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Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
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Jessica Claire Lief

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

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San Francisco, CA 94118
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I have been practicing social work and working as a psychotherapist since 2014. I support individuals who are recovering from eating disorders, body image issues, substance use, trauma, self harm, Borderline Personality Disorder, prenatal and postpartum issues. I work with adults and teens. My style has been described as nurturing, empathic, and empowering. I am direct and authentic; I will never blame you for your suffering. My approach is primarily psychodynamic but combines aspects of feminist and social justice perspectives, mindful self-compassion, dialectical behavior therapy, Seeking Safety, and mindfulness. I use HAES.
Please call me for a free telephone assessment. My work involves authentic client connection, honesty, and creative solutions to help you pursue autonomy and clarity. In my practice, I treat Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), and Atypical and mixed-diagnosis eating disorders.
I look forward to meeting you and guiding you in your personal transformation. I will help you identify what is deeply meaningful and important in your life and can share concrete skills you need to get your needs met directly. I will support you in developing powerful, research supported, inner resources, (compassion, radical self-acceptance, confidence).
Call or Jessica Claire Lief now for a free 15 minute consultation - (628) 265-8809

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Francisco, CA 94118

(628) 265-8809
My website
I offer psychotherapy in person and virtually. I work from a health at every size and social justice perspective in all areas of my work.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Substance Use 
$275 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (628) 265-8809
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Francisco, CA 94118

(628) 265-8809
My website
I offer psychotherapy in person and virtually. I work from a health at every size and social justice perspective in all areas of my work.
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Borderline Personality (BPD) and Substance Use 
$275 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $275

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Paypal
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Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (628) 265-8809
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Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (628) 265-8809

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 87286 Jessica Claire Lief
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended New York University, MSW - Advanced Clinical Practice, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from William Alanson White Institute - Training Appetites and Urges Educational Training Program Eating disorders, addictions, and compulsions / 2017
  • Degree/Diploma from UC Law SF ( formerly University of California, Hastings College of the Law) Master of Studies in Law - Health Law Specialization / 2021
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I have two master's degree in social work and the law. I am expected to graduate from a Doctor of Social Work program from Simmons University in Summer of 2026. I have also completed psychoanalytic training in eating disorders, as well as advanced clinical supervision training from Smith College.
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 265-8809
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I have two master's degree in social work and the law. I am expected to graduate from a Doctor of Social Work program from Simmons University in Summer of 2026. I have also completed psychoanalytic training in eating disorders, as well as advanced clinical supervision training from Smith College.
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 265-8809

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Eating Disorders
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Substance Use

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • LGBTQ+
  • Licensed Professionals (nurses, lawyers, doctors)
  • Maternal Grief; Motherless Daughters; Body Image
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sports Performance
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in eating disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, addiction, self-harm, and trauma.
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 265-8809
"
I specialize in eating disorders, Borderline Personality Disorder, addiction, self-harm, and trauma.
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 265-8809

Endorsement

Denis Grigorov
Denis Grigorov
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerMBAMSNAPRNPMHNPBC
Jessica brings a warm, grounded presence that helps clients feel safe, seen, and supported. She truly understands eating disorders and complex trauma, and meets clients with compassion, honesty, and real-world guidance.

Client Focus

Participants

Individuals
Family

I also speak

Spanish, French

Participants

Individuals
Family

I also speak

Spanish, French

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness, Mindful Self-Compassion
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Seeking Safety
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Feminist/Womanist, HAES, Social Justice, self-compassion, and narrative therapy
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 265-8809
"
Feminist/Womanist, HAES, Social Justice, self-compassion, and narrative therapy
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (628) 265-8809

Location

Primary Location

San Francisco, CA 94118

(628) 265-8809

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I offer psychotherapy in person and virtually. I work from a health at every size and social justice perspective in all areas of my work.
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call for a free consultation now - (628) 265-8809
"
I offer psychotherapy in person and virtually. I work from a health at every size and social justice perspective in all areas of my work.
Photo of Jessica Claire Lief, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Jessica Claire Lief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLS, DSW
Call for a free consultation now - (628) 265-8809