Richard Oelberger, PsyD
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Richard is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Richard is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Richard
- 17 years' experience
- Male
- PsyD
I listen closely to gain a deeper understanding of what you feel, need, and hope to create moving forward. Together, we explore what wounds need healing and what choices might create greater inner freedom through truth and compassionate honesty.
I believe you hold the answers to your healing within your body and emotions. My role is to help you access that truth, guiding you into deeper parts of yourself as we set the pace and direction together, building trust to heal from the past and move toward new, unexplored goals.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Relational
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Richard Oelberger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215174511.
- PsyD · California · 22186 · Renews November 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.
Frequently asked questions
Does Richard Oelberger offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Richard Oelberger works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Richard Oelberger speak?
Richard Oelberger speaks English.
How many years of experience does Richard Oelberger have?
Richard Oelberger has 17 years of experience.
Where is Richard Oelberger licensed to practice?
Richard Oelberger is licensed to practice in California.
Does Richard Oelberger accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Richard Oelberger 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 Richard Oelberger accept insurance?
Yes, Richard Oelberger accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Richard Oelberger accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Richard Oelberger 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 Richard Oelberger offer?
Richard Oelberger offers clients Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Richard Oelberger?
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.
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