Adults Therapists in San Francisco, CA
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Elizabeth Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
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.
Scott Newcombe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
First of all, I want to congratulate you on making the decision to start therapy. Unlike what some people believe, that going to therapy implies that you are “weak”, the exact opposite is true. Making the decision to actively look at your life and face and overcome the challenges you are facing takes courage and strength. I specialize in working with mid to high-functioning, young
adults
/
adults
, and it is a true pleasure to see more and more people who embrace the idea that therapy is a healthy, proactive way to learn to listen to their heart and take steps to make changes and create lives that they will truly enjoy.
Cecilia (Ceci) Walken
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Ceci (she/her). I am passionate about working with
adults
who have ADHD. I especially enjoy working with
adults
who were not diagnosed in childhood and have been struggling to understand why their goals and dreams are often just out of reach.
Priscille Schwarcz-Besson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I work with a diverse population of
adults
of all ages with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and trauma.
Whether you are facing transitional or deeply rooted challenges, psychotherapy is a powerful way to regain balance, and bring back meaning and a sense of purpose in your life. You might find yourself at a time when you feel stuck, struggling with various difficulties. It is my goal to support you in uncovering patterns that no longer serve you and in fostering new experiences to support your own growth.
John Andonakakis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience. I work with
adults
who are struggling with challenging life transitions, repercussions of traumatic experience, challenges with emotional regulation, relationships, and concerns related to psycho-spiritual development. I am proud to serve the LGBT and straight communities. I accept Tele-therapy referrals.
Suresh Chacko
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It's not easy to navigate life's challenges and uncertainties, especially when we feel like we're going through them alone. If you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I’d like to offer you a space where we can think and reflect together, and find a way through the difficulties you're facing. I work with adolescents and
adults
who are dealing with a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, histories of trauma, relationship issues, work or school stress, and low self-esteem. I also have a particular interest in helping clients explore and understand difficulties related to cultural identity.
San Francisco, CA 94102
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Tara Griffith Baker @ Wellspace
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Hello! I'm Tara, and my job is to empower people to become the best version of themselves. I provide therapy and life coaching services and am particularly passionate about working with the specific challenges faced by young
adults
living in Bay Area. My clients will tell you that I'm accepting, interactive and humorous. I believe deeply in the power of positivity and personal connection. My specialty areas include: life transitions, navigating your 20's/30's (quarter-life crises), self-esteem, body image, disordered eating, anxiety , stress management, dating and relationships, healthy communication, and entrepreneurial stress.
Alison Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Since 2005, I have been providing treatment to
adults
with co-occurring addictions and trauma as well as support to individuals through bereavement and major life changes.
Whether you're trying to fight anxiety and depression, beat addictions or if you have struggled through a traumatic experience, there are techniques that can provide relief from symptoms and challenge negative ways of thinking, improve your relationships and your experiences at work. If you are ready to develop new skills and strategies to break free from what is holding you back from your goals, then let me use my professional experience to partner with you in realizing your potential for healing and growth.
Geetali Chitre
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with
adults
and couples in psychotherapy private practice.
Life can be very overwhelming and lonely at times. When this feels too much to deal with alone, psychotherapy can be a place to have someone else see your struggles and help you bear them. I believe that through a meaningful relationship, we can work together to help you understand why you are suffering and how you can have more options for relating to yourself and others. For couples, being in a relationship itself can feel impossible. Through allowing in a third person to witness your dynamics and understand both members of the couple, it can be easier to communicate with each other.
Crystal Jimenez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Jimenez enjoys working with
adults
and currently sees patients in San Francisco and via telemedicine across the state of California.
Dr. Crystal Jimenez is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in chronic pain management, behavioral medicine, adjustment to chronic health conditions and related life stressors. She has experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns, including generalized anxiety, depression, stress reduction, life transitions. Dr. Jimenez’s approach is culturally sensitive, evidence-based, and strengths-based, integrating CBT, mindfulness, and values-based interventions to help patients learn effective skills to increase connection, change, and empowerment in their lives.
Pacific Marriage & Family Therapy Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Find your best therapist match with us! We are highly skilled, diverse, well-trained and inclusive therapists. We empower you to live the life you want and do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to care. Additional benefits include a concierge billing service for PPO insurance and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekday and weekend mornings, afternoons, and evenings. We work with children, teens, and
adults
of all ages as individuals, couples, and families.
Amelia Rada
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Welcome! I bring a deep sensitivity and nurturing approach to my therapy practice. I believe that we become who we truly are in a safe, welcoming, and loving environment -- free from judgement and imposed expectation. Working with me you can expect to feel unconditionally seen for who you are, and safely encouraged to explore the most challenging parts of your life. My experience is in working with individuals, families, young
adults
, and adolescents. I focus on working with life transitions, relationship challenges, identity, self-esteem, career hurdles, anxiety, depression, panic disorders, and early childhood trauma.
Allison Broennimann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with
adults
across the lifespan.
Therapy is about helping you with your unique challenges. Supporting you over the short or long term. My primary goal includes offering hope and a safe space in which to explore difficulties and solutions. Obstacles can vary over the lifespan, and many different types of symptoms or events can change your ability to manage your relationships or work stress levels.
Antonia Servat
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome, I'm honored that you are viewing this page and discovering whether I might be a good fit for you. I have worked extensively with children, families,
adults
, and couples and am experienced in the areas of anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, attachment, matters related to self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transition issues. I provide Individual, Couples & Family Therapy services and have worked with clients aged 4 and up since 2010. My approach is Strength-based, viewing my clients as the experts in their own lives. I utilize CBT techniques for skill building and Play Therapy techniques with children.
Not accepting new clients
Peggy Feld
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with
adults
and couples of all ages who are experiencing interpersonal distress; intense or erratic moods; struggling with behaviors that cause stress or conflict; or who have experienced great loss or a change in health.
Therapy is self-care. Whether you wish to attend to long-standing issues or deal with unexpected life events, you have the opportunity in therapy to learn how to reassert control over your heart, mind and body; to treat yourself with love and respect; and to add meaning and depth to relationships. My style is very open, warm, and flexible. I will collaborate with you to meet your individual needs and provide the space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Nina (Anin) Utigaard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, REAT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I work with
adults
, individually, as well as, couples counseling.
Taking the first step to get in and talk to a therapist about concerns that are holding you back or creating challenges is not easy. But it can really make a difference. The issues or concerns you have may be preventing you from moving forward or from having fulfilling relationships, career or a satisfying life. Whether it's communication problems, anger, anxiety, or depression, you can make changes. Using verbal and non-verbal therapeutic techniques, in a safe, accepting environment, you can find new ways to face your concerns, and discover your strengths and resources to flourish and grow.
Melissa Pumper
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing virtual therapy for
adults
in California. I can help you process stressful experiences, such as trauma, abuse, life changes, pregnancy and postpartum, relational conflict, burnout, and loss. We can work together to help you feel less anxious, depressed, and stuck, and more peaceful, empowered, and connected. We can help you feel more like yourself again.
Cristina Mariscal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in supporting
adults
, older teens, and couples facing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, intergenerational/ historical traumas, grief/loss, depression and anxiety. I provide support from a multicultural lens, taking into account physical, mental, spiritual, emotional wounds. My work is deeply rooted in empowering and supporting individuals on their journey of healing. I sit alongside them as they mend emotional/behavioral wounds and uncover inner strengths, insight and increase awareness about themselves.
Waitlist for new clients
Josh Rothenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide psychotherapy for individual
adults
and adolescents, offering therapeutic support and interventions which are tailored to the unique needs and personalities of those whom I am fortunate to serve. Working from a disciplined eclectic perspective, I collaborate with my patients to discover new and more helpful ways to cope with life's challenges and work towards their goals and aspirations. Whether the work is short- or long-term in nature, my approach is grounded in the belief that every person deserves and benefits most from a course of treatment which is individually tailored to their specific strengths and challenges.
Paul W. Thomas
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked extensively with older
adults
as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community.
My style is personal, collaborative, and responsive to your needs. I start from the premise that you are the expert on yourself. You have the innate ability to uncover, identify, explore, and ultimately change unwanted or problematic thoughts or behaviors.
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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.
What type of therapist is right for me?
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, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
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.
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.
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.