Marianne Lapastora, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist  in California

Marianne Lapastora (She/Her)

PsyD
Accepting Clients

Hi! I'm a licensed psychologist working virtually from the Bay Area. I'm excited to offer both therapy and assessment/testing.

Clinical Psychologist in California

Services
  • Individual
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Neuropsychological Assessment

About My Clients

My clients come from all age groups and backgrounds. Many are coming to therapy for the very first time. The majority of my services are via telehealth, which offers great flexibility - whether due to your busy work schedule, young kids at home, or social anxiety that affects your ability to participate in therapy. I also work with a lot of neurodivergent clients, whether formally or self diagnosed, and we tend to get along well.

My Background and Approach

I am a PsyD and also have two masters degrees in educational psychology and developmental psychology. I have gained experience with the full developmental span, including young children. Understanding the neurodevelopmental and societal contexts of individuals' lives helps me to support my clients with a wide range of challenges, including at home, at school, in the workplace, and in relationships. All of my approaches incorporate knowledge of trauma, neurodivergence, and the social model of disability.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Narrative Therapy Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Expressive Art Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
  • Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
ADHD Therapists Autism Spectrum Disorder Teen Issues
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Body Image Issues
  • Child Issues
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Spirituality
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medical
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Plan
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 2 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $75 - 180/session

Reach out to Marianne