Absolutely. The therapeutic relationship is crucial to healing. If you feel like you need a different fit after meeting your therapist, we’re happy to help you connect with another team member. No hard feelings, just better care.

Each therapist has different areas of focus. Some specialize in teens and young adults, others work primarily with adults and couples, and some focus on families. We’ll help match you with the right fit.

We accept most major insurance plans and also offer sliding scale options. View our Rates and Insurance page here.

Yes! Cash paying gives us more freedom in our sessions. They can last longer. It’s especially useful for relationship and marriage sessions that way there is more time for everyone to get the most out of the sessions.

These are different types of mental health licenses in California. LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) are fully licensed. AMFT (Associate Marriage and Family Therapist) and ACSW (Associate Clinical Social Worker) are pre-licensed clinicians working under supervision. All provide excellent, professional care.

Both are fully qualified to provide exceptional care. Here’s the real difference:

Associate therapists (AMFT, ACSW) aren’t students or trainees. They’re fully qualified professionals who have:

• Completed the exact same master’s degree programs as licensed therapists
• Passed the same comprehensive exams
• Completed extensive clinical practicums during their graduate training
• Met California’s rigorous educational requirements for therapist licensure

The only difference? They’re completing the state-mandated 3,000 hours of supervised clinical practice required for independent licensure in California. This process typically takes 2 to 3 years of full-time work.

Think of it like this: A physician completes medical school, then completes their residency before practicing independently. Associate therapists have their degree. They’re doing their “residency” while providing excellent care.

The supervision requirement is actually an asset. Your associate therapist has ongoing access to clinical consultation from licensed supervisors. That means more expertise supporting your treatment, not less. They’re receiving regular guidance on complex cases, staying current on best practices, and benefiting from collaborative clinical support.

Licensed therapists (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) have completed all 3,000 supervision hours and hold independent licenses, often with additional years of post-licensure experience.

The rate difference reflects where they are in the licensure process and years of experience, not their education, competence, or dedication to your healing. Both our associates and licensed therapists bring the same level of skill, compassion, and commitment to your care.

Many clients specifically choose to work with associates and maintain those therapeutic relationships for years. You’re in excellent hands with any therapist on our team.

Yes, several team members specialize in working with preteens, teens, and young adults, as well as supporting parents. We use age-appropriate approaches tailored to younger clients.