Therapists in San Francisco, California CA
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Gwendolyn Evans, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
My life mission is to create Inner Peace, one person at a time, one couple at a time. Are you anxious or depressed? Struggling with emotional or physical infidelity? Feeling lonely, overwhelmed or undervalued in your life and relationships? Are you struggling with racial or cross-cultural issues? I've worked with all of these issues and experienced many of them myself, as a mixed-race person: African-American/Irish-Apache. There are ways to make peace with yourself while walking through our world of challenges.
32 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94109
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Vanessa Ffrench
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (140713), Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor
I am a somatic psychotherapist and approach therapy holistically, focusing on the mind-body-spirit. My background and training is in early childhood development, mindfulness and meditation practices, and somatic psychology. I believe in processing and healing past wounds, while also working with the body and what is coming up in the present moment using body-oriented techniques and mindfulness. I also use ancient yogic practices and approach healing considering your subtle body energy system if you are interested (e.g. chakra health, breathing techniques, movement, etc).
15 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Josie Valderrama
Psychologist, PsyD
My approach is eclectic, inclusive and multi-modal--reflecting the complexity and paradox within each of us. I specialize at the intersection of gender, sexual and relational diversity + ethnic diversity + neurodiversity. Respectful of clients' spiritual grounding and cultural identity. Geared towards achieving greater balance, peace of mind and effectiveness in life. As a creative writer, I am seasoned in working with fellow creatives to support their generativity and self-acceptance. Often, my work is with alt high achievers addressing everyday anxieties as well as broader existential issues. Prior sojourns in Dotcom era tech, journalism and the entertainment industry inform my real-world perspective. Well-traveled, bohemian, intellectual and transpersonal within the therapeutic milieu, I collaborate with clients in both practical and transcendent processes.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94110
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Courtland McPherson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
You can’t pinpoint when it happened, but all of a sudden you don’t feel the same. You’re waking up feeling discontent and struggling to get out of bed. Sometimes, you find yourself wondering what you’re doing with yourself… You don’t feel fulfilled at all. You think you should feel great – You have the job, the friends, likes and follows from your connections… yet you still feel alone. Your inner voice is telling you something is missing.
You know something is off… but you don’t want to stay this way. You’re ready to make changes in your life. You want to feel refreshed, energized, healthy, and ready to tackle the day. You want more out of friendships, coupledom, parenthood, work, and life. You want to be back on track – like you again, but an expanded version. You want the fire back!
I’m here to help you with online consultation scheduling and services designed with you in mind. My clients appreciate my straightforward, no-jargon, real-world approach. If you are ready to feel better and get back on track, then let’s get to work. Schedule an appointment today, right now—no more waiting.
17 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Marcelle Little
Marriage and Family Therapist, MPH, MA
I take a holistic approach to healing to integrate the physical body, emotions, nervous system, mind, and spirt as well as honor the lived experiences of diverse cultures, beliefs, and traditions. I have experience in private practice as well as intensive outpatient settings, working with teens, adults, couples, and families.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Anxiety Eliminated
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Health Coach, MBA
I have a 95% success rate in releasing anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, sleep challenges, over consumption of alcohol, ADHD, grief, non-drug related addictions, and relationship challenges. My sessions include a powerful releasing process that reduces negative thinking, and therefore disables the continual re-imprinting and magnification of past painful experiences. Please listen to video testimonials at www.AnxietyEliminated.com to hear the stories of clients who have healed.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94104
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Lisa Andresen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Getting sick of what's bothering you? Are your thoughts feeling tough to control? Been challenging to unwind, enjoy yourself, or get a good night's sleep? Feeling emotionally lonely, frustrated with family, or disappointed with your friends?
You may be successful professionally and still experience dips in your self-esteem, mood, and energy. Imposter syndrome goes hand in hand with perfectionism, procrastination, and productivity. The irony is you may be working harder than most people around you, and yet feel worse about yourself than they do.
You don't have to keep living like this. Therapy can help you understand how your mind works and optimize accordingly. For example, you can catch self-defeating negative thoughts and reframe them to be more helpful for you through CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
You have the right to feel better too.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94107
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
If your body is still feeling uncomfortable, agitated, or activated despite years of therapy and self-work, you're in the right place.
If you've already made the connection that some of your physical symptoms are probably stress related, you're well along your way. Once you've identified that, then there are ways that you can learn to work with your nervous system to start moving in a better direction.
I collaborate with intelligent, caring and curious humans to help them learn how to settle their nervous systems and resolve stress-related issues they may be contending with, ranging from digestive issues to anxiety attacks, nervous tics to emotional flares.
I currently have openings on Wednesdays and Thursdays: Let's schedule a free 15-minute consult to see if we're a good fit. Just go to this address: https://oncehub.com/thoughtfulintro
11 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
California Center for Change
Psychologist, PhD
You've tried to cut back or stop, but find yourself exhausted, frustrated, and wondering if anything will actually work. At California Center for Change, we help you understand what's beneath the surface so that real change becomes possible. Our team works with individuals and families across California offering compassionate, research-based therapy that addresses not just your use, but the pain driving it. You deserve to feel better and we're here to help you get there.
17 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Practical Psychology, Inc.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I believe that change is possible, even when life feels overwhelming. As someone whose mind tends to move fast, dig deep, and resist “fitting in,” I’ve learned firsthand how isolation, frustration, and burnout can grow from being misunderstood.
In my practice, I offer a place of understanding, clarity, and transformation. I help clients map how their unique thinking, energy, and attention patterns affect relationships, work, and daily life. Together, we create strategies and habits that align with who you are—so that your strengths become the foundation for growth, not sources of struggle.
I provide this support virtually across 44 states—and I’m committed to meeting you exactly where you are, and helping you move toward what’s next.
6 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Dr. Christina Charlotin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My goal in my work is to empower you to break away from the chronic emotions, thought patterns, behaviors and outcomes that do not serve you. When setting our treatment goals, we’ll discuss what you’d like to gain, what you’d like to keep, & what you’d choose to no longer experience. With that information, we’ll work towards creating your version of happiness.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Tandra Froehlich Childress
Marriage and Family Therapist, ATR, LMFT
Every person has the potential and inner knowledge to overcome hardship. It is my passion to help others create connections that facilitate that ability to heal. I provide a safe holding space where people can explore what is blocking them from enjoying their lives to the fullest. Life is going to present challenges, there is no getting around that. What we do now and how we move forward is what matters. I welcome you to come explore your negative beliefs and strengthen new positive adaptive beliefs that allow you to thrive in your daily life.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94131
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Erika Shershun
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I specialize in helping trauma survivors, especially survivors of childhood and/or adult sexual trauma, reclaim the life they were meant to live. If you're struggling with symptoms related to trauma, such as being easily triggered, anxiety or depression, dissociation (feeling spaced out, numb, unable to ground, or connect to your body's sensations) trouble sleeping, nightmares, or flashbacks and more, you're in the right place (for an extensive list of trauma symptoms check out my post https://www.healingsexualtrauma.com/post/what-are-trauma-symptoms). My goal is to help you get the results you're looking for while offering lots of needed compassion and understanding. I'm the author of the Healing Sexual Trauma Workbook, the upcoming Healing Sexual Trauma Guided Journal (2024), and teacher of the PESI Sexual Trauma Clinical Training. I'm dedicated to supporting my clients as they navigate their healing journey.
13 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Nekea Strong (Abundant Life Therapy)
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, APCC
Hi my name is Nekea (nuh-key-yah).
As a woman of color, I understand how the different parts of “who we are”, such as our experiences, identities, and relationships, shape the way we see and move through the world. I strive to create a space that feels safe, supportive, and real, where you can show up fully without judgment.
Give me a call now for a free 20-minute consultation.
3 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Shohreh Schmuecker
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I am a psychotherapist dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward greater self-awareness, healing, and personal growth. With a warm and compassionate approach, I value creating a warm and welcoming environment where you can feel truly seen and heard.
My practice integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Somatic Psychotherapy, allowing me to address the mind-body connection and help you reconnect with your inner self. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, panic, relationship challenges, or life transitions, I am here to walk alongside you with empathy and respect.
If you are seeking thoughtful, personalized therapy that honors your unique path, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can work toward greater clarity, balance, and well-being.
12 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Nikita Marina
Psychologist, Holistic Psychology and Coaching, Past Life Regression Therapy (IST), Spiritual Mentorship
I’m Nikita Marina, a holistic psychologist, Inner Space Therapist (IST), and a licensed Integral Coach™. I specialize in working with individuals on a quest for deeper self-knowing and healing.
Please note that I have stopped offering hypnotherapy for regression. I’ve found IST Regression therapy to be incredibly more effective in addressing deep emotional blockages, trauma, and feelings of defeat, and disconnection. IST goes deeper than traditional talk therapy, reaching places it often cannot.
This approach supports emotional, physical and psychological well-being while nurturing spiritual healing, clearing blockages to create space for clarity, joy, and a deeper connection to your true Self.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94102
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Elaine Skoulas
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT
Many of the people who reach out to me are thoughtful and capable adults who are accustomed to managing a lot of responsibility. On the surface they appear successful and composed, yet internally they may feel anxious, burned out, or stuck in patterns that no longer make sense.
My work focuses on trauma, chronic stress, and the ways the nervous system adapts to long periods of pressure. I integrate EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and mind body approaches to support individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma patterns, and chronic pain or illness.
Therapy with me offers a space to slow down and understand what your system has been carrying for a long time. When these patterns begin to shift, people often experience greater clarity, steadiness, and freedom in how they move through their lives.
I offer in person therapy in West Los Angeles and secure online therapy throughout California.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Ryan James Carroll
Therapist, AMFT, APCC
I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to practice as a therapist; there is nothing I would rather do.
I received my training in Integral Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) and now practice depth psychotherapy with the Center for Mindful Psychotherapy in San Francisco.
Before becoming a therapist, I gained valuable experience working in government and business, both internationally and cross-culturally. These experiences have enriched my understanding of diverse perspectives and complex human dynamics, deepening my capacities as a therapist.
My approach is compassionate and client-centered, focusing on uncovering the core issues affecting individuals and couples. I hold a deeply rooted belief in the transformative power of psychotherapy to foster healing and growth.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in San Francisco, CA 94102
Online in San Francisco, CA California
Dr. Lori Lynn Mann
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Psy.D.
Ever feel stuck? Maybe you are bogged down with thoughts, memories, or uncomfortable feelings. Or maybe you are just itching for a change in your life. I am a licensed psychotherapist with an additional doctorate degree. I help individuals, couples, and families throughout Orange County & LA County. My approach is one where I aim for you to feel comfortable from the very beginning. No cookie cutter model here...I will find a way to meet you where you are at and work toward your therapy goals. I'm an accomplice toward helping you feel heard and validated in your journey...because life, after all, through the good and the bad, is a journey, isn't it? We will work together through the highs and lows, the conflicts internally and externally, re-group when thought processes get us in a rut, and focus on full mind-body health. I walk the walk in wellness in that it is my life mission to help better the lives of others. I am a semi-professional marathon runner and creator of the mind-body wellness brand, TIER Wellness, that encourages others to reach the next TIER in their lives.
14 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
Lisa Chester-Schyman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
What makes my practice unique is the presence, depth and care I bring to each session. I will meet you where you are and offer a compassionate space to explore the layers that exist beneath grief, loss, life transitions and trauma. My work is grounded in genuine connection and deep listening and I will offer a reflection of what I am hearing you say. This helps clients move toward healing and self-understanding at their own pace. If you are in need of someone to walk beside you I invite you to reach out. You're not alone.
8 Years Experience
Online in San Francisco, CA California (Online Only)
San Francisco's extreme housing costs and the psychological toll of the tech industry — characterized by intense performance pressure, rapid layoff cycles, and boom-bust uncertainty — have made burnout, anxiety, and economic grief among the most common presenting concerns. The city has a historically significant LGBTQ+ community, and affirming therapists specializing in gender identity, queer relationships, and HIV-related concerns remain an important part of the local therapy landscape. UCSF Health provides world-class institutional mental health resources, while the city's dense network of independent practitioners reflects a culture that has long embraced therapy as a normal and valued part of life. Telehealth has expanded access significantly for Bay Area residents commuting from Oakland, the East Bay, and the Peninsula.
San Francisco, California therapists Statistics
Therapists in San Francisco, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (76%), Depression (62%), and Trauma and PTSD (59%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
|
| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 40% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
|
Top Specialties
| 76% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 62% | Depression |
| 59% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 49% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 47% | Stress |
| 45% | Loss or Grief |
| 43% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 54% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 24% | Christian |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |