Ehsan Knopf, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Ehsan Knopf

Focus areas

Anxiety

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Transgender Care

Autism

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

EMDR

Attachment-based

Gottman Method

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Middle Eastern, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ehsan Knopf

Hi there, I'm Essy! Hello, I'm Essy Knopf, a licensed therapist specializing in supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and a Bachelor’s degree from UNSW Sydney. My approach combines lived experiences with evidence-based strategies to foster self-awareness and growth, helping clients navigate challenges related to trauma, depression, and anxiety. My approach My therapeutic approach centers on developing self-awareness by connecting present experiences to past events, including interpersonal, family, societal, and systemic influences. I utilize evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems Therapy, and the Gottman Method. My focus I primarily work with individuals who often feel misunderstood or marginalized, particularly neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. I am most comfortable treating conditions such as complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, and challenges related to identity and interpersonal relationships. My communication style My communication style is straightforward yet approachable, aiming to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can express yourself authentically without fear of judgment. Working with me feels supportive and validating; I prioritize making sure you feel seen, heard, and empowered. I encourage honest feedback to build a deep and effective therapeutic relationship, fostering a safe space for exploration and personal growth. My journey to mental healthcare My journey to becoming a therapist was deeply influenced by my own experiences as an autistic and ADHD individual who has navigated complex PTSD and identifies as gay, gray-ace/ace flux, and demisexual.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

California State University, Dominguez Hills, Master's in Social Work
UNSW Sydney (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1619600939

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What practice does Ehsan Knopf work with?

Ehsan Knopf works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

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