How online therapy works
You meet with a licensed therapist over secure video. Same treatment you'd get in an office, just without the drive. You can be anywhere in California.
No commitment. Just a fit check.
Does online therapy actually work?
People ask us this a lot, so here's what the research says. A 2020 meta-analysis in the Journal of Anxiety Disorders compared online CBT to in-person CBT across 17 randomized controlled trials. The outcomes were equivalent for both anxiety and depression.
The American Psychological Association reviewed the telehealth research in 2021 and came to the same conclusion: video therapy works for most common mental health conditions. They now recommend it as a standard way to do therapy, not a backup plan.
A lot of our clients tell us it's actually easier to stick with. No commute, no waiting room, no rearranging your whole day.
What happens in a session
Therapy should not feel mysterious. Here is the shape most clients can expect, with room for your therapist to adjust the work to you.
First session
We talk through what brought you here, your history, and what you want to change. Assessments like the PHQ-9 or GAD-7 give us a baseline.
Your pace
You do not have to share everything right away. We build trust first, then choose goals that feel clear and realistic.
Ongoing care
Sessions may include CBT skills, exposure practice, processing, or between-session tools. We check in and adjust as we learn what helps.
Not sure where to start?
Request a free 15-minute consultation. We'll talk about what you're dealing with and whether we're a good fit.
Request a free 15-minute consultation→No cost. No pressure. We'll reply within one business day.
Types of therapy we use
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is how we help you notice the thought patterns that keep you stuck and build better ones. You'll learn to catch the loops (the catastrophizing, the "what ifs") and respond differently. It's one of the most researched forms of therapy, with strong evidence for anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
ERP is the gold-standard treatment for OCD. You gradually face the situations that trigger obsessive thoughts while learning not to act on compulsions. The anxiety drops on its own over time. It's uncomfortable at first, but about 70% of people with OCD get better with it.
Person-centered therapy
This is the part where your therapist actually listens. No agenda, no rushing to the next technique. You talk, we reflect, and you start to understand yourself more clearly. It works well on its own or alongside CBT and ERP.
Who is online therapy good for?
We work with adults and couples across California. Here's what we treat most often.
Anxiety
The racing thoughts, the tight chest, the dread that won't let up.
Depression
When getting out of bed feels like the hardest part of the day.
OCD
Unwanted thoughts on repeat. Rituals you can't stop. We treat this with ERP.
PTSD and trauma
Flashbacks, hypervigilance, emotional numbness. We go at your pace.
ADHD
Time management, focus, and the emotional stuff nobody talks about.
Relationship issues
Communication breakdowns, conflict patterns, trust. Individuals and couples.
We're licensed in California only. All sessions happen over secure video. You need to be physically in California during your session.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. A 2020 meta-analysis in the Journal of Anxiety Disorders found equivalent outcomes across 17 trials. Some people actually prefer it because they're more comfortable talking from home.
A computer, tablet, or phone with a camera and microphone, plus a stable internet connection. We use SimplePractice, which is HIPAA-compliant, so there's nothing to download. You'll get a link before each session.
Yes. We accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, and CIGNA. If you're in-network, you'd usually pay your plan's copay. If you're not using insurance, private pay is $125 per session for individuals and $175 for couples. If your plan isn't listed, we can give you a superbill to submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Start with a free consultation. We'll talk about what you're dealing with and match you with the therapist whose training and style fit. If it doesn't feel right after a few sessions, we'll help you switch.
Want to see if we're a good fit?
Request a free consultation. We'll listen to what's going on and tell you honestly whether we can help.
Request a free 15-minute consultation→No commitment.