Chad Dispenza, Walk and Talk Therapy in Monterey, California

What are you looking for?

I believe that everyone should have access to quality mental health care, regardless of their financial situation. Here's how I strive to help with that:
- 🔍 Maximize Your Insurance Benefits
  I’ve partnered with Mentaya, a service that streamlines the reimbursement process for therapy sessions through out-of-network benefits. Click HERE to check your benefits using my benefits calculator.
- 💸 Fee Flexibility
  If the cost of therapy seems out of reach, please feel free to talk to me. I have a limited number of fee-adjusted slots available (also known as 'sliding scale') to ensure therapy remains accessible. If these slots are full or we can’t find a solution that works, I’m happy to provide referrals to other resources that may better fit your needs.
- 💬 Group Therapy Offerings
  Group therapy offers valuable support and insights, with fees typically ranging from $40 to $75 per session. Visit my Group Therapy page to see if any offerings align with the therapeutic care you're looking for.

Services Offered

Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or navigating life transitions, whatever it is that brings you to therapy, we'll work collaboratively to uncover new insights and foster meaningful change.
Sessions are conducted via HIPAA-compliant Zoom, ensuring your privacy and comfort in a space that feels right for you.
Fee: $195 (50 min)
Check your insurance benefits here.
Supporting couples in navigating relational challenges without blame, we focus on fostering a dialogue where both partners feel seen and heard. Whether you’re facing ongoing conflict, reactivity, or intimacy issues, we work together to strengthen your bond and resolve issues with improved communication, compassion, and understanding.
Sessions are conducted via HIPAA-compliant Zoom, ensuring your privacy and convienence in a space that feels right for you.
Fee: $195 (50 min)
Check your insurance benefits here.
Family therapy sessions provide a supportive space where each member can express concerns, feel heard, and work towards healthier relationships. Whether navigating conflicts, adjusting to changes, or deepening connections, we'll collaborate to foster understanding and unity.
Sessions are conducted via HIPAA-compliant Zoom, ensuring your family's privacy and ease of access during our time together.
Fee: $250 (50 min) // $325 (75 min)
Check your insurance benefits here.
Collaborative sessions offering support and shared experiences, with specialized groups focused on digital wellbeing for teens, parents, and families.
Conducted via HIPAA-compliant Zoom.
- Visit the Group Therapy page to learn more about current group offerings.
- Fee: $40-$75 per session, depending on the group.
Combining the benefits of physical movement with therapeutic conversation in an outdoor setting.
This approach encourages relaxation, promotes mental clarity, and provides a refreshing alternative to traditional in-office / telehealth sessions.
Fee: $195 (50 min)
Check your insurance benefits here.
- ☔️ Sessions conducted via HIPAA-compliant Zoom in the event of inclement weather.
I provide consultations for teens, parents, families, workplaces, teachers, school administrators, and mental health professionals.
Learn more about these offerings on my Digital Wellbeing page.
- ⚠️ Important Notice:
  Digital wellbeing consultations are not therapy. These consultations are offered through the California Center for Digital Wellbeing and are separate from my therapy services. They focus exclusively on education, tools, and strategies for improving digital wellbeing.
  If, during these consultations, it becomes evident that therapy services are needed, I am happy to provide referrals to licensed mental health professionals.