For New Clients
Beginning care at SHIFT is simple and intentional.
We understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. Our intake process is designed to be straightforward, warm, and guided — so you can focus on what matters most: beginning your healing journey.
How to Get Started
Schedule a Consultation
Complete our consultation request form or call our office. Our intake team will respond promptly to gather initial information, verify insurance if applicable, and answer any questions you have before your first session.
Get Matched with Your Provider
We thoughtfully match you with a licensed therapist or psychiatric provider based on your goals, clinical needs, insurance plan, and personal preferences. Our process ensures alignment — not random assignment.
Begin Secure Virtual Care
Start therapy or psychiatry from anywhere in California through our secure telehealth platform. Early sessions focus on assessment, goal clarification, and building a strong therapeutic foundation centered on safety and trust.
What to Expect
Therapy and psychiatric care at SHIFT are structured, collaborative, and personalized.
Early Sessions
Initial appointments focus on:
- Understanding your current concerns and history
- Clarifying your treatment goals
- Assessing nervous system regulation and emotional patterns
- Determining whether integrated psychiatry may be helpful
- Building a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship
We move at a pace that prioritizes safety, stabilization, and clinical effectiveness.
Ongoing Care
You can expect throughout your treatment:
- Clear, professional communication from your provider
- Collaborative goal setting and regular progress review
- Respectful, engaged therapeutic relationships
- Flexibility to adjust the approach as your needs evolve
- A confidential, supportive space — every session
Evidence-Based Approaches We Use
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing
CPT
Cognitive Processing Therapy
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
DBT
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
IFS
Internal Family Systems
ACT
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Polyvagal
Polyvagal-Informed, Nervous System Care
When appropriate, therapy and medication management are thoughtfully integrated to support stabilization and long-term healing.
Insurance & Payment Options
SHIFT Healing Center accepts select insurance plans and offers private pay options to make high-quality care accessible. Our intake team will verify your benefits and answer any questions about coverage during your consultation.
- Insurance verification during intake
- Private pay options available
- Sliding scale inquiries welcome
- Superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement