Esmeralda Gonzalez, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Esmeralda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Esmeralda is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Esmeralda
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
My goal is to create a safe and comfortable environment where you can identify your emotions, and process, and verbalize your needs while learning and implementing effective coping techniques in a culturally humble environment. I utilize Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. With my clients I also use a strength-based and culturally humble approach.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Esmeralda Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619123338.
- LCSW · California · LCSW65205 · Renews September 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 Esmeralda Gonzalez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Esmeralda Gonzalez 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 Esmeralda Gonzalez speak?
Esmeralda Gonzalez speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Esmeralda Gonzalez have?
Esmeralda Gonzalez has 10 years of experience.
Where is Esmeralda Gonzalez licensed to practice?
Esmeralda Gonzalez is licensed to practice in California.
Does Esmeralda Gonzalez accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Esmeralda Gonzalez 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 Esmeralda Gonzalez offer?
Esmeralda Gonzalez offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Esmeralda Gonzalez?
Esmeralda Gonzalez 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 Esmeralda Gonzalez?
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.