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Vanessa Fierstadt

VirtualIn-PersonHigh Satisfaction Rate

12 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Vanessa

Finding immense joy and passion in my work as a nurturing and interactive therapist, I offer a holistic approach to therapy. I address the interconnected facets of body, mind, and spirit. Drawing inspiration from Existential principles, I integrate Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As we navigate the intricacies of your unique experience, my goal is to instill in you a sense of empowerment that will go beyond the therapy room. I am dedicated to ensuring that you feel seen and heard. By actively engaging in the therapeutic process, you can reclaim agency over your well-being and chart a path toward a more fulfilling and authentic life.

My goal is to instill in you a sense of empowerment that will go beyond the therapy room.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Empowering
  • Mindful
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

402 S Marengo Ave
Suite 280, Pasadena, California 91101

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Interests

Living a well-rounded life is something I consistently encourage my clients to do, and I make an effort to practice it myself. Connecting with nature is one of my ultimate grounding necessities. You can often find me running on the trails or enjoying the soothing sounds of the ocean waves at the beach. I cherish the time spent in the company of friends and family. I have a deep appreciation for live music and exploring new culinary food destinations.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#89726 • California • LMFT

Education

MS - Counseling, California State University, Fresno

Vanessa Fierstadt, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #89726 (exp December 2026)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Vanessa Fierstadt accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Health Net, Prime Health, Centivo, 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.

Vanessa Fierstadt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Vanessa is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Vanessa’s California license number is 89726, 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.

Vanessa Fierstadt has been practicing therapy for 12 years. Vanessa’s education and training include MS - Counseling, California State University, Fresno. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Vanessa is part of that group.

Vanessa Fierstadt specializes in Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Stress, and Women's Issues. These are the areas where Vanessa spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Vanessa is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Vanessa Fierstadt draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Harm Reduction, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Vanessa’s style is affirming, authentic, empowering, mindful, and warm. In Vanessa’s words: “My goal is to instill in you a sense of empowerment that will go beyond the therapy room.”

Vanessa Fierstadt (she/her) offers therapy in English. Vanessa identifies as White.

Vanessa Fierstadt offers online sessions over secure video as well as in-person sessions at 402 S Marengo Ave in Pasadena. Vanessa 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 Vanessa Fierstadt is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Vanessa 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 Vanessa’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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