Licensed to practice in California and accepts 58 insurances. Specializes in Addiction, Serious Mental Illness, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.
Adelyn Helfand
(she/her)
I’m a holistic, trauma-informed therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of mental health and substance use. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck—exhausted by cycles of relapse, emotional pain, or instability. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where we can explore your story, uncover patterns, and develop tools for lasting change. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a deep respect for your unique experiences, empowering you to heal, connect, and create a life aligned with your values.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we’ll focus on creating a space where you feel safe and free to be yourself—where you can notice your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Together, we’ll explore what matters most to you—your values—and begin building a plan that helps you take committed action toward the life you want, even when difficult emotions or challenges arise.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
What stands out about my therapeutic approach is the way I integrate holistic care with proven, evidence-based therapies like ACT, tailoring everything to fit each person’s unique story and goals. I focus on your strengths and motivations, using mindfulness and practical strategies to help you build resilience and navigate life’s challenges. Clients often tell me that this approach feels empowering because it honors where they are while guiding them toward meaningful, lasting change aligned with their values
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are people who are ready to face the challenges of mental health and substance use but may feel stuck or overwhelmed by the cycle of relapse, anxiety, or emotional pain. They want a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to explore their experiences and develop new ways to cope and heal. Together, we’ll work on understanding your story, breaking harmful patterns, and building the tools and hope you need to move forward—at a pace that feels right for you.
Specialties
Top specialties
Addiction
Serious Mental Illness
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Crisis Intervention
Depression
Family Conflict
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Personality Disorders
I identify as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter from Health Net
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
Sutter Health Plan
IHSS Healthy Workers
Cash - $200 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Scripps Health Plan
Sharp Health Plan
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have extensive experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat addiction focusing on identifying and changing the thought patterns that drive harmful behaviors. In my practice, I help clients recognize triggers, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and develop healthy coping strategies. CBT provides clients with practical tools that support long-term recovery and relapse prevention."
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I focus on understanding your unique story—what you’ve been through, what has worked for you in the past, and what challenges keep showing up.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients increase psychological flexibility and live in alignment with their values. My approach focuses on mindfulness skills to accept difficult thoughts and emotions without judgment, while committing to behavior changes that support recovery. ACT empowers clients to tolerate discomfort, reduce avoidance patterns, and make choices that foster long-term wellbeing.
Mind-body approach
I use a mind-body approach to address the connection between physical, emotional, and mental health in addiction recovery. This includes mindfulness, breathing techniques, and somatic awareness to help regulate the nervous system and reduce stress. By integrating these practices with traditional therapy, clients build resilience, improve self-awareness, and strengthen their ability to manage cravings and triggers.
Trauma Informed Care
I use a trauma-informed care approach that prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment, recognizing the impact trauma can have on addiction and recovery. My practice focuses on creating a supportive environment, avoiding re-traumatization, and helping clients develop coping skills to manage triggers. This approach allows clients to process experiences at their own pace while building a strong foundation for lasting change.
2 ratings with written reviews
February 15, 2026
I appreciated her willingness to listen in our first session. She was understanding and open to creating a path of growth forward. Thank you.
Verified client, age 55-64
August 31, 2025
I just wanted to say that she did such a good job I was able to open up to her and felt so comfortable. I can’t wait to see what the future holds thank again Adelyn look forward to are next session