Leila Costa, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Leila is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Leila is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Portuguese
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Leila
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I work closely with individuals on deeply personal aspects of life, helping them navigate emotions, relationships, illness, and life transitions. I’ve learned that meaningful growth comes from a balance of support, insight, and thoughtful challenges. My approach is relational, evidence-based, and interactive, informed by a multicultural perspective shaped by living on three continents. I look forward to connecting with you and supporting your journey.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Harm Reduction
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Leila Costa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427428671.
- LMFT · California · 89111 · Renews June 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.
Frequently asked questions
Does Leila Costa offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Leila Costa works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Leila Costa speak?
Leila Costa speaks Portuguese.
How many years of experience does Leila Costa have?
Leila Costa has 12 years of experience.
Where is Leila Costa licensed to practice?
Leila Costa is licensed to practice in California.
Does Leila Costa accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Leila Costa 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 Leila Costa accept insurance?
Yes, Leila Costa accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Leila Costa accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Leila Costa 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 Leila Costa offer?
Leila Costa offers clients Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Psychodynamic Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Leila Costa?
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.