What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Megan is compassionate, insightful, and easy to talk to. She has expertise in couples therapy and helps clients navigate anxiety, people pleasing, and relationship trauma with warmth and understanding. Her thoughtful approach helps individuals and couples build healthier communication, strengthen relationships, and create lasting positive change.”
ASLess than 1 month ago
“Working with Megan has been an incredible experience. Her expertise in trauma, anxiety, and relationship trauma creates a safe and healing space. She has a remarkable gift for helping those who struggle with people pleasing rediscover their voice and worth.”
SBLess than 1 month ago
About Megan Bathen-Gonzalez
Focus areas
Anxiety
Marriage Counseling
Stress
Depression
Psychotherapy
Therapy
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Relationship Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Families
Treatment approaches
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Attachment-based
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Narrative
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Megan Bathen-Gonzalez
Something brought you here. Maybe it's the relationship that keeps hitting the same wall. The anxiety that hums beneath the surface no matter what you do. The feeling that the patterns shaping your life are ready to change, even if you're not sure how.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are done managing and ready to actually shift things. We go beneath the surface together. Not just talking about what's happening, but understanding why, and what your body, your history, and your relationships have been trying to tell you.
For couples, this is a space to slow the cycle down. To stop the argument you keep having and start actually hearing each other. The goal isn't to assign blame. It's to build something that feels safe, connected, and genuinely yours.
My style is warm, active, and collaborative. I'll be present with you, not just nodding. We'll move at a pace that feels right, and I'll bring curiosity and directness in equal measure.
All sessions are private pay. If you have a PPO plan, you're welcome to request a superbill to submit for potential out-of-network reimbursement. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can make sure the fit feels right before we begin.
If something here resonates, I'd love to connect.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I want you to feel like you can bring the whole thing, not just the polished version of it. My style is warm and direct. I'll celebrate your growth and I'll also gently name what I notice, because that honesty is part of the work.
You don't need to have it figured out before we start. A lot of people come in knowing something feels off but not quite knowing why. That's exactly the right place to begin. We'll figure it out together.
A few things worth knowing: this work can bring things up. Old memories, unexpected emotions, patterns you'd rather not look at. That's not a sign something is wrong, it's usually a sign something is moving. I'll be with you through it.
I also believe therapy should fit your life, not the other way around. Sessions are fully virtual, flexible, and designed for people who are thoughtful about how they invest their time and energy.
If you've been in therapy before and felt like something was missing, or like you kept circling the same topics without anything really shifting, that's something I hear often. The approach here is different. We go deeper, and we work with the body, not just the mind.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Every session is different because every person is different, but my work tends to move between two things: understanding and feeling. We might explore a pattern you keep noticing in your relationships, trace it back to where it started, and then slow down to notice what's happening in your body as we talk about it. That shift from insight to embodied experience is where real change happens.
Sessions are conversational and collaborative. I'm active in the room, not just a silent listener. I might ask you to pause and notice what you're feeling physically, invite you to speak from a part of yourself that usually stays quiet, or offer a reframe on a story you've been carrying for a long time. The pace is yours.
For couples, sessions often start by mapping the cycle, the pattern of pursuit and withdrawal, criticism and shutdown, that keeps you both stuck. From there we work to slow it down, help each partner feel safe enough to share what's underneath, and build new ways of reaching for each other.
Megan Bathen-Gonzalez, LMFT is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
More information on payments and coverage
I am an out-of-network provider, which means I don’t bill insurance directly. My fees are:
• $225 for individual sessions
• $250 for couples sessions
• $275 for family therapy sessions
(50 minutes each)
Many clients with out-of-network benefits receive partial reimbursement for sessions. I provide monthly superbills you can submit to your insurance, and I offer access to Mentaya, a free tool that checks your benefits and handles claim submission on your behalf.
To learn more and check your benefits using Mentaya, visit: meganbathen-gonzalezpsychotherapy.com/fees
I accept all major credit and debit cards as well as FSA and HSA cards. Payment is processed securely at the time of service.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Pepperdine University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
- Santa Clara University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1720643299
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Megan is compassionate, insightful, and easy to talk to. She has expertise in couples therapy and helps clients navigate anxiety, people pleasing, and relationship trauma with warmth and understanding. Her thoughtful approach helps individuals and couples build healthier communication, strengthen relationships, and create lasting positive change.
Less than 1 month agoAS
Working with Megan has been an incredible experience. Her expertise in trauma, anxiety, and relationship trauma creates a safe and healing space. She has a remarkable gift for helping those who struggle with people pleasing rediscover their voice and worth.
Less than 1 month agoSB
For the ones who have spent so long putting everyone else first that they've lost track of what they actually need. Megan specializes in trauma, anxiety, people pleasing, and relationship trauma - and she understands how deeply those things are connected.
If your relationships have been a source of pain more than safety, and you're ready to understand why and do something about it, she's worth reaching out to.
Less than 1 month agoKB
Megan creates a warm, supportive space where I immediately felt comfortable. She has helped me better understand how trauma has shaped my anxiety, people pleasing, and relationship patterns.
She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. I leave each appointment feeling more understood and with practical tools I can use in daily life. If you're looking for someone who understands trauma, anxiety, people pleasing, and relationship trauma, Megan is an excellent choice.
Less than 1 month agoAS
Megan is the real deal. She's warm, insightful, and gets right to the heart of things without ever making you feel judged. If you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, people-pleasing, or relationship trauma, she's the therapist you want in your corner. I highly recommend her!
Less than 1 month agoSB
I highly recommend Megan for anyone navigating trauma, anxiety, people-pleasing, or relationship trauma. She has a remarkable ability to help clients feel safe, understood, and empowered as they work through painful experiences. Her compassionate, insightful approach fosters deep healing, greater self-trust, and healthier relationships.
Less than 1 month agoOK
Megan is a highly skilled therapist that provides a warm and safe environment to process anxiety and relationship issues while also offering direct feedback for lasting change. Strongly recommend!
Less than 1 month agoCM
Megan is phenomenal and deeply professional therapist. She understands her clients come with a lot of history many with people pleasing, boundary issues and other dynamics that making relationships feels uncomfortable. She meets her clients where they are and support them to relieve symptoms of anxiety and release the need to care for others before they care for themselves. Highly recommend!
Less than 1 month agoAD
I highly recommend Megan to anyone struggling with trauma, anxiety, people pleasing, or relationship trauma. They create a safe, supportive space while providing practical tools that have helped me better understand myself and build healthier patterns. I always leave sessions feeling heard, empowered, and more confident in my healing journey.
Less than 1 month agoSB
Megan has been incredible in helping me work through trauma, anxiety, and the effects of relationship trauma. She creates such a safe, supportive space where I never feel judged. She's also helped me recognize and overcome my people-pleasing patterns, giving me practical tools to set healthier boundaries and feel more confident. I highly recommend Megan to anyone looking for a compassionate and skilled therapist.
Less than 1 month agoJJ
Megan is an exceptional therapist who creates a warm, supportive space for healing. She skillfully helps clients overcome anxiety, trauma, people-pleasing, and the lasting impact of emotionally immature family dynamics. Her compassionate, insightful approach empowers clients to build healthier relationships, stronger boundaries, and greater self-confidence. I would confidently recommend her to anyone seeking thoughtful, effective therapy.
Less than 1 month agoAY
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Is Megan Bathen-Gonzalez accepting new patients?
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What are common reasons for patients to see Megan Bathen-Gonzalez?
Megan Bathen-Gonzalez frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Megan Bathen-Gonzalez on their profile.
What languages does Megan Bathen-Gonzalez speak?
Megan Bathen-Gonzalez speaks English.
How do patients rate Megan Bathen-Gonzalez in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Megan Bathen-Gonzalez. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.