Business Details
19 Years
experience
Licensed Psychologist Providing Online Therapy in California
As a licensed psychologist in California with over 16 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals navigate depression, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, and life transitions through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. My practice emphasizes person-centered care, integrating cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and humor to foster resilience and personal growth. With a PhD in Counseling Psychology from New Mexico State University and training at APA-accredited institutions, I prioritize creating a confidential, nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their concerns. I offer online therapy via HIPAA-compliant platforms, ensuring accessibility for adults across California while maintaining strict confidentiality and flexibility in treatment planning. 
Services
Individual Therapy
Online Therapy
Sliding Scale Fees
Evidence-Based Approaches
Humor Integration
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 16 years of experience in counseling psychology with APA-accredited training
- Offers sliding scale fees for self-paying clients
- Incorporates humor into therapy for enhanced well-being
- Provides HIPAA-compliant online therapy across California
- Specializes in evidence-based approaches for anxiety and depression
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, and life transitions using evidence-based techniques. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thought patterns, developing coping strategies, and fostering personal growth through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Ideal for adults seeking confidential, structured mental health support.
Online Therapy
Secure video therapy sessions conducted via HIPAA-compliant platforms for California residents. This service provides accessible mental health care without geographic barriers, maintaining the same therapeutic rigor and confidentiality as in-person sessions while offering scheduling flexibility for busy adults.
Sliding Scale Fees
Flexible pricing options available for self-paying clients based on financial circumstances. This service ensures access to quality mental health care for individuals who might otherwise face economic barriers, maintaining therapeutic effectiveness while accommodating diverse financial situations.
Evidence-Based Approaches
Therapeutic interventions grounded in scientific research, including cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. These approaches target specific mental health concerns with structured, goal-oriented strategies that have demonstrated effectiveness in clinical studies, ensuring clients receive effective, measurable care.
Humor Integration
Strategic incorporation of humor to enhance therapeutic outcomes, based on research showing its benefits for stress reduction and emotional resilience. This service helps clients develop a lighter perspective on challenges while maintaining focus on treatment goals, balancing serious work with psychological flexibility.
People
Lee M Stillerman, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Stillerman has 16 years of experience in counseling psychology, specializing in depression, anxiety, and life transitions. He uses evidence-based approaches and incorporates humor into therapy. He holds a PhD from New Mexico State University and is licensed in California.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual online therapy using evidence-based approaches for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions, incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness.
Do you accept insurance?
I accept Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, and Magellan. Many clients choose self-pay for greater privacy and treatment flexibility.
How do online therapy sessions work?
Sessions occur via secure HIPAA-compliant video platforms. You'll receive a link to join the session from any device with internet access.
What are your cancellation policies?
A $75 fee applies for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or missed appointments to maintain scheduling integrity.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, I offer sliding scale options for self-paying clients based on financial circumstances to improve access to mental health care.
How can I start therapy?
Complete the contact form on my website. I typically respond within 48 hours to discuss availability and determine if we're a good fit.
