How to Find the Right Therapist for You: What to Look for (and What Actually Matters)
If you’re searching for a therapist, you already know it’s not as easy as picking a name from a list. Even for folks who handle high-stakes decisions all day, finding mental health support can feel unfamiliar and, honestly, a bit overwhelming. There’s no single formula to guarantee the “right” therapist, because what matters most will […]
10 Subtle Signs Your Child Needs Therapy (and What You Can Do to Help)
There’s no easy manual for figuring out if your child needs mental health support. Kids aren’t always willing, or able, to say how they feel, and the real signs are often hiding in plain sight. Many warning signs can look like growing pains or “just a phase.” Still, noticing even gentle shifts in your child’s […]
Unpacking Workplace Stress: How Your Brain and Body React to Pressure and How to Manage It Effectively
San Francisco is a place for ambitious people. Has been since at least the Gold Rush. Ambitious people also tend to work hard, in stressful jobs, and so it’s also a place for burnout and breakdowns. Workplace stress isn’t just you being lazy or “in your head”, for many people, it’s a full-body response. Looming […]
5 Subtle Signs Stress is Running Your Life and How to Recognize Them
Stress doesn’t always show up as meltdowns or outbursts. More often, it slips in quietly, fueling tension, draining focus, and leaving a constant undercurrent of exhaustion. Many high-achieving professionals don’t realize how much stress is shaping their health, decisions, and relationships until it’s been running the show for far too long. As an anxiety therapist […]
Can a Therapist Diagnose Depression? Understanding Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Depression affects many people and raises important questions about diagnosis and treatment. Therapists play a key role in identifying symptoms and shaping treatment plans through clinical interviews. For an official diagnosis, especially if medication is considered, collaboration with psychiatrists or primary care physicians is common. In this article, you’ll learn who can diagnose depression, how […]
Can a Therapist Diagnose ADHD? A Clear Guide to Assessment and Support
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder affects focus, self-control, and daily functioning. Accurate diagnosis is key for effective support and long-term well-being. Licensed ADHD therapists provide assessments, formal diagnoses, and guidance toward evidence-based strategies that improve quality of life. This guide explains ADHD symptoms, outlines the diagnostic process, and introduces therapeutic approaches beyond assessment. You will also find local […]
Navigating Loss When You’re Wired to Push Through: Effective Coping Strategies and Therapy Support
Loss rarely fits into the rhythm of a busy life. Many high-achieving professionals cope by working harder, staying productive, or reasoning away the pain. It may feel efficient, but unacknowledged grief often shows up in the body, mind, and relationships. As a grief therapist in San Francisco, I see how those used to solving problems […]
Taming the Racing Mind: Practical Strategies for Anxiety Relief
Many people find themselves awake at night with thoughts spinning at a mile a minute, leaving them feeling drained and restless. Anxiety often takes hold when a racing mind hijacks your attention, making it tough to concentrate or drift off to sleep. In this guide, you’ll learn what fuels persistent worry and how to calm […]
The Creative Spark and Your Inner World: Why Your Brightest Ideas Often Come with Challenges
Creativity can open doors to fresh ideas, meaningful work, and deep fulfilment. Yet the same spark can also leave you feeling raw, sensitive, or uncertain. Many people notice their most original ideas appear alongside moments of self-doubt or shifts in mood. It makes sense, creativity asks you to take risks, experiment, and bring vulnerable parts […]
