Milka Lara-Rincon

MY BACKGROUND AND APPROACH: Welcome! My name is Milka. I have been involved in the mental health field for 10 years and have been practicing professional therapy for 7 years. Therapy is a safe space that can bring about self-discovery and healing. I take an inclusive approach in my work, where I understand and value how intersections of culture, sexuality, gender, spirituality, family, environment, and relationships shape our identity and how we experience and move in the world. In therapy, you have a space to let your guard down and explore how various factors at play affect your mental health. You will learn skills necessary to embrace the full range of your thoughts and emotions, and also incorporate changes that align with your values. I look forward to helping you integrate all aspects of who you are into a healthy whole. ABOUT MY CLIENTS: I have been trained by leading experts in the treatment and specialization of obsessive compulsive spectrum disorders, including but not limited to, OCD, social anxiety, specific phobias and health anxiety. I also specialize in providing culturally-responsive and affirming therapy to multiethnic, Latinx, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities. Additionally, I have an interest in working with mental health practitioners seeking their own therapy. FEES AND INSURANCE: Session rates range from $130-$170 (Please see "Services" tab for more information). I currently do not accept insurance. However, if your insurance coverage offers Out-of-Network (OON) Benefits, I can offer a receipt with appropriate details for you to request reimbursement from your insurance carrier, if applicable. To find out if you are eligible for OON Benefits or mental health reimbursement, please contact your benefits administrator. In addition to my private practice, I work with Octave Behavioral Health. At Octave, I am in-network with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, and Health Net / MHN commercial insurance plans. If you have coverage under one of these plans, please visit findoctave.com to schedule an appointment. LOCATION AND HOURS: I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, which means I practice and work with clients throughout the entire state of California in person and online using a secure video conferencing platform. My current hours of operation are Monday-Thursday 9:00am-6:00pm. HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: WEBSITE: Click "Contact" button at the top of this page and enter requested information. EMAIL/PHONE: Leave a brief message including your name and number, and you will be contacted within 48 hours business hours to get set up.