Ernan Alfaro, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Ernan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Ernan is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Ernan
- 4 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
My goal is to help you find your way to a journey of self-love, healing, and learning the other side of yourself that you seek. I find that the most effective way is to approach everyone in an authentic, strength-based, nonjudgmental balanced approach in order to meet the individual where they are in their stage of healing. I provide a safe space for individuals to discuss their deepest issues in order to help them process, identify, and cope with past traumas or issues they have been dealing with. Doing so gives them another perspective and provides another route to their healing journey. I truly believe that there is no set way to healing.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Ernan Alfaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922533777.
- LCSW · California · 103126 · Renews August 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ernan Alfaro offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ernan Alfaro works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Ernan Alfaro speak?
Ernan Alfaro speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Ernan Alfaro have?
Ernan Alfaro has 4 years of experience.
Where is Ernan Alfaro licensed to practice?
Ernan Alfaro is licensed to practice in California.
Does Ernan Alfaro accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ernan Alfaro does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Ernan Alfaro offer?
Ernan Alfaro offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ernan Alfaro?
Ernan Alfaro can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Ernan Alfaro?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.