Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 89 ratings

Avrille Birnbaum

LP, 8 years of experience

Authentic
Intelligent
Warm

About me

Hello, I'm a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California. I received my PsyD from the Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA, and have been in private practice for the last six years. My pre and post-doc training were in memory care, which combined my love of relational therapy and the practicality of neuropsychology. That training gave me a great basis to explore both the emotional world with my client and psychoeducation that can allow a client to understand better how they work as a whole person.

Get to know me

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

In our first session, I like to take a history to find out what brings you to therapy and what you would like to accomplish. I find that with context it's easier for me to create a treatment plan and tailor our work together so that the time and energy that you invest align with your needs and goals. In this session, like with all others, please feel free to ask questions and let me know what works best for you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Having been on both sides of the therapy couch, I find that creating a warm, conversational space with my clients creates an easier space to talk about things that are vulnerable. Sometimes we'll use humor, and sometimes we'll discuss things practically. I always invite my clients to feel free to let me know what works (and what doesn't work) in a session so that I can support them in the best and most respectful way possible.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with clients who are dealing with social anxiety, neurodivergence, communication difficulties, and life transitions The best thing about my work is when I can help someone be the hero of their own story, and live their best life.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

AnxietySpirituality

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Integrative

Because every client comes from a different experience, culture and history, one theory or approach will not work equally for each person. Rather than use one method, I have learned many well so that I can tailor my work to the client, not vice versa.

Psychoeducation

This method is used to help with health, medication, and understanding ways to see behavior in a neutral way, rather than one that is based in shame or fear.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 89 ratings

7 ratings with written reviews

May 23, 2025

Honestly one of the best therapists I've ever seen. Went to her for couples therapy and she was great. Continued to see her afterwards to help me with the process after we split ways. I keep coming back to her and she's incredible. Funny, direct, meets you where you're at, feels like a warm grounded hug. I've seen dozens of therapists and she's honestly the best. Thank you Avrille <3

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 17 with Avrille

May 21, 2025

Such a good person to talk with. Beautiful spirit that offers a perfect balance of speaking and listening.

Verified client, age 18-24

Review shared after session 1 with Avrille

May 12, 2025

Amazing! I feel so lucky to have Avrille as a therapist.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 16 with Avrille