Marshall Bush

Dr. Marshall Bush is a dedicated psychologist with a deep understanding of the unconscious guilt and shame stemming from childhood traumas that many individuals face. He recognizes how guilt can lead to self-destructive behaviors, while shame often causes people to withdraw and hide their authentic selves. By employing a compassionate and evidence-based approach through Control Mastery Theory, Dr. Bush strives to help his clients find relief from these debilitating feelings, allowing them to cultivate a healthy sense of pride in their identities. As a training analyst at the San Francisco Center for Psychoanalysis and a respected supervisor, teacher, and clinical researcher with the San Francisco Psychotherapy Research Group, his experience is vast and profound. His method is characterized by warmth, openness, and collaboration, reinforcing his belief that authenticity is crucial in the therapeutic relationship. Dr. Bush is genuinely invested in his clients' well-being and finds joy in aiding them on their journey toward greater happiness. He adapts his therapeutic strategies to meet the unique needs of each individual, creating a supportive environment where questions are welcomed and honest answers are a priority.