Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
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Joni Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90034 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with people who may be struggling with anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions and medical illness.
Welcome! I’m Joni, a licensed therapist with a breadth of experience providing therapy to people going through a variety of life’s challenges. I approach our space with curiosity, kindness and a genuine belief that everyone has the capacity for change, growth and healing. My goal is to be a safe space for you to feel seen, heard, and explore ways to better get to know yourself, your emotions, and the skills you have to manage what life throws your way.
I specialize in working with people who may be struggling with anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions and medical illness.
Welcome! I’m Joni, a licensed therapist with a breadth of experience providing therapy to people going through a variety of life’s challenges. I approach our space with curiosity, kindness and a genuine belief that everyone has the capacity for change, growth and healing. My goal is to be a safe space for you to feel seen, heard, and explore ways to better get to know yourself, your emotions, and the skills you have to manage what life throws your way.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys helping individuals find their path of joy by understanding the past, finding their voice in the present, and mapping out hope for the future. I can help you develop coping skills when facing unexpected and demanding situations so that you are able to move forward on your own path and at your own pace. Whether it’s adjusting to a new job or relationship, grieving the loss of a loved one, or managing life’s anxiety, I strongly believe that everyone has the ability to heal, grow and move forward.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys helping individuals find their path of joy by understanding the past, finding their voice in the present, and mapping out hope for the future. I can help you develop coping skills when facing unexpected and demanding situations so that you are able to move forward on your own path and at your own pace. Whether it’s adjusting to a new job or relationship, grieving the loss of a loved one, or managing life’s anxiety, I strongly believe that everyone has the ability to heal, grow and move forward.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and I have been practicing for the last 9 years. I have extensive experience working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, relationship struggles, and difficult life transitions. My goal is to assist my clients in improving their lives by taking a holistic, client-centered, integrative approach that is culturally affirming. I strive to create a safe space that is collaborative, non-judgmental, and strength-based, which aids in promoting healing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and I have been practicing for the last 9 years. I have extensive experience working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma, addiction, grief and loss, relationship struggles, and difficult life transitions. My goal is to assist my clients in improving their lives by taking a holistic, client-centered, integrative approach that is culturally affirming. I strive to create a safe space that is collaborative, non-judgmental, and strength-based, which aids in promoting healing.
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Overall, my experiences have been working with children and families who have undergone many losses, child abuse, grief issues, separation, depressive symptoms, PTSD, family and relationship issues, domestic violence, substance use/abuse, involvement with court and government agencies and changes of life.
Bi-lingual: Korean-American Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles County - Just minutes from Koreatown and Hancock Park area.
Although looking in the mirror may not seem so difficult, looking beyond what is on the surface and into our souls - it can be. What everyone sees on the outside may not be how it feels inside. What seems small to others may be life changing for you.
How do you cope with what life brings to you? How is it working for you?
Overall, my experiences have been working with children and families who have undergone many losses, child abuse, grief issues, separation, depressive symptoms, PTSD, family and relationship issues, domestic violence, substance use/abuse, involvement with court and government agencies and changes of life.
Bi-lingual: Korean-American Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles County - Just minutes from Koreatown and Hancock Park area.
Although looking in the mirror may not seem so difficult, looking beyond what is on the surface and into our souls - it can be. What everyone sees on the outside may not be how it feels inside. What seems small to others may be life changing for you.
How do you cope with what life brings to you? How is it working for you?
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Audrey Barbara Karitani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064 (Online Only)
I understand it can feel uncomfortable to discuss your mental health concerns and I’m here to create a safe and comfortable space for you to do just that while keeping your best interest in mind and ensuring your confidentiality. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship stress, gender identity issues, major life transitions, highly sensitive individuals, PMDD, postpartum, chronic illness, grief, and trauma. My goal is to provide mental health care to individuals of all ages, couples, and families and my approach is to understand what matters to you.
I understand it can feel uncomfortable to discuss your mental health concerns and I’m here to create a safe and comfortable space for you to do just that while keeping your best interest in mind and ensuring your confidentiality. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, relationship stress, gender identity issues, major life transitions, highly sensitive individuals, PMDD, postpartum, chronic illness, grief, and trauma. My goal is to provide mental health care to individuals of all ages, couples, and families and my approach is to understand what matters to you.
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Hello, my name is Gabby Garcia, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Therapist who’s been in the field for 5+ years. My approach to helping clients is through a variety of interventions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy. I specialize in working with women dealing with fertility issues, maternal mental health, and grief and loss. My goal is to meet you where you’re at, to first understand your background and what makes you unique. I’d tailor my approach based on the areas that you would like to work on.
Hello, my name is Gabby Garcia, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Therapist who’s been in the field for 5+ years. My approach to helping clients is through a variety of interventions, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy. I specialize in working with women dealing with fertility issues, maternal mental health, and grief and loss. My goal is to meet you where you’re at, to first understand your background and what makes you unique. I’d tailor my approach based on the areas that you would like to work on.
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Dr. Hadley is a clinical psychologist with more than 23 years of experience, specializing in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, chronic medical conditions, grief and loss, death and dying, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and spirituality. She believes that the relationship and connection between a client and therapist are essential to successful therapy. Her goal is to create a welcoming, trusting space where you can explore the deepest parts of yourself, to question, challenge, heal, forgive, and grow.
Dr. Hadley is a clinical psychologist with more than 23 years of experience, specializing in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, chronic medical conditions, grief and loss, death and dying, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and spirituality. She believes that the relationship and connection between a client and therapist are essential to successful therapy. Her goal is to create a welcoming, trusting space where you can explore the deepest parts of yourself, to question, challenge, heal, forgive, and grow.
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Dr. Kawai is particularly passionate about treating childhood behavior issues, autism and other developmental disorders, and ADHD. Her expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy is instrumental in addressing these concerns, helping children and adolescents develop essential skills and improve their quality of life. She also has significant experience in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and grief, ensuring that her clients receive comprehensive care that addresses both immediate symptoms and underlying issues. In her practice, Dr.
Dr. Kawai is particularly passionate about treating childhood behavior issues, autism and other developmental disorders, and ADHD. Her expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy is instrumental in addressing these concerns, helping children and adolescents develop essential skills and improve their quality of life. She also has significant experience in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and grief, ensuring that her clients receive comprehensive care that addresses both immediate symptoms and underlying issues. In her practice, Dr.
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Ermelinda Garza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
Description Hello, I’m Ermelinda. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, children, adolescents, and couples. Do you feel stuck, tired, and not being able to function in your daily life? Are you struggling to balance work, relationships, and life? Many times, we experience loss, grief, anxiety, stress, and depression.
Description Hello, I’m Ermelinda. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, children, adolescents, and couples. Do you feel stuck, tired, and not being able to function in your daily life? Are you struggling to balance work, relationships, and life? Many times, we experience loss, grief, anxiety, stress, and depression.
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Spenser Sussan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90034 (Online Only)
We'll chat about the things that impact you like relationships, work, loss, grief, and even how we're getting along.
I'm here to create a safe place for you to explore. My goal is to help you feel important, understood, and comfortable. We'll build trust and explore your life together, finding peace and growth. I'm dedicated to empowering individuals to explore the complexities of their lives and personal experiences, leading them toward awareness and personal growth. I strongly believe that nurturing a healthy self-relationship is essential and is the key to navigating the world authentically and finding lasting happiness.
We'll chat about the things that impact you like relationships, work, loss, grief, and even how we're getting along.
I'm here to create a safe place for you to explore. My goal is to help you feel important, understood, and comfortable. We'll build trust and explore your life together, finding peace and growth. I'm dedicated to empowering individuals to explore the complexities of their lives and personal experiences, leading them toward awareness and personal growth. I strongly believe that nurturing a healthy self-relationship is essential and is the key to navigating the world authentically and finding lasting happiness.
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Mariam Aldaz Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Hello, my name is Mariam I am here to help support and assist you with learning healthier ways of coping with personal challenges and overcoming life’s obstacles. My focus is on my client’s potential for growth, self-actualization, and positive change. I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with life transition, adjustment, marital problems, grief, anxiety, depression, worries and stress related to homelife and work.
Mariam Aldaz Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Hello, my name is Mariam I am here to help support and assist you with learning healthier ways of coping with personal challenges and overcoming life’s obstacles. My focus is on my client’s potential for growth, self-actualization, and positive change. I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with life transition, adjustment, marital problems, grief, anxiety, depression, worries and stress related to homelife and work.
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I have worked with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, grief or loss issues, sexual assault victims, domestic violence, and separation issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist providing services to clients within the State of California. I have over 19 years of experience providing services to adults, children, couples, families, and groups in a variety of settings. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for clients while using a combination of client-centered, solution-focused, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral modalities. The most common approaches used will include but not be limited to client-centered, solution-focused, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
I have worked with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, grief or loss issues, sexual assault victims, domestic violence, and separation issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist providing services to clients within the State of California. I have over 19 years of experience providing services to adults, children, couples, families, and groups in a variety of settings. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for clients while using a combination of client-centered, solution-focused, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral modalities. The most common approaches used will include but not be limited to client-centered, solution-focused, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.
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Carmen Spears
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Grief and Loss Therapy and Trauma Therapy is not for the weak. Chances are you need a therapist that can truely handle these intense topics. Grief and Loss can leave you with many unanswered questions and feeling like no one understands. Having someone supportive through this journay can help you to not feel so alone. Trauma can cause you to have nightmares or flashabcks from past trauma. You may be easily triggered and can’t get certain memories out of your head. Together through therapy, we'll work on finding healthy ways to unpack your trauma gently and/or compasionately process your emotions about your grief and loss.
Grief and Loss Therapy and Trauma Therapy is not for the weak. Chances are you need a therapist that can truely handle these intense topics. Grief and Loss can leave you with many unanswered questions and feeling like no one understands. Having someone supportive through this journay can help you to not feel so alone. Trauma can cause you to have nightmares or flashabcks from past trauma. You may be easily triggered and can’t get certain memories out of your head. Together through therapy, we'll work on finding healthy ways to unpack your trauma gently and/or compasionately process your emotions about your grief and loss.
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Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90036
This may involve learning to establish boundaries, navigating through loss or life transitions, or addressing patterns of behavior that may be hindering your progress.
Does life feel difficult to navigate, whether it's personal relationships, career or finding purpose? Are you feeling stuck, lack of energy and low motivation? Do you struggle with overthinking, rumination, spiraling, impeding your ability to make lasting changes? In today's climate, many are struggling with heightened levels of anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, and facing uncertainty in navigating the complexities of relationships, careers, and overall life. Neglecting your own needs, lack of purpose, & past trauma can potentially result in enduring challenges for both your mental and physical well-being.
This may involve learning to establish boundaries, navigating through loss or life transitions, or addressing patterns of behavior that may be hindering your progress.
Does life feel difficult to navigate, whether it's personal relationships, career or finding purpose? Are you feeling stuck, lack of energy and low motivation? Do you struggle with overthinking, rumination, spiraling, impeding your ability to make lasting changes? In today's climate, many are struggling with heightened levels of anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, and facing uncertainty in navigating the complexities of relationships, careers, and overall life. Neglecting your own needs, lack of purpose, & past trauma can potentially result in enduring challenges for both your mental and physical well-being.
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I have extensive experience in anxiety, relationship conflicts, depression, life transitions, grief, bereavement, stress and end-of-life issues.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on working together with my clients to find a path where they can better navigate through life. I believe the key to successful and effective therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My goal is to provide you with a safe and trusted space where we can explore your feelings and thoughts in a judgement free environment. It is my hope to help you find skills and coping tools to relieve your anxiety, stress and pain so you can grow and develop.
I have extensive experience in anxiety, relationship conflicts, depression, life transitions, grief, bereavement, stress and end-of-life issues.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focused on working together with my clients to find a path where they can better navigate through life. I believe the key to successful and effective therapy is the relationship between the client and therapist. My goal is to provide you with a safe and trusted space where we can explore your feelings and thoughts in a judgement free environment. It is my hope to help you find skills and coping tools to relieve your anxiety, stress and pain so you can grow and develop.
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Rufina is passionate about addressing midlife and later life transitions, grief, and health psychology. She specializes in working with clients dealing with bipolar disorder, obsessivecompulsive disorder, and postpartum depression/anxiety. Her extensive experience in couples and family therapy enables her to assist clients in improving their relationships and communication skills, fostering a more harmonious family dynamic.
Rufina is passionate about addressing midlife and later life transitions, grief, and health psychology. She specializes in working with clients dealing with bipolar disorder, obsessivecompulsive disorder, and postpartum depression/anxiety. Her extensive experience in couples and family therapy enables her to assist clients in improving their relationships and communication skills, fostering a more harmonious family dynamic.
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Doug Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
It should be an empowering process to get help with stress, self-esteem, grief, trauma, codependency, life coaching, or marriage counseling.
My approach blends years of experience with natural compassion, humor and insight. I'm not a passive therapist. I'm interactive in sessions, using a holistic, relational approach with techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and narrative. I specialize in helping re-wire patterned thinking in your brain through talk therapy. Without a bunch of clinical jargon, we have relatable conversations in session where I will both nurture you and challenge you when needed. We stay in the present to shift behaviors and ways of thinking, while also getting to the root of the issues and feelings by understanding and processing them at the core.
It should be an empowering process to get help with stress, self-esteem, grief, trauma, codependency, life coaching, or marriage counseling.
My approach blends years of experience with natural compassion, humor and insight. I'm not a passive therapist. I'm interactive in sessions, using a holistic, relational approach with techniques from CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and narrative. I specialize in helping re-wire patterned thinking in your brain through talk therapy. Without a bunch of clinical jargon, we have relatable conversations in session where I will both nurture you and challenge you when needed. We stay in the present to shift behaviors and ways of thinking, while also getting to the root of the issues and feelings by understanding and processing them at the core.
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I help individuals adjust and cope with life changes, grief and loss, chronic stress, institutional betrayal, caregiving burden, creative blockages, performance and career concerns, perinatal mental health, changes in health, anti-black racism, gender-based discrimination and other forms of cultural marginalization, spiritual abuse and exploitation, and mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety and depression.
I help individuals adjust and cope with life changes, grief and loss, chronic stress, institutional betrayal, caregiving burden, creative blockages, performance and career concerns, perinatal mental health, changes in health, anti-black racism, gender-based discrimination and other forms of cultural marginalization, spiritual abuse and exploitation, and mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety and depression.
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Samantha Stermon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
Description Do you wonder if your life could feel better than it currently does? I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, including postpartum anxiety and depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, and other life challenges. Therapy can help you create a sense of safety and nurturing within, whether you’ve lost that feeling along the way or never had it to begin with. I strongly believe in the brain’s tendency towards resilience and its innate ability to heal itself with support.
Description Do you wonder if your life could feel better than it currently does? I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, including postpartum anxiety and depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, and other life challenges. Therapy can help you create a sense of safety and nurturing within, whether you’ve lost that feeling along the way or never had it to begin with. I strongly believe in the brain’s tendency towards resilience and its innate ability to heal itself with support.
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Finding Serenity Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90067 (Online Only)
Have you been moving through life wearing the mask for the role you’re playing. The constant struggle to ‘be more,’ ‘be better’ to hide your needs behind a veil of ‘who you’re supposed to be’ is exhausting. You could be experiencing anxiety, stress, and difficult life transitions-you could be struggling with grief or loss-but one thing is certain-the masks you’re wearing are keeping you from the life you want. You’re not alone. Acknowledging the experiences, situations, and history that led you here is the first step to healing. We believe you have the power within you to make a change that will transform your life so you can
Have you been moving through life wearing the mask for the role you’re playing. The constant struggle to ‘be more,’ ‘be better’ to hide your needs behind a veil of ‘who you’re supposed to be’ is exhausting. You could be experiencing anxiety, stress, and difficult life transitions-you could be struggling with grief or loss-but one thing is certain-the masks you’re wearing are keeping you from the life you want. You’re not alone. Acknowledging the experiences, situations, and history that led you here is the first step to healing. We believe you have the power within you to make a change that will transform your life so you can
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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.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy