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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.

Lauren Cabaldon

Lauren Cabaldon

Therapist

Virtual • California


You have probably been carrying something for a while without saying it out loud: anxiety that will not switch off, grief that still ambushes you, drinking that stopped feeling like a choice, or trauma your body has not put down. Helping people find their way through that feels like my sacred calling. Ever since I was young, I've been the person who deeply listens, and I've always sensed the healing that happens when we finally have a trusted, compassionate witness to our story. The story you carry about your past can be the source of your suffering or the key to your freedom, and together we can gently begin to shift it. Whatever pain you're holding, you don't have to hold it alone. I work with individuals, and with couples and families who want to find their way back to each other.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Heather Caiazzo

Heather Caiazzo

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, Heather here. LMFT in Florida & California. My mission in therapy is to create a space where you will feel safe enough to just be yourself. I understand how difficult it is to seek counseling, to open up and share your experiences and struggles with another person. Therapy is my passion and I have over 25 years providing positive, successful & attainable results with various clients.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yasaman Sharifi

Yasaman Sharifi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience and background working with children, teens, adults, couples, families...”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Pinkal Shah

Pinkal Shah

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide safe, accepting, and mindful environment as well as culturally sensitive services for children, adults, and families...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Justin Lee

Justin Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a Holistic approach in efforts to identify immediate and longterm stressors that impede the clients ability to function well and find peace.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosie Portillo Garcia

Rosie Portillo Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own background navigating these challenges deeply informs my work, allowing me to offer compassionate therapy grounded in lived understanding.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anne Dennis

Anne Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • California


Weather you have been considering therapy, worked with therapy in the past or loved ones are suggesting reaching out-welcome to my practice. I work with individuals, couples and families in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career issues, job dissatisfaction. My specialty areas included the assessment and treatment of Perinatal and Postpartum Depression/Anxiety and Grief and Loss.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Guerrero

Patricia Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • Tracy, CA


“I use a variety of models to help each client be provided with individualized treatment, which includes emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and Structural Family Therapy...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Gruber

Julie Gruber

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My long-term goal is for you to eventually not need me. I will give you tools to help accomplish that goal.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Omar Sarwan

Omar Sarwan

Therapist

Virtual • California


When a teen is struggling, the whole family can feel it. I work with teens and parents facing emotional overwhelm, behavior challenges, family conflict, and stress. Therapy with me is supportive, engaging, and focused on practical tools you can use in daily life. My goal is to help families feel more connected, understood, and hopeful.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tracy Griffith

Dr. Tracy Griffith

Therapist

Virtual • California


Seeking help can be the first step to acquire greater understanding and insight into our lives and relationships.

Family issues, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eduardo Rodriguez

Eduardo Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate, down-to-earth, and focused on collaboration—working together to help you gain insight, build resilience, and reach your personal goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susan Hayatghaib

Susan Hayatghaib

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe each of us already carries the capacity to heal, and that the right support helps us find it.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melanie Grzyb

Melanie Grzyb

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping people understand the "why" behind their patterns- especially in relationships, and develop the tools to create real, lasting change.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Liliana Llamas

Liliana Llamas

Therapist

Virtual • Upland, CA


“I aim to empower you by understanding the ties between your thoughts, past experiences, current stressors, and emotional pain.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheila Clifford

Sheila Clifford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am strengths based and use CBT/DBT. It is incredibly important to me that you feel that your strengths are highlighted and utilized as we build a plan for the healthiest version of yourself.”
Family issues, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jamie Gillette

Jamie Gillette

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist with 9 years of experience specializing in trauma, narcissistic abuse recovery, depression, and anxiety. My style is direct yet compassionate, providing more than just a listening ear. I offer honest feedback, practical tools, and actionable strategies to create meaningful change. I’m here to support, challenge, and empower you to build healthier relationships, heal from the past, and move forward with confidence.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
An-Ping (Andie) Hsia

An-Ping (Andie) Hsia

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I care deeply about helping people restore connection—whether with themselves, with loved ones, or with the world around them.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Baldwin

Courtney Baldwin

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Cruz, CA


“I want to make sure my clients actually experience a reduction in symptoms. The goal of my work is not to help you constantly manage your mental health challenges but to support you in feeling better overall.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Patricia Chan

Dr. Patricia Chan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and client-centered, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shelby Alkire

Shelby Alkire

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Shelby, an LCSW with 12+ years of experience helping women stop overthinking, trust their intuition, and create healthy, secure relationships. I help high-achieving, self-aware women who feel stuck in anxiety, trauma, or repeating relationship patterns.

You want to stop overthinking, move past painful memories, and finally trust yourself. My clients seek clarity, calm, and confidence in life and relationships... and the tools to make real, lasting change.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Justin Stargaard

Justin Stargaard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“I've worked in mental health for 20 years. Background working in institutions, sex offender population, and private office for 6+ years working with adults and families in my community.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachelle Fernandez

Rachelle Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I did my training with adoptees, foster care, and attachment trauma. I specialize in trauma and how early childhood trauma continues to effect us into adulthood. Since becoming a therapist, I have continued my training with trauma and have extensive experience with positive parenting, managing work/life balance, managing life's challenging transitions, managing trauma reminders, and anxiety.

PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Martinez

Emily Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You deserve relationships that feel intentional, values-aligned, and genuinely fulfilling—not just in theory, but in practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Danae Sowell

Danae Sowell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy should be a healthy and restorative process where you feel safe and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaitlyn McNulty

Kaitlyn McNulty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We all thrive when we are listened to and feel understood so I hope to create a space where you feel welcomed and safe.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarai Velasquez

Sarai Velasquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive, collaborative space where you can feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Black

Robert Black

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is deeply empathic and collaborative — I believe real progress starts with real trust, so I focus on building a warm, non-judgmental relationship from our very first session.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Howard Cohen

Howard Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach each client with an open mind and with the idea that I can help them through challenging and difficult situations with ease and kindness.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
James Espinosa

James Espinosa

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is James. I’m a California-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy to youth, adults, and families, to help them feel empowered, engaged, and most of all, accepted in this world.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Rodriguez

Marissa Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have evolved into an experienced Integrative Therapist. Truly believing and knowing, our minds, our bodies and our spirits are designed to heal themselves.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaleas Johnson

Kaleas Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe space where you will be seen, heard, supported, challenged and assisted in gaining tools to address difficulties and struggles.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Gershen

Dr. Jennifer Gershen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I will work collaboratively with you to help create treatment goals for you, your children and your family.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayla Hunter

Kayla Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about guiding you through these challenges and empowering you on your journey to self-awareness and understanding.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachael Young-Reni

Rachael Young-Reni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am warm, non-judgmental, and supportive. I use various modalities and approaches depending on what is going on in your life and your stated goal.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angelique Gettle

Angelique Gettle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is conversational and relaxed. I will work with you to address your individual strengths and goals as well as any current challenges you are facing.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cara Altom

Cara Altom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), while also creating space for deeper reflection and insight.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Fitzsimmons

Melissa Fitzsimmons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally take a breath, be completely yourself, and talk about the things you may not feel comfortable saying anywhere else.”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alisha Allen

Alisha Allen

Therapist

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“As a neurodivergent clinician, I understand how exhausting it can be to mask, over-function, or feel misunderstood in spaces that weren't built with your needs in mind.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Morris

Rebecca Morris

Therapist

Virtual • California


You don't have to arrive here put together. Whatever you're carrying right now belongs in this space: anxiety, grief, relationship stress, a shifting sense of who you are, or something you haven't quite found words for yet. I work with adults and older adults navigating the full range of what life brings, with a particular passion for supporting BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities and people who are questioning or deconstructing their faith. My work spans trauma, identity, women's issues, OCD, depression, and the anger or sadness that accumulates when you've been holding too much for too long.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, 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.