About Shohreh Schmuecker, LMFT

Online Psychotherapy in California

Meet the Therapist

Shohreh Schmuecker, LMFT

California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#105346)

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Welcome to my practice! I’m Shohreh (“Sho-ray”), an experienced California licensed psychotherapist committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. My approach is centered around understanding your unique experiences, empowering you to navigate life's challenges, and fostering personal growth. Together, we will work towards healing and discovering the strengths within you that can lead to a more fulfilling life.

About Shohreh Schmuecker, LMFT (Summary)

Below, you will find detailed information about my experience and educational background. Here is a summary of key points:

Experience working with client issues such as:

Highlights:

Over Ten Years experience seeing clients- since 2014 (as a trainee, intern and licensed therapist)
Licensed since 2018
Specialized Training in Somatic Psychotherapy

Approach utilizes:

Somatic Psychotherapy
Mind-Body Connection
Internal Family Systems
Trauma Therapy
Holistic Approaches
Mindfulness
Attachment Therapy
Relational Therapist

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Why This Approach Matters

I believe that each person brings their own cultural, relational, and somatic wisdom to the therapeutic process. By honoring both emotional experience and the mind-body connection, our work together can offer you a deeper understanding of how your nervous system responds to stress and meaningfully supports your well‑being. Supporting you through the emotional overwhelm, transitions, or working through patterns that no longer serve you, I aim to create a holistic supportive space to help you explore and grow.

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About Shohreh Schmuecker, LMFT (Detailed)

Therapy Services & Approaches

I offer online therapy for clients across California, providing support through a range of modalities tailored to your individual experience:

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy — A compassionate, parts‑based approach.
Trauma‑Informed Therapy — Understanding nervous system responses and safety.
Somatic Psychotherapy — Exploring the mind‑body connection to deepen insight.
Mindfulness‑Based Therapy — Cultivating presence, regulation, and awareness.

My work prioritizes a collaborative, respectful therapeutic relationship, helping you build insight and resources that support your personal goals.

What I Can Support You With

I support individuals who are navigating:

Anxiety and chronic stress
Work stress and burnout
Life transitions including career, relationships, and identity shifts
Motherhood and caregiving challenges
Trauma and somatic symptoms

I draw from a variety of clinical trainings and therapeutic perspectives to meet you where you are and help you explore what matters most in your life and healing.

Education and Training:

Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, San Francisco State University
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Specialization in Somatic Psychotherapy, John F. Kennedy University/National University
Licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist (#MFT 105346)
Post Master’s Clinical Fellowship, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
Child-Parent Psychotherapy Rostered, UCSF Child Trauma Research Program
Somatic Experiencing® Introduction and Fundamentals with Steve Hoskinson
Healing Developmental Trauma: Promoting Resiliency through Connections, Bruce Perry
New Directions in Child and Adolescent Treatment: A Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Approach Workshop. Pat Ogden, Bonnie Goldstein
Treating Complex Trauma Beyond Competency, Linda Curran PESI
Gottman Couples Therapy - Level 1
Internal Family Systems Therapy- Level 1
Internal Family Systems Therapy - Level 2
Level 1- Intimacy from the Inside Out

Articles Written:

GoodTherapy article “Navigating Mental Health in the Workplace” by Shohreh Schmuecker, LMFT https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/navigating-mental-health-in-the-workplace/

Professional Membership

California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
East Bay California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (EBCAMFT)

Practice & Location

My practice is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, and all sessions are offered through telehealth online for clients located anywhere in California. Being licensed in California allows me to work with individuals throughout the state.

Next Steps / Contact

If you’re ready to explore therapy, you can schedule a consultation or reach out via the contact page. I am committed to providing a supportive, safe environment to reflect, develop strategies, and strengthen well-being.

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