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Top couples therapists in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco couples can access flexible relationship counseling through Headway's network of compassionate providers specializing in communication, conflict resolution, and intimacy. With 70+ insurance plans accepted, many clients save 75% on sessions. Book your free intake call today.

Kathleen Palma

Kathleen Palma

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, and a Psychodynamic approach to help my clients discover their inner strengths so they can increase their sense of well-being.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika McNeill

Erika McNeill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As your therapist, you will get someone who is authentic, straightforward, down-to-earth, and open-minded.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Gonzales, Lmft

James Gonzales, Lmft

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being open and honest.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ali Rumani

Ali Rumani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“My approach is integrative and culturally sensitive, drawing from mindfulness-based practices, CBT, and psychodynamic work.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tony Gunn

Tony Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am Tony Gunn, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional and a board certified transgender care therapist. I value connection, trust, and respect.

I work with adults, teens, families, and couples. My focus areas include LGBTQIA+ clients, gender nonconforming clients, transgender care, sexual health concerns, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and major life transitions.

You receive care grounded in empathy, cultural awareness, and collaboration. Sessions center on clear goals, practical skills, and meaningful insight. I create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment.

I provide services through in-person and telehealth settings. My approach blends evidence-based practice with care shaped around your needs, values, and lived experience. My goal centers on supporting clarity, stability, and long-term well-being through an affirming therapeutic relationship.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sandra Viramontes

Sandra Viramontes

Therapist

Virtual • Covina, CA


Hello, my name is Sandra, I’m a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I offer both video and in-person sessions, including Sunday’s. I started my journey with Mental Health Services, 2015 since then, I have had the privilege to work with all populations beginning with adolescents to older adults. I enjoy working with individuals, families and couples. I am trained to utilize a broad range of therapeutic modalities in order, to address here-and-now real-life stressors and trauma.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Erica Carrington

Erica Carrington

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, licensed since 2008, with experience working with diverse populations ranging from children to older adults. I provide a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel supported and understood. I especially enjoy helping individuals navigate life transitions such as starting college, graduating, changing jobs, adjusting to civilian life after the military, or entering retirement. My areas of focus include women’s issues, anxiety, depression, and building self-acceptance. I look forward to supporting you as you move toward growth and balance in your life.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cindy Claflin

Cindy Claflin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grass Valley, CA


“My approach to therapy is client centered. There are times when life can be confusing and overwhelming, I am here to provide guidance, support and a safe environment for clients through these challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Scott Elizondo

Scott Elizondo

Therapist

Virtual • San Marcos, CA


“My laid back and relaxed style creates a space where Clients feel safe in sharing and processing difficult feelings and emotions.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Vanessa Icazbalceta-Soto

Vanessa Icazbalceta-Soto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a bilingual sex-positive therapist, here to support dismantling negative sex tropes upheld by society.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ashley Coccaro

Ashley Coccaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to walk alongside you, offering encouragement and practical tools to help you cope in healthy ways while reminding you that you're not alone.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sybil Stafford

Dr. Sybil Stafford

Therapist

Virtual • Stockton, CA


“I've worked with at risk populations who seem to be misunderstood whether you're a victim of crime or a veteran coping with PTSD.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bonnie Phillips

Bonnie Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Bonnie Phillips is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University in 2005 and began her career working in schools, group homes, hospitals, and private practice. This diverse background allows her to support clients through a wide range of life challenges with compassion and understanding.

Creating a trusting and supportinve relationship is Bonnie’s top priority. She values genuineness, empathy, and active listening, and considers it a privilege to walk alongside clients as they build practical skills, access their inner strengths, and move toward greater emotional balance and well-being.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Susan Rome

Susan Rome

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in a holistic model that prioritizes mind, body, and spirit exploration and harmonization.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stacie Dawes

Stacie Dawes

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am deeply committed to helping individuals reconnect with themselves, understand the emotions beneath their experiences, and develop effective coping tools that support greater happiness and well-being. I have been licensed since 1998 and specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Esquivel

Kristina Esquivel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, thoughtful, and direct, and I work collaboratively with clients to explore patterns that may be contributing to stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Lorraine Crockford

Dr. Lorraine Crockford

Therapist

Virtual • St. Helena, CA


“I chose to earn my doctorate in human development so that I can focus on the process of humanistic recovery from trauma experience...”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Quynh Anh Nguyen

Christine Quynh Anh Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in learning and growing alongside my clients; your therapist can only take you as far as they've gone themselves.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christa Christine

Christa Christine

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in working alongside individuals and couples to help them uncover unconscious patterns and attachment wounds that may be getting in the way of them leading healthier, more fulfilling, and authentic lives.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Balke

Michelle Balke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conduct a thorough intake at the first appointment and also provide tips, techniques, and resources to support the client in feeling better...”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tamara Gold

Tamara Gold

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Tammy offers a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where clients can explore their emotions, understand patterns, build coping skills, and feel more grounded in their daily lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management, Women's issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary Mooradian

Mary Mooradian

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is compassion focused, culturally sensitive, emotionally responsive, strength based and trauma focused.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leona Esmaeily-Aimua

Leona Esmaeily-Aimua

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is to make therapy a safe and supportive space where you can finally speak freely, feel heard, and begin to heal.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edward Vander Clute

Edward Vander Clute

Therapist

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“I am warm and caring focusing on a client's strengths and helping them feel better about themselves.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie Goode

Dr. Julie Goode

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Alamitos, CA


Since 2010, I have worked with children to older adults from many different backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles and careers. Before dedicating my life to psychology, I worked in medicine and multiple other professions. Along with my California Doctoral education, I was also educated in England, Austria, France, Switzerland and New Zealand. I am originally from Wisconsin.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Klein-Zeff

Amy Klein-Zeff

Therapist

Virtual • Woodland Hills, CA


As a therapist I'm here for you. It seems brave to me make a decision to come to therapy. My part is to listen and without judgment or personal agenda and to be effective in your needs and wants. Of course, I also need to be aware of the legals and ethicals of therapy. I attended Sarah Lawrence College and Harvard University for my BA, and Phillips Graduate Institute for my MA.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Wilson

Elizabeth Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strongly believe that when the family is able to provide comfort, care, and is emotionally available...”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Velvalee Reid

Dr. Velvalee Reid

Therapist

Virtual • Simi Valley, CA


“With over 30 years of clinical experience, I bring both deep professional expertise and real-life understanding to each session.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Valeriano Ramolete

Valeriano Ramolete

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clovis, CA


“I am passionate about providing a safe, nonjudgmental, and encouraging environment that facilitates self-reflection and personal growth.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Thomas Echlin

Thomas Echlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will meet you wherever you are and respect whatever you feel and believe - and we will work together to help you see when and how you can take control of those feelings.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kente Wiggins

Kente Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My job is to create a space where you can be your genuine self in order to see the parts of self that needs healing.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Jeter

Jennifer Jeter

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with individuals and couples for over 25 years. I believe strongly in the benefits of processing the challenges of life with a supportive and open-minded "witness" in order to get perspective and make hard decisions. I worked with families at Children's Hospital and PsyCare Inc. in San Diego, before opening my private practice in 2003.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lori Salinas

Lori Salinas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Systems - Solution focused therapist. I use Psych-Ed along with providing tools for your tool box.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Candace Redcliff

Candace Redcliff

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am non judgmental. empathetic, warm, clever, witty and friendly. I have over 20 yrs of experience as a psychotherapist.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shantall Prado

Shantall Prado

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together we can explore what hurt the most and find resolve around what happened, what could have been, and hope in what can be.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kellye Laughery

Kellye Laughery

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in blended family therapy & emotional healing for women over 45 who are navigating transitions, remarriage, and the challenges of raising or supporting children in complex family systems.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melinda Fay

Melinda Fay

Therapist

Virtual • California


Melinda Fay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialty in Art Therapy. I received my MA in Psychology from Phillips Graduate Institute in 2002 and I have been licensed since 2008.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Kajiwara

Jacob Kajiwara

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach blends practical tools with deeper emotional work so you not only understand your patterns, but actually change them.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carl Hess

Carl Hess

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


Carl Hess is a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist offering in-person sessions in the city of Ventura. Carl works with individuals, families, and couples, helping to improve relationships and to discover the path to more rich and meaningful lives. Carl employs knowledge of a wide range of treatment modalities to create individualized treatment plans with practical solutions for life's challenges.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Tamar Mckinley

Dr. Tamar Mckinley

Therapist

Virtual • California


I specialize in supporting women through major life transitions and personal shifts, as well as challenges related to boundaries, self-trust, self-worth, and emotional resilience. I also work with women who find themselves repeating unhelpful relational patterns or struggling with overwhelm, stress, and uncertainty. In my trauma work, I incorporate Brainspotting, a brain-body modality that helps process trauma, emotional stress, and experiences that may feel difficult to access through talk therapy alone. I also support clients navigating grief and loss in its many forms. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your ability to cope, and move toward healing and meaningful change in a way that feels sustainable.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Find the right couples therapist for you

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

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in San Francisco, CA

Finding couples therapists in San Francisco starts with knowing what you and your partner want to work on. Many people search for couples therapy in San Francisco for support with communication patterns, conflict, trust after infidelity, major life changes, or parenting disagreements. Not all therapists have specific training in couples work, so look for licensed marriage and family therapists or therapists who list couples modalities like the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy in their profiles.

San Francisco has many therapists across neighborhoods like the Mission, SoMa, the Richmond, and Noe Valley, which can make the search for the right fit more detailed. For couples counseling in SF, logistics matter for both partners: appointment times, office location, transit access, virtual availability, and whether the therapist is accepting new patients. Some therapists offer a brief initial consultation, which can help both partners understand the therapist’s style, session structure, and approach before booking ongoing care.

Relationship counseling in San Francisco can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and Headway helps you see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. You can compare San Francisco marriage counselors and couples therapists by specialty, availability, format, and insurance fit, then review bios and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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