About our Therapists
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Kaitlin Dougherty, MA, AMFT
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist # 134801 Supervised and mentored by Karen Wolfe LMFT #53878 
I provide trauma informed, depth-oriented, psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults in Oakland and San Francisco. I work in a holistic manner, meaning that I not only tend to the mental aspects of self, but also the emotional, physical, spiritual, and cultural aspects as well. I aim to help my clients heal their relationships between these different parts of themselves, so that they can feel safe and at home internally, which hopefully leads to feeling that way more externally too. As an east coast native, my approach is direct, while also warm and kind, and a lot like picking up a rock to see what’s underneath. In other words, I work with my clients to bring to light the parts of themselves that have been hidden, so that they can experience their wholeness. I hold safety as a core value and also recognize it as a requirement in healing, therefore I aim to create clear, nurturing boundaries in our therapeutic relationship.
I love working with symbolism, which is why I love play therapy. For both children and adults, I use play and expressive arts as a language for the nonverbal parts of oneself to also be expressed and known. I also draw from an array of interventions including DBT, yoga nidra, somatic experiencing, and North American Indigenous psychology approaches. I am a member of an anti-racist therapist organization, working to dismantle racism in the mental health system. As a therapist, I see myself as a protector of safe spaces and a steward of psychological health, and therefore obligated to work towards the creation of a society that is safe for all. I welcome people from all walks of life. I love working with children and supporting parents and families, teenagers, and of course, adults too. If interested, please reach out to schedule a consultation call, where we can discuss what you're looking for and whether or not I can provide it. In any case, take care, and best wishes. Email: kaitlindoughertytherapy@gmail.com Office Location: Oakland |
Jennifer Cornell, MA, APCC & AMFT
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Katherine Behm, MA, AMFT
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #128241 Supervised and Mentored by Karen Wolfe #53878 
Hi, you can call me Katie! I am an associate marriage and family therapist offering remote and in-person therapy in San Francisco for children, adults, couples, and families. I use an integrative model of therapy which draws from body-oriented, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioral techniques. The foundation of my work with clients is built on the relationship we have with one another. I meet my clients exactly where they are, and together, we co-create an environment where every part of them can safely emerge and be held with gentle curiosity.
My background working with children and families in a number of settings has informed my approach as someone who is both imaginative and practical. I understand the frustrations that can come, for example, with wanting to get out the door in the morning and being held up because your child has a sensory reaction to a new pair of shoes. I have also seen the profound shifts that can happen when we use our imaginations to find creative solutions to these kinds of practical hiccups. I strongly believe that every child is deeply good and, as such, has perfectly good reasoning behind their behaviors - even when those behaviors don’t always lead to their intended results or cause collateral damage. My goal is to help uncover that reasoning to get to the core of what your child is seeking and find ways to get them there safely. We do this through play, art, movement, and collaborative conversation. If you would like to learn more about how I work and explore if I would be a good fit for you or your family, please reach out to schedule a consultation call. Phone: (415) 890-3933 Email: Kbehm.therapy@gmail.com Office Location: San Francisco |
Suzy Young, MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #131869 
My name is Suzy and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been providing therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in the Bay Area over the past six years. I am passionate about helping children and their caretakers find new ways to communicate with one another in order to strengthen their relationship and better understand one another. I believe that at the end of the day, children want to be heard, seen, and validated by the adults in their life. My hope is to provide tools for caretakers to better understand their children’s wants and needs and to create space for children to express these needs in a safe and nurturing way.
My therapeutic approach is warm, relational, strengths-based, and collaborative. I draw from several different modalities depending on what my clients need in the moment. I offer a holistic approach to therapy and like to incorporate mindfulness and emphasize the mind-body connection. When working with children or adolescents, I use both directive and non-directive play therapy. I also incorporate narrative therapy, expressive arts therapy, and talk therapy. When working with any client, I meet them where they are at and let that serve as a guide for which interventions or modalities to use. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who struggle with emotional regulation, trauma, anxiety, grief, learning difficulties, and life transitions. If my approach aligns with you and your needs, please reach out to me. I look forward to hearing from you! Phone: (415) 498-0714 Email: therapywithsuzy@gmail.com Office location: San Francisco |
Karen Wolfe, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Founder and CEO of SF Bay Play Therapy
and Nandi, the therapy dog
Founder and CEO of SF Bay Play Therapy
and Nandi, the therapy dog
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (California License # 53878) specializing in supporting families with children who struggle with social and behavioral challenges, anger management, shyness, anxiety, and sensory/learning differences as well as couples and women who want more connection and intimacy. I provide psychotherapy for adults, individual play therapy for children, parenting support, family therapy, social skills groups, and school-based support, including in-class coaching (aka "shadowing") and working closely with your child's teachers.
Whether working with individual adults, parents, or children, my style is warm, inviting, and proactive. I honor both exploration of what arises in the moment and goal-directed troubleshooting, tailoring therapy to what each unique individual needs.
My approach to therapy is strongly integrative. I have extensive training in many varied modalities including Parenting by Connection (Hand in Hand Parenting), Floortime, Applied Behavior Analysis, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Sandtray/World Play, Depth Therapy, Mindfulness, Nonviolent Communication, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Positive Psychology.
Regardless of what approach is called for with a client, I emphasize the importance of developing a caring and supportive relationship in therapy, as I believe true change can only come about through a deep understanding of one another.
I thank you for being on this path to awakening, to seeking the harmony and understanding you truly desire, and
for taking the steps to make that a reality.
This path is not always easy, but it is certainly worth it.
I would be honored to support you along the journey.
Please contact me with any questions or to set up an appointment.
KarenWolfeTherapy@gmail.com
If you are interested in my work with couples please visit www.EmbodiedRelationshipTherapy.com
Whether working with individual adults, parents, or children, my style is warm, inviting, and proactive. I honor both exploration of what arises in the moment and goal-directed troubleshooting, tailoring therapy to what each unique individual needs.
My approach to therapy is strongly integrative. I have extensive training in many varied modalities including Parenting by Connection (Hand in Hand Parenting), Floortime, Applied Behavior Analysis, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Sandtray/World Play, Depth Therapy, Mindfulness, Nonviolent Communication, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Positive Psychology.
Regardless of what approach is called for with a client, I emphasize the importance of developing a caring and supportive relationship in therapy, as I believe true change can only come about through a deep understanding of one another.
I thank you for being on this path to awakening, to seeking the harmony and understanding you truly desire, and
for taking the steps to make that a reality.
This path is not always easy, but it is certainly worth it.
I would be honored to support you along the journey.
Please contact me with any questions or to set up an appointment.
KarenWolfeTherapy@gmail.com
If you are interested in my work with couples please visit www.EmbodiedRelationshipTherapy.com
At SF Bay Play therapy we believe in transparency in therapy and so we offer you our resume's below with information about our education, experience, and background. We are happy to answer any questions you might have. Modeling open communication is an important part of who we are and how we practice therapy.
Suzy Young, LMFT |
Kaitlin Dougherty, AMFT |
Karen Wolfe, LMFT |
Sabina Anvari, AMFT
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Jennifer Cornell, APCC |
Katherine Behm, AMFT
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