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Josephine Kelly

Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW

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San Francisco, CA 94114
Trying to bridge the gap between authenticity and belonging? Do you want to be able to speak the hard truths and be met with compassion instead of judgement? Let's create a space where you feel safe enough to share your unpopular opinions and hot takes. I’ll sit with you and be a witness to your story, no matter how beautiful or terrible. Through our work you’ll learn to embrace your whole self: messy, complex, and capable of growth no matter your past.
I help LGBTQ+ adults and couples connect with difficult emotions so they can tap into their deepest joys. Don't know what you need to have a satisfying sex life? Trying to rebuild a loving connection after years of disconnection? Struggling with uncomfortable or painful sex? In therapy, explore how to move towards what feels good in a safe, supportive space.
Queer, trans, and nonbinary folks to the front, please! Are y'all exhausted and stressed out from living in a world that demands too much and doesn’t offer enough time for rest and connection? I’m here to support your recovery and nurture your resilience because you deserve a fulfilling life that embodies your most ambitious hopes and dreams.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

The Center for Mindful Psychotherapy

San Francisco, CA 94114

(510) 983-7359
My website
Right now, I'm especially excited about providing neuro-affirming autism assessments and emotionally-focused couples therapy!
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Sex Therapy and Autism 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Hi, I'm a queer and nonbinary therapist based in California. What if conflict could be an opportunity for intimacy instead of distance?
Josephine Kelly
Let's Connect (510) 983-7359
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

The Center for Mindful Psychotherapy

San Francisco, CA 94114

(510) 983-7359
My website
Right now, I'm especially excited about providing neuro-affirming autism assessments and emotionally-focused couples therapy!
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Sex Therapy and Autism 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Hi, I'm a queer and nonbinary therapist based in California. What if conflict could be an opportunity for intimacy instead of distance?
Josephine Kelly

Finances

Fees

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

Payment Methods

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

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I'm an out of network provider. I can provide you with a superbill for insurance reimbursement for most PPOs. If paying out of network is inaccessible please contact me about my sliding scale openings.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359
"
I'm an out of network provider. I can provide you with a superbill for insurance reimbursement for most PPOs. If paying out of network is inaccessible please contact me about my sliding scale openings.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 112629 Supervised by Beverly Ellison (California / 75361) Josephine Kelly
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended California State University East Bay, Master's in Social Work, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Sex Therapy Certificate at California Institute of Integral Studies 2023
  • Certificate from MIGDAS-2: A Strength-Based Approach to Understanding the Autistic Brain Style with Marilyn Monteiro 2025
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I have specialized training in sex therapy, somatic therapy, and neurodiversity-affirming autism assessments. I'm able to provide services to people living in California.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359
"
I have specialized training in sex therapy, somatic therapy, and neurodiversity-affirming autism assessments. I'm able to provide services to people living in California.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Sex Therapy
  • Autism

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergence
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work mostly with queer, bi, trans, nonbinary and/or kinky clients who are navigating relationship conflicts and past traumas. We collaboratively explore the narratives and obstacles that prevent them from feeling embodied and empowered. I like to approach healing holistically, integrating practical coping skills and somatic practices.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359
"
I work mostly with queer, bi, trans, nonbinary and/or kinky clients who are navigating relationship conflicts and past traumas. We collaboratively explore the narratives and obstacles that prevent them from feeling embodied and empowered. I like to approach healing holistically, integrating practical coping skills and somatic practices.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359

Endorsement

Aerin Riegelsberger
Aerin Riegelsberger
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSW
Two qualities (of many) that I admire in Josephine: their commitment to collective liberation and their unapologetic authenticity. I highly recommend this incredible healer and therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • AEDP
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a combination of EFT, somatic, and existential narrative therapy to help folks of all genders and sexualities with: sexual issues within relationships, painful sex, vaginismus, difficulty with orgasm, erectile and ejaculation dysfunction, sexual dysfunction related to medications, intimacy challenges from past sexual trauma, and distressing sexual fantasies.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359
"
I use a combination of EFT, somatic, and existential narrative therapy to help folks of all genders and sexualities with: sexual issues within relationships, painful sex, vaginismus, difficulty with orgasm, erectile and ejaculation dysfunction, sexual dysfunction related to medications, intimacy challenges from past sexual trauma, and distressing sexual fantasies.
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 983-7359

Groups


Location

Primary Location

The Center for Mindful Psychotherapy

San Francisco, CA 94114

(510) 983-7359
"
Right now, I'm especially excited about providing neuro-affirming autism assessments and emotionally-focused couples therapy!
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 983-7359
"
Right now, I'm especially excited about providing neuro-affirming autism assessments and emotionally-focused couples therapy!
Photo of Josephine Kelly, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Josephine Kelly
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Call for a free consultation now - (510) 983-7359