Welcome to Growth Psychology
At Growth Psychology in San Francisco, CA, offering online sessions throughout California, therapy and assessment services are designed to help children, adolescents, and young adults develop healthier emotional regulation skills and reach their fullest potential. Led by Dr. Rebecca Cole, a licensed psychologist (CA 27774) practicing since 2015, the practice combines evidence-based psychological care with extensive educational and school-based experience to support meaningful growth and long-term success.
A Strong Foundation in Education and Psychology
Dr. Cole has worked in education since 2004 and has served as both a special education teacher and school psychologist. Throughout her career, she has conducted assessments, supervised psychologists in training, and developed individualized supports for students, including school-based counseling, 504 Plans, and Individualized Education Plans.
Her background also includes consulting with teachers and school staff to help create supportive learning environments that meet the needs of diverse students. Dr. Cole previously built a school-based mental health program within a local school district and has practiced at Stanford University and within a primary care setting for employees of Gilead Sciences.
Specialized Support for Emotional Regulation
Many clients seek therapy because they are experiencing difficulty regulating emotions, managing distress, or communicating needs effectively. Growth Psychology focuses heavily on helping young adults strengthen coping skills and improve emotion regulation in everyday life.
Treatment approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT). These evidence-based therapies help clients develop adaptive thinking patterns, strengthen mindfulness and distress tolerance skills, and create practical plans for achieving personal goals.
A Mission Focused on Growth
The mission of Growth Psychology is to use best practices in applied psychology to help young people close the gap between where they are and where they want to be in life. Parent coaching and school consultation services are also available to help reinforce therapeutic progress outside of sessions.
At Growth Psychology in San Francisco, CA, offering online sessions throughout California, compassionate psychological support is available for children, adolescents, and young adults. To learn more or schedule an appointment, take the next step toward emotional growth, resilience, and long-term success today.
Hi, I’m Rebecca. Once upon a time, I was a teacher and I am currently a licensed psychologist and credentialed school psychologist. I have been working with kids since 2004 and have observed that sources of stress for many can be traced back to gaps in their ability to communicate their needs and cope with challenge. The mission of Growth Psychology is to use best practices in applied psychology to close the gap between where young people are and where they want to be in their lives. We assess to better understand strengths and needs. In therapy, we work to develop adaptive skills and behaviors and then discuss how and when to use them outside of session. Supports like parent coaching and school consultation are available to help adults promote and reinforce youth for using what they are learning in therapy in the real world
Assessment and therapy are an investment in one’s child and oneself. At Growth Psychology, the fee for individual and parent coaching sessions is $245. First sessions are generally between 50-60 minutes depending on the age and developmental stage of the client. On-going sessions are 45 minutes. School consultation sessions are billed at $245 per 45 minute increment, to be pro-rated depending on meeting duration. Assessment sessions are billed at $300 an hour. Dr. Cole does not accept insurance or complete reimbursement paperwork. Superbills will be provided upon request.
Health and safety are paramount to Growth Psychology. In alignment with public health guidelines, individuals can engage in therapy in-person at the San Francisco office, or participate via online video tele-therapy, provided that the young adult is located in California at the time of their session. The office is located at 1677A Church St. San Francisco CA 94131
What To Expect
Use the link below to schedule a free 20 minute consultation with Dr. Cole. During this consultation, we will explore areas of strength and growth and determine what you would like to achieve with an assessment and/or in therapy. At the end of this session, we will decide on next steps. If there is fit around assessment, we will schedule our first parent session. If there is the potential for a working therapeutic relationship, we will schedule a first individual therapy session. This first individual therapy session is typically 50-60 minutes depending on the age and developmental stage of the client. On-going individual therapy sessions generally take place once a week and last for 45 minutes a session. Dr. Cole’s individual therapy session fee is $245. Dr. Cole’s assessment fee is $300 for each hour. She does not accept insurance or complete insurance reimbursement documentation; she will provide superbills upon request.
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Office Hours
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10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thuirsday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Office Hours
Monday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Weekend
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Growth Psychology PC
(408) 357-0283