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Ian Whitmarsh

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD

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Available both in-person and online
2964 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94123
I use a heart-centered approach to facilitate a sense of freedom and compassion for all that is inside you. I'm a Level 3 Internal Family Systems practitioner and I’m also a Professor in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at University of California San Francisco where I'm the co-Director of the UCSF Center on IFS. IFS is a method for going inward and getting to know and welcome all parts of you. We all have a creative power within us that knows how to heal and that cannot be damaged. In my work, I help you connect with that power inside yourself.
I offer in person therapy in San Francisco and online throughout California, supervised by Chelsea Owens, LMFT 100077. I specialize in issues of relationships, anxiety, career, shame, trauma, parenting, and grief. I affirm all different racial, gender, and sex identities.
I have experience providing relationship therapy for monogamous, ethically nonmonogamous, and polyamorous couples. I also offer 2-hour intensive IFS sessions to deepen into knowing and healing parts that have difficulty being approached in the standard one hour of psychotherapy.
Call or Ian Whitmarsh now for a free 15 minute consultation - (628) 313-4713

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2964 Fillmore Street

San Francisco, CA 94123 map

(628) 313-4713

Los Angeles, CA 90042

My website
I specialize in Polyamory & ENM, Relationship Issues and Parenting 
Let's Connect (628) 313-4713
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2964 Fillmore Street

San Francisco, CA 94123 map

(628) 313-4713

Los Angeles, CA 90042

My website
I specialize in Polyamory & ENM, Relationship Issues and Parenting 

Finances

Fees

  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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I don't take insurance but can provide a superbill.
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 313-4713
"
I don't take insurance but can provide a superbill.
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 313-4713

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 150580 Supervised by Chelsea Owens (California / 100077) Ian Whitmarsh
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended California Institute of Integral Studies, MA Counseling Psychology
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Internal Family System Institute Level 3 trained
  • Degree/Diploma from Princeton University PhD Medical Anthropology
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I've completed Level 3 training from the Internal Family Systems Institute and conduct research on IFS as a faculty member at University of California San Francisco. I also assist in the IFS Institute's Level 2 Training of psychotherapists.
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 313-4713
"
I've completed Level 3 training from the Internal Family Systems Institute and conduct research on IFS as a faculty member at University of California San Francisco. I also assist in the IFS Institute's Level 2 Training of psychotherapists.
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 313-4713

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Parenting

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
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Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (628) 313-4713
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Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (628) 313-4713

3 Endorsements

Mia Freund Stilwell (Formerly Walker)
Mia Freund Stilwell (Formerly Walker)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ian is earnest, wise and warm. He is one of those rare clinicians whose skill and commitment to his work, as both an IFS therapist and researcher, is fueled and enhanced by his own personal journey.
Chelsea Owens
Chelsea Owens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, MA
Ian's compassionate and warm presence creates safety for clients combined with his extensive skill grounded in Internal Family Systems. He honors clients wellbeing with deep respect, guiding clients toward healing with kindness, Self energy and insight.
Kelly Werner
Kelly Werner
Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Whitmarsh brings a grounded, attuned presence to his work. His calm steadiness, deep understanding of IFS, and genuine care create a safe, connected space for growth. He's a wise, compassionate choice for anyone seeking authentic healing.

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Gestalt
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (628) 313-4713
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (628) 313-4713

Location

Primary Location

2964 Fillmore Street

San Francisco, CA 94123

(628) 313-4713

Additional Location

Los Angeles, CA 90042

(628) 313-4713
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (628) 313-4713
Photo of Ian Whitmarsh, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Ian Whitmarsh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (628) 313-4713