Kristie Bell, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Kristie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Kristie is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Kristie
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here. I work with thoughtful, high-functioning people who may appear steady on the outside while carrying anxiety, self-doubt, or emotional intensity within. My work is integrative and depth-oriented, utilizing IFS (Internal Family Systems) alongside scientifically grounded approaches to support lasting change rather than quick fixes. I help clients navigate complex trauma, relationships, grief, life transitions, and questions of meaning, self-confidence, authenticity, and life purpose, offering a steady, reflective space where nuance, emotional honesty, and growth are honored.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Kristie Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457058315.
- LMFT · California · 141926 · Renews October 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 Kristie Bell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kristie Bell works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Kristie Bell speak?
Kristie Bell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kristie Bell have?
Kristie Bell has 3 years of experience.
Where is Kristie Bell licensed to practice?
Kristie Bell is licensed to practice in California.
Does Kristie Bell accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Kristie Bell 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 Kristie Bell accept insurance?
Yes, Kristie Bell accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Kristie Bell accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kristie Bell 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 Kristie Bell offer?
Kristie Bell offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Kristie Bell?
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.