Licensed to practice in California and accepts 30 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Health/Medical Issues and 8 more.
Kathy Hefner-Borman
(she/her)
I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist who focuses on creating a safe, supportive space where people can explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change. My approach blends evidence-based practices with genuine connection to help clients build insight, resilience, and confidence. My style is collaborative and empathetic, communicating in a way that feels grounding and approachable. This combination makes clients feel both heard and guided.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we'll spend time getting to know each other and discussing what brings you to therapy. I'll ask about your goals, your current concerns, and any background information that helps me understand your situation. We'll talk about how therapy works, what you can expect of me, and what you're hoping to achieve. By the end of the session, we'll have a clearer sense of your needs and a plan for how we can move forward together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strength is my warm, structured, and client-centered approach. I create a safe, supportive space while providing clear guidance, helping clients feel both understood and empowered.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are individuals who are ready to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and who are open to building practical skills that support meaningful change. I especially enjoy working with people seeking clarity, motivation, and healthier coping strategies.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Health/Medical Issues
Other specialties
Chronic Illness
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
Grief
Life Transitions
Older Adults
Peer Relationships
I identify as
Christian
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
AvMed
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Cash - $100 per session
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
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 use CBT to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, learn healthier ways of thinking, and practice coping skills that support positive change.
Motivational Interviewing
I use Motivational Interviewing by guiding clients to explore their own reasons for change, strengthening their motivation, and supporting their autonomy.
8 ratings with written reviews
June 15, 2026
Kathy is kind, a great listener, encouraging, thoughtful. She helps me set goals. She helps me feel like an ok person, processing things fairly well. Thankful for her.
Verified client, age 65+
June 1, 2026
My first session with Kathy was great. She is very warm, welcoming and easy to talk to. I look forward to my future sessions with her.
Verified client, age 45-54
April 1, 2026
Very understanding and supportive. Positive. Smart.