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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Carlsbad, CA

Finding the right therapist in Carlsbad is seamless with Headway's network of 2,785 providers accepting UnitedHealthcare. Sessions start as low as $0 per visit, and many providers offer free consultations to ensure the perfect fit for your mental health journey.

Rex Burington

Rex Burington

Therapist

Virtual • Sebastopol, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative and empowering. Creation of a highly trusting and safe working container is top priority.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Aglaed Mayorga

Dr. Aglaed Mayorga

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“As a first-generation Latina-American woman from an immigrant family, I understand firsthand the challenges of balancing multiple cultural identities.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monique Strickland

Monique Strickland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


You show up every day: for your clients, your patients, your family, your team. But somewhere between all of that, showing up for yourself got lost. If you are a caregiver, a healthcare professional, or someone who has spent years keeping everything running, you may have noticed the anxiety, the exhaustion, or the low-grade stress that just will not lift. That is exactly who I work with. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional with more than 25 years in healthcare, including mental health crisis urgent care, inpatient and outpatient settings, and telehealth work with adults experiencing depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorders, I bring clinical depth and a genuine understanding of what burnout does to the body and mind. I trained at Azusa Pacific University (BSN, Public Health Nursing) and Wilkes University (MSN, PMHNP), and my goal is to help high-functioning professionals and caregivers restore clarity, resilience, and balance.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Elizabeth Fernandez

Elizabeth Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to providing compassionate trauma-informed care that will empower your growth and joy.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Portnoy

Alexandra Portnoy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She employs evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to customize treatment plans to each client's unique needs.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Pedro Morante

Pedro Morante

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I aim to provide a supportive and empowering therapeutic experience where you feel heard, understood, and equipped with the necessary tools to overcome challenges and achieve your goals.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jaquelynn Flietstra

Jaquelynn Flietstra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is that you leave our work together feeling more understood, more connected to yourself, and more able to move through life with a sense of peace and authenticity.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Dr. Helena Ma

Dr. Helena Ma

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Helena. As a queer Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, art therapist, and certified Christ-centered counselor, I offer a compassionate, culturally nuanced space for whole-person healing. I provide therapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. I specialise in supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals navigating identity, relationships, and emotional growth. By blending creative process, empathy, and deep cultural understanding, I help you reconnect with your authentic voice, build self-reliance, and live more fully.

United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Carolee Burgess

Carolee Burgess

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that effective mental health treatment begins with understanding the whole person not just symptoms or diagnoses.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Sima Aman

Sima Aman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“Sima has vast experience and knowledge working with individuals of all ages that have moderate to severe psychiatric and mental health conditions.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Crystal Hernandez

Crystal Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a trained Art Therapist I believe in providing you with the option to engage in art therapy. A process that does not require you to be an experienced artist...”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Kendal McDowell

Kendal McDowell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm trained in DBT, along with other therapy styles, and can use these various practices to best support you and your needs.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Nancy Pereda

Nancy Pereda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to offer culturally sensitive approaches and techniques. I use a holistic approach with my client's adding elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and family systems, among others.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Matthew Erilim

Matthew Erilim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel understood, and I'm committed to being that for my patients.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Cynthia Edelstein

Cynthia Edelstein

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“I blend traditional talk therapy with art therapy, using visual metaphors to help clients access unconscious patterns and deeper insights.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Juliet Mulele

Juliet Mulele

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


With over a decade of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse and a Master’s degree as a Psychiatric Mental

Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, and medication

management.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Lisa Kinnebrew

Lisa Kinnebrew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have over 10 years of experience helping adults and couples in crisis. I am a trauma-informed therapist.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Ka Cole

Ka Cole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is grounded in bridging exceptional therapy tools while creating a warm, heart-centered, mindful set and setting that engages in an authentic healing relationship with you.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Alena Bell

Alena Bell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in the treatment of Complex Trauma. Complex trauma recovery is holistic and relational in nature...”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Funmi Igbinigie

Funmi Igbinigie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you feel heard, respected, and supported.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ray Buchanan

Ray Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively with clients. I will make great efforts to establish a good connection, build trust, and make it safe for people to share freely.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Saba Kerendian

Saba Kerendian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I help clients better understand their emotions, patterns, and nervous system responses...”
United Healthcare + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lorraine Schwartz

Lorraine Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will ask you questions so you can find your own authentic answers. I speak plainly & provide a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can explore what's going on in your world at your pace.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Mattera

Thomas Mattera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chico, CA


You deserve therapy that’s tailored to you. Maybe you've tried therapy before, and it just hasn't clicked—you're not alone, and that's not your fault. Most therapy isn’t designed with men like you in mind. That’s why I specialize in guiding men toward real growth and empowerment.

United Healthcare + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darrell Broussard

Darrell Broussard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe, judgment-free space where we can work together toward healing and emotional wellness.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Bambie Ann Ortega

Bambie Ann Ortega

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“My background as a psychiatric registered nurse has taught me that every person's story is unique...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Vander Zwart

Robert Vander Zwart

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


Robert Troy Vander Zwart obtained his Master's Degree at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and has over 25 years of experience. Prior to beginning in his private practice Troy worked in a variety of clinical settings. Troy's specialty is counseling individuals with symptoms of depression and anxiety and who have experienced trauma. He also has a passion for couples counseling, marriage and pre-marriage counseling, and family therapy.

United Healthcare + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Manuel Paschinger

Manuel Paschinger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that the best mental health care begins with listening. Every person has a unique story...”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Julio Garibay

Julio Garibay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring in a bicultural perspective in therapy that invites me to be culturally attuned and address the rooted issues related to our mental health struggles.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noel Sherry

Noel Sherry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy, working with you to unlock your potential and achieve lasting change.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victor Covarrubias

Victor Covarrubias

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is grounded in the belief that every patient is unique with unique history, unique relationships, and unique biology.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Maida Ferraes

Maida Ferraes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am enthusiastic, energetic, self-motivated, compassionate, and patient. We carry many judgments from the world and ourselves, we do not need any additional pressure.”
United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Gabriela Ruiz

Gabriela Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a psychodynamic approach that will help us get to the root of the cause, and a holistic approach in therapy.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jill McGovern

Jill McGovern

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“My approach is warm, direct, and engaged. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe and supported, but also challenged to grow.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Kenneth England

Kenneth England

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


“I utilize CBT as a base therapy and multiple trauma therapies including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and TRIP (Trauma Regulation Integration Process).”
United Healthcare + 3 others
Anxiety, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Howard

Stephanie Howard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in using a strengths-based, client focused approach to help clients reach their personal goals in therapy.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Croteau

Janet Croteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Felton, CA


“I'm a "inclusiastic" therapist who invites you to use our relationship as a template to find the sweet spot between safety and your growing edge as a human.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anger management, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Lorilee Bohn

Dr. Lorilee Bohn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am committed to offering a trauma informed holistic approach to treatment that focuses on the underlying cause of mental health conditions in order to help achieve optimal health and well-being.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Alina Halonen

Alina Halonen

Therapist

Virtual • West Hollywood, CA


“Having navigated my own recovery and healing journey, I know that insight alone doesn't always create change.”
United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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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