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Therapists in Palm Desert, California

6 licensed therapists

Updated

Find the right therapist in Palm Desert, California with our directory of 6 licensed mental health professionals. Filter by insurance coverage, language, telehealth availability, and session fees to find the perfect match.

Photo of Catherine Schwartz, LMFT - therapist in Palm Desert, CA

Catherine Schwartz

LMFT

Palm Desert, CA

I am a licensed mental health professional in California with 20 years of professional experience. I specialize in helping clients navigate relationship issues,...

Career difficulties Coping with life changes Grief +2
Waitlist 20+ yrs

Therapy Market in Palm Desert, CA

Based on 4 therapist profiles in the Palm Desert area

$155

Avg Session Fee

↓ $24 vs CA avg

67%

Accept Insurance

↓ 14% vs CA avg

14 yrs

Avg Experience

4

Therapists in Area

Session Fee Breakdown

Lowest Fee $120
Median Fee $175
Average Fee $155
Highest Fee $200
$120 $200

Median: $175/session

Palm Desert vs California Average

Average Session Fee
Palm Desert $155
CA Average $179
Insurance Acceptance Rate
Palm Desert 67%
CA Average 81%
Average Experience
Palm Desert 14 yrs
CA Average 14 yrs

Top Insurance Providers in Palm Desert

1 Cigna and Evernorth
2 Tufts Health
3 Aetna

Most Sought Specialties in Palm Desert

Market data sourced from public therapist profiles in the Palm Desert area. Actual fees and availability may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Palm Desert, CA

How many therapists are in Palm Desert, CA?

Our directory lists 6 licensed therapists in Palm Desert. Across the broader Palm Desert area, there are approximately 4 mental health professionals based on public profile data.

How much does therapy cost in Palm Desert?

The average therapy session in Palm Desert costs $155, with fees ranging from $120 to $200. The median fee is $175 per session. This is $24 below the California state average of $179. Many therapists also offer sliding scale fees.

What insurance do therapists in Palm Desert accept?

About 67% of therapists in Palm Desert accept insurance. Based on market data, the top insurance providers in Palm Desert are Cigna and Evernorth, Tufts Health, Aetna. Use the insurance filter above to find therapists who accept your plan.

Can I do online therapy with a Palm Desert therapist?

Yes. 6 therapists in our Palm Desert directory offer telehealth/online sessions. This means you can connect with a local provider virtually without traveling to an office. Toggle the "Telehealth Available" filter to see these providers.

What specialties are available in Palm Desert?

The most common therapy specialties in Palm Desert include Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and PTSD, Codependency, Marital and Premarital. You can browse our full specialty directory to find therapists matching your specific needs.

How does therapy in Palm Desert compare to the rest of California?

Compared to the California average, Palm Desert therapists charge less per session ($155 vs $179 statewide). The insurance acceptance rate in Palm Desert is 67% compared to 81% statewide, and local therapists average 14 years of experience versus 14 years across the state.

How experienced are therapists in Palm Desert?

Therapists in Palm Desert have an average of 14 years of clinical experience, on par with or above the California state average of 14 years. This means most local providers have significant training and practice across a range of mental health issues.