Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

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Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA (she, her)

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2211 Post Street Suite 300 San Francisco, CA 94115

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Life is full of many challenges that distance us from our true selves at times. If there is any part of you that feels stuck, confused, anxious, depressed, broken; If you are having doubtful, fearful, or critical thoughts that are weighing you down or interfering with your contentment in your relationships or family or work, therapy can help. I guide you to connect to your inner wisdom, the “true you” that knows what is right and best for you. We work to unburden you from unhelpful thoughts and behaviors so that you can live a more free and fulfilled life.

I practice somatic therapy, meaning we listen together to your whole being: mind body spirit. With a speciality in relationship and couples therapy, I support individuals and pairs to work through differences and conflict, navigate changes, and find the connection you desire. I also offer sex therapy for restoring or expanding pleasure in your relationship.

Anaïs Nin said “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to ones own courage." The fact that you are seeking therapy says you have the courage to expand yourself and the possibilities for your life. Thank you for your courage to reach out. I'll be glad to chat.

Call or Email Joanna Calabrese now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 612-6580

My Practice at a Glance

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Sima Space Therapy Offices

2211 Post Street

Suite 300

San Francisco, CA 94115 map

(415) 612-6580

3120 Telegraph Ave

Berkeley, CA 94705 map

My website

I can meet you online every week OR we can meet in- person once a month in SF or Berkeley (with the other 3 weeks online). You choose!

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Sex Therapy

$180 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

It's important that it feels easy and comfy to be with your therapist. This video will give you a small sense of me.

Let's Connect (415) 612-6580

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Sima Space Therapy Offices

2211 Post Street

Suite 300

San Francisco, CA 94115 map

(415) 612-6580

3120 Telegraph Ave

Berkeley, CA 94705 map

My website

I can meet you online every week OR we can meet in- person once a month in SF or Berkeley (with the other 3 weeks online). You choose!

I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Sex Therapy

$180 Per Session

I see individuals and couples

It's important that it feels easy and comfy to be with your therapist. This video will give you a small sense of me.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $180
Couple Sessions $225
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

Out of Network

I can provide a superbill with all the information you'll need to file out-of-network claims with your insurance.

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

I can provide a superbill with all the information you'll need to file out-of-network claims with your insurance.

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 141694 Joanna Calabrese

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 6 years

Attended California Institute for Integral Studies, MA Integral Counseling Psycology, Graduated 2020

Prior to being a therapist, I worked for a decade as an environmental advocate and community organizer. This is where I learned that relationships and trust matter most and are the key to lasting change! I am an avid student, trained in many modalities to help with many issues. See below.

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Relationship Issues
Anxiety
Sex Therapy

Expertise

Climate and eco-anxiety & grief
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Polyamory & ENM
Psychedelic integration therapy
Self Esteem
Stress
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I work with many clients who feel stuck, lonely, unmet, or burnt-out in their relationships. In our sessions, we dive into exploring the issues at hand. We identify patterns, make connections, and find new insight and awareness. I guide you to take risks and make changes to create/attract the connection you desire. Most clients see their relationships improve immediately, and more-so over time.

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

9 Endorsements

Brian Thompson

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Joanna is a deeply attuned, big hearted therapist who is committed to her client's freedom and liberation. I highly recommend reaching out to her if you are looking for support, guidance, or a great couples therapist!

Josh Freund

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Joanna is an exceptionally sweet and talented therapist. I highly recommend you reach out!

Helen Cowart

Registered Psychological Associate

Joanna's depth of insight, as well as devotion and care for her clients is profound. I hIghly recommend working with her!

Troy Piwowarski

Psychologist, PsyD

I've had the privilege of working closely with Joanna for the past three years. She is one of my top go-to referrals because of how much I trust her work. She is skillful, curious, real, approachable, and dedicated to her craft. Highly recommend!

Kristin Herbert, other wise

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

As her colleague, I've had the opportunity to consult with Joanna on numerous cases. I especially value her expertise on sexuality and non-monogamy, as well as her commitment to treating clients with climate grief and anxiety.

Nicole Bermensolo

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC

Knowing Joanna in a professional capacity is inspiring! She is an authentic, caring, dedicated, and skilled therapist who always has the best interests of her clients in mind. She is truly a gem in the field of therapy. I recommend her wholeheartedly.

Dana Andrews

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Joanna is a compassionate, skilled, and thoughtful therapist. She is especially great at supporting couples in navigating open relationships and helping people who are struggling with ecological grief and anxiety. She's a gift to know and work with!

Eva Smith

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

Joanna has a deeply attuned and genuine presence and is able to support clients in areas of life where folks are opening into being most fully who they are rather than what society is telling us we should be. I am so glad to send referrals her way!

Sylvia Wenninger

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Joanna's competence as a therapist, particularly with couples, is rare to find. She can hold a safe space while also gently challenging clients in ways that will help to move them towards growth and healing.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
EMDR
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Experiential Therapy
Feminist
Hakomi
Humanistic
Imago
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Psychodynamic
Somatic
Transpersonal
Trauma Focused

I primarily use somatic-trauma therapies (IFS, Hakomi, and EMDR). In our first sessions we will identify which parts of you are in conflict, stuck, or wanting attention. With somatic-trauma work, we'll practice exploring these parts with mindfulness, curiosity, and compassion. I'll help you change the way you relate to your self and your feelings and let go of unwanted burdens.

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 612-6580

Groups

Women's Climate & Ecological Loss Group

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Joanna Calabrese

A therapeutic group for women who feel distress around ecological loss, the climate crisis and the polycrisis. I weave tools from somatic therapy, art therapy, and eco therapy - such as mindfulness, movement, storytelling, grief ritual, etc.- to support women to move through despair and find renewed energy for action. The group runs for 3 months and includes 2 in-person meetings in the Bay Area on weekend days plus 7 meetings on Zoom on Thurs evenings. Accepting new members now for the 2025 cohort!

Expertise

Anxiety

Grief

Women's Issues

Types of Therapy

Art Therapy

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$80

Group Meets

Every Tue

Location

Berkeley, CA 94704

Email Joanna Calabrese about this group or call - (415) 612-6580

Location

Primary Location

Sima Space Therapy Offices

2211 Post Street

Suite 300

San Francisco, CA 94115

(415) 612-6580

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

3120 Telegraph Ave

Berkeley, CA 94705

(415) 612-6580

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Western Addition

I can meet you online every week OR we can meet in- person once a month in SF or Berkeley (with the other 3 weeks online). You choose!

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call for a free consultation now - (415) 612-6580

I can meet you online every week OR we can meet in- person once a month in SF or Berkeley (with the other 3 weeks online). You choose!

Joanna Calabrese

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Call for a free consultation now - (415) 612-6580

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