
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Gottman Method
  • Harm Reduction
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma-Informed
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My approach is integrative, tailoring techniques and interventions to best fit each client's individual needs. We collaborate on goals, pace, and continuing feedback to adjust things when needed. I emphasize our connection, as the relationship between therapist and client can lead to successful outcomes, regardless of the type of treatment.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654
"
My approach is integrative, tailoring techniques and interventions to best fit each client's individual needs. We collaborate on goals, pace, and continuing feedback to adjust things when needed. I emphasize our connection, as the relationship between therapist and client can lead to successful outcomes, regardless of the type of treatment.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 275-1654

Location

Primary Location

You Rule Therapy

2873 Mission Street

San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 275-1654
"
I offer sessions in person in SF (next to some outstanding taquerias!), or online via video for CA residents throughout the state.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 275-1654
"
I offer sessions in person in SF (next to some outstanding taquerias!), or online via video for CA residents throughout the state.
Photo of Alanna McLeod, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Alanna McLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 275-1654