Marriage & Family Therapy – Lori Kandels, LMFT, MBA
Lori Kandels, LMFT, MBA, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based at 3896 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94112. She offers both in-person sessions at that location and online therapy, combining somatic and talk therapy modalities in an approach that the site describes as goal-oriented and personalized, with an emphasis on neuroscience and mindfulness as guiding frameworks.
Modalities offered include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting, Emotional Freedom Technique (Tapping), Harmonic Brain Healing, narrative therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. Kandels refers to these on her site as “power therapies” that can accelerate the process of change, and she offers intermittent or as-needed scheduling as a clinical option for clients who prefer a flexible model over weekly recurring sessions.
Specialty areas listed on the site include trauma and PTSD, anxiety and panic attacks, workplace stress and bullying, relationship challenges, couples counseling, LGBTQ+ concerns, grief and loss, health-related concerns, medical preparation, money-related issues, and life coaching. The breadth of these specialties spans both clinical mental health concerns and the professional and financial stressors that affect day-to-day functioning.
Kandels brings significant professional experience beyond direct clinical practice. The site notes she has taught graduate psychology at John F. Kennedy University and New College, and has held nonprofit leadership roles overseeing mental health, education, and healthcare programs. Her background also includes managing teams of up to 250 people, experience she draws upon when working with clients navigating workplace and leadership difficulties.
In-person sessions are offered at the 24th Street San Francisco office, and telehealth appointments are also available for clients who prefer remote access. Insurance and rate details are referenced on a dedicated page within the site but are not summarized in the main content; clients are directed there for specifics. No established year for the practice is stated on the site. Contact options include phone at 415-633-6763 and email at Lori@lorikandelsmft.com. The site also references teaching experience and nonprofit leadership as part of Kandels’s professional background, framing the practice as one informed by both direct clinical training and organizational management.