Linda Gertson, Therapist
Dr. Linda Gertson is a licensed Clinical Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 1986. She completed her undergraduate degree at UCLA and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Ohio University. Dr. Gertson has extensive experience helping clients with co-occurring psychological and substance use disorders. Her areas of clinical expertise include depressive and anxiety disorders, trauma, PTSD, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. For the past 25 years Dr. Gertson has specialized in the treatment of clients with a history of childhood and/or adult abuse who engage in problematic use of substances which generate escalating difficulties in personal issues and family interactions.
Her philosophy regarding such co-occurring disorders is that individuals with histories of trauma may engage in abuse of substances to cope with distressing thoughts and feelings which can result in a cycle of increased maladaptive coping skills, dependence on substances for symptom relief, and deterioration of interpersonal relationships. Dr. Gertson utilizes treatment interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed and trauma resolution therapy. In addition, she integrates concepts from 12-step models in her treatment approach.
Dr. Gertson’s expertise in these areas was recognized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration for implementation of an evidenced-based treatment approach for Co-Occurring Disorders. Dr. Gertson is the recipient of the Ventura County Medical Resources Foundation’s Fainer Award as “Psychologist of the Year” in 2011. Outside of work, Dr. Gertson enjoys listening to classical and choral music.
Provider Introduction
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Couples Therapy: Ages 27-75+
- Individual Therapy: Ages 27-75+
Areas of Focus
Couples Therapy
Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.
- Alcohol use
- Career & work issues
- Drug/substance use
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression/feeling down
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Focus, concentration & memory
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Marital stress or divorce
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Other women's health concerns
- Panic attacks
- PMS & PMDD
- Premarital counseling
- Self-esteem
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Stress management
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Alcohol use
- Career & work issues
- Drug/substance use
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- Aging
- Anger issues
- Anxiety
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Depression/feeling down
- Domestic violence & abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Empty nesters
- Focus, concentration & memory
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Marital stress or divorce
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Other women's health concerns
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- PMS & PMDD
- Premarital counseling
- Retirement
- Self-esteem
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Stress management
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Languages
- English
Education
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UCLA
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The Ohio University
Get Directions
925-282-1778
805-456-0436
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Linda Gertson. You can also call 925-282-1778 to have someone assist you.
Linda Gertson generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 925-282-1778 to find out Linda Gertson's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Linda Gertson:
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California (D)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BC) (D)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Health Net (MHN)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Lakeside Medical (Regal Medical)
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)
- Magellan (D)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 925-282-1778 to see how we can help.
Linda Gertson is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Linda Gertson works at:
Yes, Linda Gertson does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Linda Gertson is currently offering in-office visits at the following location:
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