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Jacqueline Deras

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

17 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Jacqueline

I specialize in working with adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, parenting concerns, interpersonal /marital issues, and work stress. Whatever has brought you here, I welcome you on your journey. We have all experienced some stress in our lives as it relates to recent transitions, major life events, or day-to-day struggles. My passion has been to support the individual by focusing on their strengths and empowering them to overcome these challenges. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has worked in residential, community-based, and outpatient settings for 14 years. I am experienced in a variety of treatment modalities such as Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, and trauma-informed therapy. I assist patients in tolerating emotional distress and appropriately communicating their needs while finding purpose in their life. I meet you where you are and assist you in unraveling these issues in a supportive and collaborative way. I want you to know there's hope in working toward a more substantial life, where you are free from these troubles.

I assist patients in tolerating emotional distress and appropriately communicating their needs while finding purpose in their life.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Challenging
  • Engaging
  • Exploratory
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • BIPOC
  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Parents
  • First responders
  • Blended families
  • Non-monogamous relationships
  • Students

Approach

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

I enjoy pilates, calligraphy, gardening, and interior design.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#91426 • California • LMFT

Education

MS - Counseling, University of Phoenix

Jacqueline Deras, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #91426 (exp September 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

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

Jacqueline Deras is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Jacqueline is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Jacqueline’s California license number is 91426, 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.

Jacqueline Deras has been practicing therapy for 17 years. Jacqueline’s education and training include MS - Counseling, University of Phoenix. Over that time, Jacqueline has worked closely with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Parents, First responders, Blended families, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Jacqueline is part of that group.

Jacqueline Deras works with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Parents, First responders, Blended families, Non-monogamous relationships, and Students and specializes in Adoption/Foster Care, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, IPV/DV, Panic, Personality Disorders, Relationship Concerns, Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, and Sleep, among other areas. These are the areas where Jacqueline spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Jacqueline is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Jacqueline Deras draws on Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Jacqueline’s style is affirming, challenging, engaging, exploratory, and warm. In Jacqueline’s words: “I assist patients in tolerating emotional distress and appropriately communicating their needs while finding purpose in their life.”

Jacqueline Deras (she/her) offers therapy in English. Jacqueline identifies as Hispanic/Latinx.

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