Dr. Esther Crater, PhD, CA | Psychologist

About Dr. Esther Crater

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Esther Crater

*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state of California. When booking your appointment, please use the full name as written on your insurance card. Dr. Esther Crater earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University, with an emphasis on individuals, families, and children. She has more than 17 years of experience working individually with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as with families as a whole. Her clinical experience encompasses depression, anxiety, abuse, parent-child conflicts, and marital relationship issues. Additionally, Dr. Crater has extensive experience conducting psychological testing. Dr. Crater’s work with diverse patient populations has enabled her to understand the distinct needs of individuals. She draws upon a variety of treatment approaches to best meet the needs of her clients.

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More information on payments and coverage

During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur. Important Note: This provider is not currently bookable for new patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage.

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Mood Swings

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Agoraphobia

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - California

Education and training

Alliant International University, PhD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1588814974

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Esther Crater?

Generally, Dr. Esther Crater has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Crater's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Esther Crater accepting new patients?

Dr. Esther Crater generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Crater's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Esther Crater accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Esther Crater online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Crater using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Esther Crater work with?

Dr. Esther Crater works with LifeStance Health - California.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Esther Crater?

Dr. Esther Crater frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Esther Crater on their profile.