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Insurance & Private Pay Therapy in Montebello & Newport Beach. We offer both insurance-based and private pay services to meet your needs, depending on the type of care you are seeking.

Court-ordered and court-involved therapy services, including reunification therapy and co-parenting interventions, are private pay only due to the extensive coordination, documentation, and legal involvement required.

Therapy for Individuals, Couples, & Families in California

If you are looking for high quality therapy and want to use your Aetna insurance, you are in the right place. Our licensed therapists provide compassionate, child centered, and evidence based care for individuals, couples, families, and court involved cases.

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Who This Page Is For

You may benefit from therapy with us if you are:

• Using Aetna insurance and looking for in network care
• Struggling with relationship or marriage concerns
• Seeking therapy for your child or teenager
• Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or emotionally stuck

Understanding Your Payment Options

At The Couples Therapy & Reunification Counseling, we provide flexible options for accessing care. Some services are eligible for insurance coverage, while others are offered exclusively as private pay due to the level of clinical involvement, documentation, and coordination required.

Insurance-Based Therapy

We are partnered with select insurance providers, including Lyra Health, to offer accessible therapy services.

Insurance may be used for:

  • Individual therapy

  • Couples therapy (when clinically appropriate under insurance guidelines)

  • Telehealth services

Important Note:
Insurance companies require a medical necessity diagnosis and may limit the type, length, and focus of treatment.

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Private Pay Services for Therapy in California

Private pay allows for greater flexibility, confidentiality, and depth of care. It is ideal for clients seeking specialized or court-involved services that are not covered by insurance.

Private pay is required for:

  • Reunification therapy Private Pay

  • Court-involved family therapy Private Pay

  • Co-parenting therapy (court-related)

  • Clinical reports and legal documentation

  • Extended or intensive sessions


All court-involved services are private pay only and are not billed through insurance.

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Why Some Services Are Private Pay

Court-involved & reunification cases require:

  • Coordination with attorneys and court systems

  • Detailed documentation and report writing

  • Extended session times and clinical planning

  • Neutrality and independence from insurance restrictions

Because of this, insurance does not cover these services, and private pay ensures the highest level of care and professional integrity.

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