Licensed to practice in California and accepts 36 insurances. Specializes in Depression, Grief, Older Adults
(he/him)
I am an experienced clinical psychologist who has worked with people with many different issues and problems. I like what I do. I want to meet people where they are and provide a supportive, safe relationship where they can open up and talk about pressing issues and concerns. Together we can then find new approaches to cope with old problems. I have experience working with older adults in a variety of settings. I received my PhD in Psychology from a school which also which also included training in Christian Theology and Ministry. However I have worked with clients with a variety of spiritual or non spiritual backgrounds.
In our first session we will start with a brief introduction. Then we will start looking at who you are and the issues and problems you are facing. Also what you hope to gain from therapy. I will talk about my approach to providing help and assistance in coping with these problems. I will review ground rules for the therapy relationship. Next we will set our next appointment. If the therapy does not feel like a good fit for you we can discuss that as well.
I am able to connect, understand, and support people with many kinds of issues and problems. I have over 30 years of experience working as a psychologist and I have worked in a wide variety of settings. I enjoy what I do and like to help people with their problems. I am not critical or quick to judge others. I enjoy getting to know people. I have worked with older adults as well. I have struggled and worked on my own issues so I understand the process from both sides. I like to laugh. I like to work with people who are open to looking into themselves and sharing that knowledge with me in a safe and supportive relationship. We can work together on yourself and your problems.
I like to work with clients who are stuck but willing to open up and work on their issues. Primarily ages 30 and above. I use a client centered approach. I use acceptance , support, and accurate empathy to deal with personal problems and issues. Severe pathologies ( psychosis etc.) are not a good fit. Older adults are a fit. Evangelical Christians are a fit as this is my background as well. However I don’t scare people off with my background, taking clients as who they are. Someone who is a good fit with the client centered approach is good. Having people willing to open up about their life and issues is key for me. I like to get to know people! I share something of my own experience and life and struggles as it is relevant and appropriate.
Cash - $80 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California - Medicare
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
GTEB
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
Therapy is about a relationship that is warm, non-judging and with empathy that is on target. This helps a person explore pressing concerns and issues and come up with better ways to cope.
Help someone draw upon spiritual resources to deal with issues and problems.
Feelings are a key part of who we are. Sorting through what is a tangle of at times conflicting or contrasting emotions, frees up energy for our lives, present and future.
12 ratings with written reviews
March 24, 2026
In just four weeks, I’ve already felt a meaningful shift. Steve is incredibly warm, understanding, and insightful—truly the best therapist I’ve had.
February 5, 2026
I enjoyed conversing with Steve and look forward to our next session.
February 5, 2026
Had a great first session. Very comfortable but direct.