Therapists in San Francisco, CA

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Thad Martin Cox
Psychologist, PhD, CP, LPC-S
3 Endorsed
Online Only
It is unfortunate that insufficiently engaged approaches to therapy, prohibitive rates, and the unconscionable reluctance of most clinicians to accept insurance fail so many clients, who in good faith seek to discover a healing of heart and mind. As a psychodynamic therapist, I view my role as an empathic change agent employed to help bring about a fuller knowledge of self and a more liberated experience of life and relationship. Overall, my clinical work is defined by a deep intersubjectivity where I help access the client's life experience.
It is unfortunate that insufficiently engaged approaches to therapy, prohibitive rates, and the unconscionable reluctance of most clinicians to accept insurance fail so many clients, who in good faith seek to discover a healing of heart and mind. As a psychodynamic therapist, I view my role as an empathic change agent employed to help bring about a fuller knowledge of self and a more liberated experience of life and relationship. Overall, my clinical work is defined by a deep intersubjectivity where I help access the client's life experience.
(415) 301-6788 View (415) 301-6788
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Heidi Xue
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APPC, EMDR
Online Only
Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues due to trauma? Past experiences can create imprints onto your brain that activate your fight/flight responses whenever your emotions feel dysregulated, but life without the constant feeling of being on edge is possible. Those traumatic memories don’t have to permanently influence who you are meant to be. Through therapy, you will gain control of your feelings/thoughts and your response to everyday life hurdles. Healing from trauma can create healthier beliefs about yourself and your relationships along with sustainable changes.
Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues due to trauma? Past experiences can create imprints onto your brain that activate your fight/flight responses whenever your emotions feel dysregulated, but life without the constant feeling of being on edge is possible. Those traumatic memories don’t have to permanently influence who you are meant to be. Through therapy, you will gain control of your feelings/thoughts and your response to everyday life hurdles. Healing from trauma can create healthier beliefs about yourself and your relationships along with sustainable changes.
(415) 534-9538 View (415) 534-9538
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Gabriela Villalobos
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Has your relationships (heterosexual, LGBTQ+, monogamous and non-monogamous) reached a point of dissatisfaction and disconnection, like it's missing the spark that first drew you to your partner/s? I am here to support you and your partner/s with improving communication, navigating conflict in constructive ways, increasing connection, creating or reigniting sexual intimacy and developing secure attachments amongst your partners. My goal is to support you all with creating supportive, loving, caring and trusting bonds that can feed into having a fulfilling life.
Has your relationships (heterosexual, LGBTQ+, monogamous and non-monogamous) reached a point of dissatisfaction and disconnection, like it's missing the spark that first drew you to your partner/s? I am here to support you and your partner/s with improving communication, navigating conflict in constructive ways, increasing connection, creating or reigniting sexual intimacy and developing secure attachments amongst your partners. My goal is to support you all with creating supportive, loving, caring and trusting bonds that can feed into having a fulfilling life.
(628) 285-4901 View (628) 285-4901
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Diana Delgado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Welcome, my name is Diana Delgado, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I graduated from California State University, Long Beach with my Master of Social Work in 2016, go BEACH! I am a first generation high school and college graduate Latina.
Welcome, my name is Diana Delgado, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I graduated from California State University, Long Beach with my Master of Social Work in 2016, go BEACH! I am a first generation high school and college graduate Latina.
(657) 837-0367 View (657) 837-0367
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Natalie Yates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102
Sometimes what weighs us down isn’t just what’s happening now, but what’s been quietly building over time—old wounds, overlooked moments, and the stories that shaped how we learned to survive. You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in your head, like you can’t turn your thoughts off. Maybe there’s a heaviness or a sense of disconnection you can’t quite explain. You might feel unseen in your relationships—unsupported, yet unsure how to ask for the care you need. Maybe you shut down quickly or find yourself bracing for something to go wrong, even when things seem to be going right. If any of this resonates, you’re not alone.
Sometimes what weighs us down isn’t just what’s happening now, but what’s been quietly building over time—old wounds, overlooked moments, and the stories that shaped how we learned to survive. You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in your head, like you can’t turn your thoughts off. Maybe there’s a heaviness or a sense of disconnection you can’t quite explain. You might feel unseen in your relationships—unsupported, yet unsure how to ask for the care you need. Maybe you shut down quickly or find yourself bracing for something to go wrong, even when things seem to be going right. If any of this resonates, you’re not alone.
(415) 862-3643 View (415) 862-3643
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Bayley Raiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
You’re a gay man over 40. You’ve done the work. You’ve built a life with depth, identity, and probably a few scars. You’ve found strength in community—maybe in leather, chosen family, or relationships that don’t fit the mainstream mold. And yet… certain patterns still show up. Emotional walls. Disconnection. That old feeling like something’s missing—or still running the show. Daddy Issues Therapy is built for you. We take your lived experience seriously and use evidence-based tools to help you heal, grow, and lead with emotional clarity—on your own terms.
You’re a gay man over 40. You’ve done the work. You’ve built a life with depth, identity, and probably a few scars. You’ve found strength in community—maybe in leather, chosen family, or relationships that don’t fit the mainstream mold. And yet… certain patterns still show up. Emotional walls. Disconnection. That old feeling like something’s missing—or still running the show. Daddy Issues Therapy is built for you. We take your lived experience seriously and use evidence-based tools to help you heal, grow, and lead with emotional clarity—on your own terms.
(213) 787-7499 View (213) 787-7499
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Monique Damroth
Psychologist, PsyD
San Francisco, CA 94102
I help many adults and couples address the underlying causes of their conflict, pain, distress, and angst. We will employ different techniques that assist in understanding what lies beneath the surface. I draw from many psychological approaches and world traditions. Also, by thinking about the human experience and acknowledging what happens between us, in the therapy space, as valuable insights for our understanding of you; and by looking at your inner world view.
I help many adults and couples address the underlying causes of their conflict, pain, distress, and angst. We will employ different techniques that assist in understanding what lies beneath the surface. I draw from many psychological approaches and world traditions. Also, by thinking about the human experience and acknowledging what happens between us, in the therapy space, as valuable insights for our understanding of you; and by looking at your inner world view.
(628) 285-2069 View (628) 285-2069
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Mariam Tahiry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I have experience working with a diverse population including individuals with different cultural backgrounds. My approach to therapy is to provide compassionate and nonjudgmental support. I respect that clients are the experts of themselves and work collaboratively with clients to help problem solve and teach new skills.
I have experience working with a diverse population including individuals with different cultural backgrounds. My approach to therapy is to provide compassionate and nonjudgmental support. I respect that clients are the experts of themselves and work collaboratively with clients to help problem solve and teach new skills.
(310) 928-9772 View (310) 928-9772
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Tammy Que Phan Vuong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
Hello. I work with adults, families and couples. My training and expertise are treating anxiety, depression, relationship/family/in-law issues, psychosis, personality disorders, life transition, immigrations and identity exploration. My therapy styles are warm, client centered, emotional focused. I share with my clients a lot that "You want to make sure you feel comfortable talking to me." It is true because therapy is personal.
Hello. I work with adults, families and couples. My training and expertise are treating anxiety, depression, relationship/family/in-law issues, psychosis, personality disorders, life transition, immigrations and identity exploration. My therapy styles are warm, client centered, emotional focused. I share with my clients a lot that "You want to make sure you feel comfortable talking to me." It is true because therapy is personal.
(415) 936-0585 View (415) 936-0585
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Kel Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MCP, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi! My name is Kel Smith and I support people towards living more fulfilled lives. I am a somatically trained therapist who works with adults, couples, and teens. I may be a good therapist for you if you are looking for support with deepening your sense of agency, better understanding your embodied experiences, navigating life transitions, and/or recognizing and shifting behavior patterns and internal narratives. I support my clients with cultivating more tools to mitigate and manage experiences of anxiety, dissociation, and depression.
Hi! My name is Kel Smith and I support people towards living more fulfilled lives. I am a somatically trained therapist who works with adults, couples, and teens. I may be a good therapist for you if you are looking for support with deepening your sense of agency, better understanding your embodied experiences, navigating life transitions, and/or recognizing and shifting behavior patterns and internal narratives. I support my clients with cultivating more tools to mitigate and manage experiences of anxiety, dissociation, and depression.
(415) 532-3379 View (415) 532-3379
Photo of Ming Tu, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Ming Tu
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Online Only
If you find yourselves feeling unheard, or struggling to communicate without triggering each other, we can work together on opening up new ways of connecting. As an attuned listener trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), I’ve helped many couples reconnect with their deeper needs and return to each other with newfound passion and compassion. Together, we’ll foster healthier dynamics, helping you both feel valued and understood in ways that support profound shifts and lasting growth.
If you find yourselves feeling unheard, or struggling to communicate without triggering each other, we can work together on opening up new ways of connecting. As an attuned listener trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), I’ve helped many couples reconnect with their deeper needs and return to each other with newfound passion and compassion. Together, we’ll foster healthier dynamics, helping you both feel valued and understood in ways that support profound shifts and lasting growth.
(530) 767-3459 View (530) 767-3459
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Stephen Chen
Psychologist, PsyD
San Francisco, CA 94122
I believe every person has a unique story, and my open, compassionate approach reflects my respect and desire to help. In working together, we will create a therapy plan tailored around your coping style, relational patterns, and most importantly- your goals. No matter what you come in for (anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, identity questions, personality issues, career issues, etc.), I will meet you where you are in life, and work actively to understand your situation and collaborate on the best treatment plan.
I believe every person has a unique story, and my open, compassionate approach reflects my respect and desire to help. In working together, we will create a therapy plan tailored around your coping style, relational patterns, and most importantly- your goals. No matter what you come in for (anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, identity questions, personality issues, career issues, etc.), I will meet you where you are in life, and work actively to understand your situation and collaborate on the best treatment plan.
(415) 301-4037 View (415) 301-4037
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Catherine Alix
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
My name is Cathy Alix, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in San Bernardino, CA. I have a total of 14 years of experience and have been licensed since September 2016. For the last several years I have worked with a forensic population providing individual therapy. I am a very person-centered psychotherapist. I enjoy allowing the patient to determine therapeutic content while I do my best to meet them at their point of need while helping them to formulate their goals.
My name is Cathy Alix, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in San Bernardino, CA. I have a total of 14 years of experience and have been licensed since September 2016. For the last several years I have worked with a forensic population providing individual therapy. I am a very person-centered psychotherapist. I enjoy allowing the patient to determine therapeutic content while I do my best to meet them at their point of need while helping them to formulate their goals.
(510) 694-8927 View (510) 694-8927
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Susannah Ruth Feder
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
I am most experienced in working with people with pain, illness, addictions, anxiety and depression. I use interpersonal and cognitive approaches to these issues, and believe that the client is best able to assist in selecting the types of approaches best suited to them.
I am most experienced in working with people with pain, illness, addictions, anxiety and depression. I use interpersonal and cognitive approaches to these issues, and believe that the client is best able to assist in selecting the types of approaches best suited to them.
(925) 448-9343 View (925) 448-9343
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Cristionne Barbarin-Benavides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep desire for helping individuals navigate stress and anxiety, I am passionate about working with women, especially African American women. With 5 years of experience in the field, I understand the unique challenges and pressures that many women face in today's world.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a deep desire for helping individuals navigate stress and anxiety, I am passionate about working with women, especially African American women. With 5 years of experience in the field, I understand the unique challenges and pressures that many women face in today's world.
(657) 279-9166 View (657) 279-9166
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Catherine Singstad, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
4 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94110
Most of my clients come in struggling with their closest relationships - with their partners, parents, kids, colleagues and/or friends. There is often a deep longing for more joy, authenticity, and freedom from painful symptoms like anxiety and depression. I help clients learn to understand and thoughtfully navigate their emotional world, as we work to unpack and rewire recurring symptoms and habits. Issues I commonly work with include unhealthy relationships, work/life balance, healing unresolved childhood wounds, couples issues, anxiety, depression, parenthood, trauma, low self-esteem, addiction, infertility, loss, and grief.
Most of my clients come in struggling with their closest relationships - with their partners, parents, kids, colleagues and/or friends. There is often a deep longing for more joy, authenticity, and freedom from painful symptoms like anxiety and depression. I help clients learn to understand and thoughtfully navigate their emotional world, as we work to unpack and rewire recurring symptoms and habits. Issues I commonly work with include unhealthy relationships, work/life balance, healing unresolved childhood wounds, couples issues, anxiety, depression, parenthood, trauma, low self-esteem, addiction, infertility, loss, and grief.
(415) 906-4220 View (415) 906-4220
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Carol Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Carol Bernstein, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) My therapeutic approach is infused with a passion for creating and providing open and interactive dialogue, empowering adults of all ages to meet life's problems, transitions, and tough decisions with greater confidence and awareness. Utilizing techniques from evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral, short-term problem-solving therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices.
Carol Bernstein, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) My therapeutic approach is infused with a passion for creating and providing open and interactive dialogue, empowering adults of all ages to meet life's problems, transitions, and tough decisions with greater confidence and awareness. Utilizing techniques from evidence-based Cognitive-Behavioral, short-term problem-solving therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness practices.
(415) 993-6329 View (415) 993-6329
Photo of Christina Insalaco, Counselor, PhD, LPCC, LMHC, LCPC
Christina Insalaco
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, LMHC, LCPC
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114
Pain is often difficult to describe- it may even be unspeakable. As a licensed psychotherapist and supervisor with experience in the areas of clinical psychology, clinical social work, and psychoanalysis, I offer a unique set of skills to help you speak about and understand the reasons you’re seek treatment. In my practice I offer a warm, nonjudgmental, and confidential space for you to say whatever comes to mind. In this space, one in which I am deeply attuned to you and what you have to say, you may discover solutions for your suffering and experience transformative change.
Pain is often difficult to describe- it may even be unspeakable. As a licensed psychotherapist and supervisor with experience in the areas of clinical psychology, clinical social work, and psychoanalysis, I offer a unique set of skills to help you speak about and understand the reasons you’re seek treatment. In my practice I offer a warm, nonjudgmental, and confidential space for you to say whatever comes to mind. In this space, one in which I am deeply attuned to you and what you have to say, you may discover solutions for your suffering and experience transformative change.
(415) 475-2386 View (415) 475-2386
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Livia Ondi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94118
Are you tired of the power struggles with your toddler or preschooler? Are you navigating life changing events with your child, such as loss, divorce, adoption, moving, traumatic accidents or events? Does your little one have challenges in life with special needs and developmental delays? One of the hardest part of parenting is seeing your child being in pain and feeling like there is nothing you can do to help. I support families with young children to transform what seems like daily survival struggles into thriving in life and in relationships.
Are you tired of the power struggles with your toddler or preschooler? Are you navigating life changing events with your child, such as loss, divorce, adoption, moving, traumatic accidents or events? Does your little one have challenges in life with special needs and developmental delays? One of the hardest part of parenting is seeing your child being in pain and feeling like there is nothing you can do to help. I support families with young children to transform what seems like daily survival struggles into thriving in life and in relationships.
(415) 855-7682 View (415) 855-7682
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Dr. Aaron Robert Jacobson
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94118
I believe that therapy should be collaborative, and I will invite you to share your hopes for therapy, as well as your reservations about the process. I will work with you to uncover what led you to reach out, and what works best for you in therapy. Your story is particular and specific to you, and I will ask for your guidance as we lead you around the blind corners of your own life. Stylistically, I believe in direct and transparent communication, and in making as much space for laughter as for other challenging emotions that can come up in therapy.
I believe that therapy should be collaborative, and I will invite you to share your hopes for therapy, as well as your reservations about the process. I will work with you to uncover what led you to reach out, and what works best for you in therapy. Your story is particular and specific to you, and I will ask for your guidance as we lead you around the blind corners of your own life. Stylistically, I believe in direct and transparent communication, and in making as much space for laughter as for other challenging emotions that can come up in therapy.
(415) 712-1267 View (415) 712-1267
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Number of Therapists in San Francisco, CA

3,000+

Average cost per session

$185

Therapists in San Francisco, CA who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
86% Depression
75% Relationship Issues
73% Self Esteem
66% Stress
65% Trauma and PTSD
65% Coping Skills

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

82% Aetna
65% Cigna and Evernorth
60% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in San Francisco, CA see their clients

63% Online Only
37% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

77% Female
21% Male
2% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in San Francisco?

Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.

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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’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?

Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, 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.

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 or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.

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.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

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.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online 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.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.