Psychotherapy for Adults & Teens in San Francisco
Therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and low self-esteem. Helping people understand recurring patterns, feel more secure in themselves, and build more satisfying relationships.
Natalie Yates, LMFT (she/her)
Welcome. I’m a licensed psychotherapist in San Francisco. I am honored to walk alongside people as they navigate life’s challenges, deepen self-understanding, strengthen their sense of self, and build relationships that feel more connected and fulfilling.
My work is psychodynamic, attachment-based, and trauma-informed. In our sessions, we notice recurring patterns, explore emotions and behaviors, and create space for lasting change. Therapy is a place to slow down, reflect, and feel how your mind, emotions, and relationships operate.
Many people come to therapy feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck—pushing through responsibilities, keeping busy, or moving through life while something inside feels unsettled. Relationships and daily life can feel overwhelming. You might notice patterns repeating, replay conversations in your mind, worry about saying the wrong thing, or adjust yourself to keep the peace. Beneath the surface, there is often a rich inner world of thoughts, longings, and feelings that has not yet had enough space or safety to be fully known. Therapy offers a place to explore this inner world, connect with yourself more deeply, and cultivate self-compassion, clarity, and a greater sense of choice.
I work with adults and teens, both in-person in Hayes Valley and virtually. You are welcome to reach out and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
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 therapy services at my Hayes Valley office in San Francisco, virtual services 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