Licensed to practice in California and accepts 41 insurances. Specializes in Addiction, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Trauma and PTSD and 9 more.
Hi, I'm Vera, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help teens, adults, and couples heal from trauma and complex PTSD, regain control over OCD and anxiety, strengthen relationships, and build more fulfilling lives. My style is warm, curious, and direct—with a touch of humor. Together, we'll work toward meaningful, lasting change so you can find greater peace with yourself and in your relationships.
Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. We'll talk about what's been weighing on you, what you've already tried, and what you hope to gain from therapy. Together, we'll identify your goals and create a plan that feels tailored to your needs. You don't have to have everything figured out before you come in—my goal is for you to leave feeling heard, supported, and hopeful about the path ahead.
I believe therapy works best when it's tailored to the individual. I integrate EMDR, ERP, IFS-informed therapy, and Gottman Method when appropriate, balancing empathy with honest feedback to help you gain insight, develop practical skills, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others.
I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, stress, relationship challenges, and addictions. I have a particular focus on working with first-generation individuals and those from immigrant or dysfunctional family systems, helping you untangle patterns shaped by culture, expectations, and early experiences. Therapy with me is flexible—some clients want deep healing work, while others prefer practical, solution-focused support (no talking about your childhood unless you want to).
Cash - $175 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
IHSS Healthy Workers
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Sutter Health Plan
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
I use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to help clients gradually face feared situations while resisting compulsive behaviors, reducing anxiety and helping them regain control over OCD.
Parts work can be incredibly healing, especially for attachment wounds and issues from childhood
EMDR is helpful with resolving trauma, reducing hypervigilance, and finding internal peace
2 ratings with written reviews
June 3, 2026
Vera Is the best she is open responsive and non judgmental. Very Grateful for her services!<3
October 8, 2025
She offered me some ideas and was a great listener