Shame Less, Love More
At Rouse, we help you improve relationships with yourself and others through:
Psychotherapy
Redefine yourself.
Work with us in our office or in your home.
Visit us in our beautiful offices in the historic Castro district of San Francisco, or through our secure video conferencing.
In person, or online
Couples therapy
Relationships include love and brightness, but they also have their moments of struggle. At Rouse, we help partners slow down, understand themselves and each other, use some good old coping skills to stay calm during fights.
Our clinicians are trained in couples therapy modalities ranging from Gottman to Developmental Model to utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Staff Therapists are also under the training and supervision of the licensed clinical director. Our staff regularly attends trainings to stay up-to-date on the latest methods of relationship therapy.
Common reasons to start relationship therapy:
Communication issues
Sexual concerns
Life transitions
Boundary violations or betrayal
Infidelity
Premarital therapy
Preparing for a family
Remodeling their home (no really, a lot gets stirred up under stress)
Couples Therapy Instensives
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We all have our fair share of obstacles when it comes to sex and relationships, but sometimes that can lead to anxiety, trauma and other issues. The good news is therapy can help. With the support of a trained professional, you can learn new coping skills and tackle tough conversations related to body image, infidelity, fertility, and gender exploration - just to name a few.
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Women’s Sexuality
Deconstruct Masculinity
Unrealistic expectations without the grace to learn and make mistakes have left men in an impossible position, leading to lasting harm to themselves and those around them.
Through individual or group therapy, identify the parts of masculinity that you want to keep and the other parts you need distance from.
Other areas of focus:
Gender Exploration
At our services, we pride ourselves on being trans-friendly and affirming. We understand that gender can be a complex and personal journey, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Our team includes multiple trans and non-binary providers who know firsthand the challenges and joys of exploring gender identity. Whether you are just starting to question your gender or are well into your transition, you are welcome here. We strive to create a space that is safe, open, and non-judgmental, where you can feel confident in exploring your identity. So come as you are, we're ready to meet you right where you are in your journey.
Queer Men in the Margins
In addition to comprehensive sexual wellness care for our clients, we are offering specific services for queer men in the margins. Who would fit this?
Multiracial or First-Gen queer men
Queer men in mixed-identity relationships
Queer men in mono/poly relationships
Men who are questioning
Transmasculine or masculine of center
Fertility Support
Anxiety, shame, and doubt can become overwhelming no matter where you are in your fertility journey. Our providers can offer coping skills to navigate your anxiety and values-based treatment to help support you in your process.
Starting June 2023, our new acupuncturist will offer fertility support through acupuncture sessions.
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Reach out to schedule an intake call to see if we’re a good fit for what you need.