Mike Guinasso
Psychological Associate, PhD
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You likely have a vague sense of what you want in life before even reaching out. My role is to help you clarify what truly matters, hold you accountable in pursuing it, and guide you through the emotional challenges that inevitably arise. My goal is not necessarily to make your life easier, but to help you live more meaningfully. This process can be challenging at times but my clients often find that the effort brings lasting value and growth.
My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a model that emphasizes flexibility and living in alignment with what truly matters to you. This process involves cultivating openness, honesty, and a willingness to face life’s challenges with compassion and resilience.
My deepest hope for every client is that they are able to build a life filled with meaning and purpose. Reaching for this kind of life involves facing difficult emotions, and I deeply respect the courage it takes to engage in that process each time clients walk through my door.
Call or Email Mike Guinasso now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 941-0434
Let's Connect (415) 941-0434
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Couple Sessions $275
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa Mike Guinasso
Psychological Associate, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 941-0434
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Expired Prelicense by State of California / 94029022 Supervised by Troy Dufrene (California / 35248) Mike Guinasso
- In Practice for 5 years
- Attended California School of Professional Psychology, PhD, Graduated 2025
- License: Limited License Psychologist State of New York P139133 / 2025
- Certificate from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Harvard Medical School Dr. Gregg Jacobs 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Mike Guinasso
Psychological Associate, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (415) 941-0434
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Career Counseling
- Drug Abuse
- Medical Detox
- Medication Management
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
Mike Guinasso
Psychological Associate, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 941-0434
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Humanistic
- Motivational Interviewing
Mike Guinasso
Psychological Associate, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 941-0434