The Psychotherapist Association for
Gender & Sexual Diversity

Barton Shulman, LPCC, ACS, CCMHC, BC-TMH

415-830-3440
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Many of us reach out when we feel the need for support, or help working through challenging times. Sometimes we face challenges we think are too difficult to manage alone. I believe in taking a strength-based, client-centered approach to psychotherapy, working with you to help you grow toward your best self. The familiar ways you have of dealing with life's complications may not be working; together we can work to identify new positive means of change.

I have trained in an integrative model of psychotherapy, and have experience with person-centered, CBT, narrative, existential/humanist therapies, and other methods. No two clients are alike, and I collaborate with my clients to plan customized therapy that works for each person.

I am a Gender Specialist as defined by Gaylesta, and work as part of a Gender Team of clinicians at UCSF. I regularly assist clients with issues related to gender identity and gender-affirming procedures.

Board-Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Board Approved Clinical Supervisor
Board-Certified TeleMental Health Provider

Licensed in California (LPCC4199), Colorado (LPC16308), Florida (TPMC1504), Indiana (LMHC39003814A), Iowa (LMHC122014), Kansas (LCPC02928), Pennsylvania (LPC014202), Rhode Island (MHC01670), South Carolina (LPC10129), Washington (LMHC61139701), and Wisconsin (LPC8031-125).


Main office:

4200 Market St, Suite 104, San Francisco, CA 94114

Office hours: Generally 8am-6pm M-F

Office directions: Corner of 18th St and Collingwood (one block West of Castro)

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Telehealth

Offers Telehealth in these states:

  • California
  • Colorado
  • Florida
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Pennsylvania
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • Washington
  • Wisconsin

Professional License(s) in additional states:

CO LPC16308; FL TPMC1504; IN LMHC39003814A; IA LMHC122014; KS LCPC02928; PA LPC014202; RI MHC01670; SC LPC10129; WA LMHC61139701; WI LPC8031-125

Background

Professional Degree:

MA (Clinical Counseling, Mental Health)

Professional License:

LPC, LPCC, LMHC (# LPCC 4199 (CA) LPC 16308 (CO); LMHC 39003814A (IN); LMHC122014 (IA); LCPC 02928 (KS); LPC-MH 30686 (SD); LPC 8031-125 (WI)) since 2017


Finances

Insurance plans: United Healthcare

Additional insurance info: "Out-of-Network Provider" - I provide Super-bills for insurance policies that reimburse clients for out-of-network providers.

Sliding Scale: Yes


Therapy Group/Workshop(s) offered:

"Men of a Certain Age"

Description:
Aging comes with a unique set of challenges, and many men feel particular pressure to succeed. It may be a sense of “why haven’t I accomplished what I wanted,” or “why am I not as successful as my friends,” or any of a thousand ways we compare ourselves to others.
If we’re single (and don’t want to be), we may worry that the possibility of a long-term relationship is out of reach. We may feel isolated, lonely, depressed. If we’re in relationship(s), we may be feeling stagnant, or unfulfilled, or simply unheard.
Men over 50 can experience high rates of isolation and an increased need to connect. We welcome male-identified folks looking for a space to connect with others, share experiences, and build connection and community.

For: Men; Mixed (LBG & Heterosexual)

Length: Ongoing

Supervision Consult Group

Description:
Supervising associates (APCCs, AMFTs, ASWs) can be rewarding (and frankly fun). It can also bring new stressors, new challenges, and SO MANY new questions!
Join a group of your peers with varied experience, for consultation, support, and general support in your work as a clinical supervisor. Groups will run for 90 minutes, in-person at our Castro/Mission office (1829 Market St).

For: All genders; Mixed (LGB & Heterosexual)

Length: Ongoing


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Accepting New Clients: Yes

Gender:

  • Male

Clinical Specializations:

  • Addiction / Substance Use
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Couples / Relationships
  • Depression
  • Grief / Loss / Dying
  • Coming Out
  • Bipolar Disorders
  • Career / Vocation
  • Midlife Issues
  • Polyamory / Non-Monogamy
  • Religious - Homosexual Conflict
  • Self Esteem
  • HIV and AIDS
  • Sexuality
  • Spirituality
  • Size Acceptance / Body Image
  • Gender Identity / Trans / GNC
  • Mediation
  • Pre-Marital Counseling
  • Gender Specialist (as defined by Gaylesta)
  • Group Psychotherapy

Specialized Techniques:

  • Guided Imagery
  • Art Therapy
  • Relaxation Training
  • CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
  • ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy)
  • Gottman Couples Therapy

Modalities:

  • Brief (Time-Limited) Therapy
  • Couples / Relationship / Marriage Therapy or Counseling
  • Individual Therapy
  • Long-Term Therapy
  • Workshops
  • Counseling
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Therapy Groups
  • Distance Therapy (Phone or Internet-based)

Client ages:

  • Adults
  • Elders

Theoretical Approach:

  • Psychodynamic
  • Client Centered / Person-Centered
  • Feminist
  • Relational
  • Narrative
  • Cognitive Behavioral
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative