Welcome to Bridges Therapy

I’m Patricia Gates, founder of Bridges Therapy and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience.

I created Bridges to be a more personal, thoughtful, and human-centered therapy practice — one where clients feel genuinely cared for and clinicians are deeply supported in the work they do. We’re not a tech company or a therapy mill. We’re a real group of people who believe meaningful relationships are at the heart of healing.

Whether you’re reaching out for support for the first time or returning to therapy again, we’re honored you’re here and look forward to helping you find the right fit.

our promise to you


Personalized Matching

We don’t make you choose from a list. Our expert team listens to your needs and matches you with the right online California therapist.

All Online, All California

Every session is secure, confidential, and accessible from anywhere in California.

Medi-Cal Experts

We handle all the paperwork and insurance details, so you can focus on healing.

Human-First Care:

Our Client Care team is responsive, warm, and here for you at every step.

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  • “I reached out to so many providers on my insurance list and never got a call back. Thank goodness I found Bridges and was with a therapist in no time.”

  • "It’s hard to find quality therapy that takes Medi-Cal. I was so relieved to find a place that not only accepts it, but treats you with dignity and respect.”

  • “I am very grateful and very blessed to have found Bridges Therapy. It has been so helpful, supportive, and so wonderful so far!”

  • "They actually called me back! In a world where it feels impossible to get someone on the phone, I got to talk to a real person who helped walk me through every step. That alone reduced my anxiety."

  • "Finally, therapy that’s affordable, real, and actually responsive."