In Person Therapists in San Francisco, CA
I’m a somatic therapist trained in EMDR (a trauma modality), EFT (couples therapy), Perinatal Mental Health, and am a certified sex educator. I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of non-monogamy, life transitions, grief, fertility challenges, anxiety management, increasing self awareness, developing coping/regulation skills, trauma recovery, and beyond. I see therapy as a relationship that can facilitate growth and healing (in the myriad ways you might define those words) - not in isolation, but in support of connecting more fully outside of therapy, with yourself and your communities.
I’m a somatic therapist trained in EMDR (a trauma modality), EFT (couples therapy), Perinatal Mental Health, and am a certified sex educator. I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of non-monogamy, life transitions, grief, fertility challenges, anxiety management, increasing self awareness, developing coping/regulation skills, trauma recovery, and beyond. I see therapy as a relationship that can facilitate growth and healing (in the myriad ways you might define those words) - not in isolation, but in support of connecting more fully outside of therapy, with yourself and your communities.
While we work on expanding our in-person availability, we are currently offering telehealth appointments via phone or video.
We welcome clients from all backgrounds who are navigating life’s challenges, seeking personal growth, or looking for support through periods of change. Clients come to us for concerns including anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, trauma, stress, and questions about identity or life direction. Our diverse team provides affirming, individualized care, helping each client feel seen, understood, and supported as they move toward meaningful change. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs.
While we work on expanding our in-person availability, we are currently offering telehealth appointments via phone or video.
We welcome clients from all backgrounds who are navigating life’s challenges, seeking personal growth, or looking for support through periods of change. Clients come to us for concerns including anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, trauma, stress, and questions about identity or life direction. Our diverse team provides affirming, individualized care, helping each client feel seen, understood, and supported as they move toward meaningful change. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs.
Over the past 30+ years I have helped people with a wide range of problems and challenges. These may include anxiety and worry, depression and sadness, relationship difficulties, work related stress, loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, and difficulty with life transitions such as divorce, losing or changing jobs, becoming a parent, moving to a new city, facing an empty nest, and aging. I also see people who are struggling with old feelings from an earlier difficulty or trauma that are being triggered by some current life situation or event.
Over the past 30+ years I have helped people with a wide range of problems and challenges. These may include anxiety and worry, depression and sadness, relationship difficulties, work related stress, loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, and difficulty with life transitions such as divorce, losing or changing jobs, becoming a parent, moving to a new city, facing an empty nest, and aging. I also see people who are struggling with old feelings from an earlier difficulty or trauma that are being triggered by some current life situation or event.
I am a licensed psychotherapist serving individuals and couples in breathtaking San Francisco. I specialize in working with those impacted by trauma and navigating life transitions. Through a blend of evidence-based techniques, warmth and humor, I strive to create a safe space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. When you work with me, we will work together to explore and uncover meaning to your whole human experience so that we can move past stuck narratives and find meaningful, lasting change.
I am a licensed psychotherapist serving individuals and couples in breathtaking San Francisco. I specialize in working with those impacted by trauma and navigating life transitions. Through a blend of evidence-based techniques, warmth and humor, I strive to create a safe space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. When you work with me, we will work together to explore and uncover meaning to your whole human experience so that we can move past stuck narratives and find meaningful, lasting change.
I am offering in-person and virtual sessions.
Are you looking for support on your healing journey? Perhaps you have experienced a tremendous loss; a parent, child, relationship, pet, home or job. I am here to support you; offering a safe space for you to pause, take a breath and find your way through it, at a pace that feels right for you. A space for you to find clarity and acceptance for healing.
I am offering in-person and virtual sessions.
Are you looking for support on your healing journey? Perhaps you have experienced a tremendous loss; a parent, child, relationship, pet, home or job. I am here to support you; offering a safe space for you to pause, take a breath and find your way through it, at a pace that feels right for you. A space for you to find clarity and acceptance for healing.
I am a couple’s therapist here to help you heal relationship stress that prevents you from moving further forward in your partnership. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy, and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
I am a couple’s therapist here to help you heal relationship stress that prevents you from moving further forward in your partnership. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy, and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
I work with adults, children, teens, couples & families. I work well with folks struggling with substance use, stage of life uncertainty, & those with complex relationship dynamics including histories of trauma, abuse, neglect, grief/loss, & relationship conflict/rupture. I specialize in personality and personality disorders; and I like working with folks who need talk therapy in addition to psychiatric care. As a Queer therapist, I work particularly well with folks concerned with identity, gender, sexuality, & romance. I also have a background in the arts, and enjoy working with creative individuals in pursuit of their artistry.
I work with adults, children, teens, couples & families. I work well with folks struggling with substance use, stage of life uncertainty, & those with complex relationship dynamics including histories of trauma, abuse, neglect, grief/loss, & relationship conflict/rupture. I specialize in personality and personality disorders; and I like working with folks who need talk therapy in addition to psychiatric care. As a Queer therapist, I work particularly well with folks concerned with identity, gender, sexuality, & romance. I also have a background in the arts, and enjoy working with creative individuals in pursuit of their artistry.
Hi, I'm Alyssa! For over 15 years, I have specialized in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have extensive experience working with clients in a variety of settings who are experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, family conflict, grief and loss, attachment issues, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, questioning their identity, and having difficulty with life transitions. It is my strong belief that family and parenting support is a core component of working with children and adolescents, as a healthy family system is so impactful and important for them.
Hi, I'm Alyssa! For over 15 years, I have specialized in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I have extensive experience working with clients in a variety of settings who are experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, family conflict, grief and loss, attachment issues, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, questioning their identity, and having difficulty with life transitions. It is my strong belief that family and parenting support is a core component of working with children and adolescents, as a healthy family system is so impactful and important for them.
Welcome! Are you ready for the work necessary to make real, enduring change? Do you have a troubling personal issue or suffer from general dissatisfaction? My orientation is to focus on the unconscious, the elusive cause of the problem. A powerful process unfolds when change occurs at this deep level of the mind. This opens the space for authentic personal transformation.
Welcome! Are you ready for the work necessary to make real, enduring change? Do you have a troubling personal issue or suffer from general dissatisfaction? My orientation is to focus on the unconscious, the elusive cause of the problem. A powerful process unfolds when change occurs at this deep level of the mind. This opens the space for authentic personal transformation.
If any of the following ring true for you, I can help. You get stuck in the downward spiral of self doubt and criticism. You have trouble organizing your life, and are struggling to deepen relationships, feeling like an outsider much of the time. You have difficulty managing intense emotions and find yourself in conflict with loved ones. You have or suspect you have ADHD. You want to better understand yourself.
If any of the following ring true for you, I can help. You get stuck in the downward spiral of self doubt and criticism. You have trouble organizing your life, and are struggling to deepen relationships, feeling like an outsider much of the time. You have difficulty managing intense emotions and find yourself in conflict with loved ones. You have or suspect you have ADHD. You want to better understand yourself.
You may look capable on the outside while feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck inside. You may overthink decisions, replay conversations, struggle in relationships, or feel unsure how to move forward. I work with thoughtful adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, life transitions, cultural pressures, body image, and recurring patterns. Therapy is active and individualized: we build insight, practical coping skills, and new ways of responding so change extends beyond the therapy room.
You may look capable on the outside while feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck inside. You may overthink decisions, replay conversations, struggle in relationships, or feel unsure how to move forward. I work with thoughtful adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, life transitions, cultural pressures, body image, and recurring patterns. Therapy is active and individualized: we build insight, practical coping skills, and new ways of responding so change extends beyond the therapy room.
I'm available for in-person sessions Wednesday-Friday and virtual sessions and consultations Tuesday-Friday.
By all accounts, you’re successful and have held things together, even through life changes that have thrown off your sense of direction. However, you're carrying anxiety, feeling like you have to be perfect, and have a nagging sense that success might not be the same as feeling well. You know something needs to change. You're not looking to be told what to do; you want practical tools and support that helps you turn insight into real change. Therapy isn’t just an abstract conversation - it’s an intentional way to slow down and get clarity on who you are, who you want to be, and how to get there.
I'm available for in-person sessions Wednesday-Friday and virtual sessions and consultations Tuesday-Friday.
By all accounts, you’re successful and have held things together, even through life changes that have thrown off your sense of direction. However, you're carrying anxiety, feeling like you have to be perfect, and have a nagging sense that success might not be the same as feeling well. You know something needs to change. You're not looking to be told what to do; you want practical tools and support that helps you turn insight into real change. Therapy isn’t just an abstract conversation - it’s an intentional way to slow down and get clarity on who you are, who you want to be, and how to get there.
I do in-person walking sessions and also via telehealth.
Are you interested in growing and looking at your patterns and the wisdom behind them? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression in a relationship or with the anxiety of not being in a relationship? Are you willing to risk making changes in your life? Together we will understand the intelligence behind your patterns and help you shift into more conscious life choices. I am active, direct and passionate about supporting you as you mature into a healthier, happier and more fulfilled you.
I do in-person walking sessions and also via telehealth.
Are you interested in growing and looking at your patterns and the wisdom behind them? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression in a relationship or with the anxiety of not being in a relationship? Are you willing to risk making changes in your life? Together we will understand the intelligence behind your patterns and help you shift into more conscious life choices. I am active, direct and passionate about supporting you as you mature into a healthier, happier and more fulfilled you.
The deepest healing for the wounds of trauma, neglect, grief, oppression, and addiction lies in living fully in our hearts.
This healing is rooted in a process of recovery, but not from an illness; the narrative of being sick or broken no longer serves. This is a recovery of ourselves, of our spirits, bodies, energy, trust, a recovery which finally allows us to move forward, to integrate all we've experienced into who we are becoming.
As a psychologist, practitioner of Chinese medicine, and master addiction counselor, it is my privilege to offer depth psychotherapy as a practice dedicated to the recovering heart.
The deepest healing for the wounds of trauma, neglect, grief, oppression, and addiction lies in living fully in our hearts.
This healing is rooted in a process of recovery, but not from an illness; the narrative of being sick or broken no longer serves. This is a recovery of ourselves, of our spirits, bodies, energy, trust, a recovery which finally allows us to move forward, to integrate all we've experienced into who we are becoming.
As a psychologist, practitioner of Chinese medicine, and master addiction counselor, it is my privilege to offer depth psychotherapy as a practice dedicated to the recovering heart.
Feeling stuck in life, work or relationships? Living too long with anxiety or depression? Struggling with grief or trauma? Perhaps you just want to live a more joyous, lively and value centered life. Our needs often overlap between personal growth and in-depth psychotherapy. Working from the here-and-now, I have been assisting people enrich their lives since 1978.
Feeling stuck in life, work or relationships? Living too long with anxiety or depression? Struggling with grief or trauma? Perhaps you just want to live a more joyous, lively and value centered life. Our needs often overlap between personal growth and in-depth psychotherapy. Working from the here-and-now, I have been assisting people enrich their lives since 1978.
If anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges are overwhelming you or your child, reach out. Let's connect. I help individuals and families find a sense of true, grounded control. Sometimes, the things we are trying to do in order to get control over our lives, difficult emotions, or households are actually reinforcing the problem. I am here to help you interrupt patterns and cycles that aren't working, and to replace them with more effective, goal oriented, calm, and compassionate ones. We will also work to find what you are doing that is going well, and do more of these things.
If anxiety, depression, or behavioral challenges are overwhelming you or your child, reach out. Let's connect. I help individuals and families find a sense of true, grounded control. Sometimes, the things we are trying to do in order to get control over our lives, difficult emotions, or households are actually reinforcing the problem. I am here to help you interrupt patterns and cycles that aren't working, and to replace them with more effective, goal oriented, calm, and compassionate ones. We will also work to find what you are doing that is going well, and do more of these things.
I am currently providing both Telehealth and in person sessions.
Are you experiencing issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, loss of identity, trauma, or lack of confidence? Are these issues causing you to neglect your own self-care, misuse substances, and/or isolate from family and friends? Do you need support with navigating personal or professional relationships? Are you exploring your sexual or gender identity? Managing a major life transition or preparing for one? These are the times when therapy can be helpful. We can work together to identify your goals, improve your quality of life, and develop a strong sense of self in the process.
I am currently providing both Telehealth and in person sessions.
Are you experiencing issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, loss of identity, trauma, or lack of confidence? Are these issues causing you to neglect your own self-care, misuse substances, and/or isolate from family and friends? Do you need support with navigating personal or professional relationships? Are you exploring your sexual or gender identity? Managing a major life transition or preparing for one? These are the times when therapy can be helpful. We can work together to identify your goals, improve your quality of life, and develop a strong sense of self in the process.
I offer sessions online via video as well as in person, during weekdays.
I am glad you’re here and I look forward working with you. My experience extends to individuals, couples, teens and young adults with a wide array of presentations. Using an approach that is rooted in ethics and accountability my therapy focuses on skills that help finds ways to manage life, relationships, transitions or just being with yourself. I help facilitate growth through curiosity within and outside oneself. I am pulled towards cultures and stories and the meaning and relevance of these personal elements in the lives of those I work with.
I offer sessions online via video as well as in person, during weekdays.
I am glad you’re here and I look forward working with you. My experience extends to individuals, couples, teens and young adults with a wide array of presentations. Using an approach that is rooted in ethics and accountability my therapy focuses on skills that help finds ways to manage life, relationships, transitions or just being with yourself. I help facilitate growth through curiosity within and outside oneself. I am pulled towards cultures and stories and the meaning and relevance of these personal elements in the lives of those I work with.
SF Relationship Counseling & Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
San Francisco, CA 94123
Effective relationship counseling and psychotherapy here in San Francisco is my specialty for individuals and couples who are looking for therapy that creates closer, more meaningful and lasting relationships. If you are struggling to make sense of dating or relationships, you are certainly not alone. In fact, all of us need some outside perspective at times to help us make sense of it all. I welcome the opportunity to work with you. Specialties: * Relationship Counseling * Dating coach * Couples Counseling * Psychotherapy * ~Jeremi McManus, MFT, Relationship Counseling and Psychotherapy San Francisco
Effective relationship counseling and psychotherapy here in San Francisco is my specialty for individuals and couples who are looking for therapy that creates closer, more meaningful and lasting relationships. If you are struggling to make sense of dating or relationships, you are certainly not alone. In fact, all of us need some outside perspective at times to help us make sense of it all. I welcome the opportunity to work with you. Specialties: * Relationship Counseling * Dating coach * Couples Counseling * Psychotherapy * ~Jeremi McManus, MFT, Relationship Counseling and Psychotherapy San Francisco
I'm a gay male therapist who has specialized in working with LGBTQ+ clients since opening my private practice in 2017. I am enthusiastic, I feel deeply, and I believe in the power of humor - these are core to who I am as a person and core to who I am as a therapist. Many people come to me experiencing anxiety, depression, and shame - I help people move beyond these and feel less alone. I specialize in supporting LGBTQ+ folks navigating coming out, relationships, sex, and healing from the impacts of growing up in an anti-queer world.
I'm a gay male therapist who has specialized in working with LGBTQ+ clients since opening my private practice in 2017. I am enthusiastic, I feel deeply, and I believe in the power of humor - these are core to who I am as a person and core to who I am as a therapist. Many people come to me experiencing anxiety, depression, and shame - I help people move beyond these and feel less alone. I specialize in supporting LGBTQ+ folks navigating coming out, relationships, sex, and healing from the impacts of growing up in an anti-queer world.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.