Cristina Carter
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
San Francisco, CA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
I am a local SF therapist who supports issues related to ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, and self-esteem.
Times are rough, tell me about it. I am a bi-racial San Francisco native, appreciative of the multicultural spirit of the city. I attended college in Los Angeles, graduate school in Portland, Oregon, and then I moved to New Zealand and worked as a therapist before returning to San Francisco. I provide services on the foundation that people are able to feel a sense of control, confidence, and peace when facing adversity.
I use an integrative approach, which means that I incorporate several different models of therapy based on the presenting problem and your individual needs. The therapies I draw from include: cognitive therapies, narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and structural/strategic therapy.
I work collaboratively, so invite consistent feedback and honest reflections in order for the service to be effective for you.
License
License(s)
Professional associations
Education
Lewis and Clark College
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$ - $185Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Venmo
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- Oppositional/Defiant Behavior
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Self-Esteem
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- Biracial
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media