Secular and Non-Religious Therapists in San Francisco, CA
With experience as a parent, teacher, mindfulness instructor, and group therapist for incarcerated youth, I offer a client-centered approach to therapy that’s thoughtfully tailored to each child or family.
With experience as a parent, teacher, mindfulness instructor, and group therapist for incarcerated youth, I offer a client-centered approach to therapy that’s thoughtfully tailored to each child or family.
Are you a young person trying to hold it together while juggling school, work, family stuff, on top of new adulting responsibilities and the world being set on fire? I am a queer 2nd-gen Asian therapist offering space to discuss systems issues like politics, racism, homophobia, and how they impact our mental health. I work from a psychodynamic and relational approach, meaning we collect the pieces of your life story you've taken from past relationships and experiences and examine them, looking for new ways to write your own story. I also integrate skills and strategies to help you manage boundaries and tolerate uncertainty.
Are you a young person trying to hold it together while juggling school, work, family stuff, on top of new adulting responsibilities and the world being set on fire? I am a queer 2nd-gen Asian therapist offering space to discuss systems issues like politics, racism, homophobia, and how they impact our mental health. I work from a psychodynamic and relational approach, meaning we collect the pieces of your life story you've taken from past relationships and experiences and examine them, looking for new ways to write your own story. I also integrate skills and strategies to help you manage boundaries and tolerate uncertainty.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or conflicted? Struggling with relationships (romantic, familial, friends, work), life transitions, or work-life balance? Looking to improve communication and set better boundaries? Effective therapy starts with comfort, builds with trust & collaboration, and ends with a happier sense of self. I have an affinity for helping working professionals and those in educational settings as I've spent my most recent years working in the counseling center at Stanford University. I have a relaxed and conversational style that helps put people at ease when they are feeling vulnerable.
Feeling stressed, anxious, or conflicted? Struggling with relationships (romantic, familial, friends, work), life transitions, or work-life balance? Looking to improve communication and set better boundaries? Effective therapy starts with comfort, builds with trust & collaboration, and ends with a happier sense of self. I have an affinity for helping working professionals and those in educational settings as I've spent my most recent years working in the counseling center at Stanford University. I have a relaxed and conversational style that helps put people at ease when they are feeling vulnerable.
I’m here to support individuals who feel stuck in old cycles, are rebuilding after difficult transitions, or are learning to reconnect with themselves through relational and strengths-based healing. My ideal client is someone who is curious about their inner world, open to reflection, and seeking a space where their thoughts, feelings, emotions and lived experiences can be explored and better understood.
I work from a client-centered and strengths-based approach, helping individuals connect to their own resilience and inner wisdom. I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore, heal, and move toward greater balance and well-being.
I’m here to support individuals who feel stuck in old cycles, are rebuilding after difficult transitions, or are learning to reconnect with themselves through relational and strengths-based healing. My ideal client is someone who is curious about their inner world, open to reflection, and seeking a space where their thoughts, feelings, emotions and lived experiences can be explored and better understood.
I work from a client-centered and strengths-based approach, helping individuals connect to their own resilience and inner wisdom. I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore, heal, and move toward greater balance and well-being.
Radical Roots Psychotherapy ℠
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115
Ruby (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 101630) who brings a decade of experience supporting youth, young adults, caregivers, families, and individuals navigate loss and attachment ruptures, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, family conflict, life stressors, and the life cycle. Ruby approaches her sessions with warmth, humility, and a strengths-based lens, valuing collaboration, authenticity, and creativity.
Ruby (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 101630) who brings a decade of experience supporting youth, young adults, caregivers, families, and individuals navigate loss and attachment ruptures, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, family conflict, life stressors, and the life cycle. Ruby approaches her sessions with warmth, humility, and a strengths-based lens, valuing collaboration, authenticity, and creativity.
Hello, I am Keely! I have experience with teenagers and young adults in both long term and short term therapy. Many of my clients come in dealing with negative self thoughts related to anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, or life transitions. I find it helpful to be a source of reassurance and sometimes, the voice within my client's head that everything is going to be okay.
Hello, I am Keely! I have experience with teenagers and young adults in both long term and short term therapy. Many of my clients come in dealing with negative self thoughts related to anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, or life transitions. I find it helpful to be a source of reassurance and sometimes, the voice within my client's head that everything is going to be okay.
Katie Grilli
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC, NCC, RYT-200
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94109
Are anxiety and overwhelm getting in the way of you living the life you want? Maybe you feel like you've been having more bad days than good days. Your friends, family, or partner want to help but they don't know how. Do you feel like no matter how hard you try, nothing seems to work? Have you recently realized, "something has to change here." If you are looking to learn new skills and feel like yourself again, you have come to the right place. I work together with my clients to break their stuck cycle and finally start to do things differently.
Are anxiety and overwhelm getting in the way of you living the life you want? Maybe you feel like you've been having more bad days than good days. Your friends, family, or partner want to help but they don't know how. Do you feel like no matter how hard you try, nothing seems to work? Have you recently realized, "something has to change here." If you are looking to learn new skills and feel like yourself again, you have come to the right place. I work together with my clients to break their stuck cycle and finally start to do things differently.
Alisha Borges - Expansive Therapy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
8 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94107
My approach to therapy is rooted in the power of healing-in-relationship and the engagement of our whole selves in that process. For those interested, my background as a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist allows for utilizing the body, art, and play as a few of the key instruments in the healing journey, alongside traditional talk therapy practices. My theoretical orientation is also integrative of psychodynamic theories, existential theory, mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, and internal family systems.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the power of healing-in-relationship and the engagement of our whole selves in that process. For those interested, my background as a Registered Dance/Movement Therapist allows for utilizing the body, art, and play as a few of the key instruments in the healing journey, alongside traditional talk therapy practices. My theoretical orientation is also integrative of psychodynamic theories, existential theory, mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, and internal family systems.
Riddled with anxiety & going through "the gigs"? Friends tired of giving you advice that you just ain't taking? Still got SZA's SOS on repeat? Burnt out with explaining your kinks to vanilla-lovin' therapists? If that’s you, look no further! Let's reimagine and remix your concept of therapy to fit YOUR needs. I am a Queer, Latiné therapist looking for clients that want to explore all their aspects of identity in a judgement free and affirmative space.
Riddled with anxiety & going through "the gigs"? Friends tired of giving you advice that you just ain't taking? Still got SZA's SOS on repeat? Burnt out with explaining your kinks to vanilla-lovin' therapists? If that’s you, look no further! Let's reimagine and remix your concept of therapy to fit YOUR needs. I am a Queer, Latiné therapist looking for clients that want to explore all their aspects of identity in a judgement free and affirmative space.
Are you a part of a community, in a relationship, a family, or a line of work that used to feel supportive but now feels costly? Do you feel like you are performing, on guard, or run down as a result? Do you feel unable to change because the stakes are so high? I understand and walk the complicated terrain of change with my clients. Many are men, gay men and LGBTQ+ people seeking support in affirming their identity, navigating relationships, family, or religious environments, couples entering a new season or seeking to improve trust and communication, those navigating career, family, and mid life, cult survivors.
Are you a part of a community, in a relationship, a family, or a line of work that used to feel supportive but now feels costly? Do you feel like you are performing, on guard, or run down as a result? Do you feel unable to change because the stakes are so high? I understand and walk the complicated terrain of change with my clients. Many are men, gay men and LGBTQ+ people seeking support in affirming their identity, navigating relationships, family, or religious environments, couples entering a new season or seeking to improve trust and communication, those navigating career, family, and mid life, cult survivors.
We understand you're stuck and you've tried everything. We listen carefully, think collaboratively, and work with you to make sense of what’s not working and how to change it. Our speciality is adapting therapy to fit you, whether that means talking about shows and characters you find moving, giving you concrete suggestions about how to tackle whatever is in your way, laughing together, or giving you space to grieve and process trauma.
We understand you're stuck and you've tried everything. We listen carefully, think collaboratively, and work with you to make sense of what’s not working and how to change it. Our speciality is adapting therapy to fit you, whether that means talking about shows and characters you find moving, giving you concrete suggestions about how to tackle whatever is in your way, laughing together, or giving you space to grieve and process trauma.
Are you feeling unsure about how to support your family? Is your child struggling with anxiety, isolation, or risky behaviors, and every conversation seems to deepen the gap between you? You might be dealing with the aftermath of a divorce or a significant loss, wondering how to guide your family through these challenging times. You’re not alone. With my extensive training and experience in family psychotherapy and my personal experience as an immigrant, a father, and a partner in a multicultural family, we will address your family’s unique needs. I offer services in Spanish, Hebrew, Russian, and Portuguese.
Are you feeling unsure about how to support your family? Is your child struggling with anxiety, isolation, or risky behaviors, and every conversation seems to deepen the gap between you? You might be dealing with the aftermath of a divorce or a significant loss, wondering how to guide your family through these challenging times. You’re not alone. With my extensive training and experience in family psychotherapy and my personal experience as an immigrant, a father, and a partner in a multicultural family, we will address your family’s unique needs. I offer services in Spanish, Hebrew, Russian, and Portuguese.
You feel stuck in a cycle of behavior that plays itself out again and again. Ashamed or bewildered, you ask yourself, "why do I keep doing this?" You want to get to the bottom of it all.
I work with individuals and couples who want to address these cycles and the core beliefs behind them to release the behaviors that no longer serve them. Together, we discover where small shifts are available. Over time, these small shifts can translate into big changes as your cycle is nudged onto a new path.
You feel stuck in a cycle of behavior that plays itself out again and again. Ashamed or bewildered, you ask yourself, "why do I keep doing this?" You want to get to the bottom of it all.
I work with individuals and couples who want to address these cycles and the core beliefs behind them to release the behaviors that no longer serve them. Together, we discover where small shifts are available. Over time, these small shifts can translate into big changes as your cycle is nudged onto a new path.
I have been practicing psychotherapy for 45 years. I am an active therapist, committed to staying deeply engaged in our moment-to-moment exchange. I am able to go to the depths of a client's experience, allowing for the release of tangled feelings, and the breaking open of psychological "knots." I employ EFT, and EMDR and Flash (for trauma), as well as guided imagery, which allows clients to access and make use of the expansive and healing capacities of the unconscious mind. I am also skilled in working pragmatically, helping people communicate better, shift habits of negative thinking, and solve troubling life concerns.
I have been practicing psychotherapy for 45 years. I am an active therapist, committed to staying deeply engaged in our moment-to-moment exchange. I am able to go to the depths of a client's experience, allowing for the release of tangled feelings, and the breaking open of psychological "knots." I employ EFT, and EMDR and Flash (for trauma), as well as guided imagery, which allows clients to access and make use of the expansive and healing capacities of the unconscious mind. I am also skilled in working pragmatically, helping people communicate better, shift habits of negative thinking, and solve troubling life concerns.
On the outside, some of us are competent, driven, and dependable in our daily life. But internally, we may struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, or a persistent sense that we're “not enough.” We feel stuck in this way and wish to break free from old narratives, unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, and relational dynamics that no longer serve us. Essentially, we want to reclaim an authentic connection with our self and others.
If this resonates with you, and your goal is to better understand yourself while learning practical, science-backed strategies to make real changes in your life today, I'm here to help you.
On the outside, some of us are competent, driven, and dependable in our daily life. But internally, we may struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, or a persistent sense that we're “not enough.” We feel stuck in this way and wish to break free from old narratives, unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, and relational dynamics that no longer serve us. Essentially, we want to reclaim an authentic connection with our self and others.
If this resonates with you, and your goal is to better understand yourself while learning practical, science-backed strategies to make real changes in your life today, I'm here to help you.
I offer a thoughtful, grounded space to help you better understand what’s happening beneath the surface of your experiences. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning on the outside, yet feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected internally - often repeating patterns they don’t fully understand.
My approach focuses on helping you develop deeper awareness of your patterns, emotions, and relationships - both with yourself and others. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s coming up for you, while also helping you recognize the patterns shaping your experiences and responses.
I offer a thoughtful, grounded space to help you better understand what’s happening beneath the surface of your experiences. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning on the outside, yet feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected internally - often repeating patterns they don’t fully understand.
My approach focuses on helping you develop deeper awareness of your patterns, emotions, and relationships - both with yourself and others. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s coming up for you, while also helping you recognize the patterns shaping your experiences and responses.
My style is warm, nurturing, and empathic. I’m a deep listener and aspire to see, hear, and accept all parts of you. As a therapist I am always on a growth journey as well, and have specialized training in Mindfulness & Self-Compassion, Expressive Arts Therapies, Buddhist Psychology, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
My style is warm, nurturing, and empathic. I’m a deep listener and aspire to see, hear, and accept all parts of you. As a therapist I am always on a growth journey as well, and have specialized training in Mindfulness & Self-Compassion, Expressive Arts Therapies, Buddhist Psychology, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Breaking down? Burnout often develops quietly through chronic stress, emotional labor, perfectionism, and the invisible mental load many carry every day. This isn’t a personal weakness—it’s a nervous system that’s been operating in survival mode for too long. An important message that something in your life needs attention and change. Therapy for burnout, stress, and anxiety offers a supportive space to slow down, restore balance, and build sustainable ways of living and working that protect your mental and emotional wellbeing.
Breaking down? Burnout often develops quietly through chronic stress, emotional labor, perfectionism, and the invisible mental load many carry every day. This isn’t a personal weakness—it’s a nervous system that’s been operating in survival mode for too long. An important message that something in your life needs attention and change. Therapy for burnout, stress, and anxiety offers a supportive space to slow down, restore balance, and build sustainable ways of living and working that protect your mental and emotional wellbeing.
You're looking for better coping skills and fulfillment in your life. You want less anxiety and more balance. You want to find peace with yourself. You're trying to decide whether to stay in the relationship or not. You're questioning your life choices. I get it! I help people work through life's transitions. Learn how to cope with feeling overwhelmed and lost. Learn to trust yourself and love yourself more. Increase self-esteem. Release shame. Set boundaries. Build true self-care. I also specialize in substance abuse and addiction, whether you are sober-curious, brand new to sobriety, or in long-term recovery.
You're looking for better coping skills and fulfillment in your life. You want less anxiety and more balance. You want to find peace with yourself. You're trying to decide whether to stay in the relationship or not. You're questioning your life choices. I get it! I help people work through life's transitions. Learn how to cope with feeling overwhelmed and lost. Learn to trust yourself and love yourself more. Increase self-esteem. Release shame. Set boundaries. Build true self-care. I also specialize in substance abuse and addiction, whether you are sober-curious, brand new to sobriety, or in long-term recovery.
Are you longing for a space where you can feel secure, heard, and genuinely understood? In our collaboration, you won't have to shrink, translate, or hide parts of who you are. As a transgender, queer, multicultural immigrant and trauma survivor living with (dis)abilities, I understand how complex it can be to show up as your whole self in a world that wasn’t built with you in mind. Together, we will create a grounded, welcoming environment to (re)connect with your intuition, part with what no longer helps you, and nurture the version of you that feels most real, present, and alive.
Are you longing for a space where you can feel secure, heard, and genuinely understood? In our collaboration, you won't have to shrink, translate, or hide parts of who you are. As a transgender, queer, multicultural immigrant and trauma survivor living with (dis)abilities, I understand how complex it can be to show up as your whole self in a world that wasn’t built with you in mind. Together, we will create a grounded, welcoming environment to (re)connect with your intuition, part with what no longer helps you, and nurture the version of you that feels most real, present, and alive.
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