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Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
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Annie Alpers

Psychologist, PhD (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
Available online only
San Francisco, CA 94115
Let's Connect (415) 301-6012
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I specialize in obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD, BDD, BFRBs, illness anxiety disorder), misophonia, and anxiety. I have several of these conditions myself and benefited hugely from the same treatments I now provide. That makes my work very personally rewarding! I get to watch people like me get better every day.
I am trained in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and the comprehensive model for behavioral treatment (ComB). These treatments don't work for everything, but I have seen them work over and over for the conditions listed above.
To book a free 20-minute consultation call, open my website and click on "Schedule Appointment." The point of the call is for us both to determine if we think we'd be an effective team in getting you from A (where you are now) to B (achievement of your treatment goals). I will ask you questions to help both of us determine that efficiently :)
Call Annie Alpers now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 301-6012

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Francisco, CA 94115

(415) 301-6012

San Francisco, CA 94122

My practice is fully virtual, so I can provide therapy if you're located anywhere in California, Massachusetts, New York, or Florida.
I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Anxiety and Perfectionism 
$300 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (415) 301-6012
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Francisco, CA 94115

(415) 301-6012

San Francisco, CA 94122

My practice is fully virtual, so I can provide therapy if you're located anywhere in California, Massachusetts, New York, or Florida.
I specialize in Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Anxiety and Perfectionism 
$300 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $300
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Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (415) 301-6012
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (415) 301-6012

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 31979 Annie Alpers
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended Fordham University, PhD
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Florida telehealth provider TPPY1873 / 2022
  • License: New York 025431 / 2022
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After my postdoc at the VA, I completed additional OCD, BDD, and BFRB trainings from the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Academy, and Trichotillomania Learning Center. I'm a proud member of IOCDF and the Northern California CBT Network.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012
"
After my postdoc at the VA, I completed additional OCD, BDD, and BFRB trainings from the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Academy, and Trichotillomania Learning Center. I'm a proud member of IOCDF and the Northern California CBT Network.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Anxiety
  • Perfectionism

Expertise

  • Bisexual
  • Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs)
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Veterans
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Over 90 percent of my clients have OCD. Many have co-occurring obsessive-compulsive conditions (BDD, BFRBs) or anxiety disorders (phobias, social anxiety, panic attacks). The treatment is quite similar for all of them! I use CBT for any additional issues, and if you need help with something outside these areas of expertise, I have a referral network of specialists who are truly excellent.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012
"
Over 90 percent of my clients have OCD. Many have co-occurring obsessive-compulsive conditions (BDD, BFRBs) or anxiety disorders (phobias, social anxiety, panic attacks). The treatment is quite similar for all of them! I use CBT for any additional issues, and if you need help with something outside these areas of expertise, I have a referral network of specialists who are truly excellent.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012

2 Endorsements

Dr. Sara Chan
Dr. Sara Chan
PsychologistPsyD
Dr. Alpers is highly knowledgeable in evidence-based treatments and I strongly endorse her as a trusted colleague

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Intersex Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Intersex Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Comprehensive Model for Behavioral Treatment: ComB
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
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I primarily use exposure and response prevention (ERP) for people who want to stop ruminating and be present. Turns out, you can get better at that! You just need high-quality practice tailored precisely to your unique obsessive-compulsive cycle. Think of it as physical therapy for your brain.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012
"
I primarily use exposure and response prevention (ERP) for people who want to stop ruminating and be present. Turns out, you can get better at that! You just need high-quality practice tailored precisely to your unique obsessive-compulsive cycle. Think of it as physical therapy for your brain.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012

Location

Primary Location

San Francisco, CA 94115

(415) 301-6012

Additional Location

San Francisco, CA 94122

(415) 301-6012
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My practice is fully virtual, so I can provide therapy if you're located anywhere in California, Massachusetts, New York, or Florida.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012
"
My practice is fully virtual, so I can provide therapy if you're located anywhere in California, Massachusetts, New York, or Florida.
Photo of Annie Alpers, Psychologist, PhD
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 301-6012