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Kimberly Rudy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Available both in-person and online
414 Gough Street San Francisco, CA 94102
There comes a point when anxiety isn't just something you feel—it begins to shape how you see yourself. The people around you may see your strength without realizing how much anxiety, self-doubt, pressure, or pain you've been carrying beneath the surface. If you've spent years living by fear or impossible expectations, you may no longer know what it feels like to trust yourself. Somewhere along the way, self-doubt became more familiar than self-trust. No matter how much you accomplish, it still doesn't feel like enough. Therapy can help you trust yourself again.
Hi, I'm Kimberly Rudy, LCSW. For more than 21 years, I've helped women navigate anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief, and life transitions. Your anxiety has a story behind it. I integrate CBT, IFS-informed therapy, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy to help you better understand yourself, reduce anxiety, and build lasting self-trust.
You may wonder why trusting yourself feels so much harder than it should. Therapy can help you reconnect with your strengths and resilience. As your confidence in yourself grows, your decisions will reflect who you are—not who anxiety convinced you to be. Imagine what life could feel like when you trust yourself again. I'd love to help.
Call or Kimberly Rudy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 985-6617

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Hayes Valley

414 Gough Street

San Francisco, CA 94102 map

(415) 985-6617

San Francisco, CA 94131

My website
I provide therapy in-person in San Francisco in Hayes Valley and online throughout California. Available weekdays and evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (415) 985-6617
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Hayes Valley

414 Gough Street

San Francisco, CA 94102 map

(415) 985-6617

San Francisco, CA 94131

My website
I provide therapy in-person in San Francisco in Hayes Valley and online throughout California. Available weekdays and evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Women's Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I don't accept insurance, but I can provide you with a monthly receipt (superbill) that you can submit to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement. I'm happy to answer any questions about how this works.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617
"
I don't accept insurance, but I can provide you with a monthly receipt (superbill) that you can submit to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement. I'm happy to answer any questions about how this works.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 70251 Kimberly Alene Rudy
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended San Francisco State University, Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2006
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from IFS Institute: IFS Circle Training 4009163 / 2024
  • Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) 2025
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 21 years of experience helping women navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with specialized training in IFS-informed therapy.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617
"
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 21 years of experience helping women navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with specialized training in IFS-informed therapy.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Women's Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Body Image
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • People Pleasing
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and grief. My experience includes helping women navigate perfectionism, chronic self-doubt, difficult relationships, unresolved trauma, and major life transitions that continue to affect their daily lives.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617
"
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and grief. My experience includes helping women navigate perfectionism, chronic self-doubt, difficult relationships, unresolved trauma, and major life transitions that continue to affect their daily lives.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), IFS-informed therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, mindfulness, and other evidence based techniques. My approach emphasizes the mind-body connection, helping you understand how past experiences and emotions influence your thoughts, relationships, and physical well-being while developing practical tools.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617
"
I use an integrative, trauma-informed approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), IFS-informed therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, mindfulness, and other evidence based techniques. My approach emphasizes the mind-body connection, helping you understand how past experiences and emotions influence your thoughts, relationships, and physical well-being while developing practical tools.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 985-6617

Location

Primary Location

Hayes Valley

414 Gough Street

San Francisco, CA 94102

(415) 985-6617

Additional Location

San Francisco, CA 94131

(415) 985-6617
"
I provide therapy in-person in San Francisco in Hayes Valley and online throughout California. Available weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 985-6617
"
I provide therapy in-person in San Francisco in Hayes Valley and online throughout California. Available weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Kimberly Rudy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Rudy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 985-6617