Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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Walnut Creek, CA 94597

(925) 477-2725

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Managed by Grow Therapy. Your call or email may go to a representative.

I'm a telehealth therapist who's passionate about providing individualized treatment to fit my clients' specific goals. I have a compassionate, non-preachy approach but don't believe in letting my clients coast by without doing any self-work as I sit back, silently nodding. I am certified in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), both of which I offer via telehealth. I believe that central to our struggles are our unmet needs, some past, some current, which have led us to compulsive/addictive behaviors and unhealthy attachments.

I'm openly queer and love working with those in the queer, kink, and/or non-monogamous communities. My specialties include ADHD, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, all addictive behaviors, and trauma/PTSD. I offer individual and couples therapy, and support those of my clients who are striving to improve their relationship(s) and/or sex lives.

Together, let's find the root of your pain and attachment needs in order to heal and allow you to fully enjoy the present moment. This, I believe, is the definition of happiness and satisfaction. I'm here to listen and support you on your journey.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Elana Luban now - (925) 477-2725

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Walnut Creek, CA 94597

(925) 477-2725

Orange, CA 92868

I offer sessions online via video. I'm available all throughout the day on weekdays and on Sunday evenings.

I specialize in ADHD, Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+

$140 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

I'm looking forward to getting to know your story, listen, and hold space non-judgmentally and collaboratively to work on whatever you like.

Let's Connect (925) 477-2725

Managed by Grow Therapy. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Walnut Creek, CA 94597

(925) 477-2725

Orange, CA 92868

I offer sessions online via video. I'm available all throughout the day on weekdays and on Sunday evenings.

I specialize in ADHD, Trauma and PTSD and LGBTQ+

$140 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

I'm looking forward to getting to know your story, listen, and hold space non-judgmentally and collaboratively to work on whatever you like.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $140
Couple Sessions $140
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
EAP:Cigna
Out of Network

Aetna is the only insurance I take. If you pay out-of-pocket, I provide superbills and offer sliding-scale fees! Feel free to reach out to me and we can work out a fee that works for you.

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Aetna is the only insurance I take. If you pay out-of-pocket, I provide superbills and offer sliding-scale fees! Feel free to reach out to me and we can work out a fee that works for you.

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 125558 Elana Luban
In Practice for 6 Years
Membership with Bay Area Open Minds
Membership with American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists
Attended Yeshiva University - Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Master of Clinical Social Work, Graduated 2021

I completed my Master's in 2021 but began working in mental health 5 years prior as a behavior technician and substance use counselor.

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I completed my Master's in 2021 but began working in mental health 5 years prior as a behavior technician and substance use counselor.

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

ADHD
Trauma and PTSD
LGBTQ+

Expertise

Anxiety
Body Positivity
Consensual Non-Monogamy (ENM)
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Eating Disorders
Grief
Infidelity
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex Therapy
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Addiction
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Women's Issues

The main issues I can help you with are trauma (including complex trauma, for example years of spiritual abuse), PTSD/C-PTSD, sex/sexuality/kink, depression, anxiety, ADHD, addictive patterns. Are you questioning parts of your identity? Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel that you are "hunting dopamine" more than you would like to be? Let's work through that together with compassion and curiosity.

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Endorsement

Elizabeth 'davi' Pettit

Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT

Elana is deeply caring and compassionate and has a true passion for supporting her clients. Elana's approach is both grounded in theory and intuitive. I highly recommend Elana as a clinician for anyone looking for an authentic and knowledgeable provider.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Russian

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Russian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Existential
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Feminist
Humanistic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

The modalities that have been the most effective, in my experience, are EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic therapy, which basically means tuning into the bodily experience, not just the mind, when we process our feelings. For sex therapy clients, I typically draw from Sensate and Sensate Focus. If you have a different preferred intervention, let me know!

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Email me or call with questions - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Walnut Creek, CA 94597

(925) 477-2725

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Additional Location

Orange, CA 92868

(925) 477-2725

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Neighborhoods

I offer sessions online via video. I'm available all throughout the day on weekdays and on Sunday evenings.

Take the first step to help. Call now - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I offer sessions online via video. I'm available all throughout the day on weekdays and on Sunday evenings.

Take the first step to help. Call now - (925) 477-2725

Elana Luban

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW