Insurance & Payment Options

Insurance & Private Pay for Affordable Therapy in Montebello, Newport Beach, CA, & Telehealth

We accept Aetna and Medi-Cal for individual, couples, and family therapy with both in-person and telehealth options across California. We are partnered with select insurance providers, including Lyra Health, to offer accessible therapy services. Court-ordered and reunification services are private pay only (cash or credit card), due to the legal coordination and documentation involved.

✓ Aetna Accepted

✓ Medi-Cal Accepted

✓ Telehealth Covered

✓ Private Pay: Court-Ordered Cases

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Insurance-Based Therapy

Coverage details by insurance provider

We're in-network with the following providers. Coverage, copays, and session limits vary by your specific plan. We recommend verifying your exact benefits before your first appointment.

Aetna

Therapy Covered by Aetna

We are in-network with Aetna for outpatient mental health services across our Montebello, Newport Beach, and telehealth locations.

  • Individual therapy

  • Couples therapy (when clinically appropriate under plan guidelines)

  • Family therapy (non-court-involved)

  • Telehealth sessions statewide

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) sessions available

Aetna requires a medical necessity diagnosis and may limit session length or frequency depending on your specific plan.

Medi-Cal

Affordable Therapy Through Medi-Cal

We're in-network with the following providers. Coverage, copays, and session limits vary by your specific plan. We recommend verifying your exact benefits before your first appointment.

  • Individual therapy

  • Family therapy (non-court-involved)

  • Telehealth sessions are eligible

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) sessions available

Medi-Cal coverage and eligibility may vary by managed care plan and county. Our team will confirm your specific eligibility during intake.

A Personalized, Guided Approach to Therapy in 3 Simple Steps

1

Say Hello, However Feels Easiest

Call us or book a free consultation

2

We Take Care of the Details

We'll check your Aetna or Medi-Cal benefits & let you know what's covered

3

Meet The Therapist That Feels Right

We'll find someone on our team best suited for you

Therapy for Individuals, Couples, & Families in California with Aetna or Medical
the couples therapy accepts insurance

Therapy for Individuals, Couples, & Families in California covered by Aetna or Medi-Cal

If you are looking for high-quality therapy and want to use your Aetna insurance, Medi-Cal, or private pay, 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.

Private Pay Therapy Services

Court-Ordered & Reunification Therapy is Private Pay Only

Some services require a level of legal coordination, documentation, and clinical neutrality that insurance does not support. These services are offered exclusively as private pay.

Services That Require Private Pay Not Covered by Insurance

  • Reunification family therapy

  • Court-involved family therapy

  • Co-parenting therapy (court-related)

  • Clinical reports & legal documentation

  • Extended or intensive sessions

Services That Require Private Pay

Note: All court-involved and reunification services are private pay only and cannot be billed through Aetna, Medi-Cal, or any insurance provide this protects the clinical neutrality required for these cases.

The Right Therapist For You is already In-Network

  • Maria Jessica Quiroz, LMFT Clinical Director  & Founder The Couples Therapy

    Maria Jessica Quiroz

    LMFT Clinical Director /Founder Therapist in Montebello & Newport Beach

  • Michelle Cortez, AMFT Marriage & Family Therapist

    Michelle Cortez

    AMFT Therapist in Montebello, CA

  • Elicet Gonzalez, AMFT, PsyD Candidate Marriage & Family Therapist

    Elicet Gonzalez

    AMFT, PsyD Candidate Therapist in Montebello CA

  • Angelique Castro-St. Jean, AMFT, PsyD Student Marriage & Family Therapist

    Angelique Castro-St. Jean

    AMFT, PsyD Student Therapist in Montebello & Newport Beach

  • Adaly Mazakis, LMFT  Marriage & Family Therapist

    Adaly Mazakis

    LMFT Therapist in Montebello CA

  • Dowrin Suarez, LMFT Marriage & Family Therapist

    Dowrin Suarez

    LMFT Therapist in Montebello CA

  • Yasmine Velez AMGT Therapist in Montebello, CA

    Yasmine Velez

    AMFT Therapist in Montebello, CA

Cost Transparency

What you can expect to pay

Exact costs depend on your specific plan and the service you're seeking.

Aetna-covered therapy: Copay or coinsurance per your plan (verified before session 1)

Medi-Cal-covered therapy: Typically $0 out-of-pocket for eligible services

Reunification / court-involved therapy: Private pay rate, provided upon consultation

Ready to check your coverage?

Call our office or book your free consultation, we'll confirm your Aetna or Medi-Cal benefits as part of the process.