In-Person Therapy in San Francisco & Online Throughout California
Compassionate, Psychodynamic Therapy for Lasting Change
You may have found your way here because something in your life feels off.
On the outside, you may be holding things together. But internally, something feels unsettled. You might be hard on yourself in ways others don’t see, feel alone in the presence of people who care about you, or find yourself repeating patterns in relationships that leave you feeling stuck, uncertain, or unseen.
At some point, it begins to feel exhausting to carry this on your own.
Therapy offers a space to slow down and begin to understand what’s happening beneath the surface, not just to find relief, but to relate to yourself and others in a different, more fulfilling way.
Does this sound like you?
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling caught in patterns that are painful and hard to change. You may recognize yourself in some of the following experiences:
You often feel like you’re “too much” in some moments and not enough in others
From the outside you seem to have it together, but inside you feel stuck, unseen, or alone
You carry a steady undercurrent of anxiety, sadness, or emptiness
You notice the same kinds of patterns playing out in relationships, even when you try to do things differently
It’s hard to know what you need, say how you feel, or ask for it without guilt
When emotions get intense, you might shut down, pull away, or feel overwhelmed
You’re often hard on yourself, questioning or second-guessing who you are and what you do
You may be in the middle of a transition, or feel a pull toward understanding yourself more deeply and having more fulfilling, steady relationships
Hi, I’m Natalie, LMFT
Welcome. I believe healing is possible, and that therapy can be a space where it begins to unfold. Over time, what once felt fixed can soften, creating space for new understanding, a sense of relief, and more ease and choice in how you relate to yourself and others.
I’m deeply committed to this work and to supporting you in the changes you’re seeking, offering a collaborative, relational space where your experiences are truly heard, understood, and valued.
My Approach
My work is grounded in a psychodynamic and relational approach to therapy.
Rather than focusing only on symptoms or quick strategies, we pay attention to the deeper patterns shaping your inner world and relationships. This includes how past experiences, often outside of awareness, continue to influence how you feel, relate, and make sense of yourself.
Our work also attends to what unfolds between us in the therapy relationship. These moments can offer meaningful insight into longstanding relational patterns, and create the possibility for something new to emerge.
Over time, this process can lead to a greater sense of clarity, emotional freedom, and the ability to engage in relationships in ways that feel more authentic and fulfilling.
Areas of Focus
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Self-Esteem & Self-Worth
- Struggles with self-worth, self-doubt, or a harsh inner critic
- Difficulty trusting your instincts or feeling grounded in who you are
- A desire to feel more secure, cohesive, and at home within yourself -
Early Relationships & Developmental Trauma
- The lasting impact of early relationships and formative experiences
- Unresolved pain, shame, or unmet emotional needs
- Exploring how the past continues to shape present-day feelings, expectations, and ways of relating -
Anxiety & Emotional Overwhelm
- A persistent sense of worry, unease, or inner tension
- Feeling mentally or emotionally “on edge,” or stuck in cycles of overthinking
- Difficulty settling, slowing down, or accessing a sense of safety -
Relational Patterns
- Recurrent dynamics in romantic or interpersonal relationships
- Struggles with intimacy, vulnerability, conflict, or disconnection
- Curiosity about how relational patterns emerge and unfold, both in your life and in the therapy relationship -
Depression
- Feelings of emptiness, heaviness, or loss of meaning
- Withdrawal, low energy, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or others
- Thoughts of not wanting to be here, or difficulty finding ways to cope with emotional pain -
Life Transitions & Identity Shifts
- Navigating periods of change such as moves, loss, relationship shifts, college or career transitions
- Moments that bring questions of identity, direction, and belonging
- Working toward a greater sense of continuity and grounding through change
“We are most fully alive when we are in relationship with others and with ourselves.”