Aetna Therapists in San Francisco, CA

My name is Jeremy, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I have worked with ages 6 to 86 on all issues relating to being human and striving for more out of their current situation that has them stuck. I am a Veteran of the U.S. Army. I have traveled the globe in many High-Tech industries, built relationships, and teamed up with people from all walks of life, religions, orientations, identities, and backgrounds before becoming a Therapist. As they say, the best authors are those who have lived life; I feel the same applies to a good therapist.

Are you curious about the impact of your past on your present? Are you curious about your relationship patterns and choices? Do you often feel misunderstood or invalidated? Do you feel seen and valued for who and how you are? Are you interested in desire, liberation and an expansion of your worldview? I have deep, personal connections to these pathways of inquiry and reflection and am interested in engaging in this work with others.

I am a culturally sensitive psychologist, author, and mental wellness public speaker in San Francisco, who will create a safe space that distinctively fits your needs to help on your journey toward healing and growth. I understand we often find ourselves feeling lost, overwhelmed, abandoned, or may be at a loss of how we feel, because we’ve arrived at that familiar place of despair and ruminating self doubt. My hope is to provide an opportunity to disentangle from suffering, which may lead to improved quality of life, greater satisfaction within relationships, increased productivity, and enhanced self-worth and compassion.

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 an associate therapist, I strive to help my clients rewrite their personal narratives and work to create a relationship built on understanding, compassion and trust. It’s my goal to help you better understand yourself, navigate your experiences and learn self-compassion. Join me and let’s rewrite your story together. My interests within the field of mental health include assisting those with anxiety and depression, eating disorders, grief and loss, and substance misuse. In particular, I specialize in helping clients with traumatic experiences, with a focus on helping survivors of narcissistic abuse.

I am Dr. Koba, a licensed clinical psychologist. I specialize in working with couples, women, and men. I provide psychotherapy and coaching. I work with couples helping them improve their relationship through improving communication, intimacy, and connection. I also work with pregnant and postpartum women as well as women who struggle with parenting issues and work/life/career balance. I work with men helping them find their authentic self. My style is warm, non-judgmental, and direct. I believe that together we can change the way you think, interact, and relate to others and yourself.

Hello, I'm Michael F. Stample, PhD, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I work extensively with individual adults, couples and families. My primary expertise is in mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, dual diagnosis, LGBTQ+ and transgender healthcare. I mostly work with adults over age 17 or 18, through the later years. While psychiatric diagnoses have their uses, I prefer to see my clients as dealing with "problems of living." I work comfortably with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based therapies. My early training included internship at the Jung Institute of Los Angeles.

My name is Joe Ninomiya, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) working with a wide variety of clients throughout California via telehealth. My clients range from children to adults of all ages. I am able to assist with each stage of life. Whether it be Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, traumatic brain injury, or adjustment to disability.

In the room with me, you can expect my full attention, understanding, and collaboration as we work together to empower and encourage you to be the person you want to be. Together we will customize a plan that will meet your needs and most importantly your wants and desires for your life. I believe you have the inner strength to overcome what is holding you back, therefore I will be your guide to better understand yourself. Having mutual trust and understanding is crucial, and knowing that you decided to invest in yourself with me is very brave.

Life is tough and seeking help at any point helps you become the hero of your story. I've worked with clients dealing with everyday stress, milestones, traumas, and losses. One of the most amazing things I witness are people who want to bring positive changes into their lives and are willing to set aside time to work on themselves and their growth and often find they can improve their lives in ways that surpass expectations.

Going through life's journey is like riding a roller coaster full of ups, downs, twists, and turns. On a roller coaster, you often have someone sitting next to you regardless of if you know the person. Think of life the same way. It is challenging and shouldn't be done alone. My passion is to help clients go through life transitions and challenges with more ease by identifying and rediscovering their strengths to develop a healthy lifestyle.

My name is Marion Swenson. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. My approach to therapy is to discover who my client is and how I may help them. My focus is to listen deeply to the heart of my client and to walk with them while on their healing journey. My approach to therapy is simply listening to my client and collaborating with them to attain their goal/goals. The theoretical approaches utilized in my practice are CBT, attachment-based, and family systems.

Paullette Rosette is a Licensed Mental and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2018. She has a Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy from University of San Diego. Paullette believes it is crucial as an effective therapist to create a safe space for clients from a variety of backgrounds along with a range of needs. She can provide a variety of approaches such as CBT, DBT, and attachment-based therapy depending on the needs and goals of each client. Paullette is also flexible in not only providing individual therapy, but also family therapy and couples therapy.

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.

As a skilled psychotherapist, I understand the challenges and concerns that can arise when seeking therapy. That's why I accept insurance to make the process more accessible and affordable for those in need. Whether you're new to therapy or have sought help in the past, my goal is to empower you with the tools and insights necessary to manage life's difficulties and achieve healthy, meaningful relationships. With over 26 years of experience, I have worked extensively with clients facing chronic and terminal illnesses, as well as their support systems, helping to alleviate stress and promote positive coping strategies.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma? Seeking help to improve your relationship dynamics? As a therapist, I work with a variety of individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, aiming to create a safe, secure space for therapy. My approach, characterised by action-oriented strategies that promote acceptance, mindfulness, commitment, and behavioral change, is geared toward helping clients explore and conquer their challenges.

Hello, I'm Amanda! I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, and parents or caregivers. Drawing from my experience as a former school therapist, I possess a deep understanding of the unique challenges and support systems necessary for the growth and development of children and teens. My approach includes nurturing coping skills, emotional awareness, and social skills to empower adolescents and foster resilience. I work with individuals seeking support for a range of needs and challenges, including ADHD, autism, anxiety, and eating disorders, including Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).

Navigating life's challenges can leave us feeling adrift, disconnected, or uncertain about our next steps. If you find yourself in such a situation, I am here to assist you through the power of psychotherapy. My approach is rooted in support, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. By using proven, evidence-based treatments, I aim to help you transform your relationship with challenging thoughts and emotions. Together, we will identify and break free from ineffective behavioral patterns that have hindered your progress, empowering you to embrace a more purposeful and fulfilling existence.

Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.