Dora Porter, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Dora is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Dora is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Dora
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I have 14 years of professional experience in various clinical areas, including crisis intervention, case management, medical social work, community program implementation, inpatient psychiatric hospital care, conservatorship, clinical therapy (mental/behavioral health), family health advocacy, developmental disabilities, and mental health court (forensics). I thrive on assisting the underserved and anyone who desires holistic health. I approach treatment open-mindedly and, most importantly, open-heartedly, ready to connect with people who seek change and meaning. I meet you where you are and am equipped to ride alongside you to assist with reaching desired outcomes. I have an eclectic approach to practice, pulling from different modalities to meet each individual need presented. I work to help elicit and support goal establishment and completion, preparing for the fulfillment of desired outcomes.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Dora Porter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821379231.
- LCSW · California · 89982 · Renews July 2027
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 Dora Porter offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dora Porter works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Dora Porter speak?
Dora Porter speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dora Porter have?
Dora Porter has 13 years of experience.
Where is Dora Porter licensed to practice?
Dora Porter is licensed to practice in California.
Does Dora Porter accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dora Porter 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 Dora Porter offer?
Dora Porter offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How do I get started with Dora Porter?
Just tap the BOOK 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.