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LINDSEY THOMSON-LEVIN, MA, AMFT

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The most important part of therapy is the relationship

Research consistently shows that across all different styles of therapy, what matters most is the genuine human relationship between the client and their therapist. So I invite you to get to know me. I think you’ll find me warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. I work with openness, curiosity, collaboration, and humor. There is healing power in a good laugh!

When we work together in therapy, I’m not trying to fix you or figure you out. We’re partners, with a shared goal of helping you feel less burdened, more resilient, and more at peace within yourself. You are the expert on yourself and your life, and my role is to offer safety, perspective, and expertise as we explore. You could say that I’m accompanying you on a journey — sometimes a step ahead with guidance, sometimes a step behind with encouragement, often side-by-side as a companion and witness.

If you’re wondering whether an authentic, caring, and comfortable relationship is possible over telehealth, please allow me to assure you it is. I prioritize creating a calm and approachable environment in our therapy sessions, where the screen seems to just melt away. Far from “virtual,” therapy online is completely real and effective. And it’s not “remote” either — the closeness and connection run deep. If you are cautious but curious about therapy via telehealth, I’d be happy to share more information with you.

Finally, in my practice I welcome and affirm all people, bodies, identities, and abilities. I take seriously my responsibility for cultural competence and I am committed to a stance of cultural humility. I am a keen observer and critic of the systems of power that we live in, and I am rigorous in the questioning and unlearning of my biases.

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One of my highest values is to help people feel less alone. I believe we are all seeking a sense of belonging — to be deeply known to ourselves and others. I welcome all parts of you, and I hope you will feel seen and valued in our work together.

Education & Credentials

  • MA in Counseling Psychology, Santa Clara University

    BA in Sociology, The University of Chicago

  • Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #134325

    Supervised and employed by Alison Swisher, LMFT #52699

    Member, California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (CAMFT)

    Member, San Francisco Area Chapter of CAMFT (SFCAMFT)

  • MFT stands for Marriage and Family Therapist. The name can be confusing, as MFTs do much more than work with marriages and families. It dates back to the 1960’s and the early stages of the profession; although the field has evolved significantly since then, the title is a bit of a relic from that time.

    The state of California licenses and regulates MFTs. MFTs are qualified to diagnose and work with individuals, families, couples, groups, and people of all ages on a wide variety of clinical issues and mental health conditions. We share the same license, but therapists vary widely in their therapeutic lenses, approaches, and techniques.

    Other professionals provide high-quality therapy as well, including psychologists (PhDs), Social Workers (LCSWs), and Professional Clinical Counselors (LPCCs).

    • Psychodynamic

    • Somatic

    • Existential

    • Mindfulness

    • Systems/Liberation

    • Trauma-Informed

  • “Lindsey created a safe space for me. She taught me how to hear my inner voice and follow it. With Lindsey’s help, I discovered parts of myself that were left behind and reintegrated them. I am now more whole.”

    — C.

  • “I used to feel like I was drowning, before we started meeting. Now I don’t even think about that. I feel hopeful.”

    — E.

  • "Lindsey is lovely, empathetic, real, intelligent, interested, and wonderful!"

    — K.

  • “Lindsey is a super compassionate listener and gives me feedback so I can understand myself better. She hears me, and now I can ask for what I need with the people in my life.”

    — L.

You don’t have to keep walking this path alone

I welcome an initial conversation to see if we are a good fit.

Please reach out to schedule a 30-minute consultation at no cost.

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