Business Details
44 Years
experience
Inclusive Psychotherapy Services in San Francisco
The Marina Counseling Center has been a trusted resource in the Bay Area since 1982, offering compassionate and inclusive psychotherapy services to adults, children, couples, and families. Our team of Masters-level therapists, supervised by board-certified professionals, provides personalized care tailored to diverse cultural, gender, and identity needs. We prioritize accessibility through sliding scale fees and foster future mental health leaders through our rigorous training program. Rooted in values of equity and client-centered care, we create safe spaces for healing and self-discovery.Our holistic approach integrates relational, psychodynamic, and somatic therapies to address anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, and systemic oppression. With two San Francisco locations and virtual options, we ensure flexible, affirming support for all clients. Our commitment to community growth and cultural responsiveness has made us a pillar of mental health care in California.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Gender Identity Support
Anxiety Management
Grief Counseling
Sliding Scale Fees
Virtual Sessions
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of experience providing Bay Area mental health care since 1982
- Sliding scale fees ensure accessible therapy for all income levels
- Diverse team of therapists trained in culturally responsive approaches
- Holistic integration of relational, somatic, and psychodynamic therapies
- Supervised training program producing next-generation mental health professionals
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized psychotherapy sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-discovery. Our therapists use relational and somatic approaches to help clients build self-awareness and coping strategies. Sessions focus on creating safe spaces for emotional exploration and fostering personal growth through evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.
Couples Counseling
Specialized support for couples navigating communication challenges, intimacy issues, and conflict resolution. Therapists help partners develop healthier relationship patterns and rebuild trust. Our approach emphasizes understanding attachment styles and creating collaborative frameworks for long-term relational growth and mutual understanding.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Age-appropriate mental health support for children and teens facing anxiety, identity exploration, and family dynamics. Therapists use play therapy and developmental approaches to address emotional challenges. Services include parent consultations to create cohesive support systems for young clients' mental health journeys.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized care for individuals processing traumatic experiences using somatic and psychodynamic techniques. Therapists help clients develop grounding strategies and reprocess traumatic memories in safe environments. Treatment focuses on rebuilding self-esteem and restoring emotional regulation for long-term healing.
Gender Identity Support
Comprehensive mental health services for transgender and gender-diverse individuals exploring identity expression. Therapists provide support for gender affirmation processes and navigating systemic challenges. Our approach centers clients' lived experiences while addressing unique mental health needs within the LGBTQ+ community.
People
Stephanie Del Chiaro
Executive Director
Bilingual LMFT with expertise in cultural competency and BIPOC/LGBTQ+ affirming care. Provides clinical supervision and consultation while maintaining a private practice focused on identity and lived experience integration.
Laurie Dievendorf
Director of Programming
Holistic therapist specializing in intersections of emotional health, identity, and spirituality. With 10+ years in wellness education, she creates safe spaces for self-expression and leads training programs for emerging mental health professionals.
Joshua Greene
Director of Training
Licensed therapist and clinical supervisor with expertise in relationship patterns and somatic work. Oversees therapist training programs while maintaining a private practice focused on present-moment connection and relational healing.
Cody Freas
Payroll Coordinator & Bookkeeper
20+ year accounting professional managing financial operations for the counseling center. Provides essential administrative support to clinicians while maintaining remote operations from San Antonio, Texas.
Jennifer Atkins
Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee
Psychodynamic therapist specializing in relationship challenges and self-discovery. Uses mindfulness-based approaches to help clients explore emotional patterns and develop healthier coping mechanisms through a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship.
Questions
What therapy options are available for LGBTQ+ individuals?
We provide affirming care with therapists specializing in gender identity exploration, queer relationships, and navigating systemic challenges specific to LGBTQ+ communities using trauma-informed approaches.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, we offer both in-person sessions at our San Francisco locations and virtual therapy options throughout California for flexible mental health support.
How does your sliding scale fee structure work?
Our sliding scale fees adjust based on income level to ensure accessible care. During consultation, we'll discuss your financial situation to determine appropriate pricing.
What experience do your therapists have with trauma recovery?
Our team uses somatic and psychodynamic approaches for trauma recovery, with specialized training in processing complex trauma and developing grounding techniques for emotional regulation.
How can I schedule a first appointment?
Book a free 30-minute consultation through our website to discuss your needs and get matched with the most appropriate therapist for your specific situation.
What ages do you work with for child therapy?
Our child and adolescent therapy services support clients from early childhood through teenage years, with specialized approaches tailored to each developmental stage.
