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Licensed to practice in California and accepts 22 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Mood Disorders and 4 more.

Lona Tu

(she/her)

LMFT, 7 years of experience
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I am honored to be a part of the journeys of people who want a better life. I have been part of journeys addressing anxiety, depression, grief, psychosis, trauma, relationships, multicultural issues, self-esteem, and much more. It is always a humbling experience to learn about and be trusted with the unique stories of my clients. I am always learning and growing with each person I work with. I really love my work as a therapist and can't imagine giving it up. Other than that, I love food, talking to people, playing games, coloring, and listening to people's unique stories of courage and strength!

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

You can expect us to go over the logistics of starting therapy, questions about receiving therapy services, what brought you into therapy and information about yourself, and finally what would you like to get out of therapy.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

I believe in working with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be shared freely. As a marriage and family therapist, I have a flexible and interactive approach to collaborate with you to work towards the self you want to be. We will work together to address your unique needs and circumstances.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My biggest strengths are my multicultural background, Cantonese ability, and experience working with people of all walks of life. Due to this, a constant part of my work with others is boundaries, understanding yourself and how to express yourself to others. Everyone has the right to feel heard, valued, connected and unique in a safe and confidential space.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Adults who can meet during my work hours of Monday-Friday 6am-2pm.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Coping Skills

Mood Disorders

Other specialties

Depression

Grief

Peer Relationships

Self Esteem

I identify as

Asian / Asian American

Person of Color (POC)

Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Licensed in

California

Accepts

Aetna

Aetna - ASR Health Benefits

Aetna - Allied Benefits

Aetna - Luminare

Aetna - Moda

Aetna - WebTPA

Aetna – HealthEZ

All Savers

AvMed

Cash - $150 per session

Golden Rule

Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

UnitedHealthcare/Optum

Optum

OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions

Oscar

Oxford

Surest (formerly Bind)

United Medical Resources

UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

Location

Virtual

, 20 ratings

2 ratings with written reviews

April 30, 2025

I love her. So compassionate, kind and solution oriented.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 49 with Lona

March 31, 2025

Great session

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 70 with Lona