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Courtney Uppendahl

Therapist(She/Her)
12 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Courtney, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with people who are tired of just “coping” and want to understand themselves on a deeper level. Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or disconnected from who they used to be. Together, we slow things down, make sense of your story, and create space for real healing and lasting change.

My approach to therapy

I focus deeply on the therapeutic relationship because that’s where real change happens. I pay attention to patterns, like how you relate to others, how you respond to stress, and how past experiences may still be shaping your emotions today. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and practical. We’ll build insight, but we’ll also work on skills to help you feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally steady in your everyday life.

I specialize in working with moms and parents, especially those navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or the emotional weight of trying to hold everything together for everyone else. I also work with individuals healing from trauma (PTSD or complex trauma) and people who feel stuck in anxiety, overwhelm, or relationship struggles.

What you can expect from me

The first session is simply a conversation. You don’t need to have the right words or a perfect timeline of your life. I’ll ask some gentle questions to understand what’s been weighing on you and what you’re hoping will feel different. Most importantly, you’ll get a sense of how it feels to talk with me. Therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and comfortable being yourself.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Affirming, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at University of San Francisco
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Relational, Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English