Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Therapy to Build an Intentional Life

Compassionate individual therapy throughout California with an emphasis in San Francisco and the Bay Area.

Kathryn A. R. James, MFT — Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

About Me

You deserve to feel heard

With over 20 years of experience, I help you build confidence, pursue your passions, and create meaning in your life. I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard. Together we work collaboratively to build a healthy life and make the changes to which you aspire.

My mission is to successfully guide you to a more meaningful, fulfilling life, and to contribute effectively to society in order to build the world a better place.

— Kathryn James, MFT
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Specialties

Areas of Focus

Relationships

Navigating conflict, communication, and connection in all types of relationships.

Depression & Anxiety

Evidence-based tools to manage mood, worry, and reclaim your sense of self and purpose.

Individuals in Recovery & Family Members of Addicts/Alcoholics

Guidance on how to live a fully recovered life, and support for family members navigating life when a loved one is an addict.

Parenting & the Sandwich Generation

Support for parents and those caring for both children and aging loved ones simultaneously.

Life Transitions

Guidance through major changes such as graduating from college, marriage, divorce, career shifts, becoming a parent, and perimenopause/menopause.

Bereavement & Grief

A safe space to grieve and find your way through loss at your own pace.

My Approach

My Approach

I work very interactively and provide feedback in every session. I value building a trusting relationship with you, and I use empirically proven skills to help you accomplish your goals and achieve the change you're seeking. Your growth and progress is my most important priority.

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Ready to take the first step?

I offer a free 30-minute phone consultation so you can share what brings you to therapy and ask any questions you have.

Kathryn A. R. James, MFT 46494

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Compassionate, evidence-based virtual therapy throughout California.

Verified by Psychology Today

Contact

415.244.5590[email protected]
Virtual sessions throughout California

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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist — California