Michael Hofstetter, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Michael Hofstetter

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Codependency

Anxiety

Behavioral Therapy

Personality Disorder

Asperger's Syndrome

Childhood Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Gestalt

Dialectical (DBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Emotionally Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michael Hofstetter

Hi there, I'm Michael! I believe that people are often far more resilient than they realize. At the same time, life can present challenges that leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of the path forward. Therapy offers a space to slow down, gain perspective, and reconnect with what matters most. My focus I hold a great deal of experience working with trauma survivors, borderline personality disorder, substance abuse, depression and anxiety disorders. I work well with young adults and anyone who is currently going thru transitions, struggling to find their flow in life or felt stuck and uncertain how to make change. My approach My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. Rather than positioning myself as an expert on your life, I see therapy as a partnership. Together, we will explore the patterns, experiences, and beliefs that may be contributing to your struggles while building on your own existing strengths and resources. My communication style My communication style is warm, genuine, and collaborative. I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves without fear of judgment. I balance compassion with honesty, offering support, curiosity, and practical feedback to help clients gain insight, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change. My journey to mental healthcare Before I went back to school to become a therapist I worked for Outward Bound taking teenagers and young adults who had gone thru the court system out on 30-day canoeing expeditions thru the swamps and river systems of Florida. I fell in love with the work and the kids and eventually, after having done 15 of those courses, decided to get my degree. My goals for you I help clients identify meaningful goals, understand the obstacles standing in their way, and develop practical strategies for change.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Internet Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Internet Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

California State University, Chico, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1689078669

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What practice does Michael Hofstetter work with?

Michael Hofstetter works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Michael Hofstetter?

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