Gianna Merriam, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Gianna Merriam

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Anger Management

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Self Esteem Issues

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Coaching

Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Gianna Merriam

Hi there, I'm Gianna! Hello! My name is Gianna Merriam, LCSW. My therapeutic approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based. I work with children and families, individuals of all ages, and groups. I enjoy promoting self-compassion practices, functional communication, and empathy to address individual needs and relationships. My approach I utilize trauma-informed practices, attachment theory, systems theory, psychodynamic, and person-centered approaches. I commonly use therapy modalities such as Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Parent-Child Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR. My focus I typically work with clients aged 5 to 60. I have extensive experience with school-aged children who receive IEP services and am equipped to support parents in navigating the school system and community-based resources. I offer parenting support and parent-child psychotherapy. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and trauma. My communication style The tone and environment I create in sessions emphasize emotional safety, warmth, and self-compassion. It may feel like working with a coach or advocate who promotes positive change, self-advocacy, and encourages challenges at a realistic and supportive pace. My journey to therapy My first experience that led me into clinical social work was volunteering at an emergency placement facility for foster children. I realized how essential mental health support is for children and families in fostering safety, relationships, and education.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

NPI number

1033557590

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What practice does Gianna Merriam work with?

Gianna Merriam works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gianna Merriam?

Gianna Merriam frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Gianna Merriam on their profile.