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Shobha George

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

22 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California
+ 2 other states

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Shobha

I have experience working with all demographics but mostly with adults that struggle with a variety of issues, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, bipolar and psychotic disorders, stress management, family conflicts, relationship, behavioral and other mental health problems. My approach to you as a client is simple, meet you where you are. I use an eclectic theoretical approach that fits your needs, and one that makes you feel the most comfortable. I believe while seeking help you have goals to attain and it is my job to help you get there. It is my honor to use my expertise, skills, and knowledge to support you in that journey.

I use an eclectic theoretical approach that fits your needs, and one that makes you feel the most comfortable.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Challenging
  • Humorous
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Immigrants
  • Students

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for Florida, California, and Massachusetts residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Playing tennis, hiking, golfing, painting, fine embroidery

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#22777 • California • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, Mahatma Gandhi University, India

Shobha George, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #22777 (exp June 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

What insurance do you have?

Frequently asked questions

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

Shobha George is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Shobha is licensed to practice in Florida, California, and Massachusetts, so clients located in any of those states can book sessions. Shobha’s California license number is 22777, 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.

Shobha George has been practicing therapy for 22 years. Shobha’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, Mahatma Gandhi University, India. Over that time, Shobha has worked closely with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Immigrants, and Students. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Shobha is part of that group.

Shobha George works with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Immigrants, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic, Phobias, Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), Relationship Concerns, Stress, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Shobha spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Shobha is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Shobha George draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Shobha’s style is action-oriented, challenging, humorous, and warm. In Shobha’s words: “I use an eclectic theoretical approach that fits your needs, and one that makes you feel the most comfortable.”

Shobha George (she/her) offers therapy in English and Malayalam. Shobha identifies as Asian or Pacific Islander.

Shobha George offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Shobha is licensed in Florida, California, and Massachusetts, and you need to be located in one of those states at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Shobha George is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Shobha 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 Shobha’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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