Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in South San Francisco, CA

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Nicole Vanneman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I utilize Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused and Motivational Interviewing Therapy in my practice.
Hi! I’m Nicole. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I know how hard life can be to navigate sometimes. It can shake you up, break you down, and challenge you in ways you never thought it would. It can make you question who you are and where you are going. Seeking therapy can be daunting, but just know, you don’t have to travel this road alone. I love what I do and would consider it an honor to support you on your journey!
I utilize Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused and Motivational Interviewing Therapy in my practice.
Hi! I’m Nicole. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I know how hard life can be to navigate sometimes. It can shake you up, break you down, and challenge you in ways you never thought it would. It can make you question who you are and where you are going. Seeking therapy can be daunting, but just know, you don’t have to travel this road alone. I love what I do and would consider it an honor to support you on your journey!
(650) 582-2868 View (650) 582-2868
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Kristian Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I most frequently use a person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, as both modalities allow me and the client to develop a shared understanding of their reality, world view, and goals.
Hi there, I’m Kristian! My name is Kristian Elliott, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Francisco working with clients statewide through telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions using person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients work towards their goals and start feeling improvement in their daily life.
I most frequently use a person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy, as both modalities allow me and the client to develop a shared understanding of their reality, world view, and goals.
Hi there, I’m Kristian! My name is Kristian Elliott, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Francisco working with clients statewide through telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions using person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients work towards their goals and start feeling improvement in their daily life.
(650) 629-3719 View (650) 629-3719
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Vernon Proctor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Helping you reach your most significant potential by managing yourself. I have success in assisting people in accomplishing their goals by utilizing active listening and unconditional positive regard to establish a therapeutic relationship where you will feel emotionally safe. I have an effective range of therapeutic experience developed from my combined 21 years of experience as a teacher and therapist. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior therapy, Behavioral Analysis, and Client-Centered Therapy are a few of the tools I use to deliver direct counseling services.
Helping you reach your most significant potential by managing yourself. I have success in assisting people in accomplishing their goals by utilizing active listening and unconditional positive regard to establish a therapeutic relationship where you will feel emotionally safe. I have an effective range of therapeutic experience developed from my combined 21 years of experience as a teacher and therapist. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior therapy, Behavioral Analysis, and Client-Centered Therapy are a few of the tools I use to deliver direct counseling services.
(650) 420-4588 View (650) 420-4588
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Rachel Ongpin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
I specialize in areas focused on anxiety, depression, relationship issues using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, while incorporating mindfulness and strengths-based.
Are you looking for ways to get unstuck? We all experience different stressors in life that may impact our everyday lives and we all could use some support to get through these situations. I provide individual therapy that is focused on empathy and collaboration, and have an approach that will challenge while also support you. Healing looks different for everyone and I would like to help give you the tools and insight to make positive changes in your life. My primary focus is working with adults.
I specialize in areas focused on anxiety, depression, relationship issues using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, while incorporating mindfulness and strengths-based.
Are you looking for ways to get unstuck? We all experience different stressors in life that may impact our everyday lives and we all could use some support to get through these situations. I provide individual therapy that is focused on empathy and collaboration, and have an approach that will challenge while also support you. Healing looks different for everyone and I would like to help give you the tools and insight to make positive changes in your life. My primary focus is working with adults.
(415) 671-6067 View (415) 671-6067
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Michael Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Behind the client-centred approach, I have an eclectic theoretical orientation as I will pull from CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, and IFS as indicated and necessary.
Hi! I'm Michael Evans, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in homeless services, psychiatric inpatient and outpatient settings, and medical settings. I hope to come alongside you in your journey towards healing, growth, and change. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, grief, and severe mental illness. I'm a firm believer that each person is unique and deserves a unique approach to their symptoms. I am here to help create that unique approach alongside you.
Behind the client-centred approach, I have an eclectic theoretical orientation as I will pull from CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, and IFS as indicated and necessary.
Hi! I'm Michael Evans, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in homeless services, psychiatric inpatient and outpatient settings, and medical settings. I hope to come alongside you in your journey towards healing, growth, and change. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, grief, and severe mental illness. I'm a firm believer that each person is unique and deserves a unique approach to their symptoms. I am here to help create that unique approach alongside you.
(650) 405-4885 View (650) 405-4885
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Stephen William Douthit
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South San Francisco, CA 94083  (Online Only)
Another speciality of mine is working with Teenagers struggling with cognitive, emotional, and/or relational issues.
One of my specialties is mindfulness awareness for Men- that is, helping men who have historically struggled with a mind - body connection, find that connection for themselves. While I feel that everyone would benefit from this, I'm particularly passionate about helping men achieve this. There is a power in that connection. Through various techniques I teach you how to process and gain control over your thoughts and emotions - with the goal of processing trauma, reducing depression, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation. I have seen it work. I have seen the change in people and observed this physical phenomenon. There is hope for you
Another speciality of mine is working with Teenagers struggling with cognitive, emotional, and/or relational issues.
One of my specialties is mindfulness awareness for Men- that is, helping men who have historically struggled with a mind - body connection, find that connection for themselves. While I feel that everyone would benefit from this, I'm particularly passionate about helping men achieve this. There is a power in that connection. Through various techniques I teach you how to process and gain control over your thoughts and emotions - with the goal of processing trauma, reducing depression, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation. I have seen it work. I have seen the change in people and observed this physical phenomenon. There is hope for you
(650) 777-8712 View (650) 777-8712
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Anthony Navarro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
My name is Anthony Navarro and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients throughout southern California via telehealth services. I work with adults and adolescents while specializing in depression, anxiety, stress, and anger management while using Solution Focus and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients reach their mental health goals.
My name is Anthony Navarro and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients throughout southern California via telehealth services. I work with adults and adolescents while specializing in depression, anxiety, stress, and anger management while using Solution Focus and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients reach their mental health goals.
(650) 610-2765 View (650) 610-2765
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Heidi Huffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I use talk therapy (CBT), Narrative, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma Focused, and Positive Psychology approaches most often.
Heidi Huffman, LCSW 82128. My approach to therapy is based on an individual’s needs and comfort level. I was a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) for many years prior to returning to college to earn a Master’s Degree in Social Work.
I use talk therapy (CBT), Narrative, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma Focused, and Positive Psychology approaches most often.
Heidi Huffman, LCSW 82128. My approach to therapy is based on an individual’s needs and comfort level. I was a licensed vocational nurse (LVN) for many years prior to returning to college to earn a Master’s Degree in Social Work.
(650) 648-7114 View (650) 648-7114
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Cristina Mariscal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
My framework is based on client-centered, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within a cultural lens.
I specialize in supporting adults, older teens, and couples facing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, intergenerational/ historical traumas, grief/loss, depression and anxiety. I provide support from a multicultural lens, taking into account physical, mental, spiritual, emotional wounds. My work is deeply rooted in empowering and supporting individuals on their journey of healing. I sit alongside them as they mend emotional/behavioral wounds and uncover inner strengths, insight and increase awareness about themselves.
My framework is based on client-centered, psychodynamic, trauma-informed, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy within a cultural lens.
I specialize in supporting adults, older teens, and couples facing difficult life transitions, relationship issues, intergenerational/ historical traumas, grief/loss, depression and anxiety. I provide support from a multicultural lens, taking into account physical, mental, spiritual, emotional wounds. My work is deeply rooted in empowering and supporting individuals on their journey of healing. I sit alongside them as they mend emotional/behavioral wounds and uncover inner strengths, insight and increase awareness about themselves.
(415) 749-9327 View (415) 749-9327
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Shamaine Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Greetings! My name is Shamaine Ford and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I became a therapist because I saw how important mental health was and the impact it had in the community I lived in as a child. I believe the human mind is like a flower. If you nurture it, it will grow. My therapy model is to look at any obstacles from a strength-based perspective and to build on those attributes. Other evidence-based models I practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and teaching mindfulness.
Greetings! My name is Shamaine Ford and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I became a therapist because I saw how important mental health was and the impact it had in the community I lived in as a child. I believe the human mind is like a flower. If you nurture it, it will grow. My therapy model is to look at any obstacles from a strength-based perspective and to build on those attributes. Other evidence-based models I practice are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and teaching mindfulness.
(323) 639-5927 View (323) 639-5927
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Johnny Morataya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is to create a secure and comfortable space for anyone to address their mental health needs and concerns; I am not here to judge but to understand and help. My goal is to meet you where you are and collaboratively work towards the goals that you set. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a treatment modality to aid in processing thoughts and feelings with regard to certain stressors and identify helpful coping skills.
My approach to therapy is to create a secure and comfortable space for anyone to address their mental health needs and concerns; I am not here to judge but to understand and help. My goal is to meet you where you are and collaboratively work towards the goals that you set. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a treatment modality to aid in processing thoughts and feelings with regard to certain stressors and identify helpful coping skills.
(510) 804-2497 View (510) 804-2497
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Lea Reyes | Relationships
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
I specialize in using a holistic approach that incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance-based strategies.
Struggles in your relationship can be overwhelming and confusing where you're constantly arguing over small things and feel a growing distance as a couple. "How did things get to this point and how do I fix it?" I want you to know that I understand because I have been in your shoes. I know the pain and frustration that comes with feeling disconnected in a relationship
I specialize in using a holistic approach that incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance-based strategies.
Struggles in your relationship can be overwhelming and confusing where you're constantly arguing over small things and feel a growing distance as a couple. "How did things get to this point and how do I fix it?" I want you to know that I understand because I have been in your shoes. I know the pain and frustration that comes with feeling disconnected in a relationship
(714) 912-1745 View (714) 912-1745
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Shelby McClure
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
My specialties include trauma-informed care, crisis stabilization, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Positive Psychology, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I have worked in a wide variety of environments and with a wide variety of clients, including those in outpatient settings and with adolescents in a residential treatment facility. I am a strength-based therapist that works to empower her clients. I provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental space where they can more deeply examine their inner feelings and find ways to overcome life's challenges. I hope to help you along your journey of self-discovery, and to always provide you with a place where you can feel heard and understood.
My specialties include trauma-informed care, crisis stabilization, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Positive Psychology, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I have worked in a wide variety of environments and with a wide variety of clients, including those in outpatient settings and with adolescents in a residential treatment facility. I am a strength-based therapist that works to empower her clients. I provide clients with a safe, non-judgmental space where they can more deeply examine their inner feelings and find ways to overcome life's challenges. I hope to help you along your journey of self-discovery, and to always provide you with a place where you can feel heard and understood.
(415) 630-4513 View (415) 630-4513
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Rana Moradhasel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Hello! My name is Rana Moradhasel. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in CA. I have a collaborative non-judgmental approach to therapy. My main focus is to help clients identify thought patterns that are impacting their quality of life and work towards a solution. I am a client-centered therapist with training in CBT and DBT. I utilize existential, spiritual, and solution-focused tools. I treat anxiety, depression, cognitive distortions (negative thought patterns), mood disorders, grief, and adjustment disorders.
Hello! My name is Rana Moradhasel. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in CA. I have a collaborative non-judgmental approach to therapy. My main focus is to help clients identify thought patterns that are impacting their quality of life and work towards a solution. I am a client-centered therapist with training in CBT and DBT. I utilize existential, spiritual, and solution-focused tools. I treat anxiety, depression, cognitive distortions (negative thought patterns), mood disorders, grief, and adjustment disorders.
(510) 946-1891 View (510) 946-1891
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Lluvia Hetrick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I primarily use Mindfulness and Brainspotting as a modality for healing, though I am trained in EMDR, family systems, TF-CBT, DBT, and CBT.
My approach to therapy focuses on building the therapeutic relationship and supporting each client with an individualized treatment plan to support their needs. I am a trauma-focused therapist and believe presenting problems that bring people to therapy are rooted in earlier experiences. Brainspotting is a gentle yet effective neurobiological approach to treat symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic disorder, PTSD, attachment wounds, etc.
I primarily use Mindfulness and Brainspotting as a modality for healing, though I am trained in EMDR, family systems, TF-CBT, DBT, and CBT.
My approach to therapy focuses on building the therapeutic relationship and supporting each client with an individualized treatment plan to support their needs. I am a trauma-focused therapist and believe presenting problems that bring people to therapy are rooted in earlier experiences. Brainspotting is a gentle yet effective neurobiological approach to treat symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic disorder, PTSD, attachment wounds, etc.
(562) 539-2333 View (562) 539-2333
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Starr Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
(714) 844-7985 View (714) 844-7985
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Brian Wolfe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
I like to help my clients learn about intense emotions coming in waves like on an ocean and how to notice body sensations which then escalate into undesired behaviors. With a combination of CBT and DBT tools, I like to educate my clients about the purpose and necessity of all emotions and how to step away from feelings that could result in "problem behaviors" which only make things worse. Once we learn how to manage this phenomena, we can feel successful to move on to work on more difficult relationships in our adult lives that cause us trouble whether it be interpersonal familial, or work.
I like to help my clients learn about intense emotions coming in waves like on an ocean and how to notice body sensations which then escalate into undesired behaviors. With a combination of CBT and DBT tools, I like to educate my clients about the purpose and necessity of all emotions and how to step away from feelings that could result in "problem behaviors" which only make things worse. Once we learn how to manage this phenomena, we can feel successful to move on to work on more difficult relationships in our adult lives that cause us trouble whether it be interpersonal familial, or work.
(510) 826-3865 View (510) 826-3865
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Erin Bastian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Hello there. I'm Erin Bastian, LCSW. My approach to therapy is meeting you where you are at, being honest, genuine, and finding a therapeutic approach that best meets your needs. There are many therapeutic approaches and all lead to finding meaning and purpose. I utilize a number of theoretical approaches in order to find what fits best for you. My core theoretical foundations include Humanistic, Existential, Integrative, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive. I am simply me. I'm genuine, honest, and open. My desire is to help you find answers, feel safe, feel understood, and feel supported. Connection and good conversation are key.
Hello there. I'm Erin Bastian, LCSW. My approach to therapy is meeting you where you are at, being honest, genuine, and finding a therapeutic approach that best meets your needs. There are many therapeutic approaches and all lead to finding meaning and purpose. I utilize a number of theoretical approaches in order to find what fits best for you. My core theoretical foundations include Humanistic, Existential, Integrative, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive. I am simply me. I'm genuine, honest, and open. My desire is to help you find answers, feel safe, feel understood, and feel supported. Connection and good conversation are key.
(559) 851-0585 View (559) 851-0585
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Taylor Wikel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
Coming to therapy can be a vulnerable experience, which is why I aim to provide a safe, supportive, empathetic and nonjudgmental environment. My professional background and experience applying Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) has given me a passion to work with individuals with severe mental illness and personality disorders.
Coming to therapy can be a vulnerable experience, which is why I aim to provide a safe, supportive, empathetic and nonjudgmental environment. My professional background and experience applying Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) has given me a passion to work with individuals with severe mental illness and personality disorders.
(415) 949-3187 View (415) 949-3187
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Kristen Cubeta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
I strive to provide evidence-based treatment, while also meeting my clients where they are and treating them as the expert of their experience. My style can be described as warm and laid-back. It is my goal to get to know each person I work with deeply so I can tailor treatment to fit their individual needs. I tend to utilize CBT and/or DBT strategies in most sessions.
I strive to provide evidence-based treatment, while also meeting my clients where they are and treating them as the expert of their experience. My style can be described as warm and laid-back. It is my goal to get to know each person I work with deeply so I can tailor treatment to fit their individual needs. I tend to utilize CBT and/or DBT strategies in most sessions.
(510) 359-5058 View (510) 359-5058
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists

How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?

Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.

When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?

It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.

How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?

To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.

Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?

CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.