Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in San Francisco, CA
If you are looking to: find relief from constant worry, tune into your inner wisdom, build up your self-esteem and self-compassion, detach from perfectionism, challenge negative thinking that impacts your life and relationships, process childhood trauma, or process grief and loss.
If you are looking to: find relief from constant worry, tune into your inner wisdom, build up your self-esteem and self-compassion, detach from perfectionism, challenge negative thinking that impacts your life and relationships, process childhood trauma, or process grief and loss.
Are you tired of powering through anxiety and low mood, feeling stuck in repetitive relationship patterns, or struggling with your sense of identity? You don't have to face it alone.
Based in San Francisco, I provide a compassionate, affirming space for people looking to move beyond optimization culture and alleviate persistent burnout. Together, we will unravel the patterns holding you back, making sense of your world to foster real growth and deeper connections with yourself and others.
Developing the tools to have a strong relationship with ourselves and others is critical to our overall well being. Many of us aren't given the
Are you tired of powering through anxiety and low mood, feeling stuck in repetitive relationship patterns, or struggling with your sense of identity? You don't have to face it alone.
Based in San Francisco, I provide a compassionate, affirming space for people looking to move beyond optimization culture and alleviate persistent burnout. Together, we will unravel the patterns holding you back, making sense of your world to foster real growth and deeper connections with yourself and others.
Developing the tools to have a strong relationship with ourselves and others is critical to our overall well being. Many of us aren't given the
As a therapist trained in CBT, DBT, and ACT, I draw from evidence-based modalities to tailor our work to your specific needs and goals.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be feeling anxious or down, struggling with motivation, or noticing that life doesn’t feel as enjoyable as it once did. You might be navigating a life transition, gently working through painful past experiences, or hoping to better understand and manage ADHD. You may also be a high-achieving professional weighed down by perfectionism, high self-expectations, or burnout. Whatever brings you here, give yourself credit for being open to learning more about yourself and making a change.
As a therapist trained in CBT, DBT, and ACT, I draw from evidence-based modalities to tailor our work to your specific needs and goals.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be feeling anxious or down, struggling with motivation, or noticing that life doesn’t feel as enjoyable as it once did. You might be navigating a life transition, gently working through painful past experiences, or hoping to better understand and manage ADHD. You may also be a high-achieving professional weighed down by perfectionism, high self-expectations, or burnout. Whatever brings you here, give yourself credit for being open to learning more about yourself and making a change.
I draw from ACT, CBT, DBT, somatic therapy, attachment-based work, and body-neutral approaches.
I work with adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — whether that shows up as anxiety, depression, body image concerns, disordered eating patterns, relationship challenges, or ongoing stress related to work, family, past trauma, or health. So many of the struggles we carry are shaped by pressures, past experiences, trauma, life stressors, and internal expectations that can quietly wear us down over time. You don’t have to be in crisis to seek support — if you’re feeling exhausted, unsure, or wanting something to change, that’s reason enough.
I draw from ACT, CBT, DBT, somatic therapy, attachment-based work, and body-neutral approaches.
I work with adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — whether that shows up as anxiety, depression, body image concerns, disordered eating patterns, relationship challenges, or ongoing stress related to work, family, past trauma, or health. So many of the struggles we carry are shaped by pressures, past experiences, trauma, life stressors, and internal expectations that can quietly wear us down over time. You don’t have to be in crisis to seek support — if you’re feeling exhausted, unsure, or wanting something to change, that’s reason enough.
Have you experienced abuse (e.g. physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, etc.) in the past and do the impacts of it seem to keep coming up in your relationships today? My name is Soy and I would like to help you find healing from your past. My approach to support you is through relationships; relationship with yourself, with others, and with me. I believe that relationships are at the core of our well-being and I will walk alongside you as we explore, challenge, and navigate strategies in your relationships that no longer serve you, and build on the ones that do, in an open, honest, and curious way.
Have you experienced abuse (e.g. physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, etc.) in the past and do the impacts of it seem to keep coming up in your relationships today? My name is Soy and I would like to help you find healing from your past. My approach to support you is through relationships; relationship with yourself, with others, and with me. I believe that relationships are at the core of our well-being and I will walk alongside you as we explore, challenge, and navigate strategies in your relationships that no longer serve you, and build on the ones that do, in an open, honest, and curious way.
My role as a therapist is to work with you collaboratively to address your needs, to guide you in understanding how your past experiences shape your present self; to help you in identifying your thought patterns and emotions that affect your behaviors; and to coach you so that you are equipped when dealing with different life challenges. I believe being in an equilibrium state is one of the keys to healthy well-being; however, we often face many challenges in our life that could easily lead to a disequilibrium. By working as a team, you will eventually be able to restore the balance and maintain a healthy well-being.
My role as a therapist is to work with you collaboratively to address your needs, to guide you in understanding how your past experiences shape your present self; to help you in identifying your thought patterns and emotions that affect your behaviors; and to coach you so that you are equipped when dealing with different life challenges. I believe being in an equilibrium state is one of the keys to healthy well-being; however, we often face many challenges in our life that could easily lead to a disequilibrium. By working as a team, you will eventually be able to restore the balance and maintain a healthy well-being.
Motherhood is beautiful. It’s also overwhelming. You love your baby—but some days you miss your old life. You’re grateful—yet exhausted. You want to enjoy this season—yet you feel anxious, guilty, or just… off. If this sounds familiar, you’re not broken. You’re in the middle of one of the biggest transitions of your life. I know—personally and professionally—that motherhood is not always how we imagined it would be. The joy can coexist with exhaustion, the love with moments of doubt, and the excitement with waves of anxiety.
Motherhood is beautiful. It’s also overwhelming. You love your baby—but some days you miss your old life. You’re grateful—yet exhausted. You want to enjoy this season—yet you feel anxious, guilty, or just… off. If this sounds familiar, you’re not broken. You’re in the middle of one of the biggest transitions of your life. I know—personally and professionally—that motherhood is not always how we imagined it would be. The joy can coexist with exhaustion, the love with moments of doubt, and the excitement with waves of anxiety.
Are you trying to figure out your next move in life? Are you in the midst of a break up or struggling to set boundaries with family? Perhaps you're contemplating whether to leave a job, but feeling overwhelmed, anxious, scared, stuck, or depressed? Maybe you don't even know what you're feeling, but you know that you don't feel good. Perhaps you're burned out, but can't place your finger on what is making you feel that way. I will help you to get to the core of these feelings and we will work together to get you in a place where you feel like you are in the driver's seat of your own life with a clear road map of where to go next.
Are you trying to figure out your next move in life? Are you in the midst of a break up or struggling to set boundaries with family? Perhaps you're contemplating whether to leave a job, but feeling overwhelmed, anxious, scared, stuck, or depressed? Maybe you don't even know what you're feeling, but you know that you don't feel good. Perhaps you're burned out, but can't place your finger on what is making you feel that way. I will help you to get to the core of these feelings and we will work together to get you in a place where you feel like you are in the driver's seat of your own life with a clear road map of where to go next.
Hi, I’m Elizabeth—thank you for your interest in my private practice. If you're reading this right now things are probably pretty tough. I can help. As a licensed psychologist, my number one goal is to help you feel better—full stop. The way we’ll do this is by moving at your pace to find out what is keeping you stuck, and then use a concrete treatment plan backed by research to get you feeling better. In my practice I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family challenges, as well as adults with ADHD. Previous clients have described my style as warm, disarming, down-to-earth, and affirming.
Hi, I’m Elizabeth—thank you for your interest in my private practice. If you're reading this right now things are probably pretty tough. I can help. As a licensed psychologist, my number one goal is to help you feel better—full stop. The way we’ll do this is by moving at your pace to find out what is keeping you stuck, and then use a concrete treatment plan backed by research to get you feeling better. In my practice I specialize in working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family challenges, as well as adults with ADHD. Previous clients have described my style as warm, disarming, down-to-earth, and affirming.
In my nearly 10 years of clinical experience, I have found utilizing a person-centered approach to treatment to be most effective. I believe we all have our own unique life and cultural experiences and strengths that we bring with us, and effective treatment should be individualized/tailored to the person, with consideration being given to those experiences. Gaining a better understanding of you, the challenges you are facing, and the goals and expectations you have for treatment will set the framework for determining the treatment approach that will be best suited to address your needs and help you achieve your established goals.
In my nearly 10 years of clinical experience, I have found utilizing a person-centered approach to treatment to be most effective. I believe we all have our own unique life and cultural experiences and strengths that we bring with us, and effective treatment should be individualized/tailored to the person, with consideration being given to those experiences. Gaining a better understanding of you, the challenges you are facing, and the goals and expectations you have for treatment will set the framework for determining the treatment approach that will be best suited to address your needs and help you achieve your established goals.
The therapeutic approaches I utilize include, but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
Hey, my name is Geraldo Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 125933. I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I help clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I also work with athletes who have experienced trauma and/or high stress. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
The therapeutic approaches I utilize include, but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.
Hey, my name is Geraldo Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 125933. I am licensed in California with 8 years of professional work experience. I help clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I also work with athletes who have experienced trauma and/or high stress. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
My approach is grounded in well-established, evidence-based psychological approaches including: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Change is an inevitable challenge we face, particularly when it is unexpected. Sometimes, this challenge can be difficult to cope with, and can develop into anxiety, depression, or stress-induced physiological symptoms. I enjoy helping people who are trying to adjust to change, whether it be at work or in their relationships. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I utilize a personalized approach to help you make the adjustments necessary to overcome stress and anxiety. I will work with you collaboratively to clarify your goals and find a treatment approach that will work best.
My approach is grounded in well-established, evidence-based psychological approaches including: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Change is an inevitable challenge we face, particularly when it is unexpected. Sometimes, this challenge can be difficult to cope with, and can develop into anxiety, depression, or stress-induced physiological symptoms. I enjoy helping people who are trying to adjust to change, whether it be at work or in their relationships. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I utilize a personalized approach to help you make the adjustments necessary to overcome stress and anxiety. I will work with you collaboratively to clarify your goals and find a treatment approach that will work best.
If you struggle with ADHD, trauma or anxiety and want to experience more joy and happiness, therapy and EMDR can help you feel better. Good psychotherapy can change your life and help release the grip of anxiety. After over twenty years in the field, I have found that difficult issues and past pain can be healed with the right treatment and connection to a knowledgeable clinician. Please don't hesitate to contact me.
If you struggle with ADHD, trauma or anxiety and want to experience more joy and happiness, therapy and EMDR can help you feel better. Good psychotherapy can change your life and help release the grip of anxiety. After over twenty years in the field, I have found that difficult issues and past pain can be healed with the right treatment and connection to a knowledgeable clinician. Please don't hesitate to contact me.
We specialize in treatments that are known to help make a difference, including cognitive-behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy.
We combine our knowledge of these treatments with an understanding of each client’s needs and identities to develop a treatment plan that is unique to each person.
We specialize in treatments that are known to help make a difference, including cognitive-behavior therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy.
We combine our knowledge of these treatments with an understanding of each client’s needs and identities to develop a treatment plan that is unique to each person.
I will treat you with respect and compassion, combining mindfulness with therapeutic modalities which can include cognitive behavioral, somatic, parts work, psychodynamic and others.
As your therapist, I create an environment for you to feel safe to explore fears, challenges and your deepest desires. I'm here to empower you! I'll offer a variety of techniques and collaborate with you in developing goals to co-create a therapeutic experience, facilitating healing and personal growth. I use an anti-oppression, disability justice framework and consider how ethnicity, class, gender, age, ability and sexuality intersect. My background as a community organizer for social justice informs my practice. I will tailor our work together to address your unique and specific needs and preferences.
I will treat you with respect and compassion, combining mindfulness with therapeutic modalities which can include cognitive behavioral, somatic, parts work, psychodynamic and others.
As your therapist, I create an environment for you to feel safe to explore fears, challenges and your deepest desires. I'm here to empower you! I'll offer a variety of techniques and collaborate with you in developing goals to co-create a therapeutic experience, facilitating healing and personal growth. I use an anti-oppression, disability justice framework and consider how ethnicity, class, gender, age, ability and sexuality intersect. My background as a community organizer for social justice informs my practice. I will tailor our work together to address your unique and specific needs and preferences.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist located in San Francisco, CA. My practice serves adults living anywhere in California or New York. I specialize in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, depression, and problems with relationships and adjustment during life transitions. I am currently accepting new patients for remote, weekday evening sessions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist located in San Francisco, CA. My practice serves adults living anywhere in California or New York. I specialize in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, depression, and problems with relationships and adjustment during life transitions. I am currently accepting new patients for remote, weekday evening sessions.
I want your nervous system to know the safety and care it deserves. Collectively, we’re facing tumultuous and unsettling times. If you feel overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or trapped in your thoughts due to anxiety—whether for personal or collective reasons, I’d love to support you with that.
I'll offer you a safe container to unpack the sociopolitical stress you may be experiencing, help you release negative beliefs, heal traumatic experiences, and support you in unlearning who you were conditioned to be in the context of your family and society so that you feel more at ease to live confidently and authentically.
I want your nervous system to know the safety and care it deserves. Collectively, we’re facing tumultuous and unsettling times. If you feel overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or trapped in your thoughts due to anxiety—whether for personal or collective reasons, I’d love to support you with that.
I'll offer you a safe container to unpack the sociopolitical stress you may be experiencing, help you release negative beliefs, heal traumatic experiences, and support you in unlearning who you were conditioned to be in the context of your family and society so that you feel more at ease to live confidently and authentically.
I encourage positive life changes through client centered therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy, unconditional positive regard, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and variety of other therapeutic approaches depending on your specific needs.
It is okay to not be okay! Whether it be depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexuality or life transitions, we can create a space for healing to begin.
I encourage positive life changes through client centered therapies, cognitive behavioral therapy, unconditional positive regard, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and variety of other therapeutic approaches depending on your specific needs.
It is okay to not be okay! Whether it be depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexuality or life transitions, we can create a space for healing to begin.
I've been Board Certified by the Academy of Cognitive Therapy as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist ( CBT).
Feeling out of control or out of Focus? Do ADHD related issues hold you or a loved one back from dreams and potential? Feelings of worry, confusion, anger, and sadness can make your relationships, parenting, work, or your education seem impossible or like plain torture. My passion is helping people tap into their their inherent worth and significance, while promoting growth. You CAN tackle the problems you have, and you have the power to promote well-being in yourself and in your relationships. Lets get to work, and see the results in your life: improvements in mood/ relationships/work and educational performance, and peace of mind.
I've been Board Certified by the Academy of Cognitive Therapy as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist ( CBT).
Feeling out of control or out of Focus? Do ADHD related issues hold you or a loved one back from dreams and potential? Feelings of worry, confusion, anger, and sadness can make your relationships, parenting, work, or your education seem impossible or like plain torture. My passion is helping people tap into their their inherent worth and significance, while promoting growth. You CAN tackle the problems you have, and you have the power to promote well-being in yourself and in your relationships. Lets get to work, and see the results in your life: improvements in mood/ relationships/work and educational performance, and peace of mind.
I work with people seeking to feel more fulfilled. Whether that be in work, intimate relationships, or more personally, you're wanting more out of life. It could be depression, anxiety, PTSD, or a combination of issues that seem to be blocking you from reaching that fulfillment, and you need help in understanding and overcoming these issues.
I work with people seeking to feel more fulfilled. Whether that be in work, intimate relationships, or more personally, you're wanting more out of life. It could be depression, anxiety, PTSD, or a combination of issues that seem to be blocking you from reaching that fulfillment, and you need help in understanding and overcoming these issues.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.