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Katherine Fan, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Octave

At a glance

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

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

More about Katherine

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

I am passionate about helping clients work through challenges by creating a comfortable environment where they feel safe to explore and process hardships. I believe that it is necessary for there to be respect, sensitivity, and compassion within the therapeutic relationship for treatment to be effective. I use a person-centered approach to treatment and do my best to tailor treatment to meet each client’s needs.

Specialties

ADHD Anxiety Couples Therapy (2+ adults in session) Cultural Issues/Racial Stress Depression Family Conflict (1 adult in session) Family Therapy (2+ adults in session) Life Transitions Stress Trauma Women's Issues Premarital Counseling (2 adults in session) Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session)

Treatment Approaches

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Couples [The Gottman Method]
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Licenses

Katherine Fan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093202749.

  • LMFT · California · 125274 · 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 Katherine Fan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Katherine Fan 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 Katherine Fan speak?

Katherine Fan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Katherine Fan have?

Katherine Fan has 4 years of experience.

Where is Katherine Fan licensed to practice?

Katherine Fan is licensed to practice in California.

Does Katherine Fan accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Katherine Fan 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 Katherine Fan offer?

Katherine Fan offers clients Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy.

How can I communicate with Katherine Fan?

Katherine Fan 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 Katherine Fan?

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.