Skip to main content
Headway

Find an Aetna therapist in Chula Vista, CA

Book a therapist or psychiatrist in Chula Vista, CA covered by Aetna

Therapist and patient in a therapy session
Calculator Illustration
Get a cost estimate
People with insurance pay as low as $0 per session through Headway

Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Chula Vista, CA

Chula Vista residents with Aetna insurance can find therapy and medication support through Headway, with copays starting around $30. Our network of 9,070 providers offers availability within two weeks and free initial consultations.

Sophia Nairima

Sophia Nairima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and patient-centered. I take time to understand your full picture: your history, your stressors, your goals, and what is already working.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Teru Kanazawa

Teru Kanazawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • South Pasadena, CA


“I work as a collaborator with you in an honest, truthful and transparent process to achieving the best you can be.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisol Lopez

Marisol Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already carrying a heavy load. One thing for sure, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

In my practice, I work extensively with college students, athletes, young adults and adults across various stages of life. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, performance pressure, injury recovery, burnout, and complex questions around identity and self-worth.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my core mission is to support you through life's most challenging moments so you can step fully into the best version of yourself. Therapy isn't just about managing symptoms, it’s about discovering your strengths, building resilience, and creating a life that feels authentic and aligned with who you are.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Hee Seung Lee

Dr. Hee Seung Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As an LMFT specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help you change your relationship with your negative thoughts and feelings.”
Aetna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Angel Nwochie

Dr. Angel Nwochie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I utilize tools such as health education, psychoeducation, psychotherapy to help you along the journey of your mental health.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jill Lawler

Jill Lawler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a warm, welcoming space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they move toward healing, growth, and a more balanced life.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Suzan Nedjati

Suzan Nedjati

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Psychotherapist with over 17 years of clinical experience, I have dedicated my career to helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges and discover their strengths. In addition to my private practice, my work in a hospital Emergency Department has provided me with valuable experience supporting individuals and families during some of their most difficult and vulnerable moments.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Barnet

Amy Barnet

Therapist

Virtual • Redondo Beach, CA


“I believe that all clients have the ability to change with guidance and unconditional empathic support.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Ashley Martinez

Ashley Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have over 15 years experience working with culturally diverse backgrounds, people in the entertainment industry, and the LGBTQIA community in SF.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Stefanie Zargarbashi

Stefanie Zargarbashi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize fostering collaborative relationships that empower individuals to actively steer their lives in alignment with their values and self-awareness.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Cristina Vigil

Cristina Vigil

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My speciality in the last ten years has been working with gender expansive and LGBTQ+ children, adolescents and their families/caregivers.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Yazmin Rojas Cameron

Yazmin Rojas Cameron

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered through their healing journey.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Eldridge

Stacey Eldridge

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For more than 15 years, I've worked specifically with adults in the second half of life — people navigating the real, unglamorous weight of caregiving, health changes, retirement, grief, and all the identity shifts that come with major life...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Physical health issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Andrew Newhouse

Andrew Newhouse

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider my purpose in therapy to empower the people I work with... helping you reach a point where you can say, "I got this".”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Echlin

Thomas Echlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will meet you wherever you are and respect whatever you feel and believe - and we will work together to help you see when and how you can take control of those feelings.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sarah Udor

Sarah Udor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sausalito, CA


“My expertise is in delivering comprehensive healthcare that addresses both physical and psychological aspects of wellness.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Eliza Mercado

Eliza Mercado

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to support you through those times and gently encourage you to develop the tools and coping skills you need to navigate them with more self-compassion and resilience.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Solano

Emily Solano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, where you are the expert of your own experience...”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Lemlem Payne

Lemlem Payne

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My current practice is rooted in meeting the clients "where they are," working cohesively to untangle inner conflicts...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Gilda Ruelas

Gilda Ruelas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Gilda works to increase a patient's self determination to help individuals better understand their mental health conditions.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Vitus Onusuru

Vitus Onusuru

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on trauma recovery, offering evidence-based therapies tailored to your unique needs. Together, we will explore your strengths, cultivate resilience, & empower you to thrive.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Evelin Montoya

Evelin Montoya

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and rooted in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be fully yourself.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Claudia Diaz

Claudia Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manteca, CA


“My approach to therapy is to spend some time in discovering why the client is feeling unhappy, anxious or having relational issues.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Dr. Anthony Pascual

Dr. Anthony Pascual

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Encino, CA


“My approach to providing care is rooted in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a holistic view of patient health.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Capri Cruz

Dr. Capri Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I became a therapist because at 10 years old I, too, had a therapist and absolutely loved how safe I felt with her.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Cristal Lopez

Dr. Cristal Lopez

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize and publish work in: coping with chronic illnesses, career-related issues (burnout, work-life balance), trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and stress related to first-responder families.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a kind and safe space where a person can feel comfortable sharing whatever it is they need to work on.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Thanh Mai

Thanh Mai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized — I believe treatment works best when clients feel comfortable, respected, and involved in their care.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Gisela Mondragon

Gisela Mondragon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I can help you regain your perspective and focus by providing you with tools to help you get back on track.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Velvet Tabb

Velvet Tabb

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower clients to face their fears, reduce distress, and move toward a life that is guided by their values rather than their anxiety.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trisha Souza

Trisha Souza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am authentic and transparent and I enjoy doing all that I can to make my clients feel comfortable and safe.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer

Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am practical and patient, I look for empowerment and ways to grow resiliency, joy, and meaning in our lived experiences.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Georgia Barnes

Georgia Barnes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Georgia Barnes, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

I am a dual board-certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with more than 25 years of clinical experience and board certifications as both a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions through personalized medication management and supportive psychotherapy.

I believe meaningful mental health care begins with trust, respect, and collaboration. My approach is patient-centered, recognizing that every individual's experiences, strengths, and goals are unique. I work closely with each client to develop a personalized treatment plan that promotes emotional wellness, resilience, and long-term recovery.

My priority is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to participate in your care. Together, we focus not only on reducing symptoms but also on building healthy coping strategies, restoring balance, and improving overall quality of life. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, or co-occurring substance use concerns, I am committed to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care that supports your journey toward lasting wellness.

Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jennifer Tapia

Dr. Jennifer Tapia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you feel more clear, stable, and in control of your life again—with a clear and thoughtful plan forward.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Anne Dennis

Anne Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • California


Weather you have been considering therapy, worked with therapy in the past or loved ones are suggesting reaching out-welcome to my practice. I work with individuals, couples and families in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career issues, job dissatisfaction. My specialty areas included the assessment and treatment of Perinatal and Postpartum Depression/Anxiety and Grief and Loss.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Larry Danlinhton

Larry Danlinhton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am dedicated to helping individuals find clarity and a path forward regardless how overwhelming life's challenges may feel.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Nancy Rarick

Nancy Rarick

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been a therapist for more than thirty five years, and a registered nurse for just as long, incorporating both fields of knowledge into my practice.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Cece Martinez, L.C.S.W.

Cece Martinez, L.C.S.W.

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a licensed clinical social worker with over 13 years experience in the field, I specialize in life transition adjustments, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Maternal Mental Health, Work Stress, and managing stress using specific interventions.

Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aubrey Koel

Aubrey Koel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is relaxed, warm, and refreshingly candid. We'll use a mix of humor, honest feedback, and genuine connection to cut through the noise and get to the heart of what's holding you back.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Grace Collins

Grace Collins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“Grace prides herself on her ability to connect with clients throughout the various stages of their healing.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, 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.
watercolor illustration of a coffee table with tea

Frequently asked questions

Therapy Chair

Happy patient looking away

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.

Find a provider - your way

Use left and right arrow keys to switch tabs. Press Shift+Tab to return to the tab list from links in the selected tab.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.