Christine Canty, MFT Intern, IMF 68274
Intern
415.617.5131

Supervised by Karen Palamos, MFT, MFC 38971

Counseling is often called "relational" or "interpersonal." Just as a headache may stem from a problem in the neck or shoulders, a psychological symptom (such as depression or anxiety) may have its roots in relational issues. As a therapist, my initial focus is symptom relief (lessening the blues or panic, for example, just as you would lessen the pain of the headache). We will also talk about the relationships in your life, both past and present. As our work continues, we will form an alliance that allows us to look beyond your symptoms to create lasting change.

Laurie Chandler, MFT Intern, IMF 64780
Intern
415.835.2178
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Supervised by Lori Opal, MFT, MFCC 35754

Explore your inner world. Expand your inner resources. I guide clients to their innate joy and authenticity so their lives and relationships are fulfilling and enriched. I work collaboratively with you the client using traditional talk therapy, expressive arts (sand tray), and body awareness (mindfulness and Hakomi). My approach intuitively incorporates ideas from present-centered, somatic, psychodynamic, Jungian, and mythological psychology. I pay attention to the archetypal images and stories that arise with a client. These images add a layer of visual and metaphoric information to rational problem-solving. My style as a therapist is calm, grounded, and compassionate. I use deep listening, unconditional positive regard, and thoughtful feedback to work with clients to find their own answers within. I work with children and adults.

Paul Howard, MA, MFT Intern, IMF 65702
Intern
415.236.2815
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Supervised by Karen Palamos, MFT, MFC 38971

Imagine for a moment that therapy is a journey of discovery through the landscape of your life and that I am a blind man walking by your side. As we move through this landscape, we talk and you describe to me the rise and fall of the terrain, the beings met along the way, the struggles of the climb and the joys of the summit. Through your words, I learn to view the world through your eyes and to appreciate the forces that have formed your personal landscape. After listening carefully and without judgment, I describe the image your words have formed in my mind. Through this process of dialogue and reflection, we both come to see the challenges and the opportunities presented by your unique landscape with fresh eyes.

I am committed to helping people navigate through the difficulties that life can sometimes throw our way. As a psychotherapist it is my intention to guide and support you in tapping into your own rich inner resources in an effort to heal and grow, while gaining a deeper understanding of yourself. I work from a client-centered, relational viewpoint. My style integrates a variety of therapeutic techniques, including mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral methods, to best meet the needs of each person or couple with whom I work. I provide my clients with empathy, warmth, and genuine caring as they work towards making meaningful changes in their lives. I welcome individuals, couples, and adolescents.

Joseph Campi, M.A., MFT Intern, IMF 58619
Associate Intern
415 494-9835
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Supervised by Judy Curtis, Psy.D., MFT, MFC 31741

As a psychotherapist, part of my work is to help clients, whether it's a problem to be solved, a desired behavioral change, or find meaning during a life challenging experience. I believe a therapeutic relationship can provide a sense of healing and offer a deeper understanding of one's self. My approach is integrative, drawing from a psychoanalytical and psychodynamic framework. I specialize in anxiety/depression, substance/abuse, trauma and grief/loss. I enjoy working with adolescents, individuals and families. Allow me to help you.       

I believe that kindness, respect, and compassion for oneself are the foundations of psychological and emotional healing. Working interactively with a strong emphasis on mindful, present moment experience, I help my clients reconnect to their passion in life and for each other. I work with relationship and communication difficulties, depression, anxiety, unresolved abuse and trauma, eating disorders, grief and low-self esteem. I have a broad educational background in Social Work and Counseling Psychology and I have trained in Non-Violent communication with Dr Marshall Rosenberg.  I work with individuals, couples, children and families of all ethnicities, colors, ages, genders and spiritualities.  I conduct psychotherapy in English, French and Dutch.

Sharon Gardner, MFT Intern, IMF 60687
Associate Intern
415.742.2105

Supervised by Carol Schira, MFT, MFC 34384

I offer a warm, collaborative approach to therapy and will support you in the discovery of your unique wisdom to resolve challenges. I will assist you in moving beyond the patterns that keep you stuck, that result in relationship difficulties, low self esteem, anxiety, etc., and help you find more satisfaction and enjoyment in your life. I support building greater awareness as well as body-mind-spirit integration. My 35 years of Buddhist practice enhance my ability to create a respectful and safe therapeutic relationship. I specialize in working with women and men in their late 20’s and early 30’s, and draw from my training as well as my life experience. I am a graduate of the Hakomi method of Experiential Psychology; this training includes working experientially (in the moment) and relationally. I work with individuals, couples and families. I see clients during the week and on Saturdays, and offer a sliding scale.

Frederique Georges, M.A., C.M.T., S.E.P., MFT Intern, IMF 54925
Associate Intern
415.820.1680
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Supervised by Elizabeth Nielsen, MFT, MFT36833

Ginnie Hazlett, MA, MFT Intern, IMF 64921
Associate Intern
415.754.9314

Supervised by Cynthia Hoffman, MFT, MFC 40736

My practice offers individuals and couples a proactive, collaborative and goal-oriented experience within a therapeutic context that is safe and accepting. I work from an integrative model that incorporates strengths-based, solution-focused and behavioral approaches among many others. Because our stories, experiences and cultural backgrounds are inherently complex and highly individual, I closely tailor my style depending on what is most relevant for your situation and needs. I look forward to helping you unearth your inner resilience.

Stephanie Jansse, MFT Intern, IMF 57292
Associate Intern
415.835.2113

Supervised by Michael Baugh, LCSW, LC9324

Psychotherapy can help you to go beyond the fear that you are not good enough or that you "can't do it."  You can create the life you want to live by finding the joy in relationships and finding the answers within yourself. I will provide a space in which this is possible. I work with adults, couples, and children.

Karena Kirkpatrick, MFT Intern, IMF 68037
Associate Intern
415.835.2186
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Supervised by Karen Palamos, MFT, MFC 38971

My work with clients is experiential, engaged, and emphasizes building inner strength and cultivating personal resources. I can work with you to increase self awareness through cognitive behavioral and mindfulness based techniques that allow you track thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and to develop helpful tools to create new ways of coping in life. This approach combined with in-depth exploration of your past and your self, can lead to profound changes in the way you experience your life.I bring a wealth of life experience, diverse clinical training, openness and compassion to the therapy relationship. Areas of interest and clinical experience include anxiety, depression, trauma, disability, relationships, and sexuality. I welcome individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds. I look forward to your call.

Douglas Mitchell , M.A., MFT Intern, IMF 61580
Associate Intern
415.562.6722
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Supervised by Karen Palamos, MFT, MFC 38971

Perhaps you have stumbled upon reading this with hopes of some resolve or a spark to carry you forward.  If you're feeling confused, out of sorts, needing a transformation, or just need someone to listen, then my wish is to support you in expressing each of these in a safe, healthy and nurturing way.  I support you best honoring your innate intelligence and tending to your concerns using an eclectic approach of mindful, expressive and cognitive therapies unique to you.  These therapeutic sessions support you to articulate, realize and envision your life more clearly, working through blocks and opening new doors, bridging insight, meaning, and understanding between us.  I'm engaged, respectful, down to earth, and solution-oriented. I welcome your call!

As a psychotherapist it is my pleasure to provide support, education and guidance for those seeking to overcome personal difficulties and improve the quality of their lives. Using mindfulness based methods, I can help you transform the relationship you have with yourself, as well as the relationships you have with others, and bring about the changes you seek. Some of your concerns may be depressed or anxious moods, recovering from loss, relationship difficulties, addictions or blocked creativity. I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families.