Ali Pflaum LMFT
About
I am Ali Pflaum, LMFT #155575, a licensed psychotherapist in San Francisco helping adults and couples thrive in their relationships with themselves and others. Many people find their way to my work because they feel stuck or dissatisfied. Together we explore aspirations, struggles, and life experience to gain deeper self-understanding and increase aliveness. Common themes include relationship challenges, self-criticism and over-thinking, depression and anxiety, grief and loss...
Services & pricing
Individual therapy (50 min)
In-person in Hayes Valley or telehealth. Depth-oriented psychodynamic work for adults.
- $200
Couples therapy (60 min)
Relational couples work to navigate conflict, stuckness, and connection.
- $250
Sliding scale openings
A few sliding scale openings; financial needs discussed in the initial consultation.
- Limited; discuss in consult
Free consultation
Phone consultation to hear what brings you to therapy and assess fit.
- Free (20-25 min)
Out-of-network reimbursement docs
Not in-network with private insurance; documentation provided for out-of-network reimbursement. FSA/HSA typically accepted.
- Available
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San Francisco
Based in San Francisco, CA. Appointments available virtually and in the local area where offered.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1:What is your fee?
My fee is $200 per 50-minute session for individuals and $250 per 60-minute session for couples. I have a few sliding scale openings discussed in the initial consultation.
Q2:Do you take insurance?
I do not currently accept private insurance, but I provide documentation for out-of-network reimbursement. Psychotherapy is typically covered by pre-tax FSA or HSA accounts.
Q3:Where do you see clients?
In-person at 110 Gough Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 (Hayes Valley, by appointment). Telehealth is available across California.
Q4:What is your approach?
I am trained in psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapy, an evidence-based and trauma-informed practice focused on relational patterns and ways of being that may be outside awareness and causing distress.
Q5:How do we get started?
Schedule a free 20-25 minute phone consultation, assess fit, then fill out intake forms before the first session. Call (415) 483-2303 or email alipflaumtherapy@gmail.com.
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