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Ross Edward Farley III

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

4 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Ross

I have spent many years working with a number of different populations, from Autism Spectrum Disorders to Eating and Feeding Disorders. The beauty of working in mental health for almost half my life is that I truly believe in the power of the therapeutic process and how we address the things in life that are no longer functional. The root cause of the distress is my focus because it demands such intricate and tactful navigation. When it comes to therapy, I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship. I also believe in client accountability and responsibility in the therapeutic process. When we address the things in life which are no longer working, we are making a conscious choice to do something different. If there is a desire to enact real change, and to work diligently to enact said change, then I am here and ready to work alongside.

When we address the things in life which are no longer working, we are making a conscious choice to do something different.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Authentic
  • Calming
  • Challenging
  • Engaging

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

  • Anger Issues
  • Animal Loss
  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Individual Therapy
  • Life Transitions

Focus Areas

  • Parents
  • Neurodivergence
  • Students

Approach

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • 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 being in the water. I live close to the ocean, so many times I will go to the beach for a swim and sometimes just to play in the waves. I have produced music for 20 years, so I enjoy being in my studio tinkering with tracks. I am also a big kid in the fact that I do enjoy playing video games.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#131332 • California • LMFT

Education

BA - Psychology, University of California San Diego MA - Counseling Psychology, Palo Alto University

Ross Farley III, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #131332 (exp February 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

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

Ross Edward Farley III is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Ross is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Ross’s California license number is 131332, 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.

Ross Edward Farley III has been practicing therapy for 4 years. Ross’s education and training include BA - Psychology, University of California San Diego; MA - Counseling Psychology, Palo Alto University. Over that time, Ross has worked closely with Parents, Neurodivergence, and Students.

Ross Edward Farley III works with Parents, Neurodivergence, and Students and specializes in Anger Issues, Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Eating Disorders, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, OCD, Relationship Concerns, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Ross spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Ross is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Ross Edward Farley III draws on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Harm Reduction, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Ross’s style is action-oriented, authentic, calming, challenging, and engaging. In Ross’s words: “When we address the things in life which are no longer working, we are making a conscious choice to do something different.”

Ross Edward Farley III (he/him) offers therapy in English. Ross identifies as White.

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