About Eric Kinchen, LCSW

Portrait of Talkspace therapist Eric Kinchen, LCSW
Verified by Talkspace
Accepts insurance 
Specialties

Anxiety

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Bipolar disorder

,

Depression

,

November 2013

12 years in practice

Average

4.9

star rating from Talkspace members

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A note from Eric

My philosophy is that EVERYone is doing the best they can with what they have - skills; knowledge; insight; etc. Let's see what we can add to make your life better. My degrees are in Psychology and Social Work; and I have been practicing for about 14 years with groups and individuals. On a personal note; I've lived in different cities across the US; but Louisiana is my home where I now live with my wife of 17 years; our 10yo son; plus a dog; a cat; and two Guinea pigs; all rescues. I am drawn to mental health by my natural empathy and desire to help people live better lives. You're not alone; I can help.

Qualifications

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LCSW

1619398377

Master's in Social Work

Louisiana State University

Treatment areas

Anxiety

,

Bipolar disorder

,

Depression

,

Cognitive behavioral (CBT)

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Interpersonal

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Talk Therapy

Adult

,

English

Insurance accepted

Avg copay: $15/session (but most insured members pay $0)

Aetna Medical Plans

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Allegiance Behavioral Health

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Anthem Blue Cross

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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

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Carelon Behavioral Health

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Cigna

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Humana Tricare East / Tricare East

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Optum Behavioral Health

,

United Behavioral Health

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United HealthCare (UHC) of all states

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Accepts Medicare

and Medicare Advantage

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