Your Guide to Therapy
Answers & Insights
I do not take insurance for psychotherapy at this time; however, I offer superbills that you may submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Yes, I work with individuals across various professional and creative fields, regardless of whether they are experiencing psychosis or extreme states.
- Academics
I understand the hierarchical nature of academic work and the pressures it brings. - Creatives and Artists
Together, we explore the connection between creativity and mental health, including the dialectic surrounding “madness” and artistic genius. - Managers and Leaders
I help individuals in leadership roles navigate workplace dynamics and understand how systems function. - Entrepreneurs
I support big thinkers who are willing to take risks, helping them manage uncertainty and stress. - Politicians
We explore working with your own shadow, values, and the complexities of decision-making in public life.
I offer tailored support to help you thrive in your personal and professional life.
My therapeutic style is highly interactive. We will engage in active and amusing discussions that explore your values, beliefs, and experiences. To foster self-reflection and insight, I often use Socratic questioning to encourage you to think critically about your situation and identify sources of meaning. This collaborative interaction is essential for uncovering a personal sense of purpose and developing resilience in the face of life’s challenges.
These warning signs may signal early psychosis:
- Hearing, seeing, tasting, or believing things that others don’t
- Suspiciousness or extreme uneasiness with others
- Persistent, unusual thoughts or beliefs
- Strong and inappropriate emotions or no emotions at all
- Withdrawing from family or friends
- A sudden decline in self-care
- Trouble thinking clearly or concentrating
I am here to help you make sense of your experiences, whether they involve hospitalizations, taking time off school, or losing friends. My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing therapeutic environment where you can explore your next steps and transform what might feel like a lonely and confusing time into a journey of healing. I employ a cognitive-based behavioral approach that emphasizes thought categorization and intentional focus. For individuals experiencing fear, paranoia, auditory or visual hallucinations, and obsessive self-conscious thoughts, the goal is to navigate and tolerate these perceptions without compounding them with secondary problems. This approach helps individuals develop the skills to effectively manage their experiences, fostering a greater sense of stability and empowerment in their daily lives.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a skills-based approach that helps you manage life’s ups and downs with more confidence and calm. It’s perfect for times when emotions feel overwhelming, impulsive reactions get in the way, or relationships feel challenging. DBT can be hard to learn on your own, but together, we’ll break it down and apply it to your real-life situations, almost like a “choose-your-own-adventure” for finding what works best. These skills can benefit nearly everyone and create a solid foundation for deeper self-discovery and growth. DBT is especially helpful if you’re also in couples therapy with a different therapist, giving you practical tools to enhance your relationship work. It’s also great for families looking to build more harmony and mutual support.
Cognitive therapy is known as the “gold standard” treatment because it’s proven to be highly effective in reducing emotional distress and improving well-being. Based on the idea that our thoughts, rather than external events, shape our emotional responses, CBT emphasizes that our perception of situations—how we interpret and make sense of them—directly impacts how we feel and act.
I specialize in treating complex mental health conditions, including psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, extreme mood states, and trauma. My approach is deeply personalized, with a focus on evidence-based practices like DBT and CBT, combined with empathy and humor to foster growth.
- Individual Psychotherapy: $300 per 60 minute session
- Couples Psychotherapy: $475 per 90 minute session
- Family Systems Therapy: $525 per 90 minute session
Pricing varies for Workshops, Seminars, Consultations, Public Speaking Engagements, and Resources. Please contact me for more information.
To ensure accessibility, scholarships are available for qualifying patients with varying financial needs. Please reach out to discuss how we can make my services work for you.
Superbills Available upon Request
A superbill is an itemized receipt provided after a therapy session you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement if you have out-of-network benefits. Please check with your insurer to understand your out-of-network benefits and the reimbursement process.
Single Case Agreements
A single case agreement (SCA) is a contract between a therapist and an insurance company that allows you to receive therapy at in-network rates even if the therapist is not a contracted provider with your insurance company. Please contact your insurance provider to discuss their specific requirements.
I accept all major credit cards for payment via the SimplePractice platform, which uses Stripe for secure processing. SimplePractice is a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform that ensures your payment information is protected.
I follow strict confidentiality guidelines to ensure your privacy. All therapy sessions and patient information are protected by HIPAA standards, and your personal details are never shared without your consent, except in rare cases where I’m legally required to do so for safety reasons.
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a federal law that protects your health information and ensures your privacy. In therapy, it means that your session details and personal information are confidential, and I cannot share them without your explicit consent.
Your information is not shared with other professionals unless you give explicit consent or it’s necessary for collaborative care, such as working with your psychiatrist. In these cases, I ensure that your privacy is always maintained, and we work together to support your mental health journey.
If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, I request at least 48-hours advance notice. Cancellations within 48 hours or missed sessions will be charged the full fee. This policy helps ensure that other patients can access the time slot if needed.
Sometimes, you want to drop in and get support about something that feels overwhelming at the moment but will resolve soon. Perhaps you would like a listening ear, a refresher on valuable coping skills, or distress tolerance techniques. Drop-in psychotherapy appointments are available for returning patients after an initial consultation and short-term sessions are complete. This therapy is appropriate for depression, anxiety, and psychosis that is mostly in remission.
Some problems cannot be addressed in under 12 sessions. Struggling with patterns of behavior that seem out of our control are brought to light in therapy. Evaluation of progress determines the length of treatment and the appropriate time for termination. Longer-term (supportive) therapy requires more than 12 sessions.
Short term-therapy is useful for short-term problems. This therapy is based on building skills and has a foreseeable endpoint. You and I work together to identify short-term goals and when the goal is reached, therapy is brought to a natural ending, and a final session is conducted to review your progress and attain closure. Short-term therapy requires approximately 12 sessions or less.
New patients can book a therapy session by clicking Request Consultation. For ongoing/returning patients, I use the SimplePractice booking system where you can schedule appointments directly online. Whether you’re new or returning, my booking process is easy and confidential.
Yes, I am currently taking new patients. I offer in-person and telehealth sessions.
I use DBT skills like mindfulness and emotional regulation to help couples manage emotional overwhelm and reduce fighting. If a couple is struggling, I can work with one partner individually to build skills that support their couples therapy. This personalized approach strengthens the relationship dynamic and assists both partners in improving communication and increasing happiness in their relationship.
I work closely with families to help them manage the complexities of living and or loving someone diagnosed with bipolar, psychosis, and/or borderline personality disorder. I use Structural Family Therapy, which reorganizes family dynamics to create a sustainable and peaceful relational environment, and Strategic Family Therapy, which addresses specific problems with targeted interventions. These interventions may seem paradoxical initially, but they can relieve distress quickly, create more flexibility in how family members interact, and promote healing.
I help adult children navigate the difficulties of independence by building a strong therapeutic bond and exploring the emotional, cognitive, and relational factors that often contribute to these challenges. Together, we explore key areas like self-esteem, identity, and decision-making, empowering them to build confidence and find clarity as they navigate adulthood. By focusing on a recovery-oriented approach, I help them integrate healthier ways of living with mental health distress while fostering resilience and a greater sense of direction.
When it feels like nothing is working, I take a creative approach to uncover what’s been missed. This might involve paradoxical interventions—methods that challenge the usual ways of thinking about the problem. We explore unspoken dynamics within relationships that may be slowing change, along with habits or beliefs contributing to the pain.
I also help patients view their challenges from a new perspective, finding meaning even in the struggle. Using tools like logotherapy, we connect the difficulty to a larger sense of purpose. It’s about building confidence, redefining possibilities, and creating small wins that pave the way to freedom. Together, we work to move past the barriers and rediscover a sense of possibility.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for patients to navigate the diagnostic process and its emotional impact. Together, we explore the complexities of symptoms, recognizing that mental health symptoms often overlap, evolve, and are influenced by underlying causes, which can shape both the diagnosis and treatment approach. My focus is on addressing the root causes of mental distress while considering how these factors interact with a patient’s experiences.
Rather than becoming fixated on a label, we use diagnosis as a tool for deeper understanding and to guide evidence-based treatments. I also incorporate creative and personalized strategies to relieve symptoms, foster resilience, and support remission. This process empowers patients to feel informed, understood, and in control of their mental health journey.
- Severe Mental Illness (SMI): Extensive experience with individuals diagnosed with SMI, including psychosis, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, and borderline personality disorder.
- High-Functioning Mental Health Challenges: Focus on supporting patients navigating complex personality challenges, anxiety, depression, and trauma while maintaining professional and personal responsibilities.
- Crisis Intervention: Specialization in assisting patients in acute distress or transitioning from hospitalization, providing step-down care.
- Family Dynamics: Expertise in working with families, helping them understand and support their loved ones, and managing intergenerational challenges.
- Logotherapy-Inspired Approach: Emphasis on helping patients find meaning in their painful experiences, inspired by Viktor Frankl’s principles.
- Cognitive Flexibility: Encouraging exploration and personal growth through engaging, non-judgmental, and adaptable therapy.
- Unique Strengths Integration: Viewing mental health challenges as tied to unique gifts, helping patients leverage these strengths.
- Therapeutic Enjoyment: Creating sessions that are uplifting, insightful, and transformative, breaking away from rigid, generic methods.
- Shared Language & Expertise: Bringing a deep understanding of acute symptom presentation and treatment strategies, creating a cohesive and informed approach to care with medical professionals.
- Passionate About Meaningful Change: I am deeply committed to finding effective interventions for my patients, and I will persist until we uncover a solution that truly makes a difference in their lives, offering a more personalized and impactful alternative to the high-case-load nature of community mental health systems.
- Medical Partnerships: Collaborating with psychiatrists, primary care doctors, and hospital teams to ensure continuity of care and a shared understanding of acute symptom presentation.
- Step-Down Treatment: Expertise in partnering with medical professionals to help patients safely transition to lower levels of care, ensuring smooth and effective management.
- Professional Referrals: Acting as a trusted resource for therapists and other providers who are managing challenging cases, offering support and collaboration to ensure comprehensive care.
- Professionals and Creatives: Working with individuals in high-pressure roles, including academics, executives, artists, entrepreneurs, and political figures.
- Athletes and Performers: Supporting performers, athletes, and individuals managing public-facing careers while maintaining mental performance.
- Teens and Young Adults: Guiding younger patients through transitions, self-discovery, and relationship challenges.
- Parents and Families: Helping mothers, fathers, and families navigate relational issues, parenting stress, and intergenerational dynamics.
- Crisis and Trauma Recovery: Skills in helping patients process acute or historical trauma and build resilience.
- Leadership and Boundary Setting: Proven ability to manage group dynamics and maintain safety in therapeutic and organizational settings.
- Contextual and Engaging Therapy: Utilizing customized, stigma-free strategies to help patients understand their challenges within a broader framework of life and meaning.
- Empathy and Humor: Believing in the transformative power of laughter and shared humanity as essential elements of therapy.
- Healing Beyond Stigma and the Impact of Racism: Promoting understanding and empowerment, helping patients move beyond societal or internalized stigma.
- Resuscitating Community: Committed to uplifting downtown San Francisco through a positive, energetic culture of healing.
By recognizing and changing your thought patterns, CBT helps you develop a more flexible and adaptive perspective. Unlike more passive forms of therapy, CBT is practical, goal-oriented, and focuses on real-life solutions rather than just discussing problems. It encourages creativity in finding new ways to approach difficulties and teaches you to become your own therapist, equipping you with tools you can use every day. Even if you’re skeptical about therapy, CBT offers a structured, active approach that doesn’t require endless reflection but instead fosters real change and personal growth.
Functional Analytic Therapy (FA) is a dynamic, relationship-centered approach that transforms therapy into a real-time workshop for improving how you connect with others. Instead of traditional, passive talk therapy, FA Therapy uses the here-and-now relationship between us (you and me) to bring out and reshape your work, relationship, and parenting patterns. By exploring and practicing new ways of relating directly in the therapy session, you receive immediate feedback and encouragement, helping you replace unhelpful habits with authentic, effective ways of expressing yourself. It’s like having a safe “lab” to experiment with building the connections you want so you can carry these changes confidently into all your relationships. Functional Analytic Therapy is an engaging, efficient approach for anyone eager to move beyond old patterns and create more authentic, rewarding relationships.
Anahata Neuman
490 Post St. Ste 1554
San Francisco, CA 94102
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