Therapists in San Francisco, CA

Empathy is a keystone of the therapeutic relationship. It fosters a partnership between the two of us that promotes wellness, and a sense of safety and trust. Together, we collaborate in setting goals so that you develop insight and make meaningful changes in your life. Our work might include mindfulness for stress, cognitive behavioral therapy for depression and/or anxiety and psychodynamic work to uncover deeper issues. You might be struggling with life transitions, low self esteem, a recent loss or a creative block. We use a variety of approaches to help you get back on track.

The relationship you form with your therapist is one of the most important predictors of whether therapy is successful. I offer adults and adolescents a caring and supportive environment to explore life’s challenging obstacles. I recognize the strength and courage it can take to seek therapy, and believe in the strength of the human spirit to overcome the circumstances that cause us pain. Often our struggles can leave us feeling isolated and alone, I seek to join in the healing process, working collaboratively with my clients. I use a holistic, trauma-informed and strengths-based approach to therapy to help meet your personal goals.

Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.

Feeling overwhelmed? Are you or your teen an empath? Do you find that you absorb the emotions of others? Do you leave gatherings early due to feelings of overwhelm? I offer specialized techniques for highly sensitive people or those experiencing anxiety and depression. Together we will uncover what barriers towards wellness have been created in your life and find tools to help you reclaim a sense of peace.

Do you sometimes feel swallowed up by life's problems? Well, you're not alone. I will make it my priority to address your needs as a child, teen or adult. Through talk therapy, I will help you find or learn coping skills that will enable you to start on the path to healing and feeling good again. You will be empowered to utilize strategies that will assist you in making better choices. You will determine the best avenue for you personally while you deal with challenging situations. In addition to the services provided, prompt appointments are scheduled and clients are seen within 24 hrs.

I hold a master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern California. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of California. I offer over 15 years’ experience in trauma-based therapy, working with individuals (adolescents & adults) and teams dealing with life challenges. These issues include depression, anxiety, relationship stress/issues, work stress, post-traumatic stress, suicidal ideation, gender issues, ADHD, grief and many more. I have had the opportunity to work in crisis intervention, intellectual disability services, prison population and active-duty service members.

We provide a holistic mental health coaching/counseling committed to personal, social and professional growth. Our professionals are expert professors, PhD, MA, BS in the field of health and counseling, and serving clients of all ages, and organizations for more than 20yrs.The center provides: 1- life coaching to women for varied health concerns: Nutritional counseling/ concerns for women, children, students, chronic diseases; Adaptation to pregnancy; Postpartum; menopause; Dealing with aging process; health concerns, and chronic diseases, parenting issues, adolescence challenges, body image, and skin problems and concerns.

Life sometimes presents us with challenges that can feel overwhelming and cause deep emotional pain. Working from a strength-based perspective, individuals can explore their resiliency and tap into their own authenticity. Counseling provides people with a safe place to vocalize their struggles, needs, wants and values. It allows for growth and healing to occur while encouraging positive change within the individual and their lives.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working primarily with teens and young adults through a wide range of challenges. My specializations include working with individuals experiencing issues related to self-esteem, mild depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with issues that result from traumatic experiences as I am trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My therapeutic goal is to meet you in your unique experience to create a safe space that encourages freedom of self-expression without judgment to promote a sense of being seen, heard, and understood.