Jennifer Cerda, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Jennifer is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Jennifer is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Jennifer
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
My commitment to you involves helping you reduce and/or manage the anxiety, depression, burnout, and relational distress. We will shed the layers of self-doubt, fend off the overwhelming and burdensome negativity that drags you down, and restore positive life balance to you and the people that matter most to you. By taking a closer look at the patterns within your relationships, and your personality style, and then looking deeper into the place where these thoughts and feelings were all formed, you can learn to break old patterns and establish a strong independent sense of self.
I have more than 10 years of therapy experience in public, non-profit, and educational settings working with a variety of ages, populations, and mental health concerns. I have been in private practice for 8 years.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Jennifer Cerda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992091771.
- LMFT · California · LMFT82200 · Renews May 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 Jennifer Cerda offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Jennifer Cerda works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Jennifer Cerda speak?
Jennifer Cerda speaks English.
How many years of experience does Jennifer Cerda have?
Jennifer Cerda has 16 years of experience.
Where is Jennifer Cerda licensed to practice?
Jennifer Cerda is licensed to practice in California.
Does Jennifer Cerda accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Jennifer Cerda 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 Jennifer Cerda offer?
Jennifer Cerda offers clients Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
How can I communicate with Jennifer Cerda?
Jennifer Cerda can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Jennifer Cerda?
Just tap the CHAT 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.
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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.