194 licensed providers matched your needs
Karyn Anderson, LMFT
Hi! I am a gueer non Binary therapist With over 32 years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for psychotherapy. My practice draws from a broad spectrum of therapeutic modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-focused therapies. I am committed to building strong therapeutic alliances that emphasize mutual respect, open communication, and collaborative treatment planning. Each plan is tailored to the individual's unique needs and strengths.
Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Behavioral issues, Chronic illness, Codependency, Domestic violence, Chronic pain, Chronic Relapse, Academic underachievement, Adoption, Alzheimer's, Alcohol use, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Borderline personality, Career counseling, Childhood abuse/neglect, Chronic impulsivity, Coping skills, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Dual diagnosis, Eating disorders, Family conflict, Emotional disturbance, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Gambling, Grief, Infertility, Internet addiction, Issues with pornography use, Hoarding, Life coaching, Life transitions, Marital and premarital, Marital discord, Men's issues, Narcissistic personality, OCD, Peer relationship, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, School issues, Relationships
Behavioral issues
Cara Helsel, LCSW
Cara Helsel, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, (LCSW), received her undergraduate degree in Human Relations from High Point University, North Carolina and then pursued her Masters of Social Work Degree from Barry University. Ms. Helsel has spent the last 21 years providing individual counseling. She has helped children, teens, and adults, work through stressful life transitions to achieve a happier emotional state. Ms. Helsel believes that the connection between therapist and client is the most important aspect of the clinical relationship. She enjoys tennis, being outdoors, and spending time with her children.
Anxiety, Coping skills, Divorce, Parenting, Women's issues, Relationships, Depression
Behavioral issues
Keith Chilton, LMFT
I am a family and marriage therapist licensed with over 29 years of experience as a caring witness working with youth, adults, and couples to help them increase their ability to balance personal motivations with social and relationship challenges. As a passionate and curious learner, I embrace a "each one teach one" counseling style. I have had the honor and blessing of a few caring witnesses in my life. I pledge my life's work to pass on the attentive sense of care that was instilled in me. I am ready to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you.
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Trauma and PTSD, Relationships
Behavioral issues
James Grande, LCSW
Hello! I am a therapist with many years of experience providing counseling. My areas of specialty include trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship troubles. Clinical methods that I work in include Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Together we can find the approach that works best for you. In addition to the deeper clinical work that leads to lasting change, I will provide you with a number of helpful skills and strategies that you can use in your life right away. I look forward to working with you!
Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Relationships, Self esteem, Anger management, Divorce, Family conflict, Infidelity, Men's issues, Marital discord, Self harming, Sexual abuse, Stress, Coping skills
Behavioral issues
Rachel Boyer, LMFT
With extensive clinical experience, my focus is on guiding individuals in developing healthy relationships with others and themselves. Depression, anxiety, emotional instability, social anxiety, dissatisfaction, and fear of the future, often signal underlying relationship issues that significantly impact quality of life. I establish a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore their emotions and foster self-acceptance and compassion. This therapeutic journey is tailored to each person, utilizing a person-centered approach that empowers individuals to set their own treatment goals.
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Trauma and PTSD, Childhood abuse/neglect, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment, Emotional disturbance, Life transitions, Substance use disorder, Women's issues, Coping skills
Behavioral issues
Britney Vachon-LaGuardia, LCSW
Hi, I’m Dr. Britney Vachon-LaGuardia, LCSW. I’m excited to join you on your wellness journey. I work from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective, helping you notice what already works and build skills for change. We will partner collaboratively, with you as the expert on your life. My style is informal, real, and compassionate, with practical tools and clear goals. Together we will move at a pace that feels safe enough and brave enough toward the version of success you define.
Anxiety, Depression, Coping skills, Life coaching, Trauma and PTSD, Anger management, ADHD, Career counseling, Family conflict, Marital and premarital, Parenting, Peer relationship, Relationships, School issues, Self esteem, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Stress, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Martin Ponciano, LMFT
Hello and thank you for visiting my intro page! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy for people having concerns or difficulties in a variety of areas of life. I am an interactive, post-modern therapist. This means that my approach is to provide YOU support and practical feedback to help YOU effectively address personal life challenges and increase meaning to YOUR experiences. I integrate complementary/contemporary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each person. Look forward to sharing your journey!
Alcohol use, Alzheimer's, Anxiety, Behavioral issues, Bipolar disorder, Career counseling, Coping skills, Depression, Dual diagnosis, Emotional disturbance, Family conflict, Grief, Men's issues, Peer relationship, Self esteem, Social media, Marital discord, Relationships, Life transitions, Stress, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Sex positive/poly/kink-friendly, Trauma and PTSD, Gender dysphoria and gender-affirming approaches to treatment
Behavioral issues
Tina Salazar, LMFT
Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and in the Los Angeles area. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy. I will focus on reconnecting you with your strengths to help you face your everyday challenges. I will gently move you forward to overcome life’s stressors and return to enjoying the things that give your life happiness and meaning. With compassion and honesty, I will help you work though issues and empower you to live your best life.
Anxiety, Depression, Life coaching, Life transitions, Career counseling, Divorce, Family conflict, Men's issues, Relationships, Women's issues
Behavioral issues
Sonya Pearson, LPCC
Sonya Pearson is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 22 years of experience supporting individuals and couples ages 5 to 65. She has worked in group homes, crisis centers, private practices, and outpatient facilities. Sonya’s approach is person-centered and integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused strategies, and couples counseling to help clients grow, heal, and navigate life’s challenges. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, dancing, and reading. Her motto: “Where there is a tomorrow, there is also hope for change.” Begin facing life’s challenges today to create a brighter tomorrow.
ADHD, Depression, Anger management, Anxiety, Behavioral issues, Child or adolescent, Family conflict, Trauma and PTSD, Stress, Childhood abuse/neglect, Coping skills, Divorce, Domestic abuse, Grief, Domestic violence, Oppositional defiance, Parenting, Relationships, Self esteem, Teen violence, Career counseling, Life coaching, Gambling, School issues, Marital discord, Peer relationship
Behavioral issues
Tasha Peterson, LCSW
I am passionate about working with marginalized groups. I have experienced challenges myself as a woman and a minority. I like to be of support to others who have experienced adversity. I have treated individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship issues, identity issues, life transitions, grief and trauma. Cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and acceptance and commitment therapy are some of the modalities I utilize. Thus, I work from a person-centered approach. I am willing to move at a pace that is best suited for you in the therapeutic process.
Anxiety, Depression, Coping skills, Stress, Relationships, Anger management, Behavioral issues, Autism spectrum disorders, Codependency, Divorce, Family conflict, Grief, Infertility, Infidelity, Learning disabilities, Developmental disorders, Life coaching, Life transitions, Parenting, Peer relationship, Prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, Racial, ethnic, and cultural identity, Self esteem, Women's issues, Trauma and PTSD, Academic underachievement
Behavioral issues
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Can psychologists diagnose or prescribe medication in San Francisco?
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