First Responders Therapists in San Francisco, CA
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer fit who you’re becoming. Maybe you’re navigating identity, family pressure, relationship challenges, or the lasting impact of trauma. You want clarity, grounding, and a space where you can show up authentically without judgment. My ideal clients are LGBTQIA+ adults, trauma survivors, and individuals ready to understand their emotions, heal old wounds, and build healthier connections with themselves and others.
You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that no longer fit who you’re becoming. Maybe you’re navigating identity, family pressure, relationship challenges, or the lasting impact of trauma. You want clarity, grounding, and a space where you can show up authentically without judgment. My ideal clients are LGBTQIA+ adults, trauma survivors, and individuals ready to understand their emotions, heal old wounds, and build healthier connections with themselves and others.
Life can feel overwhelming. Especially when you’ve spent years holding it together. Whether you're navigating the weight of anxiety, deep sadness, insecurities, or the aftermath of trauma, you don’t have to do it alone. These symptoms aren’t flaws, they’re reflections of what you’ve survived. In therapy, we’ll create a space where you can finally exhale. A space to feel safe, seen, and supported as you reconnect with your voice, your boundaries, and your sense of self. Together, we’ll move toward healing with compassion and clarity, so you can live from a place that feels true.
Life can feel overwhelming. Especially when you’ve spent years holding it together. Whether you're navigating the weight of anxiety, deep sadness, insecurities, or the aftermath of trauma, you don’t have to do it alone. These symptoms aren’t flaws, they’re reflections of what you’ve survived. In therapy, we’ll create a space where you can finally exhale. A space to feel safe, seen, and supported as you reconnect with your voice, your boundaries, and your sense of self. Together, we’ll move toward healing with compassion and clarity, so you can live from a place that feels true.
Are you looking for holistic mental health care? Support that includes mind-body-spirit connection, informed care about trauma, disability justice, and neurodiversity, and exploration of relationship to self, loved ones, and community. Clients who are looking for understanding of greater sociopolitical context, identity development related to race, immigration status, gender and sexuality, culture, ability, and socioeconomic status.
Are you looking for holistic mental health care? Support that includes mind-body-spirit connection, informed care about trauma, disability justice, and neurodiversity, and exploration of relationship to self, loved ones, and community. Clients who are looking for understanding of greater sociopolitical context, identity development related to race, immigration status, gender and sexuality, culture, ability, and socioeconomic status.
You look like you have it all together, but inside you're overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or stuck. I work with high-achieving women navigating anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, relationship challenges, motherhood & post-partum challenges, and life transitions. Many of my clients are insightful and self-aware yet continue to struggle with the same patterns. Together, we create a supportive space to gain clarity, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships, and move toward lasting change and greater emotional well-being.
You look like you have it all together, but inside you're overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, or stuck. I work with high-achieving women navigating anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, relationship challenges, motherhood & post-partum challenges, and life transitions. Many of my clients are insightful and self-aware yet continue to struggle with the same patterns. Together, we create a supportive space to gain clarity, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships, and move toward lasting change and greater emotional well-being.
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We are located in California and Arizona. We accept most major California and Arizona insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We are located in California and Arizona. We accept most major California and Arizona insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
I work with many first responders, healthcare professionals, and others who carry a lot of responsibility.
I help my clients recognize, manage, and resolve symptoms of stress, burnout, trauma, and other life challenges. I offer practical, down-to-earth support focused on helping my clients find a new perspective on their situation, adjust to their life circumstances, and find a sense of inner strength and confidence for taking the next right step.
I work with many first responders, healthcare professionals, and others who carry a lot of responsibility.
I help my clients recognize, manage, and resolve symptoms of stress, burnout, trauma, and other life challenges. I offer practical, down-to-earth support focused on helping my clients find a new perspective on their situation, adjust to their life circumstances, and find a sense of inner strength and confidence for taking the next right step.
” Whether you're navigating military life, adapting across cultures as a first-generation immigrant, or facing the intergenerational impact of trauma, you're not looking for surface-level solutions.
I help self-aware adults move from survival to emotional freedom. Using EMDR, experiential therapy, and a culturally affirming approach, I support clients with complex trauma, military backgrounds, or immigrant roots to process pain, reconnect with themselves, and step into more authentic, embodied living.
” Whether you're navigating military life, adapting across cultures as a first-generation immigrant, or facing the intergenerational impact of trauma, you're not looking for surface-level solutions.
I help self-aware adults move from survival to emotional freedom. Using EMDR, experiential therapy, and a culturally affirming approach, I support clients with complex trauma, military backgrounds, or immigrant roots to process pain, reconnect with themselves, and step into more authentic, embodied living.
Feeling disconnected in your relationship or stuck in patterns that leave you feeling not good enough? If trauma, anxiety, or conflict are affecting your life or relationship, you’re not alone—and it can change.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD and 27+ years of experience, specializing in trauma, PTSD, and couples therapy. I help individuals and couples understand and break patterns that lead to emotional overwhelm, disconnection, and self-doubt.
Feeling disconnected in your relationship or stuck in patterns that leave you feeling not good enough? If trauma, anxiety, or conflict are affecting your life or relationship, you’re not alone—and it can change.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD and 27+ years of experience, specializing in trauma, PTSD, and couples therapy. I help individuals and couples understand and break patterns that lead to emotional overwhelm, disconnection, and self-doubt.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals and couples, with experience supporting military and law enforcement communities as well as hospice and bereavement care.
I help individuals and couples navigate trauma and grief with a supportive, grounded approach. I use person-centered therapy, along with experiential work, IFS, and EMDR to support deeper healing. Together, we’ll process difficult experiences, explore patterns, and build resilience toward meaningful change and healthier relationships.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals and couples, with experience supporting military and law enforcement communities as well as hospice and bereavement care.
I help individuals and couples navigate trauma and grief with a supportive, grounded approach. I use person-centered therapy, along with experiential work, IFS, and EMDR to support deeper healing. Together, we’ll process difficult experiences, explore patterns, and build resilience toward meaningful change and healthier relationships.
Hello! I have over 17 years of experience in the field of clinical social work. I received my Master of Social Work degree from State University of New York-Albany in 2005. I have been a licensed clinical social worker for many years and am currently licensed in CA and working to expand those states). I have extensive experience in working with those with trauma, mood disorders (anxiety, depression, grief) as well as those experiencing acute life stressors/changes. Please ignore the Rula profile. The is my main profile.
Hello! I have over 17 years of experience in the field of clinical social work. I received my Master of Social Work degree from State University of New York-Albany in 2005. I have been a licensed clinical social worker for many years and am currently licensed in CA and working to expand those states). I have extensive experience in working with those with trauma, mood disorders (anxiety, depression, grief) as well as those experiencing acute life stressors/changes. Please ignore the Rula profile. The is my main profile.
I strive to offer a warm, welcoming, authentic, exciting, and compassionate space for you to achieve the life you are dreaming about. Let’s get you there with a little help from a solution focused/trauma informed perspective. I understand how frustrating and challenging life can be and I make it my mission that all my clients leave feeling seen, heard, supported, empowered, and safe. I would be honored to share a portion of your journey in this life as your therapist and can’t wait to get started! Let’s do this!
I strive to offer a warm, welcoming, authentic, exciting, and compassionate space for you to achieve the life you are dreaming about. Let’s get you there with a little help from a solution focused/trauma informed perspective. I understand how frustrating and challenging life can be and I make it my mission that all my clients leave feeling seen, heard, supported, empowered, and safe. I would be honored to share a portion of your journey in this life as your therapist and can’t wait to get started! Let’s do this!
Now accepting new clients. I accept insurance.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or constantly trying to keep up? I work with individuals navigating stress, relationships, and life transitions, helping you understand patterns, build confidence, and feel more grounded so life feels more manageable and aligned.
Now accepting new clients. I accept insurance.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or constantly trying to keep up? I work with individuals navigating stress, relationships, and life transitions, helping you understand patterns, build confidence, and feel more grounded so life feels more manageable and aligned.
I have worked throughout the US and abroad in the military and civilian courts as a Forensic expert conducting Psychiatric examinations and expert testimony for the legal profession in government and private organizations.
Your treatment may not be the primary problem; It may be your diagnosis!.
Get the accuracy you need to confidently move forward with treatment.
I specialize in forensic and clinical testing, evaluations, and diagnosis.l perform expert evaluations for children, adults, and seniors to accurately uncover the problem and find a solution. I offer an affordable, quality service for a variety of mental health problems. My services are offered in person and nationally in most states via Telehealth.
J. Theodore Brown, Jr, Ph.D., H.S.P.P.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional
Telepsychology (APIT)
I have worked throughout the US and abroad in the military and civilian courts as a Forensic expert conducting Psychiatric examinations and expert testimony for the legal profession in government and private organizations.
Your treatment may not be the primary problem; It may be your diagnosis!.
Get the accuracy you need to confidently move forward with treatment.
I specialize in forensic and clinical testing, evaluations, and diagnosis.l perform expert evaluations for children, adults, and seniors to accurately uncover the problem and find a solution. I offer an affordable, quality service for a variety of mental health problems. My services are offered in person and nationally in most states via Telehealth.
J. Theodore Brown, Jr, Ph.D., H.S.P.P.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional
Telepsychology (APIT)
Dr. Clinae Watson strives to develop a meaningful and therapeutic relationship with you. She works from a cognitive behavioral/psychodynamic approach, where you can feel safe, heard, and empowered. Clinae specializes in working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. She provides individual and group therapy sessions as well
Dr. Clinae Watson strives to develop a meaningful and therapeutic relationship with you. She works from a cognitive behavioral/psychodynamic approach, where you can feel safe, heard, and empowered. Clinae specializes in working with individuals that experience anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. She provides individual and group therapy sessions as well
There is a way out.
Those who come to see me are often at a crossroads, frustrated at how they are trying to deal with problems and seeking workable strategies and solutions to cope.
Therapy is meant to be a space to feel welcome to talk about thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are problematic.
Understanding unhealthy behaviors, frustrations with life, and/or unsuccessful efforts to cope can help reveal the obstacles that may block your path to growth and desired outcomes. Why do we explore? So you can live a life YOU want to live!
There is a way out.
Those who come to see me are often at a crossroads, frustrated at how they are trying to deal with problems and seeking workable strategies and solutions to cope.
Therapy is meant to be a space to feel welcome to talk about thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are problematic.
Understanding unhealthy behaviors, frustrations with life, and/or unsuccessful efforts to cope can help reveal the obstacles that may block your path to growth and desired outcomes. Why do we explore? So you can live a life YOU want to live!
I have had the privilege of working extensively with members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as military personnel and their families.
My training includes a range of evidence-based therapies—CBT, DBT, ACT, psychoanalytic therapy, Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)—and I tailor my approach to fit your specific goals and needs. Whether you're looking for practical tools, deeper insight, or both, I’ll meet you where you're at.
I have had the privilege of working extensively with members of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as military personnel and their families.
My training includes a range of evidence-based therapies—CBT, DBT, ACT, psychoanalytic therapy, Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)—and I tailor my approach to fit your specific goals and needs. Whether you're looking for practical tools, deeper insight, or both, I’ll meet you where you're at.
Have you had a scary or overwhelming experience that left you feeling changed? Perhaps you’re finding yourself more on edge, distracted, depressed, or anxious. Or maybe you’re experiencing nightmares, intrusive memories, or feeling detached from those around you. Anyone can experience trauma, and how it’s felt is deeply personal. However you’re feeling today, I’m here to support you.
Have you had a scary or overwhelming experience that left you feeling changed? Perhaps you’re finding yourself more on edge, distracted, depressed, or anxious. Or maybe you’re experiencing nightmares, intrusive memories, or feeling detached from those around you. Anyone can experience trauma, and how it’s felt is deeply personal. However you’re feeling today, I’m here to support you.
Hello and thanks for being here!
Life can feel heavy and uncertain at times. Stress, loss, disappointments, pressures at school or work, and strain in our relationships can quietly build until we feel overwhelmed and out of balance. In the midst of life's challenges, it becomes especially important to pause and care for the person you were uniquely created to be. Choosing to invest in your healing is an act of courage. It reflects a deep desire for growth, restoration and renewed hope. You want understanding. You want healing. You want lasting change. That desire brought you here. Together we can put hope into action. Welcome.
Hello and thanks for being here!
Life can feel heavy and uncertain at times. Stress, loss, disappointments, pressures at school or work, and strain in our relationships can quietly build until we feel overwhelmed and out of balance. In the midst of life's challenges, it becomes especially important to pause and care for the person you were uniquely created to be. Choosing to invest in your healing is an act of courage. It reflects a deep desire for growth, restoration and renewed hope. You want understanding. You want healing. You want lasting change. That desire brought you here. Together we can put hope into action. Welcome.
Have you ever wondered why you keep returning to the same coping strategies even when they're hurting you?
Maybe it’s been that way for a while. Maybe you want things to feel different, but you’re not sure where to start. I get it, you’re not alone and I’d love to help. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, real, and judgment-free. A place where you can show up exactly as you are and talk about what’s been weighing on you or holding you back from something. I’m not here to “fix” you. You’re the expert on your own life. I’m here to be alongside you as you make sense of things and find your way forward.
Have you ever wondered why you keep returning to the same coping strategies even when they're hurting you?
Maybe it’s been that way for a while. Maybe you want things to feel different, but you’re not sure where to start. I get it, you’re not alone and I’d love to help. My goal is to create a space that feels safe, real, and judgment-free. A place where you can show up exactly as you are and talk about what’s been weighing on you or holding you back from something. I’m not here to “fix” you. You’re the expert on your own life. I’m here to be alongside you as you make sense of things and find your way forward.
We are complex; we go through iterations of ourselves. It's a healthy part of being human. My job is not to judge you but to make space to encourage your next iteration. In our lifetime we will be messy and beautiful; kind and mean; complicated and simple. We are allowed to change & grow - it's not always easy. I'm a straight shooter who will tell it like I see it and compassionately challenge you. You're not "too much" for me. I don't see your challenges as deficiencies, but rather as coping skills that are no longer working for you. I'm client focused and I allow you to set the pace, flow, and tone. I meet you where you are.
We are complex; we go through iterations of ourselves. It's a healthy part of being human. My job is not to judge you but to make space to encourage your next iteration. In our lifetime we will be messy and beautiful; kind and mean; complicated and simple. We are allowed to change & grow - it's not always easy. I'm a straight shooter who will tell it like I see it and compassionately challenge you. You're not "too much" for me. I don't see your challenges as deficiencies, but rather as coping skills that are no longer working for you. I'm client focused and I allow you to set the pace, flow, and tone. I meet you where you are.
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