Optum Therapists in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA

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Jack Brennan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90025
We are all, at times, a patient: from the Latin, one who suffers. You might wonder what can be done? What use is it to understand why? To enter into analysis is to move from the position of patient to analysand: one who takes responsibility for one’s own suffering and for one’s own desire. Therapeutic action occurs through the production and analysis of dreams and speech, by the mobilization of your signs, signifiers, symbols and symptoms. The idiom “talking cure” was invented by the first users of this technology - the proverbial couch. My practice follows this ethos closely and facilitates treatment for a wide variety of maladies.
We are all, at times, a patient: from the Latin, one who suffers. You might wonder what can be done? What use is it to understand why? To enter into analysis is to move from the position of patient to analysand: one who takes responsibility for one’s own suffering and for one’s own desire. Therapeutic action occurs through the production and analysis of dreams and speech, by the mobilization of your signs, signifiers, symbols and symptoms. The idiom “talking cure” was invented by the first users of this technology - the proverbial couch. My practice follows this ethos closely and facilitates treatment for a wide variety of maladies.
(424) 243-7603 View (424) 243-7603
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Nicole Gabbay
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
Your relationship with your therapist is like no other relationship. My focus is to help you get to the root cause of your struggles. I find that healthy relationships are the key to psychological, physical, and spiritual health. I provide awareness into your behaviors, and the ability to see the underlying issues of why you're unsatisfied with your life. If you're having difficulty regulating your emotions when it comes to romantic relationships, or feel that you find yourself in the same relationship again and again, then you have come to the right place. I will help you get to the core of these issues
Your relationship with your therapist is like no other relationship. My focus is to help you get to the root cause of your struggles. I find that healthy relationships are the key to psychological, physical, and spiritual health. I provide awareness into your behaviors, and the ability to see the underlying issues of why you're unsatisfied with your life. If you're having difficulty regulating your emotions when it comes to romantic relationships, or feel that you find yourself in the same relationship again and again, then you have come to the right place. I will help you get to the core of these issues
(323) 968-5791 View (323) 968-5791
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Zoe Spears
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
Do you often struggle with interpersonal relationships and find yourself caught in similar relationship patterns that you can't get out of or struggle with feelings of high achievement anxiety? I help individuals and couples who want to work on creating and fostering healthy and fulfilling relationships and manage feelings of anxiety, perfectionism and people pleasing tendencies. Together we will work on gaining insight into why you feel stuck in repetitive patterns and identify the roots of these issues so that you can make empowering choices in your life and relationships.
Do you often struggle with interpersonal relationships and find yourself caught in similar relationship patterns that you can't get out of or struggle with feelings of high achievement anxiety? I help individuals and couples who want to work on creating and fostering healthy and fulfilling relationships and manage feelings of anxiety, perfectionism and people pleasing tendencies. Together we will work on gaining insight into why you feel stuck in repetitive patterns and identify the roots of these issues so that you can make empowering choices in your life and relationships.
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Latoya Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Hello, my name is Latoya Nelson, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 18 years of experience in working with at-risk youth, foster youth, transition-aged youth, and individuals who have previous experience growing up in foster care. I approach my clients with empathy, respect, and non-judgment. I recognize that each individual has their own unique experiences and challenges, and I actively listen to concerns and perspectives and take a collaborative and empowering approach to goal setting.
Hello, my name is Latoya Nelson, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 18 years of experience in working with at-risk youth, foster youth, transition-aged youth, and individuals who have previous experience growing up in foster care. I approach my clients with empathy, respect, and non-judgment. I recognize that each individual has their own unique experiences and challenges, and I actively listen to concerns and perspectives and take a collaborative and empowering approach to goal setting.
(424) 353-5258 View (424) 353-5258
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Erika Bischoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Change is possible and I believe that all individuals deserve the opportunity to create positive changes that will impact them throughout their lives. My role in the therapeutic process is to help clients explore patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are negatively impacting their lives and provide them skills to gain more control and build healthy and meaningful relationships. I strive to provide a creative and collaborative environment by which clients can reach their goals in a relatively short time.
Change is possible and I believe that all individuals deserve the opportunity to create positive changes that will impact them throughout their lives. My role in the therapeutic process is to help clients explore patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are negatively impacting their lives and provide them skills to gain more control and build healthy and meaningful relationships. I strive to provide a creative and collaborative environment by which clients can reach their goals in a relatively short time.
(310) 707-1486 View (310) 707-1486
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Laura Beann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
I approach psychotherapy from a whole-person perspective and I believe therapy, along with other practices, can help us awaken to a life of meaning. In therapy I will help you identify the source of your longing to be whole, and together, we will move closer to that source, so you become re-sourced. Together we will explore your innate natural cycles and help you align to your own rhythm, so that you might meet depletion with rest and energy with creativity.
I approach psychotherapy from a whole-person perspective and I believe therapy, along with other practices, can help us awaken to a life of meaning. In therapy I will help you identify the source of your longing to be whole, and together, we will move closer to that source, so you become re-sourced. Together we will explore your innate natural cycles and help you align to your own rhythm, so that you might meet depletion with rest and energy with creativity.
(424) 799-1686 View (424) 799-1686
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Ramin Nematollahi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90095  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you've made it this far - I want to congratulate you! It takes a lot of courage to seek out help from a friend, a relative or even a therapist. It is an intimidating task, but you are on your way! This process of change can be daunting and very frightening. As a therapist, I work with you as you venture on this new path. I work with individuals, couples, families and young adults in addressing their concerns from childhood trauma to depression, and anxiety. We will work to understand your current coping mechanism and decide if healthier options are available.
If you've made it this far - I want to congratulate you! It takes a lot of courage to seek out help from a friend, a relative or even a therapist. It is an intimidating task, but you are on your way! This process of change can be daunting and very frightening. As a therapist, I work with you as you venture on this new path. I work with individuals, couples, families and young adults in addressing their concerns from childhood trauma to depression, and anxiety. We will work to understand your current coping mechanism and decide if healthier options are available.
(424) 484-5214 View (424) 484-5214
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Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90025
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
(562) 268-1330 View (562) 268-1330
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Priscilla Altuve
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90095  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Priscilla Altuve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering telehealth services in California. My personal approach is to meet you where you are and take all parts of your life into consideration. This includes your mental, emotional, and physical experiences to help you identify ways to develop a healthier relationship with yourself and others.
Hello, my name is Priscilla Altuve. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering telehealth services in California. My personal approach is to meet you where you are and take all parts of your life into consideration. This includes your mental, emotional, and physical experiences to help you identify ways to develop a healthier relationship with yourself and others.
(818) 650-4231 View (818) 650-4231
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Sheena Bergeron
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024
My name is Sheena Bergeron, LMFT. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy with children and adolescents using different modalities including TFCBT, EMDR, and DBT. I have primarily worked with youth with complex trauma leading to diagnoses such as PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Some common symptoms addressed have been suicidal ideation, self-harm, defiance, and high levels of irritability. I come from an attachment-focused approach when working with youth, as well as being client-centered.
My name is Sheena Bergeron, LMFT. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy with children and adolescents using different modalities including TFCBT, EMDR, and DBT. I have primarily worked with youth with complex trauma leading to diagnoses such as PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Some common symptoms addressed have been suicidal ideation, self-harm, defiance, and high levels of irritability. I come from an attachment-focused approach when working with youth, as well as being client-centered.
(310) 321-4853 View (310) 321-4853
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Jarred Trusty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
(424) 358-3495 View (424) 358-3495
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Elham Shoa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
If you are a person of color (POC), in the LGBTQ community, and/or are non-monogamous/poly, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations for over 15 years. In working with a culturally competent therapist like me, you can focus on what brought you to therapy in the first place and not on explaining or “teaching” the nuances of your culture and sexuality. My expertise is in helping those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I’m trained in EMDR, an evidence-based therapy that treats trauma and other difficulties.
If you are a person of color (POC), in the LGBTQ community, and/or are non-monogamous/poly, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations for over 15 years. In working with a culturally competent therapist like me, you can focus on what brought you to therapy in the first place and not on explaining or “teaching” the nuances of your culture and sexuality. My expertise is in helping those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I’m trained in EMDR, an evidence-based therapy that treats trauma and other difficulties.
(424) 258-4949 View (424) 258-4949
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Blair Bishop
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024
My approach is warm and collaborative. I think that humor can be incredibly healing and I incorporate it when appropriate. I strongly believe that it's the authentic connection between the therapist and the client that ultimately is the most healing aspect of therapy - so my first priority is always creating a safe, cozy space where you can feel seen and understood without judgment. Once this is established, I focus on supporting your feelings, helping you reach new insights, and guiding you toward solutions to help you meet your goals.
My approach is warm and collaborative. I think that humor can be incredibly healing and I incorporate it when appropriate. I strongly believe that it's the authentic connection between the therapist and the client that ultimately is the most healing aspect of therapy - so my first priority is always creating a safe, cozy space where you can feel seen and understood without judgment. Once this is established, I focus on supporting your feelings, helping you reach new insights, and guiding you toward solutions to help you meet your goals.
(424) 375-7402 View (424) 375-7402
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Hilda Balakhane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
Being ready to get professional help is a sign of self awareness, readiness for self growth, personal freedom and feeling more in control. Finding the right therapist is essential in building rapport, trust, and open communication. I work together with my clients to explore dynamics related to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress, worries, health problems, financial anxieties, and sudden changes in life. I use a combination of techniques including psycho-dynamic, behavioral and cognitive theories, solution focused models, and mindfulness interventions to fit each individual client's needs.
Being ready to get professional help is a sign of self awareness, readiness for self growth, personal freedom and feeling more in control. Finding the right therapist is essential in building rapport, trust, and open communication. I work together with my clients to explore dynamics related to life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress, worries, health problems, financial anxieties, and sudden changes in life. I use a combination of techniques including psycho-dynamic, behavioral and cognitive theories, solution focused models, and mindfulness interventions to fit each individual client's needs.
(310) 742-9086 View (310) 742-9086
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Addison Golden
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
I am here to listen and understand you to support you in re-establishing a sense of peace and safety. Psychotherapy is a space where you can explore all parts of yourself without judgement. My approach is integrative utilizing EMDR, mindfulness, relational and insight-oriented modalities. You can expect me to be active while offering curiosity and compassion as we reflect on your past, consider the future, and navigate the present. Our time together can help you deepen your relationship with yourself, others and the world around you. I deeply value the therapeutic relationship and see it as a vehicle for change.
I am here to listen and understand you to support you in re-establishing a sense of peace and safety. Psychotherapy is a space where you can explore all parts of yourself without judgement. My approach is integrative utilizing EMDR, mindfulness, relational and insight-oriented modalities. You can expect me to be active while offering curiosity and compassion as we reflect on your past, consider the future, and navigate the present. Our time together can help you deepen your relationship with yourself, others and the world around you. I deeply value the therapeutic relationship and see it as a vehicle for change.
(310) 409-2879 View (310) 409-2879
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Miriam Saidian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024
If it feels like you're caught in an endless loop despite your best efforts, or if you're wrestling with intricate emotions and their origins, I'm here to help. Our past experiences have a way of resurfacing, seeking resolution and healing. I'll listen intently and share in your emotional journey. Together, we'll unravel how your past has woven into your present, guiding you towards understanding and growth.
If it feels like you're caught in an endless loop despite your best efforts, or if you're wrestling with intricate emotions and their origins, I'm here to help. Our past experiences have a way of resurfacing, seeking resolution and healing. I'll listen intently and share in your emotional journey. Together, we'll unravel how your past has woven into your present, guiding you towards understanding and growth.
(310) 407-7374 View (310) 407-7374
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Susan Seeck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90049
I work to empower my clients when they having difficulty so they can move on to achieve their goals. From the safe and confidential setting of my office, I work in a positive and supportive way with each client to assist him/her in gaining insights into challenging issues. In addition to helping clients decrease depression, anxiety, and stress, I enjoy helping couples with relationship issues, providing mindfulness skills, enhancing creativity, and assisting clients in coping with trauma/PTSD. I have experience with clients with bipolar issues, addictions, and abuse.
I work to empower my clients when they having difficulty so they can move on to achieve their goals. From the safe and confidential setting of my office, I work in a positive and supportive way with each client to assist him/her in gaining insights into challenging issues. In addition to helping clients decrease depression, anxiety, and stress, I enjoy helping couples with relationship issues, providing mindfulness skills, enhancing creativity, and assisting clients in coping with trauma/PTSD. I have experience with clients with bipolar issues, addictions, and abuse.
(424) 294-8993 View (424) 294-8993
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Richard Gadue, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Even as an experienced clinician, I approach each and every client as if they were my very first. You are an original. Coming to therapy, especially if it's you've never been, is a big decision to make. I will do my best to make you feel at home while bringing an acute interest in hearing your concerns with dynamic attention to your needs. In other words, we will form a lively dialogue meant to open up new perspectives that support growth and healing. Sometimes it will be hard. Sometimes it will be pleasurable. But it will always be infused with life.
Even as an experienced clinician, I approach each and every client as if they were my very first. You are an original. Coming to therapy, especially if it's you've never been, is a big decision to make. I will do my best to make you feel at home while bringing an acute interest in hearing your concerns with dynamic attention to your needs. In other words, we will form a lively dialogue meant to open up new perspectives that support growth and healing. Sometimes it will be hard. Sometimes it will be pleasurable. But it will always be infused with life.
(310) 945-5531 View (310) 945-5531
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Hina Javaid-Camua
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I prioritize creating a nurturing and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, validated, and supported in their journey towards healing and self-actualization. Whether grappling with individual challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, or navigating complex family dynamics such as communication breakdowns, conflicts, or intergenerational patterns, I am here to provide guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies for navigating life's obstacles. I strive to integrate cultural sensitivity and awareness into my therapeutic approach, honoring the diverse backgrounds and experiences of each client.
As a therapist, I prioritize creating a nurturing and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, validated, and supported in their journey towards healing and self-actualization. Whether grappling with individual challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, or navigating complex family dynamics such as communication breakdowns, conflicts, or intergenerational patterns, I am here to provide guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies for navigating life's obstacles. I strive to integrate cultural sensitivity and awareness into my therapeutic approach, honoring the diverse backgrounds and experiences of each client.
(310) 907-7747 View (310) 907-7747
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Cheryl S Turner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA 90024
People are my passion and I feel blessed to have found my calling. My background includes being a pastor's grandchild and having a military family, I have been a wife, and also a teacher. I am still a mother and a grandmother which all have led me to become a therapist. I began working in group homes, foster families, juvenile probation, private practice, schools, and the county jail. I have loved my jobs and feel blessed that, "I Get to go to work, I don't Have to go to work."
People are my passion and I feel blessed to have found my calling. My background includes being a pastor's grandchild and having a military family, I have been a wife, and also a teacher. I am still a mother and a grandmother which all have led me to become a therapist. I began working in group homes, foster families, juvenile probation, private practice, schools, and the county jail. I have loved my jobs and feel blessed that, "I Get to go to work, I don't Have to go to work."
(424) 544-5061 View (424) 544-5061
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?

In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.

How much does therapy cost with insurance?

The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.

What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?

An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.

Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?

It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.

What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?

HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.

What is a Superbill?

A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.

Does insurance cover Online therapy?

Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.

Does insurance cover Group therapy?

Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.

Does insurance cover Couples therapy?

Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.

What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?

Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.

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