Relational Psychotherapy in Los Angeles and Virtually in California
Welcome
Hello and welcome. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, CA.
I provide psychotherapy to children (5+), teens, adults, parents, and couples.
What to expect in therapy
We will start by scheduling a 20-minute free consultation phone call. This gives us both the opportunity to ask each other questions. I’ll share more about my work and techniques, and you’ll share what you are looking to get out of therapy. You can then see if you think I may be a good fit as your or your child’s therapist.
Your therapy sessions are a space for you to express your thoughts, emotions, life experiences, relationships, and more. Our work together will help you develop a stronger self-understanding and address the specific goals that you bring to therapy. I am here to answer any questions about what this experience may be like, especially if this is your first time in therapy.
My therapeutic approach
My goal is to create a safe, collaborative environment for us to explore your strengths and challenges together. I use an integrative approach - I draw from several different models (ie. attachment theory) depending on the needs of the client - while maintaining a grounding in relational psychoanalytic psychotherapy. This relational model means that I believe that our therapeutic relationship is key to success in therapy. Our work together will be strengths based to support you through the challenges and goals that you bring to therapy.
My work with children is grounded in non-directive play therapy. I work to create a safe space for your child to express themselves, whether that expression is verbal or through play. I work closely with you as the parent to understand more context around your child’s home and school life, their challenges, and their strengths.
Office location & virtual therapy
I offer both in-person and virtual therapy depending on the needs and location of each client.
My office is located at the intersection of Eagle Rock, Highland Park, and Pasadena (at 850 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles).
While I currently live and work in Los Angeles, I also offer telehealth throughout California. I have deep connections to the SF Bay Area where I lived for 12 years before moving back to LA.
My education and experience
I hold a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California, Berkeley in 2013 and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from The Wright Institute in 2020. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT #165252).
My experience as a therapist includes working with children, teens, adults, couples, and parents in school, community mental health, and private practice settings.
Fees and insurance
I am an out-of-network provider. If your insurer accepts claims from out-of-network providers, I can provide a “superbill” which you can submit for partial reimbursement, depending on your insurance (here is a useful article about superbills). My fee for a 45-minute psychotherapy session is $200.
Good Faith Estimate: You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.
Contact me
Contact me in whichever way is most comfortable for you - by completing the form below, calling me at (626) 214-8473, or sending an email to kira@kirabartholomew.com. I look forward to connecting with you.