Licensed to practice in California and accepts 26 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression and 10 more.
(she/her)
It takes courage to reach out and make your mental health a priority, that is a strength and you are taking a wonderful first step. I believe everyone has the potential for self-growth and healing at any stage of life. I provide a nurturing and safe space for us to work as a team to identify your therapy goals and it's my priority to meet you where you are at in your journey. I will approach your challenges with support and openness to assist with the process of developing healthy, and useful coping strategies that work for you. My approach is client-centered and compassionate to help you build insight into how to move through the roadblocks and your healing journey. I believe in a client-led and respectful approach where you can experience unconditional acceptance and support as you develop healthy wellness strategies. Thank you for visiting my profile and I look forward to discussing how therapy may be an option for you. Sincerely Terese
Our first session is designed to have you feel seen, heard and met where you are at in your life journey. I focus on putting people at ease while feeling safe and understood. I Usually have some questions but try to allow a person to have control and autonomy about what they are willing and able to share in the first session. I also feel that it is important that we have a good fit together and I support anyone I meet who isn't sure, the time and space to get to know me and make the right decision for themselves as to who they feel most comfortable working with. Your comfort and trust are most important to me.
I have extensive experience with individuals recovering from medical trauma, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, illness, adjustment and recovery from family, life trauma and loss.
My ideal client is someone who is sincerely interested in healing, growth and insight from any of life's challenging experiences. I see each person as an individual and work with you to understand the therapy and strategies that work best for you in your unique situation. I listen to understand and try my best to connect with you in a way that helps you feel comfortable and heard. I feel I am able to serve anyone who is open to growth and healing, despite the initial fear of starting therapy which is common for all of us.
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I identify as
Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Arlo
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Evernorth
GTEB
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
Compassion Focused
We work together to have insight into barriers that get in the way of self compassion, this enables us to collaborate towards decreasing shame and harsh self judgement so healing and growth can occur.
Grief Therapy
We work together to discover underlying trauma, loss and insight at your own pace to set the environment for processing emotions and healing.
7 ratings with written reviews
April 30, 2026
she made me feel really comfortable and she is reassuring.
February 19, 2026
I had my first session with Terese and she was exactly what I was looking for in a therapist. She creates a space that feels safe to share. So happy I found her!
August 27, 2025
Intake was above and beyond. I didn’t feel any pressure to open up or shame when sharing my truth like with past providers. Only advocacy for a common goal to work on regulation and balance. Her holistic approach is exactly what I’m looking for and I’m excited for our next session and my personal work in between.