Carole  Goguen
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Carole Goguen

Psychologist, PsyD Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
California Accepting Online
Updated November 29, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Loss, grief, and bereavement
  • Trauma
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Traumatic Bereavement - Traumatic Grief

Professional statement

Dr. Carole Goguen is a licensed psychologist in California and founder of Night Owl Psychotherapy, offering therapy sessions from late afternoon to late evenings. She has 20+ years experience providing treatment for PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Traumatic Bereavement, Stress, and Grief. During her career she has worked in a variety of settings including community mental health clinics, a forensic hospital, a residential substance abuse treatment center, and VA medical centers. She is certified in telemental health and has provided video therapy throughout California since 2018.

Dr. Carole works with ethnically & culturally diverse clients, many of whom are in the LGBTQ+ community. They come from different walks of life: folks in the tech world, military veterans, homemakers, healthcare professionals, the entertainment industry.

She graduated from Pepperdine University with a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD). Early in her career she served as the Associate Director of Research and Education for the National Center for PTSD.


Message to clients

Welcome to my private practice! As a licensed psychologist in California, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and burnout. With evening hours from 4 PM to 10 PM, I offer flexibility to accommodate your busy schedule.

I create a safe and supportive environment where we can work together to identify and address the root causes of your struggles. I tailor each session to your unique needs and goals.

My goal is to empower you to build resilience, cultivate self-awareness, and develop effective coping strategies. Together, we will navigate your journey towards healing and personal growth.

If you're ready to take the first step towards positive change, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session. Let's work together to build a brighter and more fulfilling future for you.


Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) - Reducing unwanted intrusive thoughts and rituals by gradually building comfort and confidence facing difficult fears, thoughts, and emotions

Traumatic Bereavement - Traumatic Grief - Healing from the violent/horrific/sudden death of a loved one, coping with intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and depressed mood. Support while going through the practical/legal aftermath of the death




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)

Insurance

  • Lyra Health

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $250 (50min)
  • Initial session: $250 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • IvyPay
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed

Location(s)

Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 4:00pm-10:00pm
  • Tue 4:00pm-10:00pm
  • Wed 4:00pm-10:00pm
  • Thu 4:00pm-10:00pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 25 years

Night Owl Psychotherapy, Psychologist, 2017 - Present
Department of Veterans Affairs, Psychologist, 2001 - 2021
National Center for PTSD, Associate Director for Research and Education, 1998 - 2000

Pepperdine University, Doctor of Psychology, 1998
Pepperdine University, Master of Arts in Psychology, 1993


Licensure

California: PSY 17685


Languages

English


Client testimonials

"Carole got back to me right away and immediately conveyed a caring and compassionate approach."
- Zencare client • August 2023