Pediatricians & Child Psychologists in San Francisco, California

There are 133 pediatric and child mental health providers listed in San Francisco, California on Parenting Pathway, including pediatricians, child psychologists and child psychiatrists. Compare addresses, opening hours, phone numbers and accessibility details below, then contact the practice directly to check availability, waiting times and which insurance plans they accept.

Finding pediatric care in San Francisco

Francisco families are served by UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, one of the leading pediatric hospitals in the country, as well as pediatric care at Zuckerberg San Francisco General, Kaiser Permanente and California Pacific Medical Center.

Because demand is high, some practices have waiting lists. Ask whether a pediatrician accepts Medi-Cal or your private plan, whether they offer telehealth and how long waits are for behavioral referrals. California's Early Start program offers free evaluations for children under 3.

Back to California

Listed here: 39 pediatricians, 46 child psychologists, 48 child psychiatrists.

Support for families in California

Worried about a baby or toddler? If your child is under 3, you can contact Early Start, the early intervention program for California, directly. Evaluations are free and you do not need a referral from a doctor. Children aged 3 and over can be evaluated for free through your local public school district.

Help with costs: Children in California may qualify for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or CHIP, which covers checkups and many mental health services. You can check eligibility at InsureKidsNow.gov.

Not sure who your child should see? Try our free child development milestone checker or read pediatrician vs child psychologist vs child psychiatrist.

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