What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.80
“I am so happy Grow helped me to find a provider that fit. It has been amazing working with Craig, and I actually look forward to my sessions!”
More than 1 year ago
“He helped put my mind at ease by affirming honest answers, and thoroughly informing me of things I inquired.”
More than 1 year ago
About Craig Rothhammer
Focus areas
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Bipolar Disorder
Sexual Abuse Counseling
Depression
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Craig Rothhammer
I am a highly experienced therapist w/47 years of experience, willing to work with complex issues. I am California beach informal, have a calm demeanor, but communicate directly, with transparency and tact. My goals are. to ensure safety, and assist you to develop skills and insights to approach a vast array of situations, with the best possible outcomes. I seek to provide the skills to manage immediate issues, but also techniques to enable you to become more independent moving forward. I use various therapeutic approaches, seeking one most helpful for you. I retired from administering large behavioral health programs in November 2015. I have specialized knowledge to support you dealing with complex systems. I listen attentively, educate you, and at times, assist you in accessing supportive resources, you may not have known are available or that you qualify for, to develop a holistic and realistic plan for your recovery and wellness.
I accept more complex cases, but stay within my areas of competency. These do not include primary chemical dependency treatment, LGBTQI+ issues, or eating disorders. I do not work with PC 290 registrants, those in court ordered treatment, workmen's compensation cases, or any others involving the legal system. I only do individual therapy- no couples or groups. I do not write letters for emotional support animals. at any time. I will complete FMLA/CAFRA paperwork for your employer and/or short-term disability forms once we have met long enough for me to have a sense of your limitations, typically 8-10 sessions. I likewise will assist with SSI/SSDI applications, where clinically justified.
I am known to my friends as honest, straightforward, energetic, loyal, reliable, and more on the soft-spoken side. I am not ever described as boisterous, reckless, ill mannered, or distant. I am patient and have a great deal of fortitude.
What should a new client know about working with you?
A discussion to become acquainted with one another, for you to ask any questions you have for me, and for me to gather information to complete a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment. This foundational assessment is then used to develop specific, measurable treatment goals developed to work toward the therapeutic outcomes you are seeking. This initial session is significantly enhanced by your completion of the intake paperwork, depression screening, and anxiety screening tools, and suicide assessment scale, before we meet for the first time.
It is important for you to have a reliable home or phone internet connection and to have a location where you can meet alone privately, without distractions. Sessions may not be recorded by either party, and should never include someone else in the room with you, unless I am made aware and do not feel it will disrupt your treatment. We cannot meet if you are not in the State of California during our sessions, as my license does not cover seeing people in other states, even if your are a California resident on a visit, business trip, or vacation outside of California. Grow does offer AI for therapist notes. I have not used this function as it requires recording of the session, though erased as soon as the note has been developed. I am old school and prefer the traditional way of formulating my own notes, but am open to using the AI function if this is your preference. All communications are HIPAA compliant. Prior to our first session I will provide detailed written information about the strict mental health confidentiality laws, and exceptions for legally mandated reporting, with links to laws governing this.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I am totally committed to maintaining confidentiality. I provide a more detailed description of this before your first appointment, but other than reporting mandated by law, I will not release information verbally or in writing without your expressed signed and dated written consent. Any consent you sign can be withdrawn verbally or in writing. at any time. Even with consent, I do not release your record, but rather provide a summary of therapeutic issues and treatment specific to the need. I strongly discourage mentioning that you are in therapy if you are involved in a legal proceeding, as an attorney will often respond with an attempt to subpoena your record.
My goal is never to create a dependency on me. There are some situations that require therapy for an extended period of time, but my goal is to address your presenting issues and others that may come up, help you develop skills to manage these independently, and come to joint agreement on termination of services. I am more direct in my communication than some therapists, as my goal is to be more active than just listening and nodding my head. As I was trained psychodynamically, I am interested in identifying and helping you uncover unconscious thought patterns that may be complicating current issues. This is especially important for victims of past traumas. I am just a guide. Any success comes through your hard work, though at times I will interject to keep you focused.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- San Diego State University, Master’s in Social Work
NPI number
1033316443
Patient reviews
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4.80
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He helped put my mind at ease by affirming honest answers, and thoroughly informing me of things I inquired.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I am so happy Grow helped me to find a provider that fit. It has been amazing working with Craig, and I actually look forward to my sessions!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Craig Rothhammer work with?
Craig Rothhammer works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Craig Rothhammer?
Craig Rothhammer frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Craig Rothhammer on their profile.
What languages does Craig Rothhammer speak?
Craig Rothhammer speaks English.