Tel: 925-297-5302
PATRICA
ABOOD
CHILD,MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPIST
ABOUT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT License No. 87942) who works with children, adolescents, and young adults.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and their families to address both mental health and behavioral needs. I am well versed in providing treatment for anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and autism. My services include: individual and group therapy, consultation, social skills development, as well as, parent instructional support.
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My therapeutic approach uses cognitive behavioral techniques that are goal oriented and solution focused. Clients will learn new coping skills, as well as, develop more positive beliefs and behaviors by focusing on thought patterns, actions, and emotions.
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EDUCATION
I hold a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology - Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco and a BA in Psychology from the University of Maryland. My education has prepared me in providing effective, evidence based and culturally responsive therapy to my clients.
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MEMBERSHIP
California Associations of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT).
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MENTAL WELLNESS
Train your mind to see the good in everything. The happiness of your life depends on the quality of your thoughts.
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I accept insurance.
Currently, I am credentialed to work with clients who have Blue Shield of California, MHN, and Magellan Health Services.
Additionally, for those that have FSA or HSA plans, individual counseling is typically a permissible expense. However, please confirm with your particular plan. Also, some insurance providers pay "Out of Network" for therapy services, in this case "super bill" can be provided.
INSURANCE
Important Information
Currently, I am not taking insurance. However, for those that have FSA or HSA plans, individual counseling is typically a permissible expense. Please confirm with your particular plan. Also, some insurance providers pay "Out of Network" for therapy services, in this case a "super bill" can be provided.