Business Details
Bilingual Psychotherapy Services in San Francisco
Gabriel Rabu is a licensed psychotherapist with over 50 years of experience in mindfulness practices and clinical psychology. Our practice specializes in individual and couples therapy, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and cultural identity challenges. We offer specialized support groups for expatriates and bikers, integrating mindfulness and Jungian active imagination techniques. With a background in bodywork, hospice care, and expressive arts therapy, we provide culturally sensitive and holistic mental health services. Our approach emphasizes self-compassion, personal growth, and navigating life's complex transitions.We serve clients in San Francisco and Marin County through both in-person and group session formats. Our expertise extends to trauma-informed care, grief counseling, and spiritual development. We maintain active collaborations with other mental health professionals to enhance service delivery. Our practice combines decades of clinical experience with evidence-based therapeutic modalities. We are committed to creating safe spaces for emotional exploration and personal transformation.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Expat Support Groups
Biker Maintenance Men's Group
Mindfulness Training
Expressive Arts Therapy
Jungian Active Imagination
Cultural Transition Counseling
Grief Counseling
Trauma-Informed Care
Highlights and features
- Bilingual English-French psychotherapy services
- 50+ years of dedicated meditation and yoga practice
- Specialized expatriate and biker support groups
- CAMFT member with clinical psychology expertise
- Holistic integration of mindfulness and Jungian techniques
Associations and certifications
- California Association of Marriage Family Therapists (CAMFT)
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Specialized one-on-one therapy addressing depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Combines mindfulness practices with clinical psychology techniques. Helps clients develop self-awareness and coping strategies for personal growth.
Expat Support Groups
Support groups for expatriates and immigrants navigating cultural adaptation. Focuses on building self-esteem and social integration. Addresses feelings of isolation and cultural misunderstanding in a safe environment.
Biker Maintenance Men's Group
Therapeutic group for bikers addressing loneliness and life transitions. Uses mindfulness training to explore self-identity and purpose. Provides peer support for emotional and existential challenges.
Expressive Arts Therapy
Integrates sandtray and expressive arts for trauma processing. Combines Jungian techniques with mindfulness practices. Helps clients communicate emotions through creative self-expression.
Mindfulness Training
Teaches meditation techniques for stress reduction and emotional regulation. Incorporates mindfulness into daily life practices. Supports personal growth through self-compassion and present-moment awareness.
People
Gabriel Rabu
Licensed Psychotherapist
French-born psychotherapist with 50+ years meditation experience. Specializes in cultural transitions, trauma, and mindfulness. Former hospice counselor and bodywork practitioner. Conducts bilingual English-French therapy sessions.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate mindfulness, Jungian active imagination, and expressive arts therapies with evidence-based clinical techniques.
Do you offer bilingual services?
Yes, we provide psychotherapy services in both English and French to accommodate diverse clients.
What group therapy options exist?
We offer expatriate support groups and the Biker Maintenance Men's Group starting Spring 2025.
What continuing education options exist?
We offer CE credits for mental health professionals through approved APA co-sponsors.
