Licensed to practice in California and accepts 28 insurances. Specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and 9 more.
Tricia Gaffney
I am a seasoned therapist with over 16 years of experience, dedicated to providing support and guidance to adults facing various challenges. My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, and tailored to meet your individual needs. Whether you're struggling with career stress, anxiety, ADHD, parenting, relationships, depression, or navigating life transitions, I am here to help you explore, heal, and grow towards a happier and more fulfilling life.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During our first session together, clients can expect a warm and welcoming environment where they can openly share their concerns and goals. We'll start by discussing their reasons for seeking therapy and what they hope to achieve. I'll take the time to listen attentively, ask relevant questions to gain a deeper understanding of their situation, and collaboratively establish a plan for moving forward. Clients can expect to feel heard, validated, and supported as we begin our therapeutic journey together. Additionally, we'll discuss confidentiality, the therapeutic process, and any questions or concerns they may have about therapy.
The treatment methods and tools I utilize
In my practice, I prioritize identifying and leveraging my clients' strengths while tailoring treatment to meet their unique needs. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent-Child Psychotherapy, and Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT). I generally use interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Focused, and Strategic approaches. Additionally, I utilize a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including but not limited to Attachment-based, Client-Centered, Coaching, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Culturally Sensitive, Holistic Interpersonal, Mindfulness-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Multicultural, Narrative, Object Relations, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution-Focused, and Structural Family Therapy. By drawing from this comprehensive toolkit, I aim to provide personalized and effective interventions that support my clients' growth and well-being.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
As a provider, my greatest strengths lie in my ability to cultivate a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their challenges and vulnerabilities. I excel in building strong therapeutic alliances based on empathy, trust, and collaboration. My extensive experience and training enable me to tailor therapy approaches to meet each client's unique needs, fostering meaningful progress and growth. Additionally, my commitment to ongoing learning and professional development ensures that I stay current with best practices and evidence-based interventions, allowing me to provide the highest quality of care to my clients.
Specialties
Top specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
Anger Management
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Phobias
Self Esteem
I identify as
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
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 - $185 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
15 ratings with written reviews
June 21, 2026
I chose Tricia because I wanted someone who would be direct with me and help me work through my problems without putting me down or coddling me. She has been all that and more and I have made great progress!
Verified client, age 35-44
May 19, 2026
She is amazing! She has helped me a lot just in the little time I have seen her. I look forward to seeing her.
Verified client, age 55-64
March 15, 2026
Dr. Gaffney got right to the core of the issues I am facing. She was warm, polite and supportive and made me feel like I was not alone in my struggle. She gave me great advice and called out patterns from my responses right away, illuminating some blind spots that I didn’t recognize and helped me untangle them. Looking forward to the next session