Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in San Francisco
Sandra Berger Psychotherapist is a private practice dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health care. With over two decades of experience in the field, our practice specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges through modalities like EMDR, CBT, and Internal Family Systems. We serve individuals, couples, and teenagers across California via telehealth, combining clinical expertise with personalized care.Our founder, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, brings a warm, collaborative approach rooted in interpersonal process therapy and mindfulness. We prioritize accessibility through sliding-scale fees and free initial consultations, ensuring clients receive tailored support aligned with their unique needs.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Depression Counseling
Couples Therapy
Trauma Recovery
EMDR Therapy
Teen Counseling
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Internal Family Systems
Life Transition Support
Highlights and features
- We offer free 20-minute phone consultations to ensure proper fit
- Specialized training in EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapy
- Sliding-scale fees available for financial accessibility
- Telehealth sessions designed for busy or geographically challenged clients
- 20+ years of clinical experience treating complex mental health concerns
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #96326
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders using evidence-based techniques including mindfulness, CBT, and EMDR. We help clients develop coping strategies for panic attacks, generalized anxiety, and social anxiety through personalized treatment plans.
Trauma Recovery
Advanced trauma treatment utilizing EMDR and Internal Family Systems modalities. Our approach helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce symptoms of PTSD while building emotional resilience and self-compassion.
Couples Counseling
Evidence-based couples therapy addressing communication issues, intimacy concerns, and relationship transitions. We help partners develop conflict resolution skills and rebuild connection through structured therapeutic interventions.
Teen Counseling
Specialized support for teenagers navigating anxiety, depression, and social challenges. We use developmentally appropriate techniques to improve communication skills, build self-esteem, and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure virtual therapy sessions accessible from any location. This service provides flexibility for busy professionals, parents, and clients with mobility challenges while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness and confidentiality.
People
Sandra Berger
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Sandra Berger is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She specializes in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders, and relationship counseling using evidence-based modalities like EMDR and Internal Family Systems therapy.
Questions
Do you accept insurance?
I am an out-of-network provider for most PPO plans. I provide superbills for potential reimbursement. Please verify your mental health coverage with your insurance carrier.
What telehealth platforms do you use?
I use a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform accessible via computer or mobile device. No special software required - just a stable internet connection.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I primarily use EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and cognitive behavioral therapy. My approach integrates mindfulness and interpersonal process techniques tailored to each client's needs.
Are sliding-scale fees available?
Yes, I reserve limited appointments at reduced rates based on financial need. Please inquire during your free initial consultation.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes. We can discuss extended sessions if clinically indicated during our initial consultation.
