Trauma Focused Therapists in South San Francisco, CA

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Beth Cassel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, SEP
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Successful therapy means getting to the root of deeply held internal conflicts, false beliefs and feelings about who we are. These often originate from trauma and attachment wounding, directing our behavior, keeping us in looping ineffective patterns and restricting our tolerance for a full range of emotions. Parts work, somatic and trauma focused modalities and my warm, flexible, interactive approach augment our collaboration. You determine the pace of our work as I attune to your uniqueness and need for safety. When a problem solving approach is needed, I offer tools to ease anxiety and navigate through hardships.
Successful therapy means getting to the root of deeply held internal conflicts, false beliefs and feelings about who we are. These often originate from trauma and attachment wounding, directing our behavior, keeping us in looping ineffective patterns and restricting our tolerance for a full range of emotions. Parts work, somatic and trauma focused modalities and my warm, flexible, interactive approach augment our collaboration. You determine the pace of our work as I attune to your uniqueness and need for safety. When a problem solving approach is needed, I offer tools to ease anxiety and navigate through hardships.
(415) 237-4332 View (415) 237-4332
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Leslie I Nieves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I'm passionate about partnering with clients in their healing journey. I work collaboratively with my clients on embracing a new life narrative. I have experience working with couples, families that are in crisis, parenting difficulties, at-risk teens, survivors of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions, as well as clients experiencing depression, anxiety, fears, anger management difficulties, and crisis. I believe you can write a new life narrative as you heal from trauma. Lastly, as you embark on this journey, I believe you can emerge whole, enlightened, and empowered on the other side.
I'm passionate about partnering with clients in their healing journey. I work collaboratively with my clients on embracing a new life narrative. I have experience working with couples, families that are in crisis, parenting difficulties, at-risk teens, survivors of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions, as well as clients experiencing depression, anxiety, fears, anger management difficulties, and crisis. I believe you can write a new life narrative as you heal from trauma. Lastly, as you embark on this journey, I believe you can emerge whole, enlightened, and empowered on the other side.
(650) 517-7974 View (650) 517-7974
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Cheri Celestine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I’m passionate about helping others navigate through life challenges. Some of my specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse and depression utilizing Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
I’m passionate about helping others navigate through life challenges. Some of my specialties include stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse and depression utilizing Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
(909) 359-6149 View (909) 359-6149
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Martha Borja Acacio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I hold over 25 years of experience working with youth, adolescents, young adults, adults and families. After earning my master's degree in Counseling at San Francisco State University, I accepted a position with Family Service Agency of San Francisco, then with the City and County of San Francisco Department of Public Health, Community Behavioral Services. In this position, I helped to create the Transitional Youth Service Program. In 2000, I received a Certificate of Honor award from the Mayor of San Francisco.
I hold over 25 years of experience working with youth, adolescents, young adults, adults and families. After earning my master's degree in Counseling at San Francisco State University, I accepted a position with Family Service Agency of San Francisco, then with the City and County of San Francisco Department of Public Health, Community Behavioral Services. In this position, I helped to create the Transitional Youth Service Program. In 2000, I received a Certificate of Honor award from the Mayor of San Francisco.
(650) 353-9141 View (650) 353-9141
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Stephen William Douthit
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South San Francisco, CA 94083  (Online Only)
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
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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Ricardo Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Hello, I'm Ricardo Moran, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion is to support individuals and families to prevent and cope with problems in their everyday lives. Currently, I have been working with young adolescent and adult patients who have depression and anxiety. I understand how these diagnoses can impair someone's overall functioning so it's important to me to support them with managing their symptoms.
Hello, I'm Ricardo Moran, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion is to support individuals and families to prevent and cope with problems in their everyday lives. Currently, I have been working with young adolescent and adult patients who have depression and anxiety. I understand how these diagnoses can impair someone's overall functioning so it's important to me to support them with managing their symptoms.
(650) 830-8554 View (650) 830-8554
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Katrina Watkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Hello, I'm Katrina Watkins, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on creating a safe, empathetic space for you to explore your concerns and strengths. I am dedicated to assisting my clients in the following areas: anxiety and stress management, depression and mood disorders, relationship and family issues, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence, addiction and substance abuse, mindfulness, work-related stress, LGBTQ+ issues, and more.
Hello, I'm Katrina Watkins, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on creating a safe, empathetic space for you to explore your concerns and strengths. I am dedicated to assisting my clients in the following areas: anxiety and stress management, depression and mood disorders, relationship and family issues, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, self-esteem and confidence, addiction and substance abuse, mindfulness, work-related stress, LGBTQ+ issues, and more.
(650) 275-6256 View (650) 275-6256
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Jane Jolindon Alfonso
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , MFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
Are you exhausted and feeling disconnected? Can’t relax and forgotten what it’s like to get a good night’s sleep or enjoy the small things in life? Having trouble balancing priorities or unclear about what those priorities are? Do everyone else’s needs come before your own? If you’ve answered “yes” to any of those questions, then let’s talk. I’m a Filipina, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 16 years of experience in the San Francisco Bay Area. I specialize in working with professional women and BIPOC who have a lot on their plate and feel like they’re going to collapse or explode if one more thing happens.
Are you exhausted and feeling disconnected? Can’t relax and forgotten what it’s like to get a good night’s sleep or enjoy the small things in life? Having trouble balancing priorities or unclear about what those priorities are? Do everyone else’s needs come before your own? If you’ve answered “yes” to any of those questions, then let’s talk. I’m a Filipina, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 16 years of experience in the San Francisco Bay Area. I specialize in working with professional women and BIPOC who have a lot on their plate and feel like they’re going to collapse or explode if one more thing happens.
(415) 806-4253 View (415) 806-4253
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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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Erika J Román
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
With over 20 years as a bilingual/bicultural Social Worker, and the last 8 years of experience as a Behavioral Health Therapist, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health counseling services to individuals, families, and communities. My journey in the field has equipped me with a diverse skill set and a profound understanding of the complexities individuals face in their pursuit of growth and well-being. It would be an honor to partner with you on your journey towards healing, growth, and self-discovery.
With over 20 years as a bilingual/bicultural Social Worker, and the last 8 years of experience as a Behavioral Health Therapist, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health counseling services to individuals, families, and communities. My journey in the field has equipped me with a diverse skill set and a profound understanding of the complexities individuals face in their pursuit of growth and well-being. It would be an honor to partner with you on your journey towards healing, growth, and self-discovery.
(650) 529-6781 View (650) 529-6781
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Diana Gómez Ibarra
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Looking for help in this vulnerable process of healing? I'm honored to share space with people who bring the effects of Trauma and Loss to session. I am passionate about helping people with difficult pasts heal and feel more present. I help grievers work through the would-have could-have and should-haves that linger long after a loss. Have you spent more time explaining your Cultura to a therapist than the issues you wanted to focus on? Let's focus on you. I got you! I am a Bay Area Chicana therapist, that loves integrating culture as a means of healing, context and growth.
Looking for help in this vulnerable process of healing? I'm honored to share space with people who bring the effects of Trauma and Loss to session. I am passionate about helping people with difficult pasts heal and feel more present. I help grievers work through the would-have could-have and should-haves that linger long after a loss. Have you spent more time explaining your Cultura to a therapist than the issues you wanted to focus on? Let's focus on you. I got you! I am a Bay Area Chicana therapist, that loves integrating culture as a means of healing, context and growth.
(650) 458-0189 View (650) 458-0189
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Deanne Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
Welcome. My name is Deanne Edwards and I’ve been honored to be in the helping field since 1994. I work to create an inviting, safe space for you to share your story, your pain, your strengths and your heart in hopes of finding a new and transformative experience through our work together. Looking for help takes courage and I will do my best to help you find a way through difficult times and support you to find your strength and healing. Please feel free to reach out and let me know what brings you here.
Welcome. My name is Deanne Edwards and I’ve been honored to be in the helping field since 1994. I work to create an inviting, safe space for you to share your story, your pain, your strengths and your heart in hopes of finding a new and transformative experience through our work together. Looking for help takes courage and I will do my best to help you find a way through difficult times and support you to find your strength and healing. Please feel free to reach out and let me know what brings you here.
(650) 749-7244 View (650) 749-7244
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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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Christy Lusareta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
We all need a safe and supportive space that allows us to feel seen, heard and nurtured in our most troubling times. Working with me is a collaborative and emotionally empowering process where I will provide a compassionate and healing environment that allows you to access your deepest and most complicated emotions and thoughts. Bring your authentic self and let's work together to find what you're looking for. The journey can be difficult, but you don't have to go it alone - and who knows, we may even have some fun along the way!
We all need a safe and supportive space that allows us to feel seen, heard and nurtured in our most troubling times. Working with me is a collaborative and emotionally empowering process where I will provide a compassionate and healing environment that allows you to access your deepest and most complicated emotions and thoughts. Bring your authentic self and let's work together to find what you're looking for. The journey can be difficult, but you don't have to go it alone - and who knows, we may even have some fun along the way!
(650) 910-1868 View (650) 910-1868
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Danielle Daviscourt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South San Francisco, CA 94083  (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm Danielle, a psychodynamic depth therapist and alum of Pacifica Graduate Institute. As a registered associate MFT, and PCC, Reiki Master, and Coach, I work remotely with clients across California to offer a holistic and integrative approach to therapy, focusing on the physical, spiritual, social, energetic, and psychological aspects of self. My passion for Jungian works, dreams, spirituality, rites of passage, and initiations enriches our work, assisting with transformative healing experiences. Together, we can navigate the ups and downs, finding inspiration in every season of life.
Welcome! I'm Danielle, a psychodynamic depth therapist and alum of Pacifica Graduate Institute. As a registered associate MFT, and PCC, Reiki Master, and Coach, I work remotely with clients across California to offer a holistic and integrative approach to therapy, focusing on the physical, spiritual, social, energetic, and psychological aspects of self. My passion for Jungian works, dreams, spirituality, rites of passage, and initiations enriches our work, assisting with transformative healing experiences. Together, we can navigate the ups and downs, finding inspiration in every season of life.
(650) 547-1438 View (650) 547-1438
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Henry Tran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Hello! I'm Henry Tran, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing therapy since 2016. I am currently working full-time with adults in a hospital setting. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, and stress. I also have experience working with many different populations and age groups ranging from children to older adults. I have a solution-focused approach all while providing a safe and non-judgmental environment. I am adaptable and have the ability to utilize different modalities tuned to your treatment goals.
Hello! I'm Henry Tran, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing therapy since 2016. I am currently working full-time with adults in a hospital setting. I help people struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, and stress. I also have experience working with many different populations and age groups ranging from children to older adults. I have a solution-focused approach all while providing a safe and non-judgmental environment. I am adaptable and have the ability to utilize different modalities tuned to your treatment goals.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Erin Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South San Francisco, CA 94080  (Online Only)
The way we feel about ourselves in the world is heavily influenced by the quality of care we received (or did not receive) in childhood. Being seen and understood is a fundamental experience that allows us to identify our genuine interests and explore them with open curiosity. Feelings of isolation, loneliness, and not being good enough, often get in the way of that exploration. My job is to support the process of uncovering disowned emotions and discovering new ways of being that help people feel more connected to themselves and others.
The way we feel about ourselves in the world is heavily influenced by the quality of care we received (or did not receive) in childhood. Being seen and understood is a fundamental experience that allows us to identify our genuine interests and explore them with open curiosity. Feelings of isolation, loneliness, and not being good enough, often get in the way of that exploration. My job is to support the process of uncovering disowned emotions and discovering new ways of being that help people feel more connected to themselves and others.
(323) 844-8301 View (323) 844-8301
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Stephen Trichter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I offer a holistic approach, drawing on depth psychology, somatics, spirituality, psychedelic medicine, relational theory and social justice activism in my work with patients. I am interested in working closely with adults, adolescents and couples, supporting them in their development and helping them reach their goals.
I offer a holistic approach, drawing on depth psychology, somatics, spirituality, psychedelic medicine, relational theory and social justice activism in my work with patients. I am interested in working closely with adults, adolescents and couples, supporting them in their development and helping them reach their goals.
(415) 689-9969 View (415) 689-9969
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Sonia Bello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
I am a bilingual bicultural Marriage & Family Therapist in the field of mental health for over 13 years. In my practice, I strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for individuals to explore and grow in desired areas. I work from a strength-based approach and I am passionate about empowering individuals and families to reach their full potential.
I am a bilingual bicultural Marriage & Family Therapist in the field of mental health for over 13 years. In my practice, I strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for individuals to explore and grow in desired areas. I work from a strength-based approach and I am passionate about empowering individuals and families to reach their full potential.
(415) 234-1637 View (415) 234-1637
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Katie Cofer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South San Francisco, CA 94080
My ideal client is someone who wants solutions to current life issues, but also to explore and let go of limiting beliefs and patterns. Many of them deal with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship issues, and blocked creativity. Uncovering and releasing unresolved emotions opens up space for lasting change. My Mind/Body approach integrates relational talk therapy, somatics, and expressive arts. Through these processes of self-discovery and healing, clients may feel more empowered and connected with their innate vitality and creativity.
My ideal client is someone who wants solutions to current life issues, but also to explore and let go of limiting beliefs and patterns. Many of them deal with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship issues, and blocked creativity. Uncovering and releasing unresolved emotions opens up space for lasting change. My Mind/Body approach integrates relational talk therapy, somatics, and expressive arts. Through these processes of self-discovery and healing, clients may feel more empowered and connected with their innate vitality and creativity.
(415) 742-1951 View (415) 742-1951
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