Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 53 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD
Eileen Bandaos
(she/her)
Background: I am a compassionate therapist who deeply values the trust and connection built in our work together. My practice is rooted in creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and truly cared for. I believe healing happens through meaningful conversations, gentle guidance, and the reassurance that you're never alone in whatever you're facing. My experience spans a range of therapeutic approaches, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Somatic Experiencing SE, Cognitive Behaioral therapy (CBT), Solution Focuse (SF) Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), interpersonal psychotherapy, exposure thrapy. Art therapy with children and Mindfulness therapy. ] allowing me to tailor sessions to each individual’s needs. I strive to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their personal growth. Somatic Experiencing SE, Cognitive Behaioral therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), interpersonal psychotherapy, exposure thrapy. Art therapy, and Mindfulness therapy. My PhD is in International Psychology and enjoy working with people from all different backgrounds.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
My First Session with You: Clients can expect to go over their needs and begin to develop goals during the first session. I work collaboratively with clients to match past experiences, trauma, needs, and values with aspirations for a healthier future. We will go over what treatment could look like, discuss confidentiality, and establish a safe space for you to begin or continue working toward a healthier you.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My Focus: My work centers on supporting individuals through life’s transitions, emotional challenges, and moments of self-discovery. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationships, or personal growth, I aim to help you build confidence, find clarity, and reconnect with your own inner strength. My Communication Style: I strive to be warm, encouraging, and deeply present in our conversations. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself while receiving thoughtful insights and gentle guidance. I believe in balancing honesty with kindness, ensuring that our work together feels both meaningful and supportive. My Goals for You: Above all, I want you to feel seen, valued, and empowered. My hope is that through our work, you’ll gain a sense of emotional resilience, self-compassion, and confidence in navigating life’s ups and downs. Therapy is not just about working through struggles—it’s about rediscovering joy, connection, and the strength within you.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My Approach: I see therapy as a collaborative journey—one where we explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with curiosity and kindness. My approach blends evidence-based techniques with warmth and intuition, ensuring that our sessions feel not only helpful but also like a place where you can truly exhale and just be yourself. I
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
I identify as
White
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
California
Maryland
Nevada
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter from Health Net
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
CareFirst
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Administrators
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 - $125 per session
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Gold Coast Health Plan Total Care Advantage (HMO D-SNP)
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Commercial)
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)
SFHP Care Plus (HMO D-SNP)
San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Sharp Health Plan
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
Somatic
EMDR training, EMDR with ego state trauming , Somatic experiencing (SE), and ISP.
3 ratings with written reviews
November 8, 2025
As of session one I feel very understood by Eileen, and her questions were clear and took me in directions that were very helpful to fully express myself.
Verified client, age 25-34
October 18, 2025
Made our session comfortable, very respectful and straight forward.
Verified client, age 35-44
October 2, 2025
Trauma informed yet not afraid to say hard things. She is wonderful.