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Steve Gratwick

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

12 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Steve

Everyone faces challenges with anxiety, grief, depression or reduced self-esteem at times. I am here to provide caring, empathetic and structured support for when you’re dealing with these issues. You may also want to build upon the progress you’ve made in the past, but finding yourself stuck or without focus. Learning the triggers, tools and strategies to better understand and help manage these hurdles when they come up can have a lasting and positive impact. As a therapist with over 10 years of experience, I’ve worked with a wide range of diverse individuals and communities. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT), I also include Solution-Focused and Strengths-Based concepts in my therapy practice. I look forward to listening to what matters to you, and together developing and supporting your path towards renewed balance and wellness. I also incorporate aspects of Somatic Therapy practices. As a supplement to the other tools we’ll explore, many people find that developing a more mindful, intuitive and body-focused awareness can boost progress towards their therapy and personal goals. This includes guided relaxation and sensory enhancement techniques that can be utilized beyond the therapy session, promoting a more empowered and durable sense of self. Now is a great time to begin taking these affirming steps towards your healthy and resilient future.

Learning the triggers, tools and strategies to better understand and help manage hurdles when they come up can have a lasting and positive impact.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Affirming
  • Empowering
  • Holistic
  • Solution-oriented

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

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Interests

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Steve Gratwick, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #61950 (exp April 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

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

Steve Gratwick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Steve is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Steve’s California license number is 61950, 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.

Steve Gratwick has been practicing therapy for 12 years. Steve’s education and training include BA - History, Lawrence University; MSW - Social Work, University of Southern California,; EdD - Education, University of Southern California. Over that time, Steve has worked closely with Geriatric clients and LGBTQ+. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Steve is part of that group.

Steve Gratwick works with Geriatric clients and LGBTQ+ and specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Grief, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, Men's Issues, Panic, Sleep, Stress, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Steve spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Steve is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Steve Gratwick draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Steve’s style is action-oriented, affirming, empowering, holistic, and solution-oriented. In Steve’s words: “Learning the triggers, tools and strategies to better understand and help manage hurdles when they come up can have a lasting and positive impact.”

Steve Gratwick (he/him) offers therapy in English. Steve identifies as White. Steve provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

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