Kimberly Porter, LCSW

Kimberly Porter, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
I have worked in the mental health and social services field for over 13 years. My time working with clients has taught me about the power of relationships and connection. In therapy, I take a trauma-informed, Strengths-Based approach utilizing different therapeutic modalities. I focus on creating a safe and healing space for my clients to encourage their growth in self-awareness and their capabilities. I believe in using humor and genuine connection to assist my clients in taking positive steps toward taking care of themselves and their mental wellness. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Behavioral Health. For my availability, please see my calendar and book an appointment with me via ZocDoc.

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Tomorrow, Apr 17 – Thu, Apr 30
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Overall rating

4.73

About Kimberly Porter

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Trauma
Anxiety
Life Transition
Depression
Stress

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Interpersonal
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
EMDR
Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kimberly Porter

I have worked in the mental health and social services field for over 13 years. My time working with clients has taught me about the power of relationships and connection. In therapy, I take a trauma-informed, Strengths-Based approach utilizing different therapeutic modalities. I focus on creating a safe and healing space for my clients to encourage their growth in self-awareness and their capabilities. I believe in using humor and genuine connection to assist my clients in taking positive steps toward taking care of themselves and their mental wellness. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Behavioral Health. For my availability, please see my calendar and book an appointment with me via ZocDoc.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • California State University, Sacramento, Master's in Social Work
  • Providence College (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1285072306

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Overall rating
4.73
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Kimberly Porter frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Kimberly Porter on their profile.

What languages does Kimberly Porter speak?

Kimberly Porter speaks English.

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