Bella Walko
I work with college students, athletes, and young adults who seem to be doing well on the outside but feel overwhelmed on the inside. You might be navigating anxiety, perfectionism, burnout, self-doubt, or the pressure to keep performing at a high level. As a former Division I athlete with experience in the corporate world, I understand how easy it is to push through stress and tie your worth to what you achieve.
My clients often come in feeling stuck in overthinking, afraid of failure, or unsure how to slow down. We can also make space for relationship challenges, identity questions, and uncertainty about what comes next.
I’m warm, active, and collaborative in sessions. Together, we’ll understand the patterns keeping you stuck and build skills you can use in daily life. My goal is for you to leave sessions with clear takeaways, greater confidence, and a stronger connection to what matters to you.
Specialties
Anxiety Athletic Performance Body Image Career Concerns College adjustment Depression Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Grief and Loss Identity Development Life Transitions Perfectionism Relationship Issues Self-esteem Sexuality Social Anxiety Stress Stress from AcademicsInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Bella Walko is in network for the following plans:
Aetna Aetna Student Health Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Health Net Medi-Cal - Blue Shield of California Promise Medi-Cal - Health Net MHNet Behavioral Health Optum UC SHIP United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare UnitedHealthcare StudentResources WellfleetPaperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1518508902Rates
| First session | $145 |
| Ongoing sessions | $145 |
Practice Hours
| Monday | 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | -- |
| Friday | -- |
| Saturday | -- |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Family Systems Internal Family Systems (IFS) Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Sports Psychology Strength-BasedModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
Artists Athletes First-Gen Immigrants International LGBQ+ Neurodiverse People of Color STEM Trans non-binary gender fluidMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Supervisor(s): Erica Basso
- Supervisor License(s): CA-114828
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): White
- Gender(s): Woman
- Sexual Orientation(s): Straight