San Francisco Therapists

Good Therapy SF is a team of therapists made up of psychologists and other mental health professionals working with people in the Bay Area and beyond, dealing mostly with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. While we are based in the San Francisco Bay Area, we are all licensed in California and other states. So we're able to help most people in California and a few other states as well.

The Good Therapy SF Approach

CBT: We use a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach. It is a strong evidence-based technique for helping people dealing with these types of symptoms.

Mindfulness: We also use mindfulness and their more holistic approaches as well, including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).

Holistic care: We encourage clients to look at all aspects of their life, diet, exercise and relationships as well.

Types of Issues Treated

Anxiety Therapy

At Good Therapy SF, we specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety, especially the unique stresses of the San Francisco Bay Area, such as high-pressure work environments and increasing living costs. Common symptoms of anxiety include persistent worry, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and physical tension.

We treat various forms of anxiety, including social anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and health anxiety. Each type is addressed with personalized care.

Our approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and stress management techniques. These methods are highly effective in reducing anxiety symptoms and improving overall well-being. We focus on tailored therapy plans to meet the specific needs of each client.

Panic Disorder

Panic Disorder

We use evidence-based CBT and Mindfulness techniques to help you regain control of your mind and body.

Burnout

Burnout

Feeling overworked and exhausted? Our techniques will help you recognize, reverse and build resilience to burnout.

Obsessive Thinking & OCD Therapy

Obsessive Thinking & OCD Therapy

We use leading CBT tecniques to reduce emotional impact and destructive thought patterns of worry and rumination.

Depression Therapy

Depression Therapy

Being depressed can make you feel helpless. Our therapists offer helpful techniques to improve your mental health and give you hope.

50-Min
Individual
Therapy

$250

Per Session
  • 50-Min
  • Individual
  • Therapy

50-Min
Couples
Therapy

$300

Per Session
  • 50-Min
  • Couples
  • Therapy

Sliding Scale
Individual /
Couples

$50 - $75

Per Session
  • Sliding Scale
  • Individual / Couples
  • Therapy

We are out-of-network providers for most insurance companies.
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Cancellation Policy: We have a 48 business hour cancellation policy. No shows or late cancellations will be charged the full session fee.

The first session will focus on information gathering and development of a treatment plan. This allows clients to feel comfortable and understand how they will receive help.

The frequency of sessions can vary, but in the beginning it is helpful to meet weekly or every other week. We do have long term clients that are seen on a monthly or as needed basis. Short term work is considered to be between 8 and 12 sessions.

We accept Lyra Health insurance and Modern Health insurance. For other insurance plans we are out of network providers. Please reach out and we will be able to provide you with the cost per session based on your insurance plan.

San Francisco Office

870 MARKET STREET, SUITE 617

Testimonials

I have been seeing Dr. Tom for around 5 years now. I have had many therapists in the past that didn't work for me, we just didn't click. Dr. Tom is approachable and authentic. When we first met, I had a ton of questions about his practice and he made me feel confident and comfortable talking to him. He is easy to talk to and explains his thinking and cares more about how treatment is working for you. In practice, we do a lot of DBT work, but he modifies or tries other approaches if that isn't working. His practice is holistic and he genuinely cares about his patients.

Julia D.

Dr. Tom McDonagh is a wonderful doctor who I have been seeing for a few months now. I’ve seen a few doctors in the past but can say that Dr McDonagh was able to truly help me with the issues that I was struggling with. He really takes the time to talk about what is on your mind/understand what you are currently struggling with and he helps breakdown the “why” behind it. His treatment techniques are great and have helped me make an improvement. He takes the time to explain different techniques and how it works and what studies have shown to be the results. If something doesn’t seem to be working, then another approach is taken until an improvement is made. He works around what works for YOU. He is also VERY easy to talk to and is approachable which have made the sessions super helpful and beneficial no matter how hard the topic at hand may be. Whether you need a “mental check up,” or are currently struggling with an issue and not sure what to do or how to deal, he is a great Doctor to work with to help you back on a healthy direction.

Diana C.

Good Therapy SF is a wonderful therapy practice in San Francisco. I have referred a number of individuals to Dr. Tom McDonagh and Good Therapy SF and have only heard positive feedback on the care received. If considering a therapist in the Financial District, Good Therapy SF definitely lives up to their name.

Dr. Ross Nelson

I am writing this professional review in support of Dr. Tom McDonagh and the team at Good Therapy SF. We have collaborated in the past and continue to work together with shared patients. I find that the team at Good Therapy SF are highly professional, use empirically validated treatments, and provide wonderful support for their patients. It's a pleasure to working with them professionally, and I've heard patients say the same as well.

Dr. Anisha Patel-Dunn

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