First Responders Therapists in San Francisco, CA
My clinical work focuses on supporting men's mental health, first responders, addiction recovery, trauma treatment, as well as assessment or therapy for ADHD and Autism.
My approach is informed by current research in neuroscience. I strive to help individuals understand the complexities of their presenting issue from a neurobiological perspective, develop the ability to effectively manage stressors, and to promote autonomy and resiliency.
My clinical work focuses on supporting men's mental health, first responders, addiction recovery, trauma treatment, as well as assessment or therapy for ADHD and Autism.
My approach is informed by current research in neuroscience. I strive to help individuals understand the complexities of their presenting issue from a neurobiological perspective, develop the ability to effectively manage stressors, and to promote autonomy and resiliency.
Life can be hard, and we’re not meant to do it alone. I welcome clients wherever they are in life, and work collaboratively to create a space that supports growth and healing. With connection to your inner strengths, we will address what has brought you into therapy and make a plan that fits you. Many come to me for help navigating challenges with relationships with others, or within themselves. Others are facing anxiety, depression, grief, the weight of unprocessed trauma, or seek to heal attachment wounds. Some folks just feel the pull to try therapy, and I welcome that too. Whatever your reason, I warmly invite you to reach out.
Life can be hard, and we’re not meant to do it alone. I welcome clients wherever they are in life, and work collaboratively to create a space that supports growth and healing. With connection to your inner strengths, we will address what has brought you into therapy and make a plan that fits you. Many come to me for help navigating challenges with relationships with others, or within themselves. Others are facing anxiety, depression, grief, the weight of unprocessed trauma, or seek to heal attachment wounds. Some folks just feel the pull to try therapy, and I welcome that too. Whatever your reason, I warmly invite you to reach out.
I believe that we heal and grow together. What brings us together? With therapy, it starts when you decide you want support because of how you are feeling, changes you want to make, circumstances you face, problems in relationships, or losses you grieve. Maybe you are feeling sad, anxious, distracted or stuck. Maybe old coping patterns are causing new problems. Maybe you are burned out from work, caregiving, activism, or oppression. Maybe you need more support. I have over twenty years of experience helping people cope with stress, trauma, grief, panic, anxiety, depression, relationships, neurodivergence, and TBI.
I believe that we heal and grow together. What brings us together? With therapy, it starts when you decide you want support because of how you are feeling, changes you want to make, circumstances you face, problems in relationships, or losses you grieve. Maybe you are feeling sad, anxious, distracted or stuck. Maybe old coping patterns are causing new problems. Maybe you are burned out from work, caregiving, activism, or oppression. Maybe you need more support. I have over twenty years of experience helping people cope with stress, trauma, grief, panic, anxiety, depression, relationships, neurodivergence, and TBI.
Are you a hot mess - or does life just feel like one right now?
You’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in chaos, and unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes. You want support, clarity, and practical tools — and a space that feels safe and judgment-free. You’re ready to face the hard stuff: old wounds, painful memories, unhelpful patterns. You want to feel more grounded, self-aware, and in control of your life. You don’t need someone to “fix” you — just someone to help you untangle the mess and walk with you toward something steadier, clearer, and more authentic.
Are you a hot mess - or does life just feel like one right now?
You’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in chaos, and unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes. You want support, clarity, and practical tools — and a space that feels safe and judgment-free. You’re ready to face the hard stuff: old wounds, painful memories, unhelpful patterns. You want to feel more grounded, self-aware, and in control of your life. You don’t need someone to “fix” you — just someone to help you untangle the mess and walk with you toward something steadier, clearer, and more authentic.
My priority is your well being. I take pride in delivering high-quality treatment, helping clients build a strong foundation for their mental health, giving them more control in their lives.
If you want to be seen, heard, known, and respected; If you need help navigating this time of instability; If you want to let go of burdens from the past; If feel you have no one else to talk to; I am here to help.
I offer a safe, supportive, confidential space where you can speak openly and without judgment. My work is grounded in compassion, discretion, and respect—recognizing that no one should carry challenges alone.
My priority is your well being. I take pride in delivering high-quality treatment, helping clients build a strong foundation for their mental health, giving them more control in their lives.
If you want to be seen, heard, known, and respected; If you need help navigating this time of instability; If you want to let go of burdens from the past; If feel you have no one else to talk to; I am here to help.
I offer a safe, supportive, confidential space where you can speak openly and without judgment. My work is grounded in compassion, discretion, and respect—recognizing that no one should carry challenges alone.
Welcome! If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, life's uncertainties, grief or struggling to find your footing in relationships and big decisions, then you're in the right place. I work with people who are carrying a lot and are ready for something to shift. This might also include childhood & trauma healing. Whether these struggles are long-standing or recently intensified, you don't have to navigate this alone.
Additionally, I have specific experience tailored to support those grieving the loss of a loved one or other aspect of life, navigating Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia, or dealing with other chronic health issues.
Welcome! If you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, life's uncertainties, grief or struggling to find your footing in relationships and big decisions, then you're in the right place. I work with people who are carrying a lot and are ready for something to shift. This might also include childhood & trauma healing. Whether these struggles are long-standing or recently intensified, you don't have to navigate this alone.
Additionally, I have specific experience tailored to support those grieving the loss of a loved one or other aspect of life, navigating Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia, or dealing with other chronic health issues.
Trauma does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone no matter their circumstances. Fortunately, there are also treatments that can help. In my 20 years of experience, I have born witness to the incredible resilience of individuals who have experienced trauma and firmly believe that recovery is possible. I have expertise in working with survivors of all forms of trauma including (but not limited to) service members, veterans, journalists (JTSN certificate), childhood abuse, chronic invalidation, developmental trauma, intergenerational trauma, immigration-related trauma, race-based trauma, and interpersonal violence.
Trauma does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone no matter their circumstances. Fortunately, there are also treatments that can help. In my 20 years of experience, I have born witness to the incredible resilience of individuals who have experienced trauma and firmly believe that recovery is possible. I have expertise in working with survivors of all forms of trauma including (but not limited to) service members, veterans, journalists (JTSN certificate), childhood abuse, chronic invalidation, developmental trauma, intergenerational trauma, immigration-related trauma, race-based trauma, and interpersonal violence.
Life is about maintaining balance in all aspects, through love. There is so much out there to learn and grow from, so why not have fun doing it? A little about me: I love going to CrossFit every morning. I am a huge nerd, constantly listening to audibles and/or podcasts such as Huberman Lab and non-fiction books. I enjoy being outdoors: snowboarding, motorcycle/dirt biking, hiking, any movement &traveling. My parents are from Peru, so I visit there often. Tambien hablo español! Therapy can help your understanding of where your emotions come from connecting the past to the present, and decreasing the intensity by making sense of it.
Life is about maintaining balance in all aspects, through love. There is so much out there to learn and grow from, so why not have fun doing it? A little about me: I love going to CrossFit every morning. I am a huge nerd, constantly listening to audibles and/or podcasts such as Huberman Lab and non-fiction books. I enjoy being outdoors: snowboarding, motorcycle/dirt biking, hiking, any movement &traveling. My parents are from Peru, so I visit there often. Tambien hablo español! Therapy can help your understanding of where your emotions come from connecting the past to the present, and decreasing the intensity by making sense of it.
My passion and dedication to this work lies in that asking for help is not a sign of weakness. Everyone at some point in their life has had some frictions or challenges and need support to get through those times. Welcoming clients to tell their stories, histories, and important aspects of life is specific to how we work on resolving and reducing suffering.
My passion and dedication to this work lies in that asking for help is not a sign of weakness. Everyone at some point in their life has had some frictions or challenges and need support to get through those times. Welcoming clients to tell their stories, histories, and important aspects of life is specific to how we work on resolving and reducing suffering.
Find your best therapist match with us! We're a diverse, highly-trained, and inclusive team of therapists helping you to live the life you want. We build supportive, compassionate, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients, so you feel safe to grow and heal. To enhance your experience, we offer concierge billing for PPO insurance and flexible scheduling, including weekday, evening, and weekend appointments. We work with children, teens, and adults, providing therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Find your best therapist match with us! We're a diverse, highly-trained, and inclusive team of therapists helping you to live the life you want. We build supportive, compassionate, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients, so you feel safe to grow and heal. To enhance your experience, we offer concierge billing for PPO insurance and flexible scheduling, including weekday, evening, and weekend appointments. We work with children, teens, and adults, providing therapy for individuals, couples, and families. We support clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
I have immediate availability for new clients seeking expert support for sexual concerns, intimacy challenges, and relationship issues throughout California via telehealth.
If you're feeling disconnected, from your partner, your sexuality, or even yourself, you're not alone. Many people I work with come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they can't quite name, carrying shame or frustration around intimacy, communication, or desire. Whether you're navigating sexual concerns, relationship struggles, or simply want to build deeper, more authentic connections, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where all parts of you are welcome.
I have immediate availability for new clients seeking expert support for sexual concerns, intimacy challenges, and relationship issues throughout California via telehealth.
If you're feeling disconnected, from your partner, your sexuality, or even yourself, you're not alone. Many people I work with come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they can't quite name, carrying shame or frustration around intimacy, communication, or desire. Whether you're navigating sexual concerns, relationship struggles, or simply want to build deeper, more authentic connections, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where all parts of you are welcome.
In my practice, I help people process and release traumas with an integrative and holistic approach. Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma can show up differently in everyone and is not always as obvious as you'd think. You might find yourself in a rough season of life where your normal coping tools are not bringing you relief. Or maybe you are noticing old memories or feelings coming back that are starting to preoccupy you and negatively affect your relationships and overall functioning.
In my practice, I help people process and release traumas with an integrative and holistic approach. Anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma can show up differently in everyone and is not always as obvious as you'd think. You might find yourself in a rough season of life where your normal coping tools are not bringing you relief. Or maybe you are noticing old memories or feelings coming back that are starting to preoccupy you and negatively affect your relationships and overall functioning.
My clients are usually first or second generation immigrant or higher education, they may be navigating family, work/life balance, and/or life transitions. The bulk of my experience has been serving young professionals from marginalized communities who identify as BIPOC and members of the queer community. Some themes that come up with my clients are codependency, enmeshment, family challenges, non-profit industrial complex, microaggressions both professionally and casually, and relationship challenges.
My clients are usually first or second generation immigrant or higher education, they may be navigating family, work/life balance, and/or life transitions. The bulk of my experience has been serving young professionals from marginalized communities who identify as BIPOC and members of the queer community. Some themes that come up with my clients are codependency, enmeshment, family challenges, non-profit industrial complex, microaggressions both professionally and casually, and relationship challenges.
Life has a way of making us forget our confident and calm selves. Stress spins us out. Fears grow into monsters. Anxiety steals us from our own peace and happiness. Relationships slip away. We suffer from the hurt and trauma inflicted by people, family, culture, power, religion, or even ourselves. It becomes too much, and we feel like falling apart.
Life has a way of making us forget our confident and calm selves. Stress spins us out. Fears grow into monsters. Anxiety steals us from our own peace and happiness. Relationships slip away. We suffer from the hurt and trauma inflicted by people, family, culture, power, religion, or even ourselves. It becomes too much, and we feel like falling apart.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
For as long as you can remember, life’s been a struggle. You learned early on that it was safest to stay small, quiet, and not make a fuss. As you got older, you found yourself repeating these same patterns in your relationships, enduring a string of toxic partners because you don’t believe you deserve any better. All the while, you keep a smile on your face. You take on more and more responsibility, spreading yourself perilously thin, hiding your feelings behind a successful facade. It’s exhausting, but it’s easier than facing the truth; that every day you feel more anxious, trapped, and disconnected. Something has to change.
For as long as you can remember, life’s been a struggle. You learned early on that it was safest to stay small, quiet, and not make a fuss. As you got older, you found yourself repeating these same patterns in your relationships, enduring a string of toxic partners because you don’t believe you deserve any better. All the while, you keep a smile on your face. You take on more and more responsibility, spreading yourself perilously thin, hiding your feelings behind a successful facade. It’s exhausting, but it’s easier than facing the truth; that every day you feel more anxious, trapped, and disconnected. Something has to change.
Welcome. If you are seeking relief from anxiety, the effects of Traumatic life events, or are on a Spiritual journey to live life from the place of your True Self, I am committed to helping you get there. I am warm and compassionate, dedicated to creating a therapeutic relationship where you can build on your strengths and overcome barriers. Whether you've experienced or witnessed abuse, neglect, violence, grief, natural or man-made disasters, major life changes, or more, we can work toward healing.
Welcome. If you are seeking relief from anxiety, the effects of Traumatic life events, or are on a Spiritual journey to live life from the place of your True Self, I am committed to helping you get there. I am warm and compassionate, dedicated to creating a therapeutic relationship where you can build on your strengths and overcome barriers. Whether you've experienced or witnessed abuse, neglect, violence, grief, natural or man-made disasters, major life changes, or more, we can work toward healing.
Hi, I’m David Marquez, LCSW — therapist, emotional detective, and fluent speaker of both English, Spanish, and “What are we really fighting about?”
As a Latino therapist, I’m especially passionate about serving LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples — whether you’re monogamous, ethically nonmonogamous, open, or somewhere thoughtfully in between. Relationships are complicated enough without shame, judgment, or having to explain your identity before you can even start the work. Here, you don’t have to.
Hi, I’m David Marquez, LCSW — therapist, emotional detective, and fluent speaker of both English, Spanish, and “What are we really fighting about?”
As a Latino therapist, I’m especially passionate about serving LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals and couples — whether you’re monogamous, ethically nonmonogamous, open, or somewhere thoughtfully in between. Relationships are complicated enough without shame, judgment, or having to explain your identity before you can even start the work. Here, you don’t have to.
I sit with adolescents, adults, and couples, supporting them on their journey toward change and self-discovery. The people I work with tend to carry a sense of significant responsibility while often feeling alone in their struggles. I have a particular area of focus with anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, addiction, complex diagnoses, and relationship issues.
I sit with adolescents, adults, and couples, supporting them on their journey toward change and self-discovery. The people I work with tend to carry a sense of significant responsibility while often feeling alone in their struggles. I have a particular area of focus with anxiety, PTSD, grief and loss, addiction, complex diagnoses, and relationship issues.
I specialize in working with individuals in high-stress, high-responsibility roles such as physicians, first responders, executives, athletes, lawyers, and educators.
My approach centers on helping clients develop flexible, sustainable coping strategies that ease distress and foster long-term well-being and personal growth.
I specialize in working with individuals in high-stress, high-responsibility roles such as physicians, first responders, executives, athletes, lawyers, and educators.
My approach centers on helping clients develop flexible, sustainable coping strategies that ease distress and foster long-term well-being and personal growth.
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