Psychotherapy for Individuals and Couples
Jessica Whitehead, MS, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
License No. 97233
What To Expect At Your Visit
Perhaps you're feeling stressed, stuck, or anxious; maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship(s), or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. In my therapy sessions I promote self-exploration, behavioral change and assist you in looking at things from a new perspective. Whether you’re going through a stressful period in your life, experiencing anxiety and depression, are in a difficult relationship, have been grappling with the same problem for years, or are simply seeking guidance for a particular issue, I have the tools and professional experience to help you empower yourself to move forward.
Contact me for a free phone consultation.
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Get to Know Me
I earned my Master's degree in Counseling, with a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy from San Diego State University. I have foundational training in multi-systemic and multi-cultural, family, couple and individual therapy. Throughout my professional career, I have worked in private practice, hospital and school-based settings providing counseling and psychotherapy services to children, adults, couples and families from diverse cultures, backgrounds and abilities.
I practice from a strength-based, solution-focused, systems, feminist and insight oriented perspective, believing therapy is an art my clients and I engage in collaboratively. I also incorporate elements of mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral therapy to help my clients meet their goals. Additionally, I believe a person's sexuality, sexual expression and gender identity play a significant role in an individual's mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Therefore, I believe exploring these aspects of the self in therapy, in addition to looking at other areas of a client's life, is a vital part of comprehensive mental health. Overall, I take a holistic, integrative approach to practicing psychotherapy and am grateful to have the opportunity to help my clients become the version of themselves they wish to be.
Contact me today for a free phone consultation.
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Clinical Focus
in the Following Areas:
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Personal Growth, Enrichment and Self-Discovery
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Anxiety and Stress Management
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Career Counseling
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Transitional Stress
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Relationship Difficulties
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Pre-Marital Counseling
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Marital/Couple's Issues
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Parenting Issues
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Sexual Health and Well-Being
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Sexuality Counseling
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Women's Issues
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LGBTQ Issues
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Gender Identity​
* LGBTQ+ Aware and Affirmative
Contact me today to set up your personal phone consultation.
Session Fees and Policies
Session Fees:
50 minute session for Individuals: $150.00
50 minute session for Couples: $180.00
80 minute session for Couples: $225.00
Reduced Fees
I offer a sliding scale and can provide reduced fees for clients on a limited basis depending on financial ability. These fees are subject to re-evaluation based on financial status change of the clients or intermittent fee increases.
Policies:
Methods of Payment:
I currently accept cash, check and all major credit cards.
Insurance:
I currently accept Blue Shield PPO, Cigna PPO, and Magellan Behavioral Health plans. However if you have another PPO policy that accepts out of network providers, I can provide you with a Superbill and receipts, upon your request, to submit to your insurer in order for you to receive reimbursement from your insurance company.
Please check with your insurance provider regarding reimbursement for mental health/psychotherapy services.
Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel your appointment, please do so no less than 24hrs before our scheduled appointment. Failing to do so will result in being charged your full session fee.
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Please contact me if you have any questions.
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Location
My office is conveniently located in beautiful Sherman Oaks, CA in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, right off the 101 and 405 freeways. There is plenty of free and metered parking on Ventura Blvd and Moorpark Ave. There is a parking lot behind the office building which charges a small fee.
Contact
Contact me by filling out the form below.
You can also call or email me directly. I look forward to speaking with you!
818-406-6327
4419 Van Nuys Blvd. Suite 406, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
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