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Emily Means

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC

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Available both in-person and online
582 Market St Suite 1608 San Francisco, CA 94104
Depth-oriented therapy for people who have achieved a lot, but don't feel at home in themselves. You’re doing well by most measures—but your life doesn't feel the way you expected. Maybe you’re burning out, cycling through worn-out patterns in relationships, or just-about-collapsing under the pressure to "always be optimizing." Many of the people I work with are outwardly capable and successful, yet internally wrestling with self-doubt, insecurity, or the feeling that they should somehow be handling things better or enjoying their life more. If this sounds familiar, you don't have to navigate it alone.
Therapy here isn’t about controlling, correcting, or criticizing— our work focuses on shifting your relationship with yourself. It’s about rediscovering curiosity, compassion, and self trust, so you can begin to experience and enjoy the life you’ve been building all along.
If this resonates, please reach out to schedule a free phone consultation or an initial session. I offer individualized care and flexible scheduling for busy clients, with same-week session availability.
Call or Emily Means now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 455-7648

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

582 Market St

Suite 1608

San Francisco, CA 94104 map

(510) 455-7648
My website
I offer therapy sessions in downtown San Francisco on Mondays and Wednesdays and virtually via Zoom on most weekdays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and Relationship Issues 
$275 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (510) 455-7648
Photo of Emily Means, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

582 Market St

Suite 1608

San Francisco, CA 94104 map

(510) 455-7648
My website
I offer therapy sessions in downtown San Francisco on Mondays and Wednesdays and virtually via Zoom on most weekdays.
I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and Relationship Issues 
$275 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $275
  • Couple Sessions $330
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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I'm not accepting insurance at this time, but have some sliding scale availability. Please reach out for more info.
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 455-7648
"
I'm not accepting insurance at this time, but have some sliding scale availability. Please reach out for more info.
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 455-7648

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 115449 Emily Means
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS), MA, Graduated 2016
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I'm a LMFT and LPCC in the state of California with over ten years of experience.
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 455-7648
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I'm a LMFT and LPCC in the state of California with over ten years of experience.
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 455-7648

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Self Esteem
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Racial Identity
  • School Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (510) 455-7648
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (510) 455-7648

6 Endorsements

Elizabeth Miller
Elizabeth Miller
CounselorMAPPSLPCC
Emily is a rare clinician - creative, warm, and deeply skilled. Her blend of talk and drama therapy helps clients heal in ways that feel alive and real. I recommend her wholeheartedly.
Jessica Daniel
Jessica Daniel
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Emily brings a rare blend of perceptive insight and deep compassion to her practice. She creates a non-judgmental space that celebrates her clients unique journeys and fosters meaningful change.
Kim Moody
Kim Moody
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Emily is compassionate, curious, and astute. She creates a safe space for stepping out of one's comfort zone, enabling growth. Emily helps high-achievers look beyond their accomplishments to find deeper meaning and fulfillment through self-inquiry.
Alana Kivowitz
Alana Kivowitz
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Emily has a gift for meeting clients exactly where they are, especially folks who "look fine" on the outside but feel stuck underneath. She offers a warm space to help you reconnect with yourself in a way that feels both relieving & empowering!
Anitha Mohan
Anitha Mohan
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Emily is a seasoned and warm therapist. She brings creativity and curiosity to the work that makes it feel alive and expansive. I highly recommend Emily if you are seeking a safe place to deepen your connection to yourself.
Alexis Warrington- Attachment and Trauma Therapist
Alexis Warrington- Attachment and Trauma Therapist
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Emily has been a trusted colleague and consistent referral source for me because I have seen the positive growth her clients experience. Her grounded and thoughtful approach is one that creates real safety for people doing hard work.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (510) 455-7648
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Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (510) 455-7648

Location

Primary Location

582 Market St

Suite 1608

San Francisco, CA 94104

(510) 455-7648
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I offer therapy sessions in downtown San Francisco on Mondays and Wednesdays and virtually via Zoom on most weekdays.
Photo of Emily Means, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 455-7648
"
I offer therapy sessions in downtown San Francisco on Mondays and Wednesdays and virtually via Zoom on most weekdays.
Photo of Emily Means, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Emily Means
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 455-7648