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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Atascadero, CA

Atascadero residents with Aetna can connect with mental health providers through Headway, offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions. With copay ranges from $0-$40 and over 8,866 providers nationwide, find the right fit for your mental health needs without financial stress.

Dr. Urania Acevedo

Dr. Urania Acevedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be both compassionate and productive, and that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Sonja Love

Sonja Love

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with nearly a decade of experience working with adults navigating substance use, co-occurring mental health conditions, crisis, and life transitions.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chinenye Udoh

Chinenye Udoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. I work with adolescents, teenagers, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, and emotional burnout.

My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. I understand that mental health is deeply connected to daily life, relationships, culture, and personal experiences, and I take a compassionate, whole-person approach to care.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Karen Fincher

Karen Fincher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mission Hills, CA


“My counseling style is very warm and inquisitive. I always begin by listening to and understanding your challenges.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Patricia Moriarty

Patricia Moriarty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a direct, warm approach to therapy, and I believe the best work happens when you feel supported without judgment.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Gina Giacone

Gina Giacone

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healthy relationships are vital for self-knowledge and change. I use a collaborative, supportive approach to help clients navigate challenges, gain insight, and develop their strengths.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Aviva Malek

Aviva Malek

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Aviva, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Life can become difficult when stress, burnout, relationship problems, body image concerns, or past experiences begin to affect your daily life. Sometimes people seek therapy because they are exhausted from trying to manage everything on their own. I believe in working together to create solutions that will give a different perspective or a way to break patterns that no longer work for them. I have experience with patterns that no longer suit you and have learned methods to work through them.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Mia Berman

Mia Berman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Mia, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California specializing in anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I help adults who feel overwhelmed or stuck build coping skills and gain clarity.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Gelza Salazar

Dr. Gelza Salazar

Therapist

Virtual • Upland, CA


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative process where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to reach their goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alexiis Figueroa

Alexiis Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for growth and healing, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for clients.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosealinda Carrillo

Rosealinda Carrillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about decolonizing therapy and creating a space that honors culture, identity, and the intersection of both.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Asana Aruna

Asana Aruna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My aim is to blend my behavioral health knowledge with your aspiration for a better quality of life.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Michael Times

Michael Times

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting adults, teens, and families in medical, community mental health, and addiction treatment settings. I’ve worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I bring a calm, supportive, and down‐to‐earth style to therapy so clients feel safe and understood. I also teach social work and sociology at the university level, which keeps me grounded in current research and best practices. Most importantly, I care about meeting you where you are and helping you move toward meaningful change.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Frankie Nixon

Frankie Nixon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've been serving men, women and couples for 15 years. I help my clients deal with life issues that diminish mental health and impact relationships.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

Virtual • Cerritos, CA


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Makalah McElroy

Makalah McElroy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a person-centered and holistic lens. I understand that there are layers of you as an individual... all of which matter.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ardith Biacan

Ardith Biacan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that working to build or rebuild a relationship with yourself will help build better relationships with others, as well as improving other major areas in your life.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Jean-Claire Peltier

Jean-Claire Peltier

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adults and young adults who are, by most measures, doing fine - but privately feel like they're running on fumes.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Dr. Maximillian Macias

Dr. Maximillian Macias

Psychologist

Virtual • La Habra, CA


“I am passionate about increasing access to care and providing affirming and culturally responsive treatment for all of my clients.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rashida Khan

Rashida Khan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive with kindness, compassion, and respect, and look forward to collaborating on treatment together to achieve motivation and progress.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Tondria Hall

Tondria Hall

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about creating a safe, compassionate space where clients can process, heal, and grow.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Alexander Sanchez

Alexander Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help you identify unhelpful thought patterns while building greater awareness and self-compassion.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Blitch

Daniel Blitch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a space where curiosity and honesty meet growth. My approach is both exploratory and grounded.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Sherry Gibbons

Sherry Gibbons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe report is half the battle. As we establish a repport, I remain openminded and supportive yet I will challenge your thinking and ask hard questions as needed.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jennifer Hellman

Jennifer Hellman

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working in community mental health, co-occurring substance use treatment, and residential care settings. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use challenges, mood disorders, relationship stress, and major life transitions.

I believe therapy works best when clients feel heard, respected and supported without judgement. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and tailored to each client's unique needs and goals. I draw from CBT, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based approaches to help clients build insight, emotional stability, and healthier coping strategies.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Carter

Mary Carter

Therapist

Virtual • West Covina, CA


I bring 14 + years of experience providing thrrapy in both private and clinical settings. My work is grounded in a client centered strengths-based approach, rooted in unconditional, positive regard and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where client can openly share their stories.

I identify as neurodivergent and have personally and professionally navigated ADHD. This experience allows me to bring both clinical knowledge lived understanding to my work, helping clients recognize their strengths, develop effective strategies, and move toward meaningful growth and stability.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Stephanie Spaniak

Stephanie Spaniak

Therapist

Virtual • California


Whatever brought you here, you don’t have to figure it out alone. With over 12 years of experience supporting individuals and families, I’ve seen how much can shift when someone finally feels truly heard. Whether you’re working through something specific or simply feel ready for change, I’d be honored to walk alongside you and your loved ones on the path forward.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Brandy Malloy

Brandy Malloy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I focus on helping clients build insight, develop coping tools, and shift unhelpful patterns through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danelle Drayton

Danelle Drayton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I support individuals navigating a wide range of mental health challenges, with an emphasis on helping clients reconnect with their bodies, build safety within and around themselves, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Jennifer Greene

Jennifer Greene

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on you, prioritizing your needs to bring clarity and tranquility through clinical support tailored to your goals.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Shelzea Zamora

Shelzea Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a mental health clinician who takes a solution‐focused and empowering approach to therapy. I believe healing happens at your pace, and I strive to meet you exactly where you are. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood as we work together to explore challenges, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Jorgensen-Mattmann

Lisa Jorgensen-Mattmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Getting to know your strengths will be a priority. Next, we will work on setting attainable goals and work together, course correct when needed, to achieve your goals.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dean Wright

Dean Wright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I come with an existentialist approach to the therapeutic room which means I am trying to help my clients find meaning in the change they seek.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Rene Aka Yaotl Orozco

Rene Aka Yaotl Orozco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with clients who are ready to make meaningful, lasting change — and I take pride in building relationships where people genuinely want to keep coming back.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Jeaneen Johnson

Jeaneen Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on building a trusting, down-to-earth relationship where you feel safe, respected, and encouraged to speak up for what you need.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Yadira Nieto

Yadira Nieto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and supportive. I see therapy as a partnership where you can show up as yourself and feel truly heard.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matt McGiffen

Matt McGiffen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have focused on crisis management and suicide prevention for much of my professional career, working in community and forensic settings.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Garen Mirzayan

Dr. Garen Mirzayan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mission Hills, CA


“I believe successful treatment begins with listening. I work closely with each patient to create an individualized plan that reflects their unique needs, goals, and circumstances.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Caryn Coulam

Caryn Coulam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply committed to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel truly heard and respected.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sophia Nouri

Sophia Nouri

Psychologist

Virtual • California


If you're looking for an empathic, reliable therapist, I strive to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can explore current stressors, past experiences, relationship dynamics, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I believe meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and safe enough to be authentic.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Aetna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

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