Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff, PhD
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Charissa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Charissa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Farsi
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Charissa
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- PhD
Through experience and my own research, I have developed an integrated approach to therapy. I begin by providing education around symptoms then developing collaborative goals to reduce your symptoms. Once we have established our goals, we will then apply the most updated evidence-based practices into treatment. This integrated approach allows for flexibility in treatment.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-Focused
Licenses
Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457948861.
- PhD · California · PSY32309 · Renews December 2026
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 Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff 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 Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff speak?
Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff speaks Farsi.
How many years of experience does Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff have?
Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff has 5 years of experience.
Where is Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff licensed to practice?
Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff is licensed to practice in California.
Does Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff 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 Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff offer?
Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff?
Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff 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 Charissa Hosseini-Kekicheff?
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.