Therapists in Mission, San Francisco, CA
Will Lipsenthal
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Whatever you’re experiencing, I hope to walk the line of being a support to you in your experience and by your side, while also, empathetically being a source of information that can provide evidence based practices as well as an experiential framework to help you get what you want. I plan on taking an awareness-based approach. I want to build your awareness so you can make more informed decisions. I want to co-create an environment that allows you to bring your whole self to therapy so that you can heal and grow.
Whatever you’re experiencing, I hope to walk the line of being a support to you in your experience and by your side, while also, empathetically being a source of information that can provide evidence based practices as well as an experiential framework to help you get what you want. I plan on taking an awareness-based approach. I want to build your awareness so you can make more informed decisions. I want to co-create an environment that allows you to bring your whole self to therapy so that you can heal and grow.
Jane Paul
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Jane Paul (she/her), LMFT 25754. I believe it's a tremendous gift to witness people healing as they implement changes in their lives that bring satisfaction, serenity, and growth. I utilize a recovery model based on spiritual principles integrated with coping skills informed by mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and a trauma-informed approach. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse and dependency recovery, family recovery, codependency, and personal transformation.
Jane Paul (she/her), LMFT 25754. I believe it's a tremendous gift to witness people healing as they implement changes in their lives that bring satisfaction, serenity, and growth. I utilize a recovery model based on spiritual principles integrated with coping skills informed by mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and a trauma-informed approach. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse and dependency recovery, family recovery, codependency, and personal transformation.
Jo Sopko
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, RDT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
* ADULTS: I work with issues of loss, stress, anxiety, depression, abuse, sex addiction, spiritual guidance, and developmental life changes.* CHILDREN: I invite their stories that may be troubled due to emotional and academic issues. Through play, art and sand tray, I address issues of divorce, traumatic losses, abuse, adoption, bullying and low self esteem that may be affecting your children. * COUPLES: My passion is to help the couple find a yet unknown way to a compassionate, loving, open communicative relationship; to become vulnerable to the pain and wounds of each other's soul.
* ADULTS: I work with issues of loss, stress, anxiety, depression, abuse, sex addiction, spiritual guidance, and developmental life changes.* CHILDREN: I invite their stories that may be troubled due to emotional and academic issues. Through play, art and sand tray, I address issues of divorce, traumatic losses, abuse, adoption, bullying and low self esteem that may be affecting your children. * COUPLES: My passion is to help the couple find a yet unknown way to a compassionate, loving, open communicative relationship; to become vulnerable to the pain and wounds of each other's soul.
Pilar Dellano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94103
It may seem a world away and yet here you are; On the brink of a new day, in which courageous, interdependent, and radical connection to the life you’ve always wanted, is only an email away.
It may seem a world away and yet here you are; On the brink of a new day, in which courageous, interdependent, and radical connection to the life you’ve always wanted, is only an email away.
Emily G. Barrett
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
Do you want to create a more respectful and meaningful relationship with yourself? To live closer to your values, heal old and 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.
Do you want to create a more respectful and meaningful relationship with yourself? To live closer to your values, heal old and 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.
Elizabeth Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Not accepting new clients
Hello, I have 22 years experience working with clients collaboratively, am empathic and non-judgmental and provide a safe space where you can work with a culturally sensitive therapist. I am fluent in Spanish; bilingual and bicultural. I have worked with children, teens, adults and families and have worked extensively with those impacted by violence and abuse as well as those dealing with trauma and other family issues. I provide bereavement and grief services to adults and children. I also have experience in providing psychosocial assessments for UVisa and political asylum applications as well as hardship assessments.
Hello, I have 22 years experience working with clients collaboratively, am empathic and non-judgmental and provide a safe space where you can work with a culturally sensitive therapist. I am fluent in Spanish; bilingual and bicultural. I have worked with children, teens, adults and families and have worked extensively with those impacted by violence and abuse as well as those dealing with trauma and other family issues. I provide bereavement and grief services to adults and children. I also have experience in providing psychosocial assessments for UVisa and political asylum applications as well as hardship assessments.
Niki Khanna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
I take a very straightforward, yet warm and non-judgmental approach to my work. I offer client-centered therapy with an emphasis on helping individuals reach wholeness and authenticity. I do not believe I can be an authority on anyone else’s experience, but I might be able to offer a perspective that helps someone see their life in another way. We can explore together not just the thoughts you are having, but also the way you relate to others and the way you relate to your body and what it expresses.
I take a very straightforward, yet warm and non-judgmental approach to my work. I offer client-centered therapy with an emphasis on helping individuals reach wholeness and authenticity. I do not believe I can be an authority on anyone else’s experience, but I might be able to offer a perspective that helps someone see their life in another way. We can explore together not just the thoughts you are having, but also the way you relate to others and the way you relate to your body and what it expresses.
Aparna Bell
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
I work with individuals suffering from depression, substance abuse issues, anxiety, relationship problems, co-dependency, stress and other problems. I can help you develop coping skills and gain greater insight into core issues that may be impeding your success and happiness. I provide a safe space to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings with warmth and compassion. We all struggle at times and need help from others. Therapy can help you heal and find self acceptance and a more fulfilling life. We can't control the things that happen to us but we can find ways of moving forward in a healthy way with support and guidance.
I work with individuals suffering from depression, substance abuse issues, anxiety, relationship problems, co-dependency, stress and other problems. I can help you develop coping skills and gain greater insight into core issues that may be impeding your success and happiness. I provide a safe space to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings with warmth and compassion. We all struggle at times and need help from others. Therapy can help you heal and find self acceptance and a more fulfilling life. We can't control the things that happen to us but we can find ways of moving forward in a healthy way with support and guidance.
Karen Dias
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Not accepting new clients
I am an experienced clinical psychologist providing short and long-term psychotherapy to adults. My specialties include relationship and interpersonal difficulties, identity issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, mood and emotion dysregulation, sexuality, and struggles with marginalization and social injustice. I use a sociocultural and trauma-focused lens in my work.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist providing short and long-term psychotherapy to adults. My specialties include relationship and interpersonal difficulties, identity issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, mood and emotion dysregulation, sexuality, and struggles with marginalization and social injustice. I use a sociocultural and trauma-focused lens in my work.
Dr. Josie Valderrama
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Life is a cycle of learning, healing, growth. Feeling stymied or creatively blocked? I am a psychologist & creative coach who may be able to help. Do you know what you want & can't seem to get there? I know what it feels like to be frustrated, bogged down or confused. Take that courageous and momentum-building first step! Support greater insight, fulfillment & peace of mind via expert counseling for your heroic journey. An energized collaboration involving compassionate psychoeducation, talk therapy & experiential processes. Say yes to mindfulness, transcending self-limiting beliefs, and transforming challenges into breakthroughs.
Life is a cycle of learning, healing, growth. Feeling stymied or creatively blocked? I am a psychologist & creative coach who may be able to help. Do you know what you want & can't seem to get there? I know what it feels like to be frustrated, bogged down or confused. Take that courageous and momentum-building first step! Support greater insight, fulfillment & peace of mind via expert counseling for your heroic journey. An energized collaboration involving compassionate psychoeducation, talk therapy & experiential processes. Say yes to mindfulness, transcending self-limiting beliefs, and transforming challenges into breakthroughs.
Catherine Singstad, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mission, 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.
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
I am licensed Clinical Psychologist who is trained using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Seeking Safety and Motivational Interviewing. It is my intention in therapy to develop a collaborative atmosphere to develop a treatment approach that fits the needs of the individual to improve quality of life.
I am licensed Clinical Psychologist who is trained using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Seeking Safety and Motivational Interviewing. It is my intention in therapy to develop a collaborative atmosphere to develop a treatment approach that fits the needs of the individual to improve quality of life.
Rebecca Wilson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
I am a trauma-informed therapist and use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other mindfulness-based, experiential, emotion-focused approaches that will help you cultivate self-compassion and acceptance, and process past negative experiences. My style is warm, engaging, and open. I work with traumas such as illness, loss, assaults, birth trauma, car accidents, and war. I also specialize in working with anxious attachment styles. I help individuals overcome relationship issues, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, work stress, and unresolved grief.
I am a trauma-informed therapist and use Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other mindfulness-based, experiential, emotion-focused approaches that will help you cultivate self-compassion and acceptance, and process past negative experiences. My style is warm, engaging, and open. I work with traumas such as illness, loss, assaults, birth trauma, car accidents, and war. I also specialize in working with anxious attachment styles. I help individuals overcome relationship issues, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, work stress, and unresolved grief.
Anna H McDonald
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
If you're doing mostly well, but have recently discovered that something is off, you might work well with me. I am passionate about carefully excavating til we find what's causing the disruption under the surface. If you have things that happened in your childhood or earlier adult life that you don't talk about, we might work well together. I am passionate about helping people who have experienced deep wounding from difficult experiences. I understand that healing is not linear, and that you might need a guide to find your way.
If you're doing mostly well, but have recently discovered that something is off, you might work well with me. I am passionate about carefully excavating til we find what's causing the disruption under the surface. If you have things that happened in your childhood or earlier adult life that you don't talk about, we might work well together. I am passionate about helping people who have experienced deep wounding from difficult experiences. I understand that healing is not linear, and that you might need a guide to find your way.
Kayla Haberern
Counselor, MA, LPCC, R-DMT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
Welcome to Feet in the Sand Holistic Therapy! Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, a child, or your family, this can be a very difficult process, so I honor your wisdom and your steps in your healing journey. With many years of experience, I specialize in working with infants and children, and pregnant and postpartum women. I deeply care about you as a client and my heart is truly in this work.
Welcome to Feet in the Sand Holistic Therapy! Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, a child, or your family, this can be a very difficult process, so I honor your wisdom and your steps in your healing journey. With many years of experience, I specialize in working with infants and children, and pregnant and postpartum women. I deeply care about you as a client and my heart is truly in this work.
Sabrina Rayner
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Together we'll co-create a space to share the feelings, thoughts, and desires that can feel difficult to say out loud let alone to another person. We'll go even deeper and explore why and how this affects you. Change can feel so scary that we'd rather not do anything different. You are not alone, together we can move through the cycle of feeling stuck to connect with personal growth and joy. Somatic therapy includes the body in a reflective process that can build a sense of wholeness. It's a place to cultivate awareness and acceptance of ourselves, our challenges, and our happiness.
Together we'll co-create a space to share the feelings, thoughts, and desires that can feel difficult to say out loud let alone to another person. We'll go even deeper and explore why and how this affects you. Change can feel so scary that we'd rather not do anything different. You are not alone, together we can move through the cycle of feeling stuck to connect with personal growth and joy. Somatic therapy includes the body in a reflective process that can build a sense of wholeness. It's a place to cultivate awareness and acceptance of ourselves, our challenges, and our happiness.
Eve Kupferman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
I believe that therapy can help you feel more connected to yourself and those around you, freer to pursue your goals, and more alive. My approach is to provide a warm supportive environment so you can feel comfortable and able to speak about whatever is distressing you. I like to work collaboratively, exploring both the past and the present, to figure out what is preventing you from feeling more fulfilled. Together, we will develop strategies to remove these obstacles.
I believe that therapy can help you feel more connected to yourself and those around you, freer to pursue your goals, and more alive. My approach is to provide a warm supportive environment so you can feel comfortable and able to speak about whatever is distressing you. I like to work collaboratively, exploring both the past and the present, to figure out what is preventing you from feeling more fulfilled. Together, we will develop strategies to remove these obstacles.
Jackson Doyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
As a psychotherapist with a decade of experience in hospitals, primary care clinics, and the broader public health system, I have experience with a wide range of issues and with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
As a psychotherapist with a decade of experience in hospitals, primary care clinics, and the broader public health system, I have experience with a wide range of issues and with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Jana Gottfried
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Hello, my name is, Jana Gottfried, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am passionate about helping people work through issues around anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life challenges. I work with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, issues of grief, life transitions, and issues around chronic illnesses. My therapeutic approach is with cognitive behavioral therapy because CBT gives you concrete tools to gain more control over your emotions and work through issues. I also use mindfulness, creative visualization exercises, to learn how to trust your own intuition and emotions.
Hello, my name is, Jana Gottfried, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am passionate about helping people work through issues around anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life challenges. I work with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, issues of grief, life transitions, and issues around chronic illnesses. My therapeutic approach is with cognitive behavioral therapy because CBT gives you concrete tools to gain more control over your emotions and work through issues. I also use mindfulness, creative visualization exercises, to learn how to trust your own intuition and emotions.
Jordan Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
Hello! I am currently only offering sessions via Telehealth (online video) across the state of California. For clients who live in northern CA, I only accept/take Kaiser Nor-Cal. I welcome motivated individuals who are ready to go on a journey of healing, self-discovery, & personal growth. I have a strong passion working with college students, adults, & the older adult/elderly community. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress or working on your self-esteem, anger management, or communication skills, I am here to create a safe, comfortable, & non-judgmental environment for you to open up & be vulnerable.
Hello! I am currently only offering sessions via Telehealth (online video) across the state of California. For clients who live in northern CA, I only accept/take Kaiser Nor-Cal. I welcome motivated individuals who are ready to go on a journey of healing, self-discovery, & personal growth. I have a strong passion working with college students, adults, & the older adult/elderly community. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress or working on your self-esteem, anger management, or communication skills, I am here to create a safe, comfortable, & non-judgmental environment for you to open up & be vulnerable.
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Number of Therapists in Mission, San Francisco, CA
500+
Average cost per session
$195
Therapists in Mission, San Francisco, CA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
74% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
70% | Grief |
69% | Life Transitions |
68% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Aetna |
61% | Anthem | Elevance |
57% | Health Net |
How Therapists in Mission, San Francisco, CA see their clients
52% | Online Only | |
48% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
71% | Female | |
27% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
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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.