About
With a focus on personal growth and improving relationships, Bently's approach integrates lived experience with evidence-based modalities. He has experience working with diverse clients, addressing concerns such as depression, anxiety, and traumatic brain injury. Bently's therapeutic approach includes techniques like Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness. He also provides Coping skills to manage emotional distress. With a multicultural background, Bently aims to increase representation in mental health care, particularly for Asian-American men. He is passionate about providing mental health services to creatives, entrepreneurs, and action sports enthusiasts. Start Psychotherapy is dedicated to creating a safe and accepting environment for clients to explore themselves without judgment.
Insurance & payment
Start Psychotherapy is an Out-of-Network provider. Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
- Out of network
Listed fee: $175 per session. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Individual Counseling
Bently Anderson, LMFT, provides individual counseling services to clients in San Francisco and across California through telehealth.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Bently uses EMDR to help clients reprocess distressing memories through bilateral stimulation, reducing emotional distress and integrating previously overwhelming experiences.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Bently employs CBT to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs contributing to emotional distress or self-defeating behaviors.
Motivational Interviewing
Bently uses Motivational Interviewing to enhance intrinsic motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence.
Client-Centered Therapy
Bently creates a safe and accepting environment for clients to explore themselves without judgment and build trust in their internal guidance.
Mindfulness
Bently teaches mindfulness techniques to enhance present-moment awareness, reduce stress, and support emotional regulation.