Bella Lurie, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Bella is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English, Hebrew, and Russian
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

More about Bella

6 years' experience
Female
LMFT

My primary focus is experiential transpersonal psychotherapy and the role of self-observation/mindfulness in the treatment of mental health conditions.

Apart from focusing on specific circumstantial and personal conditions, my approach works best for ADHD, procrastination, work and relational dissatisfaction and existential anxiety.

"Somatic"—means I work with the body through psychosomatic attunement and manual touch (yes, even over Zoom!).

"Psychotherapy"—means I use language play and storytelling to foster mutual self-expression and insight.

I often pick up where other psychotherapists may have left off. My aim is to help you step into the flow of what you love doing—while remaining attuned to your growing edge.

As a meditation teacher, I guide you in observing yourself so that you can recognize and embody the full texture of your everyday experience.

This art and science of self-observation forms the foundation of my approach to healing—whether it takes the form of Rosen Bodywork, Gestalt Therapy, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

In my spare time, I enjoy writing poetry and solving math puzzles.

Specialties

Grief Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Career difficulties ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Workplace issues

Licenses

Bella Lurie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588455562.

LMFT · California · 154980 · Expires May 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.: Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.: There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Bella Lurie offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Bella Lurie works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Bella Lurie speak?

Bella Lurie speaks English, Hebrew, and Russian.

How many years of experience does Bella Lurie have?

Bella Lurie has 6 years of experience.

Where is Bella Lurie licensed to practice?

Bella Lurie is licensed to practice in California.

Does Bella Lurie accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Bella Lurie does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Bella Lurie?

Bella Lurie can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Bella Lurie?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.