Child Therapists in San Francisco, CA

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Stephen Lugar
Psychologist, PsyD
San Francisco, CA 94102
I provide a warm and supportive atmosphere for you or your child so that we can work together to make real and lasting changes in your life and relationships.
"Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it." Helen Keller. Those words have been a source of inspiration to me for years as a person and a psychotherapist. I have worked with many people who have been brave enough to try to understand and make changes to what they struggle with in life, and also to live life more fully, creatively, and lovingly.
I provide a warm and supportive atmosphere for you or your child so that we can work together to make real and lasting changes in your life and relationships.
"Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it." Helen Keller. Those words have been a source of inspiration to me for years as a person and a psychotherapist. I have worked with many people who have been brave enough to try to understand and make changes to what they struggle with in life, and also to live life more fully, creatively, and lovingly.
(415) 697-3176 View (415) 697-3176
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Amber Miller
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in working with children, teens, young adults, parents, and families who struggle with a wide range of mental health concerns.
I have extensive experience in helping children with behavioral and emotional challenges in learning better coping strategies to improve their functioning. I use a collaborative approach to guide patients and families in identifying problem behaviors & personal strengths, setting goals, and learning new strategies to lead more enriched lives.
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in working with children, teens, young adults, parents, and families who struggle with a wide range of mental health concerns.
I have extensive experience in helping children with behavioral and emotional challenges in learning better coping strategies to improve their functioning. I use a collaborative approach to guide patients and families in identifying problem behaviors & personal strengths, setting goals, and learning new strategies to lead more enriched lives.
(415) 649-4443 View (415) 649-4443
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Carrie Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114
Is your child struggling with self-esteem, behavior challenges, or anxiety and depression?
I use evidence-based practices, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have specialties in working with attachment/trauma, risky and oppositional behaviors stemming from multiple diagnoses or disorders, the complex issues that arise in foster care or post-adoption, and using a family systems treatment approach.
Is your child struggling with self-esteem, behavior challenges, or anxiety and depression?
I use evidence-based practices, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have specialties in working with attachment/trauma, risky and oppositional behaviors stemming from multiple diagnoses or disorders, the complex issues that arise in foster care or post-adoption, and using a family systems treatment approach.
(415) 969-9429 View (415) 969-9429
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Gregory Villalba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Francisco, CA 94115
I see children, adolescents, and adults in individual psychotherapy and psychoanalysis who are struggling with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, life cycle challenges, and trauma.
I've had experience with children and adolescents who have struggled with a variety of emotional, psychological and adjustment issues. I also have an interest in early childhood mental health and emotional development, and have practiced as a consultant in preschools where I've worked with teachers and parents of young children.
I see children, adolescents, and adults in individual psychotherapy and psychoanalysis who are struggling with a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, life cycle challenges, and trauma.
I've had experience with children and adolescents who have struggled with a variety of emotional, psychological and adjustment issues. I also have an interest in early childhood mental health and emotional development, and have practiced as a consultant in preschools where I've worked with teachers and parents of young children.
(415) 574-0974 View (415) 574-0974
Bay Area Center for Children
Psychologist, PsyD, MFT, MD
San Francisco, CA 94123
We at the Bay Area Center for Children love helping families and children of all ages through difficult times.
We also help families through a number of life transitions such as divorce, loss of a loved one, moving homes or schools, or traumatic experiences. We provide preventative services for parents looking to help give their kids the best possible environment through developing their attachment, working on parenting skills, or helping kids' social skills.
We at the Bay Area Center for Children love helping families and children of all ages through difficult times.
We also help families through a number of life transitions such as divorce, loss of a loved one, moving homes or schools, or traumatic experiences. We provide preventative services for parents looking to help give their kids the best possible environment through developing their attachment, working on parenting skills, or helping kids' social skills.
(415) 594-4717 View (415) 594-4717
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Yvette Weeks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With 10+ years as a therapist helping parents, children, adolescents, individuals and families succeed, I have dedicated my career to helping others find their inner resilience and capacity for growth.
The feeling of emotional pain, trauma, and parenting challenges can be incredibly tough, lonely and stressful. I understand that seeking therapy can require a lot of courage, and I want you to know that you are not alone in this process. It takes strength to take this step, and I am here to accompany you on your journey. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to lead a fulfilling life that is free from the burdens of the past, stress of the present, and the anxieties of the future.
With 10+ years as a therapist helping parents, children, adolescents, individuals and families succeed, I have dedicated my career to helping others find their inner resilience and capacity for growth.
The feeling of emotional pain, trauma, and parenting challenges can be incredibly tough, lonely and stressful. I understand that seeking therapy can require a lot of courage, and I want you to know that you are not alone in this process. It takes strength to take this step, and I am here to accompany you on your journey. My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to lead a fulfilling life that is free from the burdens of the past, stress of the present, and the anxieties of the future.
(909) 323-3286 View (909) 323-3286
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Denis Barron
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, NCC
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114
If anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges are overwhelming you or your child, reach out.
I have focused on working with individuals and families since 2005. When working with an individual, I use an approach rooted in CBT, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to help find true control. With families, I use an approach rooted in Structural Family Therapy to reach family goals through healthy boundaries, openm communication, and balance.
If anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges are overwhelming you or your child, reach out.
I have focused on working with individuals and families since 2005. When working with an individual, I use an approach rooted in CBT, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to help find true control. With families, I use an approach rooted in Structural Family Therapy to reach family goals through healthy boundaries, openm communication, and balance.
(628) 333-3613 View (628) 333-3613
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Rebecca Cole
Psychologist, PsyD
San Francisco, CA 94131
I coach parents on how to advocate for their children within the school setting.
I specialize in working with youth, young adults, and their families to close the gap between where they are and where they want to be in terms of their roles as students and the many identities they are taking on as they grow and develop. I use neuropsychology to establish habits that provide a baseline for managing stress and regulating energy. I apply CBT and other evidence-based practices to support mood management and develop the mindset necessary to achieve goals, and mindfulness and relaxation strategies to sustain behavior change. I facilitate advocacy with schools to reinforce behavior change in a supportive environment.
I coach parents on how to advocate for their children within the school setting.
I specialize in working with youth, young adults, and their families to close the gap between where they are and where they want to be in terms of their roles as students and the many identities they are taking on as they grow and develop. I use neuropsychology to establish habits that provide a baseline for managing stress and regulating energy. I apply CBT and other evidence-based practices to support mood management and develop the mindset necessary to achieve goals, and mindfulness and relaxation strategies to sustain behavior change. I facilitate advocacy with schools to reinforce behavior change in a supportive environment.
(341) 444-2101 View (341) 444-2101
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Antonia Servat
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
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.
In addition to direct client work, my professional experience includes being the Clinical Supervisor at North Marin Community Services, Director of Operations at the Masonic Center for Youth & Families and the Associate Director at the Youth Service Bureaus of the YMCA which all serve children & families by providing counseling & other supportive services.
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.
In addition to direct client work, my professional experience includes being the Clinical Supervisor at North Marin Community Services, Director of Operations at the Masonic Center for Youth & Families and the Associate Director at the Youth Service Bureaus of the YMCA which all serve children & families by providing counseling & other supportive services.
(415) 483-4819 View (415) 483-4819
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Caroline Siu Chui
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you looking for support for your child, family, or maybe you?
In supporting teens, and adults with emotional and behavioral challenges, I utilize a combination of Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Parent Coaching interventions, and DBT. I provide individual therapy for children and adults, child-parent therapy, and family therapy. I work mostly with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Are you looking for support for your child, family, or maybe you?
In supporting teens, and adults with emotional and behavioral challenges, I utilize a combination of Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Parent Coaching interventions, and DBT. I provide individual therapy for children and adults, child-parent therapy, and family therapy. I work mostly with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
(415) 941-5937 View (415) 941-5937
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Maria Lentzou
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, NTP
5 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
I work with children, teens and adults, in individual sessions and groups.
In my work with children: I help your child process the BIG feelings that affect negatively their behavior and I can help you improve your parenting skills. My goal is to facilitate your child's emotional wellbeing and cognitive development, help them gain better social skills, and support them in challenging transitions.
I work with children, teens and adults, in individual sessions and groups.
In my work with children: I help your child process the BIG feelings that affect negatively their behavior and I can help you improve your parenting skills. My goal is to facilitate your child's emotional wellbeing and cognitive development, help them gain better social skills, and support them in challenging transitions.
(415) 862-1656 View (415) 862-1656
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James Lacroce
Psychologist, PhD
San Francisco, CA 94114
I am experienced in addressing the challenges of both adults and children by drawing upon a few different theoretical perspectives to aid in helping individuals understand themselves, the origin of their problems, and how they can make changes in current life to feel happier.
I conduct psychological assessments to determine emotional and social needs of children and adolescents and help people with more complex problems such as Autism and anxiety disorders improve their ability to communicate thoughts and feelings in healthier ways. I also provide psychotherapy to address assertiveness and self-esteem issues.
I am experienced in addressing the challenges of both adults and children by drawing upon a few different theoretical perspectives to aid in helping individuals understand themselves, the origin of their problems, and how they can make changes in current life to feel happier.
I conduct psychological assessments to determine emotional and social needs of children and adolescents and help people with more complex problems such as Autism and anxiety disorders improve their ability to communicate thoughts and feelings in healthier ways. I also provide psychotherapy to address assertiveness and self-esteem issues.
(415) 938-5245 View (415) 938-5245
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Sonia Bello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Francisco, CA 94110
I am also trained in providing child-parent psychotherapy and have worked for many years with young children (0-5) and their families.
I am a bilingual bicultural Marriage & Family Therapist in the field of mental health for over 13 years. In my practice, I strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for individuals to explore and grow in desired areas. I work from a strength-based approach and I am passionate about empowering individuals and families to reach their full potential.
I am also trained in providing child-parent psychotherapy and have worked for many years with young children (0-5) and their families.
I am a bilingual bicultural Marriage & Family Therapist in the field of mental health for over 13 years. In my practice, I strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for individuals to explore and grow in desired areas. I work from a strength-based approach and I am passionate about empowering individuals and families to reach their full potential.
(415) 234-1637 View (415) 234-1637
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Angie N Branham
Psychologist, PhD
San Francisco, CA 94118
I have extensive experience working with adults and children as young as 3.
I also help struggling adults, drawing on 17 years' experience working with clients of all walks of life. Our therapy will be informed by my understanding of human development and the long-term impact of early experience, including early family relations, emotionally-troubled parents, trauma, and the spectrum of life experiences that leave lasting scars.
I have extensive experience working with adults and children as young as 3.
I also help struggling adults, drawing on 17 years' experience working with clients of all walks of life. Our therapy will be informed by my understanding of human development and the long-term impact of early experience, including early family relations, emotionally-troubled parents, trauma, and the spectrum of life experiences that leave lasting scars.
(510) 756-2426 View (510) 756-2426
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Michelle Copley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, JD, AMFT
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114
Now accepting child and teen clients for individual and family therapy.
I'm a child and teen therapist and parenting coach. I specialize in behavioral challenges, adolescence, parenting, and women’s issues. Whether addressing family dynamics, strengthening parent- child bonds, or supporting individual clients through times of difficulty, I provide tools to navigate challenges and create meaningful change.
Now accepting child and teen clients for individual and family therapy.
I'm a child and teen therapist and parenting coach. I specialize in behavioral challenges, adolescence, parenting, and women’s issues. Whether addressing family dynamics, strengthening parent- child bonds, or supporting individual clients through times of difficulty, I provide tools to navigate challenges and create meaningful change.
(628) 285-1662 View (628) 285-1662
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Kimberly Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I work with children, adolescents, families, and adults.
I imagine you found yourself here because there is something in your life you are seeking to overcome. I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to walk this journey alone. No matter what you’re going through, there is hope and change is possible. I honor and respect the strength and vulnerability it takes to seek help, to give pain space to heal, and to bravely step into growth. As a therapist, I truly love what I do and genuinely care about the people with whom I work. It’s my passion to come alongside others in the midst of their challenges and to help them live from a place of authenticity, empowerment, and self-awareness.
I work with children, adolescents, families, and adults.
I imagine you found yourself here because there is something in your life you are seeking to overcome. I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to walk this journey alone. No matter what you’re going through, there is hope and change is possible. I honor and respect the strength and vulnerability it takes to seek help, to give pain space to heal, and to bravely step into growth. As a therapist, I truly love what I do and genuinely care about the people with whom I work. It’s my passion to come alongside others in the midst of their challenges and to help them live from a place of authenticity, empowerment, and self-awareness.
(310) 868-2302 View (310) 868-2302
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Benjamin Russack
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MFA
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
In the short term, I am directive and structured, and will work with you, your spouse or your child to put out any "fires" --acute stressors such as job loss, divorce, heartbreak or addiction issues need to be resolved before the deeper work of therapy can begin.
I tend to be quite direct in my approach and begin therapy with a combination of focused goal and solution oriented work. As the therapy proceeds, I then branch out into deeper issues concerning the unconscious, dream work, unresolved trauma and more. Additionally, I specialize and am not limited to, treating depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. Lastly, I also enjoy working with adolescents, couples and families. ** I host a podcast called "Look, Just Tell Me What To Do" which addresses issues related to mental health which is available here https://lookjusttellmewhattodo.podbean.com/ or on most podcast platforms.
In the short term, I am directive and structured, and will work with you, your spouse or your child to put out any "fires" --acute stressors such as job loss, divorce, heartbreak or addiction issues need to be resolved before the deeper work of therapy can begin.
I tend to be quite direct in my approach and begin therapy with a combination of focused goal and solution oriented work. As the therapy proceeds, I then branch out into deeper issues concerning the unconscious, dream work, unresolved trauma and more. Additionally, I specialize and am not limited to, treating depression, anxiety and chemical dependency. Lastly, I also enjoy working with adolescents, couples and families. ** I host a podcast called "Look, Just Tell Me What To Do" which addresses issues related to mental health which is available here https://lookjusttellmewhattodo.podbean.com/ or on most podcast platforms.
(415) 735-3508 View (415) 735-3508
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James McCollum
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94117
I work with children, adolescents, families, and adults.
A good therapy session should feel emotional and immediate, yet grounded in the past so one can understand and feel old experiences in new ways. Sometimes there is laughter and sometimes there are tears. A good therapy session feels alive and satisfying.
I work with children, adolescents, families, and adults.
A good therapy session should feel emotional and immediate, yet grounded in the past so one can understand and feel old experiences in new ways. Sometimes there is laughter and sometimes there are tears. A good therapy session feels alive and satisfying.
(415) 423-2695 View (415) 423-2695
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Brooke Barnett
Psychologist, PsyD
San Francisco, CA 94118
In my private practice I work mainly with young children and families.
Through compassion, humor, and gentle challenge, I work to create a supportive environment to help individuals and families overcome temporary setbacks, heal old wounds, and change dysfunctional patterns. My areas of expertise include anxiety, interpersonal trauma, issues related to parenting, early childhood mental health, and disruptions in early attachment.
In my private practice I work mainly with young children and families.
Through compassion, humor, and gentle challenge, I work to create a supportive environment to help individuals and families overcome temporary setbacks, heal old wounds, and change dysfunctional patterns. My areas of expertise include anxiety, interpersonal trauma, issues related to parenting, early childhood mental health, and disruptions in early attachment.
(415) 423-1107 View (415) 423-1107
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Miranda Young
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MA, PPS
San Francisco, CA 94117
In my work with youth, I also gained experience and insight into the patterns we fall into as children/young adults (based on a multitude of events or traumas in our lives) and how these can later have an effect on our adult selves.
I believe that at the root of each of our individual selves is the desire to be and feel seen and valued for who we are - completely. There are many societal, historical, and familial barriers to this and I believe that looking introspectively at these obstacles and what is at the root of our presenting issues can greatly affect our well-being.
In my work with youth, I also gained experience and insight into the patterns we fall into as children/young adults (based on a multitude of events or traumas in our lives) and how these can later have an effect on our adult selves.
I believe that at the root of each of our individual selves is the desire to be and feel seen and valued for who we are - completely. There are many societal, historical, and familial barriers to this and I believe that looking introspectively at these obstacles and what is at the root of our presenting issues can greatly affect our well-being.
(415) 798-9548 View (415) 798-9548

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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in San Francisco, CA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in San Francisco build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.