Kristin Kitagawa, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Kristin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Kristin is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Kristin
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
A therapeutic relationship is personal. Finding the right style and fit is crucial, and clients often know internally what is or isn’t working for them. I encourage clients to find that fit, whether with me or another provider. As a clinician and former elementary school teacher, I work from a growth-driven place of compassion, directness, and some humor along the way. The goal is to build coping skills, insight, and emotional independence so that, eventually, my assistance is no longer needed.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Kristin Kitagawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033641220.
- LMFT · California · 48019 · Renews August 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 Kristin Kitagawa offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kristin Kitagawa works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Kristin Kitagawa speak?
Kristin Kitagawa speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kristin Kitagawa have?
Kristin Kitagawa has 12 years of experience.
Where is Kristin Kitagawa licensed to practice?
Kristin Kitagawa is licensed to practice in California.
Does Kristin Kitagawa accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Kristin Kitagawa 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 Kristin Kitagawa accept insurance?
Yes, Kristin Kitagawa accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Kristin Kitagawa accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kristin Kitagawa 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 Kristin Kitagawa offer?
Kristin Kitagawa offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Kristin Kitagawa?
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