Optum Therapists in West Hollywood, CA
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Bill Benson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Hollywood, CA 90046
It's stressful out there: Our day-to-day circumstances and the overall culture are dramatically shifting. The good news: You don't have to figure all this out alone. Solving emotional, relationship, social, or career challenges takes teamwork. I created The Mental Gym to help people like you increase their well-being. My 20+ year career has focused on strengthening my client's emotional resilience. Your reading this indicates you're ready to find solutions. Working together, we'll clarify goals, improve insight, and develop a solid action plan, so that you can confidently fulfill your potential - whatever the world throws at you.
It's stressful out there: Our day-to-day circumstances and the overall culture are dramatically shifting. The good news: You don't have to figure all this out alone. Solving emotional, relationship, social, or career challenges takes teamwork. I created The Mental Gym to help people like you increase their well-being. My 20+ year career has focused on strengthening my client's emotional resilience. Your reading this indicates you're ready to find solutions. Working together, we'll clarify goals, improve insight, and develop a solid action plan, so that you can confidently fulfill your potential - whatever the world throws at you.
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Modern Mind Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hollywood, CA 90046 (Online Only)
Modern Mind Therapy is a collective of practitioners dedicated to offering high quality psychotherapy to clients throughout California. We offer an array of online mental health services to meet your needs including individual psychotherapy, couple's counseling, and family therapy. At Modern Mind Therapy, we help empower clients to overcome life's toughest challenges and reach their highest potential. Through a client centered approach, our highly skilled therapists help create a treatment plan tailored to each clients' individual needs.
Modern Mind Therapy is a collective of practitioners dedicated to offering high quality psychotherapy to clients throughout California. We offer an array of online mental health services to meet your needs including individual psychotherapy, couple's counseling, and family therapy. At Modern Mind Therapy, we help empower clients to overcome life's toughest challenges and reach their highest potential. Through a client centered approach, our highly skilled therapists help create a treatment plan tailored to each clients' individual needs.
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Ron Mathew Samaan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
I'm a licensed psychotherapist practicing in California, with a Master's degree in counseling psychology. I counsel individuals from a wide range of cultural, racial, and ethnic groups. Although I work with an array of clients, I do specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ populations. My training and education make me especially qualified to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, panic, existential concerns, and attachment wounds. Whatever it is you are struggling with, my job is to assist you in changing your relationship with your pain - and help you become the person you want to become.
I'm a licensed psychotherapist practicing in California, with a Master's degree in counseling psychology. I counsel individuals from a wide range of cultural, racial, and ethnic groups. Although I work with an array of clients, I do specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ populations. My training and education make me especially qualified to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, panic, existential concerns, and attachment wounds. Whatever it is you are struggling with, my job is to assist you in changing your relationship with your pain - and help you become the person you want to become.
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Korbi Ghosh Biggins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90046
Korbi Ghosh Biggins is a licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in helping people dealing with depression, anxiety, pregnancy/postpartum/early parenting, substance abuse, self esteem and relationship issues. She provides clients with hope, and a safe environment to discuss the areas of their life which they are ready to work on and change. Korbi recognizes the significant influence that every person's past has on their present and the therapeutic benefits in exploring this, but she is also committed to assisting her clients in finding concrete and practical solutions to their current struggles and challenges.
Korbi Ghosh Biggins is a licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in helping people dealing with depression, anxiety, pregnancy/postpartum/early parenting, substance abuse, self esteem and relationship issues. She provides clients with hope, and a safe environment to discuss the areas of their life which they are ready to work on and change. Korbi recognizes the significant influence that every person's past has on their present and the therapeutic benefits in exploring this, but she is also committed to assisting her clients in finding concrete and practical solutions to their current struggles and challenges.
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I enjoy working with clients who are looking to explore new ways to understand themselves, their relationships, and the reasons for their distress. I think that most of our depression, anxiety, or trauma responses come from a place of protectiveness and if we can learn to have empathy for ourselves in these reactions, we can learn to choose when to double-down and when to let go.
I enjoy working with clients who are looking to explore new ways to understand themselves, their relationships, and the reasons for their distress. I think that most of our depression, anxiety, or trauma responses come from a place of protectiveness and if we can learn to have empathy for ourselves in these reactions, we can learn to choose when to double-down and when to let go.
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Steven (Ivan) Cospewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Steven (Ivan) Cospewicz; I'm an LCSW licensed in California, Nevada, and New York. I use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and a foundation in Motivational Interviewing, as well as Socratic Questioning. I focus diagnostically on mild to moderate anxiety and depression, as well as have experience in the more traditionally persistent diagnoses.
Hello, my name is Steven (Ivan) Cospewicz; I'm an LCSW licensed in California, Nevada, and New York. I use CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and a foundation in Motivational Interviewing, as well as Socratic Questioning. I focus diagnostically on mild to moderate anxiety and depression, as well as have experience in the more traditionally persistent diagnoses.
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Mark Gallo - Therapywerkz!
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90048 (Online Only)
After growing up in a small industrial town in Ohio, I earned a bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University in the nascent field of Psycholinguistics. Upon graduation I became an activist at its inception when West Hollywood became the “first gay city in the US”. As a manager of a major niteclub I'm proud to have the doors for guests and staff alike without regard to race, sexuality, gender identity, or abledness and my Practice reflects such inclusivity. I see primarily Adult Individuals of any age; as well as teens ranging in age from 14yo+; and Couples.
After growing up in a small industrial town in Ohio, I earned a bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University in the nascent field of Psycholinguistics. Upon graduation I became an activist at its inception when West Hollywood became the “first gay city in the US”. As a manager of a major niteclub I'm proud to have the doors for guests and staff alike without regard to race, sexuality, gender identity, or abledness and my Practice reflects such inclusivity. I see primarily Adult Individuals of any age; as well as teens ranging in age from 14yo+; and Couples.
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Mark Chaney-Gay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
The day to day can often lead to feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious for many people. For those dealing with physical disabilities, mental health or life challenges, navigating all of this can be even more challenging. Maybe you are facing a new disability or a continued one. Maybe you are LGBTQ and facing relationship or other stress. Maybe life has become overwhelming. You can meet these challenges.
The day to day can often lead to feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious for many people. For those dealing with physical disabilities, mental health or life challenges, navigating all of this can be even more challenging. Maybe you are facing a new disability or a continued one. Maybe you are LGBTQ and facing relationship or other stress. Maybe life has become overwhelming. You can meet these challenges.
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Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
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Anxiety Therapy with Jessica Jacoby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
Do you often feel anxious and worried? Or maybe you experience restlessness, and have a hard time settling down? Perhaps you find that your anxiety causes you to struggle with setting boundaries or forming meaningful connections with others? I feel you. I really, really do. That’s why I’m here to help. Therapy with me is more than just ‘therapy’ – it’s a lighthearted but intelligent way to transform those feelings of anxiety, restlessness, and worry into something meaningful. Together, we’ll blend intelligent and deep conversation with guided, deepening meditations, and intuitive body-mind connection exercises.
Do you often feel anxious and worried? Or maybe you experience restlessness, and have a hard time settling down? Perhaps you find that your anxiety causes you to struggle with setting boundaries or forming meaningful connections with others? I feel you. I really, really do. That’s why I’m here to help. Therapy with me is more than just ‘therapy’ – it’s a lighthearted but intelligent way to transform those feelings of anxiety, restlessness, and worry into something meaningful. Together, we’ll blend intelligent and deep conversation with guided, deepening meditations, and intuitive body-mind connection exercises.
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Andrew Saunders
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West Hollywood, CA 90069
I help people navigate the big choices in life, confront issues like depression and anxiety, and face down bigger problems like addiction or unresolved trauma. Maybe you sense something isn’t quite right — your job, your marriage, your personal relationships and want to get “back on track.” Together we can face difficult choices, move through the stages of change, and help you recover a sense of personal integrity. I work with couples, individuals, and sometimes families to improve communication, explore values, and address underlying issues which may be a source of conflict.
I help people navigate the big choices in life, confront issues like depression and anxiety, and face down bigger problems like addiction or unresolved trauma. Maybe you sense something isn’t quite right — your job, your marriage, your personal relationships and want to get “back on track.” Together we can face difficult choices, move through the stages of change, and help you recover a sense of personal integrity. I work with couples, individuals, and sometimes families to improve communication, explore values, and address underlying issues which may be a source of conflict.
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Tricia M Clemente
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
I welcome individuals of all backgrounds, orientations, and adults ages 15 and above. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment where clients feel accepted and understood. I have experience working with individuals struggling with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges. I have additional experience working with minority groups, as well as individuals in nonmonogamous/open/polyamorous relationships.
I welcome individuals of all backgrounds, orientations, and adults ages 15 and above. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment where clients feel accepted and understood. I have experience working with individuals struggling with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges. I have additional experience working with minority groups, as well as individuals in nonmonogamous/open/polyamorous relationships.
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I have worked since 2005 with clients with depression, stress, men's issues, and other life challenges, primarily in community mental health with marginalized and underserved communities. I see people seeking support for many difficulties, including:imposter syndrome, self-esteem, boundaries, vulnerability, shame, communication skills, difficulty asking for help or saying "no," and more. Reducing self-judgment will help you to make better decisions that are aligned with your core values. This will ultimately free you from negative thoughts or worries so you are more fully available for all the important things in your life.
I have worked since 2005 with clients with depression, stress, men's issues, and other life challenges, primarily in community mental health with marginalized and underserved communities. I see people seeking support for many difficulties, including:imposter syndrome, self-esteem, boundaries, vulnerability, shame, communication skills, difficulty asking for help or saying "no," and more. Reducing self-judgment will help you to make better decisions that are aligned with your core values. This will ultimately free you from negative thoughts or worries so you are more fully available for all the important things in your life.
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Jami E Woods
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, CAM-II
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Are you ready to make a change? It takes courage to ask for help. Therapy can be rewarding and lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I have experienced the emotional challenges of life and can understand and empathize. In working together, we can cultivate growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and develop solutions that can help you gain control over your life and achieve your goals. Ultimately, therapy can lead you to greater self-esteem, self-awareness and most importantly, a more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Are you ready to make a change? It takes courage to ask for help. Therapy can be rewarding and lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. I have experienced the emotional challenges of life and can understand and empathize. In working together, we can cultivate growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and develop solutions that can help you gain control over your life and achieve your goals. Ultimately, therapy can lead you to greater self-esteem, self-awareness and most importantly, a more fulfilling life.
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I work with couples, groups, and individuals. Do you isolate, feel misunderstood, or have difficult connecting to others? Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try - you can't catch a break? Have you been told you are "too sensitive" or "too intense"? Do you want to hide parts of yourself? Do you want to build more connection in your relationships? Do you find you and your partner continuing to argue about the same things? You are not alone. Often times our old wounds and experiences get in the way of living.
I work with couples, groups, and individuals. Do you isolate, feel misunderstood, or have difficult connecting to others? Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try - you can't catch a break? Have you been told you are "too sensitive" or "too intense"? Do you want to hide parts of yourself? Do you want to build more connection in your relationships? Do you find you and your partner continuing to argue about the same things? You are not alone. Often times our old wounds and experiences get in the way of living.
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Zehra Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
I am committed to helping those in need of emotional & mental support find the relief and peace they deserve. I believe that no matter what challenges you may be facing, healing and progress are possible. I am committed to providing support with life's challenges & transitions. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach & prioritizing your needs, I am down to earth & have an open communication style. I want to collaborate with you on your personal healing journey. Take that next step and call us today.
I am committed to helping those in need of emotional & mental support find the relief and peace they deserve. I believe that no matter what challenges you may be facing, healing and progress are possible. I am committed to providing support with life's challenges & transitions. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach & prioritizing your needs, I am down to earth & have an open communication style. I want to collaborate with you on your personal healing journey. Take that next step and call us today.
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Sarah Alkayali
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! I am a bilingual therapist with a passion for helping individuals and families thrive, my journey informs my approach. I was born and raised in Baghdad, Iraq, and moved to the States at the age of 17. This unique perspective allows me to bring empathy and understanding to my work as I understand the ebbs and flows of life's transitions; I've been there, I understand! I know that each person's story is different, and I’m here to listen to yours and help you find your way forward. Together, we'll embark on a voyage of self-discovery and transformation—a journey fueled by courage, curiosity, and compassion.
Accepting New Clients! I am a bilingual therapist with a passion for helping individuals and families thrive, my journey informs my approach. I was born and raised in Baghdad, Iraq, and moved to the States at the age of 17. This unique perspective allows me to bring empathy and understanding to my work as I understand the ebbs and flows of life's transitions; I've been there, I understand! I know that each person's story is different, and I’m here to listen to yours and help you find your way forward. Together, we'll embark on a voyage of self-discovery and transformation—a journey fueled by courage, curiosity, and compassion.
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ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR MEDICATONS MANAGEMENT ONLY -- We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. You enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR MEDICATONS MANAGEMENT ONLY -- We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. You enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
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Ever After Individual and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90046 (Online Only)
Are you stressed, worried, or struggling with your day to day feelings? Are you seeking support and guidance on your journey towards a happier and more fulfilling life? Welcome to Ever After, we provide a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. We understand that life's challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain, but we believe that everyone has the strength within themselves to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth.
Are you stressed, worried, or struggling with your day to day feelings? Are you seeking support and guidance on your journey towards a happier and more fulfilling life? Welcome to Ever After, we provide a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. We understand that life's challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain, but we believe that everyone has the strength within themselves to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth.
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Erica Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients coming from a diverse range of backgrounds and I am passionate about helping my clients work through life challenges in order to improve on their emotional well-being, develop human growth, clarity and live a meaningful life.
I enjoy working with clients coming from a diverse range of backgrounds and I am passionate about helping my clients work through life challenges in order to improve on their emotional well-being, develop human growth, clarity and live a meaningful life.
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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