Licensed to practice in California and accepts 71 insurances. Specializes in Addiction, Anger Management, Men's Issues and 10 more.
Hosson Hooper
(he/him)
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my master's from the University of California, Sacramento State, and have been practicing for 10 years. I help Individuals who are committed to personal growth and have a strong desire to explore their inner world and make positive changes. Are you someone who is ready to take a brave step towards emotional wellness and personal growth? Do you seek a compassionate guide to help you navigate through life's challenges? If this sounds like you, then you might just be my dream client!
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
In our sessions, we will work together to uncover your strengths, address your challenges, and create a personalized path to a more fulfilling life. I am here to support you with empathy, understanding, and a toolbox of effective therapeutic strategies.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with adolescents and adults that are dealing with anxiety, stress, or past trauma, and looking for ways to find peace and harmony in their life. My clients are eager to improve, but don't yet have the tools needed to make this goal a reality. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed and anxious about their life and decision making.
Specialties
Top specialties
Addiction
Anger Management
Men's Issues
Other specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
Gambling Addiction
Grief
Life Transitions
Military/Veterans
Mood Disorders
Substance Misuse
I identify as
Black / African American
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
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 - Medi-Cal
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
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
Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal)
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
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)
Health Plan of San Joaquin/Mountain Valley Health Plan – Medi-Cal
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
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
Psychodynamic
As a therapist, I strive to help clients gain deep insight into their emotional and psychological processes. The techniques I use are exploring past experiences, identifying patterns in thoughts and behaviors, and understanding emotional responses. The overall goal is to help clients gain self-awareness and resolve deep-seated issues. I have a strong commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their inner thoughts and emotions, and to meet each client’s unique needs.
Motivational Interviewing
As a therapist, I use MI to help individuals find their motivation to make positive behavioral changes by listening carefully and understanding the clients' feelings and experiences. I tend to use open-ended question to encourage clients to talk about their thoughts and feelings in detail. The benefits to using MI, is that it is very client centered and very empowering. I love the fact that clients' can focus on their own motivation and goals, and it helps clients take responsibility for their own change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining Strength Base and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and elements of psychodynamic therapy. This allows me to tailor my methods to each client’s unique needs, promoting both immediate relief and long-term growth. The focus of my approach is creating a collaborative and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.
2 ratings with written reviews
December 31, 2025
Great guy and knows how to listen and give advice!
Verified client, age 18-24
February 28, 2025
Usually, I would choose not to return to a therapist after our first meeting. Yet, following my appointment with Hosson, I experienced a sense of relief, and now can see a potential path forward.