Gretchen Escobar, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Gretchen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Gretchen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Washington
More about Gretchen
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
I view therapy as a safe place to explore relationships, whether with people or things, and to address the social, economic, and cultural influences that shape a person’s life. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process. I bring a committed, cooperative, non-judgmental, and compassionate approach, using individualized psychotherapeutic methods to support each client’s goals, feelings, behaviors, and experiences in the healing process.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
Licenses
Gretchen Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770734683.
- LMHC · Washington · LH60735606 · Renews April 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 Gretchen Escobar offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Gretchen Escobar works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Gretchen Escobar speak?
Gretchen Escobar speaks Spanish.
How many years of experience does Gretchen Escobar have?
Gretchen Escobar has 8 years of experience.
Where is Gretchen Escobar licensed to practice?
Gretchen Escobar is licensed to practice in Washington.
Does Gretchen Escobar accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Gretchen Escobar accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Gretchen Escobar accept insurance?
Yes, Gretchen Escobar accepts Cigna.
Does Gretchen Escobar accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Gretchen Escobar 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 Gretchen Escobar offer?
Gretchen Escobar offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Gretchen Escobar?
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