We Heal Ourselves Psychotherapy GroupGroup practice
California
Addiction- Anxiety - Couples counseling- Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)-
We Heal Ourselves Psychotherapy Group
Vetted
Group practice
Practice Information
We Heal Ourselves is a psychotherapy group providing compassionate, culturally responsive mental health care for individuals, couples, families, and communities. The practice specializes in trauma-informed and solution-focused modalities, with a client-centered approach. We support clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity exploration, and life transitions.
We Heal Ourselves integrates creativity and evidence-based practices including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) to help clients process trauma, strenght their ability to develop emotional regulation skills, healthier thought patterns and coping strategies.
The practice is proudly LGBTQ-affirming and committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and validating therapeutic space for people of diverse identities and backgrounds. With a focus on collaboration, healing, and empowerment, We Heal Ourselves is a relaxed and stress-free environment which promotes a positive therapeutic experience for our clientele. We encourage each clients to seek joy and healing by giving themselves grace, reconnecting with their who being, strengthen relationships, and move toward lasting emotional well-being.
FAQS
What services does your practice offer?
We Heal Ourselves is a psychotherapy group practice offering individual, couples, families and group therapy for adults, teens, and adolescents. We provide trauma-informed, LGBTQ-affirming care using evidence-based approaches including EMDR, DBT, and CBT to support clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, identity exploration, and life transitions.
What are your practice's specialties?
The therapists at We Heal Ourselves specialize in trauma and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and identity-related concerns. We have a particular focus on working with couples, LGBTQ+ clients and individuals healing from developmental trauma, attachment wounds, grief, and life transitions, using evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT within a culturally responsive, affirming framework.
Why should I choose your practice?
We Heal Ourselves stands out for its deeply trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ-affirming approach to care. Our therapists integrate evidence-based treatments such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT with a relational, compassionate style that centers safety, collaboration, and client autonomy. We are especially attuned to the impact of developmental trauma, identity, and systemic stress, and we prioritize creating a therapeutic space where clients feel seen, respected, and supported in doing meaningful, lasting healing work.
How does payment work at your practice?
We Heal Ourselves primarily serves cash-pay clients and accepts multiple forms of payment including cash, credit or debit cards, and Zelle. We are also out-of--network provider with UnitedHealthcare. Payment is due at the time of service, and our team is happy to answer questions about fees, insurance benefits, or documentation for reimbursement if needed.
Head of Practice's Licensure
California: 114737Supervisor: Carrie L. McElwee(LCSW 114737)
Languages
English, SpanishSpecialties
Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Recovering from the impact of long-term, repeated traumatic events, such as emotional abuse and neglect
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Families
- Parents
- Seniors (65+)
- Teenagers (13-18)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- United Healthcare
Out-of-pocket fees
Get reimbursed for sessions with We Heal Ourselves Psychotherapy Group
Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.
- Individual sessions:$185 (55min)
- Initial session:$185 (55min)
- Couples sessions:$225 (75min)
- Group sessions:$25 (90min)
- Family sessions:$185 (75min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- PayPal
- Zelle
- IvyPay
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Every other week
- Multiple times a week
- As needed
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