Contact Details:

email: abbywhitesidemft@gmail.com

phone 650-823-2493

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Beginning Therapy

Research suggests that a sense of safety with a therapist is more predictive of positive outcomes than any other factor. While one's level of comfort in the therapeutic process often ebbs and flows and requires a commitment, I strongly encourage my clients to take the first few sessions (which occur weekly) to assess whether or not we feel like the right "fit". I will do the same on my end and make sure to provide referrals if you might be better served by another therapist with different areas of focus or a different approach.  

When you first contact me, we will set up a free 15-minute phone call in which you can ask me questions about the process and and tell me a little bit about your story. If you choose to move forward, we will set up an initial 50-minute session (potentially longer for parents, couples and families). 

I do not accept insurance but I am happy to provide a monthly super bill that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement, if offered by your insurance plan. Therapy without the aid of insurance is expensive. However, the gains can be literally life changing. If paying out of pocket is not an option for you or your family, please see the Forms and Resources page for links to low fee therapy clinics.

With rare exception, I return all calls and emails within 1 - 2 working business days (Tuesday through Thursday).