THERAPY
Trauma Therapy
Trauma is more than just a memory of the past; it is a physical and emotional weight that can impact how you make your way through the world, undermining both your confidence and sense of safety.
1,000+
Families Served Since 2016
4
Bay Area Offices & Telehealth
4.6 ★
Rating on Zocdoc
$54k+
Reimbursements Recovered
OVERVIEW
Helping take the power away from trauma.
Therapy offers a space to safely explore vulnerabilities with unconditional support. Whether you are navigating the aftermath of a single event or the complexities of long-term trauma, we offer a specialized environment focused on safety, stabilization, and reclaiming your sense of self. We're here to help you regain a sense of calm and control in your personal and professional life.
A SAFE SPACE FOR EXPLORATION
Support for the daily weight of PTSD.
Our clinicians tailor evidence-based tools to your unique needs — helping you safely regulate your nervous system and regain a sense of stability.
Hypervigilance
Calming a nervous system stuck in high alert, so you can feel safe in your body again.
Emotional numbing
Gently reconnecting with feeling and presence, at a pace that honors your sense of safety.
Intrusive thoughts
Organizing racing or fragmented thoughts and separating you from the memories that no longer serve you.
OUR APPROACH
Evidence-based tools, tailored to you.
01 · Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identifying, challenging, and restructuring negative thought patterns and automatic behaviors.
Cognitive Restructuring: Challenging automatic thoughts, organizing racing or fragmented thoughts, and using externalization exercises to separate the person from the problem.
Psychoeducation: Understanding trauma responses, the mechanics of the "fight, flight, or freeze" states, and mapping trauma-related body sensations to cognitive triggers.
02 · Approach
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) & Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Developing emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and present-moment awareness.
Somatic Regulation: Using body scanning, progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), and cultivating interoception (the internal sense of the body's physical state).
Narrative Structuring: Utilizing Motivational Interviewing and narrative techniques to explore personal history, process trauma responses, and build insight into recurring life patterns.
03 · Real-World Behavioral Scales
Somatic Regulation & Psychodynamic Therapy
Bridging body awareness with deeper insight into unconscious patterns, trauma responses, and defense mechanisms.
Somatic Regulation: Using body scanning, progressive muscle relaxation (PMR), and cultivating interoception (the internal sense of the body's physical state).
Narrative Structuring:Utilizing Motivational Interviewing and narrative techniques to explore personal history, process trauma responses, and build insight into recurring life patterns.
We also have two incredible therapy dogs, Sammy and Tucker, who can help alleviate fear and quell anxiety as you uncover painful memories.
Whatever path you take, our clinical expertise will help you identify the patterns that no longer serve you, allowing you to define yourself by your resilience rather than by your past experiences.
"Trauma is not what happens to you. Trauma is what happens inside you as a result of what happens to you."
— Dr. Gabor Maté
the unfold difference
Care that meets you where you are.
Direct access
Your therapist is just a call or text away — even between sessions.
Rapid response
We prioritize your health and well-being. Expect a return call within three hours.
Flexible care
Meet us where you're most comfortable — in-home, in-office, or via telehealth across California.
Clinical expertise
Highly specialized guidance combined with empathetic, whole-person support.
How & Where We Work
Therapy on your terms
To make prioritizing your health as seamless as possible, we offer therapy tailored to your lifestyle.
In-Office
Four convenient San Francisco Bay Area locations: San Francisco, Oakland, Corte Madera, and San Jose.
In-Home
Exceptional care delivered directly to you.
Telehealth
Private online appointments available to residents anywhere in California.
YOUR THERAPISTS
Meet the clinicians who treat trauma.
Our trauma clinicians are trained in evidence-based, body-aware approaches. Read their bios to find the right fit for you.
Dr. Jordan Hazzard
Psy.D. · License #35403
Clinical psychologist specializing in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, working with adults and older adolescents. Provides psychological testing, clinical supervision, and teaching alongside his practice.
Rachel Budnick
AMFT · M.A. · License #138484
Addresses mental health concerns and mood-related disorders across the lifespan with a specialization in somatic experience.
Dr. Richard Heafey
Psy.D. · MFT · M.A. · License #30807
Licensed clinical psychologist with training in clinical, counseling, and forensic psychology, working across therapy, assessment, and court-related matters to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges through connection and heart.
Channah Foreman
AMFT · M.A. · License #156538
Encourages clients to embrace and embody their inner courage, facilitating the development and maintenance of a sense of confidence and hope in the face of trying conditions.
Dustyn Salomon
AMFT · APCC · License #140707 & 14341
Focuses on communication and relational patterns within couples and partner dynamics, helping clients understand their unconscious roles in closeness and misunderstandings.
In their own words.
In their own words.
Dr. Heafey has had an incredible positive impact on me. He was able to very quickly identify underlying causes for issues that my previous therapists had all missed, and we either focused on them in our sessions or he gave me referrals where appropriate. I've grown so much and function so much better thanks to all the effort he puts in. He cares deeply about his patients and will always go the extra mile for them.
- JM
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Dr. Heafey and his team at Unfold Psychology is amazing. I have been working with Dr Heafey for 3 years now and it's completely changed the way I see myself and attitude towards life. The Executive functioning, run by Talia Prince was life changing. I was horrible at following through, staying motivated and life management. I noticed great change just after 6 months of the EF program. Talia is incredible and works harder for you than anyone has before. Highly recommend Unfold and the EF program for anyone struggling with life management.
- PG
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Best therapist I've known. Helped me through my couple years of college and dealing with PTSD, relationships and anxiety. I am so grateful to know him and to have had him there for my care. He feels so safe and creates such a safe space for you to explore and express your emotions.
- G
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HOW TO GET STARTED
Three steps to begin.
Book a free consultation
For a 10–15 minute fit assessment.
Map your path
By discussing your specific circumstances and goals.
Begin Unfolding
Your customized plan with our care team's full support.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does therapy cost?
Session fees range from $225–$550 depending on the service. We are an out-of-network practice, which means we don’t bill insurance companies directly. Instead, we provide superbills to make that process easy, and most of our clients receive partial reimbursement through their insurance.
Do you accept insurance?
We are out-of-network with all insurance plans. Many of our clients use out-of-network benefits to get reimbursed for a significant portion of our fees. In 2025, our insurance specialist helped clients recover over $54,000 in insurance reimbursements — and that doesn’t include superbill submissions. We provide detailed superbills and can help you understand your benefits before you start.
Can I contact my therapist between sessions?
Yes! This is one of the many things that makes our practice different from traditional models. Even when your therapy visits end, the door remains open — you are always encouraged to give your clinician a call or a text. You will have direct access to your therapist, with calls returned within two hours. We are here for you.
How long will I be in therapy?
It varies. Some clients come for a specific issue and finish in a few months; others stay longer for ongoing support. We’ll talk about your goals early on and revisit them together as things shift.
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes — we offer private, secure telehealth sessions to residents anywhere in California, in addition to in-person sessions at our four Bay Area locations.
MORE WAYS WE CAN HELP
Related services
Grief Counseling
Adult Therapy
Child Therapy
LOCATIONS
Four Bay Area offices
Plus telehealth throughout California.
We are proud to provide inclusive care for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Ready to take the next step?
Book a free 15-minute consultation. We'll listen, answer your questions, and help you figure out the right path forward.
Or Text Us at (650) 993-9321