Octavia has helped me through many stages in my life. She is the best therapist I have come across and knows exactly what tools to give you in order to help you progress.
Octavia Fukino, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Octavia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Octavia. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English and Romanian
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and California
Recent reviews
She's helped me get through some rough times! Talk therapy with her has been very helpful and benefical. This is my first time doing therapy. In general it's a good way to release your thoughts and get an outsider perspective in a safe enviroment. She is indeed a safe and kind person to talk to about anything going on your life. I recommend her to anyone.
More about Octavia
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT, LPCC
Hello, and welcome to Better Help!
My name is Octavia Fukino, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) as well as Licensed Clinical Psychologist(LPCC).
I have over 7 years of experience doing counseling, four of them pre- license and four years after licensing. I completed my Bachelor's degree at UCLA in 1990, and my Masters in Counseling Psychology at Argosy University in 2013. I specialize in treating Trauma as well as relationship issues, and also work with substance abuse clients.
Before COVID-19, my focus was private practice and doing counseling in person. It is important to me to connect with clients and establish trust and warmth.
Due to this pandemic, Telehealth Video has become more normal and I see that the relationship does not necessarily suffer from not being together in and office, and it can be more convenient for clients to not travel as much.
My passion for counseling has always existed, but it was on hold when I raised my two adopted children. They are adults now and I am very proud of them.
I was married for 25 years to their father, but that marriage ended in divorce due to very painful betrayal. After this I went back to school and focused on building a meaningful career. Given my personal experience, I focus on attachment issues, trauma, relationships, and grief/loss. Therapy and counseling were a key part of my own journey to healing, and I wanted to make sure to help others struggling like I did through pain and codependency.
You have reached out and are thinking about getting help. It is wonderful and scary as well. Please know that change is possible. Healing is possible. You are a lot stronger and wiser than you may think. It would be wonderful to work with you and find YOU.
Specialties
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Dissociation
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Sexual assault and abuse
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Octavia Fukino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801302633.
- LMFT · California · 94660 · Expires September 2025
- LPCC · California · 4612 · Expires September 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Octavia Fukino
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Octavia has helped me through many stages in my life. She is the best therapist I have come across and knows exactly what tools to give you in order to help you progress.
She's helped me get through some rough times! Talk therapy with her has been very helpful and benefical. This is my first time doing therapy. In general it's a good way to release your thoughts and get an outsider perspective in a safe enviroment. She is indeed a safe and kind person to talk to about anything going on your life. I recommend her to anyone.
Octavia is a wonderful partner in my mental health. She offers clarity and insight into my issues and behaviors.
Octavia is such a wonderful individual. I so appreciate the work we have done together.
Octavia has helped me through a lot inner life changes and outer life changes. She helps me look at my life or my actions with a completely different eye. She is really great at her job and is genuine too!
Octavia is kind and compassionate. I really appreciate her insights and guidance. Highly recommend!
Octavia is a very insightful councillor. She is great at listening and offering insight that has been helpful in my healing process
Octavia is amazing, I am so so grateful to have her support and knowledgeable advice right now. I feel like I'm making genuine progress and it feels great.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Octavia Fukino offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Octavia Fukino works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Octavia Fukino speak?
Octavia Fukino speaks English and Romanian.
How many years of experience does Octavia Fukino have?
Octavia Fukino has 7 years of experience.
Where is Octavia Fukino licensed to practice?
Octavia Fukino is licensed to practice in California and California.
Does Octavia Fukino accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Octavia Fukino does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Octavia Fukino offer?
Octavia Fukino offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Octavia Fukino?
Octavia Fukino can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Octavia Fukino?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.