Richard Oelberger
Richard Oelberger
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Richard Oelberger
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Richard Oelberger

Psychologist, PhD
California Accepting Online
Fairfax/Mid-Wilshire Waitlist In-person
Updated February 2, 2021

Specialties & Expertise

  • Stress management
  • Anxiety
  • Mindfulness
  • Men's health
  • Assertive communication
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Professional statement

Dr. Richard Oelberger is a Clinical Psychologist based in Los Angeles, Ca. His approach encompasses trauma and attachment-based perspectives, somatic approaches, and performance techniques- all grounded in clinical psychology principles and behavioral strategies.

Dr. Oelberger is a Somatic Experience practitioner and a Certified Mental Performance Consultant in sports psychology. He has worked with high school, collegiate, and professional level athletes as well as physicians, parents, professionals, and those trying to juggle it all in many areas of life.

Dr. Oelberger supports the internal focus, clarity, and processing of his clients through EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and cognitive/behavioral strategies to higher performance. His goal is to awaken the hero within each of his clients and help them become the best version of themselves while unpacking obstacles and pain that might be holding them back or keeping them feeling stuck.

Message to clients

You have taken the first step in breaking the hold of emotional stress, trauma, and unwanted burden you carry by reaching out. By allowing yourself to get support and begin this work you are already creating an opening to new ways of living and feeling within yourself.

This space we create and that you are investing in will create a ripple effect through all areas of your life and create the change you have been seeking in a safe and open space of expression and validation. You can bring all of you to this process! I look forward to collaborating and building a relationship that feels nurturing, safe, and vulnerable and allows for greater exploration of your potential goals, directions, and desires for living a connected and balanced life.

Specialties

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

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

Mindfulness - Developing practices to encourage a state of active, open attention on the present

Men's health - Expertise in working with adult men; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges and promote physical and mental health

Assertive communication - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships with partners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Richard Oelberger is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Ongoing sessions: $175 (50min)
  • Initial session: $200 (60min)

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
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

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

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
Therapist's note

We do allow clients to submit their PPO insurance through a 3rd party to receive partial reimbursement. We are not involved in this process but are happy to connect to support our clients!

Location(s)

Fairfax/Mid-Wilshire practice
6661 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90048
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 09:00am-6:00pm
  • Tue 09:00am-6:00pm
  • Wed 09:00am-6:00pm
  • Thu 09:00am-6:00pm
  • Fri 09:00am-6:00pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed
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 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Tue 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Wed 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Thu 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Fri 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Private practice, 2009 - 2020
LA County, DMH, 2010 - 2015

Languages

English