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Family therapy and counseling in San Francisco, CA

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Top family therapists in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco families benefit from culturally-informed therapists trained in family systems, communication skills, and trauma-informed care. Headway offers flexible scheduling with availability within days, ensuring your family gets support when you need it most.

Hannah Morrison

Hannah Morrison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


In addition to my work as a licensed therapist, I have over 15 years of experience supporting children, adults, couples, and families in a variety of mental health and community settings. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the lasting impact of childhood experiences. My passion is helping cycle breakers heal old wounds, build healthier relationships, and create lives that feel more connected, intentional, and authentic.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Shippey

Kristina Shippey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


As a therapist, I am passionate about walking alongside folks as they reveal their truths and vulnerabilities to themselves. I believe, and have witnessed that people are capable of long standing change with knowledge, support, and connection, and that therapy is a great place for that. You can learn new ways to manage life stressors, feel safe, gain confidence, and live a more joyful and purposeful life. I use cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and strength-based techniques, while never ignoring the human element and connection where the real change happens.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jeff Widenhofer

Jeff Widenhofer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you already have what it takes to heal. My job is not to fix you but to help you find the path that makes sense for you...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shawn McClellan

Shawn McClellan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself.”
Family issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexsandra Flores

Alexsandra Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm committed to creating a space where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to work toward meaningful change and a greater sense of control in their lives.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Murque Watson

Murque Watson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and creating a therapeutic space that feels safe, supportive, and collaborative.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa McManis

Melissa McManis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based practices and deep respect for each client's unique journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michleen Mickel

Michleen Mickel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert in your own life and I hope to honor your experience by walking alongside you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sage Grazer

Sage Grazer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy as a collaborative space where you can reconnect to your inner voice, express your needs more clearly, and build a life that feels more grounded and aligned with who you are.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corion Ogunleye

Corion Ogunleye

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring over eight years of diverse experience working in mental health with children, adults, and couples.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tatyana Melnik

Tatyana Melnik

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a humanistic, non-judgmental approach, and I'm trained in multiple therapy methods, including CBT, DBT, and EMDR.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Fidelis Azeke

Dr. Fidelis Azeke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


Dr. Fidelis Azeke is a University of the Pacific, Sacramento graduate and a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who specializes in treating patients of all ages. He has 13 years of nursing experience, and over 6 years of specialization in the practice of psychiatry, overseeing the care of patients - infants, children, adults, through the lifespan. Dr. Azeke is a licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in California, Utah, Washington State and New York State.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Spencer MacDonald

Spencer MacDonald

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm Spencer, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in men's issues, teens, couples and families.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sepideh Gidanian

Sepideh Gidanian

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe the therapeutic process is a collaboration and teamwork between the psychotherapist and the client, and self-awareness and growth are the natural results of effective psychotherapy.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sharon Lavin

Dr. Sharon Lavin

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I strongly believe that collaboration between a client and the client's therapist allows for the exploration of difficult parts of life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Xiaoyin (Yolia) Zhong

Xiaoyin (Yolia) Zhong

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes meaningful change begins with a genuine therapeutic relationship. I value authenticity, curiosity, and creating a space where clients feel respected and accepted for who they are. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside people as they navigate life's challenges and discover their own resilience.

Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Vosacek

Jennifer Vosacek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I create an environment where you can face your discomfort without judgment. You will be able to work through your deepest fears, biggest traumas, and hardest decisions in my office.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Krista Gerdts

Krista Gerdts

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“My style is warm, engaged, and genuinely curious — if you're ready to stop going through the motions and start actually feeling like yourself again, I'd love to work with you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Howard

Rachel Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am Registered Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor & Consultant, as well as a Certified Focusing-Oriented Expressive Arts Practitioner.

I have almost a decade of experience working with children, adults, couples, and families in a therapeutic capacity. I specialize in trauma and family work. I am an integrative psychotherapist – integrating art therapy, play therapy, sand tray, mindfulness, astrology, spirituality, and more into therapy.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Javedanfar

Joshua Javedanfar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view each client as unique and tailor my interventions to align with their specific needs, goals, and strengths.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Ovakimyan

Dr. Angela Ovakimyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style centers on meeting clients where they are and exploring the relational dynamics that shape our lives and relationships.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tonya Elliott

Tonya Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Colfax, CA


“I integrate somatic practices, mindfulness, and spiritual perspectives to help clients understand how past experiences and intergenerational patterns may be influencing their present lives.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danielle Williamson

Danielle Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, empathetic, and often humorous style to therapy, and I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership rather than a hierarchy.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bryan Strycula

Bryan Strycula

Therapist

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My therapeutic approach is client centered, collaborative, and eclectic consisting of a wide array of theoretical orientations and modalities to suit your needs.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Makenzie Gilliam

Makenzie Gilliam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through empathy and honesty, I strive to make each session a safe space where my clients have the opportunity to feel heard and to cultivate hope.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Carole Cassidy

Carole Cassidy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a compassionate ear, and a willingness to truly listen in order to understand fully what you are experiencing.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brian Brosnan

Brian Brosnan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The therapeutic relationship is the most powerful tool towards creating change & increasing quality of life.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Sean Stevens

Sean Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oxnard, CA


“When given new opportunities and education that can improve clients lives, people will respond and change in ways that make sense to them.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Cara Behan

Cara Behan

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


As a therapist, my goal is to help you live a happier and more fulfilling life. It can be difficult to know if you are on the right path, have healthy relationships, and are satisfied with your life's direction. How do you feel about where you are headed? I can support your self discovery in a compassionate and understanding way. I work towards identifying one's strengths and empowering clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship problems and life transitions. I specialize in working with young women, new moms and couples navigating the transitional stages of family life.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Guadalupe

Brenda Guadalupe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide therapy in English and Spanish, work with the Latino community, POC and the LGBTQ+ community.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Muriel Graciano

Muriel Graciano

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals optimize their overall mental health. I have a BA in Psychology from Cal State Fullerton, a MS in counseling from Cal State Los Angeles and have been practicing for nearly a decade. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kavita Ajmere

Kavita Ajmere

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I present the best tools and techniques in the fields of psychology and personal growth that are most relevant and produce results.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Nicole Fagundes

Nicole Fagundes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is taken from a collaborative, whole-person approach, honoring each client's unique story, strengths and goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dschelle Chatman Singh

Dschelle Chatman Singh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct, and person-centered. I believe that meaningful change occurs when clients feel understood, challenged appropriately, and supported in developing practical skills to improve their lives.”
Family issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rosanna Franklin

Rosanna Franklin

Psychologist

Virtual • Alameda, CA


I enjoy working with adults from diverse backgrounds who seek to improve the quality of their lives. Is there a place you find yourself stuck? Do you have some insight into what may be happening, but want to seek professional support to grow and thrive? Whether you are familiar with counseling or not, each person's therapeutic journey is unique. Some people come with a specific goal in mind and others prefer a longer supportive therapy, traversing the many layers and aspects of their life.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Austin Boelman

Austin Boelman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am someone who believes in a holistic approach to therapy attending to the emotional and physical wellbeing of every client.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janice (Vicki) Schmidt

Janice (Vicki) Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been licensed for over 30 years and am a firm believer that one therapeutic style does not fit all clients or situations.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Calista Ezeokoye

Calista Ezeokoye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Calista is both a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our family therapists in San Francisco, CA

Number of therapists serving San Francisco, CA
There are over 3,333 therapists in San Francisco, CA accepting new patients.
3,333+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 87%Relationship issues
  • 85%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Cigna
  • 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 73%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 19%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Couples therapy
  • 28%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in San Francisco

Finding family therapists in San Francisco starts with the type of support your family is looking for. Family therapy may help with parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, communication patterns, and major life changes. A marriage and family therapist in San Francisco is trained to work with the relational system, not only one person. As you compare therapists, look for specialties and approaches that match your needs, such as family systems therapy, trauma-informed care, or experience with couples and family counseling.

In a large market like San Francisco and the wider Bay Area, having many options can make it harder to narrow your search. Location may matter if you prefer in-person sessions near your home, work, school, or transit route. Virtual appointments can make scheduling easier when multiple family members need to attend from different places. Family therapy sessions may include the full family, caregivers and children, partners, or individual family members, so review therapist bios to understand their structure, communication style, availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Therapy in San Francisco can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, confirm your benefits, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. You can compare profiles, choose between in-person and virtual care, and book directly when you find a therapist who fits your family’s needs.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.