Marissa Cotter Somatic Psychotherapy

The Marina Counseling Center is a great resource for anyone in San Francisco who is looking for engaging and thoughtful therapy. I am currently providing supervision for two pre-licensed therapists at the center. I am impressed with the depth and passion they bring to their work.

I've been seeing Emily (Blackman) for several months now, and couldn't be anymore pleased with what Marina counseling center has done for me! Since day one I was knowingly sure of myself that I needed help in finding myself and regaining that personal growth with self love and independence. Emily has not only broaden my perspective on myself but also has keyed into many areas that I never thought was really effecting my life. She's incredibly professional, kind, and very compassionate in her work that I would recommend her or many of the other counselors there. I never in my life

I can't say enough about MCC, it has been a life saver for me and Stephanie Hanger is the reason. I've seen several therapists throughout my life and none have come close to truly understanding me nor helping me work through issues more than Stephanie. I didn't believe it was possible to actually work through past trauma, my experience in talking to therapists has been essentially just getting things off my chest without much insight.

Stephanie ensured my comfort with her and let me decide if I felt the need to switch therapists, as that was an initial concern of mine. Luckily

If you're an intern looking for a solid, clinically deep, personally transformative, and professional place to prepare you for a private practice and want the support of a community atmosphere, then the Marina Counseling Center is the place for you. I was an intern there from 1998 to 2001, and I know that my time there really facilitated my development as a therapist. I can highly recommend this internship for you.

If you are looking for affordable, compssionate, eclectic -- depending on your needs - and insightful therapy, then the Marina Counseling Center is what you're looking for

Scott Silverstein is the most amazing therapist I've ever worked with (and I've been to quite a few!) His empathy, insight and professionalism are unparalleled. I particularly recommend him if you're interested in couple's counseling. He is as good as it gets, if not better. I am constantly in awe of his ability to draw out feelings and themes in a non accusatory, sensitive manner. He's helped me and my boyfriend through so many tough times. Every time we leave the office, we comment on how lucky we are to have found him!

The Marina Counseling is one of the best, oldest, and most treasured low-cost therapy clinics in San Francisco. I did my internship there and loved it. Great training, great support, and a powerful sense of community. Thanks to the Marina I was able to seamlessly transition into my own private practice once I was licensed. Many years later, several of my clients from the Marina continue to work with me for long term psychotherapy.

I had the privilege of serving as an intern at the Marina Counseling Center between 2011-2014. I was drawn to work there as they have one of the best training programs in the bay area for MFT, PsyD, Ph.D therapist interns. Aside from providing weekly supervision they also provide weekly trainings on contemporary therapeutic modalities and financially sponsor interns to obtain outside training. The Marina is extremely selective in choosing their interns and has a lengthy individual and group interview process. I am still connected to the community of interns and staff persons and will continue

I have known The Marina counseling center for over twelve years through doing an internship there and more recently through supervising a few of their interns. They offer a great training programm and they are very selective about the interns they are willing to hire. I highly recommend the center as a place where one can have the opportunity to recieve high quality in depth psychotherapy experience for a very affordable price.

I'm a fan of going to therapy to check-in and see whats goin on during big life changes. I was undergoing a ton of changes in July (moving to SF, change of jobs, friends, etc...). I called MCC due to their sliding scale and was matched with a therapist and I came in for my first session thinking "ok maybe 6-8 sessions and I'll feel okay". Well I connected really well with my therapist, they're my favorite therapist to date (i've had 4 previously through my teenage-college years).

It's always important to realize: therapy is healthy, it doesn't have to be

I did not have a good experience with Abby PerLee for couples counseling. I felt that she did not hold my ex-partner accountable for his actions/choices in our relationship. I noticed that Abby has issues with women. Everything I did was scrutinized but my ex got away with so much. Much of my ex's behavior towards me was abusive, but Abby did not recognize this. The counselor we saw after Abby immediately recognized this abusive behavior.

To be fair, the counselor that we saw after Abby made stated that he had some very deep psychological issues, was a compulsive liar, and an expert

I went to the MCC a few years back during a difficult time. I was unemployed, drinking a lot of cheap crappy beer, and had a hard time dealing with the insufferable fools in my life. I was, in short, mildly depressed.

I called MCC and was matched up with a counselor. Now, keep in mind, these people aren't professionals. They are students trying to accumulate hours in order to qualify for their therapist license.

At the time i was unemployed so the sliding scale fee was $35. Not too bad and it was low enough that I never considered the cost a drawback.

I was really lucky in who they

I found the Marina Counseling Center on Yelp. I've never gone to therapy before. I've always tried to write down my thoughts and is pretty insightful, but I realize I can't help myself.

They matched me with Lily, and I've been with her for almost a year now. She's great and the location is very laid-back. There's no receptionist staring at you.

I love their sliding scale price since I'm unemployed.

When I initially went to the Marina, they matched me with a therapist who was so perfect for me. Unfortunately, she had to leave to continue her training someplace else. The therapist she selected for me did not work out, but I still really appreciate the experience I had there. My husband was also able to find a therapist he really likes there. I have recommended it to other friends as well.

I think calling in and getting set up with someone they pick for you works really well somehow. They ask insightful questions about your problem, and find someone who has those areas of experience. This

If I could give Marina Counseling Center 6 stars, I would. Plainly said, MCC and my therapist saved my life. I was in desperate need of help, received it and more.

I feel as if their care is realistic and holistic. There is also something about where the offices are located. The area: it was just great to be able to drive to the other side of town, literally, to escape and vent. It was also convenient and helpful to walk around the area or drive to the marina or beach to release after an intense session. The offices: it seems that the building was once an apartment building and it automatically

The Marina Counseling Center is a non profit organization that's operated by newly graduated psychology students filling their necessary time quotient in the field. I was skeptical at first about the quality considering they're all pretty green. However, I really liked the woman I spoke with and felt that even on my first visit she had helpful advise to give.

One of the great things about this place is that they charge on a sliding scale. Their prices are based on your annual salary and it ends up being a lot less expensive than if had you gone somewhere else. I complained for years

I had given therapy a bad wrap from my experience in the teenage angst years.

The self proclaimed meditating self-help book junky that I was for many years has recentlyI found the perfect therapist and I realized the importance of therapy.

First of all they did great intake over the phone to match me with a recent graduate. The match was perfect, I love my therapist.

Think out loud. Notice emotions.
Get to the root of issues. Move past them.
Apply it to life.

Ahhh it feels good.

And the price can't be beat for the quality in my opinion.

Everybody has issues.

Everybody.

Normal. Well adjusted.

You couldn't come up with a clear definition for both of those words if you tried. Because they don't really exist.

Everybody stresses.

Everybody doubts themselves at one point.

But moreso, everybody needs to talk.

Needs someone to talk to.

Needs someone to listen.

Needs someone to care.

You'd think those three necessities would be easy to find, huh?

That's what friends are for?

Uh.....not quite . Read People Skills by Robert Bolton. Even the closest of friends, probably only listen to a percentage of what

Sometimes having a crazy (ex)boyfriend ditch you in an equally insane way, leads to you feeling like you might well be crazy too. Those sort of situations sometimes necessitate perspective outside of my mom telling me that we were meant to be so things will work out and my friends spewing hate. The interns at the MCC are great for this. They work on a sliding scale, there is no pressure to keep attending sessions once you feel cured, and they make a point of hooking you up with a therapist who has experience with your particular issues (not that I have issues...).