Compassionate counselling · San Francisco & online

A calmer mind starts with being heard.

At Menthalora, we offer compassionate mental health counselling in a safe, supportive space, so you can make sense of what you’re feeling and take your next step with confidence.

Personalised support

Support for life’s challenges, relationships, and emotional wellbeing. Start with a free 15-minute introductory call.

Counselling · San Francisco & online

A calmer mind starts with being heard.

At Menthalora, we offer compassionate mental health counselling in a safe, supportive space, so you can make sense of what you’re feeling and take your next step with confidence.

Personalised support

Support for life’s challenges, relationships, and emotional wellbeing. Start with a free 15-minute introductory call.

  • Care that puts people first

  • Thoughtful guidance

  • Respectful conversations

  • Practical tools

  • At a pace that feels right for you

Wellbeing highlights

You do not have to figure everything out alone.

Whether you are facing a difficult season or simply want to understand yourself better, support is available.

A space without judgement

Speak openly and feel listened to, without pressure to have the right words.

Care shaped around you

Your goals, needs, and lived experience guide the process from the very first session.

Small steps, meaningful progress

Build skills you can use in everyday life, one manageable step at a time.

Why counselling

You deserve to feel supported

Life can bring stress, uncertainty, loss, and change. Counselling gives you dedicated time to explore what is happening, recognise patterns, and consider new ways to respond. We meet you with curiosity and compassion, not assumptions.

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Inside a session

A session is a conversation, not a test. We begin by understanding what matters to you, agree on a focus together, and explore practical next steps.

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Our approach

We combine attentive listening with practical, evidence-informed approaches, explained in clear language and shaped around your priorities.

“I want to feel calm.” “I want to stop overthinking.” “I want to feel more like myself.”

Our team

Meet the people behind your care

Our practitioners believe meaningful support begins with trust. Get to know the team, their areas of focus, and the thoughtful approach they bring to every conversation.

How it works

A simple path forward

Starting counselling should feel clear and manageable. Here is what to expect.

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Reach out

Tell us a little about what brings you here, by phone, email, or our booking form.

01

Reach out

Tell us a little about what brings you here, by phone, email, or our booking form.

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Find the right fit

We’ll discuss your needs, the available practitioners, and the options that suit you.

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Find the right fit

We’ll discuss your needs, the available practitioners, and the options that suit you.

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Begin together

Set goals and take the process one step at a time, at a pace that works for you.

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Begin together

Set goals and take the process one step at a time, at a pace that works for you.

Why choose Menthalora

Care that recognises the whole person

We value respectful relationships, clear communication, and care that recognises the whole person. You will be invited to participate in decisions about your support, ask questions, and move at a pace that works for you.

Confidential, respectful conversations

Individualised goals and practical strategies

A welcoming, inclusive environment

In-person and online options (where available)

Our values

Compassion, connection, empowerment

Compassion

We listen with kindness and meet every story with care, never assumptions.

Compassion

We listen with kindness and meet every story with care, never assumptions.

Connection

We build trust through genuine collaboration and honest, open conversation.

Connection

We build trust through genuine collaboration and honest, open conversation.

Empowerment

We help you recognise your strengths and make informed choices about your support.

Empowerment

We help you recognise your strengths and make informed choices about your support.

A look inside Menthalora

A calm, welcoming space

Designed to help you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive.

Client reflections

Words from people who chose to share

Every journey is different. These reflections were shared with permission.

“I felt listened to from the first conversation. The sessions helped me understand what I was experiencing and gave me practical ways to move forward.”

Client feedback

Shared with permission

“I felt listened to from the first conversation. The sessions helped me understand what I was experiencing and gave me practical ways to move forward.”

Client feedback

Shared with permission

“I felt comfortable speaking honestly, without feeling rushed. I left with a clearer idea of what I wanted to work on.”

Sarah M.

Individual counselling

“I felt comfortable speaking honestly, without feeling rushed. I left with a clearer idea of what I wanted to work on.”

Sarah M.

Individual counselling

“The sessions gave us a calmer way to talk through difficult topics. We appreciated having someone guide the conversation.”

Alex & Jordan

Couples counselling

“The sessions gave us a calmer way to talk through difficult topics. We appreciated having someone guide the conversation.”

Alex & Jordan

Couples counselling

Plans and session fees

Choose a starting point that suits you

We’ll confirm the right session type, length, and fee before you book.

Introductory Conversation

A brief call to ask questions and explore whether we may be a good fit.

$0

/ 15 minutes

Introductory Conversation

A brief call to ask questions and explore whether we may be a good fit.

$0

/ 15 minutes

Individual Session

One-to-one counselling focused on your goals, at a pace that feels right for you.

$85

/ 50 minutes

Individual Session

One-to-one counselling focused on your goals, at a pace that feels right for you.

$85

/ 50 minutes

Extended Session

Additional time for deeper exploration, couples and family work, or complex topics.

$125

/ 80 minutes

Extended Session

Additional time for deeper exploration, couples and family work, or complex topics.

$125

/ 80 minutes

FAQ

Questions you might be holding

What happens in the first session?

Do I need a diagnosis?

Are sessions confidential?

Can I attend online?

You deserve support that meets you where you are.

When you feel ready, we’re here to listen.

You deserve support that meets you where you are.

When you feel ready, we’re here to listen.

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