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Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Vanessa Brown

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 914-9354
Let's Connect (415) 914-9354
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Are you experiencing issues related to stress, anxiety, depression, loss of identity, trauma, or lack of confidence? Are these issues causing you to neglect your own self-care, misuse substances, and/or isolate from family and friends? Do you need support with navigating personal or professional relationships? Are you exploring your sexual or gender identity? Managing a major life transition or preparing for one? These are the times when therapy can be helpful. We can work together to identify your goals, improve your quality of life, and develop a strong sense of self in the process.
I have extensive experience working with issues of anxiety, depression, stress management, racial trauma, post traumatic stress, relationship conflict, navigating toxic work environments, sexuality and gender, and substance use issues. I utilize a compassionate, strength-based, solution-focused approach.
My goal is to provide a safe, non judgmental space where you can develop insight and understanding of who you are, and to recognize patterns that are holding you back from achieving your personal and/or professional goals. In our work together I will support you in developing new capacities to make the positive changes you want and deserve in your life.
Call or Vanessa Brown now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 914-9354

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Francisco, CA 94114

(415) 914-9354

Santa Cruz, CA 95064

I am currently providing both Telehealth and in person sessions. Please contact me by email or phone to schedule a consultation call.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Substance Use and LGBTQ+ 
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (415) 914-9354
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Francisco, CA 94114

(415) 914-9354

Santa Cruz, CA 95064

I am currently providing both Telehealth and in person sessions. Please contact me by email or phone to schedule a consultation call.
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Substance Use and LGBTQ+ 
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $220
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Magellan
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Out of Network
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"I am in-network with several insurance panels for individual therapy, and I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and couples. Sliding scale fees are based need and availability.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354
"
"I am in-network with several insurance panels for individual therapy, and I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and couples. Sliding scale fees are based need and availability.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 109693 Vanessa Brown

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Attended Wright Institute, MA, Counseling Psychology, Graduated 2012

    • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by State of California / 109693
  • Degree/Diploma from Long Island University MA, Clinical Psychology / 2001
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I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with 21 years of experience. My specializations include treating mood disorders, substance use issues, trauma, managing stress, and adjusting to major life changes. I work with the BIPOC, LGBTQIA, Neurodiverse, and Kink communities.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354
"
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with 21 years of experience. My specializations include treating mood disorders, substance use issues, trauma, managing stress, and adjusting to major life changes. I work with the BIPOC, LGBTQIA, Neurodiverse, and Kink communities.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Mood Disorders
  • Substance Use
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Polyamorous and Kink relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I have experience treating anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and working with the LGBTQ community. The therapist/client relationship is a collaboration. I meet clients where they are at when developing treatment goals and treatment planning. I work with clients in developing insight into the sources of their symptoms and related behaviors and developing tools to improve quality of life.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354
"
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and working with the LGBTQ community. The therapist/client relationship is a collaboration. I meet clients where they are at when developing treatment goals and treatment planning. I work with clients in developing insight into the sources of their symptoms and related behaviors and developing tools to improve quality of life.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Hispanic and Latino

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I utilize a strength based, non judgmental approach. I have an eclectic style of treatment and utilize various evidence based therapeutic models. In our work together we will collaborate on which therapeutic interventions will best assist you in reaching your goals. Throughout treatment, I will be getting feedback from you on what is effective and will adjust the treatment plan as needed.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354
"
I utilize a strength based, non judgmental approach. I have an eclectic style of treatment and utilize various evidence based therapeutic models. In our work together we will collaborate on which therapeutic interventions will best assist you in reaching your goals. Throughout treatment, I will be getting feedback from you on what is effective and will adjust the treatment plan as needed.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (415) 914-9354

Location

Primary Location

San Francisco, CA 94114

(415) 914-9354

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Santa Cruz, CA 95064

(415) 914-9354

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I am currently providing both Telehealth and in person sessions. Please contact me by email or phone to schedule a consultation call.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 914-9354
"
I am currently providing both Telehealth and in person sessions. Please contact me by email or phone to schedule a consultation call.
Photo of Vanessa Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Vanessa Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 914-9354