Kimberly Coady Heikkila, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Kimberly!

I help clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I also work with depression and offer Exposure Response Prevention for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

My focus

Have you been struggling with anxiety and obsessive thoughts? Are you a couple struggling to navigate conflict and communication? Whether you're building coping skills, exploring your personal goals, or working to improve your relationship, I'll work with you to create a growth plan that feels empowering and achievable.

My approach

I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!

My communication style

I'm a practical therapist and will offer you a variety of tools. I strive to provide active and reflective listening so that you feel heard, seen, and understood. I will provide you with a safe space to talk about your concerns and validate your experience, as well as offer a non-judgmental, supportive presence.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have been passionate about working in the field of mental health since I was young. I have worked with children, young adults, and adults with severe and persistent mental health conditions. I am passionate about offering the best quality of care to clients.

My goals for you

I offer tools and resources so that you have skills and techniques to practice outside of sessions.

Our first session

During our first session, I will work to understand your primary concerns and explore how best we can meet your needs. I will answer any questions about my therapeutic approach and therapy style to ensure we are a good match.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

Anxiety

Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

Relationship Issues

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Behavioral Activation

Dialectical (DBT)

Exposure Response Prevention

Gottman Method

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers
Allegiance

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of California, Berkeley.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Kimberly Coady Heikkila