Practice San Francisco

Practice San Francisco Mental Health & Wellness space for kids, teens and expecting, new & experienced parents

The teenage years are a complex, fascinating time. Kids shift from being open-books to more mysterious members of the fa...
03/18/2026

The teenage years are a complex, fascinating time. Kids shift from being open-books to more mysterious members of the family. The teens years are defined by intense social engagement, emotional waves, and self-discovery.
The challenge is to balance guidance with independence. Practice reflective listening, support emotional regulation, remember that friction is a normal part of the growing process.
For more insights on the teen journey, for both parents and teens, read the full blog on our website! Go to www.practicesanfrancisco.com/blog

Practice SF is excited to announce the official launch of its Perinatal Services, supporting pre-expecting and expecting...
03/17/2026

Practice SF is excited to announce the official launch of its Perinatal Services, supporting pre-expecting and expecting parents in person in San Francisco, and virtually via telehealth.

The journey to become pregnant, through pregnancy and into the first years of parenthood are some of the most significant neurobiological and emotional shifts a person can experience. The team at Practice San Francisco is proud to offer a warm, supportive, and open space for pre-expecting, expecting, and current parents to navigate the road to parenthood with resilience and self-compassion.

Whether you are experiencing the baby blues or more intense feelings of uncertainty, the perinatal team at Practice SF can help you feel more grounded, supported, and connected as you enter your parenting journey.

schedule a consult via our Perinatal Support page https://www.practicesanfrancisco.com/perinatal-support

Welcome back Alana Woolens! We are very excited to welcome Alana Wolens, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CA LCSW 117908...
03/12/2026

Welcome back Alana Woolens!

We are very excited to welcome Alana Wolens, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CA LCSW 117908), back from maternity leave! Alana will be seeing children, teens, and parents vitually, via telehealth - so if you are looking for a dedicated therapist who is available online, we can support you!

✨ Alana provides individual therapy for kids and teens, and support to caregivers using evidence-based interventions like ACT, CBT, DBT, and PCIT. Alana has experience in working with clients around anxiety, mood, emotion regulation, trauma, and more.🧠

👋 Alana will be back with us starting March 19 so now is a great time to get on her schedule! Book a consultation call today via the link in our bio to learn more about Alana and schedule an initial appointment. ☺️
Visit our website to learn more about Practice SF, or email us at hello@practicesanfrancisco.com.📨

It's been hard to keep it a secret! We are excited and honored to announce that Dr. Nina Kaiser, , CEO and Founder of .s...
03/10/2026

It's been hard to keep it a secret!
We are excited and honored to announce that Dr. Nina Kaiser, , CEO and Founder of .sf, has been named to ’s 2026 - a list of the most creative and inspiring female leaders in America.
View the full list at https://www.inc.com/female-founders

Every day is International Women’s Day at Practice San Francisco. As a woman-owned and woman-led practice, our mission e...
03/10/2026

Every day is International Women’s Day at Practice San Francisco.

As a woman-owned and woman-led practice, our mission extends beyond our clinic walls. We aren’t just celebrating women's history; we’re building the future by investing in peer education and elevating fellow woman-led businesses.

When we give voice to women’s achievements, we expand the map of what’s possible for the next generation.

What is Body Image? Body image is not a trait you either have or don’t have, it’s a dynamic experience that shifts acros...
03/05/2026

What is Body Image?
Body image is not a trait you either have or don’t have, it’s a dynamic experience that shifts across contexts and time - and it directly affects how we function in the world.
Research shows that body image is shaped by multiple interacting influences over time, including:
Cultural influences -- interpersonal experiences -- physical characteristics -- personality traits.
Rethinking acceptance of your body can help you live a meaningful life without requiring your body to earn your worth.
Read the blog about Improving Body Image by Jennifer Raju Psy.D 35334 at the link in our linktree or at www.practicesanfrancisco.com/blog

Don't miss it! Join us in one week for our Spring Networking Event - Wednesday, March 11!register today via the qrcode, ...
03/04/2026

Don't miss it! Join us in one week for our Spring Networking Event - Wednesday, March 11!
register today via the qrcode, the link in our linktree or at www.practicesanfrancisco.com/network-and-connect
If you're a school counselor, school learning specialist, mental health provider or medical professional working with kids, teens, and/or parents in the Bay Area, we would love to see you! We're looking forward to hearing about what's top of mind for you.
The event starts at 9 a.m., a light continental breakfast will be served.
See you next Wednesday :)

Live life in full color! Wishing a colorful and bright Holi celebration to all who are celebrating! May all our lives be...
03/03/2026

Live life in full color!
Wishing a colorful and bright Holi celebration to all who are celebrating! May all our lives be filled with joy, happiness, and prosperity. Time to wash away the old and paint our world with a little more love and connection!

Helping 3rd - 5th grade kids who identify as female or non-binary navigate the social shift:As they grow, "belonging" be...
03/03/2026

Helping 3rd - 5th grade kids who identify as female or non-binary navigate the social shift:
As they grow, "belonging" becomes a central part of their confidence and happiness. But navigating friendships and interactions at school can be tricky! It’s not drama, it’s biology.
At Practice SF, we help kids turn stress feelings into a toolkit for resilience.

✅Identify "Friendship Strengths": Ask them what they feel makes them a wonderful person to hang out with.
✅Find Common Threads: Look for small moments of shared interests with peers to build bridges.
✅Practice "Ball Breathing": Use a stress ball to calm the "fight or flight" response.

☀️ Learn about our "Vibe and Thrive" summer program for 3rd-5th grade kids who identify as female or non-binary; a one-week, clinician-led program designed to help kids build empathy, resolve conflict, and find true belonging.

See all dates and locations in our linktree or on our website: https://www.practicesanfrancisco.com/all-programs

Join Our Spring Networking Event! Practice San Francisco invites you to our Spring 'refresh and connect' event on March ...
02/25/2026

Join Our Spring Networking Event!
Practice San Francisco invites you to our Spring 'refresh and connect' event on March 11 at 9 a.m. at the Practice SF office in Cow Hollow!

Are you a school counselor or learning specialist, a mental health provider, or a medical professional working with children, teens, and/or parents in San Francisco? If yes, we would love to see you!

Join us at https://www.practicesanfrancisco.com/network-and-connect

🌷Spring is the perfect time of year to refresh connections, network, and exchange ideas 💡.
See you on March 11!

It's not your kid - it's the design!Does it feel like a tug-of-war every time you ask your teen to put the phone away? I...
02/24/2026

It's not your kid - it's the design!

Does it feel like a tug-of-war every time you ask your teen to put the phone away? It’s helpful to remember that most apps are engineered to hook the adolescent brain through "Dopamine Loops" and FOMO tactics.

Instead of fighting the device, focus on Healthy Tech Balance. Ask yourself: Is screen time "crowding out" essentials like sleep, movement, or face-to-face connection?
Shift from tech-adversary to tech-ally with our latest strategies for middle schoolers.

🔗 Read our blog https://www.practicesanfrancisco.com/blog, download our handy Tech Usage guide, and check out our "Vibe and Thrive" summer intensive series for middle schoolers at www.practicesanfrancisco.com/all-programs

Practice San Francisco is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Silver recipient of the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health...
02/23/2026

Practice San Francisco is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Silver recipient of the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America. The Bell Seal is the nation's leading recognition for employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. A mentally healthy workplace benefits everyone, and we are 1000% committed to a healthier, more supportive workplace.

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