About Me

Eva Albert MSW, LCSW

I am licensed in Utah and Oregon. I am an independent, sole practitioner.

For Oregon Clients, I offer in-person and virtual sessions for Oregon Clients;

For Utah Clients, I provide virtual sessions only.

I graduated with an MSW from Indiana University in 2018. Since 2009, I have worked with diverse populations with an array of mental health issues. I incorporate talk therapy with a person-centered and strength-based approach. I integrate techniques and interventions to personalize sessions to meet the client's therapeutic needs. I am IFS informed.

What Population(s) do you work with?

I see anyone over the age of 12 years-old. Don't let your location stop you from seeing a therapist. If you live in Oregon or Utah I can be your therapist, however, if you don't live in Jackson County Oregon then we'll need to meet via video conference (not Zoom).

Specialties

General Mental Health
Anxiety and Panic Disorders
Depression
Women’s Mental Health
Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Suicidal Ideation and self-harming
Grief
Crisis intervention

Billing and payments:

Private pay: $125 and, if necessary, sliding scale

Insurance accepted from Oregon Clients:

I accept Medicaid including most Medicare Advantage plans and I accept Medicaid (aka: Oregon Health Plan (OHP) open card).
I accept AllCare (CCO) and Jackson Care Connect (JCC-CCO)
I am paneled with the following EAP programs: All one Health (EAP); Mutual of Omaha (including EAP); Cascade Centers EAP; and UnitedHealthcare (EAP).

I can bill the following insurance companies:

Atrio
Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth
First Choice Health | FCH
Moda Health
Optum
PacificSource
Providence
Regence
TRICARE
Wellcare
United Healthcare

Insurance Accepted from Utah Clients:

Aetna
Cigna
United HealthCare (pending)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Utah
Oxford (pending)
Oscar Health
Carelon Behavioral Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Anthem EAP - Bank of America

Note: I am looking to get credentialed with Medicare for Utah Clients and SelectHealth (please leave a message

NOTE: If you don’t see your insurance listed that shouldn’t stop you from setting up an appointment to explore options which can include my applying to get credentialed with them as you may not be the only one who is searching.

FAQs

Office is located at 2621 Whittle Ave Medford, OR 97504 - link to directions through google maps [https://maps.app.goo.gl/DxFDjygy1HtV7D4u6]

What should someone know about working with you?

Our first few sessions are mostly guided by me; session will include developing a treatment plan. I am not the typical therapist who will sit and just listen; I interject, I ask questions, I teach, I challenge thoughts, I utilize my case management skills, and I help you explore resources in the community. Sometimes, I will make recommendations or suggestions. I don't assign homework, but I do ask what you plan to work on between sessions. I do believe practicing coping strategies, when not needed, makes them more effective when you do need them as you'll know them by memory.

What do you do to continue learning and building competencies as a provider?

I am constantly reading articles, taking training, and reading books to improve my skill set. I will even read and utilize the workbooks I recommend to clients. I ask my clients questions so I learn about them, who they are, and what they need from me. I practice within my scope of knowledge, as I take a “do no harm” approach. I keep notes so you will see me typing (off and on) while you are talking. At the end of the session, I try to do collaborative case noting, as I find transparency effective in building trust and rapport.

How do your own core values shape your approach to care?

I follow the NASW code of ethics; I believe a person’s self-determination is the guiding force where change occurs. I see clients as survivors, not victims. I recognize that getting unstuck takes time, determination, and courage, and if a client truly is ready to manage their triggers, I am there for them. I truly believe each client is a person of worth and will do everything I can to help them see their own worth; I don’t judge them.

What are you most excited about within the evolving mental health landscape?

The destigmatization of mental health and the realization that people do not have to see a therapist long-term are exciting. People, who normally wouldn't seek assistance, are reaching out for assistance because it's easily accessible and there’s less stigma involved. Some clients believe they need to see a therapist weekly, but it's exciting to help them develop self-trust in their own abilities to utilize the skills and the courage to try for themselves without a safety net (aka, a therapist). I assure my clients that I am still available if needed; they just need to reach out.

What are you most worried about within the evolving mental health landscape?

Social media and self-diagnosing. Kids are often staying connected to their bullies 24/7 because they are on social media, even when home. I usually recommend to the teens I work with, to disconnect from or limit their time on social media when they get home, as it will decrease anxiety and/or depressive symptoms. The numerous videos of folks demonstrating what some mental health issues look like contributes to the stigmatization, as many of these videos are not accurate. Diagnosing is best left to those who are trained.

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