Secular and Non-Religious Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Welcome, love.
If you’ve found your way here, something within you is ready to be met. Maybe it’s the quiet ache of becoming—the part of you that’s tired of overextending, of being the steady one while quietly falling apart. Maybe it’s the longing to be held in your wholeness—to be witnessed not only for your strength, but for your softness, your grief, your sacred truth.
This is a space of remembering. A space for healing, reconnection, and inner safety. You don’t have to perform here or hide the parts that feel like too much. You never were too much. You were always enough.
Welcome, love.
If you’ve found your way here, something within you is ready to be met. Maybe it’s the quiet ache of becoming—the part of you that’s tired of overextending, of being the steady one while quietly falling apart. Maybe it’s the longing to be held in your wholeness—to be witnessed not only for your strength, but for your softness, your grief, your sacred truth.
This is a space of remembering. A space for healing, reconnection, and inner safety. You don’t have to perform here or hide the parts that feel like too much. You never were too much. You were always enough.
Relationships, life transitions, and identity exploration are my specialties. I'm an East-West combo, combining soulful mindfulness, & depth work with creative exploration and real world practicality. I have trained extensively in IFS (Level 2), IFIO, and Somatic Therapy. I support folks with complex minds and hearts to heal (& grow) from the trauma and drama of this world, and to create a life worth living and loving. I work with dynamic individuals and couples who feel lost and want to find their way back to clarity, connection, and aliveness.
Relationships, life transitions, and identity exploration are my specialties. I'm an East-West combo, combining soulful mindfulness, & depth work with creative exploration and real world practicality. I have trained extensively in IFS (Level 2), IFIO, and Somatic Therapy. I support folks with complex minds and hearts to heal (& grow) from the trauma and drama of this world, and to create a life worth living and loving. I work with dynamic individuals and couples who feel lost and want to find their way back to clarity, connection, and aliveness.
Too often I work with individuals who have waited until the point of crisis to reach out for help, and relief can start much earlier. With empathy, sensitivity, and humor, I create a space in which you will feel seen and heard, meeting you with compassion as you move toward healing. In my San Francisco based practice I focus on issues including depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, parenting support, trauma, support for dads, relationship issues, substance abuse, transgender and gender non-binary support, and counseling for issues related to fertility including birth loss, including TFMR (termination for medical reasons).
Too often I work with individuals who have waited until the point of crisis to reach out for help, and relief can start much earlier. With empathy, sensitivity, and humor, I create a space in which you will feel seen and heard, meeting you with compassion as you move toward healing. In my San Francisco based practice I focus on issues including depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, parenting support, trauma, support for dads, relationship issues, substance abuse, transgender and gender non-binary support, and counseling for issues related to fertility including birth loss, including TFMR (termination for medical reasons).
Couples and individuals come to therapy navigating life transitions, addressing relationship challenges, and eager to work on a collaborative treatment. Many face burnout, grief, identity exploration, or the stress of high-demand careers. I’m especially attuned to those in the tech industry, balancing professional demands with personal well-being.
Couples and individuals come to therapy navigating life transitions, addressing relationship challenges, and eager to work on a collaborative treatment. Many face burnout, grief, identity exploration, or the stress of high-demand careers. I’m especially attuned to those in the tech industry, balancing professional demands with personal well-being.
If you are dealing with difficult life transitions, struggling in relationships, and feeling overwhelmed you are not alone. As a therapist I believe that sharing our struggles can unlock our ability to heal. My goal is to help you access the strengths you have to develop new skills that will make your life more manageable and allow you to thrive. We will work together to create a safe space where you will feel comfortable sharing your thoughts, fears, and unique experiences without fear of judgement or shame.
I will tailor our treatment process to meet your individual needs.
If you are dealing with difficult life transitions, struggling in relationships, and feeling overwhelmed you are not alone. As a therapist I believe that sharing our struggles can unlock our ability to heal. My goal is to help you access the strengths you have to develop new skills that will make your life more manageable and allow you to thrive. We will work together to create a safe space where you will feel comfortable sharing your thoughts, fears, and unique experiences without fear of judgement or shame.
I will tailor our treatment process to meet your individual needs.
You may feel stuck in your recurring patterns, whether in relationships, anxiety, depression, or life transitions> Many of the people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware but sense something deeper beneath the surface, shaping their lives. My approach is grounded in depth psychology, exploring unconscious patterns and early relational experiences that influence how we live and connect today. Together we work toward greater self-understanding, emotional freedom, and more authentic relationships.
You may feel stuck in your recurring patterns, whether in relationships, anxiety, depression, or life transitions> Many of the people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware but sense something deeper beneath the surface, shaping their lives. My approach is grounded in depth psychology, exploring unconscious patterns and early relational experiences that influence how we live and connect today. Together we work toward greater self-understanding, emotional freedom, and more authentic relationships.
Hello! My name is Emily Wong, and I am an LMFT. I take a compassionate approach to helping people identify their strengths and work through their struggles, but I also keep it real and authentically reflect what I am seeing. I enjoy working with many populations, but my focus areas are eating disorders, couples, anxiety, and depression. I work from a psychodynamic approach and incorporate themes from Gestalt and other humanistic modalities. I have a background in yoga, so I also enjoy bringing in breath and somatic work (only for the clients who want it!). I also work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective.
Hello! My name is Emily Wong, and I am an LMFT. I take a compassionate approach to helping people identify their strengths and work through their struggles, but I also keep it real and authentically reflect what I am seeing. I enjoy working with many populations, but my focus areas are eating disorders, couples, anxiety, and depression. I work from a psychodynamic approach and incorporate themes from Gestalt and other humanistic modalities. I have a background in yoga, so I also enjoy bringing in breath and somatic work (only for the clients who want it!). I also work from a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective.
Do you worry what others think, have negative self-talk, or feel down, and like something is missing in your life? Have goals or dreams that have gone to the wayside? Or does being on time, and washing the dishes consistently feel almost impossible?
If so, then you may have come to the right place. Thinking of, much less opening up to someone about these challenges can be hard enough, and may be even harder if you’re also concerned that you might be misunderstood, or not getting the best treatment possible because factors like ethnic background, gender identity, or neurodivergence are being considered too little (or too much).
Do you worry what others think, have negative self-talk, or feel down, and like something is missing in your life? Have goals or dreams that have gone to the wayside? Or does being on time, and washing the dishes consistently feel almost impossible?
If so, then you may have come to the right place. Thinking of, much less opening up to someone about these challenges can be hard enough, and may be even harder if you’re also concerned that you might be misunderstood, or not getting the best treatment possible because factors like ethnic background, gender identity, or neurodivergence are being considered too little (or too much).
You’re a driven person but your personal or romantic relationships seem to be a struggle. Why is it sometimes easier to meet your professional needs and not your personal needs? You might struggle with vulnerability or feel confused about your relationship. I specialize in helping people create better relationships and clear obstacles to those relationships.
You’re a driven person but your personal or romantic relationships seem to be a struggle. Why is it sometimes easier to meet your professional needs and not your personal needs? You might struggle with vulnerability or feel confused about your relationship. I specialize in helping people create better relationships and clear obstacles to those relationships.
I offer therapy for individual adults, parents, children and teens. With experience as a parent, teacher, mindfulness instructor, and group therapist for incarcerated individuals, I offer a client-centered approach to therapy that’s thoughtfully tailored to each individual or family. I currently have openings on Thursday afternoons.
I offer therapy for individual adults, parents, children and teens. With experience as a parent, teacher, mindfulness instructor, and group therapist for incarcerated individuals, I offer a client-centered approach to therapy that’s thoughtfully tailored to each individual or family. I currently have openings on Thursday afternoons.
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.
Are you trying to figure out who you are, what you want, and how to get there? Feeling stuck but not sure why? Starting to question if all the partying is getting in the way of your goals? Got a nagging feeling you may need more support than you currently have? Need clarity on your relationships and help on how to communicate things? Not sure about your career path, or totally burned out with the one you're in? Do you feel like you should have it all figured out by now? Let's get into it.
Are you trying to figure out who you are, what you want, and how to get there? Feeling stuck but not sure why? Starting to question if all the partying is getting in the way of your goals? Got a nagging feeling you may need more support than you currently have? Need clarity on your relationships and help on how to communicate things? Not sure about your career path, or totally burned out with the one you're in? Do you feel like you should have it all figured out by now? Let's get into it.
I work with adults, couples, and adolescents who are interested in more depth-oriented therapy. Many are thoughtful and curious about themselves but feel stuck in patterns in their relationships or overwhelmed by anxiety. Others are trying to understand how earlier experiences or trauma may continue to shape their lives. Together, we create space to slow down, reflect, and deepen understanding so that these patterns can begin to shift over time.
I work with adults, couples, and adolescents who are interested in more depth-oriented therapy. Many are thoughtful and curious about themselves but feel stuck in patterns in their relationships or overwhelmed by anxiety. Others are trying to understand how earlier experiences or trauma may continue to shape their lives. Together, we create space to slow down, reflect, and deepen understanding so that these patterns can begin to shift over time.
My therapy approach focuses on transformation over & above maintenance/symptom management. It is insight-oriented, grounded in intellect & intuition, simultaneously challenging & compassionate. Embracing the dynamic balancing act of life. Perhaps slowing down to soften & be present with uncertainty. Or finding grace after struggle, moving with the rhythms of your unique beingness: body, mind, & spirit. At times, stepping into fear to reclaim empowerment and strength. Present-moment oriented & multidimensional. Iconoclastic, both-and, non-normative lens. For a creative, meaningful & vital life path. Say yes to epistemic flexibility!
My therapy approach focuses on transformation over & above maintenance/symptom management. It is insight-oriented, grounded in intellect & intuition, simultaneously challenging & compassionate. Embracing the dynamic balancing act of life. Perhaps slowing down to soften & be present with uncertainty. Or finding grace after struggle, moving with the rhythms of your unique beingness: body, mind, & spirit. At times, stepping into fear to reclaim empowerment and strength. Present-moment oriented & multidimensional. Iconoclastic, both-and, non-normative lens. For a creative, meaningful & vital life path. Say yes to epistemic flexibility!
You're here because you or someone you love is having a tough time. It may be with something specific. It may be more general. Choosing to see a therapist is a courageous act. I applaud you for taking this step and I am glad you are here. We all experience challenges in life. My goal is to support you in whatever you're going through with kindness, curiosity, and compassion. We will figure out effective ways for you to navigate this experience.
Learning or relearning wholesome coping skills is a central part of the work we'll do together.
You're here because you or someone you love is having a tough time. It may be with something specific. It may be more general. Choosing to see a therapist is a courageous act. I applaud you for taking this step and I am glad you are here. We all experience challenges in life. My goal is to support you in whatever you're going through with kindness, curiosity, and compassion. We will figure out effective ways for you to navigate this experience.
Learning or relearning wholesome coping skills is a central part of the work we'll do together.
Taking steps towards healing and self-discovery can be daunting, especially when it means asking for help. With a warm, relational stance, I hope to create a safe, supportive space in which you feel welcomed to exploring the parts of your life that may feel overwhelming or scary. Therapy should not feel like a mystery but a collaborative conversation in which we work together to identify the soft spots that need care. With over ten years of experience, I meet with patients virtually throughout California and New York. I am specialized in working with LGBTQIA+ populations, religious trauma, anxiety, and health related concerns.
Taking steps towards healing and self-discovery can be daunting, especially when it means asking for help. With a warm, relational stance, I hope to create a safe, supportive space in which you feel welcomed to exploring the parts of your life that may feel overwhelming or scary. Therapy should not feel like a mystery but a collaborative conversation in which we work together to identify the soft spots that need care. With over ten years of experience, I meet with patients virtually throughout California and New York. I am specialized in working with LGBTQIA+ populations, religious trauma, anxiety, and health related concerns.
Exploring our identities, improving our relationships, and navigating life's stresses can be challenging and overwhelming. With warmth, collaboration, and action, I can help clients identify harmful patterns and make healthier decisions. This can look like uprooting internalized shame, exploring identities, journeying through transitions, processing trauma and stress, expanding coping skills, building self-compassion, managing depression and anxiety, and better connecting with our selves and our communities. Together, we can create a custom plan that builds upon your unique strengths and empowers you in pursuing your chosen goals!
Exploring our identities, improving our relationships, and navigating life's stresses can be challenging and overwhelming. With warmth, collaboration, and action, I can help clients identify harmful patterns and make healthier decisions. This can look like uprooting internalized shame, exploring identities, journeying through transitions, processing trauma and stress, expanding coping skills, building self-compassion, managing depression and anxiety, and better connecting with our selves and our communities. Together, we can create a custom plan that builds upon your unique strengths and empowers you in pursuing your chosen goals!
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.
Have you been feeling extra anxious lately? Or like things feel more out of control now than they ever have before? If so, you’re not alone. With the increasing demands of day-to-day life, it’s no wonder more and more people are reaching out for help. Taking that first step can be daunting, but I’m here to lighten the load. I use a collaborative, integrative approach to help individuals and couples find their peace. I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues.
Have you been feeling extra anxious lately? Or like things feel more out of control now than they ever have before? If so, you’re not alone. With the increasing demands of day-to-day life, it’s no wonder more and more people are reaching out for help. Taking that first step can be daunting, but I’m here to lighten the load. I use a collaborative, integrative approach to help individuals and couples find their peace. I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues.
I don’t want to give you the usual pitch on what I can offer as a therapist. The truth is, there are a lot of amazing therapists out there. There are also many that might not be the right fit for you. At the end of the day, finding a strong connection with a therapist is what matters most for seeing results. So I will be as direct as possible- I connect best with clients who are curious about new perspectives and want to think deeply on how they came to be the person they are today. Those who are looking to improve themselves and their relationships tend to connect best with the way I work. If this sounds like you, please read on.
I don’t want to give you the usual pitch on what I can offer as a therapist. The truth is, there are a lot of amazing therapists out there. There are also many that might not be the right fit for you. At the end of the day, finding a strong connection with a therapist is what matters most for seeing results. So I will be as direct as possible- I connect best with clients who are curious about new perspectives and want to think deeply on how they came to be the person they are today. Those who are looking to improve themselves and their relationships tend to connect best with the way I work. If this sounds like you, please read on.
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