Couples therapists in San Francisco, CA

21 verified listings 654 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry Updated October 1, 2026

21 couples therapists in San Francisco are listed with details from their own websites. 13 of them offer online sessions, and the approaches mentioned most often are Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method and Imago. Listed fees run from $90 to $300 per session. Whether you’re working through a hard stretch or getting ready to marry, compare how they work and what they charge below.

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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Clear Approach: Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Method , 1 listing
Imago , 1 listing
Relational Life Therapy , 1 listing

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Internal Family Systems (IFS) , 1 listing

What these approaches mean

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Developed by Sue Johnson and grounded in attachment theory. Helps partners change the negative patterns that drive them apart.
Gottman Method: Developed by John and Julie Gottman. Usually starts with an assessment, then works on friendship, managing conflict and shared meaning.
Imago: Developed by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt. Built on the idea that we carry an image from childhood into adult relationships.
Relational Life Therapy: Developed by Terry Real. Teaches relationship skills and works on patterns such as shame, grandiosity and distance.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): Developed by Richard Schwartz. Works with the different “parts” of each person; also adapted for couples.

Couples therapy approaches, explained

Sessions

Online (telehealth) , 2 listings
In person , 1 listing

Availability

Accepting new clients , 1 listing
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Marika Davis, MA, LMFT

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Insurance

Out of network. Ask about a superbill

Fee

$225 per session; free consultation

Also

LGBTQ+ affirming

Visit website of Marika Davis (opens in a new tab) Call Marika Davis at (415) 891-9115

Source: marikadavis.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1023644093
Giulia Davis

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago, Relational Life Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Sessions

Online (telehealth); online for clients in CA

Insurance

Private pay (does not bill insurance)

Fee

Free consultation

Languages

English, Italian

Also

Premarital counseling · LGBTQ+ affirming · Intensives (extended multi-hour sessions)

Visit website of Giulia Davis (opens in a new tab) Call Giulia Davis at (415) 692-3541

Source: myceliatherapy.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1083524383
Zabreen Shaikh

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in CA

Fee

$90 per session; sliding scale available; free consultation

New clients

Listed as accepting new clients

Visit website of Zabreen Shaikh (opens in a new tab) Call Zabreen Shaikh at (949) 391-7976

Source: purposetherapygroup.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1083473797

654 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry aren’t covered by these filters. See the registry list.

Questions about couples therapy in San Francisco

How much does couples therapy cost in San Francisco?

Among the 6 verified therapists here who list a fee, session prices range from $90 to $300. Fees change, so confirm the current rate and any sliding-scale options with the therapist.

Can we do couples therapy online in California?

Yes. 13 of the 21 verified therapists in San Francisco offer online sessions. A therapist can generally only see clients online while those clients are located in a state where the therapist is licensed, so both partners should be in California (or another state where the therapist holds a license) during sessions.

Do couples therapists in San Francisco take insurance?

Some do. Insurers mentioned on verified therapists’ websites include Aetna, Cigna and UnitedHealthcare / Optum. Many plans cover couples therapy only in limited cases, so ask your insurer and the therapist before your first session.

Choosing a therapist in San Francisco

How to choose a couples therapist: license types, how to check a license, and questions to ask before a first session.
Gottman Method vs. EFT: here, 2 verified listings mention the Gottman Method and 4 verified listings mention EFT.
Couples therapy approaches, explained: what Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method and Imago involve, and who developed them.
What couples therapy costs: how San Francisco fees compare with other cities, and what to ask about insurance.
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Nearby cities

San Jose, CA 46 mi

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Marika Davis, MA, LMFT

Giulia Davis

Zabreen Shaikh