Therapists in Parkside, San Francisco, CA

My intention is to empower you with tools for healing, change, and personal fulfillment. I provide a holistic approach that combines ancient traditions with evidenced based practices. I believe everyone has the wisdom with in themselves to know what is needed for healing and transformation. Courageously accepting an invitation to explore your unique path in this human experience can expand your view in seeing all the different ways you can show up for life.

Fostering a climate of emotional safety and trust is paramount. When a person feels safe being vulnerable, they can begin the work of healing and change.

“Tell me what you fear and I will tell you what has happened to you.” - D.W. Winnicott. A guiding principle of my therapy is linking the suffering of today to the root of why it is so painful. My interest and expertise has focused on: 1) Perinatal Mental Health (pregnancy, loss, infertility, and postpartum), 2) Couples Work (particularly grappling with issues of monogamy), and 3) Long-term Individual Psychotherapy (struggles with relationships, creativity, and being in touch with your true self). I believe in being Good Enough rather than striving to be the perfect (partner, parent, person).

Are you a man with problems at work, or your relationships? Do you want things to be different? Then you must do things differently. Usually we solve problems by our efforts, or with the support of friends and family. That is often best. Other times, professional guidance is required. If you want an experienced psychologist who is well informed, practical, compassionate, and collaborative, consider working with me. I am ready to help you help yourself. Just email to arrange a phone consultation without cost or obligation. Please note: I provide online therapy to California men only.

Greetings! My start point with counseling was personal, beginning with individual counseling and then couple counseling with my wife. It was very helpful and I decided I would like to help others as I was helped and have been doing so for over 30 years.

My name is Emily Johnson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I work with adults, specializing in relationship issues, grief, and managing anger. I use Emotionally Focused and Attachment Theory lenses to help you process pain and develop insight as well as incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused techniques to help you develop skills. I understand that therapy is an investment and I want to work with you to develop meaningful goals so that you get what you want out of therapy.

Are you feeling stuck and unhappy? Are you struggling in your work or family life? Do you want more from your relationships? If so, it might be time to reach out to a professional for help. Taking care of your mental health is a sign of self-compassion. It's the beginning of the healing process. Whether you choose to engage in Individual, Couple, or Family Therapy together we can find a way to restore a sense of hope and well-being. Please contact me for more information on how therapy can help you reach your goals.

Welcome, my fellow traveler. You are here, probably because you want to find calm amidst anxiety and stress, to claim inner peace from past wounds, to rekindle love and affection with your partner(s), to seek peace in your struggles with food, to discover pleasure with your body, or to get more clarity and acceptance about who you are. If any of the above rings a bell, I am here to support you wholeheartedly. Together, we navigate the challenges you face, not only transforming your life, but also breaking generational cycles, and fostering healing for future generations (if you choose to have them).

With more than 20 yrs as a life coach and now a clinical psychologist as well, I work with the elderly and their family members who are experiencing gerontological issues. This can be either within the family or in a residential setting. I work with couples in primary relationships with external issues that can include unemployment, substance abuse, parenting, as well as those specific to the relationship such as communication difficulties and maintaining a healthy sexual/intimate life. For individuals who are stuck in any area, together we'll identify the issues and how to resolve them.

My passion as a mental health clinician is an intentional one: To help navigate your wellness journey in a way that’s effective and authentic. I sincerely believe that no matter what we’ve been through we are in control of how we narrate our lives. It is my goal to help you find and accept your true self. Everyone’s path to recovery is different, which is why I help facilitate growth by creating custom treatment plans designed to reduce symptoms and stabilize mood. I use a comprehensive mental health model that addresses the whole person, including the physical, mental, emotional, and physiological aspects of each client.

Doris is a licensed therapist who has extensive experience working with a diverse population, including children, young adults, older adults, and Asian clients. She speaks Cantonese and conversational Mandarin. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centered.

Therapy is truly an odd place. It is a social, emotional, and mental experience unlike any other. You are plucked from your life and placed in a room or screen where the process and conversations revolve around you and your life. This can be daunting and debilitating, but also transformative, fascinating, and full of wonder and opportunity. Within therapy, I am drawn to your stories. In these stories are the richness and depth that make us human, an essential element to therapy. My priority and effort will be towards being with you in your story, and to create a space and a relationship that is for you and no one else.

Hi there! I am Dr. Nancy Doi, a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing therapy to a wide variety of clientele. I believe in approaching therapy with respect for the suffering each individual has experienced and the hopes of providing some relief from these difficult emotions and resulting behaviors. I hope to accomplish this through fostering a recognition of how these emotions may have served as necessary and helpful survival mechanisms in the past, but now may be impending growth and development.

My name is Gabriela Sanchez, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of outpatient experience treating various mental health concerns and needs. I provide short-term intensive psychotherapy for adults to help them navigate a range of emotional, behavioral, and social difficulties.

My experience encompasses working with all ages in private practice, as well as working in higher levels of care, including detox, residential, and intensive outpatient services. I have worked closely with addiction, trauma, personality disorders, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. My approach is warm and nurturing, utilizing psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and DBT skills. I apply a polyvagal perspective to assist my clients in understanding the physiological symptoms that often accompany trauma and anxiety.

My name is Renee Davis. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I enjoy working with couples and individuals. I specialize in sexual addiction, recovery, affair repair, depression, and anxiety. I am able to teach dialectical behavioral therapy to help balance mood and create a life worth living. I enjoy working with adults, who struggle with mood, dysregulation, relationship stress, and panic attacks. I particularly enjoy working with codependency and marital discord.

BRINK OF BREAKUP OR DIVORCE; INFIDELITY; PARTNER BETRAYAL; DECEPTION, LIES, SECRECY; NARCISSIST TRAITS; CODEPENDENCY; TOXIC LOVE ATTACHMENT: Can you bounce back and heal from partner infidelity or betrayal? Can you feel better and rebuild trust again? Can your relationship or marriage become stronger and more connected after the devastating discovery of infidelity and betrayal? ABSOLUTELY! Majority of relationships not only survive infidelity, but many relationships & marriages can become stronger and more intimate after undergoing infidelity couples counseling/coaching process with a competent couples therapist/counselor/coach.

My name is Chantal Stendardo, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with an extensive history of individual therapy, crisis intervention, marriage counseling, and family therapy, helping with issues such as depression, anxiety, family stress, trauma history, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and more. My therapeutic approach focuses on taking action, either by setting and accomplishing tasks, or improving insight and outlook. My approach varies based on individual need, however Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma-Informed therapy are the most common.

My name is Dineytra (pronounced Da-nay-tra) Lee-Perez, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. As a proud therapist who has a therapist, I am an advocate for the de-stigmatization and normalization of mental illness, and for the promotion of mental health awareness and education throughout all communities. Using an integrative approach, my goal is to help you improve your daily functioning and achieve the quality of life that you deserve.