Therapists in Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA
Warm greetings. I specialize in couples therapy using the Gottman Method, beginning with a comprehensive relationship assessment that provides a clear roadmap for therapy. Together, we identify your relationship’s strengths, uncover the patterns that keep you stuck, and develop practical, evidence-based communication and conflict-management skills tailored to your unique relationship.
I have advanced training in addressing sexual concerns and intimacy skills; working collaboratively with couples.
For couples who wish to create a Consensual Non-Monogamous Relationship, (CNM) I facilitate mutual agreements with clear boundaries.
Warm greetings. I specialize in couples therapy using the Gottman Method, beginning with a comprehensive relationship assessment that provides a clear roadmap for therapy. Together, we identify your relationship’s strengths, uncover the patterns that keep you stuck, and develop practical, evidence-based communication and conflict-management skills tailored to your unique relationship.
I have advanced training in addressing sexual concerns and intimacy skills; working collaboratively with couples.
For couples who wish to create a Consensual Non-Monogamous Relationship, (CNM) I facilitate mutual agreements with clear boundaries.
When small disagreements turn into BIG arguments, expert guidance can help you break painful patterns — not just talk about them. I’ve helped 1,000s of couples stop repeating the same fights by using simple communication tools when conversations start to spiral. I work with tech leaders, founders, and couples navigating high stress, misunderstandings, and disconnection. Don’t let defensiveness stand between you and your partner. NEW relationship skills grounded in attachment science are far more effective than rehashing the past. If you’re ready to get back on the same page... Email me to book a complimentary consultation call.
When small disagreements turn into BIG arguments, expert guidance can help you break painful patterns — not just talk about them. I’ve helped 1,000s of couples stop repeating the same fights by using simple communication tools when conversations start to spiral. I work with tech leaders, founders, and couples navigating high stress, misunderstandings, and disconnection. Don’t let defensiveness stand between you and your partner. NEW relationship skills grounded in attachment science are far more effective than rehashing the past. If you’re ready to get back on the same page... Email me to book a complimentary consultation call.
Matthew Chappell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACM-SW
1 Endorsed
Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA 94131
I provide compassionate, calm, warm, collaborative, direct psychotherapy influenced by a variety of psychological modalities. I believe much may be accomplished through the trusted relationship between the therapist and a person in a safe, comfortable environment. And growth accomplished by an in-depth look at serious life experiences. I provider both brief and long term psychotherapy.
I provide compassionate, calm, warm, collaborative, direct psychotherapy influenced by a variety of psychological modalities. I believe much may be accomplished through the trusted relationship between the therapist and a person in a safe, comfortable environment. And growth accomplished by an in-depth look at serious life experiences. I provider both brief and long term psychotherapy.
Rachel M Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-P
Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA 94131
Therapy can be a space to slow down and make sense of what you’re experiencing, whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, relationships, trauma, a life transition, or simply wanting something to change. I’m here to create that space. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer a person-centered and collaborative approach grounded in curiosity. Together, we look at your experiences, relationships, emotions, and the patterns that shape how you move through life. I also draw from my training in Art Therapy and DBT Practices.
Therapy can be a space to slow down and make sense of what you’re experiencing, whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, relationships, trauma, a life transition, or simply wanting something to change. I’m here to create that space. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer a person-centered and collaborative approach grounded in curiosity. Together, we look at your experiences, relationships, emotions, and the patterns that shape how you move through life. I also draw from my training in Art Therapy and DBT Practices.
Victoria Eilish
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA 94131
I work with adults who feel stuck in spiralling, anxious dread and loneliness. I go beyond generic comfort or empty validation; instead, I focus on helping clients find relief in hard truths and lasting change.
I work with adults who feel stuck in spiralling, anxious dread and loneliness. I go beyond generic comfort or empty validation; instead, I focus on helping clients find relief in hard truths and lasting change.
Trauma and adverse childhood experiences are common and ordinary. If left untreated, they can affect your ability to feel safe, trust others, feel hopeful about your future and affect your ability to form healthy relationships at home, at school/work and in the community throughout the life-cycle. Many clients are unable to identify, name or explain their trauma, requiring a combination of both psychotherapy and movement to process their trauma. Comprehensive and innovative trauma-sensitive treatment approaches are available that reduce symptoms, improve behaviors and increase an overall sense of health and wellbeing.
Trauma and adverse childhood experiences are common and ordinary. If left untreated, they can affect your ability to feel safe, trust others, feel hopeful about your future and affect your ability to form healthy relationships at home, at school/work and in the community throughout the life-cycle. Many clients are unable to identify, name or explain their trauma, requiring a combination of both psychotherapy and movement to process their trauma. Comprehensive and innovative trauma-sensitive treatment approaches are available that reduce symptoms, improve behaviors and increase an overall sense of health and wellbeing.
Having a safe and supportive space where one can talk openly, is so very important. Feeling understood and listened to promotes growth and change. I am warm and understanding as well as insightful and objective, bringing experience and honesty to my work. Together we will talk about what’s going on now, past events and relationships, and how they might be affecting you. I will work to develop a trusting, supportive relationship to more clearly understand what is troubling you. My clients have enjoyed success in overcoming anxiety and depression, connecting with others, defining and attaining goals, and increasing self-esteem.
Having a safe and supportive space where one can talk openly, is so very important. Feeling understood and listened to promotes growth and change. I am warm and understanding as well as insightful and objective, bringing experience and honesty to my work. Together we will talk about what’s going on now, past events and relationships, and how they might be affecting you. I will work to develop a trusting, supportive relationship to more clearly understand what is troubling you. My clients have enjoyed success in overcoming anxiety and depression, connecting with others, defining and attaining goals, and increasing self-esteem.
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, major life changes, 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, major life changes, healing unresolved childhood wounds, couples issues, anxiety, depression, parenthood, trauma, low self-esteem, addiction, infertility, loss, and grief.
If you’ve been trying to think your way through everything, you’re not alone. But healing isn’t just a mental puzzle. There are layers to this work. If we stay only in our thoughts or stories, we miss the richness of what’s happening in the body, in the emotions, and in our connection with others.
You’re not just a mind inside a body. You’re a full-spectrum human being. That means healing can involve rest, laughter, boundaries, movement, stillness, tears, and play. I invite you to want joy, not just relief.
If you’ve been trying to think your way through everything, you’re not alone. But healing isn’t just a mental puzzle. There are layers to this work. If we stay only in our thoughts or stories, we miss the richness of what’s happening in the body, in the emotions, and in our connection with others.
You’re not just a mind inside a body. You’re a full-spectrum human being. That means healing can involve rest, laughter, boundaries, movement, stillness, tears, and play. I invite you to want joy, not just relief.
Larry O'Connor, Marriage and Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA, MS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Turn Challenges into Triumphs I don’t see the challenges you face as defining you. Instead, I view them as opportunities to discover your strengths and build the skills to overcome what's holding you back—now and in the future. My approach is genuine, informal, and collaborative. I strive to truly understand you by listening closely, asking the right questions, and ensuring I capture your perspective. In our sessions, you'll find focused attention, professional insights, and a mix of openness, enthusiasm, and encouragement. I also bring real-life examples and a touch of humor to keep our work engaging and impactful.
Turn Challenges into Triumphs I don’t see the challenges you face as defining you. Instead, I view them as opportunities to discover your strengths and build the skills to overcome what's holding you back—now and in the future. My approach is genuine, informal, and collaborative. I strive to truly understand you by listening closely, asking the right questions, and ensuring I capture your perspective. In our sessions, you'll find focused attention, professional insights, and a mix of openness, enthusiasm, and encouragement. I also bring real-life examples and a touch of humor to keep our work engaging and impactful.
I have over 25 years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and couples in a variety of settings. My approach involves warmth, honesty, insight, compassion, and humor. My philosophy is grounded in the core Humanistic principles of genuineness, empathy, and respect. Through my work, I have helped people from diverse backgrounds achieve improved health and move toward greater satisfaction in their lives and in themselves. I encourage individuals to tap into their own inherent strengths to find new, and more constructive, ways of navigating life's problems.
I have over 25 years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and couples in a variety of settings. My approach involves warmth, honesty, insight, compassion, and humor. My philosophy is grounded in the core Humanistic principles of genuineness, empathy, and respect. Through my work, I have helped people from diverse backgrounds achieve improved health and move toward greater satisfaction in their lives and in themselves. I encourage individuals to tap into their own inherent strengths to find new, and more constructive, ways of navigating life's problems.
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I’m passionate about helping people find relief, healing, and hope. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to carry the weight of anxiety, trauma, ADHD, depression, or grief, and how these struggles can interfere with daily life, relationships, and even the way you see yourself. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you don’t have to go through those challenges alone.
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I’m passionate about helping people find relief, healing, and hope. I understand how overwhelming it can feel to carry the weight of anxiety, trauma, ADHD, depression, or grief, and how these struggles can interfere with daily life, relationships, and even the way you see yourself. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you don’t have to go through those challenges alone.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 23+ years of experience in a variety of mental health settings. I presently offer online individual and couples therapy for adults residing in California. My style is interactive, collaborative, and supportive.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 23+ years of experience in a variety of mental health settings. I presently offer online individual and couples therapy for adults residing in California. My style is interactive, collaborative, and supportive.
Are you feeling like you need a little professional help in sorting out a bothersome problem or issue? I help clients to manage anxiety, depression, self-doubt, life changes, and more with compassion and a positive outcome. You will feel more integrated in mind, brain, and body to manage yourself and achieve the life you want for yourself.
Are you feeling like you need a little professional help in sorting out a bothersome problem or issue? I help clients to manage anxiety, depression, self-doubt, life changes, and more with compassion and a positive outcome. You will feel more integrated in mind, brain, and body to manage yourself and achieve the life you want for yourself.
You may be someone who appears to be doing well on the outside while privately feeling anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or unsure of yourself. Perhaps you are successful in work or school, dependable for the people around you, and accustomed to pushing through difficult experiences—but something still feels unresolved.
You may be someone who appears to be doing well on the outside while privately feeling anxious, exhausted, disconnected, or unsure of yourself. Perhaps you are successful in work or school, dependable for the people around you, and accustomed to pushing through difficult experiences—but something still feels unresolved.
Psychotherapy is about building relationships. In seeking a therapist, it's important to find one who "gets you"; is able to understand your unique way of relating to the world and to others in your life. My goal is to be accepting of who you are, to help you better understand patterns in your life that are holding you back. I seek to create an environment where you can develop trust, feel safe, respected, cared for. Psychotherapy can be scary and requires a commitment on the part of both the therapist and the client. Although the road is sometimes painful, we travel through it together.
Psychotherapy is about building relationships. In seeking a therapist, it's important to find one who "gets you"; is able to understand your unique way of relating to the world and to others in your life. My goal is to be accepting of who you are, to help you better understand patterns in your life that are holding you back. I seek to create an environment where you can develop trust, feel safe, respected, cared for. Psychotherapy can be scary and requires a commitment on the part of both the therapist and the client. Although the road is sometimes painful, we travel through it together.
Collective Liberation, Couples, Queer, Neurodivergence, Sexuality, Gender, Self-Esteem, Adult Parent/Child, Childhood Trauma, Narcissistic Abuse, Postpartum, Poly, Anxiety, Existential Grief. Life is a wild ride. There are conflicting feelings, beliefs and stories that we tell ourselves and that are told to us. Navigating the systems of the external world along with our internal and relational worlds is often overwhelming, exhausting and painful. Relating spaciously and curiously with differing parts of self and excavating old narratives can help in honoring all of who we are and invite permission to create and relate in new ways.
Collective Liberation, Couples, Queer, Neurodivergence, Sexuality, Gender, Self-Esteem, Adult Parent/Child, Childhood Trauma, Narcissistic Abuse, Postpartum, Poly, Anxiety, Existential Grief. Life is a wild ride. There are conflicting feelings, beliefs and stories that we tell ourselves and that are told to us. Navigating the systems of the external world along with our internal and relational worlds is often overwhelming, exhausting and painful. Relating spaciously and curiously with differing parts of self and excavating old narratives can help in honoring all of who we are and invite permission to create and relate in new ways.
Life comes with a lot of challenges and adversity that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Maybe you're noticing that you complain a lot about feeling stressed, tired, and unfulfilled or you know you'd be happier if you made changes but it feels too difficult. It’s possible to feel better. My clients discover that it's possible to manage their difficult feelings and be more engaged in their relationships. With over ten years of experience, I work with people who want to make changes in their lives, learn healthy coping strategies, heal past trauma, and improve their relationships with others.
Life comes with a lot of challenges and adversity that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Maybe you're noticing that you complain a lot about feeling stressed, tired, and unfulfilled or you know you'd be happier if you made changes but it feels too difficult. It’s possible to feel better. My clients discover that it's possible to manage their difficult feelings and be more engaged in their relationships. With over ten years of experience, I work with people who want to make changes in their lives, learn healthy coping strategies, heal past trauma, and improve their relationships with others.
I am a clinical psychologist with an affectionate heart for therapy. Beyond my doctoral training, I received years of advanced therapy training from the best trainers in the field. Since 2007, I have worked with an exceptionally wide range of cultural backgrounds and therapy needs, ranging from brief adjustment issues to serious mental illness. Many of my clients have told me that they appreciate my way of accurately understanding them and their situation, my ability to point out the core human experience in a way that that really stays on their mind, and my presence as a human being that provides warm support.
I am a clinical psychologist with an affectionate heart for therapy. Beyond my doctoral training, I received years of advanced therapy training from the best trainers in the field. Since 2007, I have worked with an exceptionally wide range of cultural backgrounds and therapy needs, ranging from brief adjustment issues to serious mental illness. Many of my clients have told me that they appreciate my way of accurately understanding them and their situation, my ability to point out the core human experience in a way that that really stays on their mind, and my presence as a human being that provides warm support.
Do you want to create a more respectful and meaningful relationship with yourself? To live closer to your values, examine the cultural factors that create pain in our lives, heal unhelpful patterns, and explore your life from a grounded spiritual perspective? If so, I may be the right therapist for you. I can help you deepen your spiritual understanding of life and expand your creative and intuitive abilities as you grow, and as you change what isn't working anymore. In my practice, I primarily use IFS (Internal Family Systems).
Do you want to create a more respectful and meaningful relationship with yourself? To live closer to your values, examine the cultural factors that create pain in our lives, heal unhelpful patterns, and explore your life from a grounded spiritual perspective? If so, I may be the right therapist for you. I can help you deepen your spiritual understanding of life and expand your creative and intuitive abilities as you grow, and as you change what isn't working anymore. In my practice, I primarily use IFS (Internal Family Systems).
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA
20+
Average cost per session
$195
Therapists in Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA who prioritize treating:
| 100% | Anxiety |
| 100% | Social Anxiety |
| 100% | Health Anxiety |
| 100% | Driving Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 75% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 75% | Stress |
Average years in practice
20 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 44% | Aetna |
| 44% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 44% | Carelon Behavioral Health |
How Therapists in Diamond Heights, San Francisco, CA see their clients
| 50% | In Person and Online | |
| 50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 63% | Female | |
| 37% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Diamond Heights?
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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.
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.
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.