I appreciate feeling heard, supported and challenged to think from different perspectives. I feel very confident in our sessions so far. Thank you!
Dr. Oceana Free, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Oceana is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Oceana. View 1 review
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
More about Oceana
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Hello! I’m Dr. Oceana Free, a licensed therapist in California currently providing therapy to adult individuals. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, & loneliness. I offer eclectic, psychodynamic, existential, mindfulness, faith-based & spiritual therapy. I have 25 years of professional experience in mental health & have a LMFT & PhD. I believe in treating everyone with respect, dignity & compassion. Each person is unique & has unique challenges. I am here to support & empower you in your journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Drug and alcohol addiction
First responder issues
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Oceana Free's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619031564.
- LMFT · California · 49053 · Expires October 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Oceana Free
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I appreciate feeling heard, supported and challenged to think from different perspectives. I feel very confident in our sessions so far. Thank you!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Oceana Free offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Oceana Free works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dr. Oceana Free speak?
Dr. Oceana Free speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Oceana Free have?
Dr. Oceana Free has 25 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Oceana Free licensed to practice?
Dr. Oceana Free is licensed to practice in California.
Does Dr. Oceana Free accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Oceana Free 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dr. Oceana Free offer?
Dr. Oceana Free offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Oceana Free?
Dr. Oceana Free can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dr. Oceana Free?
Just tap the CHAT 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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.