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Dr. Megan Houseknecht

Psychologist
19 years of experience
87 patients on Headway
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Eating disorders, Family issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello! I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with years of experience working with children and families, including my time at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego. I earned my undergraduate degree from Northwestern University, followed by a doctorate in clinical psychology and specialized residency in child trauma in Los Angeles.

My approach to therapy

I hold licenses to practice in both California and Maine, and I teach techniques for fostering emotional resilience, enhancing coping confidence, and healing from trauma. My mission is to instill faith, cultivate hope for recovery, and encourage a renewed love for oneself and one’s body. I assist in the healing of survivors of human trafficking through a global ministry. Additionally, I own an organic produce farm, where we can engage in therapy while enjoying the serene views of nature.

What you can expect from me

I help to stabilize mood, create meaning out of traumatic events, and recover from maladaptive behaviors.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Direct, Warm, Creative

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    19 years of experience
  • Training
    PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) at California School of Professional Psychology, San Diego, Other at Northwestern University
  • License type
    Psychologist (Maine), CP (Clinical Psychologist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Eating disorders, Family issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Depression, OCD, Stress management, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Play, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Children, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2938 Holly Road
    Alpine, CA 91901