It's that wonderful time of the year where good ol' Mom gets the special day she deserves so why not treat her to a night out on the town? Mothers are the universal symbol for endless love and affection and it's our job to make sure that at least one night out of the year she gets the royal treatment. So instead of the typical chocolates and flowers, we've come up with a variety of restaurants throughout the Bay Area that we think are Mother-worthy.

Berkeley

Summer Kitchen is a quaint restaurant stocked by local farms and ran by eco-conscious chefs and owners. The menu is chock-full of classic Americana meals and desserts that will transport you to a time and place almost forgotten.  It's casual dining made with a whole lot of love.

Elmwood Cafe is not only a well-known and respected family establishment, it's a small bit of history that sits on a corner lot in Berkley. The cafe itself was designed by famed architect John A. Bischoff and was originally a soda fountain shop in the early '20's and most of the interior of the cafe is from the original space. They make their soda in-house, along with their famous baked goods and coffee. Mom will appreciate the small-town ambiance so much so that she'll half-expect there to be a Bailey's Building and Loan right across the street.

San Francisco

Taqueria Los Coyotes in the Mission is authentic Mexican food at its best. At very reasonable prices, the menu is so vast that you'll be tempted to try dish after dish. And don't forget to treat your mom to a tasty pina colada or, a personal favorite, chavelas.

Tartine. Need we say more? Treat your mom to their world-famous bread and baked goods then take a stroll through Dolores Park.

Picaro specializes in authentic Spanish tapas and sangria, the perfect combination for the well-traveled Mom.

Burlingame

Mingalaba is located right on the main strip in downtown Burlingame and offers a mix of Burmese and Mandarin vegetarian dishes for the food-conscious Mom. After dinner, you can explore all of the different boutiques and shops that make up Burlingame Ave.

Taste In Mediterranean Food is the place to take the whole family, with hefty portions and a wide range of vegetarian and meat platters and items to choose from, everyone will find what they love.


Pleasanton

Nonni's Bistro offers artisan breakfasts and brunches with a European flare. And we all know that mothers love to go to brunch!

 
Mountain View

Cascal is Spanish tapas in an other-worldy, intimate setting; perfect for new and experienced parents alike for a little romance.

Sushi Tomi, located off of Castro Street, offers a large dinner menu of authentic Sushi and Japanese cuisine.

Los Altos

Los Altos Grill is where you can find slow, fire roasted rotisserie for a good, ol' fashioned meal. Ideal for both a family outing or an intimate dinner.

Sumika offers a seasonal, authentic Japanese menu which includes organic meats and veggies.

Campbell

Blue Line Pizza, sister restaurant to the famous Little Star Pizza in SF, does not disappoint if you've been a customer of the original. From deep-dish to buffalo wings to salads, their menu is designed to please even the pickiest eater. And don't forget to try one of their signature cocktails, like the blue agave margarita.


And don't forget to get her a little something that says "Thanks for being such a great Mom".

   









 

Love is in the air and with Valentine's Day just a few days away, we can't help but look around us and be thankful for the many kinds of love that surround us on a daily basis; parents and siblings who have made us who we are; friends and lovers who make it easier to be ourselves; sons and daughters, nephews and nieces who show us all of the possibilities that still lie ahead. So to celebrate those closest to your heart, why not get them something that will really make them smile? From watches to bracelets, necklaces to ballet flats, posters to knick-knacks, Therapy's got you covered this Valentine's Day! It's never too late for love!

 What can we say about 2011 without following it up with a big, grandiose 'Thank You!'? Nothing, really, because we owe our spectacular year to our customers, who are as assiduous in their love for all things Therapy as we are and that's a fantastically rare thing to have as a company. When Therapy first opened its doors way-back-when, we honestly couldn't imagine that we would become the large family we are today, filled with so many wonderful people who make everything worthwhile.

And with that gratitude comes the promise of bright and shiny new things! We will be heading out to several gift shows, as well as clothing markets, in the next couple of weeks which means you'll get to see tons of new stuff from the brands you love! We'll be sure to post on our Facebook when things start to arrive!

In the meantime, all locations are currently rolling out new clothes, accessories and other merchandise for the upcoming spring season! So make sure to stop by your local Therapy to peruse the racks for that next great find!


     

The halls have been decked, the stockings have been hung and the presents have been opened with excitement and joy that is only experienced one day a year, and now it is time to reflect on the year that is coming to a close. With new years resolutions looming, now is the perfect time to spoil the one person you didn't get to shop for this season: you! And what better way to do it than with a handcrafted time-teller, the classic accessory that is a staple in any wardrobe.


  

Meet the new year with precise timing found in a leather wrap watch or a stainless steel masterpiece. And if you couldn't think of the perfect gift for that special someone in your life, what better way to say 'it's about time I met you' than with one of our watches? Because the romanticism of a watch is endless; tracking the minutes and seconds before you're reunited with a loved one or investing in a classic piece in order to create a new tradition for future generations. A watch is something to be remembered by, it is a piece of structural genius and romantic sentiment that has been a subject of obsession for every connoisseur the minute they tried on their first watch. Isn't it about time to start your collection?

It's also time to be grateful; our family has had a wonderful year and every city we've become a part of is the reason for our good fortune. Our customers have our unwavering gratitude, so thank you for the support that we have from every person who comes through our doors everyday. And as a whole new year approaches, it's essential we take a step back and appreciate every moment and every person that made each day spectacular; all we can do is constantly say 'thank you'.

We look forward to each new season and we want to wish everyone a safe and happy new year; may all of your dreams come true in 2012!! Happy New Year!!!

No matter how the tradition began, it's what Thanksgiving has become that makes it an extraordinary holiday; a designated day for family and friends to gather at the dinner table and share what it is they are thankful for and to actually give thanks. It has also become a day of great charity, with thousands of Americans choosing to spend this day with those who may not have a dinner table to gather around and provide those who are in need with a warm meal and limitless compassion. It is these charities and selfless acts that have inspired us to help our neighbors in need; Therapy will be donating a total of $5,000 to four local charities:  Larkin Street Youth in San Francisco, the Ecumenical Hunger Program of East Palo Alto, Family Supportive Housing in San Jose and the East Oakland Community Project. Please click on the banners below to find out more about these amazing charities and how you can help, either monetarily or through volunteering.

                
 
So in the spirit of this wonderful day, we just want to extend our deepest gratitude to every customer that walks through our doors; without your constant support, we don't know where we'd be and that makes us forever thankful. We are so proud that we have the customers we have because, frankly, there aren't better people in the world than all of you. You have allowed us to continue to do what we love and to thrive in the most tumultuous economic time we've experienced since we first opened our doors and with that said, you'd be hard pressed to find a more grateful group than the people that make up Therapy. We have always understood that our customers make everything possible; it is because of you that we were able to open two new locations within a year of each other; it is because of you that we are able to support local artisans by carrying their products in our stores; it is because of you that we get to live decent lives in a time of struggle and sacrifice. We will never stop saying 'thank you' for being part of our growing family. From all of us here at Therapy, we want to wish you and yours a safe and happy Thanksgiving! May your stomachs be filled with delicious food, your home overflowing with friends and family, and all the joy you can shake a stick at.

Clothing as always been one of the most honest ways to express yourself, so of course the one item that covers all of that up can be considered the most revealing of them all. From fancy to everyday, heavy to light, we have coats galore for every type of person and weather forecast. Not only do they serve a very necessary function, they can also tell a story. We carry jackets from family-owned companies that were started at the turn of the century; some of our coats are produced by the same company who clothe the men and women who serve to protect our nation in the fire and police departments; some are inspired by cultures across the Atlantic. So stop into Therapy to discover that covering up can be the most fun.

     

With that said, we can't forget about our neighbors, no matter where they happen to be. Being a community and family-centered company, we do what we can to help those in need and recently the small rural town of Gilboa, New York (a place very dear to our hearts) was completely demolished by floods caused by Hurricane Irene only to leave many families homeless and in need of the basics of life. The surrounding towns of Bleiham, Middleburgh and Schoharie were devastated by this flood as well and there is only one school that serves this entire rural area, Gilboa-Conesville School, leaving it in desperate need of funding and clothing for the children affected by this natural disaster.

There really is no other answer than 'yes' when asked to help a child and we here at Therapy are in a very fortunate position to help the families of Gilboa by donating $10,000 to the Rebuild Gilboa Fund. That money will be going to the children of that area, grades K-12, most of whom survived with just the clothes on their back and now with the colder months arriving, they are in desperate need of warmer clothing. 

Please visit the official website for more information about a community who truly, sincerely needs help now:
www. RebuildGilboa.org

Join team Therapy! If you are passionate about your work, have demonstrated an ability to develop relationships with customers and co-workers, are able to perform well as a team player in a fast-paced, energetic environment, and always strive to achieve your goals, we would love to speak with you.

Therapy is a growing lifestyle retailer with locations in San Francisco, Burlingame, Mountain View, Campbell, Los Altos and Pleasanton. Want to know more about us? Read us on Yelp.com or ShopatTherapy.com, or better yet stop by one of our locations and get a sense of who we are and what we do. If you are confident that we're the right fit, please drop off your resume with your availability and 3 professional references to the open call in all three locations in San Francisco (Two on Valencia in the Mission and one in North Beach on Grant), Pleasanton, Burlingame, Mountain View, Los Altos and Campbell.

Must be able to work nights and weekends and a minimum of 25 hours a week. College students/graduates and prior experience in a boutique preferred.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package (including medical/dental/vision), 401(k) and profit sharing, tuition assistance, and a generous merchandise discount. Most of all, we offer you personal and professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment.


Open call Friday, October 7th at all of our locations (click on our 'Locations' tab for all addresses) 3-5pm, so bring your resume and let's meet!
But pretty please, no phone calls! Thank you!

There are only a handful of experiences a person can count as life-changing and we have to say that participating in this year's AIDS Walk in our beloved San Francisco was definitely one of those moments. The swelling energy of the crowds (an estimated 25,000 people in nearly 1,000 teams) was palpable; every age of every race of every background could be found in Golden Gate Park marching together for a singular purpose and honestly, it's hard to find something more beautiful than that. This year's walk raised $3,011,245 and Therapy is very proud to say that we were able to contribute $5,000 in the fight to find a cure. And because of the undeniable good this charity does, Therapy will participate in next year's SF AIDS Walk and we are calling on all Therapy-enthusiasts (or lovers of humanity or both!) throughout the Bay Area, or wherever you may reside, to join us at Golden Gate Park next year so that you, too, can experience this electrifying event!

July has been a month heavy with good tidings, and in turn, with gratitude. Not only were we lucky enough to be part of the AIDS Walk, but we were also voted the best boutique in Mountain View by readers of their local newspaper, the Mountain View Voice!! Being loved by our customers is good enough for us, but having it made official really hits the soft spot, leaving us full of pride over the fact that you chose us.  So a big thank you to everyone who voted!!! We are truly, truly grateful!

One last thing. It's become rather public news already, but we just want to give another shout out to our new city, Pleasanton! We will be opening up our 8th location hopefully by mid to late August on Main Street and we can't wait to see a gaggle of new and known faces when we have our grand opening! We will definitely keep everyone updated on exactly when we'll open and any other news that pops up.

 

There are many different types of fathers, from paternal to step fathers to father figures, but they all have one thing in common: they have the giant responsibility of being our teachers, mentors, biggest supporters, and most importantly, our examples for living a good life. So with Father's Day around the corner, we hope that you do your best to give Dad a day full of love, relaxation, TV sports and a gift he didn't know he couldn't live without.
                


Men are notorious for being difficult to shop for and father's are no different, but thankfully Therapy is here to help. We have something for every type of father: a Nixon watch for the serious sartorialist; a Ben Sherman button-up for the 'hip dad'; various man-books for cooking, laughs, and home improvement; an enormous amount of goof for the silly dad who loves inside-jokes; a conversational piece of wall art that doubles as a collectors item for the architecturally literate dad. So whatever fits his fancy, we are the one-stop shop for the original superhero.