Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Melissa D'Amore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94124
I draw from several modalities including Humanistic-Experiential, Cognitive Behavioral, Integral and Narrative therapy.
I help individuals who are seeking support through significant life changes or are suffering from past wounding to heal and to deepen self-awareness.
I draw from several modalities including Humanistic-Experiential, Cognitive Behavioral, Integral and Narrative therapy.
I help individuals who are seeking support through significant life changes or are suffering from past wounding to heal and to deepen self-awareness.
Rabia Khara
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT, PCC, RDT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94115
I am trained in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, gestalt, solution-focused, narrative, drama, art, EMDR and mindfulness-based approach to therapy.
As a clinician, the therapeutic process is only meaningful and complete with the reciprocity and engagement of those I work with. Each individual is unique and their stories are interwoven with a rich tapestry of diverse emotions. By balancing the abstract, creative, philosophical, and introspective aspects of life with friendliness, compassion, empathy and care, I walk the path with you on your journey toward peace and happiness.
I am trained in cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, gestalt, solution-focused, narrative, drama, art, EMDR and mindfulness-based approach to therapy.
As a clinician, the therapeutic process is only meaningful and complete with the reciprocity and engagement of those I work with. Each individual is unique and their stories are interwoven with a rich tapestry of diverse emotions. By balancing the abstract, creative, philosophical, and introspective aspects of life with friendliness, compassion, empathy and care, I walk the path with you on your journey toward peace and happiness.
Vesna Lubina Westbrook
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
I work with clients who are (highly) sensitive, empathic, or intuitive. Sensitive people have a finely attuned nervous system that is a huge gift when made conscious. They experience life deeply, yet don't always feel easily understood by others. Growing up, they often experienced not fitting in, and have adapted to a largely non-sensitive world in myriad ways that didn't always serve their best interest. I support sensitive people on their path to finding their voice, experiencing genuine relationships, purposeful work, and reclaiming their space in the world.
I work with clients who are (highly) sensitive, empathic, or intuitive. Sensitive people have a finely attuned nervous system that is a huge gift when made conscious. They experience life deeply, yet don't always feel easily understood by others. Growing up, they often experienced not fitting in, and have adapted to a largely non-sensitive world in myriad ways that didn't always serve their best interest. I support sensitive people on their path to finding their voice, experiencing genuine relationships, purposeful work, and reclaiming their space in the world.
Liana Filia Wenger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94131 (Online Only)
In individual therapy we enter into a non-judgmental and unconditional relationship in which we can be our true selves. Through weekly meetings together, we explore your belief systems, patterns and what makes you, you. With deep insight we formulate the tools for your personal growth. The process of therapy and its' unique container can ignite tremendous transformation in all facets of your life. I invite you to contact me and begin the healing process.
In individual therapy we enter into a non-judgmental and unconditional relationship in which we can be our true selves. Through weekly meetings together, we explore your belief systems, patterns and what makes you, you. With deep insight we formulate the tools for your personal growth. The process of therapy and its' unique container can ignite tremendous transformation in all facets of your life. I invite you to contact me and begin the healing process.
Elisabeth Schriber
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94110
What would you change about your life, if making a change didn’t feel so hard? In the best of circumstances, this is the role a psychotherapist can play in your life, a facilitator for positive change, someone who makes this process considerably less hard, possibly even enjoyable. I work with adults and couples who suspect that their lives could be richer, more gratifying, more authentically experienced, if only they could make some simple changes, because Sometimes it takes a little outside support to make that happen.
What would you change about your life, if making a change didn’t feel so hard? In the best of circumstances, this is the role a psychotherapist can play in your life, a facilitator for positive change, someone who makes this process considerably less hard, possibly even enjoyable. I work with adults and couples who suspect that their lives could be richer, more gratifying, more authentically experienced, if only they could make some simple changes, because Sometimes it takes a little outside support to make that happen.
Gabriella Calò Siegel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94105 (Online Only)
There are many reasons to seek out therapy. The ultimate purpose for considering therapy is often to resolve whatever is in the way of having a better life.
As an active, empathic and experienced psychotherapist, my goal is to assist individuals in overcoming the barriers that prevent them from experiencing, the relationships in their lives in a full and rich way. I work to understand each individual's unique struggle, while respecting personal history and cultural background.
Ultimately, I help individuals to see how past experiences and behavioral patterns may contribute to their current symptoms and difficulties.
There are many reasons to seek out therapy. The ultimate purpose for considering therapy is often to resolve whatever is in the way of having a better life.
As an active, empathic and experienced psychotherapist, my goal is to assist individuals in overcoming the barriers that prevent them from experiencing, the relationships in their lives in a full and rich way. I work to understand each individual's unique struggle, while respecting personal history and cultural background.
Ultimately, I help individuals to see how past experiences and behavioral patterns may contribute to their current symptoms and difficulties.
Panayiotis Frangos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94107
I am licensed from the Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage Family Therapist. I graduated from Notre Dame de Namur with a Master's in Science Clinical Psychology MFT. I was born in Greece and moved to the United States as a child, and have been a California Bay Area native ever since. Growing up in a Greek household, I am able to speak Greek fluently and I am proficient in Spanish. In my spare time, I am also learning Mandarin Chinese as languages are a passion of mine.
I am licensed from the Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage Family Therapist. I graduated from Notre Dame de Namur with a Master's in Science Clinical Psychology MFT. I was born in Greece and moved to the United States as a child, and have been a California Bay Area native ever since. Growing up in a Greek household, I am able to speak Greek fluently and I am proficient in Spanish. In my spare time, I am also learning Mandarin Chinese as languages are a passion of mine.
Renee Rios
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94122
I possess a passion for helping others along their life's journey. In my work, I arrive with sincerity, humility, optimism, and professionalism. My purpose is to hold a safe space--- removed of judgment and bias--- in order to facilitate healing, growth and transformation, so one can fulfill their life's purpose. I serve infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations through an intersectional approach to client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally-attuned, evidence-based, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions. Individual, couples, and family therapy available.
I possess a passion for helping others along their life's journey. In my work, I arrive with sincerity, humility, optimism, and professionalism. My purpose is to hold a safe space--- removed of judgment and bias--- in order to facilitate healing, growth and transformation, so one can fulfill their life's purpose. I serve infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations through an intersectional approach to client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally-attuned, evidence-based, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions. Individual, couples, and family therapy available.
Online Therapists
Sergio Baroni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Corte Madera, CA 94925 (Online Only)
Hello! Thank you for checking out my site. Please call me if you really want to set yourself up to thrive! As a seasoned therapist, life coach and happiness expert, I can show you how to dramatically improve your coping with stress, re-pattern thinking and habits and take empowered and purpose driven action to achieve lasting peace and happiness. I also can help you to improve your existing relationship or find one that is right for you. I use a holistic approach that considers all the factors affecting your well-being and develops a clear pathway for your wellness.
Hello! Thank you for checking out my site. Please call me if you really want to set yourself up to thrive! As a seasoned therapist, life coach and happiness expert, I can show you how to dramatically improve your coping with stress, re-pattern thinking and habits and take empowered and purpose driven action to achieve lasting peace and happiness. I also can help you to improve your existing relationship or find one that is right for you. I use a holistic approach that considers all the factors affecting your well-being and develops a clear pathway for your wellness.
Sana Therapy Collective
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
At Sana, we understand what it's like to go through pain, trauma, or depression. Isolation, impulsivity, or hopelessness become the only friends you know. You might have feelings of emptiness or conflict that make little sense. Trauma has been the backdrop of your life for as long as you can remember, and you're tired. Your goal is to recover, to find contentment, or just move through the world with a bit more ease. You have personal dreams and desires and would love to one day reach them.
At Sana, we understand what it's like to go through pain, trauma, or depression. Isolation, impulsivity, or hopelessness become the only friends you know. You might have feelings of emptiness or conflict that make little sense. Trauma has been the backdrop of your life for as long as you can remember, and you're tired. Your goal is to recover, to find contentment, or just move through the world with a bit more ease. You have personal dreams and desires and would love to one day reach them.
Merrill Powers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Carlos, CA 94070
Worried? Anxious? Blue? Feelings can be the result of your situation,or they can be triggered by deeper issues such as attachment, trauma, and unprocessed memories. EMDR "turbocharges" the processing of painful memories. Adults, teens, and children with a history of abuse, trauma, and loss can heal quickly. I also specialize in resolving relationship issues and helping families become stronger. Whether you need help to navigate life transitions or to realize your full potential for emotional growth, therapy is a highly interactive process. Together we develop a plan for treatment involving care and commitment. Feel better!
Worried? Anxious? Blue? Feelings can be the result of your situation,or they can be triggered by deeper issues such as attachment, trauma, and unprocessed memories. EMDR "turbocharges" the processing of painful memories. Adults, teens, and children with a history of abuse, trauma, and loss can heal quickly. I also specialize in resolving relationship issues and helping families become stronger. Whether you need help to navigate life transitions or to realize your full potential for emotional growth, therapy is a highly interactive process. Together we develop a plan for treatment involving care and commitment. Feel better!
Victoria Dobbins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Petaluma, CA 94952
Waitlist for new clients
I am a therapist who specializes in working with children, teens, young adults, and adults. I focus on supporting my clients in finding their voices within the systems they live. My goal as your therapist is to support you in navigating feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that are impacting your life, navigating changes/transitions, and achieving your personal goals. As a board certified art therapist (ATR-BC) I encourage my clients to explore themselves through the process of creative expression. I am a warm and welcoming, yet direct therapist, and my overall hope is to help you thrive!
I am a therapist who specializes in working with children, teens, young adults, and adults. I focus on supporting my clients in finding their voices within the systems they live. My goal as your therapist is to support you in navigating feelings, thoughts, and behaviors that are impacting your life, navigating changes/transitions, and achieving your personal goals. As a board certified art therapist (ATR-BC) I encourage my clients to explore themselves through the process of creative expression. I am a warm and welcoming, yet direct therapist, and my overall hope is to help you thrive!
Layla Subhani- Anxiety, Trauma, LGBTQ+
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Napa, CA 94558
Are you or your child struggling after a traumatic experience? Does your child or your teenager or child need help and support with bullying, friendships, school, or gender identity? Often, feelings of anxiety, depression, isolation, loneliness, or relationship difficulties are powered by past trauma or gender dysphoria. Difficult experiences in your past or mental health struggles in the present don't have to dictate your child's future. In our Parents of Trans Support Group, you can get practical help to understand your kid and open up communication. Children and teens can get the help that they need, esp gender-affirming care!
Are you or your child struggling after a traumatic experience? Does your child or your teenager or child need help and support with bullying, friendships, school, or gender identity? Often, feelings of anxiety, depression, isolation, loneliness, or relationship difficulties are powered by past trauma or gender dysphoria. Difficult experiences in your past or mental health struggles in the present don't have to dictate your child's future. In our Parents of Trans Support Group, you can get practical help to understand your kid and open up communication. Children and teens can get the help that they need, esp gender-affirming care!
Pamela Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Aptos, CA 95003
Pamela Thompson, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor/psychotherapist who specializes in treating children, teens and adults. Pamela works with clients to identify dysfunctional patterns in relationships, develop effective coping strategies, and to assist clients in reaching their therapy goals using cognitive behavioral therapy. In the last 6 years, she has worked extensively with client’s experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, adhd, and trauma in both private, outpatient clinic and school settings.
Pamela Thompson, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor/psychotherapist who specializes in treating children, teens and adults. Pamela works with clients to identify dysfunctional patterns in relationships, develop effective coping strategies, and to assist clients in reaching their therapy goals using cognitive behavioral therapy. In the last 6 years, she has worked extensively with client’s experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, adhd, and trauma in both private, outpatient clinic and school settings.
Susi Ferrarello
MA, PhD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
I am a philosophical counselor with more than ten years' experience consulting in philosophy in Italy, Switzerland, and the US. I've worked in the sexuality program at the California Institute for Integral Studies. My aim as a counselor is to enable you to "think through" compelling questions, decisions in your life to gain a greater sense of personal freedom, ethical clarity, and a sense of renewed vitality. In this work I draw upon my advanced training in classical and continental philosophy: my PhD in philosophy was completed at Sorbonne in Paris, and my philosophical consulting was completed in New York
I am a philosophical counselor with more than ten years' experience consulting in philosophy in Italy, Switzerland, and the US. I've worked in the sexuality program at the California Institute for Integral Studies. My aim as a counselor is to enable you to "think through" compelling questions, decisions in your life to gain a greater sense of personal freedom, ethical clarity, and a sense of renewed vitality. In this work I draw upon my advanced training in classical and continental philosophy: my PhD in philosophy was completed at Sorbonne in Paris, and my philosophical consulting was completed in New York
Diana Drips
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland, CA 95776 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Is anxiety getting in your way of you leading your best life? Is something that happened in your life years or even decades ago still impacting you and you don't know how to move past it? Are experiences from your past impacting your relationships? Your work? Your ability to be your best self? Do you have physical symptoms that don't seem to have a medical cause but cause you difficulty in your life? Are you experiencing unexplained panic symptoms? Therapy can help. My work focuses on healing past traumas to help you get your life back.
Is anxiety getting in your way of you leading your best life? Is something that happened in your life years or even decades ago still impacting you and you don't know how to move past it? Are experiences from your past impacting your relationships? Your work? Your ability to be your best self? Do you have physical symptoms that don't seem to have a medical cause but cause you difficulty in your life? Are you experiencing unexplained panic symptoms? Therapy can help. My work focuses on healing past traumas to help you get your life back.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.