Cynthia Bishop, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Cynthia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Cynthia is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Cynthia
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about yourself, your life, or your future? If these struggles are affecting your mood, motivation, or relationships, you don’t have to face them alone. I’m passionate about creating a supportive, compassionate space where clients can gain clarity and build meaningful, lasting improvements in mood and outlook. Using an integrative approach blending cognitive behavioral therapy with mindfulness-based tools, I help clients recognize unhelpful thought patterns and develop healthier ways of thinking and coping. Together, we move toward positive change.
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)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
Licenses
Cynthia Bishop's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376740068.
- LMFT · California · 37834 · Renews April 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 Cynthia Bishop offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Cynthia Bishop works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Cynthia Bishop speak?
Cynthia Bishop speaks English.
How many years of experience does Cynthia Bishop have?
Cynthia Bishop has 25 years of experience.
Where is Cynthia Bishop licensed to practice?
Cynthia Bishop is licensed to practice in California.
Does Cynthia Bishop accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Cynthia Bishop 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 Cynthia Bishop accept insurance?
Yes, Cynthia Bishop accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Cynthia Bishop accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Cynthia Bishop 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 Cynthia Bishop offer?
Cynthia Bishop offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How do I get started with Cynthia Bishop?
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.