Esmeralda Plascencia, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Esmeralda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Esmeralda is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Esmeralda
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I’m an LCSW based in California, dedicated to supporting individuals navigating stress, anxiety, and depression—some of the most common challenges people face. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from California State University, San Bernardino. My approach emphasizes education, insight, and practical skill-building to help clients manage symptoms effectively, strengthen resilience, enhance well-being, and move toward living their best possible lives.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Esmeralda Plascencia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982069837.
- LCSW · California · LCSW77481 · 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 Esmeralda Plascencia offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Esmeralda Plascencia works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Esmeralda Plascencia speak?
Esmeralda Plascencia speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Esmeralda Plascencia have?
Esmeralda Plascencia has 6 years of experience.
Where is Esmeralda Plascencia licensed to practice?
Esmeralda Plascencia is licensed to practice in California.
Does Esmeralda Plascencia accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Esmeralda Plascencia accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Esmeralda Plascencia accept insurance?
Yes, Esmeralda Plascencia accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Esmeralda Plascencia accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Esmeralda Plascencia 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 Esmeralda Plascencia offer?
Esmeralda Plascencia offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Esmeralda Plascencia?
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.