Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT) Therapists in San Francisco, CA

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Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! Whether you're struggling with depression, relationship challenges, or simply feeling "stuck," I'm here to help you restore balance and move toward a life of fulfillment. I strive to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered to make lasting changes. My approach is solution-focused and goal-oriented, compassionate and client-centered. I work with you in partnership to help you uncover solutions to your challenges so we don't get "stuck" on the problems themselves. I have enjoyed helping adults navigate life's most difficult transitions for the last 25 years and I'd like to help you, too.
Welcome! Whether you're struggling with depression, relationship challenges, or simply feeling "stuck," I'm here to help you restore balance and move toward a life of fulfillment. I strive to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered to make lasting changes. My approach is solution-focused and goal-oriented, compassionate and client-centered. I work with you in partnership to help you uncover solutions to your challenges so we don't get "stuck" on the problems themselves. I have enjoyed helping adults navigate life's most difficult transitions for the last 25 years and I'd like to help you, too.
(657) 551-3975 View (657) 551-3975
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Dr. Christina M. Charlotin
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94108
In our work together, my intention is to help you break away from the maladaptive thought patterns, emotions, actions, and external circumstances that keep you stuck in an unwanted experience. My goal is to help you create progress towards the life you do want for yourself. I’ll want to understand the changes you’d like to see in yourself. With this in mind, I’ll want to identify the behaviors you’d like to demonstrate, the lasting emotions you’d like to feel, and the outcomes you’d like to see present themselves in your life. With that information, we'll set the overall goals for therapy. Now providing Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
In our work together, my intention is to help you break away from the maladaptive thought patterns, emotions, actions, and external circumstances that keep you stuck in an unwanted experience. My goal is to help you create progress towards the life you do want for yourself. I’ll want to understand the changes you’d like to see in yourself. With this in mind, I’ll want to identify the behaviors you’d like to demonstrate, the lasting emotions you’d like to feel, and the outcomes you’d like to see present themselves in your life. With that information, we'll set the overall goals for therapy. Now providing Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
(213) 500-9543 View (213) 500-9543
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Dr. Kysti Nguyen
Psychologist, PhD, BCC
San Francisco, CA 94103
Hello, I am Dr. Krysti. Navigating the demands of a successful career in the healthcare industry can often lead to feelings of burnout, emptiness, and a lack of balance in life. You may find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or difficulties in maintaining personal relationships despite your professional achievements. It's common to feel isolated and uncertain about seeking help, especially if you've never engaged in therapy or coaching. As a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience and over 3,000 sessions, I specialize in supporting professionals like you- doctors, nurses, business owners.
Hello, I am Dr. Krysti. Navigating the demands of a successful career in the healthcare industry can often lead to feelings of burnout, emptiness, and a lack of balance in life. You may find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or difficulties in maintaining personal relationships despite your professional achievements. It's common to feel isolated and uncertain about seeking help, especially if you've never engaged in therapy or coaching. As a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience and over 3,000 sessions, I specialize in supporting professionals like you- doctors, nurses, business owners.
(949) 806-4489 View (949) 806-4489
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Michael Stample
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, I'm Michael F. Stample, PhD, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I work extensively with individual adults, couples and families. My primary expertise is in mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, dual diagnosis, LGBTQ+ and transgender healthcare. I mostly work with adults over age 17 or 18, through the later years. While psychiatric diagnoses have their uses, I prefer to see my clients as dealing with "problems of living." I work comfortably with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based therapies. My early training included internship at the Jung Institute of Los Angeles.
Hello, I'm Michael F. Stample, PhD, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I work extensively with individual adults, couples and families. My primary expertise is in mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, dual diagnosis, LGBTQ+ and transgender healthcare. I mostly work with adults over age 17 or 18, through the later years. While psychiatric diagnoses have their uses, I prefer to see my clients as dealing with "problems of living." I work comfortably with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based therapies. My early training included internship at the Jung Institute of Los Angeles.
(415) 639-5417 View (415) 639-5417
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Emily Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
My name is Emily Johnson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I work with adults, specializing in relationship issues, grief, and managing anger. I use Emotionally Focused and Attachment Theory lenses to help you process pain and develop insight as well as incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused techniques to help you develop skills. I understand that therapy is an investment and I want to work with you to develop meaningful goals so that you get what you want out of therapy.
My name is Emily Johnson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I work with adults, specializing in relationship issues, grief, and managing anger. I use Emotionally Focused and Attachment Theory lenses to help you process pain and develop insight as well as incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused techniques to help you develop skills. I understand that therapy is an investment and I want to work with you to develop meaningful goals so that you get what you want out of therapy.
(415) 909-3124 View (415) 909-3124
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Geoffrey P Bork
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS, ADC II
Online Only
Hello, I am a licensed therapist in California, with 21 years of clinical experience. I specialize in trauma related symptoms, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring disorders. I am a certified addiction specialist and served 24 years of military service and lots of experience with Veterans. I am sorry to hear you may be struggling with mental health problems and it takes a lot of courage to reach out and ask someone for help. You don't have to do this alone and I am here for you. Together we can find some inner peace and face and explore the fears, problems and challenges that prevent you from living life to the fullest potential.
Hello, I am a licensed therapist in California, with 21 years of clinical experience. I specialize in trauma related symptoms, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring disorders. I am a certified addiction specialist and served 24 years of military service and lots of experience with Veterans. I am sorry to hear you may be struggling with mental health problems and it takes a lot of courage to reach out and ask someone for help. You don't have to do this alone and I am here for you. Together we can find some inner peace and face and explore the fears, problems and challenges that prevent you from living life to the fullest potential.
(951) 227-7926 View (951) 227-7926
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Joe Pasillas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
My approach is strength-based to empower and help maximize the human potential in healing the mind, body, and spirit. I have experience working with adults, children, couples, and family relationship issues. I empower clients to mitigate symptoms surrounding life stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and serve both populations.
My approach is strength-based to empower and help maximize the human potential in healing the mind, body, and spirit. I have experience working with adults, children, couples, and family relationship issues. I empower clients to mitigate symptoms surrounding life stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and serve both populations.
(310) 388-8608 View (310) 388-8608
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Woodruff Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by stress, anxiety, or depression? Life’s challenges—whether related to health, relationships, or self-esteem—can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face them alone. I’m here to support you in taking control, whether you're coping with the complexities of cancer, obesity, or men's health issues. Together, we can work toward relief, resilience, and a life that feels more meaningful and fulfilling.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by stress, anxiety, or depression? Life’s challenges—whether related to health, relationships, or self-esteem—can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face them alone. I’m here to support you in taking control, whether you're coping with the complexities of cancer, obesity, or men's health issues. Together, we can work toward relief, resilience, and a life that feels more meaningful and fulfilling.
(310) 340-1478 View (310) 340-1478
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Steven Degelsmith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Greetings! I'm Dr. Steve. My name is Steven Degelsmith and I am a licensed psychotherapist based in Los Angeles. As a licensed LMFT, which I earned in 1986, and then in completing my Ph.D. in Psychology four years later, I have had the privilege of working with a whole spectrum of people in need of mental health treatment for a variety of conditions.
Greetings! I'm Dr. Steve. My name is Steven Degelsmith and I am a licensed psychotherapist based in Los Angeles. As a licensed LMFT, which I earned in 1986, and then in completing my Ph.D. in Psychology four years later, I have had the privilege of working with a whole spectrum of people in need of mental health treatment for a variety of conditions.
(213) 463-5482 View (213) 463-5482
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Dara Fremont Presley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, my name is Dara Presley, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living in Northern California, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. I use telehealth to work with California clients ranging in age from adolescents and young adults to 85 years old. I utilize Psychodynamic approaches, Attachment theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I take from several other types of therapy as needed to help clients. I do find it helpful for clients to understand how they got to be the way they are, take an honest look at who they are today, then decide what, if anything, they want to change moving forward.
Hello, my name is Dara Presley, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living in Northern California, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. I use telehealth to work with California clients ranging in age from adolescents and young adults to 85 years old. I utilize Psychodynamic approaches, Attachment theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I take from several other types of therapy as needed to help clients. I do find it helpful for clients to understand how they got to be the way they are, take an honest look at who they are today, then decide what, if anything, they want to change moving forward.
(424) 424-1489 View (424) 424-1489
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Dr. Jayn Rajandran PsyD / Jayn.Org
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, IO, Psych, CGE
San Francisco, CA 94102
Concierge therapy offered in Palo Alto, Rockridge & SF locations. You decide on the day, time, location, in-person or online. This modality is for busy professionals/students who want to graduate psychotherapy fast. Sessions are fun and focused. Most clients can graduate from therapy within 3-6 months for life transition problems. For severe trauma and mental health cases, it can a little longer. Specializing in teens, couples and individuals struggling with trauma, sexual abuse, substances abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, suicide, trust, abandonment, severe mental health and anger.
Concierge therapy offered in Palo Alto, Rockridge & SF locations. You decide on the day, time, location, in-person or online. This modality is for busy professionals/students who want to graduate psychotherapy fast. Sessions are fun and focused. Most clients can graduate from therapy within 3-6 months for life transition problems. For severe trauma and mental health cases, it can a little longer. Specializing in teens, couples and individuals struggling with trauma, sexual abuse, substances abuse, depression, anxiety, grief, suicide, trust, abandonment, severe mental health and anger.
(510) 319-0688 View (510) 319-0688
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Dr. Philip B Gnilka
Counselor, PhD, CPC, LPCC, CCMHC, NCC
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
Experiencing overwhelming stress and anxiety in your career or personal life? Do others think you “have it made” but deep down inside you’re burning out? If you’re struggling to manage your anxiety and stress, now is a good time to connect with an experienced therapist who can help. My clients are very hard working, have a long track record of success, and care deeply about their work, friends, and family. Even so, life can be challenging. You had a bad day and are emotionally beating yourself up for minor mistakes sometimes for days and weeks at a time. You worry people are disappointed in your work and even with you personally.
Experiencing overwhelming stress and anxiety in your career or personal life? Do others think you “have it made” but deep down inside you’re burning out? If you’re struggling to manage your anxiety and stress, now is a good time to connect with an experienced therapist who can help. My clients are very hard working, have a long track record of success, and care deeply about their work, friends, and family. Even so, life can be challenging. You had a bad day and are emotionally beating yourself up for minor mistakes sometimes for days and weeks at a time. You worry people are disappointed in your work and even with you personally.
(702) 291-7352 View (702) 291-7352
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Clarity Counseling and Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist
Online Only
Are you noticing an increase of stress, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed? Are you working on mending relationships? Are you feeling frustrated, sad, confused or unhappy with where you are in life? Welcome to Clarity Counseling & Therapy Group! We understand that making the decision to start therapy can be a tough one and we congratulate you in taking this first step. Our team was created in order to help solve some of the biggest hurdles people face when it comes to therapy: Affordability, flexibility, and finding the right therapist for you.
Are you noticing an increase of stress, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed? Are you working on mending relationships? Are you feeling frustrated, sad, confused or unhappy with where you are in life? Welcome to Clarity Counseling & Therapy Group! We understand that making the decision to start therapy can be a tough one and we congratulate you in taking this first step. Our team was created in order to help solve some of the biggest hurdles people face when it comes to therapy: Affordability, flexibility, and finding the right therapist for you.
(818) 319-4422 View (818) 319-4422
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Peter Kouzmov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Whether you're seeking to heal from the past, build healthier relationships, or reconnect with yourself, I offer a safe, affirming space for growth. My approach centers on collaboration and respect—you are the expert of your own life. Together, we’ll draw on your strengths to foster insight, resilience, and lasting change. Taking the first step toward healing and fulfillment takes courage—I'm here to walk that path with you.
Whether you're seeking to heal from the past, build healthier relationships, or reconnect with yourself, I offer a safe, affirming space for growth. My approach centers on collaboration and respect—you are the expert of your own life. Together, we’ll draw on your strengths to foster insight, resilience, and lasting change. Taking the first step toward healing and fulfillment takes courage—I'm here to walk that path with you.
(929) 600-6953 View (929) 600-6953
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Kerry Cannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Thank you for reaching out, I'm Kerry Cannon, a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) where I assess and treat individuals ("clients") residing in California. I practice with a nonjudgmental, anti-racist, body-positive, and lifestyle-affirming stance. Previously, I provided outpatient case management support, intensive care coordination for foster youth, and case consults with hospital palliative care teams.
Thank you for reaching out, I'm Kerry Cannon, a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) where I assess and treat individuals ("clients") residing in California. I practice with a nonjudgmental, anti-racist, body-positive, and lifestyle-affirming stance. Previously, I provided outpatient case management support, intensive care coordination for foster youth, and case consults with hospital palliative care teams.
(760) 642-5611 View (760) 642-5611
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Neil Hopper
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you're carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or depression. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or wondered why it's so hard to move forward—you’re not alone. I’m here to support you in exploring what’s happened to you, not what’s 'wrong' with you. I specialize in helping individuals work through trauma, manage anxiety, and find relief from depression. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and compassionate. Therapy with me is a space where you can be real, feel seen, and start to heal. When you’re ready, I’m here to walk beside you.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you're carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or depression. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or wondered why it's so hard to move forward—you’re not alone. I’m here to support you in exploring what’s happened to you, not what’s 'wrong' with you. I specialize in helping individuals work through trauma, manage anxiety, and find relief from depression. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and compassionate. Therapy with me is a space where you can be real, feel seen, and start to heal. When you’re ready, I’m here to walk beside you.
(424) 496-5622 View (424) 496-5622
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Neil Rios
Marriage & Family Therapist
Online Only
Hi, my name is Neil. I specialize in helping clients with stress, relationship issues, family conflicts, and building social skills. Welcome to my practice.
Hi, my name is Neil. I specialize in helping clients with stress, relationship issues, family conflicts, and building social skills. Welcome to my practice.
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Dr. Ahliah Sharp
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, MS
San Francisco, CA 94103
Life can be challenging, but you are not alone. You already made the first step, and I am here to guide you through the rest. One way is to separate myself from the societal restrictions, starting with my availability. The average person works M-F 8-5; but all of the resources one needs are also only available during those hours. Not everyone has the freedom to work around such restrictions. I decided I would not make it more difficult to get help. I offer early mornings, later evenings and some weekends too. Together, we can align ourselves and schedules around those traditional restrictions.
Life can be challenging, but you are not alone. You already made the first step, and I am here to guide you through the rest. One way is to separate myself from the societal restrictions, starting with my availability. The average person works M-F 8-5; but all of the resources one needs are also only available during those hours. Not everyone has the freedom to work around such restrictions. I decided I would not make it more difficult to get help. I offer early mornings, later evenings and some weekends too. Together, we can align ourselves and schedules around those traditional restrictions.
(909) 768-6533 View (909) 768-6533
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Amanda Hults
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Looking to start therapy, I look forward to providing you with a safe and judgment-free space to process and find new strategies to help you meet your goals. I specialize in working with individuals and couples in areas such as anxiety, depression, life stage changes, conflict resolution, ADHD, trauma, and much more. I hope I get to meet with you soon to help you best meet your goals.
Looking to start therapy, I look forward to providing you with a safe and judgment-free space to process and find new strategies to help you meet your goals. I specialize in working with individuals and couples in areas such as anxiety, depression, life stage changes, conflict resolution, ADHD, trauma, and much more. I hope I get to meet with you soon to help you best meet your goals.
(510) 738-3505 View (510) 738-3505
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Jonathan Edward Griffin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102
At the heart of my practice is a deep commitment to fostering hope and supporting individuals on their healing journeys. I am passionate about the power of creativity—whether expressed through art, communication, or innovative problem-solving—as a transformative force for self-discovery. By combining cultural sensitivity with trauma-informed care and a genuine appreciation for the creative process, I empower clients to navigate life’s complexities with renewed insight and resilience.
At the heart of my practice is a deep commitment to fostering hope and supporting individuals on their healing journeys. I am passionate about the power of creativity—whether expressed through art, communication, or innovative problem-solving—as a transformative force for self-discovery. By combining cultural sensitivity with trauma-informed care and a genuine appreciation for the creative process, I empower clients to navigate life’s complexities with renewed insight and resilience.
(424) 496-3404 View (424) 496-3404

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