Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Anna March Henderson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94123
I balance tenderness and intuition with a structured approach to support clients with a wide variety of challenges and goals, be they deeply personal, work-related, or something else entirely. I enter every new relationship with utmost curiosity while I learn what is most supportive to my client, and I regard every individual as the expert of their own lived experience.
I balance tenderness and intuition with a structured approach to support clients with a wide variety of challenges and goals, be they deeply personal, work-related, or something else entirely. I enter every new relationship with utmost curiosity while I learn what is most supportive to my client, and I regard every individual as the expert of their own lived experience.
Erica Mainshine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for you where you can bring all of yourself, and explore and integrate experiences, thoughts, and feelings. I offer both goal oriented and more open-ended psychotherapy for adults, teenagers, and couples.
I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for you where you can bring all of yourself, and explore and integrate experiences, thoughts, and feelings. I offer both goal oriented and more open-ended psychotherapy for adults, teenagers, and couples.
Kaycie Crossley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94122 (Online Only)
As a licensed mental health therapist, I am dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward authentic living and deeper connections. My approach combines heart-centered, humanistic psychotherapy with evidence-based practices, ensuring that every client's unique story is honored and expanded. My work is anchored in the belief that conflict and struggle can be transformative gateways to self-understanding and more fulfilling relationships. Whether you are seeking to improve communication, deepen emotional bonds, or heal from past hurts, I offer a compassionate and empathetic space to explore and grow.
As a licensed mental health therapist, I am dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families toward authentic living and deeper connections. My approach combines heart-centered, humanistic psychotherapy with evidence-based practices, ensuring that every client's unique story is honored and expanded. My work is anchored in the belief that conflict and struggle can be transformative gateways to self-understanding and more fulfilling relationships. Whether you are seeking to improve communication, deepen emotional bonds, or heal from past hurts, I offer a compassionate and empathetic space to explore and grow.
Clare Willis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
We all want to live in harmony—with loved ones, in our work and creative lives, and in our minds and bodies—yet sometimes we find ourselves struggling. Perhaps you are facing a new problem—work struggles, relationship challenges, thoughts and feelings that are hard to control, or maybe you have a long term issue that you have finally decided you are going to tackle head on—whatever it is I applaud you for taking this step, and I offer you my support.
We all want to live in harmony—with loved ones, in our work and creative lives, and in our minds and bodies—yet sometimes we find ourselves struggling. Perhaps you are facing a new problem—work struggles, relationship challenges, thoughts and feelings that are hard to control, or maybe you have a long term issue that you have finally decided you are going to tackle head on—whatever it is I applaud you for taking this step, and I offer you my support.
Bay Area Center For Anxiety
Psychologist
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94123
Anxiety is the most common mental health problem, with an estimated 18% suffering from anxiety disorders at any one time. Fortunately, anxiety disorders are one of the most researched areas of mental health and have numerous treatments with strong research showing its effectiveness.
Anxiety can come in many different forms from specific phobias to an inability to stop worrying about most everything. Anxiety can cause physical illness, pain, difficulty sleeping, weight gain, distress in relationships with partners, children, or parents, and can have a profoundly negative effect on work and school.
Anxiety is the most common mental health problem, with an estimated 18% suffering from anxiety disorders at any one time. Fortunately, anxiety disorders are one of the most researched areas of mental health and have numerous treatments with strong research showing its effectiveness.
Anxiety can come in many different forms from specific phobias to an inability to stop worrying about most everything. Anxiety can cause physical illness, pain, difficulty sleeping, weight gain, distress in relationships with partners, children, or parents, and can have a profoundly negative effect on work and school.
Leah Heyman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94115
Tired of feeling exhausted all the time? Are you moving through life but not fully living it? You're not alone, and it doesn't have to be this way. My aim is to help you cultivate resilience, reconcile past pains, and forge a path toward greater well-being. I specialize in working with teens and adults navigating the complexities of trauma, focusing on dissociation, substance use/addiction, chronic illness, and disordered eating. My approach emphasizes fostering positive self-esteem, setting personal boundaries, exploring intersectional identities, practicing non-violent communication, and enhancing the mind-body connection.
Tired of feeling exhausted all the time? Are you moving through life but not fully living it? You're not alone, and it doesn't have to be this way. My aim is to help you cultivate resilience, reconcile past pains, and forge a path toward greater well-being. I specialize in working with teens and adults navigating the complexities of trauma, focusing on dissociation, substance use/addiction, chronic illness, and disordered eating. My approach emphasizes fostering positive self-esteem, setting personal boundaries, exploring intersectional identities, practicing non-violent communication, and enhancing the mind-body connection.
Megan Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
If you are reading this, then chances are you are looking to give either yourself and/or a loved one the opportunity to make important life changes. Everyone experiences situations that they need support with. Often, the most beneficial choice one can make is to seek objective guidance. You are the expert of your own life experience. My role is to help you explore this knowledge in a way that brings clarity and fulfillment. My name is Megan Rose and a particular area of specialty and interest is working with adults, couples and families who are wrestling with life transitions and relationship challenges.
If you are reading this, then chances are you are looking to give either yourself and/or a loved one the opportunity to make important life changes. Everyone experiences situations that they need support with. Often, the most beneficial choice one can make is to seek objective guidance. You are the expert of your own life experience. My role is to help you explore this knowledge in a way that brings clarity and fulfillment. My name is Megan Rose and a particular area of specialty and interest is working with adults, couples and families who are wrestling with life transitions and relationship challenges.
Arielle Piastunovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94107 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of mental health experience. I work with children, adults, older adults couples, and families. I have a wealth of diverse experience which includes mood / anxiety disorders, substance disorders (chronic alcoholism and eating disorders), and providing couples and family treatment. I specialize in trauma and relationships. Healing is often a hard and painful process, but it also can be joyful and lead to a more fulfilling life and improved relationships. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey towards happiness, acceptance, greater intimacy, peace, and recovery.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of mental health experience. I work with children, adults, older adults couples, and families. I have a wealth of diverse experience which includes mood / anxiety disorders, substance disorders (chronic alcoholism and eating disorders), and providing couples and family treatment. I specialize in trauma and relationships. Healing is often a hard and painful process, but it also can be joyful and lead to a more fulfilling life and improved relationships. I would be honored to accompany you on your journey towards happiness, acceptance, greater intimacy, peace, and recovery.
Ami E. Hartley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAS, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94117
People come to therapy when they feel ready. Often they have gained some insight and are consciously seeking a happier, more balanced life. Many people are aware of a need for healing narcissistic abuse from family, partners or in the work environment. The motivation it takes to make that first phone call is a major step towards positive change. My style is interpersonal, supportive, open and communicative. Most people appreciate guidance, direction and practical feedback. I encourage exploration of unconscious repetitive patterns in relationships and making changes wherever possible.
People come to therapy when they feel ready. Often they have gained some insight and are consciously seeking a happier, more balanced life. Many people are aware of a need for healing narcissistic abuse from family, partners or in the work environment. The motivation it takes to make that first phone call is a major step towards positive change. My style is interpersonal, supportive, open and communicative. Most people appreciate guidance, direction and practical feedback. I encourage exploration of unconscious repetitive patterns in relationships and making changes wherever possible.
Lauren Blumer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with young adults ages 16-30 as they navigate the exciting, yet often stressful transitions within early adulthood. Many of my clients have experienced trauma and find that this impacts their relationships, school, work, and general sense of self. This can lead to feelings of sadness, anxiety, low self-esteem, and difficulty trusting yourself. These feelings can impact all relationships, but many encounter challenges when dating and getting involved in romantic relationships, as they may experience attachment concerns, intimacy challenges, and difficulty choosing good partners.
I specialize in working with young adults ages 16-30 as they navigate the exciting, yet often stressful transitions within early adulthood. Many of my clients have experienced trauma and find that this impacts their relationships, school, work, and general sense of self. This can lead to feelings of sadness, anxiety, low self-esteem, and difficulty trusting yourself. These feelings can impact all relationships, but many encounter challenges when dating and getting involved in romantic relationships, as they may experience attachment concerns, intimacy challenges, and difficulty choosing good partners.
Amanda Lesky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102 (Online Only)
I assist you to develop and use your strengths to improve your relationships and yourself through self-exploration and guidance. I use an integrative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach. I work with individuals that struggle with depression and anxiety related to career, athletics, interpersonal relationships, medical conditions, disease, pre/post op surgery and injuries. Through a safe and supportive environment, I believe in the importance of devising a realistic plan for treatment that is personalized for your particular symptoms and collaborate with you to improve your quality of life.
I assist you to develop and use your strengths to improve your relationships and yourself through self-exploration and guidance. I use an integrative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach. I work with individuals that struggle with depression and anxiety related to career, athletics, interpersonal relationships, medical conditions, disease, pre/post op surgery and injuries. Through a safe and supportive environment, I believe in the importance of devising a realistic plan for treatment that is personalized for your particular symptoms and collaborate with you to improve your quality of life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, ATR-BC, PATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94110
Hello and welcome! I started my practice to help people overcome and recover from grief and loss, trauma and relationship issues. My therapeutic approach allows negative or problem situations to transform into positive solutions. I am a certified grief recovery specialist and also work with pet loss, relationship endings and life transitions. I enter each therapy session with sincerity and compassion and will work with you to develop a plan for reaching your goals. If you are experiencing pain from the death of a loved one, a life change or relationship ending, please call or e-mail to set up an in-person appointment.
Hello and welcome! I started my practice to help people overcome and recover from grief and loss, trauma and relationship issues. My therapeutic approach allows negative or problem situations to transform into positive solutions. I am a certified grief recovery specialist and also work with pet loss, relationship endings and life transitions. I enter each therapy session with sincerity and compassion and will work with you to develop a plan for reaching your goals. If you are experiencing pain from the death of a loved one, a life change or relationship ending, please call or e-mail to set up an in-person appointment.
Laurel Salmon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
Experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma can be hard to navigate on one’s own. Through the use of integrative modalities, my goal is to help you find your way so that you can manage symptoms, feel your best, discover who you truly are, and move forward in the direction of your dreams whereby your past no longer holds you back. Using warmth and compassion, I also aim to provide trauma-informed care to discuss your struggles without judgment and safely process unresolved trauma and feelings.
Experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma can be hard to navigate on one’s own. Through the use of integrative modalities, my goal is to help you find your way so that you can manage symptoms, feel your best, discover who you truly are, and move forward in the direction of your dreams whereby your past no longer holds you back. Using warmth and compassion, I also aim to provide trauma-informed care to discuss your struggles without judgment and safely process unresolved trauma and feelings.
Taylor Eva Simon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94118 (Online Only)
I work with individuals who have been harmed by toxic family dynamics and are seeking their authentic self. I want to acknowledge that beginning your journey may be an intimidating prospect. Maybe you don't know what your needs are, don't feel permission to be yourself, or feel worthy of your boundaries. Perhaps you leave family interactions with conflicting feelings of guilt, anger and shame and feel powerless to change things. I'm here to support you as you re-align with your authenticity and self-expression, processing and shedding the stories of who you are that are told by people in your life that have never truly seen you.
I work with individuals who have been harmed by toxic family dynamics and are seeking their authentic self. I want to acknowledge that beginning your journey may be an intimidating prospect. Maybe you don't know what your needs are, don't feel permission to be yourself, or feel worthy of your boundaries. Perhaps you leave family interactions with conflicting feelings of guilt, anger and shame and feel powerless to change things. I'm here to support you as you re-align with your authenticity and self-expression, processing and shedding the stories of who you are that are told by people in your life that have never truly seen you.
Annmarie Hulette
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94107
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in CBT with children, adolescents, and young adults, offering in-person services in SF as well as telehealth. I treat a range of issues, including anxiety and stress, depression, social difficulties, adjustment problems, and disruptive behaviors. The types of services I provide include individual therapy, parent consultations, and parent-child therapy. For more information about my services, please click on the button to the left to visit my website.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in CBT with children, adolescents, and young adults, offering in-person services in SF as well as telehealth. I treat a range of issues, including anxiety and stress, depression, social difficulties, adjustment problems, and disruptive behaviors. The types of services I provide include individual therapy, parent consultations, and parent-child therapy. For more information about my services, please click on the button to the left to visit my website.
Leila Kakunda
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
Hi there and welcome! I am Leila, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in San Francisco. Over the last several years, I have supported my clients with anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, relationship issues, trauma and life's transitions. My style of therapy is relational, strength based and integrative. Through the therapeutic relationship and collaborating on practices like self-compassion, body-mind integration, and boundary-setting, I support my clients on their paths to finding relief from their symptoms and building a sense of empowerment.
Hi there and welcome! I am Leila, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in San Francisco. Over the last several years, I have supported my clients with anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, relationship issues, trauma and life's transitions. My style of therapy is relational, strength based and integrative. Through the therapeutic relationship and collaborating on practices like self-compassion, body-mind integration, and boundary-setting, I support my clients on their paths to finding relief from their symptoms and building a sense of empowerment.
Diana Garber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102 (Online Only)
It often feels that if one area of your life is going well, another takes a nose dive. Often the clients I work with are determined, successful and focused but still, something feels like it is not correctly aligned. Many of my clients feel that they are growing at work, but their personal lives are unfulfilling. Or their relationships feel strong, but it feels impossible to manage work and love. I help my clients determine where they want to go and who they want to be. I can help you explore your decisions, the reasons behind them and then make sense of it all.
It often feels that if one area of your life is going well, another takes a nose dive. Often the clients I work with are determined, successful and focused but still, something feels like it is not correctly aligned. Many of my clients feel that they are growing at work, but their personal lives are unfulfilling. Or their relationships feel strong, but it feels impossible to manage work and love. I help my clients determine where they want to go and who they want to be. I can help you explore your decisions, the reasons behind them and then make sense of it all.
Annie Alpers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94115 (Online Only)
I treat obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD, BDD, BFRBs, illness anxiety disorder), misophonia, and anxiety. I have several of these conditions myself, and have benefited greatly from the same treatments I now provide for others. Working with these conditions is very rewarding - I love seeing my clients experience symptom relief and return their attention to the activities that matter most to them.
I treat obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD, BDD, BFRBs, illness anxiety disorder), misophonia, and anxiety. I have several of these conditions myself, and have benefited greatly from the same treatments I now provide for others. Working with these conditions is very rewarding - I love seeing my clients experience symptom relief and return their attention to the activities that matter most to them.
Shelby Armillotto
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
Navigating life’s precious or difficult moments can be challenging for anyone, and seeking help is an important step for you to achieve fulfillment. Working with a wide range of clients, from children to adults, I lead with empathy to help my clients balance their emotions and understand what may be preventing them from realizing their full potential.
Navigating life’s precious or difficult moments can be challenging for anyone, and seeking help is an important step for you to achieve fulfillment. Working with a wide range of clients, from children to adults, I lead with empathy to help my clients balance their emotions and understand what may be preventing them from realizing their full potential.
Dr. Anna Craig
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94121 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in treating Eating Disorders, Trauma, Couples and Relationships, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I offer abbreviated ADHD assessments as well as ADHD coaching. In addition to my areas of expertise, I have extensive experience treating depressive and anxiety disorders, as well as focusing on personal growth and identity development. As an eating disorder therapist, I support Intuitive Eating (IE) principles and value a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach. In my work with individuals with ADHD, I offer both therapy and academic/career coaching interventions.
I specialize in treating Eating Disorders, Trauma, Couples and Relationships, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). I offer abbreviated ADHD assessments as well as ADHD coaching. In addition to my areas of expertise, I have extensive experience treating depressive and anxiety disorders, as well as focusing on personal growth and identity development. As an eating disorder therapist, I support Intuitive Eating (IE) principles and value a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach. In my work with individuals with ADHD, I offer both therapy and academic/career coaching interventions.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in San Francisco, CA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$189
Therapists in San Francisco, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
81% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Stress |
66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
69% | Aetna |
55% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
54% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in San Francisco, CA see their clients
55% | In Person and Online | |
45% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
23% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.