Great question. We all love using our insurance, however, we do not take insurance at Estes Therapy. We provide our clients with a superbill (a receipt with a certain coding and diagnosis), so you can submit it to your insurance company. Some insurance reimburse and some do not. It really depends on your insurance policy. Give them a call and ask if they will reimburse you or put it towards your deductible.

To learn more about our therapists, including their areas of expertise, specializations, and professional backgrounds, you can visit https://estestherapy.com/about/where we provide detailed profiles for each therapist, including availability and costs. If you have specific preferences or questions, we can help match you with a therapist who best meets your needs. Let us know if there’s anything else you’d like to know!

Thank you for your interest in our services. We understand that finding the right therapist is important, and while age may seem like a factor, what truly matters is the therapist's training, experience, and approach to care. Our therapists are highly qualified and specialize in various therapeutic modalities to ensure they meet the diverse needs of our clients. We focus on matching clients with the right therapist based on their expertise, specializations, approach, and ability to build a supportive and effective therapeutic relationship.

In general, these are the type of licensure the therapist holds. Each license comes with different focuses with treatment https://estestherapy.com/types-of-therapists/

Yes. We can’t ask our clients for reviews, however, we have pulled from some reviews from Yelp, Google, and Facebook. You can read them here: https://estestherapy.com/testimonials/

We have mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends available. The greatest part is we have their available sessions online so you can pick the time that works best for your schedule.

We have Kate Nicholson available on Saturdays and Liz Barajas available on Sundays. You can book online here: https://estestherapy.janeapp.com/?_ga=2.193352874.609268768.1697660385-417847134.1695251341

Estes Therapy operates in multiple locations to best serve our clients. We have an office in Mission Valley and Oceanside, both offices are right off the freeway for your convenience. We also provide virtual sessions so you can do therapy from your home or office. You can find detailed information about our office locations here: https://estestherapy.com/locations/

•  Yes, we are currently accepting new clients and can get you scheduled as early as this week. You have the option to either book your appointment online, or if you prefer, we can give you a call to set everything up. Just let us know which option you’d like, and we’ll take care of the rest!
• To utilize our online booking services, you can go here.  https://estestherapy.janeapp.com/?_ga=2.193352874.609268768.1697660385-417847134.1695251341)     It shows all 3 of the offices availability.
• Main Mission Valley office online booking: https://estestherapy.janeapp.com/locations/mission-valley-office/book
• Oceanside Online Booking: https://estestherapy.janeapp.com/locations/oceanside-office/book
• Mission Valley 2851 Office: https://estestherapy.janeapp.com/locations/mission-valley-2851-office/book
• Scheduling is easy - pick your therapist and time of appointment, and enter your credit card information. It is kept on file for your convenience or in the case of an unpaid balance, no-show, or late cancellation.

Thank you for inquiring about our services at Estes Therapy! We aim to make the process of starting therapy as smooth as possible, whether you're focusing on individual growth or working with a partner. It all begins with a free 10-minute matching call with our Care Coordinator, who will help take the guesswork out of choosing the right therapist for you. Once you've booked your first appointment, we will send you paperwork via your client portal. Completing this in advance ensures your session time is focused on you, not paperwork. For individual therapy, you’ll fill out an intake questionnaire, and for couples or marriage therapy, both partners will complete a separate Couples Questionnaire. Your first session will differ slightly from future ones. Your therapist will introduce you to the process, covering important topics like confidentiality, session structure, and expectations. This is also an ideal time to ask any questions you may have about therapy. Together, you’ll discuss how often you’ll meet and set the stage for moving forward with your therapy journey. We're here to support you every step of the way!

Great question. The number of therapy sessions needed can vary widely depending on what you are dealing with, the goals of counseling sessions, and the various stressors (such as trauma, affairs, etc). Some people may find significant benefits in just a few sessions, while others might engage in longer-term therapy. Since a therapist hasn’t assessed your current situation, we can’t give you an answer. Your therapist will work with you to determine the best approach and tailor the process to fit your needs. If you have more specific concerns or want to discuss this further, leave your phone number and we will give you a call!

Therapy sessions are 50 minutes long. Longer sessions are available, but pricing and availability are personalized to each therapist. After booking your first appointment, you will be sent a questionnaire and intake forms through the client portal. Complete it before your first session so your therapist can review it all before the session. Your first session will look a little different than the rest. During your first session, you will walk your therapist through the issues that cause the distress. The therapist will be asking a lot of questions to understand the situation and make sure they understand everything completely. This is a great time to ask any questions you have. You will have time to discuss the frequency of your therapy sessions – once a week is standard. At the end of the session, you will go over goals and expectations.

Yes. We offer therapy services virtually. You can be in the comfort of your own home (as long as you are in the state of California). https://estestherapy.com/services/online-therapy/

Yes! We love our families and are here to help build stronger relationships.

Yes. We have a few different therapists that specialize in working with children and young teens. Check out our therapists here: https://estestherapy.com/services/child-and-teen-counseling/

No. We work with individuals, couples, poly relationships, and families.

Yes, we have therapists who identify as gay or queer. While we can't disclose specific therapists' identities, please know that our company is proudly gay-owned and committed to diversity. https://estestherapy.com/services/gay-lesbian/

Unfortunately we do not offer consultations. However, we have taken the guesswork out of choosing your therapist. Our clinical care coordinator will spend time with you on the phone matching you with the right fit therapist. You can either call us or fill our contact form.

San Diego is definitely expensive and we understand your question. We have limited low fee slots, so please give us a call and we can see if a spot is open. We currently have $135 sessions available with our newest therapist, Kate Nicholson. She is an associate MFT and available in both the Mission Valley and Oceanside offices. Bonnie Cardillo, an associatem PCC, has $115 low fee slots and is only available virtually. You can book them by online by clicking here https://estestherapy.janeapp.com/?_ga=2.193352874.609268768.1697660385-417847134.1695251341

Also, our counseling fees vary depending on the therapist, licensure, extent of their training and specialty, and the type of service provided. You can learn about each therapist here:

Estes Therapy offers a range of services to support your mental health and well-being. Our services include:

• Individual Therapy: Personalized counseling to address personal issues, mental health concerns, and personal growth. https://estestherapy.com/services/individual-counseling/ 
• Couples Therapy: Support for couples to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationship. https://estestherapy.com/services/couples/ 
• Family Therapy: Assistance for families to navigate challenges, improve dynamics, and foster healthier relationships.
• Premarital Counseling: Guidance and support for couples preparing for marriage, focusing on communication, expectations, and relationship skills. https://estestherapy.com/services/premarital/ 
• Specialized Therapy: Tailored approaches for specific issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ concerns.
• Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy: A cutting-edge treatment combining ketamine with psychotherapy to address treatment-resistant depression and other mental health conditions.

The therapist Jacob Munhoz offers ketamine assisted psychotherapy and is here to help. You will need to fill out our contact form and our Clinical Care Coordinator will give you a call.

Yes, we do! If you need a letter for court stating you have been in therapy, simply let us know.

We do not write letters for Emotional Support Animals. This website may be able to link you with a Licensed therapist that can provide an ESA letter for people in the local San Diego area: https://ezcareclinic.io/california-esa/emotional-support-animal-letter-in-san-diego/