Therapists in San Francisco, CA
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Nick Weathersby
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
So often we live in the grip of anxiety and depression. Our families pull out our worst, the realities of adulthood drain us, loss of loved ones or our own capacities become existential reality, yet the good news is we can always make changes in ourselves to increase our resilience. The work of psychotherapy is serious business. While humor and levity in the present can help lighten difficult memories, we will dive deep into the past with expert attention to inform movement into a more complete future.
Not accepting new clients
Alexis Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I collaborate with you to determine your goals for treatment. Your desires for the focus of our sessions may include removing blocks to personal growth, improving relationships with yourself and others, undoing past conditioning- especially related to trauma or adverse experiences, transforming shame, or increasing your understanding of mental illness, whether it's yours or someone you love. I also work with those with compassion fatigue and burn out, assisting my clients in recovering the joy and drive they once felt in their professional lives. Over the course of time I will check in to make sure progress or unforeseen issues are addressed.
Ida Vandaei
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I strive to provide a comfortable environment where you feel heard, safe, accepted, and supported in making your desired changes. With compassion and empathy, I will support you in discovering your inner strengths and empower you to overcome the obstacles you may be facing. I believe that each individual heals in their own way and that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all. Part of my approach is asking questions – a lot of questions – so that I can understand you better and also help you explore what you may not have on your own.
Bloom Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Bloom Therapy specializes in women's mental health across the lifespan. Women face unique stressors in their relationships and career, and experience anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress at twice the rate of men. We offer a compassionate, evidence-based approach to address these challenges and help you reach your goals. Our work focuses on building strengths, enhancing self-confidence, and empowering you with knowledge and tools so that you can thrive in your relationships, work, and life.
Rachel Fleischman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, REAT
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Looking for a therapist who is down to earth, honest and real? I've got 22 years experience helping motivated individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, relationship issues and stress. It may be time to improve your relationship. You may be stressed at home and at work, and find that your old coping mechanisms aren't working anymore. As a relationship expert, I have devoted my professional life to helping individuals & couples to live with more joy, peace and, ultimately...bliss.
Not accepting new clients
Phyllis G. Vince, Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
ONLINE THERAPY ONLY. Are you feeling disconnected from your partner or family? Are you noticing the same pattern of negative communication happening over and over again? Do these negative patterns feel stuck no matter what you do? Do you long to feel connected again? Do you wish you could resolve these patterns for good? Being close to your partner or family is what we all want and need.
Lara Curry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My name is Lara Curry. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I've helped people struggling with anxiety, depression, alcohol use, relationship issues, and relapse prevention. I employ EMDR, Family Systems, Psychodynamic, Trauma-focused, and Solution-focused brief therapy modalities. I assume anyone seeking psychotherapy genuinely desires to help sort out the difficulties in their lives. I try to work as a co-investigator to understand the issues and help explain how they evolved and how to resolve them in an informal, caring partnership with my clients.
Natasha Belfor
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I'm a scientist and a clinician. I believe in evidence-based treatments supported by extensive clinical research at the best medical institutions in the world. My methods
have been evaluated and used by scientists and clinicians at the Mayo Clinic, USC, UCSF, Yale, Stanford, Harvard University Center for Brain Science, Johns Hopkins, University of Haifa, MIT, Cambridge, Hebrew University etc
Evan Wassarman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I provide a safe, supportive environment in which you can talk about your feelings and experiences, both past and present. We engage in a collaborative process that allows for investigation into why you feel the way you do and what factors have influenced your development into who you are and how you experience life. In doing so, people are often able to feel better about themselves, their relationships, and their place in the world.
Nico Vogelsang
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Accepting new clients! What would you like to have different in your life? You and I will work together to help you meet your goals. For some, it might be to “feel better” and we can figure out what that means for you. Others are looking to get to know themselves better, to figure out what kind of life they want, or how to be their most authentic version of themselves. For some, it is addressing more specific needs, such as anxiety, sadness, feeling stuck, work-life balance, relationships, sexuality, or exploring values.
Waitlist for new clients
Robin Fragner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I believe in the transformational power of play and creativity for children, especially in the context of a warm, confidential relationship with a caring therapist. I understand that behavioral change is both skill based and relational. I have over thirty years of experience working only with children and adolescents in individual therapy. Thus I bring to my work a lifetime of professional experience understanding the developmental and attachment needs of children, a background of work in childhood trauma, anxiety symptoms and the special considerations required in helping children and parents navigate divorce.
Ramona Benner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My therapeutic style is down-to-earth, experiential, and interpersonal. I enjoy creating collaborative relationships with clients where we non-judgmentally look into presenting issues. My approach emphasizes authenticity and the idea that growth can happen while in an environment that is nourishing. Through this process, you may step into greater self-discovery and self-acceptance. My goal is to help my clients feel understood and empowered.
Xochiltl Ramos
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified
Verified
Our work together will create a space to gently examine and explore your inner life. I work with clients to create a safe and resilient healing space.
Taune Lyons
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
Verified
I work to empower you to discover the growth & healing that is already inside of you so that you can live your most present, authentic, and dynamic life. Together we can unravel and intentionally rewrite the stories you tell yourself, reframe the lenses you've used to understand and interact with the world, imagine and embody new possibilities.
Waitlist for new clients
Caitlin O'Brient Bauer
AACC, BFA
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I provide ADHD, Business, & Life Coaching for adults in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. I specialize in working with women in tech, entrepreneurs, new moms, and creatives.
San Francisco, CA 94107
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Not accepting new clients
David Albright
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Counselor and Therapist for Men: Gay, Straight, or Bi. Feeling stuck, depressed, isolated, or anxious? Escaping via porn or addictions? We live in a complicated world, a world where we often need a guide and trusted advisor to help us. I help men discover where they fit in the world, how to find love and acceptance from self and other, how to navigate life challenges, and how to find greater meaning and happiness in life. My work is one of my greatest passions and I have many success stories.
Gargi Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA
Verified
Verified
Therapy is a unique opportunity to explore your truest self. It is a space with no right or wrong. I am available for you to discover and be with various parts of yourself. Together, we will explore these pieces and the experiences that cause pain and discomfort; through this, there will be space for healing, understanding, and acceptance. My goal as a therapist is to accompany you on your journey: To guide you in understanding your authentic self as you foster self-love and acceptance for all the parts of yourself.
Tamalina Cummings: Trauma, Depression, Anxiety
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you overwhelmed by your past or current trauma? Do they lead to behaviors that aren't serving you or preventing you from living the best life possible? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a 20 year history of being a Navy Combat veteran which has been working in the field of psychology since 2013. I specialize in assisting people with trauma, anxiety, military issues and depression. I have helped many people overcome these types of problems to live happier and more fulfilling lives and welcome the opportunity to help you identify and overcome your obstacles.
Eliza Pedder
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling anxious, like you can't "just be," always thinking about the next thing, and finding it hard to enjoy the day to day? I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, burn-out, co-dependency, or are grappling to find joy and meaning in their life or work. My passion is helping individuals change painful patterns, set healthy boundaries, develop skills to help them cope more confidently with their emotions and life, increase their self-awareness, and reconnect to themselves more deeply. I also work with couples who are feeling disconnected from each other and are ready to reconnect and communicate!
San Francisco, CA 94114
& Online
Robert Tyminski
Psychologist, DMH
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Psychotherapy can be an opportunity to reduce emotional suffering, to understand what gets in the way of becoming the person we want to be, and to find a meaningful path forward. In my work with adult clients, I often am engaged around significant relationship challenges, health and wellness concerns, career misgivings, and blocks in expressing oneself. My approach with children and teenagers emphasizes developmental strengths, family supports, and planning for the future. I provide clinical consultation to other mental health professionals for many of these same topics.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.