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Therapists in Santa Monica, California

18 licensed therapists

Updated

Find the right therapist in Santa Monica, California with our directory of 18 licensed mental health professionals. Filter by insurance coverage, language, telehealth availability, and session fees to find the perfect match.

Photo of Adriene Faust, LCSW - therapist in Santa Monica, CA

Adriene Faust

LCSW

Santa Monica, CA

Licensed in CA with 20 years of professional mental health experience, I bring considerable expertise and depth to my therapeutic practice. Throughout my career...

Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse +17
Waitlist 20+ yrs

Therapy Market in Santa Monica, CA

Based on 18 therapist profiles in the Santa Monica area

$220

Avg Session Fee

↑ $41 vs CA avg

38%

Accept Insurance

↓ 43% vs CA avg

20 yrs

Avg Experience

↑ 6 yrs vs CA avg

18

Therapists in Area

Session Fee Breakdown

Lowest Fee $105
Median Fee $230
Average Fee $220
Highest Fee $350
$105 $350

Median: $230/session

Santa Monica vs California Average

Average Session Fee
Santa Monica $220
CA Average $179
Insurance Acceptance Rate
Santa Monica 38%
CA Average 81%
Average Experience
Santa Monica 20 yrs
CA Average 14 yrs

Top Insurance Providers in Santa Monica

1 Aetna
2 Carelon Behavioral Health
3 Cigna and Evernorth

Most Sought Specialties in Santa Monica

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Santa Monica, CA

How many therapists are in Santa Monica, CA?

Our directory lists 18 licensed therapists in Santa Monica. Across the broader Santa Monica area, there are approximately 18 mental health professionals based on public profile data.

How much does therapy cost in Santa Monica?

The average therapy session in Santa Monica costs $220, with fees ranging from $105 to $350. The median fee is $230 per session. This is $41 above the California state average of $179. Many therapists also offer sliding scale fees.

What insurance do therapists in Santa Monica accept?

About 38% of therapists in Santa Monica accept insurance. Based on market data, the top insurance providers in Santa Monica are Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna and Evernorth. Use the insurance filter above to find therapists who accept your plan.

Can I do online therapy with a Santa Monica therapist?

Yes. 18 therapists in our Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica?

The most common therapy specialties in Santa Monica include Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD, Life Transitions. You can browse our full specialty directory to find therapists matching your specific needs.

How does therapy in Santa Monica compare to the rest of California?

Compared to the California average, Santa Monica therapists charge more per session ($220 vs $179 statewide). The insurance acceptance rate in Santa Monica is 38% compared to 81% statewide, and local therapists average 20 years of experience versus 14 years across the state.

How experienced are therapists in Santa Monica?

Therapists in Santa Monica have an average of 20 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.