Trauma-Informed | Depth-Focused | Affirming
Therapy in San Francisco & Online Across California
You're here because you’re ready for real, lasting change.
Maybe you’ve been carrying a heaviness for a while now—feeling out of place, misunderstood, or unsure how to make sense of everything you’re holding. Maybe you’re wrestling with questions about who you are, navigating complicated family dynamics, or trying to make sense of past experiences that still feel heavy. Or maybe you can’t quite put your finger on it, but you know something needs to change.
Whatever it is, you don’t have to do this alone. You are welcome here, just as you are.
ABOUT US
Your story matters, and we’d be honored to walk alongside you as you find your way forward.
At Emerging Insights, we believe that speaking your truth—especially when it feels difficult—can be one of the most powerful steps toward healing. True self-understanding doesn’t just happen—it emerges through curiosity, reflection, and the courage to look beneath the surface.
Whatever brings you to therapy, this is a space where you can explore, reflect, and grow at your own pace. Our clients tend to be thoughtful, introspective individuals—many of whom have already done some personal work and are now ready to dive deeper for lasting support. We focus on depth, guiding you to uncover long-standing patterns, make sense of your unique story, and build a more authentic connection with yourself and others.
Services We Offer
Standard Therapy Services
We offer trauma-informed, affirming therapy for individuals from diverse backgrounds—including LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse communities, and South Asian and Middle Eastern populations—and support clients navigating identity exploration, family and parenting dynamics, anxiety, past trauma, and more.
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For most clients, the process starts with a free consultation call. This is a chance to get to know each other, talk through what’s bringing you in, and make sure we’re the right fit. If it feels like a good match, we’ll guide you through a simple onboarding process and begin therapy sessions that are grounded in trust, collaboration, and curiosity.
Workers Compensation Services
We provide compassionate, goal-focused therapy for individuals referred through California’s Workers’ Compensation system. Our sessions support emotional recovery after workplace injuries or stress, helping clients manage grief, anxiety, and overwhelm, and build the insight and resilience needed to return to work.
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If you’re coming through California’s Workers’ Compensation system, the process begins with a referral from your case manager. We then collaborate closely with your case manager and follow required documentation guidelines—while still offering grounded, compassionate support that respects the complexity of your experience. You can also choose to continue therapy privately once your Workers’ Comp care ends.
Meet the Team
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Brooke Ferragamo, PhD
Founder & Clinical Psychologist | He/him
As someone who has personally navigated the complexities of gender transition and the challenges of understanding my own identity, I bring both lived experience and extensive clinical expertise to help clients cultivate lasting, meaningful change through a culturally sensitive and depth-oriented approach.
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Navneet Kaur, PhD
Registered Psychological Associate | She/Her
As a mother, wife, and daughter with deep roots in my South Asian heritage and a strong commitment to social justice, I understand the delicate balance of personal and family life, and am here to walk alongside you with empathy, cultural sensitivity, and unwavering support.
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Nathan Ariza, MA
Registered Psychological Associate | He/Him
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community and a therapist passionate about depth-oriented work, I’m committed to helping you uncover the root causes of your challenges and empower you to navigate them with greater clarity, resilience, and greater self-awareness.
Areas We Specialize In
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Living as part of the LGBTQIA+ community can often mean navigating experiences that others may not fully understand—whether it's the weight of societal expectations, family tension, gender exploration, or the complex journey of coming out and transitioning. It’s exhausting to constantly translate your identity or fight for validation. In therapy, you’ll find a space where your identity is respected, your experiences are understood, and your journey is supported. Whether you're dealing with the challenges of internalized shame, relationship struggles, gender dysphoria, or just feeling like you don’t fit into the world around you, we’re here to help you heal, find your voice, and create a life that feels true to you, free from judgment.
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For those who identify as trans, nonbinary, genderqueer, or anywhere along the spectrum of gender diversity, therapy shouldn’t require you to filter or explain who you are. Our work can hold the complexity of your lived experience—whether we’re processing identity-related stress, systemic barriers, or the very human challenges of relationships, anxiety, burnout, or transition (in any sense of the word). You don’t have to compartmentalize here. All of you is welcome.
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Supporting your child as they explore or express their identity can be deeply meaningful—and sometimes overwhelming. You may be navigating unfamiliar territory, holding big emotions, or just wanting to make sure you’re doing right by your kid. This space offers nonjudgmental support as you process your own experience, deepen your understanding, and build a relationship grounded in trust, openness, and care. Whether you’re feeling unsure, proud, worried, or all of the above, you don’t have to do this alone. We're here to help you show up with love and clarity, in ways that feel aligned with both your values and your child’s needs.
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Navigating life within a South Asian or Middle Eastern family often means balancing cultural traditions and personal growth in ways that can feel isolating or conflicting. The pressure to meet familial expectations, deal with intergenerational struggles, and carry the weight of guilt and shame can leave little room for your authentic self to emerge. In therapy, you'll find a safe space to unpack these complexities, where your unique experience is understood and respected. We’ll help you explore the challenges of cultural identity, anxiety, self-worth, and relationships, while guiding you toward a life that honors both your heritage and your true self.
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Trauma can manifest in many ways, from diagnosed PTSD to the subtle, everyday impacts like anxiety, disconnection, or struggling with relationships and self-doubt. Whether caused by a single life-altering event or a series of smaller, ongoing wounds, trauma leaves an invisible but profound mark on your body and mind. In therapy, we’ll work together to process painful memories, manage triggers, and rebuild your sense of safety and strength. Our goal is to help you heal, find peace, and move forward with a renewed sense of clarity and self-empowerment.
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When you're injured at work, it’s not just the physical pain that holds you back—it’s everything else that comes with it. The constant back-and-forth with workers' comp, feeling misunderstood, and the emotional toll of not being able to contribute as you once did can leave you overwhelmed, disconnected, and anxious about an uncertain future. We’re here to offer a gentle, guiding hand through it all, helping you feel more empowered in your healing journey.
Ready to Get Started?
You’ve already taken the first step by being here. If you’re ready to dive into therapy or need support with a workers' compensation claim, we’re here to help you navigate it all with understanding and care.
Reach out today to schedule a time to chat and ensure we’re the right fit for you. If you’d like to move forward, we’ll match you with the therapist who best meets your needs.
FAQ
We know that starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it’s normal to have questions about how it all works. Here, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we hear from new clients.
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If you’ve ever felt like an outsider, struggled to find a space where you could be fully yourself, or sensed there’s more beneath the surface that you’re ready to explore—chances are, you’ll feel at home here. Clients who tend to resonate with our approach are curious, reflective, and looking for more than surface-level solutions. They’re ready to get to the heart of what’s been holding them back, make meaningful changes, and reconnect with who they are at their core. If that sounds like you, we’d love to support you on that journey.
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In standard therapy, we support clients in navigating a wide range of experiences—anxiety, burnout, identity struggles, trauma, relationship challenges, perfectionism, and more. We focus on helping you better understand yourself and your patterns, so you can move through life with more clarity, freedom, and connection.
For Workers’ Compensation clients, therapy focuses on easing your return to work. We support you in processing the emotional impact of injury or stress, and offer tools to manage related challenges like grief, frustration, and anxiety.
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Our rates vary by therapist: Brooke and Navneet charge $225 per 50-minute session, while Nathan charges $140 per session. Brooke is in-network with Aetna for those looking to use insurance benefits.