Dereka Ross, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Dereka is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Dereka is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
More about Dereka
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
Life’s journey can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re striving for a version of yourself that feels out of reach. I support clients in uncovering the strength, resilience, and wisdom they already carry, creating a space where they feel truly seen and valued. Grounded in a person-centered approach, I integrate diverse therapeutic methods to address the whole person. I believe therapy must move beyond words and offer tools and insights that support meaningful, lasting change.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples [The Gottman Method]
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Dereka Ross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1760971204.
- LCPC · Maryland · LC11715 · Renews January 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 Dereka Ross offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dereka Ross works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Dereka Ross speak?
Dereka Ross speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dereka Ross have?
Dereka Ross has 5 years of experience.
Where is Dereka Ross licensed to practice?
Dereka Ross is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Dereka Ross accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dereka Ross accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dereka Ross accept insurance?
Yes, Dereka Ross accepts Centivo and Cigna.
Does Dereka Ross accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dereka Ross 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 Dereka Ross offer?
Dereka Ross offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How do I get started with Dereka Ross?
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.
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.