Therapists in Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA
Hi! I'll start by saying that I am an LGTBQ+ ally, I believe in anti-racism and I value the importance of faith in people's lives. I work hard at creating a safe space for my clients. I recognize that the work to achieve cultural competency is in life long learning and I don't tire of learning.
Hi! I'll start by saying that I am an LGTBQ+ ally, I believe in anti-racism and I value the importance of faith in people's lives. I work hard at creating a safe space for my clients. I recognize that the work to achieve cultural competency is in life long learning and I don't tire of learning.
The decision to start psychotherapy is significant as it often means that you are suffering in some way or you've realized that what you have been doing is no longer working, and you are seeking change in your life. As your therapist, I will help you find meaning in the connections of your story and the patterns of your relationships, as well as discover and challenge your conflicts, assumptions and limitations. Through this exploration, you will be able to know yourself more deeply and live with more freedom, possibility, joy and self-understanding. My approach is collaborative, warm, and authentic.
The decision to start psychotherapy is significant as it often means that you are suffering in some way or you've realized that what you have been doing is no longer working, and you are seeking change in your life. As your therapist, I will help you find meaning in the connections of your story and the patterns of your relationships, as well as discover and challenge your conflicts, assumptions and limitations. Through this exploration, you will be able to know yourself more deeply and live with more freedom, possibility, joy and self-understanding. My approach is collaborative, warm, and authentic.
Kristina Scott
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
As children, and throughout our lives, many of us are taught, through our families, our peers and our culture, that parts of the truth of who we are—our feelings, thoughts, desires, expression or identity—are bad or wrong, and that we must cut off and bury those unacceptable parts of ourselves in order to be loved. We spend much of our lives living with a fractured sense of self, without ever really knowing why we suffer, feel incomplete, ashamed, and never enough, filling the holes in our hearts with poor substitutes for the acceptance, love and connection we so truly need.
As children, and throughout our lives, many of us are taught, through our families, our peers and our culture, that parts of the truth of who we are—our feelings, thoughts, desires, expression or identity—are bad or wrong, and that we must cut off and bury those unacceptable parts of ourselves in order to be loved. We spend much of our lives living with a fractured sense of self, without ever really knowing why we suffer, feel incomplete, ashamed, and never enough, filling the holes in our hearts with poor substitutes for the acceptance, love and connection we so truly need.
Carolyn H. Bray, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
In my 30+ years practicing psychotherapy, I have had extensive experience working with adults who are trying to adjust to the problems that life presents to us---a difficult childhood, trauma, anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, stress, working with a child who has a difficult mental illness, sexual abuse,couples' relationship struggles (heterosexual, gay, and lesbian), and grief from the loss of someone treasured. Always my treatment goal is to facilitate the improvement in the quality of life for each individual and to look for the creative aspect within the destruction. Healing is a natural process, but sometimes it is difficult to remember that fact.
In my 30+ years practicing psychotherapy, I have had extensive experience working with adults who are trying to adjust to the problems that life presents to us---a difficult childhood, trauma, anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, stress, working with a child who has a difficult mental illness, sexual abuse,couples' relationship struggles (heterosexual, gay, and lesbian), and grief from the loss of someone treasured. Always my treatment goal is to facilitate the improvement in the quality of life for each individual and to look for the creative aspect within the destruction. Healing is a natural process, but sometimes it is difficult to remember that fact.
Seeking therapy can often be a scary and confusing decision to make. If you are experiencing difficulties in life that seem overwhelming or you feel stuck in a rut, I can be the person that will join you on the path to figuring out what step to take next. My approach to therapy is integrative and I work collaboratively with my clients to create a treatment plan that is unique to each individual in order to promote growth.
Seeking therapy can often be a scary and confusing decision to make. If you are experiencing difficulties in life that seem overwhelming or you feel stuck in a rut, I can be the person that will join you on the path to figuring out what step to take next. My approach to therapy is integrative and I work collaboratively with my clients to create a treatment plan that is unique to each individual in order to promote growth.
Jane Walter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Let's face it, talking about sex can be uncomfortable but sexual concerns are actually common. As a compassionate, competent sex therapist, I can help you with: Problems with sexual desire, Wanting to experience orgasm, Erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, Painful intercourse, Sexual behaviors that are troubling to you, Rekindling sex after pregnancy/childbirth, Overcoming relationship and sexual problems associated with infertility and its treatment, Processing trauma and thriving after negative sexual experiences, Working through affairs, Sexual desire discrepancy concerns, Support in polyamorous relationships.
Let's face it, talking about sex can be uncomfortable but sexual concerns are actually common. As a compassionate, competent sex therapist, I can help you with: Problems with sexual desire, Wanting to experience orgasm, Erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, Painful intercourse, Sexual behaviors that are troubling to you, Rekindling sex after pregnancy/childbirth, Overcoming relationship and sexual problems associated with infertility and its treatment, Processing trauma and thriving after negative sexual experiences, Working through affairs, Sexual desire discrepancy concerns, Support in polyamorous relationships.
Roxanne Rafiepour
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
My practice is devoted to supporting children, teens, parents, and young adults in creating a life they find meaningful and can thrive in. My style is warm, and building a strong and trusting relationship will be essential in our work together. I strive to appreciate and understand you or your child’s unique story and struggles, offer insights on issues that might be beyond your awareness, and share adaptive tools in managing your life’s challenges.
My practice is devoted to supporting children, teens, parents, and young adults in creating a life they find meaningful and can thrive in. My style is warm, and building a strong and trusting relationship will be essential in our work together. I strive to appreciate and understand you or your child’s unique story and struggles, offer insights on issues that might be beyond your awareness, and share adaptive tools in managing your life’s challenges.
Sophia Reinders
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, REAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
Are you longing for healing, transformation or a more trusting sense of self and more fulfilling life? My approach to counseling and psychotherapy with individuals and couples is holistic, creative and embodied, within a framework of Jungian psychology and creative arts therapy. With 20 plus years of clinical experience, I welcome individuals and couples struggling with life transitions, relationships, family matters, career or low self-worth, or who suffer from anxiety, depression, loss and grieving, questions of meaning or their intimate sense of spirituality. Having grown up in France and Germany, I also enjoy working with those whose mother tongue is German or French.
Are you longing for healing, transformation or a more trusting sense of self and more fulfilling life? My approach to counseling and psychotherapy with individuals and couples is holistic, creative and embodied, within a framework of Jungian psychology and creative arts therapy. With 20 plus years of clinical experience, I welcome individuals and couples struggling with life transitions, relationships, family matters, career or low self-worth, or who suffer from anxiety, depression, loss and grieving, questions of meaning or their intimate sense of spirituality. Having grown up in France and Germany, I also enjoy working with those whose mother tongue is German or French.
Kelly Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
Relationships are challenging no matter what. They are especially difficult if you've had minimal guidance in learning healthy ways of dealing with conflict or asking for what you need. This lack of exposure to healthy ways of relating can show up in friendships, in a romantic relationship or at work through behaviors such as avoidance, accommodation or other ineffective actions. The result is disconnection and dissatisfaction. It is important to understand how you show up in relationship in order to make a healthy change. I am here to help you with this process.
Relationships are challenging no matter what. They are especially difficult if you've had minimal guidance in learning healthy ways of dealing with conflict or asking for what you need. This lack of exposure to healthy ways of relating can show up in friendships, in a romantic relationship or at work through behaviors such as avoidance, accommodation or other ineffective actions. The result is disconnection and dissatisfaction. It is important to understand how you show up in relationship in order to make a healthy change. I am here to help you with this process.
Charlotte Tilson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
Let's talk about how you can protect, build and maintain your well-being (or your child's). I serve women, teens and kids with a focus on the promotion of emotional well-being and psychological health. People come to my practice to better understand themselves, enhance their quality of life/relationships, manage stress/anxiety and become more skillful guardians of their mental health. By tending to your mental health you contribute to the well-being of the world.
Let's talk about how you can protect, build and maintain your well-being (or your child's). I serve women, teens and kids with a focus on the promotion of emotional well-being and psychological health. People come to my practice to better understand themselves, enhance their quality of life/relationships, manage stress/anxiety and become more skillful guardians of their mental health. By tending to your mental health you contribute to the well-being of the world.
Kathleen Dunbar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
Wholeness, Celebration, Joy, Dignity, Compassion are fundamental qualities of a life truly lived. Discovering who we are is our birthright. But we must walk our path to discover ourselves and go on the hero and heroine’s journey that asks us to step into the unknown, relinquish the things we know we must let go of and claim the truth we know is ours. By being our unique selves, our lives flourish and the world is a better place. Making your dreams come alive means being uniquely you. You’ll be able to say, This is my life, I’m taking it seriously and enjoying it! And yes, you can learn to say out loud and mean it: I love myself!
Wholeness, Celebration, Joy, Dignity, Compassion are fundamental qualities of a life truly lived. Discovering who we are is our birthright. But we must walk our path to discover ourselves and go on the hero and heroine’s journey that asks us to step into the unknown, relinquish the things we know we must let go of and claim the truth we know is ours. By being our unique selves, our lives flourish and the world is a better place. Making your dreams come alive means being uniquely you. You’ll be able to say, This is my life, I’m taking it seriously and enjoying it! And yes, you can learn to say out loud and mean it: I love myself!
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Are you finding it hard to express your needs in relationships or set boundaries with others? Do you often feel unworthy, putting others’ needs ahead of your own? You deserve to feel seen, heard, and understood, and that’s the core of our work together. I provide a collaborative approach tailored to your unique needs and goals, ensuring you receive the personalized support you deserve. Together, we’ll delve into your past and create a roadmap for positive change, empowering you to embrace your worth and build healthier connections.
Are you finding it hard to express your needs in relationships or set boundaries with others? Do you often feel unworthy, putting others’ needs ahead of your own? You deserve to feel seen, heard, and understood, and that’s the core of our work together. I provide a collaborative approach tailored to your unique needs and goals, ensuring you receive the personalized support you deserve. Together, we’ll delve into your past and create a roadmap for positive change, empowering you to embrace your worth and build healthier connections.
Kelly Clarke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
My approach to therapy would best be described as relational, intuitive, psychodynamic and transpersonal. My training is grounded in contemporary psychodynamic theory, though I draw upon and integrate many approaches.
My approach to therapy would best be described as relational, intuitive, psychodynamic and transpersonal. My training is grounded in contemporary psychodynamic theory, though I draw upon and integrate many approaches.
Lauren King
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
Many people come to therapy after reaching a certain breaking point. You've tried everything that's "supposed" to help - yoga, meditation, books, journaling. Maybe you seem to have it all together on the outside, but still feel unhappy, or stuck. If only you could just change -fill in the blank- everything would be better. The growth of social media has impacted how we view ourselves and community, leading to comparison and insecurity. We are conditioned through capitalism to feel somehow "never enough." We may feel behind our peers in dating, career, or friendships - creating isolation and uncertainty about what we want in life.
Many people come to therapy after reaching a certain breaking point. You've tried everything that's "supposed" to help - yoga, meditation, books, journaling. Maybe you seem to have it all together on the outside, but still feel unhappy, or stuck. If only you could just change -fill in the blank- everything would be better. The growth of social media has impacted how we view ourselves and community, leading to comparison and insecurity. We are conditioned through capitalism to feel somehow "never enough." We may feel behind our peers in dating, career, or friendships - creating isolation and uncertainty about what we want in life.
I treat adults as well as adolescents and children, most frequently through individual therapy. I also work with couples. I work with people with a wide range of problems and especially enjoy working with people experiencing anxiety in relationships or at work . I also enjoy working with people who are unhappy and don't know why, and people who are repeating self-defeating patterns they feel unable to change. Meeting with a well-trained and experienced therapist can be a powerful and effective way of strengthening one's confidence and developing a personal sense of control over one's life.
I treat adults as well as adolescents and children, most frequently through individual therapy. I also work with couples. I work with people with a wide range of problems and especially enjoy working with people experiencing anxiety in relationships or at work . I also enjoy working with people who are unhappy and don't know why, and people who are repeating self-defeating patterns they feel unable to change. Meeting with a well-trained and experienced therapist can be a powerful and effective way of strengthening one's confidence and developing a personal sense of control over one's life.
Perhaps you haven't been feeling quite like yourself lately, have noticed changes in your mood, or you are just feeling stuck. Maybe you could use support navigating a scary change in your life, or better understanding yourself or your relationships. You may be feeling overwhelmed adjusting to pregnancy or parenthood and seeking specialized support. Whatever brought you to this page today, know that you have already taken a brave step
Perhaps you haven't been feeling quite like yourself lately, have noticed changes in your mood, or you are just feeling stuck. Maybe you could use support navigating a scary change in your life, or better understanding yourself or your relationships. You may be feeling overwhelmed adjusting to pregnancy or parenthood and seeking specialized support. Whatever brought you to this page today, know that you have already taken a brave step
Why are you here? What is your purpose? How can you use your life experiences as a foundation to stand on? These are just some of the questions we will examine together in the healing process. Too often, our trauma controls our lives. It dictates how we think, who and what we allow into our lives, and how we treat ourselves. It defines our very significance.
Why are you here? What is your purpose? How can you use your life experiences as a foundation to stand on? These are just some of the questions we will examine together in the healing process. Too often, our trauma controls our lives. It dictates how we think, who and what we allow into our lives, and how we treat ourselves. It defines our very significance.
Amy Rice
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
In my San Francisco based private practice I focus on an array of issues including depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, parenting support, trauma, support for dads, relationship issues, substance abuse, transgender and gender non-binary support, and counseling for issues related to fertility including birth loss. Too often I work with individuals who have waited until the point of crisis to reach out for help, and relief can start much earlier. With empathy, sensitivity, and humor, my goal is to create a space in which to build the therapeutic relationship while cultivating a happier and healthier sense of self and wellbeing.
In my San Francisco based private practice I focus on an array of issues including depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, parenting support, trauma, support for dads, relationship issues, substance abuse, transgender and gender non-binary support, and counseling for issues related to fertility including birth loss. Too often I work with individuals who have waited until the point of crisis to reach out for help, and relief can start much earlier. With empathy, sensitivity, and humor, my goal is to create a space in which to build the therapeutic relationship while cultivating a happier and healthier sense of self and wellbeing.
I specialize in couples therapy and trauma. Many couples struggle with communication and come into therapy wanting to get out of escalation and better navigate conflict. I help couples feel more connected and attuned to one another. I also work with adults struggling with anxiety, eating disorders, depression, and trauma. I integrate the latest trauma therapy treatment approaches that go deeper than just traditional talk therapy. Including internal family systems and attachment focused EMDR.
I specialize in couples therapy and trauma. Many couples struggle with communication and come into therapy wanting to get out of escalation and better navigate conflict. I help couples feel more connected and attuned to one another. I also work with adults struggling with anxiety, eating disorders, depression, and trauma. I integrate the latest trauma therapy treatment approaches that go deeper than just traditional talk therapy. Including internal family systems and attachment focused EMDR.
Deirdre Sabow
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, DHP
Verified Verified
Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA 94118
In my practice, I integrate a range of evidence-based treatments and rebalancing modalities to best serve your needs. These include breath-work, mindfulness techniques, yoga, somatic work, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), depth hypnosis (like EMDR), hypnotherapy, coaching, dream analysis, plant medicine integration, meditation practices, and connecting to the higher self. I firmly believe that true health and wholeness can be achieved by fostering a holistic balance of the mind, body, and spirit.
In my practice, I integrate a range of evidence-based treatments and rebalancing modalities to best serve your needs. These include breath-work, mindfulness techniques, yoga, somatic work, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), depth hypnosis (like EMDR), hypnotherapy, coaching, dream analysis, plant medicine integration, meditation practices, and connecting to the higher self. I firmly believe that true health and wholeness can be achieved by fostering a holistic balance of the mind, body, and spirit.
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Number of Therapists in Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA
100+
Average cost per session
$210
Therapists in Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Relationship Issues |
| 89% | Depression |
| 80% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 69% | Grief |
| 64% | Family Conflict |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 63% | Aetna |
| 50% | Other |
| 34% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Presidio Heights, San Francisco, CA see their clients
| 75% | In Person and Online | |
| 25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 84% | Female | |
| 16% | Male |