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Therapy

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Outpatient Psychotherapy In California

For Adolescents and Adults

Telehealth statewide | In-person in Nevada City

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I provide outpatient psychotherapy to adolescents and adults navigating ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma-related stress, executive dysfunction, emotional regulation challenges, and burnout.

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My work is grounded in neurodivergent-affirming care and focuses on reducing distress, improving day-to-day functioning, and building sustainable strategies across academic, professional, relational, and personal domains.

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Insurance is accepted for psychotherapy services.

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A Neurodivergent-Affirming Approach

I am also AuDHD, which informs my understanding, both personally and professionally, of the challenges neurodivergent individuals may experience in systems not designed for the way their minds work. My approach integrates lived insight with evidence-based psychotherapy to support meaningful and sustainable change.

 

Therapy focuses on identifying what works for your nervous system, cognition, and life context, and building structured supports that reduce impairment and increase functional stability.

 

Clinical Areas of Focus

Psychotherapy services may address:

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Anxiety disorders and stress-related conditions

  • Trauma-related stress

  • Emotional regulation difficulties

  • Executive dysfunction associated with ADHD or anxiety

  • Sensory sensitivity

  • Burnout and adjustment-related concerns

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Treatment goals are collaboratively developed and focus on symptom reduction, improved functioning, and increased regulation capacity.

 

Treatment Approach

Therapy is individualized and may incorporate:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Solution-Focused Therapy

  • DBT-informed emotional regulation strategies

  • Mindfulness-based interventions

  • Clinical interventions targeting executive dysfunction related to diagnosable conditions

  • Psychoeducation related to neurodevelopmental and stress-related disorders

 

Executive functioning challenges connected to ADHD, anxiety, or related conditions are addressed within the context of psychotherapy and an individualized treatment plan.

 

Sessions are structured around clinically appropriate goals aligned with medical necessity and functional improvement.

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Telehealth & In-Person Services

Telehealth sessions are conducted through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform for clients physically located in California at the time of service.

In-person sessions are available in Nevada City.


Insurance & Payment

Psychotherapy services may be eligible for insurance reimbursement depending on your plan benefits.

Clients may also choose to pay privately for psychotherapy services.

Coaching, retreats, and trainings are separate services and are not billed to insurance.

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Denita (Aurora) Packard, LCSW — CA License #117631 — Nevada City, CA — Telehealth in CA

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We acknowledge that the Nisenan people are still here among us today though nearly invisible. We understand that we are on Nisenan land that was never ceded, and the original tribal families have yet to recover from the near genocide of their people. As a resident or visitor in Nisenan land, we support the Nevada City Rancheria Nisenan tribe in efforts to stabilize their people as well as their campaign to restore federal recognition. For more information and to support the Tribe visit Nisenan.org.

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