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Molly Goodkind

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

5 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Molly

As a therapist, I approach my work with warmth, humility, and curiosity. I view therapy as a collaborative experience, and as someone on my own mental health journey, I have a vast amount of respect and empathy for the folks I work with. While I prioritize the relationship and believe that all good work will begin with a strong connection, I do also like to focus on exploring concrete options for moving forward with a client’s goals. This often means drawing on evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and drawing on a client’s personal wisdom and expertise in what works and doesn’t work for them. While therapy is certainly never easy, I do my best to create a therapeutic space that feels comfortable, non-judgmental, and hopefully at times even enjoyable. I have experience working with folks all across the many spectrums of identity but feel particularly passionate about supporting those who have often been underserved or have not had access to mental healthcare that feels safe and accessible.

While therapy is certainly never easy, I do my best to create a therapeutic space that feels comfortable, non-judgmental, and hopefully at times even enjoyable.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Direct
  • Exploratory
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • BIPOC
  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Black community
  • Indigenous Americans
  • Geriatric clients
  • Parents
  • Immigrants
  • Neurodivergence

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Molly Goodkind, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #100078 (exp February 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

Molly Goodkind accepts Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Aetna, Health Net, Prime Health, Centivo, and Blue Shield of California. 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.

Molly Goodkind is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Molly is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Molly’s California license number is 100078, 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.

Molly Goodkind has been practicing therapy for 5 years. Molly’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, University of California, Berkeley. Over that time, Molly has worked closely with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Indigenous Americans, Geriatric clients, Parents, Immigrants, Neurodivergence, Blended families, Non-monogamous relationships, Students, LGBTQ+, Trans+, and Latine Community.

Molly Goodkind works with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Indigenous Americans, Geriatric clients, Parents, Immigrants, Neurodivergence, Blended families, Non-monogamous relationships, Students, LGBTQ+, Trans+, and Latine Community and specializes in Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Chronic Illness, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief, Immigration, IPV/DV, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Panic, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), and Relationship Concerns, among other areas. These are the areas where Molly spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Molly is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Molly Goodkind draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Harm Reduction, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Molly’s style is affirming, authentic, direct, exploratory, and warm. In Molly’s words: “While therapy is certainly never easy, I do my best to create a therapeutic space that feels comfortable, non-judgmental, and hopefully at times even enjoyable.”

Molly Goodkind (she/her) offers therapy in English. Molly identifies as White. Molly provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

Molly Goodkind offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Molly 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 Molly Goodkind is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Molly 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 Molly’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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