Two ways I can help
By telehealth · Anywhere in California
Individual psychotherapy
One-on-one therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction, using evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET), tailored to your unique needs.
About psychotherapy →In person · Bay Area · Ages 14+
Psychological evaluations
Comprehensive testing of thinking, personality and emotional health, with a written report and clear recommendations for treatment or school.
About evaluations →Does this sound familiar?
You’ve been holding it together for a long time.
From the outside, things may look okay. Inside, it’s a different story.
- You’re going through the motions, but you don’t feel like you’re really living.
- Memories, nightmares or a constant sense of dread keep pulling you back down.
- Drinking or using used to take the edge off. Now it’s become its own problem.
- You carry shame you’ve never said out loud to anyone.
- Somewhere along the way, you lost track of who you really are.
Why “True Arc”
Therapy clears the path back to you.
In every good story, a character moves through hardship toward who they were meant to be. Real life works the same way. Trauma, addiction and what happened in childhood can pull us off course, but they don’t get the final word.
Beneath the symptoms is someone whole, valuable and worth knowing. Together, we lift what’s been covering that person, so you can step back onto your true arc.
How I can help
Care for what weighs on you most
Depression
When motivation, hope or joy have gone quiet. Together we lift the weight and rebuild a life that feels like yours.
Anxiety
Worry, panic and the constant sense that something is wrong. Learn skills that calm your body and loosen anxiety’s grip.
PTSD & trauma
Including combat trauma, military sexual trauma (MST) and childhood maltreatment. Proven trauma treatment, at a pace that feels safe.
Addiction
Alcohol and substance use, without shame. We look at what the substance has been doing for you, and build something better in its place.
Meet your psychologist
Hi, I’m Dr. Ashley Craddock.
I started True Arc because I’ve seen what happens when people get care that truly fits. Before private practice, I served as an active duty psychologist working primarily with Marines, and I’ve spent years caring for veterans. Military or not, you’ll get the same directness, warmth and respect.
I believe there’s a beautiful, valuable person inside each of us. My job is to help you find your way back to yours.
More about my background →Evidence-based approaches
Treatments with research behind them
Your care is matched to your goals, drawing on approaches with strong evidence for trauma, mood, anxiety, sleep and substance use.
How getting started works
Free consultation
A short, no-pressure call to talk about what’s going on and whether we’re a good fit.
Your first session
Meet by secure video from anywhere in California. We’ll collaboratively map out where you are and where you want to go.
Your path forward
Regular sessions using treatment approaches matched to your specific goals, with honest check-ins on your progress along the way.
$175
per therapy session
Sliding scale
Reduced fees available based on financial need
Superbills
For out-of-network reimbursement. Fee details
Common questions
Does therapy by video really work?
For many people, yes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, a large body of research compared telehealth with in-person therapy. Overall, it found that treatment delivered by telehealth appears to be as effective as the same treatment delivered in person. People choose or need virtual care for many different reasons. Whatever yours is, we’re glad you’re here and ready to help.
What happens in the free consultation?
It’s a brief phone call. You share a little about what’s going on, ask any questions about how I work, fees or scheduling, and we decide together whether we’re a good fit. There’s zero pressure to commit.
What does “evidence-based” mean, what do all these acronyms (CBT, CPT, PE) stand for, and why should I care?
You may see it called “evidence-based care” or “evidence-based treatment.” Either way, it means the treatment for your condition is backed by scientific studies showing that symptoms improved. The acronyms are names of specific evidence-based treatments for specific conditions. For example, if you have PTSD, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Prolonged Exposure (PE) have been shown to reduce PTSD symptoms. Most importantly, what you invest in therapy, financially and emotionally, should be worth that investment. Your time is valuable.
Is what I share confidential?
Absolutely, with a few exceptions required by California law, including a serious risk of harm to yourself or someone else, or suspected abuse of a child, elder or dependent adult. We’ll go over these in detail before we begin.
Do you take insurance?
I’m an out-of-network provider. I can give you a superbill to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement, and a sliding scale is available. See fees.
How long will therapy take?
It depends on your treatment goals. Most treatments are structured and time-limited. Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), for example, typically takes about 12 to 14 sessions. Other work can be more open-ended. We’ll talk about what to expect early on.
Do I need to be a Veteran?
Not at all. I work with individuals across California from every walk of life. My military experience is one part of my background, not a requirement for working together.
Ready to take the first step?
Reach out for a free consultation. Telehealth means you can start from wherever you are in California.
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