Edwin Bai, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Edwin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Edwin is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Korean
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Edwin
- 6 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
It is a privilege to hear someone’s story and walk alongside them in their pain. I support individuals facing communication struggles, unresolved conflict, feeling stuck or hopeless, and challenges related to past trauma. Building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship so people can grow and heal brings me deep joy. I believe I am called to hold space for those seeking mental health and healthier relationships. Healing and rebuilding trust is hard—especially when trauma is involved. Whether you’re seeking support early or feel at a breaking point, it’s brave to reach out. Let’s work together to help you reconnect and move forward.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples [The Gottman Method]
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Edwin Bai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609378785.
- LMFT · California · LMFT121932 · Renews September 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 Edwin Bai offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Edwin Bai works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Edwin Bai speak?
Edwin Bai speaks Korean.
How many years of experience does Edwin Bai have?
Edwin Bai has 6 years of experience.
Where is Edwin Bai licensed to practice?
Edwin Bai is licensed to practice in California.
Does Edwin Bai accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Edwin Bai 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 Edwin Bai accept insurance?
Yes, Edwin Bai accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Edwin Bai accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Edwin Bai 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 Edwin Bai offer?
Edwin Bai offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Edwin Bai?
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.