Marika Davis

Hello, I am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT) with advanced EMDR training who works with both individuals and relationships (couples, siblings, parent/adult child). I work relationally–which means our relationship is part of the healing process–and I incorporate somatic psychotherapy, attachment theory, EFT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, EMDR, parts work, mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches. Although I work with many different populations, about half of my clients identify as AAPI/BIPOC, biracial, multiracial, and adult children of immigrants. I help many couples in intercultural/interracial relationships understand how their different backgrounds may be impacting their relationship dynamic. If you’re looking for someone who can relate to your experience, I identify as biracial (East Asian American and white), and the daughter of an immigrant. I'm currently meeting with clients in person in Hayes Valley, San Francisco, and via video throughout California. To learn more about my practice, I welcome you to visit my website and get in touch so we can explore how I may be able to support you. Communities: AAPI/BIPOC LGBTQIA+ Allied Racial Justice Allied Sex Worker Allied Trauma Informed Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Informed Read more: I’m curious about people–how our unique histories have shaped us, how we relate to each other, and what motivates our behavior in relationships. I specialize in processing relationships with couples and individuals struggling with codependency, communication, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, and identity. We often get stuck in repetitive behavioral/thinking patterns that block us from living the lives we yearn for. We may feel misunderstood or disconnected in our relationships. We may avoid intimacy because we don’t want to get hurt again. We may have a harsh inner critic and lack self-love. Do you experience this in your life? The woundings that happened in relationship have an opportunity to heal in relationship. I can help shepherd this process. With warmth, curiosity and acceptance, we can explore your inner world, increase self-awareness, self-esteem, sense of agency, work on communication skills, and help you discover new tools to replace old behaviors that no longer work for you. Taking a step towards change can be scary, but together we can co-create a relationship that feels comfortable and supportive.