Therapists in 94131

While you can't always avoid the challenges that arise in your life, you do have choices about how you address them. My approach draws from the idea that there is much to learn from these struggles, and that by decreasing the shame that makes it hard for you to face yourself, you create opportunities for making real and enduring changes in your life. But you don't have to do this alone.

Do you find yourself saying "yes" when you really want to say "no"? Do you feel overwhelmed by your anxiety or unclear on where it's coming from? Would you like your relationship with yourself and others to feel healthier and more fulfilling? Maybe you're interested in personal growth, but aren't quite sure where to start? Are you and your partner finding yourselves having the same fight over and over again? Are you struggling to make a big decision together, like whether or not to have children? Are you looking to increase feelings of closeness and security in your relationship? Then you've come to the right place!

Longing for more energy and mental clarity to thrive in both your professional and personal life? Do you find yourself carrying the weight of past pain, unwanted thoughts, and strained relationships? If you're ready to overcome past traumas and unlock a life filled with joy, ease, balance, and success, I invite you to explore an effective and creative approach. At my practice, you can harness the power of both sides of your brain – creativity & logic, focus & curiosity, thoughts & emotions. Through a unique combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Art Therapy, you let go of worries and feel at ease.

Hi! I have two sliding scale spots open for couples in person in SF or virtually. I hold couples therapy as a space of active hope, where together we explore how to move towards what you each want and need, celebrate what's working, face what isn't working, and forge new paths beyond stuck patterns. My approach is grounded in gestalt therapy, centered in the here and now, and invites experimentation, parts work, somatic experiencing, and play. I'll meet you with compassionate presence, deep listening, creative exploration, and belief in the possibility of change.

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” - Anais Nin. Creativity, liberation, and transcendence —getting your power back— these are core tenants in my practice. My approach merges reflective space to spark insight, with specific tools and strategies to drive change. I draw from existential philosophy, the arts, and sociocultural narratives, as well as research and assessments to match unique needs with individualized treatments that align identity and purpose with systems.

Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced psychologist to help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your best mental and emotional well-being? I'm a licensed clinical health psychologist, with a comprehensive background in addressing a wide spectrum of issues, from stress and anxiety to depression and health concerns. In my practice, I've dedicated the last six years to working closely with a diverse population of adults facing life changes, cultural conflicts, financial difficulties, and concerns related to romantic relationships and career decisions.

Anxious, depressed, grief of loss of a relationship, close one, job, etc: you have come to the right place. As we all slowly crawl through the adversity presented in our lives, into a world that feels a little less organized and a little more uncertain, we may find what once was no longer is and how do we be with what we have and get to where we want to go. Complex, isn’t it. But historically, humans have recovered from unforeseen crisis, stronger and better than ever. And historically, they have sought the help of others to guide them to see where they really are at and where they can be.

As a Board Certified Educational Therapist with decades of experience working with children, adolescents, college students, and adults, I am dedicated to helping my clients discover their unique learning styles and find the best tools to maximize their potential. I work with students who are struggling academically, as well as those with ADD/ADHD, executive functioning issues, and OCD clients that affect their academic performance or are in need of remedial learning or effective test-taking strategies. I provide individualized instruction for clients struggling in school or college that addresses each student's difficulties.

We all need special attention at times in our lives. Working on emotional problems by yourself can be hard, even when you have support in your life. If you are feeling lost, overwhelmed or are searching for self-understanding, therapy is an excellent choice. Just as finding the deeper meaning in suffering may be important, sometimes simply solving day to day practical issues is as well. Either way, the value of inner work far exceeds what we can imagine.

I primarily work with complex & developmental trauma, dissociation, anxiety and depression. I hold each of us as holistic beings, organisms coming from untold generations of survival, bodies that have found vital & creative ways to adapt & survive the environments of our pasts.

My practice is dedicated to guiding couples and individuals through the complexities of their relationships, aiming to restore harmony and understanding where discord has taken root. My focus on couples therapy and marriage counseling are driven by a commitment to nurturing connections and fostering deeper bonds between partners.

My practice is currently closed to new patients. If you are a patient I have previously seen and in need of a consultation please contact me so I can assist you on how to proceed. Presently I am focused on peer consultation and public service. I mainly worked on providing services to adult patients with moderate to severe psychopathology, primarily Depressive disorders, Bipolar spectrum disorders, Anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD and Personality disorders. In addition, I treated people with complex medical problems, managing autoimmune disorders, cancer, diabetes and high risk pregnancies co-morbid with mood disorders.

I specialize in working with youth, young adults, and their families to close the gap between where they are and where they want to be in terms of their roles as students and the many identities they are taking on as they grow and develop. I use neuropsychology to establish habits that provide a baseline for managing stress and regulating energy. I apply CBT and other evidence-based practices to support mood management and develop the mindset necessary to achieve goals, and mindfulness and relaxation strategies to sustain behavior change. I facilitate advocacy with schools to reinforce behavior change in a supportive environment.

Therapy should be easy to understand and active from the word go. We don't just talk about the problem or figure out why the patterns are there; we hit the ground running with action and get you feeling better as soon as possible. I work with a lot of folks who have tried therapy before and been disappointed when insight and understanding don't lead to change, and folks who are trying therapy for the first time and want it to be practical and clear. I start with a free 20-minute phone consultation.

It takes courage to admit that you can no longer face life's challenges alone. It is also the most important step towards change. My style is warm, interactive and intuitive. I integrate various therapeutic methodologies, which enables me to creatively meet your distinctive, personal needs. In addition to talk therapy I offer Expressive Arts and Guided Imagery to help us connect with and process negative, painful, and fearful emotions.

It is natural to encounter challenges beyond our understanding and ability to manage that induce stress, anxiety and depression. We may have reached a puzzling crossroads in life, we may be in conflict with ourselves and others, or we may want more harmony and direction in our lives. We may have been deeply wounded or traumatized in childhood. Sometimes all we know is we feel anxious, depressed, or something is missing or wrong. Psychotherapy offers powerful approaches to these issues, and the transformation we seek comes naturally from a genuine, healthy human relationship with a skilled, compassionate psychotherapist.

Remember when it felt like your partner got you better than anyone? It felt so good to be SEEN. Now, small disagreements turn into big arguments. Sometimes you don’t even know what you’re fighting about, but you keep ending up in the same painful patterns. Don’t let your defenses stand between you and your partner. If you would like support getting back on the same page, email me to book a free call.

Life comes with a lot of challenges and adversity that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Maybe you're noticing that you complain a lot about feeling stressed, tired, and unfulfilled or you know you'd be happier if you made changes but it feels too difficult. It’s possible to feel better. My clients discover that it's possible to manage their difficult feelings and be more engaged in their relationships. With over ten years of experience, I work with people who want to make changes in their lives, learn healthy coping strategies, heal past trauma, and improve their relationships with others.

*MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL.* Many of us long for deeper attachments, more intimate understanding from those around us, and new skills. Yet we can find ourselves avoiding the commitments and the profound effort that developing these require. We avoid hard work--physical, mental, or emotional. Seeking therapy and change requires courage and diligence. You are not lazy. However, you might be confounded by the barriers of fear, exhaustion, pain, or habit. My goal is to listen keenly and compassionately. I want to know your personal story, and I want you to feel understood and supported in your transformation.