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Kimberly Porter

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

7 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Kimberly

I have worked in the mental health and social services field for over 13 years, focusing on a trauma-informed, Strengths-Based approach utilizing different therapeutic modalities. My time working with clients has taught me about the power of relationships and connection. In therapy, I focus on creating a safe and healing space for my clients to encourage their growth in self-awareness and their capabilities. I believe in using humor and genuine connection to assist my clients in taking positive steps toward taking care of themselves and their mental wellness.

I believe in using humor and genuine connection to assist my clients in taking positive steps.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Authentic
  • Engaging
  • Humorous

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Parents
  • Students

Approach

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Spending time with family and friends, listening to audiobooks, crafting, trying new restaurants, and exercising.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#LCSW 92889 • California • LCSW

Education

BA - Global Studies and Spanish, Providence College MSW - Social Work, California State University, Sacramento

Kimberly Porter, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #LCSW 92889 (exp November 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Kimberly Porter accepts Centivo, Health Net, Aetna, Prime Health, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, 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.

Kimberly Porter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Kimberly is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Kimberly’s California license number is LCSW 92889, 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.

Kimberly Porter has been practicing therapy for 7 years. Kimberly’s education and training include BA - Global Studies and Spanish, Providence College; MSW - Social Work, California State University, Sacramento. Over that time, Kimberly has worked closely with Parents and Students.

Kimberly Porter works with Parents and Students and specializes in Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Kimberly spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Kimberly is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Kimberly Porter draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Harm Reduction, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Kimberly’s style is action-oriented, authentic, engaging, and humorous. In Kimberly’s words: “I believe in using humor and genuine connection to assist my clients in taking positive steps.”

Kimberly Porter (she/her) offers therapy in English. Kimberly identifies as White.

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