Cesar Ornelas, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Cesar is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Cesar is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Cesar
- 2 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
My therapeutic style is humanistic and relational. I believe healing begins with genuine human connection, which fosters safety and allows the therapeutic relationship to drive change. In our work together, you’ll find that I’m humorous, encouraging, nurturing, and collaborative. I value authenticity and bring it into every session. I integrate psychodynamic, humanistic, and behavioral therapy models to guide the process and promote meaningful growth.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Harm Reduction
Licenses
Cesar Ornelas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679920987.
- LMFT · California · LMFT142784 · Renews November 2027
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 Cesar Ornelas offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Cesar Ornelas works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Cesar Ornelas speak?
Cesar Ornelas speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Cesar Ornelas have?
Cesar Ornelas has 2 years of experience.
Where is Cesar Ornelas licensed to practice?
Cesar Ornelas is licensed to practice in California.
Does Cesar Ornelas accept insurance?
Yes, Cesar Ornelas accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Cesar Ornelas accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Cesar Ornelas 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 Cesar Ornelas offer?
Cesar Ornelas offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How do I get started with Cesar Ornelas?
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.
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.