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Deborah Griffith, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through Octave

At a glance

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

FSA/HSA accepted
Great news, Deborah is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

More about Deborah

  • 1 year's experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

You may be insightful and self-aware, yet still feel stuck in patterns or moods that don’t serve you—such as emotional overwhelm, shutdown, depression, anxiety, grief, or painful relationship cycles. You want more than coping skills—you want to understand and rewire these patterns to feel more grounded, present, and capable in your daily life. Together, we gently explore what’s beneath these experiences so you can reconnect with your body, build regulation, and feel more secure in your life and relationships.

Specialties

Animal Loss Anxiety Burnout Caregiver Burnout Cultural Issues/Racial Stress Depression Divorce Family Conflict (1 adult in session) Grief Life Transitions Panic Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session) Sleep Stress Trauma

Treatment Approaches

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Licenses

Deborah Griffith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144179979.

  • LCSW · California · 137203 · Renews February 2028

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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Deborah Griffith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Deborah Griffith works with clients by video conferencing.

What language(s) does Deborah Griffith speak?

Deborah Griffith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Deborah Griffith have?

Deborah Griffith has 1 year of experience.

Where is Deborah Griffith licensed to practice?

Deborah Griffith is licensed to practice in California.

Does Deborah Griffith accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Deborah Griffith 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 Deborah Griffith accept insurance?

Yes, Deborah Griffith accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Shield of California.

Does Deborah Griffith accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Deborah Griffith 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 Deborah Griffith offer?

Deborah Griffith offers clients Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How do I get started with Deborah Griffith?

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.

Affordable
High-quality
Proven
Flexible

When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey.

FSA/HSA eligible