Affordable Therapy Covered by Blue Shield in California
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- Begin your path to wellness
Why Octave
01.
Find the Right Therapist
Browse from hundreds of vetted therapists and pick your own, or work with a Care Navigator to get a custom match.
02.
Understand Your Costs
Whether you’re using insurance benefits or not, we'll send you a detailed estimate, so you know exactly what you'll be paying upfront.
03.
Embark on Your Journey
Your therapist will work with you to set goals for therapy and track your progress to make sure you get the most out of the experience.
What set us apart
Live in California with Blue Cross Blue Shield? Save hundreds.
95%
People using insurance in California spend less than $25 per session after their deductible is met, regardless of insurance provider.
+1,000
California Providers to choose from to find your perfect match
Insurance Coverage
Know your costs
Discover how much BCBS will cover for therapy sessions with Octave. Simply select your state and insurance provider to see your out-of-pocket costs. Save time and make informed decisions about your care.
I love my counselor, and I am so grateful Octave has made this resource easy and accessible after *years* of struggling to find the right option for me.
The scheduling is very efficient and easy. You guys are on it in terms of figuring out insurance, contacting us to get preferences and making sure we get scheduled quickly. I’ve recommended Octave to at least 10 people.
I appreciated the initial consult that Octave did with me. They took the time to match me with a therapist that has truly helped me. Octave matched me with a therapist based on my schedule and needs. I have recommended Octave to friends and coworkers, one of my coworkers is now utilizing the services.
From the first session I knew my therapist really understood what I wanted from our sessions. She was kind and compassionate while challenging me to work through my anxiety. I’ve worked with other online first mental health providers and was frequently disappointed as the matches never seemed to be the right fit. I’ve recommended Octave to several of my friends.
Everything about my experience has been easy, not adding to my already stressful life. My therapist is so in tune to my needs and I feel like she truly understands my issues.
The strong therapeutic relationship I had built with my therapist as well as the ease of conducting sessions online. It was very easy to get started and there was not a big wait until seeing my therapist for the first time.
I love my counselor, and I am so grateful Octave has made this resource easy and accessible after *years* of struggling to find the right option for me.
The scheduling is very efficient and easy. You guys are on it in terms of figuring out insurance, contacting us to get preferences and making sure we get scheduled quickly. I’ve recommended Octave to at least 10 people.
I appreciated the initial consult that Octave did with me. They took the time to match me with a therapist that has truly helped me. Octave matched me with a therapist based on my schedule and needs. I have recommended Octave to friends and coworkers, one of my coworkers is now utilizing the services.
From the first session I knew my therapist really understood what I wanted from our sessions. She was kind and compassionate while challenging me to work through my anxiety. I’ve worked with other online first mental health providers and was frequently disappointed as the matches never seemed to be the right fit. I’ve recommended Octave to several of my friends.
Everything about my experience has been easy, not adding to my already stressful life. My therapist is so in tune to my needs and I feel like she truly understands my issues.
The strong therapeutic relationship I had built with my therapist as well as the ease of conducting sessions online. It was very easy to get started and there was not a big wait until seeing my therapist for the first time.
No, Octave is not a subscription/membership service. Clients are charged on a per appointment basis.
For an estimate, enter your information into our Cost Estimator. During sign-up, we'll provide a more accurate estimate based on your information. For in-network clients, we will contact your insurance company on your behalf to learn more about your coverage and benefits. Before your first session, we will provide you with your Cost of Care, which includes a price range you can expect to pay after your initial session with your therapist.
After signing up, you may have the option to self-select a provider from a recommended list and be matched and scheduled after your confirmation is received.
If you opt to receive matching assistance from our Care Navigation Team, you can expect to receive an email from your Care Navigator containing a match offer within 3 business days.
Some new Octave clients may be requested to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with a Care Navigator in order for us to learn more about needs and preferences. Following this consultation, clients can expect to be matched within 1 business day.
Octave clients generally meet with their therapists on a weekly basis through a secure, HIPAA compliant video platform. Octave clients booking with an in-person provider may also have the opportunity to meet with their therapist in-office.
For virtual services, clients receive regular reminder emails containing each upcoming session’s video conferencing link. Clients will use this unique link to access their appointment.
For in-person services, all intake appointments are conducted virtually. For follow-up in-person appointments, therapists will provide their office information and specific instructions during the client’s virtual intake session.
Yes, we have limited early morning, evening, and weekend availability.
Octave was founded to provide outcome-focused mental health care that measurably changes lives. We have a curated group of quality therapists and have a rigorous selection process before letting therapists work on our platform. Our providers all have years of experience and their specialties are vetted to ensure that the providers can truly provide the best care. We also measure our clients' symptoms over time to ensure that meaningful improvement is actually happening. Check out our approach to care page to learn more.
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