Therapists in San Francisco County, CA

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Leanne Spagnola
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102  (Online Only)
I trained at UCSF's Department of Psychiatry and have experience working with children, adults, and families in the hospital, clinical, home, and school setting.
The therapeutic relationship is the biggest indicator of successful outcomes in therapy. I'm glad you are here in search of the right therapist for you. I work from a trauma-informed psychodynamic perspective. I focus on the nature and quality of the relationships in your life, past and present, to identify strengths, pain points, patterns, and connections. When appropriate, I utilize principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to assist you in moving toward your goals.
I trained at UCSF's Department of Psychiatry and have experience working with children, adults, and families in the hospital, clinical, home, and school setting.
The therapeutic relationship is the biggest indicator of successful outcomes in therapy. I'm glad you are here in search of the right therapist for you. I work from a trauma-informed psychodynamic perspective. I focus on the nature and quality of the relationships in your life, past and present, to identify strengths, pain points, patterns, and connections. When appropriate, I utilize principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to assist you in moving toward your goals.
(628) 336-4062 View (628) 336-4062
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Vaneza Alvarado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94132  (Online Only)
I chose to become a therapist because I love helping people embrace their true selves during our sessions, knowing it can truly impact their lives. My focus is on trauma-informed care, helping to build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and foster personal growth to improve your quality of life. I work with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with everyday stress, trauma-related issues, and grief. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Trauma-focused CBT, we’ll explore healthy ways to process your trauma and manage intense emotions.
I chose to become a therapist because I love helping people embrace their true selves during our sessions, knowing it can truly impact their lives. My focus is on trauma-informed care, helping to build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and foster personal growth to improve your quality of life. I work with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with everyday stress, trauma-related issues, and grief. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Trauma-focused CBT, we’ll explore healthy ways to process your trauma and manage intense emotions.
(415) 360-8175 View (415) 360-8175
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Nina (Anin) Utigaard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, REAT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102  (Online Only)
I work with adults, individually, as well as, couples counseling.
Taking the first step to get in and talk to a therapist about concerns that are holding you back or creating challenges is not easy. But it can really make a difference. The issues or concerns you have may be preventing you from moving forward or from having fulfilling relationships, career or a satisfying life. Whether it's communication problems, anger, anxiety, or depression, you can make changes. Using verbal and non-verbal therapeutic techniques, in a safe, accepting environment, you can find new ways to face your concerns, and discover your strengths and resources to flourish and grow.
I work with adults, individually, as well as, couples counseling.
Taking the first step to get in and talk to a therapist about concerns that are holding you back or creating challenges is not easy. But it can really make a difference. The issues or concerns you have may be preventing you from moving forward or from having fulfilling relationships, career or a satisfying life. Whether it's communication problems, anger, anxiety, or depression, you can make changes. Using verbal and non-verbal therapeutic techniques, in a safe, accepting environment, you can find new ways to face your concerns, and discover your strengths and resources to flourish and grow.
(415) 742-1932 View (415) 742-1932
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Lisa Johnson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
Lisa Johnson is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2000. She has a PsyD and MA from Pepperdine University. Lisa has worked for many years as both a psychologist and small business owner, with particular expertise in addressing matters of workplace stress. Lisa works with adults of all ages and backgrounds to help them hear their own voice in a world that is constantly seeking to influence them for its own purposes. She seeks to understand the present individual, by way of exploring how past successes and disappointments have shaped them.
Lisa Johnson is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2000. She has a PsyD and MA from Pepperdine University. Lisa has worked for many years as both a psychologist and small business owner, with particular expertise in addressing matters of workplace stress. Lisa works with adults of all ages and backgrounds to help them hear their own voice in a world that is constantly seeking to influence them for its own purposes. She seeks to understand the present individual, by way of exploring how past successes and disappointments have shaped them.
(628) 227-6305 View (628) 227-6305
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Whitney M. Keilman
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing therapy to teens and adults residing in California. I believe that every individual is unique and deserving of love, and I feel that this shines through in my work. Seeking therapy is not always easy, and I’m truly honored to be a part of my Patient’s healing and strengthening processes.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist providing therapy to teens and adults residing in California. I believe that every individual is unique and deserving of love, and I feel that this shines through in my work. Seeking therapy is not always easy, and I’m truly honored to be a part of my Patient’s healing and strengthening processes.
(415) 903-8664 View (415) 903-8664
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Jamie Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109  (Online Only)
Jamie Bennett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California with over 8 years of counseling experience. She specializes in treating children, teens, and adults who are suffering from anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, mood, and personality disorders. She has honed a comprehensive therapeutic style to best support patients’ sustainable life changes. Jamie currently works in an individual capacity with adolescents and adults, identifying their most pervasive symptoms with the intention of liberating them from their emotional confines.
Jamie Bennett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California with over 8 years of counseling experience. She specializes in treating children, teens, and adults who are suffering from anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, mood, and personality disorders. She has honed a comprehensive therapeutic style to best support patients’ sustainable life changes. Jamie currently works in an individual capacity with adolescents and adults, identifying their most pervasive symptoms with the intention of liberating them from their emotional confines.
(707) 238-7092 View (707) 238-7092
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Tony Konstantinidis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94118  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked extensively with adolescents and adults who have struggled with depression, anxiety, trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), self-esteem issues, and life transitions, to name a few. Additionally, the clients that I have helped have come from various diverse backgrounds, from being in the foster system, former juvenile hall clients, various SES backgrounds, different cultural/ethnic backgrounds, K-12 aged clients, adult clients, and court mandated clients. I have 12 years of experience in the mental health field.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has worked extensively with adolescents and adults who have struggled with depression, anxiety, trauma, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), self-esteem issues, and life transitions, to name a few. Additionally, the clients that I have helped have come from various diverse backgrounds, from being in the foster system, former juvenile hall clients, various SES backgrounds, different cultural/ethnic backgrounds, K-12 aged clients, adult clients, and court mandated clients. I have 12 years of experience in the mental health field.
(415) 949-7643 x1 View (415) 949-7643 x1
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Akira Olsen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
Akira provides comprehensive multicultural mental health assessments and evidence-based, feedback-informed, trauma-informed therapy services (Individual and Family) to children, teens, families, and adults.
Dr. Akira Olsen is a board-certified Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2010. Dr. Akira has clinical experience working with adolescents, parents, families, and adults in various San Francisco Bay Area settings, including community mental health clinics, schools, women's and family shelters, telehealth clinics, and private practice. She worked as a clinical researcher, faculty, and clinical supervisor at Stanford University and Palo Alto University from 2018-2022.
Akira provides comprehensive multicultural mental health assessments and evidence-based, feedback-informed, trauma-informed therapy services (Individual and Family) to children, teens, families, and adults.
Dr. Akira Olsen is a board-certified Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2010. Dr. Akira has clinical experience working with adolescents, parents, families, and adults in various San Francisco Bay Area settings, including community mental health clinics, schools, women's and family shelters, telehealth clinics, and private practice. She worked as a clinical researcher, faculty, and clinical supervisor at Stanford University and Palo Alto University from 2018-2022.
(628) 313-3743 View (628) 313-3743
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Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94122  (Online Only)
Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer is a psychotherapist licensed in CA. She received her MA in psychology from Antioch University in Los Angeles and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Pacific Graduate Institute. She trained with psychoanalysts, provided psychological testing and assessments, developed behavioral health training modules, established programming for young adults with neurodivergence, and completed her dissertation with Women In Long Term Recovery From Alcoholism.
Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer is a psychotherapist licensed in CA. She received her MA in psychology from Antioch University in Los Angeles and her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Pacific Graduate Institute. She trained with psychoanalysts, provided psychological testing and assessments, developed behavioral health training modules, established programming for young adults with neurodivergence, and completed her dissertation with Women In Long Term Recovery From Alcoholism.
(415) 874-0969 View (415) 874-0969
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Adrienne Bruce
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
I also am fortunate to have experience/training working with LGBTQIA+ Youth and Adults.
Helping people navigate the intricacies of the Human Experience. Hello! My name is Adrienne! In my spare time, I enjoy dancing, anime conventions, playing video games, crocheting, and spending time with family and friends. I am a Licensed Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience. I have a MA in Counseling Psychology and a BS in Psychology. While my approach is eclectic ( I utilize Therapeutic Approaches that best suit the needs of my Clients), I have experience providing therapy to individuals experiencing anxiety/depression/self-esteem issues/trauma/grief.
I also am fortunate to have experience/training working with LGBTQIA+ Youth and Adults.
Helping people navigate the intricacies of the Human Experience. Hello! My name is Adrienne! In my spare time, I enjoy dancing, anime conventions, playing video games, crocheting, and spending time with family and friends. I am a Licensed Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience. I have a MA in Counseling Psychology and a BS in Psychology. While my approach is eclectic ( I utilize Therapeutic Approaches that best suit the needs of my Clients), I have experience providing therapy to individuals experiencing anxiety/depression/self-esteem issues/trauma/grief.
(628) 209-5986 View (628) 209-5986
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Jeannine McAdams
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
Dr. Jeannine McAdams is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2024. Dr. McAdams supports client to become more selfaware, manage and move through distressing symptoms and mood states, set and reach goals, heal and manage depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, and other mental health issues. Dr. McAdams offers nonjudgmental, heart centered assessment and psychotherapy. Adults, adolescents, couples, families, neurodivergent and LQBTQ+ welcome. In her free time, Dr. McAdams loves to be outdoors, snowboard and surf, garden, and hike. She loves dogs and camping under the stars.
Dr. Jeannine McAdams is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2024. Dr. McAdams supports client to become more selfaware, manage and move through distressing symptoms and mood states, set and reach goals, heal and manage depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, and other mental health issues. Dr. McAdams offers nonjudgmental, heart centered assessment and psychotherapy. Adults, adolescents, couples, families, neurodivergent and LQBTQ+ welcome. In her free time, Dr. McAdams loves to be outdoors, snowboard and surf, garden, and hike. She loves dogs and camping under the stars.
(628) 244-8227 View (628) 244-8227
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Gabriela Parra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102  (Online Only)
Gabriela has specialized in using cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and solution-focused therapy techniques to help children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds to alleviate depression, anxiety, and traumatic stress in their lives.
Gabriela Parra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2007. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA and a Master’s Degree in Social Welfare from UCLA. Gabriela has gained extensive experience in working with young children, adolescents, adults, and older adults over the past 16 years as a mental health therapist. She believes in using a warm, empathetic, and strengths-based approach along with light-hearted humor to foster trust, build therapeutic alliances, and facilitate deeper emotional work with clients.
Gabriela has specialized in using cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and solution-focused therapy techniques to help children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds to alleviate depression, anxiety, and traumatic stress in their lives.
Gabriela Parra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2007. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA and a Master’s Degree in Social Welfare from UCLA. Gabriela has gained extensive experience in working with young children, adolescents, adults, and older adults over the past 16 years as a mental health therapist. She believes in using a warm, empathetic, and strengths-based approach along with light-hearted humor to foster trust, build therapeutic alliances, and facilitate deeper emotional work with clients.
(628) 266-4268 View (628) 266-4268
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Ellen Marino
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94105
I have worked successfully with individual adults as well as couples, families and adolescents in the areas of anxiety and depression, relationships, self-esteem, non-violent communication, life/career transitions, adjustment, substance abuse, motivation, and grief and loss.
Be the star of your own life, the author of your own story; by having the courage to face your fears and the imagination to explore your dreams, you are able to embrace your true reality. My approach is insight oriented with the belief that you are the expert in your life. I enter each therapy session with sincerity and compassion. By focusing on your strengths, I enjoy shoring up the foundation to make way for new developments and positive growth. My style is informed by: family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused and narrative approaches.
I have worked successfully with individual adults as well as couples, families and adolescents in the areas of anxiety and depression, relationships, self-esteem, non-violent communication, life/career transitions, adjustment, substance abuse, motivation, and grief and loss.
Be the star of your own life, the author of your own story; by having the courage to face your fears and the imagination to explore your dreams, you are able to embrace your true reality. My approach is insight oriented with the belief that you are the expert in your life. I enter each therapy session with sincerity and compassion. By focusing on your strengths, I enjoy shoring up the foundation to make way for new developments and positive growth. My style is informed by: family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused and narrative approaches.
(415) 426-4993 View (415) 426-4993
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Kate Hellenga
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking professional help for yourself, your child or your family takes courage. Not only are we taught that we shouldn't need help or tell strangers our business, but it’s hard to imagine what we’ll be like if we change our old habits. Many of the adults who have made progress working with me have experienced trauma, the impacts of oppressive social biases, or both. They have adapted and survived, but they are not thriving. They may feel stuck, or they feel the need to hide or silence parts of themselves to succeed in relationships. Younger clients may have similar issues along with defiance, withdrawal or other troubling behavior.
Seeking professional help for yourself, your child or your family takes courage. Not only are we taught that we shouldn't need help or tell strangers our business, but it’s hard to imagine what we’ll be like if we change our old habits. Many of the adults who have made progress working with me have experienced trauma, the impacts of oppressive social biases, or both. They have adapted and survived, but they are not thriving. They may feel stuck, or they feel the need to hide or silence parts of themselves to succeed in relationships. Younger clients may have similar issues along with defiance, withdrawal or other troubling behavior.
(628) 333-7534 View (628) 333-7534
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James Lacroce
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
As a member of the LGBT community, I have a passion for helping LGBT adults and families manage the challenges particular to our community: identity and esteem issues, relationship challenges, coming out, adoption and parenting, as well as secondary mood and behavioral problems that often emerge from stress and trauma.
My role as a psychologist is to help you navigate through a complex and stressful world. I'm most skilled at addressing issues related to depression and anxiety, relationship challenges, and self-esteem. Additionally, I enjoy helping people manage social and behavioral problems prevent healthy interactions with family, friends, and co-workers. I am experienced in addressing the challenges of both adults and children by drawing upon a few different theoretical perspectives to aid in helping individuals understand themselves, the origin of their problems, and how they can make changes in current life to feel happier.
As a member of the LGBT community, I have a passion for helping LGBT adults and families manage the challenges particular to our community: identity and esteem issues, relationship challenges, coming out, adoption and parenting, as well as secondary mood and behavioral problems that often emerge from stress and trauma.
My role as a psychologist is to help you navigate through a complex and stressful world. I'm most skilled at addressing issues related to depression and anxiety, relationship challenges, and self-esteem. Additionally, I enjoy helping people manage social and behavioral problems prevent healthy interactions with family, friends, and co-workers. I am experienced in addressing the challenges of both adults and children by drawing upon a few different theoretical perspectives to aid in helping individuals understand themselves, the origin of their problems, and how they can make changes in current life to feel happier.
(415) 938-5245 View (415) 938-5245
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Becky Grenfell
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
I provide individual therapy for children, teens, and adults, as well as couples and family therapy.
As a clinician, my objective is to collaboratively tailor a plan that will aid you in achieving your goals. Often individuals seek assistance for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, family conflict, relationship difficulties, alcohol and substance use, ADHD, and life stressors. We can work on these together. Along with taking a strengths-based approach, I use a variety of evidence-based and creative techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, behavior modification, mindfulness, relaxation, art and play therapy, development of coping skills, family systems, and more.
I provide individual therapy for children, teens, and adults, as well as couples and family therapy.
As a clinician, my objective is to collaboratively tailor a plan that will aid you in achieving your goals. Often individuals seek assistance for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, family conflict, relationship difficulties, alcohol and substance use, ADHD, and life stressors. We can work on these together. Along with taking a strengths-based approach, I use a variety of evidence-based and creative techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, behavior modification, mindfulness, relaxation, art and play therapy, development of coping skills, family systems, and more.
(628) 666-6251 View (628) 666-6251
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Elisabeth Schriber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102
What would you change about your life, if making a change didn’t feel so hard? In the best of circumstances, this is the role a psychotherapist can play in your life, a facilitator for positive change, someone who makes this process considerably less hard, possibly even enjoyable. I work with adults and couples who suspect that their lives could be richer, more gratifying, more authentically experienced, if only they could make some simple changes, because sometimes it takes a little outside support to make that happen.
What would you change about your life, if making a change didn’t feel so hard? In the best of circumstances, this is the role a psychotherapist can play in your life, a facilitator for positive change, someone who makes this process considerably less hard, possibly even enjoyable. I work with adults and couples who suspect that their lives could be richer, more gratifying, more authentically experienced, if only they could make some simple changes, because sometimes it takes a little outside support to make that happen.
(415) 712-1877 View (415) 712-1877
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Jesus Leyva
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94116  (Online Only)
His typical clients are children, teens, parents, and young adults.
Dr. Jesus Leyva is a clinical psychologist who is licensed in the state of California. Dr. Leyva provides psychological testing and psychotherapy services via Telehealth.
His typical clients are children, teens, parents, and young adults.
Dr. Jesus Leyva is a clinical psychologist who is licensed in the state of California. Dr. Leyva provides psychological testing and psychotherapy services via Telehealth.
(628) 666-0662 View (628) 666-0662
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Bert Faerstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94118
I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children.
I treat adults as well as adolescents and children, most frequently through individual therapy. I also work with couples. I work with people with a wide range of problems and especially enjoy working with people experiencing anxiety in relationships or at work . I also enjoy working with people who are unhappy and don't know why, and people who are repeating self-defeating patterns they feel unable to change. Meeting with a well-trained and experienced therapist can be a powerful and effective way of strengthening one's confidence and developing a personal sense of control over one's life.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children.
I treat adults as well as adolescents and children, most frequently through individual therapy. I also work with couples. I work with people with a wide range of problems and especially enjoy working with people experiencing anxiety in relationships or at work . I also enjoy working with people who are unhappy and don't know why, and people who are repeating self-defeating patterns they feel unable to change. Meeting with a well-trained and experienced therapist can be a powerful and effective way of strengthening one's confidence and developing a personal sense of control over one's life.
(415) 787-4616 View (415) 787-4616
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Shana Barber
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114
Our team of clinicians specialize in the treatment of addictions, relationship problems, mood disorders, traumas and helping young adults find direction in life.
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Our team of clinicians specialize in the treatment of addictions, relationship problems, mood disorders, traumas and helping young adults find direction in life.
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
(310) 807-1591 View (310) 807-1591
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