Business Details
33 Years
experience
Therapist in San Francisco, CA
Mark Hirschfield is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in individual, couple, family, and group counseling. Specializing in EMDR therapy, trauma resolution, and relationship dynamics, the practice offers empathic, non-judgmental support for clients seeking to overcome depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Services include couples counseling, child therapy, sex addiction treatment, and co-parenting guidance, with flexible scheduling and sliding scale fees to ensure accessibility. The therapist's approach combines interactive talk therapy with evidence-based techniques to address both presenting problems and underlying emotional issues. Services
Couples Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Child Therapy
Sex Addiction Treatment
Co-Parenting Support
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in trauma and relationship therapy
- Specialized EMDR certification for rapid trauma resolution
- Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends
- Sliding scale fees for accessible mental health care
- Empathic, non-judgmental approach to diverse client needs
Services
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples addressing communication breakdowns, trust issues, and relationship transitions. Evidence-based interventions improve intimacy while respecting diverse relationship structures. Sessions focus on conflict resolution, co-parenting strategies, and rebuilding emotional connections through empathic, interactive techniques.
EMDR Therapy
Proven treatment for trauma, anxiety, and PTSD using eye movement desensitization techniques. Accelerates emotional healing by reprocessing distressing memories while maintaining client safety. Combines traditional talk therapy with bilateral stimulation to resolve symptoms from childhood abuse, loss, or traumatic events.
Child Therapy
Play-based therapy for children and adolescents addressing behavioral issues, anxiety, and family conflict. Parent collaboration ensures consistent support across home and school environments. Specialized techniques help young clients process trauma, grief, and adjustment challenges through age-appropriate therapeutic activities.
Sex Addiction Treatment
Structured program addressing compulsive sexual behaviors and relationship impacts. Combines individual therapy with accountability frameworks to rebuild trust and establish healthy coping mechanisms. Addresses co-occurring issues like internet addiction and financial consequences of addictive patterns.
Co-Parenting Support
Practical counseling for separated parents navigating shared custody arrangements. Focuses on child-centered communication, conflict management, and consistent parenting strategies. Helps establish routines that maintain stability and emotional well-being for children during family transitions.
People
Mark Hirschfield
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Mark Hirschfield is a licensed therapist with over 25 years of experience in individual, couple, and family counseling. He specializes in EMDR therapy, trauma recovery, and relationship dynamics, holding a master's degree from New College in San Francisco. His practice combines interactive talk therapy with evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in EMDR therapy, interactive talk therapy, and evidence-based techniques for trauma recovery, relationship counseling, and behavioral addiction treatment.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide secure video therapy via Zoom/Skype and telephone counseling for clients in remote areas or with scheduling constraints.
What are your payment options?
I accept credit card payments and offer sliding scale fees based on individual financial circumstances.
How do you handle emergency situations?
For urgent mental health crises, I recommend contacting local emergency services or visiting the nearest hospital emergency department.
What experience do you have with child therapy?
I've provided child-centered play therapy and adolescent counseling since 1993, using age-appropriate techniques to address behavioral and emotional challenges.
Can you help with co-parenting after divorce?
Yes, I offer practical guidance for establishing effective co-parenting relationships, focusing on child well-being and conflict resolution strategies.
