Shannon
Marriage & Family Therapist, DHSc, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC (she, her)
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Therapy is most effective when it is both compassionate and intellectually rigorous. My approach integrates evidence-based methods with a deep respect for each client’s lived experience, identity, and nervous system. I work collaboratively, helping clients make sense of patterns that have shaped their lives and relationships — and supporting them in developing new, more sustainable ways of relating to themselves and others.
I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and families who value depth, insight, and compassionate understanding. With advanced clinical training and certifications, I support clients navigating complex emotional, relational, and neurodivergent experiences toward clarity and lasting growth.
I am especially drawn to working with individuals and families who have felt misunderstood, overlooked, or “too complex” for traditional therapy settings. Many of my clients are thoughtful, self-aware people who want more than surface-level strategies — they are seeking insight, clarity, and a therapist who can hold complexity with care and confidence.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Couple Sessions $300
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle Shannon Frank-Richter
Marriage & Family Therapist, DHSc, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 617-8994
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 132811 Shannon Frank-RichterLicense state differs from primary location state.
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended University of the Pacific & Palo Alto University, DHSc & MA, Graduated 2018
- License: Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists Licensed Professional Counselor C8801 / 2024
- License: Washington Department of Health Licensed Mental Health Counselor 61550035 / 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Shannon Frank-Richter
Marriage & Family Therapist, DHSc, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 617-8994
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Coping Skills
- Autism
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Dementia
- Depression
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Shannon Frank-Richter
Marriage & Family Therapist, DHSc, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 617-8994
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Adlerian
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Shannon Frank-Richter
Marriage & Family Therapist, DHSc, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (408) 617-8994
Location
Additional Location
Project Rebound - San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA 94132
(408) 617-8994Nearby Areas
Shannon Frank-Richter
Marriage & Family Therapist, DHSc, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC
Call for a free consultation now - (408) 617-8994