Therapy + COunseling In San Francisco + Benicia

INDIVIDUAL Therapy

Therapy is a warm, inviting, and non-judgmental space where you are encouraged to reflect on and understand yourself, bring awareness to your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and work through any challenges that are holding you back so that you can be free to be your most vibrant self.

  • Disordered eating

  • Trauma + post-traumatic stress (PTSD)

  • Chronic health conditions

  • Racial identity

  • Sexual + gender Identity

  • Teen issues

  • Women’s issues

  • Grief + loss

  • Pregnancy + postpartum health

  • Anger management

  • Spirituality

Therapeutic
specializations

  • Life transitions

  • Young adulthood + “quarter-life crises”

  • Generalized + social anxiety

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Stress management

  • Mood disorders (depression/bipolar)

  • Self-esteem + body image

  • Co-Dependency

  • Relationship conflict

  • Dating + break-ups

  • Communication skills + boundary setting

BARIATRIC EVALUATIONS

Bariatric Surgery Evaluations & Post-Operative Coaching

If you’re considering weight loss surgery, your surgeon or insurance provider will likely require a psychological evaluation before the procedure. Several clinicians at The Connective specialize in pre-operative assessment and have extensive expertise in the psychological aspects of bariatric care. They are well-versed in various surgical procedures, pre-operative requirements, and the post-operative adjustments needed to support long-term success.

While bariatric surgery can be an effective tool in treating obesity, it doesn’t address the emotional and psychological factors that often accompany it. Post-operative coaching can be vital to the journey, especially for those facing social, emotional, behavioral, or lifestyle challenges after surgery.

Follow-up sessions often focus on:

  • Exploring your relationship with food

  • Developing sustainable, healthy habits

  • Building personalized strategies for lasting lifestyle change

Lasting results go beyond surgery; tending to your mental and emotional health is key to meaningful, sustainable progress.