Licensed to practice in California and accepts 34 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD and 10 more.

Monika Barta

LP, 10 years of experience
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About me

I provide virtual therapy using an integrated, whole-person approach that focuses not only on navigating difficult periods, but also on maintaining progress, building resilience, and supporting long-term mental wellness. Therapy can be both restorative and preventative, and I work with clients across all stages of that process. I treat a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, personality-related patterns, and life transitions. My clinical background includes experience with higher-acuity and complex cases—such as forensic populations, individuals in psychiatric settings, and those managing co-occurring mental and medical conditions. While my current practice is fully virtual, I am comfortable addressing difficult or sensitive topics and provide a space where clients can speak openly without hesitation. My approach is direct, engaged, and collaborative. I prioritize building strong, trusting relationships and creating a setting where clients feel understood and supported. I recognize that progress is not always linear and work consistently with clients through both setbacks and growth. I am multilingual and can provide therapy in English, Lithuanian, and conversational Hungarian languages.

Get to know me

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

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get a sense of whether we’re a good fit. The therapeutic relationship is important, and I want you to feel comfortable, understood, and able to be open. We’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any relevant background, but there’s no pressure to share everything at once. You can move at your own pace. I’ll also explain how I work and answer any questions you may have. If for any reason I feel I’m not the best fit for your needs, I’m happy to help connect you with someone who is. My goal is to make sure you receive the right support.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I bring a direct, authentic, and highly engaged approach to therapy. Clients often appreciate that I am both supportive and straightforward—I don’t shy away from difficult conversations, and I help you address challenges in a practical, action-oriented way. I work efficiently and intentionally, helping clients gain insight while also building real-world strategies they can apply outside of sessions.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with adults and older adults who are open, motivated, and ready to actively engage in the therapeutic process. I provide individual and couples therapy for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, OCD, PTSD, and personality-related patterns, as well as family conflicts and life transitions. I am comfortable working with complex and high-acuity cases and take a direct, collaborative approach to help clients make meaningful, lasting change.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

ADHD

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Self Esteem

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Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use CBT to help clients identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that maintain distress. My approach is structured and goal-oriented, focusing on building practical skills clients can apply in daily life to improve mood, reduce anxiety, and increase functioning.

Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

I use ACT to help clients build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and emotions while committing to values-based actions. I integrate mindfulness and behavioral strategies to help clients move toward a more meaningful and aligned life, even in the presence of distress.

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

I use DBT to help clients build skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. My approach focuses on practical tools to manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behaviors, and improve relationships.

Attachment-based

I use an attachment-based approach to explore how early relationship patterns shape current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I help clients develop more secure ways of relating to themselves and others, improving emotional regulation and connection.

Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)

I use ERP to help clients gradually face feared thoughts and situations while reducing compulsive behaviors. My approach is structured and collaborative, focusing on building tolerance to anxiety and breaking the cycle that maintains OCD symptoms.

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