Javier Serna, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Javier is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Javier is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Javier
- 9 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
My name is Javier and my focus as a therapist is to assist people in reaching their life-worth-living goals. I have been providing therapy in community-based mental health since 2013. I focus on the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy interventions while also incorporating each individual's strengths including culture to best approach treatment.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Licenses
Javier Serna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1699046631.
- LCSW · California · 73375 · Renews August 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 Javier Serna offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Javier Serna 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 Javier Serna speak?
Javier Serna speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Javier Serna have?
Javier Serna has 9 years of experience.
Where is Javier Serna licensed to practice?
Javier Serna is licensed to practice in California.
Does Javier Serna accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Javier Serna 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 Javier Serna offer?
Javier Serna offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Javier Serna?
Javier Serna 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 Javier Serna?
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.