Sepi Yashar, PsyD
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Sepi is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Sepi is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Farsi
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Sepi
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- PsyD
I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families struggling with addiction and mental health, specializing in approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. My counseling methods also include Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
My approach is relationship-focused and strength-based, infused with a healthy dose of humor. I am dedicated to creating a supportive environment for my clients to thrive.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Harm Reduction
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Sepi Yashar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770860868.
- PsyD · California · 24455 · Renews July 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sepi Yashar offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sepi Yashar works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Sepi Yashar speak?
Sepi Yashar speaks Farsi.
How many years of experience does Sepi Yashar have?
Sepi Yashar has 12 years of experience.
Where is Sepi Yashar licensed to practice?
Sepi Yashar is licensed to practice in California.
Does Sepi Yashar accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sepi Yashar does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Sepi Yashar offer?
Sepi Yashar offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How do I get started with Sepi Yashar?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.