Kristen Sherman, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Kristen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Kristen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Kristen
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I believe in the power of validation while gently encouraging change, creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment. I use evidence-based approaches such as DBT, ACT, and EMDR along with person-centered therapy to meet clients where they are while fostering both acceptance and growth. I work with those experiencing painful emotions, dysregulating thoughts, and ineffective behaviors, and I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, and emotion dysregulation.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Prolonged Exposure
- Strengths-based
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Kristen Sherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164011748.
- LMFT · California · LMFT130115 · Renews December 2025
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 Kristen Sherman offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kristen Sherman works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Kristen Sherman speak?
Kristen Sherman speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kristen Sherman have?
Kristen Sherman has 4 years of experience.
Where is Kristen Sherman licensed to practice?
Kristen Sherman is licensed to practice in California.
Does Kristen Sherman accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Kristen Sherman accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Kristen Sherman accept insurance?
Yes, Kristen Sherman accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Kristen Sherman accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kristen Sherman 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 Kristen Sherman offer?
Kristen Sherman offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How do I get started with Kristen Sherman?
Just tap the BOOK 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.
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.