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Jocelyn Tapia

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

4 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Jocelyn

Therapy is a journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and healing. My goal is to offer clients a safe, non-judgmental, and interactive space to work through personal issues and grow into a better version of themselves. You have taken the first step towards getting to know yourself on a deeper level by simply being here. Therapy is the place where you can be yourself, talk freely, and gently be challenged to grow. My personal philosophy around therapy is that it is a tool used to help you navigate and explore different aspects of yourself. All human beings need help navigating life and gaining assistance through life's obstacles from time to time. I approach my work with clients by providing unconditional positive regard, validation, genuineness, collaboration, and a form of support to help them gain new perspectives and a sense of purpose in life. I firmly believe that you know yourself best and recognize that therapy is not one-size-fits-all. I will work with you to create a tailored treatment to fit your needs.

My goal is to offer clients a safe, non-judgmental, and interactive space to work through personal issues and grow into a better version of themselves.

Communication Style

  • Action-oriented
  • Affirming
  • Authentic
  • Holistic
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC

Approach

  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

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

Jocelyn Tapia, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #132973 (exp May 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

Jocelyn Tapia accepts Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Health Net, Aetna, Centivo, Prime Health, 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.

Jocelyn Tapia is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Jocelyn is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Jocelyn’s California license number is 132973, 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.

Jocelyn Tapia has been practicing therapy for 4 years. Jocelyn’s education and training include MS - Counseling, Option: Marriage and Family Therapy, California State University, Northridge. Over that time, Jocelyn has worked closely with BIPOC.

Jocelyn Tapia works with BIPOC and specializes in Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, IPV/DV, Stress, Substance Use, and Women's Issues. These are the areas where Jocelyn spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Jocelyn is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Jocelyn Tapia draws on Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Jocelyn’s style is action-oriented, affirming, authentic, holistic, and warm. In Jocelyn’s words: “My goal is to offer clients a safe, non-judgmental, and interactive space to work through personal issues and grow into a better version of themselves.”

Jocelyn Tapia (she/her) offers therapy in English and Spanish. Jocelyn identifies as Hispanic/Latinx.

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