Ricardo Bautista, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Ricardo is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Ricardo is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Ricardo
- 5 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
My therapeutic approach centers on building strong rapport with patients, providing psychoeducation, and offering constructive feedback to facilitate positive change. I meet patients where they are while also challenging them when necessary for growth. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), problem-solving therapy, and solution-focused techniques to help patients accomplish their goals. My specialties include anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders across all populations. I also have experience working at a gender clinic and can provide resources as needed.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Healthnet
- MHN
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Ricardo Bautista's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1104275908.
- LMFT · California · 119096 · Renews May 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 Ricardo Bautista offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ricardo Bautista works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Ricardo Bautista speak?
Ricardo Bautista speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Ricardo Bautista have?
Ricardo Bautista has 5 years of experience.
Where is Ricardo Bautista licensed to practice?
Ricardo Bautista is licensed to practice in California.
Does Ricardo Bautista accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ricardo Bautista 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 Ricardo Bautista offer?
Ricardo Bautista offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
How do I get started with Ricardo Bautista?
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.