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Beth Kolakoski (She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
California
Loss, grief, and bereavement-Parenting- Trauma-ADHD- Depression-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Beth Leigh Kolakoski is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Rafael, CA, dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with confidence and compassion. Whether you’re processing grief, healing from trauma, coping with natural disasters, or adjusting to the complexities of parenting a child with neurodivergence, Beth provides a supportive space to guide you toward resilience and growth. Her approach is rooted in empathy and collaboration, empowering clients to feel heard, valued, and capable of creating meaningful change.

Beth specializes in helping clients rebuild balance during times of crisis or uncertainty. She uses a strength-based, trauma-informed approach to address the unique needs of each client, offering tools to manage stress, process emotions, and foster personal growth. Through thoughtful reflection and practical strategies, Beth helps her clients reframe challenges, strengthen their emotional connections, and regain a sense of stability and hope.

With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Beth has supported adults, children, and families. Her extensive background allows her to create individualized care plans tailored to each client’s journey. Known for her compassionate, warm, and nonjudgmental style, Beth ensures her clients feel safe to explore their emotions and take steps toward healing.

Beth offers both in-person sessions at her office in San Rafael, CA, and remote therapy for clients throughout California. Her flexible scheduling options provide accessibility for those with busy lives. Whether you’re seeking tools to navigate current challenges or long-term support to foster resilience, Beth is here to help you embrace growth and create a fulfilling, balanced life.


Message to clients

Welcome, I’m glad you’re here.

Life can feel overwhelming, especially during times of crisis or uncertainty. Whether you’re navigating grief, trauma, the aftermath of natural disasters, or the unique challenges of parenting a child with neurodivergence, you don’t have to face it alone. My goal is to provide a compassionate, supportive space where you can process emotions, heal, and rebuild resilience at your own pace.

I help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with confidence and compassion. Together, we’ll create practical strategies to manage stress, strengthen connections, and build a vision for a balanced and fulfilling life. Using a strength-based, trauma-informed approach, we’ll explore ways to embrace resilience and move toward the positive changes you’re ready to achieve.

Taking the first step toward change is powerful, and I’m here to walk with you on this journey. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together to create the life you envision.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 19 years

Private Practice Setting , Individual and Family Therapist , 2018 - Present
ABC Special Start, Clinical Director, 2017 - 2021
Various Residential Facilities, Individual and Family Therapist, 2006 - 2016
The Berkeley Creative Living Center, Individual and Group Therapist, 2005 - 2006
The Autism Society , Direct Support Professional , 2002 - 2004

Universtity of San Francisco , M.S. Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapist , 2006

Licensure

California: 100338

Languages

English

Specialties

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Parenting - Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Beth Kolakoski is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$185 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$155 - $185
  • Initial session:$185 (50min)
  • Couples sessions:$185 (50min)
  • Family sessions:$185 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Venmo
  • IvyPay
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

Payment is due at time of each session. Thank you.