Srijana Giri, AMFT
She/Her
About me
I spent my formative years in Nepal and most of my adult life in the San Francisco Bay area. Growing up in a culturally diverse household and community, I felt an innate curiosity about people's backgrounds and life experiences and developed a deep fascination with psychology. I completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona, and then Master’s in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. I am now an registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist pursuing licensure with the BBS (Board of Behavioral Science) in California.
I understand that each person's unique experiences and struggles matter. I firmly believe that the building blocks of happiness begin with fostering a constructive and healthy relationship with oneself. I am here to provide consistent support as you navigate the complexities of life. Together, we can explore ways to nurture self-compassion and cultivate inner peace. Your thoughts, emotions, and overall well-being are of utmost importance and I am committed to standing by your side throughout your mental health journey. We can work together to uncover patterns that may be holding you back, replacing them with healthier habits that promote growth and well-being. Creating a safe and judgment-free space, I support clients to build self-awareness and resilience. Drawing upon my training and understanding of trauma-informed, attachment, and evidence-based therapy approaches, as well as utilizing techniques such as Brainspotting, I help guide you in unlearning limiting behaviors and breaking free from harmful intergenerational patterns. To ensure the highest quality of care, I actively seek ongoing supervision, consultation with colleagues, and continuous professional development.
“Your responses to the events of life are more important than the events themselves” – Virginia Satir
Services and Treatment Approach
Individual, Couples and Family Therapy
Languages available: English, Hindi, Nepalese
Video Telehealth available in California
Sliding Scale slots offered
I am passionate about providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families, with a focus on attachment styles, relational stressors, and grief. I also work with folks experiencing stress, anxiety, generational patterns, family conflicts, self esteem and identity issues, cultural barriers, trauma, and life adjustments. With support, compassion, and understanding, I believe in collaborating with you as the expert in your own life to help you achieve your goals. I utilize various evidence-based modalities, including psychodynamic (attachment style), narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to create a personalized approach that suits your needs. Additionally, I am trained to provide Brainspotting treatment.
Weekend and Evening Appointments available now
srijana@respiretherapy.org ● (415) 737-6572
Education, Training, and Certifications
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT #131033
California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Supervised by Cora Keene, LMFT #104572
2021 Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology; Malibu, CA
2019 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Professional Affiliations
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT), member