Trauma Focused Therapists in San Francisco, CA

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Firebird Healing
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94115
At Firebird Healing we specialize in treating trauma. We know that experiencing trauma can impact every aspect of your life. Unresolved and unhealed trauma can profoundly impact your mental and emotional well-being, body, work, relationships, creativity, and success. Experiences of trauma profoundly shape how you see yourself and the world, and are often at the root of life struggles and difficulties. Trauma is often what underlies conditions such as depression, anxiety, addiction, conflicts, difficulties, or a lack of joy and satisfaction with living. The experts at Firebird Healing have found that addressing trauma and engaging the support, healing, and tools to triumph over trauma is one of the most profound, expansive, and life-altering choices you can make.
At Firebird Healing we specialize in treating trauma. We know that experiencing trauma can impact every aspect of your life. Unresolved and unhealed trauma can profoundly impact your mental and emotional well-being, body, work, relationships, creativity, and success. Experiences of trauma profoundly shape how you see yourself and the world, and are often at the root of life struggles and difficulties. Trauma is often what underlies conditions such as depression, anxiety, addiction, conflicts, difficulties, or a lack of joy and satisfaction with living. The experts at Firebird Healing have found that addressing trauma and engaging the support, healing, and tools to triumph over trauma is one of the most profound, expansive, and life-altering choices you can make.
(415) 329-3677 View (415) 329-3677
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Melanie Maddox
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, EMDR, BSP
Online Only
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
(415) 969-2738 View (415) 969-2738
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Mikaela Marie Weidman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have worked with high-acuity clients, utilizing a trauma-informed lens to help them create and progress on their treatment goals. Currently, I work with adults in substance use recovery, leading group therapy to provide psychoeducation on relapse prevention. I also have a lot of experience with adolescents which I love, especially the 13-18-year-old range. It is so fun to meet them on their journey to adulthood and equip them with the skills they need to live a healthy fulfilling life. I have also been privileged to teach socioemotional well-being skills and support to pre-kindergarten to eighth-grade students.
I have worked with high-acuity clients, utilizing a trauma-informed lens to help them create and progress on their treatment goals. Currently, I work with adults in substance use recovery, leading group therapy to provide psychoeducation on relapse prevention. I also have a lot of experience with adolescents which I love, especially the 13-18-year-old range. It is so fun to meet them on their journey to adulthood and equip them with the skills they need to live a healthy fulfilling life. I have also been privileged to teach socioemotional well-being skills and support to pre-kindergarten to eighth-grade students.
(628) 285-3765 View (628) 285-3765
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Ginger Rhodes
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
It is human to experience distress when we live through trauma – single events or ongoing. I work with people who are trying to manage that distress. In addition to survivors, I also work with those impacted by other people's trauma. That group can include loved ones and professionals who manage other people’s distress. I offer relational psychotherapy to individuals and trauma-focused case consultation to professionals. I am developing a sub-specialty in working with journalists exposed to occupational chronic stress and trauma. I have an appreciation for the role of journalism. It is a privilege to work with news professionals.
It is human to experience distress when we live through trauma – single events or ongoing. I work with people who are trying to manage that distress. In addition to survivors, I also work with those impacted by other people's trauma. That group can include loved ones and professionals who manage other people’s distress. I offer relational psychotherapy to individuals and trauma-focused case consultation to professionals. I am developing a sub-specialty in working with journalists exposed to occupational chronic stress and trauma. I have an appreciation for the role of journalism. It is a privilege to work with news professionals.
(415) 323-0984 View (415) 323-0984
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Alex Theberge
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Thank for your interest in my therapy practice. I’m a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in helping people heal from childhood trauma, PTSD, and psycho-emotional wounds. I see healing as a deeply personal and meaningful journey to recover our authentic wholeness and unique gifts for the world. It often involves reconnecting to and integrating split-off parts of ourselves, clearing traumatic memories, and releasing blockages and old patterns that no longer serve us. I work with a variety of healing modalities that are particularly helpful for healing trauma, including EMDR, journey work, parts work, and hypnotherapy.
Thank for your interest in my therapy practice. I’m a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in helping people heal from childhood trauma, PTSD, and psycho-emotional wounds. I see healing as a deeply personal and meaningful journey to recover our authentic wholeness and unique gifts for the world. It often involves reconnecting to and integrating split-off parts of ourselves, clearing traumatic memories, and releasing blockages and old patterns that no longer serve us. I work with a variety of healing modalities that are particularly helpful for healing trauma, including EMDR, journey work, parts work, and hypnotherapy.
(415) 797-0197 View (415) 797-0197
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Javier Omar Meléndez-Vega
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
For Cash Pay: Sliding Scale Available Upon Request Hi, I’m Javier, a trauma-focused ecotherapist and founder of Eutierria Therapy. I help Black, Indigenous, and People of Color heal from deep-rooted trauma, especially the historical and intergenerational wounds that affect identity and belonging. My approach blends trauma-informed care, cultural sensitivity, nature-based practices, and ketamine-assisted therapy to guide you on a holistic journey of self-discovery, healing, and reconnection with both your cultural heritage and the natural world.
For Cash Pay: Sliding Scale Available Upon Request Hi, I’m Javier, a trauma-focused ecotherapist and founder of Eutierria Therapy. I help Black, Indigenous, and People of Color heal from deep-rooted trauma, especially the historical and intergenerational wounds that affect identity and belonging. My approach blends trauma-informed care, cultural sensitivity, nature-based practices, and ketamine-assisted therapy to guide you on a holistic journey of self-discovery, healing, and reconnection with both your cultural heritage and the natural world.
(415) 599-4978 View (415) 599-4978
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Beth Cassel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, SEP
San Francisco, CA 94115
Parts work, somatic and trauma focused modalities and my warm, flexible, interactive approach augment our collaboration.
My approach helps access early, implicit memories and beliefs about ourselves that helped us cope but conflict with our authentic self, blocking healing and fulfilling our potential. We strive to understand and validate these ways of coping, which allows them to soften and release burdens so they work together, creating more ease and ability to expand.
Parts work, somatic and trauma focused modalities and my warm, flexible, interactive approach augment our collaboration.
My approach helps access early, implicit memories and beliefs about ourselves that helped us cope but conflict with our authentic self, blocking healing and fulfilling our potential. We strive to understand and validate these ways of coping, which allows them to soften and release burdens so they work together, creating more ease and ability to expand.
(415) 237-4332 View (415) 237-4332
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Maya Holmes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
I offer a safe and brave space for individuals navigating grief, trauma, depression, identity exploration, life transitions, and inherited legacy burdens. If you're ready to do the deep, meaningful work, you’re in the right place. I believe therapy isn’t just about treating symptoms—it’s about understanding the deeper systems and social symbols that shape your experience. Trauma does not exist in a vacuum. It’s personal and political. Your story matters in every dimension. This is an invitation to reclaim your narrative, reconnect with your parts, and move through the world with more clarity, compassion, and power.
I offer a safe and brave space for individuals navigating grief, trauma, depression, identity exploration, life transitions, and inherited legacy burdens. If you're ready to do the deep, meaningful work, you’re in the right place. I believe therapy isn’t just about treating symptoms—it’s about understanding the deeper systems and social symbols that shape your experience. Trauma does not exist in a vacuum. It’s personal and political. Your story matters in every dimension. This is an invitation to reclaim your narrative, reconnect with your parts, and move through the world with more clarity, compassion, and power.
(415) 949-2463 View (415) 949-2463
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Gabby Kligis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
Hi, I’m Gabby! Professionally, I am a licensed therapist, but at heart I will always be a small town midwest gal with a passion for helping others. I have over 12 years experience providing counseling and therapy services to at-risk and underserved populations in a variety of mental health treatment settings including outpatient clinics, hospital settings, schools, and residential treatment centers. My values lie in empathy, integrity, and the promotion of self advocacy which is reflected in the care I provide to my clients.
Hi, I’m Gabby! Professionally, I am a licensed therapist, but at heart I will always be a small town midwest gal with a passion for helping others. I have over 12 years experience providing counseling and therapy services to at-risk and underserved populations in a variety of mental health treatment settings including outpatient clinics, hospital settings, schools, and residential treatment centers. My values lie in empathy, integrity, and the promotion of self advocacy which is reflected in the care I provide to my clients.
(657) 629-5195 View (657) 629-5195
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Nancy Roberts
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Has trauma impacted your ability to navigate close relationships or set healthy boundaries? Do you feel exhausted from people pleasing, compassion fatigue, masking your needs, or sensory overload? I offer a supportive space where healing can take root. Together, we work to reconnect with your authentic self, breaking free from old patterns and fostering healthier, more fulfilling relationships with yourself and those around you. I also support those identifying as neurodiverse such as highly sensitive persons (HSPs) or those with ADHD who feel marginalized by a neurotypical-dominant culture.
Has trauma impacted your ability to navigate close relationships or set healthy boundaries? Do you feel exhausted from people pleasing, compassion fatigue, masking your needs, or sensory overload? I offer a supportive space where healing can take root. Together, we work to reconnect with your authentic self, breaking free from old patterns and fostering healthier, more fulfilling relationships with yourself and those around you. I also support those identifying as neurodiverse such as highly sensitive persons (HSPs) or those with ADHD who feel marginalized by a neurotypical-dominant culture.
(415) 873-9076 View (415) 873-9076
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Kristine Burkman
Psychologist
San Francisco, CA 94102
My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals facing stress and burnout in high-stakes professions—including medical providers, first responders, high-performing executives, and athletes. With nearly two decades of experience in trauma-focused research and clinical care, I bring a nuanced understanding of what it means to operate under chronic exposure to risk, responsibility, and adversity. I hold deep respect for the strength it takes to show up day after day—balancing the weight of these demanding roles with the complex, often unseen, challenges and joys of life outside of work.
My practice is dedicated to supporting individuals facing stress and burnout in high-stakes professions—including medical providers, first responders, high-performing executives, and athletes. With nearly two decades of experience in trauma-focused research and clinical care, I bring a nuanced understanding of what it means to operate under chronic exposure to risk, responsibility, and adversity. I hold deep respect for the strength it takes to show up day after day—balancing the weight of these demanding roles with the complex, often unseen, challenges and joys of life outside of work.
(415) 504-2455 View (415) 504-2455
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Sherri Criqui
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I'm licensed in Missouri and California and specialize in trauma focused and solution focused treatment modalities.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past experiences? Trauma can shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world - but it doesn't have to define your future. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate complex effects of trauma, whether it stems from childhood experiences, relationships, loss, or life transitions.
I'm licensed in Missouri and California and specialize in trauma focused and solution focused treatment modalities.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by past experiences? Trauma can shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world - but it doesn't have to define your future. I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate complex effects of trauma, whether it stems from childhood experiences, relationships, loss, or life transitions.
(213) 523-7050 View (213) 523-7050
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Ashley Ah Hyun Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Francisco, CA 94115
We specialize in Trauma and PTSD. We work with individual adults who have a long history of childhood trauma, sexual violence and abuse, difficult family dynamics, intergenerational trauma, cultural differences with their parents, family members with substance use issues, social anxiety, phobias, and depression. We help you process what happened, attend to and be with your emotions without dissociating, and rather find relief from sharing the stories. We also work with people whose doctors have recommended seeking trauma therapy like EMDR therapy.
We specialize in Trauma and PTSD. We work with individual adults who have a long history of childhood trauma, sexual violence and abuse, difficult family dynamics, intergenerational trauma, cultural differences with their parents, family members with substance use issues, social anxiety, phobias, and depression. We help you process what happened, attend to and be with your emotions without dissociating, and rather find relief from sharing the stories. We also work with people whose doctors have recommended seeking trauma therapy like EMDR therapy.
(650) 955-4312 View (650) 955-4312
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Emily Rodriguez-Leon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Therapy along with treatment models Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Child Parent Psychotherapy can help you find more meaning in your relationships, become more productive with your work, create a space for self-care, and find enjoyment in your life with those you love.
As your therapist, I am passionate about my role in helping children, teens, adults, couples, and parents find peace and healthy coping. From my 7-year experience providing therapy to Birth-50, I believe that children, individuals, parents, and families need to learn the skills and tools to love, accept and trust themselves in the process of an intervention.
Therapy along with treatment models Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Child Parent Psychotherapy can help you find more meaning in your relationships, become more productive with your work, create a space for self-care, and find enjoyment in your life with those you love.
As your therapist, I am passionate about my role in helping children, teens, adults, couples, and parents find peace and healthy coping. From my 7-year experience providing therapy to Birth-50, I believe that children, individuals, parents, and families need to learn the skills and tools to love, accept and trust themselves in the process of an intervention.
(858) 422-1927 View (858) 422-1927
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John Robles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I have used a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution therapy, mythopoetic, unconditional positive regard, strategic, trauma focused, mindfulness, and skill development.
Hi, my name is John Robles, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has engaged with people, by way of a client centered approach, to partner with them in continuing their self-improvement journey. I have worked with clients struggling with anxiety, stress, post-traumatic stress, depression, existential struggles and relational challenges. The conditions I am most comfortable treating are Anxiety, Depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I have used a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution therapy, mythopoetic, unconditional positive regard, strategic, trauma focused, mindfulness, and skill development.
Hi, my name is John Robles, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has engaged with people, by way of a client centered approach, to partner with them in continuing their self-improvement journey. I have worked with clients struggling with anxiety, stress, post-traumatic stress, depression, existential struggles and relational challenges. The conditions I am most comfortable treating are Anxiety, Depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
(415) 230-2644 View (415) 230-2644
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Gwen Staples
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP II
Online Only
I offer cognitive behavioral, cognitive reprocessing, trauma focused cognitive behavioral, solution focused, mindfulness, bilateral stimulation, positive psychology, Somatic Yoga & Restorative Yoga and other evidence based modalities to help clients process their trauma that presents as anxiety, depression and stress.
If you are feeling stuck due to a traumatic past that you are struggling to deal with and you need an empathetic, knowledgeable, experienced professional to help you navigate through the broken and dysregulated pieces then email me today. Trauma can show up in so many different ways from depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, dysfunctional relationships, and so much more. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional 2 it is my goal to not only assist you in the process of healing but to help you establish coping skills to manage distress and maintain appropriate self-care so that you can obtain peace and emotional well being.
I offer cognitive behavioral, cognitive reprocessing, trauma focused cognitive behavioral, solution focused, mindfulness, bilateral stimulation, positive psychology, Somatic Yoga & Restorative Yoga and other evidence based modalities to help clients process their trauma that presents as anxiety, depression and stress.
If you are feeling stuck due to a traumatic past that you are struggling to deal with and you need an empathetic, knowledgeable, experienced professional to help you navigate through the broken and dysregulated pieces then email me today. Trauma can show up in so many different ways from depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, dysfunctional relationships, and so much more. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional 2 it is my goal to not only assist you in the process of healing but to help you establish coping skills to manage distress and maintain appropriate self-care so that you can obtain peace and emotional well being.
(424) 332-1658 View (424) 332-1658
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Emma Ashley-Roth
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I believe that each and every one of us has the potential to uncover the most thriving version of ourselves- the version that knows we are deeply loveable, worthy, and capable. We uncover and step into that by healing the emotional wounds that cause us to think otherwise about ourselves and the world, by bringing attention to those wounds with empathy and care. Therapy can be a transformative resource on that journey.
I believe that each and every one of us has the potential to uncover the most thriving version of ourselves- the version that knows we are deeply loveable, worthy, and capable. We uncover and step into that by healing the emotional wounds that cause us to think otherwise about ourselves and the world, by bringing attention to those wounds with empathy and care. Therapy can be a transformative resource on that journey.
(415) 384-9669 View (415) 384-9669
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Dorise Hebenstreit
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Online Only
My focus is to help individuals and families heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. As the therapeutic area of concern is introduced, we can begin to work together in developing empowerment of self as we set up together healthy and achievable goals. I aim to establish include compassion, good communication and trust. In our relationship then I will work alongside you to develop your own coping tools. My approach is a person-centered (positive type) direction to further your strengths and resilience which is tailored towards your specific goals and needs.
My focus is to help individuals and families heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. As the therapeutic area of concern is introduced, we can begin to work together in developing empowerment of self as we set up together healthy and achievable goals. I aim to establish include compassion, good communication and trust. In our relationship then I will work alongside you to develop your own coping tools. My approach is a person-centered (positive type) direction to further your strengths and resilience which is tailored towards your specific goals and needs.
(415) 877-9581 View (415) 877-9581
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Lara Curry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
My name is Lara Curry. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I've helped people struggling with anxiety, depression, alcohol use, relationship issues, and relapse prevention. I employ EMDR, Family Systems, Psychodynamic, Trauma-focused, and Solution-focused brief therapy modalities. I assume anyone seeking psychotherapy genuinely desires to help sort out the difficulties in their lives. I try to work as a co-investigator to understand the issues and help explain how they evolved and how to resolve them in an informal, caring partnership with my clients.
My name is Lara Curry. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I've helped people struggling with anxiety, depression, alcohol use, relationship issues, and relapse prevention. I employ EMDR, Family Systems, Psychodynamic, Trauma-focused, and Solution-focused brief therapy modalities. I assume anyone seeking psychotherapy genuinely desires to help sort out the difficulties in their lives. I try to work as a co-investigator to understand the issues and help explain how they evolved and how to resolve them in an informal, caring partnership with my clients.
(661) 271-6194 View (661) 271-6194
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Amy Mandel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 122139, EMDR trained provider, dedicated mental health specialist with an infinite passion for providing genuine care to my patients. Her expertise in mental health and cultural differences allows her to reach individuals from all walks of life. She takes an integrated approach to treating a plethora of mental health struggles.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 122139, EMDR trained provider, dedicated mental health specialist with an infinite passion for providing genuine care to my patients. Her expertise in mental health and cultural differences allows her to reach individuals from all walks of life. She takes an integrated approach to treating a plethora of mental health struggles.
(415) 949-2988 View (415) 949-2988

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