Colby Arguelles, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Colby is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Colby is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Colby
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I can support your experience in a safe and supportive space to explore your current challenges and work towards the outcomes and goals you identify. I offer an atmosphere for open communication where you can increase awareness, understanding, confidence, and coping skills within a trusting relationship. I want to work with you to see life’s challenges that come your way as something that can be effectively managed and overcome, leaving satisfaction with yourself, others, and life.
I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field and over 10 years working as a Licensed Clinician. The populations I have served come from all backgrounds, communities, and identities.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
Colby Arguelles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477689164.
- LCSW · California · 28955 · Renews December 2025
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 Colby Arguelles offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Colby Arguelles works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Colby Arguelles speak?
Colby Arguelles speaks English.
How many years of experience does Colby Arguelles have?
Colby Arguelles has 13 years of experience.
Where is Colby Arguelles licensed to practice?
Colby Arguelles is licensed to practice in California.
Does Colby Arguelles accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Colby Arguelles 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 Colby Arguelles offer?
Colby Arguelles offers clients Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How do I get started with Colby Arguelles?
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.