Mary Vertinski, PhD
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Mary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Mary is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Mary
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- PhD
My clinical practice centers around forming an open and genuine relationship. I like to work with my patients flexibly and collaboratively and take time to clarify how they can benefit from our work. I look for strengths and areas of resilience and am a strong believer in the capacity for life-long growth. I consider it a privilege to be a part of my patients' journeys.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Psychodynamic
- Strengths-Based
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Licenses
Mary Vertinski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881168771.
- PhD · California · PSY 30509 · Renews November 2026
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 Mary Vertinski offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mary Vertinski works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Mary Vertinski speak?
Mary Vertinski speaks English.
How many years of experience does Mary Vertinski have?
Mary Vertinski has 7 years of experience.
Where is Mary Vertinski licensed to practice?
Mary Vertinski is licensed to practice in California.
Does Mary Vertinski accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Mary Vertinski 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 Mary Vertinski offer?
Mary Vertinski offers clients Trauma-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
How do I get started with Mary Vertinski?
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.