Claudia Santiago, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Claudia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Claudia is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Claudia
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I believe everyone has the potential to thrive and tolerate the virtues and challenges in Life. I help clients achieve optimal mental and emotional well-being using an array of evidence-based therapy models to cater to each individual need. I have served the community by implementing these modalities, since 2013 with empathy, optimism, and trust. I am culturally sensitive and this helps me foster non-judgmental care to people. I am genuinely empathetic to people's struggles and am versed in promoting stability, safety, and resilience in people.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Prolonged Exposure
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Claudia Santiago's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871926980.
- LCSW · California · 109498 · Renews July 2026
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Claudia Santiago offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Claudia Santiago works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Claudia Santiago speak?
Claudia Santiago speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Claudia Santiago have?
Claudia Santiago has 3 years of experience.
Where is Claudia Santiago licensed to practice?
Claudia Santiago is licensed to practice in California.
Does Claudia Santiago accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Claudia Santiago 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Claudia Santiago offer?
Claudia Santiago offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How do I get started with Claudia Santiago?
Just tap the BOOK 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 BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.