Psychotherapy for Adults & Teens in San Francisco
Compassionate, relational therapy supporting individuals through life and relationship challenges
Natalie Yates, LMFT (she/her)
Welcome to my practice. I’m a licensed psychotherapist based in San Francisco, CA. I love the work I do and feel deeply honored to walk alongside people as they navigate life’s challenges, deepen their self-understanding, build a stronger sense of self, and cultivate more meaningful and fulfilling relationships.
My approach is psychodynamic, person-centered, attachment-based, relational, and grounded in trauma-informed care. I work collaboratively and with care, helping you understand patterns, strengthen your sense of self, and move toward lasting change.
Many people come to me because they feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, in transition, or unsure why certain patterns keep repeating or why life and relationships feel so hard and unsatisfying.
Services
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One on one sessions for adults are tailored to meet your unique needs. I take time to get to know you, your life, and what brings you to therapy. Together we explore patterns and how they affect your emotions, relationships, and sense of self, build a healthier relationship with yourself, and create space to heal what is no longer serving you.
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I offer therapy for teens navigating anxiety, depression & self-harming behaviors, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and big transitions. Therapy provides a supportive space to explore emotions, build resilience, and develop healthier ways of coping. Together, we focus on strengthening confidence and preparing teens for launching and adulthood.
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I provide parent support alongside work with teens. Parenting can bring up old wounds, self-doubt, and unexpected emotions. Parent support offers a space to reflect on your experiences, better understand your child, and respond with greater intention rather than reactivity. Together, we focus on strengthening your confidence as a parent, deepening emotional awareness, and developing tools that support both you and your family.
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I offer consultation for therapists who want a thoughtful, supportive space to deepen their clinical work. Consultation may focus on case conceptualization, relational dynamics, transference & countertransference, burnout, navigating the emotional complexity of being a therapist or running a business. My style is collaborative and reflective, offering curiosity, clarity, and gentle challenge.
Where We Meet
I offer in-person sessions at my Hayes Valley office in San Francisco, virtual sessions throughout California, and hybrid options that combine both.
Connect
I offer a free 20-minute consultation to help determine whether we’re the right fit. If not, I’m happy to provide referrals and help point you toward support. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Business Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9am–6pm; Fridays, 10am–3pm