Accepting new clients · San Francisco & online

A San Francisco therapist helping you understand the patterns that keep you stuck

If anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship difficulties keep returning, we can explore what’s happening and what might change.

Book a Free 15-Minute Consultation

Phone or video. No obligation.

Nathan Rubin, LCSW, therapist in San Francisco

15 min free consultationPhone or video

Licensed in CA, NJ & WAClinical social worker

In-personUnion Square, SF

OnlineCA, NJ & WA

Portrait of Nathan Rubin

About Nathan

A place to be honest, and understood

I’m Nathan Rubin, a licensed clinical social worker. I work with adults and adolescents (12+) who want to understand the patterns affecting their relationships and daily lives.

My approach is relational and depth-oriented. Together, we look beyond immediate coping strategies to understand what keeps familiar difficulties in place.

California LCSW #116387
New Jersey LCSW #44SC06262200
Washington LICSW #61551591

Areas of focus

What brings people to this work

  • Recurring relationship patterns
  • Anxiety
  • Self-esteem & identity
  • Depression
  • Grief & loss
  • Trauma
  • Chronic impulsivity
  • Family conflict
  • Addiction & substance use
  • Emotional disturbance
  • High performers
  • Men’s issues
  • LGBTQ+ concerns
  • Adolescents (12+)

The approach

What working together looks like

Room for honesty

Bring the feelings and experiences that are difficult to put into words.

A pace we discuss together

Most clients meet weekly. We talk about goals and frequency together.

Connected to your life now

We explore the past when it helps explain your current relationships and challenges.

Before we meet

Practical details

Sessions

50-minute individual sessions, usually weekly.

Location

The Flood Building, Union Square, SF. Online for CA, NJ & WA residents.

Fee

$250 per session. Sliding scale available. Private pay, with superbills for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

First step

A free 15-minute phone or video consultation. No obligation to continue.

Common questions

Fees and insurance

Can I use out-of-network insurance benefits?

Superbills are available upon request. Ask your insurer about coverage, deductibles, and reimbursement for a $250 session. Reimbursement depends on your plan and is not guaranteed.

Is there flexibility on the fee?

A sliding scale is available. We can discuss it during the consultation if the full fee is a barrier.

Am I committing to anything by booking?

No. The free consultation is a chance to ask questions and see whether working together feels right.

The practice

The Flood Building, Union Square

870 Market Street, San Francisco. A comfortable, private space to talk.

Nathan Rubin’s therapy office at the Flood Building in San Francisco

Start with a conversation

A free 15-minute phone or video consultation. Share what brings you here, ask questions, and see how it feels. No preparation or commitment needed.

Nathan Rubin, LCSW (CA #116387), LCSW (NJ #44SC06262200), LICSW (WA #61551591)

Providing in-person therapy in San Francisco and online therapy to residents of California, New Jersey, and Washington State.

The Board of Behavioral Sciences receives and responds to complaints regarding services provided within the scope of practice of clinical social workers.
You may contact the board at www.bbs.ca.gov or by calling (916) 574-7830.

License verification: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs · WA Department of Health

If you are in crisis, please call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.