I approach my work with sensitivity and compassion to create a safe environment in which issues can be explored. I have over fifteen years of experience working with adults, couples, adolescents and children.
My approach is to help you to discover the unique person you are, whether you are a professional, an artist, a stay-at-home parent, or a child. Whether your challenge is situational, chronic, or acute, my goal is to help you learn how to create a more meaningful and fulfilled life and enrich your relationships with others. I work deeply and pragmatically, so that you gain both insight and practical knowledge.
I have worked with people on many issues including:
- creating healthy relationships
- traumatic experiences and PTSD
- grief and loss
- life transitions
- parenting issues
- conflict resolution
- anxiety
- infertility
- parenting a child with illness or disability
- impulse control and behavioral change
- self-esteem
- issues related to sexuality (including LGBTQ related issues) or sexual behaviors
Taking the first step is often the most difficult.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or to set up a first appointment. 
415.225.5028 or ssmithstein@gmail.com
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Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes. | Carl Jung
