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Elizabeth Madrigal

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

11 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Elizabeth

We all inherit stories. Some help us become who we are. Others ask us to become someone we're not. My work is about learning the difference—and finding the courage to rewrite what no longer fits. Maybe you've spent years being the responsible one. The caretaker. The woman everyone could count on. Maybe you've followed the script you were handed, only to realize you're ready to write a different one. That's the work I care most about. Whether you're navigating a waiting season, untangling family roles, rebuilding your identity after change, or simply wondering who you're becoming, I hope you'll be reminded you're not alone.

My primary focus after assessment will be to create goals that are specific, attainable, and measurable so that you will be able to recognize your progress within our work.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Direct

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • BIPOC

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#118746 • California • LMFT

Education

BA - Sociology, California State University Dominguez Hills MA - Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University

Elizabeth Madrigal, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #118746 (exp March 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

What insurance do you have?

Frequently asked questions

Elizabeth Madrigal accepts Aetna, Prime Health, Health Net, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, and Out-of-State BlueCard PPO. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Elizabeth Madrigal is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Elizabeth is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Elizabeth’s California license number is 118746, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Elizabeth Madrigal has been practicing therapy for 11 years. Elizabeth’s education and training include BA - Sociology, California State University Dominguez Hills; MA - Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University. Over that time, Elizabeth has worked closely with BIPOC. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Elizabeth is part of that group.

Elizabeth Madrigal works with BIPOC and specializes in Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, and Women's Issues. These are the areas where Elizabeth spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Elizabeth is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Elizabeth Madrigal draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Elizabeth’s style is action-oriented and direct. In Elizabeth’s words: “My primary focus after assessment will be to create goals that are specific, attainable, and measurable so that you will be able to recognize your progress within our work.”

Elizabeth Madrigal (she/her) offers therapy in English and Spanish. Elizabeth identifies as Hispanic/Latinx.

Elizabeth Madrigal offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Elizabeth is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Elizabeth Madrigal is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Elizabeth will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Elizabeth’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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