Highly Recommended Trauma & PTSD Therapist in San Francisco

Many men don't think of their experiences as "trauma"—they reserve that word for extreme situations. But trauma can include growing up with critical parents, family dysfunction, problems with peers in school, or any experience that left you feeling unsafe or unsupported. If you find yourself stuck in patterns of self-criticism, relationship difficulties, anxiety, or feeling disconnected from your emotions, these could be signs that past experiences are still affecting you today.

I work with men dealing with childhood emotional neglect, family dysfunction, critical or abusive parenting, sexual trauma, and the unique challenges faced by gay and bisexual men growing up in unsupportive environments. My clients often come to me with symptoms like persistent anxiety, depression, relationship problems, difficulty trusting others, perfectionism, and feeling like they’re never "good enough." I also help men who struggle with emotional numbness or difficulty accessing their feelings.

I use an integrated approach that addresses trauma on multiple levels—negative thinking, emotions, body sensations, relationships, and deeper meaning-making. Drawing from EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and other proven methods, I tailor my approach to what works best for you. Rather than just talking about trauma, we work to help your nervous system actually process and release what's been stuck, so you can feel more grounded and present in your life.

Trauma therapy helps you understand and change the automatic patterns that formed during difficult early experiences—what I call your "outdated operating system." Instead of continuing to react from old wounds, you'll learn to respond from a place of choice–to upgrade the outdated operating system.

Many men find that trauma therapy reduces anxiety, improves their relationships, helps them feel less critical of themselves, and gives them access to emotions they've been cut off from. The goal isn't just to feel better, but to actually live differently: with more confidence, connection, and freedom from the past.

We'll start by identifying the specific ways your early experiences created patterns that are now getting in your way. From there, we'll use a combination of talking, body-based techniques, and targeted interventions to help your nervous system actually process and release what's been stuck. 

Some sessions focus on understanding your patterns, others on feeling and moving through emotions, and still others on practicing new ways of being. Through the entire process, I'm actively engaged—this isn't me passively listening while you "explore." Most men start to notice subtle shifts within the first few sessions, and we'll adjust our approach based on what's working best for you.

If you're a man who values working with a seasoned clinician who understands male psychology from the inside out, we might be a good match. Many of my clients are professionals who appreciate my blend of scientific knowledge and intuitive understanding, along with my extensive clinical experience and my commitment to my own ongoing learning and growth. 

I offer free consultations to help us both determine if we’re the right team—schedule yours here.

Simply reach out through my contact form to schedule a free consultation. We'll talk about what's bringing you to therapy, and I'll share how I might be able to help. This is also an opportunity for you to ask questions about the process and my approach. If it feels like a good fit, we'll schedule your first full session.