Online Therapy for Anxiety, Relationships & Postpartum in California
Dr. Emily Essid - Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Hi! I’m Dr. Emily Essid, a licensed clinical psychologist offering secure online therapy across California in English and French for adults who often look like they’ve got it all together but privately carry heavy responsibility, confusing guilt, and long-standing self-doubt.
Whether you’re dealing with relationship struggles, anxiety, or the life-altering transitions of pregnancy and early parenthood, therapy with me is a warm, steady space to slow down, gently explore the patterns that have been running in the background for years, and build deeper self-understanding, more flexible relationships, and lasting change. I see people throughout California, including San Diego, Ventura, Thousand Oaks, Santa Clarita, and Camarillo.
How I can help
You probably grew up learning to keep your emotions in check, put everyone else first, and stay completely calm no matter what was happening around you. While those are incredible strengths that helped you succeed, running on autopilot like that is exhausting. Eventually, it leads to silent anxiety, deep burnout, and a strange feeling of being disconnected from your own life.
I specialize in helping high-functioning adults break out of these exhausting cycles. We will dive deep into the root causes of what's keeping you stuck, focusing heavily on six primary areas.
In-network with Medicare, TRICARE, and Aetna. For most PPO plans I bill out-of-network and can submit claims on your behalf. I currently have availability.
How Telehealth Therapy Works in California
I provide secure Telehealth therapy exclusively to adults who are physically located in California at the time of their sessions. Whether you’re managing postpartum anxiety in Thousand Oaks or career burnout in San Diego, I offer confidential, evidence-based sessions from the comfort of your own home. Our Telehealth platform meets all HIPAA standards and gives patients the flexibility to attend therapy from a setting where they already feel relaxed and secure.
I also have a limited number of appointments available to adults currently located in Illinois and Florida. To learn more about eligibility, licensure, and what to expect, please visit the page below.
Finding the right therapist matters. If you’re looking for thoughtful, depth-oriented online therapy and would like to explore whether we’re a good fit, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.