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Araceli Bejar Lua, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Octave

At a glance

Araceli is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.

Great news, Araceli is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

More about Araceli

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

My work experience has been mainly with adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. I believe that experiencing hardships can be seen as an invitation to learn more about ourselves and evolve in our life journey to reach our highest potential. My philosophy is one of a holistic approach (mind, body, & spirit). With this approach, I focus with patients to explore, as well as educate, on becoming aware of behavioral patterns, thoughts, and somatic responses.

My goal is to help patients increase self-awareness, increase coping skills to manage symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and trauma. Most importantly, I provide a safe and welcoming therapeutic environment in which patients can explore their symptoms, feelings, and life difficulties. By working together through the therapeutic process, I guide patients into a path of self-discovery and empowerment to develop into healthy and whole individuals.

Specialties

Anxiety Cultural Issues/Racial Stress Depression Grief Life Transitions Stress Trauma Women's Issues Anger Issues Caregiver Burnout Divorce Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session) Workplace Stress

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Licenses

Araceli Bejar Lua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1750717435.

  • LCSW · California · 88712 · Renews April 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 Araceli Bejar Lua offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Araceli Bejar Lua 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 Araceli Bejar Lua speak?

Araceli Bejar Lua speaks Spanish.

How many years of experience does Araceli Bejar Lua have?

Araceli Bejar Lua has 12 years of experience.

Where is Araceli Bejar Lua licensed to practice?

Araceli Bejar Lua is licensed to practice in California.

Does Araceli Bejar Lua accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Araceli Bejar Lua 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 Araceli Bejar Lua offer?

Araceli Bejar Lua offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Araceli Bejar Lua?

Araceli Bejar Lua 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 Araceli Bejar Lua?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.