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Find Blue Shield Of California Therapists & Counselors in Santa Monica, CA.

 

Deciding to see a therapist may have been difficult, but finding one who accepts your insurance may be even more challenging. And while you’re trying to cope with your own mental and emotional issues, dealing with insurance issues may be the last thing you want to do.

At Mental Health Match, we specialize in matching people to therapists near you who accept or are in-network with Blue Shield of California.

Whether you are located in downtown Santa Monica, the suburbs of Santa Monica, other nearby places such as Hawthorne, Culver City, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Does Your Insurance Cover Therapy?

Before you start therapy, the first thing you should do is verify your outpatient Blue Shield of California therapy coverage. If your plan doesn’t cover behavioral health therapy, they won’t pay; it may surprise you how many plans don’t include therapist insurance coverage.

To determine what your plan covers, you can call the customer service number on your insurance card. Once you know for sure that your insurance will cover outpatient behavioral health, leave it to us to help you find a therapist who accepts Blue Shield of California plans.

If you would like to learn more about how to use insurance to cover therapy, check out our FAQ about how to pay for therapy.

Find a Therapist Near You Who Accepts Blue Shield of California Therapy Coverage

Instead of Googling “therapists that take my insurance” and sifting through tons of results to no avail, allow us to help. After all, the longer you spend trying to figure out how to pay for therapy, the longer your treatment may be delayed.

With Mental Health Match, finding a qualified therapist near you who takes Blue Shield of California therapy coverage is easy! Start by browsing in-network experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

Santa Monica, CA Therapists In-Network with Blue Shield of California - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

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Rafael Diaz
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Embarking on a therapeutic journey with me means embracing empathy, collaboration, and a safe space for growth, as we navigate the complexities of your inner world together.


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Embarking on a therapeutic journey with me means embracing empathy, collaboration, and a safe space for growth, as we navigate the complexities of your inner world together.

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I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of criticism or shame. Together, we will unravel the complexities of your inner world, shining a light on your strengths.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictive Behaviors
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • College Students
  • Compulsive Sexuality/Hypersexuality
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Identity
  • Latinos
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Changes
  • Men
  • Pornography
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Callie Reece
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My goals for clients include creating a safe environment, providing empathetic listening, and processing trauma and negative beliefs so that they can live the life they deserve. My vision is to collaborate on treatment goals and to work together.


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My goals for clients include creating a safe environment, providing empathetic listening, and processing trauma and negative beliefs so that they can live the life they deserve. My vision is to collaborate on treatment goals and to work together.

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I have strong experience with Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). My treatment approach is client centered and trauma informed, focusing on metabolizing trauma and negative beliefs.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Esteem
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Jessica McIntosh
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We will work together in a collaborative approach as we explore and get to the root of the issue and work towards healing and growth. I am here to come along side you in this process, you are not alone.


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We will work together in a collaborative approach as we explore and get to the root of the issue and work towards healing and growth. I am here to come along side you in this process, you are not alone.

Something to know about my approach is:

I aspire to create a safe and welcoming space for you to share and feel not only heard, but understood and cared for.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Self-Harm
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Young Adults
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Marlene Blanco
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work as a team to help you get to know yourself in order to make the changes in that you want in your life.


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work as a team to help you get to know yourself in order to make the changes in that you want in your life.

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I specialized in cognitive behavioral therapy and working with the LGBTQ community

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Relationship Distress
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Tracey Nguyen
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My goal is to create a safe and affirming place that offers authenticity, humor, and genuineness for you to share your stories. I believe in healing and growth through processing and making meanings of your experiences, recognizing your strengths


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My goal is to create a safe and affirming place that offers authenticity, humor, and genuineness for you to share your stories. I believe in healing and growth through processing and making meanings of your experiences, recognizing your strengths

Something to know about my approach is:

Culturally sensitive, person-centered, collaborative, and trauma-informed. My therapeutic approach integrates a variety of evidence-based therapies, Cognitive Behavioral,Dialectical Behavioral, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Coaching
  • Codependency
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Personal Growth
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Women
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