Heather Torres, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Heather is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Heather is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Heather
- 2 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Let’s check in! I’m Heather Torres, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with adolescents and adults across corrections, inpatient units, outpatient care, residential treatment, drug courts, and private practice. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore life’s challenges. My client-centered approach focuses on your goals, your pace, and your unique experience. In therapy, I help you reflect, grow, and build tools for lasting change.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Harm Reduction
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Heather Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144614983.
- LCSW · California · LCSW121212 · Renews February 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 Heather Torres offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Heather Torres works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Heather Torres speak?
Heather Torres speaks English.
How many years of experience does Heather Torres have?
Heather Torres has 2 years of experience.
Where is Heather Torres licensed to practice?
Heather Torres is licensed to practice in California.
Does Heather Torres accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Heather Torres 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 Heather Torres accept insurance?
Yes, Heather Torres accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna.
Does Heather Torres accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Heather Torres 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 Heather Torres offer?
Heather Torres offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How do I get started with Heather Torres?
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.
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.