Therapists in South Of Market, San Francisco, CA

I welcome individual adults, parenting couples and teens into my private practice. My clients often wish to discuss improving their mood, increasing performance at work/school, identifying problems in relationships, exploring their gender identity and establishing healthy screen time/social media habits. With all clients, my initial goal is to offer a safe, non-judgemental space in which we can discover what facets of life most impact them, and how. The goal of my therapies is always to unravel with clients how they arrived in the stressful circumstances they currently inhabit, and how to work on reducing emotional pain.

We all endure challenges and hardships, from small wounds to larger traumas. Therapy should be a safe space to explore the parts of your life that are causing distress - a place to integrate different parts of your self, to gain self-awareness, and to process difficult things.

I work with you to meet your needs and goals, whether that’s space to process, or a launchpad to get organized and reengaged in your life. I use both evidence-based and wholistic methods, gathered from two decades of therapeutic work. I especially value mindfulness, experiential, humanistic, and strength-based traditions. I stay present and attuned to what comes up in the moment with you, engaging collaboratively.

Feeling anxious or depressed is a reasonable reaction to the unreasonable levels of stress that young people deal with. My work is aimed at helping you make sense of your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I'm not here to tell you that you need to change. You might have behaviors you want to change, and I will support and assist for sure, but it's important that you know that your core self is whole and loveable, just the way you are. The work in therapy is about going from knowing that to believing it in your bones.

Are you a parent looking for support for your young child, family, marriage, or relationship? Are you a parent/caregiver who is not sure if your child is showing signs of anxiety, stress, depression, or behavioral challenges? Or maybe you, your partner, or your relationship is needing some support. If so, I would love to help!

I have 20 years of experience with diverse populations of all ages. I am a trauma informed somatic psychotherapist. I utilize relational inquiry to explore disruptions in body, mind, emotions and spirit, a depth process that allows for the experience of insight, positive shifts, integration and embodied transformation of suffering caused by negative, internal states, patterns and distorted beliefs of early environmental &/or relational failure. I invite the journey of uncovering one's true self with safety, self-regulation, mindful self-inquiry, an expansion of agency and life affirming realizations that promote healing and growth.

I specialize in working with young adults ages 16-30 as they navigate the exciting, yet often stressful transitions within early adulthood. Many of my clients have experienced trauma and find that this impacts their relationships, school, work, and general sense of self. This can lead to feelings of sadness, anxiety, low self-esteem, and difficulty trusting yourself. These feelings can impact all relationships, but many encounter challenges when dating and getting involved in romantic relationships, as they may experience attachment concerns, intimacy challenges, and difficulty choosing good partners.

Clinical psychologist that takes a relational and interactive approach aimed at improving the relationships we have with ourselves, others, and one's environment. I have extensive experience related to women's health issues (fellowship/residence completed at Kaiser's OB/GYN department), the interaction between one's psychological and biological health (integrated behavioral health specialist), trauma, loss, end-of-life issues, depression and panic/anxiety disorders, as well as couples and individual communication effectiveness. Trained in multiple treatment models, I take an integrative approach to aid in one's emotional well-being.

Children and families today are facing unprecedented stressors and complexities that can lead to conflict, anxiety and depression. However, timely responsive intervention can build resilience; enhance family wellbeing; and support healthy development. I work with children from birth through adolescence both individually or within their caregiving relationships to recognize inherent strengths and to develop new skills needed to cope with challenges when they arise . I also provide family therapy, parent consultation and support, and consultation to schools.

Life used to be easier! Perhaps you feel stuck in your relationships and you are not getting along with the people you see daily. Issues in life can be overwhelming and full of challenges. I begin by meeting you at your place of growth or healing, and whether trauma, abuse, grieving, recovery or life issues, we work together to overcome them. There is hope. Let me help you reach the goals and connections you deserve. With sensitivity and compassion, we work to determine what might be blocking your full potential and your feelings.

People usually seek me out because they’re having trouble managing some combination of stress, depression, and relationship issues. Sometimes, after a little digging, I discover that many of these same people have quietly endured trauma—life-altering tragedies like child abuse, emotional neglect, or sexual violence. Others underestimate the traumatic impact of emotional abuse, bullying, or navigating the challenges of social inequity and prejudice. This layering of traumas big and small is known as complex trauma.

In my practice, I enjoy meeting with a range of people in terms of age, demographics, and psychological needs. In addition to extensive training, I have many years of experience providing care for those in need here in the Bay Area. I also have specific expertise in the areas of trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I incorporate the well-researched areas of psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive-behavioral therapies into my work. As each person is different, I carefully tailor our work to your needs and your goals.

Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or as though you aren’t getting as much out of life as you’d like to? My belief is that life is about the pursuit of meaningful goals that excite us. I use a unique results-focused approach to help you close the gap between where you are now and where you REALLY want to be. I believe every individual deserves to be seen, heard, and empowered to live their fullest life.

Are you ready to invest in yourself? Are you aware of cycles and patterns in your life, and are you curious about why you may be stuck repeating them? If so, let's talk about the issues you've been struggling with but haven't been ready to address until now - things like anxiety and panic, depression, low self-esteem, high stress-levels, frustrating relationship dynamics, communication challenges, and exciting/difficult life transitions, to name a few.

We believe in everyone should be given access to the resources to set them for success. Many people with ADHD have been suffering from low work performance and strained relationships with coworkers. There’s even the potential of getting fired from work without knowing they have a mental disorder. That’s where we think Done can help and change one’s life in a meaningful way.

I am a teletherapist providing psychotherapy across the general Bay area, expanding across California. Are you feeling stuck? Sometimes not taking action highlights the familiarity in your situation, although it can be life interfering and soul-sucking. You might be a child of immigrant parents navigating various identities and juggling multiple roles, adjusting to parenthood, feeling stagnant or burnt out in your professional career, healing from a broken relationship or experiencing grief, suffering from imposter syndrome, or … you name it! We can find ways to help you make changes.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist located in Lower Pac Heights and have a passion for supporting people of various identities find space to explore their lived experiences. I have experience supporting adolescents, families and adults with issues of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, substance abuse, sexuality, gender identity development, grief/loss, and multi-generational trauma. I also work with a large number young adult and mid-life individuals facing career stress/fatigue and life challenges. I welcome clients who are motivated to take the first step toward personal healing.