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Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD
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Sam del Castillo

Psychologist, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Redwood City, CA 94063
Let's Connect (650) 563-6067
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There’s wisdom in the ways we’ve had to be to survive - it’s important to honor that. Yet at some point, we can move beyond survival and into fuller living. I specialize in working with people who feel “different” and those who want to break patterns (intergenerational or their own). These folks are often trans, nonbinary, exploring gender, LGBTQ+, immigrants/children of immigrants, and BIPOC. I also support parents, particularly of LGBTQ+ children or who are LGBTQ+ themselves, as well as men who felt “too sensitive” or had to be “strong” and want to explore a masculinity that’s right for them.
My approach is collaborative - it is crucial to me that you feel understood and supported in our work. I attune to culture, religion, and all parts of who you are. I am direct, yet warm, and use humor when possible. I draw from psychodynamic, feminist theory, and somatic approaches. I have training in DBT and CBT and occasionally use these as well.
Whether you’re figuring out who you truly are or what relationships you want, are tired of being “the strong one,” or want to process past experiences, it would be an honor to work with you. Through our work together, I hope you will deepen your connection to yourself and others and have greater choice in your life.
Call or Sam del Castillo now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 563-6067

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Redwood City, CA 94063

(650) 563-6067

San Francisco, CA 94114

Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.
I specialize in Transgender, LGBTQ+ and Racial Identity 
$290 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (650) 563-6067
Photo of Sam del Castillo, PhD, Psychologist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Redwood City, CA 94063

(650) 563-6067

San Francisco, CA 94114

Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.
I specialize in Transgender, LGBTQ+ and Racial Identity 
$290 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $290
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Although I am not currently accepting insurance, I can provide a superbill for out-of-network insurance reimbursement
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
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Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD
"
Although I am not currently accepting insurance, I can provide a superbill for out-of-network insurance reimbursement
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
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Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY35496 Samantha Del Castillo
  • In Practice for 1 Year
  • Certificate from California State University, Long Beach Doctoral Internship / 2022
  • Degree/Diploma from Stanford University Postdoctoral Fellowship / 2023
  • Attended University of California, Santa Barbara, Ph.D., Graduated 2022
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I have extensive experience and specialized training in working with adults and young adults with various concerns including anxiety, OCD, depression, identity exploration, relationship issues, and trauma. I am licensed in California. Hablo Espanol.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
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Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD
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I have extensive experience and specialized training in working with adults and young adults with various concerns including anxiety, OCD, depression, identity exploration, relationship issues, and trauma. I am licensed in California. Hablo Espanol.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
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Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Transgender
  • LGBTQ+
  • Racial Identity

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Body Positivity
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in working with clients who struggle to fit in, feel left out, "othered," those who want to break patterns (intergenerational or their own), men who want to discover their own masculinity, queer and trans people, and parents. I am trained as a generalist, which means I have experience working with a variety of issues and concerns.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
Photo of Sam del Castillo, PhD, Psychologist
Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD
"
I specialize in working with clients who struggle to fit in, feel left out, "othered," those who want to break patterns (intergenerational or their own), men who want to discover their own masculinity, queer and trans people, and parents. I am trained as a generalist, which means I have experience working with a variety of issues and concerns.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
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Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD

3 Endorsements

Madeleine Kannan
Madeleine Kannan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Sam offers a supportive healing space guided by intersectional feminism, advanced psychology training, and the wisdom of their own life experiences. Sam's clients benefit immensely from their insightful, liberatory approach to therapy.
Katie Ohene-Gambill
Katie Ohene-Gambill
PsychologistPsyD
Dr. del Castillo will take you to new heights! They offer a warm and inviting therapeutic space in which you will gain insight and grow. From their insightful perspective to their liberation psychology lens, you will be in excellent hands with their care.
Dr. Jared Boot-Haury
Dr. Jared Boot-Haury
PsychologistPsyD MBACSTHSP
Sam and I work together for LGBTQ+ client advocacy. I have observed Sam navigate advocacy with the same care and passion as they would with clients. I refer to them for their specialty work with LGBTQ+ folx.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Feminist
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My primary goal is that, through our work, you will feel more connected to yourself, others, and your life. I aim to increase agency and choice in all aspects of your life. I primarily use psychodynamic and feminist/liberation approaches. I will ask in-depth questions that guide you to reflect. For issues like OCD and panic attacks, I may include CBT and DBT interventions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
Photo of Sam del Castillo, PhD, Psychologist
Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD
"
My primary goal is that, through our work, you will feel more connected to yourself, others, and your life. I aim to increase agency and choice in all aspects of your life. I primarily use psychodynamic and feminist/liberation approaches. I will ask in-depth questions that guide you to reflect. For issues like OCD and panic attacks, I may include CBT and DBT interventions.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (650) 563-6067
Photo of Sam del Castillo, PhD, Psychologist
Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD

Location

Primary Location

Redwood City, CA 94063

(650) 563-6067

Additional Location

San Francisco, CA 94114

(650) 563-6067
"
Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 563-6067
Photo of Sam del Castillo, PhD, Psychologist
Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD
"
Providing services in person in Redwood City and virtually throughout California. Available Monday-Friday.
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 563-6067
Photo of Sam del Castillo, PhD, Psychologist
Sam del Castillo
Psychologist, PhD