Jesse Cardin (He/Him)

LCSW, LICSW
Accepting Clients

Trauma-informed depth psychotherapy grounded in meditation practice.

Psychotherapist in Laguna Beach, CA

About My Clients

Since 2011, I’ve helped diverse clients create positive change across various behavioral health settings, including inpatient and outpatient care, substance use treatment, crisis services, and private practice. I specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, Veterans, artists & creatives, and those facing major life changes. I also bring a wealth of lived experience from my own recovery journey.

My Background and Approach

I blend western depth-oriented clinical approaches such as Jungian psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems together with my experience as a Zen Buddhist meditation teacher. Our work together begins with a comprehensive assessment of your personal history and current difficulties, followed by the creation of an individualized treatment plan. Our work together is a collaborative effort, respecting your personal goals and needs. We'll use compassionate, evidence-based strategies to help you manage today's symptoms while untangling old webs of complex trauma, leading to a life of greater authenticity and freedom

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Therapy is a collaborative journey built on open, honest, and respectful communication. My role is to walk alongside you—celebrating your joys, supporting you through your struggles, challenging and encouraging you, and holding space for your inner light, even in the darkest moments. Every step we take will be focused on helping you discover greater freedom in both your heart and mind.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Oscar
  • Optum
  • Providence Health Plan
  • TriWest
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
  • UHC Student Resources
  • Allsavers UHC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Shared Services (UHSS)
  • Surest
  • Trustmark
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Optum EAP Live & Work Well
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Buddhism
  • Christianity
  • Taoism
  • Interfaith
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $175 - 225/session

Info

Email Jesse
668 N Coast Hwy
Ste 135
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

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