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Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
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Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd

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Available both in-person and online
459 Fulton Street Suite 200 San Francisco, CA 94102
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You might often feel you need those around you to be “okay” in order for you to feel “okay,” and you may prioritize others over yourself. From the outside you are functional and successful, but inside you're carrying the weight of others' needs and expectations. Therapy is a great first step in shifting the focus to yourself. I enjoy working with a range of clients, but work especially well with those who identify as caretakers, codependents, loved ones of addicts, multicultural, & people-pleasers. I also specialize in working with children and families, such as those navigating anxiety, structural family changes, social challenges.
I help clients build their sense of self-worth by developing a true sense of safety, freedom, groundedness, and acceptance within themselves, and in fostering reciprocal and interdependent relationships with those around them. My style of therapy is a combination of psychodynamic, relational, and somatic, attuning to the client's individual needs.
Starting therapy can feel scary and vulnerable, even when you feel ready. It can seem unimaginable to ask someone else to support you, especially when you've been supporting yourself and others for so long. However, if you're ready to shed your caretaker persona, I invite you to reach out to me, or check out my website, to see if we're a good fit.
Call or Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 390-2845

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

459 Fulton Street

Suite 200

San Francisco, CA 94102 map

 (415) 390-2845
Website
I currently offer in-person sessions on Fridays in Hayes Valley, and I meet with clients virtually throughout the rest of the week.
I specialize in Codependency, Child and Family Conflict 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
A little "get to know me" clip.
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Let's Connect (415) 390-2845
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

459 Fulton Street

Suite 200

San Francisco, CA 94102 map

 (415) 390-2845
Website
I currently offer in-person sessions on Fridays in Hayes Valley, and I meet with clients virtually throughout the rest of the week.
I specialize in Codependency, Child and Family Conflict 
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
A little "get to know me" clip.
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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I offer sliding scale rates to educators and people in caretaking professions. I currently am not in-network for any insurance, but I can provide a superbill for clients seeking reimbursement.
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Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845
"
I offer sliding scale rates to educators and people in caretaking professions. I currently am not in-network for any insurance, but I can provide a superbill for clients seeking reimbursement.
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845

Qualifications

    Associate Marriage & Family Therapist: Rachel Forbes
  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 161957 Supervised by Aaron Hagaman (California / 52152) Rachel Forbes

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Attended California Institute of Integral Studies, Master in Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2025

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from California State Multi-Subject Teaching Credential / 2013
  • Degree/Diploma from Sarah Lawrence College Master in the Science of Education / 2013
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In addition to my Master degree in Counseling Psychology, I also have a Master in the Science of Education, and over a decade of experience working in schools with children.
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845
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In addition to my Master degree in Counseling Psychology, I also have a Master in the Science of Education, and over a decade of experience working in schools with children.
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Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Codependency
  • Child
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Caregivers
  • Divorce
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Eldest siblings
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Women's Issues
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I often work with clients who prioritize other's needs & feelings over their own. I help them refocus on themselves, through identifying their own feelings and needs, communicating and maintaining their boundaries, and discovering their innate sense of self-worth. I also work with children and their families through play and talk therapy, to undo unhelpful patterns and make space for connection.
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845
"
I often work with clients who prioritize other's needs & feelings over their own. I help them refocus on themselves, through identifying their own feelings and needs, communicating and maintaining their boundaries, and discovering their innate sense of self-worth. I also work with children and their families through play and talk therapy, to undo unhelpful patterns and make space for connection.
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845

6 Endorsements

Malu Beltran
Malu Beltran
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, EMDR
Rachel is an empathic clinician who skillfully weaves together talk therapy and somatic awareness. She creates fertile ground for clients to deepen insight into their "yes" and "no," supporting the development of healthier boundaries and greater self-trust
Teresa King
Teresa King
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Rachel is a well-rounded, insightful clinician with particular aptitude in supporting recovery from codependence. Her background in education strengthens her work with children, adolescents, and the inner child present in every adult. A true powerhouse.
Asher Styrsky
Asher Styrsky
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT, MA
I know Rachel to be a passionate, reliable, direct, and deeply caring human. Creativity and playfulness compliment her determination, strength, and strategic approach; precisely the type of qualities needed to be a competent and capable therapist.
Rachel Parnes
Rachel Parnes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Rachel brings a depth of empathy and presence that comes from having done the work herself. She understands what it means to be the one who holds everything together and how costly that role can become over time. I confidently recommend her to clients.
Shavika Singha- Teens, Adults & Couples
Shavika Singha- Teens, Adults & Couples
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Rachel brings a grounded warmth & sharp attunement that makes her especially gifted with clients who have spent their lives holding it together for everyone else. She gets it, not just clinically but humanly. I highly recommend working with her!
Diana Aberizk
Diana Aberizk
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Rachel is a gifted clinician with a combination of deep emotional attunement, sharp clinical thinking, and a warm, creative approach. She creates a safe, supportive environment where clients are able to do meaningful work. Highly recommended.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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As a therapist, I am direct, caring, authentic, experimental, and sometimes playful! (We might even laugh together.) My approaches to therapy are psychodynamic (I believe there is a connection between your present and your past), relational (I view our relationship as the foundation of our work), and somatic (I understand that our feelings are experienced in our bodies).
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845
"
As a therapist, I am direct, caring, authentic, experimental, and sometimes playful! (We might even laugh together.) My approaches to therapy are psychodynamic (I believe there is a connection between your present and your past), relational (I view our relationship as the foundation of our work), and somatic (I understand that our feelings are experienced in our bodies).
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 390-2845

Location

Primary Location

459 Fulton Street

Suite 200

San Francisco, CA 94102

(415) 390-2845

Email Us

Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I currently offer in-person sessions on Fridays in Hayes Valley, and I meet with clients virtually throughout the rest of the week.
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 390-2845
"
I currently offer in-person sessions on Fridays in Hayes Valley, and I meet with clients virtually throughout the rest of the week.
Photo of Rachel Forbes - Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Rachel Forbes | Therapy for Those Who Care
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, MA, MSEd
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 390-2845