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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. C. Julieta Aguilera Rice

Dr. C. Julieta Aguilera Rice

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a licensed psychologist who employs evidence-based and collaborative approaches to support individuals achieve their mental health goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Anna Espericueta

Anna Espericueta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your own experience, and my role is to walk alongside you—offering guidance, empathy, and practical support.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Judy Hails

Judy Hails

Therapist

Virtual • Huntington Beach, CA


My practice focuses on treating individuals with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have been in private practice for 8 years. My education includes a Master's degree in psychology. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Conrad Mendoza

Conrad Mendoza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is very casual, but I want to make sure we are always moving toward our goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Margaret Brako

Margaret Brako

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Berkeley, CA, and I’ve worked in mental health care since 2012. My background includes community-based work, trauma-informed care, and leadership in training and clinical development. I earned my MSW from NYU and specialize in treating anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. I enjoy working with adults navigating changes - career shifts, identity questions, or simply trying to feel more at home in themselves. Clients often say they feel safe, understood, and more at ease after we talk. I believe therapy works best with a good sense of humor - even in hard sessions, there’s room for relief and laughter.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Catherine Stansell

Catherine Stansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage, and Family from Phillips Graduate Institute.

I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from UCSB.

I typically work with clients who have a history of trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, and managing anxiety, The clients I work with are very motivated to make changes in their lives.

I worked with high-risk, traumatized, and abused youth for many years. I find practicing therapy very rewarding. Assisting my clients to work through life challenges and progress in their life journey is a privilege.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alicia Layedra

Alicia Layedra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen, respected, and supported exactly as you are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammy Boen-Padilla

Tammy Boen-Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a person-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, believing that a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and respect is the foundation for meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Crystal Espinoza

Crystal Espinoza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a blend of DBT, Internal Family Systems, and Narrative Therapy to help you make sense of your past, understand your patterns, and build new ways of coping so you can feel more grounded, confident, and in control.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tamra Smith

Tamra Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Tamra Smith. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Sacramento, CA. I have over 20 years of experience in the field of Mental Health Services, especially providing therapy and consultation. My practice name is Path to Wellbeing Therapy Services, and I truly lead each person on a path to their own emotional health and wellbeing.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Consuelo Gomez

Consuelo Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone deserves a space where they can feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniel Mai

Dr. Daniel Mai

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach is integrative and tailored to each person's needs, with attention to culture, identity, and the broader context shaping their experience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Rogers

Heather Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • California


I can understand first-hand how difficult it can be to reach out for help for the first time. I believe in the importance of "practicing what you preach" and I have been the client in the room who needs extra support. I invite you to give yourself a chance, try something new, and gain a healthy perspective on how to address complicated moments in your life.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rinad Taha

Rinad Taha

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is non-judgmental, warm, and validating. I provide a supportive environment where you can fully express yourself...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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.”
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mishae Parker

Mishae Parker

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist I look forward to using my skills and knowledge to support you on journey to Be Therapeutic. The power to heal, nurture, and become the best version of ourselves lies within each one of us. To Be Therapeutic means to become the source to restore your health. Once we own and walk in our strength, we are able to improve unfavorable conditions that exist around us and to be an example for others.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronika Castillo

Veronika Castillo

Psychologist

Virtual • Paso Robles, CA


“I believe that distress is a driving force, not an obstacle, and anxiety can inform us in important ways.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Barton-Grimley

Jessica Barton-Grimley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist to help people manage the emotional weight of everyday life and societal pressures.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Cora Taylor

Cora Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a licensed psychotherapist and I've been working clinically since 2015. I use David Burns' TEAM-CBT approach (he has several great books you might be familiar with). However, sometimes CBT feels too focused on thoughts. In those cases, I tend to use DBT interventions which include more emotional awareness and regulation.

Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Hannah Karolewicz

Dr. Hannah Karolewicz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is direct, warm, and curious. I believe good sex therapy should feel like a conversation with someone who's genuinely on your side, not an interrogation or a lecture.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Zita Benjamin

Dr. Zita Benjamin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm and patient-centered, focusing on both symptoms and the underlying factors that affect emotional well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Hattar

Jennifer Hattar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a holistic approach to therapy, taking into consideration a person's childhood and upbringing, cultural, socioeconomic and spiritual practices and values.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Laura Guillen

Laura Guillen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Sessions include a combination of talk therapy and grounding techniques, including breath work, somatic work, and reprocessing work.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gayleah Richmond

Gayleah Richmond

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping clients reach their full potential. I am open minded, positive, and real.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Perez

Nicholas Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where clients can feel heard and empowered to create meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mirna Melgoza

Mirna Melgoza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a warm, friendly and trauma-focused therapist. I integrate trauma-focused modalities with holistic, mind-body approaches.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Widman

Nicole Widman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about seeing men and women healed and equipped with identity and purpose, whether you have history with God or are just exploring.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jose Murguia

Jose Murguia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over two decades of experience in mental health care, I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kasandra Frederick

Kasandra Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nyka Saint Jean

Nyka Saint Jean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and grounded in partnership because I believe the best care happens when you feel empowered, informed, and genuinely part of every decision.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nathan Seaford

Nathan Seaford

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have extensive experience as a couples and family therapist. Beyond that, my practice facilitates individual exploration of disrupting life events or patterns. Clients bring deep and often spiritual or existential concerns. We find relief from depression and anxiety. We come alongside grief to grow through transition and loss.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrian Camacho

Adrian Camacho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on empathy, listening, and using evidence-based techniques to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michael Chavez

Michael Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Before I became a therapist, I went through my own challenges — unhoused, unemployed, and struggling with substance use.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Panic disorders
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mohammad Shahisaman

Mohammad Shahisaman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Change happens below the level of language, which is why understanding a pattern so rarely dissolves it...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pauldeep Gill

Pauldeep Gill

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello! I am Pauldeep Gill and I have been in the mental health field for over 10 years working with addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have a masters degree in counseling psychology and am licensed in the state of California as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I love helping people heal and empowering them to achieve anything they want in life.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kisa Roberts

Kisa Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Having navigated my own personal history of depression, I have a deep, lived appreciation for how heavy things can feel...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kyle Gambill

Kyle Gambill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is relaxed, collaborative, and judgment-free. I believe you should feel heard and have a voice in decisions about your treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andrew Iskandar

Andrew Iskandar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that positive change comes from better understanding the internal processes that hold us back from being the people we want to be...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Robert Yeilding

Robert Yeilding

Psychologist

Virtual • Irvine, CA


If you have tried therapy before without the results you hoped for, you may need a more targeted, effective approach. Over the past 15 years of my practice as a clinical psychologist, earning your trust and helping you establish a secure, empowering baseline for your care has been a profound privilege. As a former instructor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and a provider at the UCLA Insomnia clinic, my goal is to provide more than just a space to talk—I offer the specialized, gold-standard steps necessary to create measurable, lasting change. At my practice, YCBT Services, I focus on working with adolescents, adults, and seniors who feel stuck despite their best efforts, specifically targeting generalized anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, panic disorders, and chronic insomnia. By addressing the underlying triggers that keep you on high alert, I am fiercely committed to helping you move beyond surface-level coping to reclaim your peace of mind.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, OCD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Fernandez

John Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Reaching out for support is a brave first step, and you don’t have to navigate things alone. My approach is warm, collaborative, compassionate, and solution-focused. As a current school-based mental health clinician, I have experience working with elementary through college-age youth across a variety of emotional, behavioral, academic, and life challenges. My primary focus is supporting adolescents as they navigate emotions, relationships, school stress, self-esteem, and major life transitions. I believe every person’s story matters, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves. Together, we’ll build on your strengths and work toward growth, healing, and meaningful change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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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