individual therapy
Sometimes people start therapy during periods of acute distress. Other times, they arrive feeling vaguely stuck — in overthinking, emotional overwhelm, difficult family dynamics, relationship challenges, or ways of coping that no longer feel sustainable.
Dr. Esses approaches individual therapy collaboratively and tailors treatment to the individual’s needs and goals. She has advanced doctoral training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and psychodynamic therapy. Her approach focuses not only on understanding the roots of emotional struggles, but also identifying and changing the present-day patterns that maintain them.
psychologist in Beverly Hills
In-person therapy sessions are offered in Beverly Hills, CA and online therapy is available for individuals across California and New York.
- Relationship issues (romantic relationships, friendships, peer relationships)
- Anxiety and mood
- Borderline personality disorder
- Burnout and high-stress jobs (i.e., physicians, first responders)
- Identity exploration
- Life transitions
- Complex family dynamics
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fees insurance
I offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation before our first appointment.
My fees for individual therapy are consistent with those of doctoral-level clinicians trained in evidence-based treatments in California and will be reviewed during our consultation call. Payment is due at the time of each session.
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insurance
I am not in-network with insurance companies. Many clients, however, are able to use out-of-network benefits. I encourage you to use the link below to quickly check your benefits. If you do have out-of-network benefits, I can provide a monthly superbill you may submit for reimbursement. Eligibility and reimbursement rates vary by plan.
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Dr. Esses is an approved provider with the World Trade Center Health Program, a federally funded program that provides covered care for eligible 9/11 responders and survivors. Through the WTC Nationwide Provider Network, she works with individuals living in California and New York who are seeking specialized mental health treatment.
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next steps
Initial consultation call
Complimentary consultation calls are for those who are considering therapy and would like to explore next steps. This is a brief call for us to get a sense of fit and for me to answer any questions you may have.
If it feels like a potential fit, you can fill out the inquiry form and I’ll follow up shortly to coordinate a time to connect.
*Please note that I do not accept insurance.