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Top therapists in San Francisco, CA accepting new patients

Find mental health support in San Francisco's vibrant neighborhoods like the Mission District, SOMA, and the Haight. Headway connects you with 8,922 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. With insurance coverage and free consultations available, many clients pay as low as $0 per session.

Dr. Kelsey Shogren

Dr. Kelsey Shogren

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, warm, and authentic. As a CBT therapist, I will work with you to develop practical strategies that fit your needs.”
Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma, Women's issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Mendoza-Miranda

Jessica Mendoza-Miranda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Oakland, CA


Well, well, well. You finally decided to look for some help. If you want to know more about what I offer, scroll down :)

If you are reading this, I imagine that you are having a hard time or maybe you are looking to make some changes in your life. I love working with young adults to find their passion in life, remove blocks that are keeping them from being their most awesome selves and learn to live the life they have always dreamed of.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jason Hsu

Jason Hsu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Albany, CA


“I provide compassionate trauma-informed therapy for a broad range of concerns, with particular emphasis on anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and psychotic disorders.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Josie Valderrama

Dr. Josie Valderrama

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away • San Francisco, CA


“I believe the real work happens in the thirteen days between appointments, when learning is practiced in your real world!”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Gabriel Thibaut De Maisieres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My mission is to help people to be more themselves by challenging their limitations and empower them.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Bella Lurie

Bella Lurie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“According to a rich variety of spiritual traditions, all major setbacks in life can be "solved" by a particular attitude towards these setbacks...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gustav Helzberg

Gustav Helzberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Kentfield, CA


“It turns out our pain and problems are alchemized when we uncover compassion for our ailing parts (rather than avoid or distract ourselves from them).”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Arthur Kleinberg

Arthur Kleinberg

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Albany, CA


“The work of joining a person in articulating, understanding, and organizing their experience is a wonderful thing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Erik Kahn

Erik Kahn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Oakland, CA


I’m a licensed therapist trained in somatic psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. I work with individuals, couples, and men, supporting clients with anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions. I also help people navigating loneliness, work-related stress, and cultural or identity-related experiences, including multiracial relationships. My goal is to help people better understand themselves, their patterns, and how they relate to others. I tend to be warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, while also being direct when it’s helpful.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nicole Duncan

Nicole Duncan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Corte Madera, CA


“My warm, collaborative approach creates an atmosphere where you can feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anna O'Connor

Anna O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Albany, CA


“We'll explore ways you are shaped by family, community, and culture, and what this means about how you show up in the world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrea Javorkova-Adams

Andrea Javorkova-Adams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Richmond, CA


“I start by getting to know you and understanding what matters most in your life. Together, we create a plan with realistic goals that support real, meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Berger

Sandra Berger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“My approach is depth-oriented, using a systemic lens to help clients work toward meaningful life goals while strengthening their capacity for connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurel Fujii

Laurel Fujii

Therapist

In-person • 10 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“I work with Asian American and mixed-race BIPOC adults, and I specialize in racial trauma, PTSD, intergenerational conflict, career burn out, and identity.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dana Kahn

Dr. Dana Kahn

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Corte Madera, CA


“I am an active participant in the treatment and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Vergara

Cynthia Vergara

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Corte Madera, CA


“My approach with clients is warm and open, though depending on your specific concerns and needs I may also be direct in pointing out patterns that may be getting in the way of you achieving your goals or treatment outcomes.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Ashraf Khater

Ashraf Khater

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Oakland, CA


I have a deep commitment to seeing people flourish in relationship to themselves, and to others. For many of us, we have some sense of what makes relationships great and what makes them terrible. Knowing and experiencing what makes great relationships stronger, and what turns terrible relationships around, is where I can work alongside you. As someone who has been stepped in Attachment science, I love allowing for people to make more coherent sense of their internal world, to build or restore bonds with others.

Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi Wells

Heidi Wells

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Oakland, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, compassionate, and supportive. I have a relational and client-centered approach.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aida Curtis

Aida Curtis

Therapist

In-person • 11 mi away • Albany, CA


I have had over ten years of training in a variety of somatic therapy approaches. I received my BA in Anthropology at the University of Georgia, and a MA in Counseling Psychotherapy from California Institute of Integral Studies. I've published and presented internationally on themes of embodiment, culture, ancestral memory, and gender. My research on embodiment and culture was published in in the volume Moveable Gardens: Itineraries and Sanctuaries of Remembrance in 2021.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Geenty

Shannon Geenty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Orinda, CA


“My approach is warm, empathetic, and down to earth. In our work together, you can expect a supportive, non-judgmental space...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chally Grundwag

Chally Grundwag

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • San Mateo, CA


Hello,

I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My goal as a therapist is to support you in your journey to regain trust in your unique strengths and overcome life's challenging situations, and help you make your life happier and more meaningful. My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive.

I have been in practice for over a decade, and work with a wide range of conditions including trauma, depression and complex life transitions.

Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachelle Goldenberg

Rachelle Goldenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I've spent over 26 years working in this field and in clinical research around neurotypes. But the thing that shapes how I practice isn't just my training — it's knowing firsthand what it's like to spend most of your life feeling like you're failing...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Rubenstein

Andrea Rubenstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Lafayette, CA


My name is Andrea Rubenstein. I am a Licensed Psychologist. I am honored to support people in improving their well-being. I have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and a large range of symptomatology.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Alfaro

Denise Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I focus on giving you concrete, real-world tools that lead to noticeable changes in your everyday life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ignacia Perez Botto

Ignacia Perez Botto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I specialize in supporting teens and adults through life transitions like college, career changes, pregnancy, and postpartum.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darcell Sockwell

Darcell Sockwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Hayward, CA


I have close to two decades of experience treating adults, children, and families in the Bay Area. My focus is on providing integrative psychotherapy (IP). IP is an approach that is generally flexible with an inclusive attitude toward the different psychotherapeutic models depending on the client's needs.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melissa Gilbarg

Melissa Gilbarg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Pinole, CA


“I love helping people make sense of the noise, rediscover their spark, and step into their next chapter with clarity and a sense of rejuvenation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Dr. Adeleine Conanan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I bring a multicultural lens to my work, with a particular interest in supporting immigrant families—especially Latino and Asian American clients—as well as LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse folks.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Emily Linaman

Emily Linaman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Pleasant Hill, CA


“Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling a little bit lighter, more connected, more seen, more validated, and armed with new tools, insight, and strategies to handle overwhelming emotions or interpersonal and social scenarios.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Cabanski-Dunning

Dr. Laura Cabanski-Dunning

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Novato, CA


Are you anxious, troubled, stuck, weighed down? I believe that you have the inner strength and power to live your best life. But it is hard to be hopeful when you feel trapped by old patterns. That’s where our work together begins. I believe that therapy is a collaborative and creative process. My goal is to help you feel better in the present, while finding deeper insight and lasting change for the future. My style is warm, supportive, interactive, and sometimes humorous. I will adapt our work to meet your unique needs and goals. I believe that the relationship we build in therapy is the foundation for healing and change.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mindy Leake

Mindy Leake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Novato, CA


Hello, I'm Mindy. I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with 16 years of clinical experience. My path has included military service, community health work in rural Morocco, and care across many settings, from intensive care to hospice. These experiences shape how I show up: with warmth, curiosity, cultural humility, and respect for everyone's story. I treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

That means taking time to dig into your history, what has worked, what has not, and what you actually want from your care. Whether that is medication management or medication management with therapy, we figure it out together.

I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life transitions including loss, chronic illness, major life changes, and times when you just cannot name what is wrong yet.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Soltani

Paula Soltani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“I pull from a variety of approaches, within a framework of strength-based, attachment theory, compassion focused and mindfulness and am committed to adapting to using what is most appropriate for you.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jimena Picciano

Jimena Picciano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“My warm, empathetic style creates a supportive environment for growth, and I bring clinical expertise and professionalism to adapt therapy to your unique journey.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jing Zhang

Jing Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Ramon, CA


“I build up a therapeutic rapport quickly with every client as change happens through this genuine and meaningful connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brittnee Berry

Brittnee Berry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Benicia, CA


“I bring a direct yet compassionate approach to our sessions, creating a casual and conversational atmosphere where we work together to achieve your goals.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Kandalena Ary

Dr. Kandalena Ary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Redwood City, CA


“Working in partnership to provide individual, family, couples, and co-parenting services to support working towards therapeutic goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Victoria Ojiako-Ita

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Concord, CA


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe balancing your mental health and physical wellness is key to improving stability in life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Meixner

Anthony Meixner

Therapist

In-person • 20 mi away • Walnut Creek, CA


“You will have the chance to experience the space to be safe, validating, non-judgmental, and empathetic.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Veronneau

Rachel Veronneau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Menlo Park, CA


I enjoy being part of a client's process of learning ways to make their life work and help them feel good about themselves. I have psychiatric, educational, and life experience of 20 years in the field. This is dynamic counseling involving new tool and ways to look at situations. The 60 minutes session will give you at least one tool to help you do your life in a different way. Then we refine tools the next week. Goal setting and review will be part of your therapy work.

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hong Zhang

Hong Zhang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Altos, CA


“My specialty is the multicultural treatment of adolescents and adults with anxiety, grief, loss, and trauma.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of San Francisco, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Francisco, CA
There are over 67 therapists in San Francisco, CA accepting new patients.
67+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 90%Stress management
  • 90%Relationship issues
  • 88%Depression
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 91%Aetna
  • 49%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 48%Providence Health Plan
  • 42%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 27%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 4%French
  • 4%Russian
  • 3%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 88%In-person or online
  • 12%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 28%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 58%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 16%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 28%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 22%Family therapy
  • 16%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in San Francisco

San Francisco has a wide range of therapists across neighborhoods like the Mission, SoMa, the Haight, and the Richmond, so narrowing your search starts with what you want support for. You may be looking for therapy in San Francisco for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or life transitions. Look for a therapist whose listed specialties and approach match your needs. Provider bios can also help you understand whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

The number of therapists in San Francisco can make the search feel broad, especially when you factor in commute time, transit access, and appointment availability. Some people prefer an office near home, work, or a BART or Muni route, while others choose virtual sessions for more scheduling flexibility. As you compare therapists in SF, look at whether they offer appointments that fit your calendar, whether they are accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you learn how each therapist structures sessions and communicates about care.

Therapy in San Francisco can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket cost. Headway helps you find therapists in San Francisco who are accepting new patients, may take your insurance, and offer clear cost estimates before you book. You can compare specialties, appointment formats, availability, and bios in one place, then book directly when you’re ready.

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