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Karen Bohall-Ortega

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

9 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Karen

I have an extensive history supporting folx from the LGBTQ+ community and those who identify as gender queer, non-binary or trans. I have many years of experience supporting children, families, and individuals experiencing hardship as well as those searching for a balance of health, healing, and wellness in their lives. I approach my work with humor, authenticity, and the belief that people deserve the space and energy to be heard and seen for who they truly are. Using an integrative approach, I meet clients where they are at emotionally and use a mix of narrative, relational, and mindfulness based approaches. In addition, I am a certified strengthening families trainer and have worked with parents and families in my private practice as well as in community based settings.

I approach my work with humor, authenticity, and the belief that people deserve the space and energy to be heard and seen for who they truly are.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Challenging
  • Holistic
  • Humorous
  • Mindful

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Non-monogamous relationships
  • Students
  • LGBTQ+

Approach

  • Harm Reduction
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Strengths-Based

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

I love the outdoors. You can often find me hiking or at the beach in my down time. I'm a proud parent, so spending time with my children and family is one of my favorite things to do.

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#102537 • California • LMFT

Education

BS - Psychology California, Polytechnic University San Luis Obispo MA - Community Mental Health, California Institute of Integral Studies

Karen Bohall-Ortega, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #102537 (exp January 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

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

Karen Bohall-Ortega is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Karen is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Karen’s California license number is 102537, 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.

Karen Bohall-Ortega has been practicing therapy for 9 years. Karen’s education and training include BS - Psychology California, Polytechnic University San Luis Obispo; MA - Community Mental Health, California Institute of Integral Studies. Over that time, Karen has worked closely with BIPOC, Non-monogamous relationships, Students, and LGBTQ+.

Karen Bohall-Ortega works with BIPOC, Non-monogamous relationships, Students, and LGBTQ+ and specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Divorce, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Family Therapy, Grief, LGBTQ+, Panic, Stress, and Trauma. These are the areas where Karen spends most of their clinical time. Karen also sees families together in joint sessions. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Karen is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Karen Bohall-Ortega draws on Harm Reduction, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Relational, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Karen’s style is authentic, challenging, holistic, humorous, and mindful. In Karen’s words: “I approach my work with humor, authenticity, and the belief that people deserve the space and energy to be heard and seen for who they truly are.”

Karen Bohall-Ortega (she/her, they/them) offers therapy in English. Karen identifies as White. Karen provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

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