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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Carlsbad, CA

Find the right therapist in Carlsbad covered by Cigna on Headway. With copays between $0-$30 per session and 7,248 providers available, you can start care within two weeks and save an average of 75% on mental health sessions.

Christina Mander

Christina Mander

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm trained in multiple modalities including Psychodynamic, Attachment Theories, Mindfulness, Humanistic, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Mowbray

Tamara Mowbray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 25 years of working with individuals, couples and families, I have the training and experience to help you work through what you are currently facing.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Aryeh Lazar

Aryeh Lazar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, insightful, and collaborative. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), drawing from other evidence-based approaches when useful.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Melissa Gandy

Melissa Gandy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet you where you are and offer a space grounded in acceptance, compassion, and respect as we work together toward positive change.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jessica Raybon

Jessica Raybon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist because I discovered the profound impact therapy had in my life, and I wanted to offer others that same supportive place during life's challenges.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cody Nugent

Cody Nugent

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


I know how heavy life can feel when you’re carrying pain, uncertainty, or self-doubt. But I believe, as a wise old wizard once said, “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of places, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” My role is to help you find that light again. I work with Gen Z and Millennial adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and more. Through integrative, culturally responsive care, I combine evidence-based psychiatry with holistic strategies to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create a life that aligns with your true self.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jessica Chesbro

Jessica Chesbro

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Jessica and I love supporting youth and their families to bring out confidence and build healthy relationship patterns to support them as they grow in today's world. I have background in Expressive Arts Therapy and bring creative approaches including art, play, and drama therapy techniques as entry points into cognitive behavioral interventions and strategies to assist with behavior, emotion regulation, and understanding of one's self. My philosophical goal as a therapist is to help people I work with curate more joy into their lives and for children to be seen in their unique strengths and supported to grow through challenges. I believe that curiosity is the antidote to depression. Let's get curious together!

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ifunanya Ifeacho

Ifunanya Ifeacho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, primary care, and behavioral health — because I believe that true healing requires treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Freddie Williams

Freddie Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create my sessions from a client-centered approach, supporting and partnering with my client in an environment of acceptance, understanding, and unconditional positive regard...”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Celia Smith

Celia Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a compassionate, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and understood as we begin working toward healing and personal growth together.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Brittany Anvari

Brittany Anvari

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe healing begins with meaningful connection. My work with cancer patients and their families has deeply shaped my understanding of pain, loss, resilience, and the complexities that relationships face during times of crisis. I support adults of all ages in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, and relationship concerns, offering both compassionate guidance and practical, effective tools for growth and healing.

Cigna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.

Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Nicholas Perez

Nicholas Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space where clients can feel heard and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider myself a holistic therapist who is interested in helping clients walk on a path to heal mind, body, and spirit.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cynthia Rolf

Dr. Cynthia Rolf

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to take away understanding and personal insights, practical coping strategies, emotional support, and validation.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Arlette Large

Arlette Large

Therapist

Virtual • Eureka, CA


“I know healing isn't linear—everyone's path looks different—and my goal is to meet you exactly where you are with empathy and practical guidance.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Sopkin

Beth Sopkin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use an authentic approach to therapy; I find that my clients respond well to me being myself with them, so that they then feel comfortable being themselves with me.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marco Iglesias

Marco Iglesias

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is not simply to help you feel better, but to help you understand yourself more deeply and move toward a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Emily McKillip

Emily McKillip

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am known for creating a warm, safe, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Avi Levin

Avi Levin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“It's within the potential space of the therapeutic experience that we can grow beyond our prior limitations.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Taylor Alderete

Taylor Alderete

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ventura, CA


“I have a deep passion for working with kids and adolescents, helping them navigate the unique challenges that come with growing up in today's fast-paced and high-pressure world.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Brittani Peyton

Brittani Peyton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Solution-Focused Therapy...”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Joe Kovacevich

Joe Kovacevich

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our focus together will be on bringing awareness and curiosity into your internal world so you become more integrated and content in life.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Kelly Phipps Gesker

Kelly Phipps Gesker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Nicole Farmer

Nicole Farmer

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“It makes me excited help people using DBT (Dialectial Behavior Therapy), including mindfulness with EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to address past trauma.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roubina Centeno

Roubina Centeno

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am certified and specialize in maternal mental wellness and work primarily with women experiencing life transitions.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krista Zabor

Krista Zabor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is centered on compassion and non-judgement. Each of us needs support and care to heal and thrive in this challenging world.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Joanne Howe

Joanne Howe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is, above all, a partnership. I believe you are the expert on your own life...”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Scott

Danielle Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Redlands, CA


“I enjoy providing a safe, warm, non-judgmental space for someone at whatever stage of life they are in.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Carmen Santillan

Carmen Santillan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a board‐certified clinical therapist with a strong foundation in narrative therapy, helping clients explore and reshape the stories that influence their lives. In recent years, I’ve supported children ages 5–17 as well as adults navigating a wide range of emotional experiences, including anxiety, depression, grief, and gender affirmation.

Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie James

Stephanie James

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I am dedicated to helping people feel like themselves again. I provide compassionate, evidence based care for anxiety and depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder and other mental health conditions.My goal is to create a judgement free space where patients feel heard and receive personalized treatment that fits their lives

Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Roxy Mandisen

Roxy Mandisen

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome. I'm Roxy, dedicated to helping you find what you are looking for in therapy. My goal is to offer a safe, compassionate space where you can heal and grow.

Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Brian Wise

Dr. Brian Wise

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, I also specialize in supporting people around intimacy, sexuality, and relationships with genuine openness and care.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Dr. Bruce Rays

Dr. Bruce Rays

Psychologist

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


“With 32- years of very broad experience I can relate and assist you in raising your awareness and level of functioning.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Julie Amoruso

Julie Amoruso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I offer medication management with supportive counseling for mental health care issues by virtual appointment and in-person appointments.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Fritzie Fernandez-Craft

Fritzie Fernandez-Craft

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, active, and entirely collaborative, meaning we work as a team to break old patterns and build lasting relief.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tabitha Scott

Tabitha Scott

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view these periods of transition as opportunities for growth, self-discovery, and learning to thrive as we step into a new chapter of our lives.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lydia Stevens

Lydia Stevens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process—one where we gently explore both your past and present to better understand how your experiences have shaped you.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Louise Polzel

Louise Polzel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe one of the most important aspects of therapy is working with someone who truly understands—someone who has been there and can genuinely relate.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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