Alexander Shen

Starting therapy can be both exciting, and anxiety provoking. Whether you want to focus on specific discrete concerns, or wish to explore broader, longer standing challenges, therapy can be useful in understanding how aspects of one‘s temperament and relational tendencies can interfere with living life authentically, and with reaching one’s full potential. By addressing issues in real-time, while also considering the impact of situational factors and past experiences, therapy can help to identify areas of one’s life to examine and possibly change. Importantly, therapy often promotes resiliency, self-awareness and personal growth. I’ve worked with clients from diverse backgrounds and across the lifespan (toddlers through adulthood). My work has included brief goal oriented treatment and longer term psychotherapy. I am especially experienced in supporting clients dealing with life transitions/stressors, identity exploration, relationship issues, and the processing of trauma and grief. My style is collaborative and relational. I strive to provide a safe therapy space, and my approach is warm, yet direct. My office is located in Downtown SF. I work with individuals (pre-teens, teens and adults), couples and families. I offer a free phone consultation to discuss your situation, and to determine if I am a good fit for your needs.