San Francisco, CA Motivational Interviewing Therapists

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Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
Capri Cruz
I knew I was called to be a psychotherapist when I was 10. How else was I going to fix my life after my parents damaged it :-) Aft... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
I knew I was called to be a psychotherapist when I was 10. How else was I going to fix my life after my parents damaged it :-) After growing up in foster care, I spent decades... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
Lucille Crowder
Lucille Crowder is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Califo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
Lucille Crowder is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling Psychology from California State University, San Bernardino, obtain... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
MEAZA EJIGU
Greetings! I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. With over 25 years of experience in health care a... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
PMHNP
Female
Greetings! I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. With over 25 years of experience in health care and 16 years of experience as a nurse practiti... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
OLUWAFUNMILOLA SULAIMON
Lola Sulaimon is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 12+ years of psychiatric experienc... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
Lola Sulaimon is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 12+ years of psychiatric experience. She manages a wide range of mental health ... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
Sabrina Sherrill
Sabrina Sherrill, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting children, adol... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
Sabrina Sherrill, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life’s challeng... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
GEORGE RAMZI
Hi, I’m George. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine Univers... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
LMFT
Male
Hi, I’m George. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University—but more importantly, I’m someone who... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
Missy Cheese
Missy Cheese is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over ten years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, d... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
Missy Cheese is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over ten years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, and self-est... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
PAMELA JOY ABAO
I am a compassionate and culturally sensitive Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to helping individual... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
PMHNP
Female
I am a compassionate and culturally sensitive Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to helping individuals navigate their mental health journeys with ... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
VICTOR WASHINGTON
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in California with a demonstrated ability to develop rapport with people from various backg... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
LCSW
Male
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker in California with a demonstrated ability to develop rapport with people from various backgrounds. As a social worker, I have had the op... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
LA CRYSTAL FULLER
I am La Crystal L. Fuller, a dedicated and compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
PMHNP
Female
I am La Crystal L. Fuller, a dedicated and compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP). I... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
Aldemar Martinez
Aldemar is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), with 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. He also has a degr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Male
Aldemar is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), with 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. He also has a degree in Psychology, which compliments his clini... More
Who might be a good fit for Aldemar?
Aldemar Martinez may be well-suited to individuals who value trauma-informed and acceptance-based therapy in managing emotional healing and personal growth. His approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Narrative and Cognitive Behavioral techniques, offering a supportive space for clients to explore their unique strengths and develop healthier patterns. View Profile
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
Dena Webster
Dena Webster has over eight years of experience working with individuals in a variety of settings. Dena's approach to therapy is i... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
Dena Webster has over eight years of experience working with individuals in a variety of settings. Dena's approach to therapy is integrative and takes into consideration the w... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
MARY OCONNELLLUSSIER
Welcome! I truly believe that we can all feel better. Safer in this world, stronger within ourselves, connected to ourselves and o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
LMFT
Female
Welcome! I truly believe that we can all feel better. Safer in this world, stronger within ourselves, connected to ourselves and others. As a licensed MFT in CA, I am most hel... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
MARIA ARELLANO
I’m Maria Arellano, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I’m bilingual in English/Spanish. I h... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
LMFT
Female
I’m Maria Arellano, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I’m bilingual in English/Spanish. I have 10 years of experience helping individual... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
OBINNA AKAH
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adolescents and adults improve their mental health. I... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
PMHNP
Male
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adolescents and adults improve their mental health. I specialize in treating conditions like bipol... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
JACQUELYN NAJERA
Hi there. My name is Jacquelyn Najera and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I obtained my Masters... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
LCSW
Female
Hi there. My name is Jacquelyn Najera and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I obtained my Masters from Portland State University in Oregon and... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
Lorene Smith
Lorene Smith, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over 16 years of experience helping individuals navigate life transi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
Female
Lorene Smith, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over 16 years of experience helping individuals navigate life transitions and strengthen their mental health. Bas... More
Who might be a good fit for Lorene?
Clients facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, and adjustment challenges may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Lorene Smith. She integrates evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness within a culturally responsive framework, providing compassionate support tailored to individuals navigating life transitions and diverse backgrounds. View Profile
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
APRIL ORTIZ
Hello, I’m April, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in California. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-base... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello, I’m April, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner based in California. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care through comprehensive as... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing
ZACHARY REHBEINJONES
Hi — I’m Zach Rehbein-Jones, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin and California. I specialize in helpi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Francisco, California
LCSW
Male
Hi — I’m Zach Rehbein-Jones, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin and California. I specialize in helping adultsnavigate anxiety, depression, and su... More
San Francisco, CA
Motivational Interviewing

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

Mental Health Services in San Francisco, California

San Francisco, California, a dynamic city with a population of over 800,000, is renowned for its diverse culture, tech-driven lifestyle, and iconic landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge. The city's rich history and bustling ambiance make it a unique place to live.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for San Francisco Residents

San Francisco residents commonly face mental health concerns such as anxiety disorders, depression, and substance abuse. According to a survey by the California Health Care Foundation, nearly one in six adults in California has a mental health need, and one in 20 suffers from a serious mental health condition.

Access to Care & Providers in San Francisco

Access to mental health services in San Francisco, California, is facilitated through a mix of public and private options. The city is home to numerous mental health therapists and clinics, while community organizations and crisis lines provide immediate assistance. Noteworthy initiatives such as the San Francisco Department of Public Health's Behavioral Health Services offer comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) are widely available in San Francisco, helping individuals manage their thoughts and behaviors.
  • Providers also offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused care, addressing the needs of individuals with PTSD and other trauma-related disorders.
  • Unique local offerings include e-therapy, bilingual care, and veteran support, catering to the diverse needs of San Francisco residents.

Local Policies & Stressors

The high cost of living in San Francisco, coupled with the pressures of the tech industry and the remote-work trend, can contribute to stress and mental health issues. The city's policies are responsive, targeting affordable housing and supporting mental health initiatives.

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Start your journey towards mental wellbeing today. You're not alone; professional help is available. Discover the right fit for your needs by exploring our directory of licensed therapists in San Francisco, California.