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Efren Urbina

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

7 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Efren

Whether it be relationship conflicts, phobias, substance abuse, depression, or anxiety, I specialize in identifying the problem(s) and supporting your treatment as we implement solutions to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. I have years of experience working with adolescents and adults using various modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), seeking safety, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. You are not alone! Millions of people, from all walks of life, struggle with managing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress, insomnia, and many other common mental health issues. Acknowledging that you need professional help is the first step toward getting your life back. Working together, I can help you identify the root of the problem, develop a client-centered treatment plan, and start implementing evidence-based practices to meet your individualized treatment goals. I’ll provide unconditional and nonjudgmental support throughout our journey together as you slowly recover what’s rightfully yours—your life. Treatment will be at your pace, based on your comfort level, and focused on reducing symptoms to improve quality of life.

I’ll be providing unconditional and nonjudgmental support our entire journey together as you slowly recover what’s rightfully yours – your life.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Authentic
  • Empowering
  • Exploratory
  • Holistic

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Black community
  • Indigenous Americans
  • Parents
  • Veterans
  • First responders
  • Immigrants

Approach

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Additional

Interests

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Efren Urbina, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #91014 (exp August 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

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

Efren Urbina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Efren is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Efren’s California license number is 91014, 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.

Efren Urbina has been practicing therapy for 7 years. Efren’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, California State University Northridge. Over that time, Efren has worked closely with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Indigenous Americans, Parents, Veterans, First responders, Immigrants, and Students.

Efren Urbina works with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Indigenous Americans, Parents, Veterans, First responders, Immigrants, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Relationship Concerns, Sleep, Stress, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Efren spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Efren is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Efren Urbina draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Harm Reduction, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Efren’s style is action-oriented, authentic, empowering, exploratory, and holistic. In Efren’s words: “I’ll be providing unconditional and nonjudgmental support our entire journey together as you slowly recover what’s rightfully yours – your life.”

Efren Urbina (he/him) offers therapy in English and Spanish. Efren identifies as Hispanic/Latinx.

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