Frequently asked questions

Therapists at ETC see their practice as a collective, community-based endeavor, and base their prices on clients’ proximity to power and privilege. Most therapists here have a few sliding scale spots; please do not let financial concerns keep you from reaching out. To see more on pricing, click on individual therapists’ websites.

None of our therapists take insurance, but all of us are happy to provide Superbills to submit to your provider for reimbursement.

A Superbill is an invoice that is designed for out-of-network clients who are seeking insurance reimbursement for mental health services, such as therapy sessions.

Therapy can go fast or slow; it can happen in a single session, or can unfold over many years. The length of therapy will depend on what you're hoping for, and on when you feel you've achieved your goals—part of an ongoing conversation with your therapist.

Finding a therapist is like dating or like finding a good friend; it can help to know what you're looking for, and what your therapist specializes in, but most important of all is finding someone you connect with. This can happen in a short phone call, or after a couple of sessions. Most therapists at ETC offer a 15-minute consultation to meet one another and to see if the relationship might be a good fit. If it's not a good fit, the therapist will help you find someone else within the collective who better suits your needs.

The Eastside Therapy Collective is located in a small Craftsman bungalow at 450 S. Marengo Avenue, Pasadena CA, 91101. There is free street parking, and the office is walking distance from the Del Mar and Fillmore Metro stations. The entrance to the bungalow is on E Bellevue Dr, which often has ample parking.