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Kevin Chow

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

5 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Kevin

My approach to therapy revolves around putting my clients at the center of the process. It could involve processing through deep-rooted issues, equipping you with coping mechanisms and practical skills, or even collaboration to problem solve. This means tailoring treatment to suit your specific needs and preferences. For me, being a therapist is a profound privilege to walk alongside my clients on their journey towards self-discovery and growth. I see each client as an individual with unique experiences, challenges, and aspirations. My role is to support them in realizing their vision for themselves and helping them navigate through whatever obstacles they may encounter along the way.

My approach to therapy revolves around putting my clients at the center of the process.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Calming
  • Holistic
  • Humorous

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Parents
  • Immigrants
  • Neurodivergence
  • Students

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

Kevin Chow, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #125532 (exp April 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

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

Kevin Chow is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Kevin is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Kevin’s California license number is 125532, 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.

Kevin Chow has been practicing therapy for 5 years. Kevin’s education and training include BS - Psychology, University of California, Davis; MA - Marriage and Family therapy, Western Seminary. Over that time, Kevin has worked closely with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Parents, Immigrants, Neurodivergence, and Students.

Kevin Chow works with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Parents, Immigrants, Neurodivergence, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, IPV/DV, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Panic, and Relationship Concerns, among other areas. These are the areas where Kevin spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Kevin is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Kevin Chow draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Kevin’s style is authentic, calming, holistic, and humorous. In Kevin’s words: “My approach to therapy revolves around putting my clients at the center of the process.”

Kevin Chow (he/him) offers therapy in English. Kevin identifies as East Asian and Southeast Asian.

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