Taylor Stearns, PsyD
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Taylor is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Taylor is accepting new clients!
- normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Taylor
- 3 years' experience
- PsyD
I take a supportive, collaborative, and solution-focused approach to psychotherapy that uses effective and evidence-based treatments to help my clients change their current relationships with difficult thoughts and feelings. Together, we will work on identifying and freeing you from the ineffective patterns that have been keeping you stuck while you actively take steps towards a more meaningful life.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
- Harm Reduction
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Taylor Stearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316493661.
- PsyD · California · 33114 · Renews January 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 Taylor Stearns offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Taylor Stearns 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 Taylor Stearns speak?
Taylor Stearns speaks English.
How many years of experience does Taylor Stearns have?
Taylor Stearns has 3 years of experience.
Where is Taylor Stearns licensed to practice?
Taylor Stearns is licensed to practice in California.
Does Taylor Stearns accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Taylor Stearns 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 Taylor Stearns offer?
Taylor Stearns offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Taylor Stearns?
Taylor Stearns 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 Taylor Stearns?
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.