Free or Low-Cost Counseling in San Francisco, CA *

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Emily Schwimmer

Hello! Good for you reaching out for support today. You are taking a big, worthwhile step!I've been practicing for over 19 years in Sunny Southern California working with adu...

Hello! Good for you reaching out for support today. You are taking a big, ...

Emily Offers Online Therapy with BetterHelp
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Cynthia Tatum

I am a family and marriage therapist licensed in California with over 6 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, an...

I am a family and marriage therapist licensed in California with over 6 ye...

Cynthia Offers Online Therapy with BetterHelp
Accepting New Clients

Asian Community Mental Health Services

Asian Community Mental Health Services provides and advocates for multicultural and multilingual services that empower the most vulnerable members of our community to lead healthy, contributing, and self-suffic...

Asian Community Mental Health Services provides and advocates for multicultural ...

Christian Counseling Center

Our mission is to provide comprehensive and effective services integrated with Christian beliefs and values. We are committed to bringing Healing, Growth, And Wholeness to our clients.Summary: Christian Counse...

Our mission is to provide comprehensive and effective services integrated with C...

Queer LifeSpace

Queer LifeSpace is a nonprofit counseling agency that seeks to bring sustainable mental health and substance abuse services to the LGBTQQI community.Queer people often struggle with increased rates of suicidal ...

Queer LifeSpace is a nonprofit counseling agency that seeks to bring sustainable...

Accepting New Clients

W.O.M.A.N.

W.O.M.A.N., Inc. supports survivors of domestic violence and their loved ones along their healing journeys, bridging value-rich networks designed to address intersections of violence. W.O.M.A.N., Inc. helps sur...

W.O.M.A.N., Inc. supports survivors of domestic violence and their loved ones al...

Golden Gate Integral Counseling Center

California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an accredited university that strives to embody spirit, intellect, and wisdom in service to individuals, communities, and the earth.Services Offered:Center for...

California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an accredited university that...

The Clinic Without Walls

California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is an accredited university that...

An OpenCounseling Top Non-Profit 2021
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Marin City Health & Wellness Center

We have provided effective, caring, affordable, counseling to the San Francisco community since 1982.Summary: We provide wraparound healthcare to patients of all ages and ethnicities at clinics in Marin City, ...

We have provided effective, caring, affordable, counseling to the San Francisco ...

Estela Isla

Some of us experience difficult times in our lives and we can feel alone. We may feel hopeless, disoriented, or challenged. Imagine a space where you can share your feelings,...

Some of us experience difficult times in our lives and we can feel alone. ...

Estela Offers Online Therapy with BetterHelp
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Is online counseling available?

BetterHelp (a sponsor) offers affordable online therapy with financial aid based on your income. All therapists are licensed. Click here to learn more.

Locally, the following clinics also offer online therapy: Center for Somatic Psychotherapy, Christian Counseling Center, Golden Gate Integral Counseling Center. Others on this list may too. Please check with the individual providers.

Do I qualify for state funded counseling?

Qualifying for assistance from California's program usually depends on the severity of your condition and financial circumstance. Read our full guide to California's program.

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Online Therapy

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