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

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Jesse Moon

I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California. This includes the treatment of individuals. I have experience as a practicing psychotherapist and Life Coach. I treat...

I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California. This includes the...

Jesse Offers Online Therapy with BetterHelp
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Dr. Jill Kapil

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with over 8 years of clinical experience working in University College counseling centers. I have worked with clients with...

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with over 8 years of c...

Dr. Jill Offers Online Therapy with BetterHelp
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Seeds of Awareness, Inc.

Seeds of Awareness mission is to transform schools and communities by cultivating empathy, connection and support. We value racial and social equity and aim to empower disadvantaged communities and people of co...

Seeds of Awareness mission is to transform schools and communities by cultivatin...

Marina Counseling Center

We have provided effective, caring, affordable, counseling to the San Francisco community since 1982. The Marina Counseling Center is a supportive and inclusive environment. We welcome people of all ages, cult...

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

An OpenCounseling Top Non-Profit 2021
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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. Christian Counseling Cen...

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

Liberation Institute

The Liberation Institute is a grassroots non-profit mental health organization based in San Francisco. We are co-created by counselors, psychotherapists, mindfulness teachers, artists and activists from the com...

The Liberation Institute is a grassroots non-profit mental health organization b...

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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...

Center for Somatic Psychotherapy

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....

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

Haight Ashbury Psychological Services

HAPS aims to fit our approach to the client, not the other way around. To meet that goal, our interns are given training in a variety of perspectives and techniques so that they may support clients to reach and...

HAPS aims to fit our approach to the client, not the other way around. To meet t...

Dr. Paula Alvarez

Greetings! I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the states of California and Missouri, and I have a doctorate in Organizational Psychology. I have worked in locke...

Greetings! I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in the states of ...

Dr. Paula 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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