Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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San Francisco, CA 94102

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Hi! I specialize in ADHD & Trauma, depression, and anxiety, and how these struggles show up in women, BIPOC, and LGBTQI+ folks who’ve historically been overlooked. Living with ADHD and/or Trauma can be frustrating, scary, overwhelming, and lonely. Maybe you've been criticized or put down for things outside of your control - called “too sensitive, too lazy, too much, not enough.” Or maybe you’ve dealt with family, partners, peers, or even strangers who made you feel unworthy, unwelcome, or unsafe. I’m here to help you better understand, care for, and honor your voice, so you can feel more clarity, confident, and alignment.

Imagine a space where you can truly practice being who you are authentically. Personal and collective trauma can teach us to silence our own voices and disconnect from the loving, expansive parts of ourselves. This means we don’t get to practice being our true selves, which can lead to minimizing our true selves, deferring our happiness, and feeling lost.

I know asking for help is hard, especially when we've been let down repeatedly. I invite you to go at whatever pace feels right for you. For once, this will be a space where you can truly know there’s no judgment and no rush - a place where you can practice being yourself completely. My cat Mimi & I are ready when you are!

Call or Email Haruna Matsusaka now for a free 15 minute consultation - (408) 872-8541

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Francisco, CA 94102

(408) 872-8541

San Jose, CA 95112

My website

I offer virtual sessions over video that you can access from the comfort of your home. I hold sessions Mon to Thurs between 10am and 5pm.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, ADHD and Immigration & Acculturation

$190 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (408) 872-8541

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Francisco, CA 94102

(408) 872-8541

San Jose, CA 95112

My website

I offer virtual sessions over video that you can access from the comfort of your home. I hold sessions Mon to Thurs between 10am and 5pm.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, ADHD and Immigration & Acculturation

$190 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $190
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I provide monthly superbills for partial reimbursement for folks who have out-of-network behavioral health benefits. I'm happy to help you find out whether you have these benefits. If not, please don't hesitate to inquire about sliding scale options.

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 100051 Haruna Matsusaka

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 4 years

Attended University of California, Berkeley, Master of Social Welfare, Graduated 2018

Additional Credentials

License: State of Washington LW61198413 / 2022

I started my career as a counselor for survivors of sexual & intimate partner violence in college. Since then, I've had the privilege of supporting teens and adults of all ages in community, clinic, hospital, residential, and virtual settings on their mental health journeys for over ten years.

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
ADHD
Immigration & Acculturation

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQ+
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Social Issues
Stress

From start to finish, I invite us to make collaborative decisions around the pacing of our work. You can expect a lot of questions at the start, but know that you don't have to answer any of them until you feel safe to do so! We'll first take care of any pressing pain in the present and with time and a greater sense of stability, we'll delve deeper and care for the roots of your struggles.

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

9 Endorsements

Erin Miller-Brennan

Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, LPCC

Haruna has been my trusted colleague for 2+ year! She never ceases to amaze me with her clinical expertise, compassionate support, and authentic spirit. Her breadth of clinical training shows up naturally in her work through her humility and allyship.

Jamila M Brown

Psychologist, PsyD

With extensive experience in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, life transitions, and expertise in multicultural and marginalized populations issues, Haruna's compassionate approach makes her an excellent choice for mental health support.

Sophia Deno

Counselor, LMHC, LPC

Haruna is an incredibly dedicated and compassionate therapist. I have had the pleasure of working closely with Haruna and have been consistently impressed with her professionalism, expertise, and dedication to providing exceptional therapeutic care.

Vanessa Glatt

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC

I can't speak enough about Haruna's deep connection and care for her clients. She is committed to advocacy while providing a safe and protected space. Haruna has a gentle and humble personality with a breadth of experience providing quality therapy.

Cindy Jones

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Haruna's approach to therapy is compassionate, knowledge-based and wise beyond her years. Her work with clients who identify as marginalized, neurodiverse and victims of IPV is a genuine strength.

Brianna Hernandez

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Haruna is innately empathetic and compassionate. She is current with Social Justice issues and care practices to support her practice with others. She truly cares and it shows in her actions.

Radha Dalal

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A

I highly recommend Haruna! She is a truly gifted clinician who brings both deep empathy and sharp clinical insight to her practice. She creates a beautifully safe and validating space for her clients to heal and grow.

Sayaka Ashe

Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC

Haruna creates a safe, affirming space for ADHD and trauma healing. She deeply understands the experiences of women, BIPOC, and LGBTQI+ clients and helps people feel seen, empowered, and more confident in themselves. Haruna is a thoughtful and empathetic.

Luca Oliver Chang

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

For anyone struggling with ADHD and self-acceptance, I highly recommend Haruna. Her warmth, sense of humor, and clarity offer a balm to the shame and self-doubt that can so easily eat away at us when we don't fit into normative models of being.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Conversational Japanese & Spanish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Conversational Japanese & Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Narrative
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

IFS is the main focus of my practice, which helps us compassionately explore your inner worlds and the parts within it that hold onto and protect us from our pain. I also invite Buddhist-based mindfulness practices, which helps us feel more present with and loving towards our mind and body. I also offer non-pathologizing education, care, and resources for ADHD & trauma.

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 872-8541

Location

Primary Location

San Francisco, CA 94102

(408) 872-8541

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Additional Location

San Jose, CA 95112

(408) 872-8541

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I offer virtual sessions over video that you can access from the comfort of your home. I hold sessions Mon to Thurs between 10am and 5pm.

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 872-8541

I offer virtual sessions over video that you can access from the comfort of your home. I hold sessions Mon to Thurs between 10am and 5pm.

Haruna Matsusaka

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (408) 872-8541

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