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The Psychotherapist Association for
Gender & Sexual Diversity
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Russ Sharkey

 

Member profile details

First name
Russ
Last name
Sharkey
 

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Background

Welcome
*I have current openings for LGBTQ couples for in-person sessions in San Francisco*

I am deeply committed to working with LGBTQIA+ adults. I work with clients struggling with relationships (including polyamory/consensual non-monogamy), anxiety, self-exploration and substance use. I utilize a trauma-informed approach to therapy as I find that many LGBTQIA+ individuals struggle disproportionately with mental health issues due to cultural and societal challenges in their personal and professional lives. I provide an inclusive space free of judgment where clients can feel supported in exploring and expressing all parts of themselves.

My clinical practice is integrative and draws from various theoretical orientations. I use attachment theory as a base for understanding how we make sense of our own experiences and how we relate to others. I offer EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to address trauma, anxiety and negative thought patterns.

Reflecting on factors that shape my work in the field of psychotherapy, my own internal focus on self-discovery and healing has been highly influential in who I am as a person and as a therapist. I invite you to contact me for a 15-minute consultation to see if we might be a good fit to help you on your path toward self-improvement.
Currently accepting new clients?
Yes
 

Telehealth (for Referral/Org. members only)

Telehealth: primary state
California
 

Do you practice telehealth in additional states? (Please do not select your primary state here.)

Additional state license numbers
Nevada LMFT #5009-R
 

Main Office

Work phone
(415) 935-4357
Office #1: Address
533A Castro St.
Office #1: City
San Francisco
Office #1: State
CA
Office #1: Zip
94114
Office #1: Disability access?
No
 

Demographic info (optional).

Pronouns
  • he/him/his
Gender
  • Male
Sexual orientation
  • Gay
Ethnicity
  • White/Euro American
 

Credentials (required)

Prof. degree
  • MA
Prof. degree concentration
  • Counseling Psych.
  • Marriage/Family Therapy
Year degree obtained
2021
Educational institution
University of San Francisco
License type
  • LMFT
Year originally licensed
2024
 

Background and practice info

Theoretical approaches to my work
  • Client Centered / Person-Centered
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
Clinical techniques
  • EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy)
  • EMDR
  • Relaxation Training
Clinical specializations
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • BDSM / Kink Aware
  • Coming Out
  • Couples / Relationships
  • Polyamory / Non-Monogamy
  • PTSD
  • Sexuality
Types of therapy
  • Couples / Relationship / Marriage Therapy or Counseling
  • Individual Therapy
  • Long-Term Therapy
Languages (used in therapy)
  • English
Client ages
  • Children
  • Teens / Adolescents
  • Adults
Sliding scale
No
Low fee
No
Insurance info
I do not take insurance but can provide a receipt for services to submit for out of network reimbursement if your plan allows that.
Available 24 hrs?
No
 

Group Therapy Information

Group #1: Telehealth state
California
Group #2: Telehealth state
California
Group #3: Telehealth state
California