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Emily Pellegrino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94110
Let's Connect (415) 634-1153
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Even living in progressive California, being part of the LGBTQ+ community can be beautiful, exciting, challenging, and heartbreaking which makes finding a LGBTQ+ friendly therapist that much more important. You might be questioning your sexuality. You might wonder where you fit in. You might simultaneously love your queer life, but feel like an outsider from your biological family or the rest of the world. You might be mislabeled or misgendered by others and it’s painful to not be seen for who you are. Being part of the LGBTQ+ community might only be one part of who you are and it might not be why you’re coming to therapy at all.
As a queer therapist, we'll work together to decide what you want therapy to look like. I often use humor, empathy, honest conversations, brainspotting (a powerful trauma-informed technique) and body based work. Together we can strengthen and develop your relationship with yourself, so that the chaos of the world doesn’t feel so heavy.
I work best with people who are tired of being unhappy and people who want to change their patterns even when it’s downright terrifying to do so. I currently offer online sessions via video along with outdoor sessions as well. Please reach out for a free 20 minute consultation.
Call or Email Emily Pellegrino now for a free 15 minute consultation - (415) 634-1153
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Pay by Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (415) 634-1153
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Emily Pellegrino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 95345 Emily Pellegrino
- Certificate from in Ecotherapy by The Earth Body Institute 2020
- Attended Loyola University Chicago
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Stress
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Highly Sensitive People
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Brainspotting
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Experiential Therapy
- Expressive Arts
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
Oakland, CA 94611
(415) 634-1153Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Call for a free consultation now - (415) 634-1153
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Emily Pellegrino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW