Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Eliot M. Lev
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In the journey towards healing and self-discovery, finding a therapist who truly understands the intersectionality of your experiences is key. As a therapist and part of the trans, queer, ethnic minority, multicultural, immigrant, trauma survivor, and (dis)ability communities, I'm dedicated to honoring all that makes you - you. The uniqueness of your journey, recognition of your experiences, and collaboration will be at the core of our work.
In the journey towards healing and self-discovery, finding a therapist who truly understands the intersectionality of your experiences is key. As a therapist and part of the trans, queer, ethnic minority, multicultural, immigrant, trauma survivor, and (dis)ability communities, I'm dedicated to honoring all that makes you - you. The uniqueness of your journey, recognition of your experiences, and collaboration will be at the core of our work.
Peter Kouzmov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94134 (Online Only)
I am acutely sensitive to the complexities of multicultural identities, gender identities, sexuality, grief and loss, and trauma.
I have relational and engaged approach. My goal is to help you become the true you, and make magnificent, albeit often difficult, discoveries along the way. Together, we will explore your life in a variety of contexts - be it personal, family, social, or historical. I specialize in working with: adults; people in various types and stages of relationships; BIPOC; ethnically, racially and culturally diverse populations; LGBTQAI+, inclusive of all gender identities and sexual orientations; immigrant populations and speakers of English as a chosen language; and, people facing acculturation issues.
I am acutely sensitive to the complexities of multicultural identities, gender identities, sexuality, grief and loss, and trauma.
I have relational and engaged approach. My goal is to help you become the true you, and make magnificent, albeit often difficult, discoveries along the way. Together, we will explore your life in a variety of contexts - be it personal, family, social, or historical. I specialize in working with: adults; people in various types and stages of relationships; BIPOC; ethnically, racially and culturally diverse populations; LGBTQAI+, inclusive of all gender identities and sexual orientations; immigrant populations and speakers of English as a chosen language; and, people facing acculturation issues.
Being an immigrant myself, I love working with locals and immigrants from different backgrounds and work well with multicultural individuals and couples/dyads.
Do you feel you have it all/have enough, but do not feel satisfied, content, happy, or at peace? Do you want to find meaning and purpose in your life? Do you want to examine the root causes of your emotional suffering instead of putting a bandaid on your symptoms? If so, I invite you to schedule a 20-minute consultation with me to begin exploring your transformation. I can help you to learn to trust yourself, discern what you have and don't have control/responsibility over, and find your center/ true north, which you can utilize to make decisions more effectively and flow through life's ups and downs with more ease.
Being an immigrant myself, I love working with locals and immigrants from different backgrounds and work well with multicultural individuals and couples/dyads.
Do you feel you have it all/have enough, but do not feel satisfied, content, happy, or at peace? Do you want to find meaning and purpose in your life? Do you want to examine the root causes of your emotional suffering instead of putting a bandaid on your symptoms? If so, I invite you to schedule a 20-minute consultation with me to begin exploring your transformation. I can help you to learn to trust yourself, discern what you have and don't have control/responsibility over, and find your center/ true north, which you can utilize to make decisions more effectively and flow through life's ups and downs with more ease.
My background is multicultural and diverse.
The most important thing in working with me is your positive desire to change. Given that I'll bring you into the office, we will discuss your issues of concern and design and implement suggestions to create growth , understanding and lasting solutions. Many clients see me once for behavior change through hypnotherapy. Others see me for ongoing psychotherapy appointments. Some clients combine both modalities to insure continued growth and change. I am optimistic about the possibilities of health and healing through our work together. After forty years in practice I remain committed to my clients and their work with me
My background is multicultural and diverse.
The most important thing in working with me is your positive desire to change. Given that I'll bring you into the office, we will discuss your issues of concern and design and implement suggestions to create growth , understanding and lasting solutions. Many clients see me once for behavior change through hypnotherapy. Others see me for ongoing psychotherapy appointments. Some clients combine both modalities to insure continued growth and change. I am optimistic about the possibilities of health and healing through our work together. After forty years in practice I remain committed to my clients and their work with me
Andrea De Leon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
I provide a multicultural, attachment based, sex positive approach catering to each individual’s needs.
Modern dating and relationships have become a tumultuous territory of uncertainty, miscommunication, rampant ghosting and infidelity. Friendships have become increasingly harder to navigate, and the desire to build and maintain community remains higher than ever. The state of the world has left us feeling helpless. We may feel disconnected from our families, our peers, our jobs, our personal identities, and our places in society. While it may be hard to process and express these experiences with others and even with ourselves... I am here with you.
I provide a multicultural, attachment based, sex positive approach catering to each individual’s needs.
Modern dating and relationships have become a tumultuous territory of uncertainty, miscommunication, rampant ghosting and infidelity. Friendships have become increasingly harder to navigate, and the desire to build and maintain community remains higher than ever. The state of the world has left us feeling helpless. We may feel disconnected from our families, our peers, our jobs, our personal identities, and our places in society. While it may be hard to process and express these experiences with others and even with ourselves... I am here with you.
My role as a therapist is that of an empathetic co-pilot. I work in a client-centered way, and I will support you in creating healthy choices and new resources for yourself. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, and interactive. I strive to meet each client's personality and goals in a safe and welcoming environment. I am multilingual and multicultural. My various life experiences provide a base that will help me support you as we work together to meet your goals.
My role as a therapist is that of an empathetic co-pilot. I work in a client-centered way, and I will support you in creating healthy choices and new resources for yourself. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, and interactive. I strive to meet each client's personality and goals in a safe and welcoming environment. I am multilingual and multicultural. My various life experiences provide a base that will help me support you as we work together to meet your goals.
Catalina Uribe-Kling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94146 (Online Only)
I can help you find a felt sense of safety and wellbeing within yourself. My goal is to help you obtain compassion for your self so that a more clear understanding of your path and options becomes available to you. This will help you to heal heart and mind and to grow towards your highest self in a loving and kind way. I have worked as a psychotherapist in several countries, I work with a multicultural lens and I am natively bilingual in English and Spanish.
I can help you find a felt sense of safety and wellbeing within yourself. My goal is to help you obtain compassion for your self so that a more clear understanding of your path and options becomes available to you. This will help you to heal heart and mind and to grow towards your highest self in a loving and kind way. I have worked as a psychotherapist in several countries, I work with a multicultural lens and I am natively bilingual in English and Spanish.
I provide trauma-informed, multicultural individual therapy for adults and am fluent in both English and Mandarin (普通话).
There is profound power in being seen for who you truly are by someone who offers compassion and understanding. That is my goal here: to create a space where you can embrace your authentic self without fear. Together, we can embark on a journey of self-discovery, building resilience, acquiring new skills and creating meaningful changes. I am Dr. Shuyi Liu, a licensed psychologist, psychology professor, and clinical supervisor with 12 years of clinical experience. I am dedicated to providing personalized support and effective therapy grounded in evidence, ensuring you receive the high-quality care you deserve.
I provide trauma-informed, multicultural individual therapy for adults and am fluent in both English and Mandarin (普通话).
There is profound power in being seen for who you truly are by someone who offers compassion and understanding. That is my goal here: to create a space where you can embrace your authentic self without fear. Together, we can embark on a journey of self-discovery, building resilience, acquiring new skills and creating meaningful changes. I am Dr. Shuyi Liu, a licensed psychologist, psychology professor, and clinical supervisor with 12 years of clinical experience. I am dedicated to providing personalized support and effective therapy grounded in evidence, ensuring you receive the high-quality care you deserve.
With over 25 years of working with adolescents and adults, my therapy style is authentic, empowering, strength based, compassionate, creative and fun. I am particularly skilled in working with trauma, managing strong emotions, and living with ADHD, Autism or Learning Disabilities. I enjoy supporting those looking for more purpose, self understanding, direction, peace, creativity or perspective. I have a great deal of experience working in multicultural and LGBTQ+ supportive contexts. I feel especially inspired by working with young adults because finding one’s own way in life is hard, exciting and full of possibilities.
With over 25 years of working with adolescents and adults, my therapy style is authentic, empowering, strength based, compassionate, creative and fun. I am particularly skilled in working with trauma, managing strong emotions, and living with ADHD, Autism or Learning Disabilities. I enjoy supporting those looking for more purpose, self understanding, direction, peace, creativity or perspective. I have a great deal of experience working in multicultural and LGBTQ+ supportive contexts. I feel especially inspired by working with young adults because finding one’s own way in life is hard, exciting and full of possibilities.
Mitsue Nakagaki Karaman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
I am Japanese and TCK (third culture kid) with a multicultural upbringing and many years of experience living and working globally.
We all have moments in our lives when we need a little support. Even the most loving relationships can encounter bumpy roads, and thriving careers can at times become a major stressor. If you are here, you may be in that moment now - feeling stuck or overwhelmed in some way. I provide individuals, couples and relationships of every kind a place to slow down, take a breath and explore what’s going on. I also work with teens and young adults who are often under great pressure balancing school, life, and growing up, offering a calm space to find their footing.
I am Japanese and TCK (third culture kid) with a multicultural upbringing and many years of experience living and working globally.
We all have moments in our lives when we need a little support. Even the most loving relationships can encounter bumpy roads, and thriving careers can at times become a major stressor. If you are here, you may be in that moment now - feeling stuck or overwhelmed in some way. I provide individuals, couples and relationships of every kind a place to slow down, take a breath and explore what’s going on. I also work with teens and young adults who are often under great pressure balancing school, life, and growing up, offering a calm space to find their footing.
Dr. Diana L Wong
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94132
Waitlist for new clients
As a bicultural & multilingual licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California & Ohio, I provide individual (celebrity & adult), children, & couples therapy in private practice & in outpatient settings. I received my Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology/Alliant International University. I have completed an APA-accredited doctoral internship at UCSF, Child & Adolescent Services Multicultural Training Program at San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center. I have a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in marriage & family therapy from USF.
As a bicultural & multilingual licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California & Ohio, I provide individual (celebrity & adult), children, & couples therapy in private practice & in outpatient settings. I received my Doctorate of Psychology in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology/Alliant International University. I have completed an APA-accredited doctoral internship at UCSF, Child & Adolescent Services Multicultural Training Program at San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center. I have a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in marriage & family therapy from USF.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94117 (Online Only)
My approach is holistic, solution-focused, and affirming of multicultural, poly/ENM, LGBTQIA2+, and neurodivergent diversities.
Are you rocking that 'got-it-together' facade, but deep down you're really falling apart? You're not alone. Life's throwing punches, and the struggle is real. You're seeking direction and clarity, but you feel stuck, caught in self-doubt, and trapped in "stay or leave" dilemmas. The uncertainty is unsettling and you start questioning everything about your relationship…and yourself. Whether it's your marriage, career, or the sheer weight of everything around you—I get it. It's like having a hundred tabs open in your mind at once, making it hard to think straight and perform as you envision. You're exhausted. It's time for a change.
My approach is holistic, solution-focused, and affirming of multicultural, poly/ENM, LGBTQIA2+, and neurodivergent diversities.
Are you rocking that 'got-it-together' facade, but deep down you're really falling apart? You're not alone. Life's throwing punches, and the struggle is real. You're seeking direction and clarity, but you feel stuck, caught in self-doubt, and trapped in "stay or leave" dilemmas. The uncertainty is unsettling and you start questioning everything about your relationship…and yourself. Whether it's your marriage, career, or the sheer weight of everything around you—I get it. It's like having a hundred tabs open in your mind at once, making it hard to think straight and perform as you envision. You're exhausted. It's time for a change.
I also specialize in working with people from multicultural backgrounds, helping unpack the impact of immigration, acculturation, or the pressure to belong.
We are all works in progress - or as I see it, masterpieces in the making. In therapy, my hope is to create a safe place for you to share the challenges of being human in this world. It is a place to explore pain and patterns that continue to show themselves, a place to explore how family, community, institutions, and social systems have impacted us, and a place to grow in awareness so as to participate more authentically in the fabric of life. I believe we all have the capacity to heal and view my job not as healer but as human creating a space for you to find the healer within yourself.
I also specialize in working with people from multicultural backgrounds, helping unpack the impact of immigration, acculturation, or the pressure to belong.
We are all works in progress - or as I see it, masterpieces in the making. In therapy, my hope is to create a safe place for you to share the challenges of being human in this world. It is a place to explore pain and patterns that continue to show themselves, a place to explore how family, community, institutions, and social systems have impacted us, and a place to grow in awareness so as to participate more authentically in the fabric of life. I believe we all have the capacity to heal and view my job not as healer but as human creating a space for you to find the healer within yourself.
Cosmin I Gheorghe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102 (Online Only)
I am certified multicultural intelligence therapist and I adapt my work to each person's set of values, beliefs and expectations.
I have 20+ years experience assisting clients to overcome issues related to Anxiety, Mid-Life Crisis, Burnout, Anger, Depression, Addictive/Compulsive Behavior. My clients say they appreciate my "genuine, therapuetic connection", my "warm, grounded, interactive therapy sessions"; my "solid multi-cultural competency". I am not the kind of therapist that sits and nods. I actively work with you to explore what is hapening and identify the best possible solutions. Finding the right therapist is tricky. This is why I am happy to talk with you on the phone before we decide to work together.
I am certified multicultural intelligence therapist and I adapt my work to each person's set of values, beliefs and expectations.
I have 20+ years experience assisting clients to overcome issues related to Anxiety, Mid-Life Crisis, Burnout, Anger, Depression, Addictive/Compulsive Behavior. My clients say they appreciate my "genuine, therapuetic connection", my "warm, grounded, interactive therapy sessions"; my "solid multi-cultural competency". I am not the kind of therapist that sits and nods. I actively work with you to explore what is hapening and identify the best possible solutions. Finding the right therapist is tricky. This is why I am happy to talk with you on the phone before we decide to work together.
Kavitha Goldowitz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104 (Online Only)
I have over 10 years experience working with individuals and couples. My area of expertise includes working with ethnic and multicultural population and addressing issues related to couples in inter-racial marriages, struggles with cultural assimilation and family relationship dynamics. I speak 5 languages and I am keenly aware of the specific issues faced by Indian-Americans in particular and Asian Americans and Latinos in general, especially with regards to struggles with personal and cultural identity. I offer brief and long term models of therapy. I also provide tele-therapy (online) in addition to face-to-face counseling.
I have over 10 years experience working with individuals and couples. My area of expertise includes working with ethnic and multicultural population and addressing issues related to couples in inter-racial marriages, struggles with cultural assimilation and family relationship dynamics. I speak 5 languages and I am keenly aware of the specific issues faced by Indian-Americans in particular and Asian Americans and Latinos in general, especially with regards to struggles with personal and cultural identity. I offer brief and long term models of therapy. I also provide tele-therapy (online) in addition to face-to-face counseling.
UR Mental Health Care
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
My approach is built on integrative lessons from client-centered, trauma-informed, multicultural social justice-based, CBT, and positive psychology.
I am "Leslie" Jaeyoun Shin, a dual-licensed therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 53097 & Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor 445) in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a woman of color and a Korean immigrant, I have learned how to live through and experience my life. As a therapist, I am privileged to help people find their way through the various challenges and pleasant surprises that life brings. Life is often tough, maybe too often or too tough. Yet, here you are, reading my introduction with a desire or interest in experiencing your life differently.
My approach is built on integrative lessons from client-centered, trauma-informed, multicultural social justice-based, CBT, and positive psychology.
I am "Leslie" Jaeyoun Shin, a dual-licensed therapist (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 53097 & Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor 445) in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a woman of color and a Korean immigrant, I have learned how to live through and experience my life. As a therapist, I am privileged to help people find their way through the various challenges and pleasant surprises that life brings. Life is often tough, maybe too often or too tough. Yet, here you are, reading my introduction with a desire or interest in experiencing your life differently.
Bay Area Relationship Support
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104
Growing up as a token Asian in the Midwest, raised by immigrant parents from two different cultures, I know first hand how being a multicultural minority in this country is both a beautiful, as well as confusing, experience.
I work with Asian American individuals and couples around relationship issues. Most of my clients are thriving in their careers, but they want more. They want meaningful and deep connections. They want to be seen and accepted for who they are. But as Asians living in the US, being seen and understood is often complicated by cultural misunderstandings, holding conflicting values and identities, communication differences, prejudice and racism, intergenerational trauma, and immigration issues.
Growing up as a token Asian in the Midwest, raised by immigrant parents from two different cultures, I know first hand how being a multicultural minority in this country is both a beautiful, as well as confusing, experience.
I work with Asian American individuals and couples around relationship issues. Most of my clients are thriving in their careers, but they want more. They want meaningful and deep connections. They want to be seen and accepted for who they are. But as Asians living in the US, being seen and understood is often complicated by cultural misunderstandings, holding conflicting values and identities, communication differences, prejudice and racism, intergenerational trauma, and immigration issues.
Melanie Maddox
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, EMDR, BSP
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
I also specialize in multicultural issues and relationship/family dynamics.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
I also specialize in multicultural issues and relationship/family dynamics.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
Root & Rise Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
Hi! I’m Larsa, and my private practice is Root & Rise Therapy. My passion is for people to believe in their inherent worth and value, and to walk alongside them during that part of their journey. As a first gen, Assyrian-American therapist, I can empathize with and provide support to those who are experiencing unique multicultural challenges. If your struggles include: thinking you aren't "enough", first gen and other multicultural issues, the impacts of anxiety, depression, or trauma, please reach out to me. I use a compassionate and trauma-informed approach to support my clients, with sprinkles of humor as needed!
Hi! I’m Larsa, and my private practice is Root & Rise Therapy. My passion is for people to believe in their inherent worth and value, and to walk alongside them during that part of their journey. As a first gen, Assyrian-American therapist, I can empathize with and provide support to those who are experiencing unique multicultural challenges. If your struggles include: thinking you aren't "enough", first gen and other multicultural issues, the impacts of anxiety, depression, or trauma, please reach out to me. I use a compassionate and trauma-informed approach to support my clients, with sprinkles of humor as needed!
I support individuals who are invested in understanding and connecting with themselves so their healing and growth are guided by their inner truths and values. My specialties include depression, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, body image concerns, relationship challenges, and multicultural issues. I believe in everyone's capacity to grow, heal, and live authentically and I help others cultivate kindness and trust with themselves so they self-care with confidence. I encourage change with patience and grace and counsel others towards a more loving relationship with themselves which, in turn, enables deeper relationships with others.
I support individuals who are invested in understanding and connecting with themselves so their healing and growth are guided by their inner truths and values. My specialties include depression, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, body image concerns, relationship challenges, and multicultural issues. I believe in everyone's capacity to grow, heal, and live authentically and I help others cultivate kindness and trust with themselves so they self-care with confidence. I encourage change with patience and grace and counsel others towards a more loving relationship with themselves which, in turn, enables deeper relationships with others.
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Multicultural Therapists
What type of therapy is multicultural therapy?
Multicultural therapy is not tied to any specific therapy; rather, it is an overarching approach to therapy that aims to acknowledge and address the influence that factors like race, gender identity, and cultural background can have on someone’s life. Multicultural approaches can be applied to CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and others, and can be practiced with individuals, couples, families, or groups.
What can I expect from multicultural therapy?
Multicultural counseling should be tailored to the client’s unique identity and cultural needs. Such approaches often prioritize the building of trust so that the client feels comfortable exploring various aspects of their identity and any challenges caused by mismatches between their identity and the dominant culture. Beyond that, the format and timeline of therapy will be heavily influenced by the therapist’s preferred therapy approach and the specific problems for which the client sought therapy.
Can multicultural therapy help treat trauma?
Yes. Cultural factors such as racial background, gender identity and or sexuality, and immigration or refugee status can influence both whether someone experiences trauma and how they cope afterward. Multicultural approaches to trauma-informed care will be aware of these influences, helping the client recognize how their response to trauma may be shaped by their cultural background and identify coping mechanisms that take their identity into account.
What are the benefits of seeing a multicultural therapist?
Members of minority groups who seek therapy are sometimes frustrated by providers who don’t understand their cultural background or dismiss the ways in which race, gender, or other facets of their identity influence their lived experience. Seeing a multicultural therapist can help these clients feel seen, understood, and able to develop solutions to life challenges that take their upbringing, beliefs, and past experiences into account.