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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 8,100 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.

Melissa Myers

Melissa Myers

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes that therapy works best when you feel truly heard — not judged. I bring warmth, honesty, and a no-nonsense approach to our work together. My goal is for every client to leave each session feeling a little more understood and a little more equipped than when they walked in. I work with most major insurance plans, so getting quality care shouldn't have to break the bank.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marchita Masters

Dr. Marchita Masters

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have a warm, comfortable, conversational style. I consider attachment theory, utilize Cognitive Therapy, EMDR and sometimes humor.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Didier Kabuya

Didier Kabuya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is practical and evidence-based: thorough evaluations, collaborative medication management, and brief, skills-focused therapy when helpful.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emily Day

Emily Day

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I show up in sessions as myself, a real human being, ready to get to know you and collaborate on your goals...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michael Zurek

Michael Zurek

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus heavily on building authentic relationships so clients feel comfortable being themselves and opening up at their own pace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Felicia Stansbury

Felicia Stansbury

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you as we explore challenges, build insight, and identify the tools and perspectives that support the changes you want to make.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abel Blanco

Abel Blanco

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, my name is Abel Blanco. I have over 15 years of experience as a Social Worker. I have worked with clients facing all different types of situations. I utilize an eclectic approach and develop a specialized treatment plan.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kasandra Bellamy

Kasandra Bellamy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view therapy as a tool for change - and a "good fit" is an important part of the formula for change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Galindo

Jose Galindo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clinical style blends evidence-based structure with deep emotional attunement. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients reframe unhelpful thought patterns, while Motivational Interviewing allows me to meet them where they...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gloria Lopez

Gloria Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My culturally sensitive approach honors each client's unique experiences, values, and attitudes, creating a safe space for transformation and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mackenzie Theis

Mackenzie Theis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive space where all clients feel heard and respected, with a strong focus on supporting minority populations.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert Dominguez

Robert Dominguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Robert and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker . My philosophy in life and in practicing therapy is that change is possible. As your therapist I will help you identify your strengths and use those strengths to help you reach your optimal self. I currently have a Master of Social Work and and MBA in Healthcare Management. I am a down to earth therapist who loves working with clients and seeing them get to a better place in life .

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Lou Bordisso

Dr. Lou Bordisso

Therapist

Virtual • California


I subscribe to cognitive behavioral therapy, emphasizing the rational behavioral therapy modality. I hold a doctorate (EdD) in counseling and educational psychology from the University of San Francisco, where I also earned my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy. I earned a Master's in Divinity from the Franciscan School of Theology at the Graduate Theological Union. I have been practicing since 1987 and am a seasoned therapist.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Acevedo-Moran

Stephanie Acevedo-Moran

Therapist

Virtual • California


I provide holistic, compassionate, and spiritual support to individuals facing end of life and the support of their loved ones.

End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emma Crissman

Emma Crissman

Therapist

Virtual • California


As your therapist, I take a collaborative, non-judgmental, experiential approach to psychotherapy. I will join you in creating a deeper understanding of yourself and your life by helping you organize your emotions and attuning to the sensations throughout your body. Through our work, you will gain a wholesome sense of who you are. With safety and connection we will build tolerance to life’s experiences. Allowing you to engage fully with life through the trust that is created within yourself.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Claire Vines

Dr. Claire Vines

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach every client as a whole person — not just a diagnosis — and I bring warmth, curiosity, and genuine care to each session.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nikkole Brown

Nikkole Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I give my clients an open, non-judgmental, and emphatic environment to explore their needs and empower them to overcome life's circumstances.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Summer Brown

Summer Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I work with adults across the full span of life, from age 18 through 103, and I truly value the different experiences that come with each stage. Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, or simply wanting to feel more balanced and well, I am here to support you. I believe mental health care should feel accessible and responsive, which is why I offer flexible options like same day appointments, telehealth, and even house calls. My goal is to meet you where you are and provide care that fits into your life, not the other way around.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Racheal Aneke

Racheal Aneke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is not just to reduce symptoms, but to help you feel well, stable, and connected to your life again.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Audrea Nicholson

Audrea Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting youth, people of color, and the LGBTQIA+ community through life's challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eriam Nnamaliri

Eriam Nnamaliri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years in mental health, helping adolescents and adults overcome anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and insomnia.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maya Holmes

Maya Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love providing a safe and brave space for those who are navigating grief, trauma, depression, life transitions, identity, and inherited legacy burdens.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Setareh Sassani

Setareh Sassani

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Setareh Sassani, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 151973). I am passionate about helping individuals, and families navigate life’s challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Stacey Lawson

Dr. Stacey Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is relational, compassionate, and grounded in Nature-Informed Therapy, nervous system awareness, and person-centered care.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Rhinesmith

Danielle Rhinesmith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy comes from a desire to support you through your journey and give you the strength to see yourself as a priority.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcelle Little

Marcelle Little

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate these challenges using body-oriented approaches and evidence-based techniques.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Nikkole Brown

Nikkole Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I see my clients as the expert of their lives but invite me to play a supportive role to help them reach their fullest potential.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Valerie Handlers

Valerie Handlers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is loving, compassionate and direct. If you just want someone to listen and not give you suggestions on how to improve your life, then I am not the right therapist for you!”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Williams

Maria Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Maria's approach to therapy is relationship-based, culturally responsive, and grounded in the belief that every child and family has unique strengths and the capacity for growth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Caliva

Teresa Caliva

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own experiences navigating change, growth, and unexpected challenges have taught me the importance of compassion, resilience, and having a safe space to land.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
William Mcvicker

William Mcvicker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've been practicing 20+ years. Have a family, 18 children, all are on their own now, "that's alot of kids?" 7 biological and 11 adopted, and still married to their mom.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gillermina Alvarado

Gillermina Alvarado

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Gillermina Alvarado and I go by Mina. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Riverside, CA, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I received my Master's from the University of Phoenix and have been practicing for 9 years.

I work with young children, adolescents, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief and loss, behavioral challenges, and life changes. My communication style is calm, accommodating, and personable — I want my clients to feel comfortable speaking with me about anything and feeling safe, and I pride myself on my ability to listen without judgment.

Above all, I believe that you are the expert of your own story, and that you have many strengths that will help you overcome what's challenging you. It takes courage to take the first steps toward change, and I'm here to support and empower you in that journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shayna Strauch

Shayna Strauch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can freely express your thoughts, feelings, and worries.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jordana De Lory

Jordana De Lory

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have committed over 20 years to fostering a safe and expansive space for adults and youth to discover their human potential, heal from trauma, and develop the tools to live a thriving life of vitality.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Erris-Sheron Dolberry

Erris-Sheron Dolberry

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Using approaches like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and acceptance-based strategies, I help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions, and build healthier ways of thinking and coping.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Caryn Bickel

Caryn Bickel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a seasoned therapist with over 25 yrs of experience. I exclusively provide Telehealth (video sessions) for both CA and AZ residents!”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is holistic and patient-centered, combining psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy to create individualized care plans.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vivian Castaneda

Vivian Castaneda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is always client-centered and strength-based. Through the client-centered approach, my clients lead the way.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shahin Sean Nourian

Shahin Sean Nourian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I emphasize empowerment through psychoeducation, creating a narrative of 'me with my body/mind' as oppose to 'me versus my mind/body.'”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie De Vera

Leslie De Vera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, personalized, and evidence-based. I believe effective mental health care is not one-size-fits-all...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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Finding the right therapist in San Francisco starts with getting clear on what you need. Consider whether you're looking for help with a specific concern like anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges, or whether you want broader support during a life transition. Therapists bring different specialties and approaches, so reviewing a provider's bio and areas of focus can help you identify someone whose experience aligns with your goals.

San Francisco has a large and diverse mental health provider community, but navigating it can be time-consuming. Factors like location, session format (in-person or virtual), scheduling availability, and therapeutic approach all matter. Reading about a provider's style and credentials before booking can give you confidence that you're making the right choice.

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