You’ve heard of the concept of "retail therapy," but San Francisco’s Therapy Stores have a slightly different spin on the idea. Established in 1994, this family-owned chain of quirky boutiques donates a portion of all sales to local food banks and charities, with a dozen locations up and down the West Coast. 

At its Telegraph Hill location, Therapy Stores has branched out from antiques to offer one-of-a-kind gifts, artisan jewelry, whimsical housewares and stylish clothing for men and women. In an age of online shopping, Therapy Stores provides the pleasure of browsing the aisles and stumbling across that one special statement piece for your home or wardrobe. The shop sources its clothes and art from local stylists and artisans, which means you’re helping to support local creative types, as well as local charities. What’s not to love about that?