Frequently asked questions.

  • Brandy L. Hall, AMFT, APCC Rates

    • $90 per 30-minute session

    • $135 per 45-minute session

    • $180 per 60-minute session

    • $225 per 75-minute session

    Karen Lee, LMFT Rates

    • 50-minute Sessions - $200 (Individual Therapy)

    • 75-minute Sessions - $300 (Individual, Couples or Family Therapy)

    • 90-minute Sessions – $350 (Individual, Couples or Family Therapy)

    Session fees are payable at the time that services are rendered. Payment can be made payable to Esse Counseling & Consulting, Inc. by credit card. Please ask your provider if you wish to discuss a written agreement that specifies an alternative payment procedure. All missed appointments will be charged at the scheduled session rate.

  • For therapy services, we accept all major credit cards, accept most Aetna plans, and offer support for clients using out-of-network insurance benefits.

    For clients using out-of-network insurance benefits, upon request, clients can receive Superbills for reimbursement submissions to their insurance carriers. We recommend that you check with your insurance company to see what services your policy includes.

  • We have limited sliding scale spots for clients who need financial assistance. This is also short-term therapy.

  • Individual Treatment

    We recommend weekly 60-minute sessions for the initial stage of treatment. 60-minute sessions range from 53-60 minutes.

    We also offer shorter sessions for two reasons. These shorter sessions may be used at the final stage of treatment to support symptom relapse, maintain treatment gains and plan for the future. We also offer shorter sessions to provide a more affordable option on a limited basis. Shorter sessions may be between 16-30 minutes (scheduled and billed as 30 minute sessions), and 38-45 minutes (scheduled and billed as 45 minute sessions).

    Out-of-pocket clients may also elect to schedule extended sessions, either 75- or 90-minute sessions for couple’s and family sessions. These extended sessions are recommended for couples and family therapy because they allow sufficient time for multiple people in therapy.

    We recommend weekly appointments to keep momentum and maximize the benefits of the therapy process.

    We welcome conversations about what works best for you and would be happy to answer your questions during your free consultation.

  • The duration of treatment depends on your situation and your goals.

  • A professional couples therapist/counselor can help you and your partner sort out your problems and build a strong relationship. He or she can also help you fine-tune a good relationship to make it better. Whether you are in the middle of a crisis, moving through an arduous transition time, or discovering unpleasant behaviors—a professional couples therapist can be a tremendous source of support, strength and growth.

    Having a highly trained and objective third party helps you work through anger, resentment or frustration, and get to workable solutions. Our greatest pleasure is seeing couples emerge from a difficult situation feeling more intimate and committed than they ever thought possible.

  • We provide online counseling services in all of California, including Los Angeles, San Diego, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Orange, Placer, Sacramento, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma counties and more! Teletherapy is always near you. Virtual therapy is provided using secure video platforms to ensure telehealth is safe and private.

    We provide in-person therapy in Santa Clarita/Valencia.

  • EFT is a structured, research-based approach to psychotherapy. Developed by Dr. Sue Johnson in the 1980s, EFT is grounded in attachment theory, which emphasizes the importance of emotional bonds in our lives. This therapy focuses on understanding and transforming the patterns of interaction that create disconnection, conflict, or emotional pain in relationships. EFT is widely used for:

    • Couples therapy – helping partners break negative cycles, rebuild intimacy, and deepen their emotional connection.

    • Family therapy – guiding families to resolve conflicts, improve communication, and create a sense of emotional safety.

    • Individual therapy – addressing personal struggles tied to attachment, such as anxiety, depression, or difficulty forming close relationships.

  • According to Imago Relationships North America, “Imago is a nonjudgmental, compassionate approach that will help you...

    • Reinvigorate your relationships.

    • Transform conflict into connection.

    • Embrace new possibilities to deepen all your relationships.

    Learning how to resolve conflict in healthy and loving ways helps to avoid lasting damage, resentment or hurt that can slowly tear relationships apart. Imago teaches specific tools, skills and guiding principles designed to empower couples and individuals to:

    • Express feelings in a non-confrontational, safe and structured environment.

    • Address the root of conflicts rather than problem-solve specific incidents.

    • Embrace the fact that each partner has different needs, wants and expectations.

    • Make small changes that create big differences in terms of happiness and fulfillment.

    • Build more intimate, trusting and mutually supportive relationships.”