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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Costa Mesa, CA

Headway works with your Cigna insurance in Costa Mesa, helping you access care without worrying about costs. With copays estimated around $30, explore 6,910 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions with availability as soon as next day.

Dr. Velvalee Reid

Dr. Velvalee Reid

Therapist

Virtual • Simi Valley, CA


“With over 30 years of clinical experience, I bring both deep professional expertise and real-life understanding to each session.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Suzanne Maggio

Suzanne Maggio

Therapist

Virtual • California


In 2019, I walked the 500 miles of the Camino de Santiago. What I learned during that journey informs my clinical work. I think of life as a journey that is walked one step at a time. Along that road there will be challenges. Our job is to face them in ways that tap into our strengths and allow us to grow. Helping you find the path forward is my commitment to my clients. Over the course of my career, I have had the opportunity to witness profound growth in my clients, students and colleagues. Resilience humbles me. We are stronger than we realize.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 40 years experience in private practice and various non profit organizations. I've worked with children, adolescents, adults and families, in schools and community agencies as a therapist, social worker, clinical director, supervisor, executive director and university instructor.

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Jahi Jamil Corbin

Jahi Jamil Corbin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Most of my clinical training happened in demanding settings... That work taught me not to flinch at difficult material and not to rush people through it.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Felicia Stansbury

Felicia Stansbury

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you as we explore challenges, build insight, and identify the tools and perspectives that support the changes you want to make.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarai Velasquez

Sarai Velasquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive, collaborative space where you can feel heard and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Matthew Paden

Matthew Paden

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Matthew is also an end-of-life doula and a Certified HeartMath® trainer, integrating mindfulness, emotional regulation, and compassionate presence into his work.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fairy Shaw

Fairy Shaw

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful healing begins in a space where clients feel emotionally safe, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kathleen Freaney

Kathleen Freaney

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that personalized therapy is the future of healthcare. By treating each family... as unique and tailoring treatment plans to meet their specific needs, I strive to strengthen people's ability to make positive, lasting changes in their...”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Monica Castanon

Monica Castanon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider myself a therapist who leads with empathy, making others feel safe, seen, and genuinely understood.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Three values shape my care: honoring your dignity, providing evidence-based treatment, and fully believing in your capacity to heal and grow.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Regina Perlmutter

Regina Perlmutter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I determine what is most suitable for my client and my work varies from traditional methods to holistic/ New Age methods that I have developed after many years in this field.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Bedaa Qeryaqus

Bedaa Qeryaqus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT and trauma-informed care.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kirsty Kenny

Kirsty Kenny

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have vast experience with a wide variety of clients. My professional history includes children living in abusive environments, teenagers who are struggling to access their education due to mental health concerns, families navigating dysfunction and adults dealing with a variety of life difficulties.

I currently work, primarily, in corrections with inmates struggling to adjust to the custody environment. I offer crisis intervention in addition to ongoing support.

I approach the therapeutic space with compassion and openness. I meet my clients right where they are emotionally and in their healing journey.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yaifeh Chafeh

Yaifeh Chafeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness. I create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and other mental health concerns. Along with medication management, I also use supportive therapy techniques, including CBT and motivational interviewing, to help clients build healthy coping skills and feel more confident in their daily lives.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Good psychiatric care should feel personal yet stay rooted in science. ... Mental health struggles aren’t a character flaw. They’re part of being human, and they deserve informed, caring support.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Bruce Young

Bruce Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients leverage their strengths to help achieve their goals using tools (problem identification, stress management, skills building, reflection, and an integrative model I developed to create neuro-reprogramming.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Shanshan Lin

Shanshan Lin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“She is committed to empowering patients by enhancing their understanding of their mental health conditions and available treatments, providing compassionate and personalized care to meet each individual's unique needs.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Tina Xiong Gonzalez

Tina Xiong Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we'll explore the patterns that keep showing up, understand where they come from, and build a stronger connection with yourself.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Rose

Brittany Rose

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I hope to allow you to feel seen, heard, and understood. This helps you to experience being vulnerable and authentic in a safe space...”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Transgender issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Loretta Battistoni

Loretta Battistoni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you face.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Tiffany Turner

Tiffany Turner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Tiffany is passionate about this work because she believes too many people live with mental health challenges without realizing that relief and meaningful change are possible.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thoriya Nakoula

Thoriya Nakoula

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped with tools they can use beyond the therapy room.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Scott Ben-Yashar

Scott Ben-Yashar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, practical, and compassionate. I believe therapy should be both a place of deep exploration and a space for real-world skill building.”
Cigna + 5 others
Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Sharon Hill-Anderson

Sharon Hill-Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in equipping you with practical tools to better manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Dr. Chioma Ahaiwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“We listen, empathize and acknowledge your concerns. We utilize biopsychosocial model in all our assessments, evaluations and evidence-based practice for a better patient outcome.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tyies Brown

Dr. Tyies Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is to create a welcoming and safe space to process life's challenges while learning practical strategies to assist with both self and emotional regulation while tackling daily life stressors.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Amin

Jacqueline Amin

Therapist

Virtual • California


My passion lies in working with clients who need assistance with personal empowerment and identity development. My goal is to instill hope by identifying areas of strength, resilience, and capacity for positive change. Effective therapy takes effort and commitment from both the therapist and the client.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. James Cardellino

Dr. James Cardellino

Psychologist

Virtual • California


Welcome to my practice. I have a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and I am a licensed psychologist in the state of California. I have many years of experience working with a variety of clients including: children, veterans, hospital inpatients and outpatients, mental health clinics, and individuals in private practice. My orientation is cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and I received my year-long training and became a consultant at the Atlanta Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I also believe that trust is a central part of therapy and it is my responsibility to earn your trust. It is incredibly important that I have an accurate understanding of you, your situation and any problems you may be facing currently. I will rely on your guidance to ensure my understanding of you is accurate.

Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Mary-Louise Henson

Mary-Louise Henson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, along with a wide range of personal and professional life experience, into my work with clients.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Reid

Chelsea Reid

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe deeply in the healing that becomes possible when someone feels truly safe, seen, and supported.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassandra Mejia-Lee

Cassandra Mejia-Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience as an intensive therapist providing psychotherapy for those struggling with serious mental health conditions /caregiver burnout/suicidal ideation/trauma/ anxiety/depression/grief & loss/life transitions/discrimination/identity...”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaskirn Johal-Dhillon

Jaskirn Johal-Dhillon

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


My name is Jaskirn Johal-Dhillon, and I am a bilingual mental health therapist who speaks both English and Punjabi. I received my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Fresno. I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, attachment challenges in adulthood, and those seeking inner child healing. My work is grounded in the belief that early childhood experiences shape our internal blueprint, yet with increased self-awareness and compassionate therapeutic support, those patterns can be understood, healed, and transformed. I am passionate about working with people from diverse backgrounds and helping them reconnect with their authentic selves so they can lead the life they choose to live.

Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jules Gomez

Jules Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience working with clients of all ages to manage major life transitions, move through traumatic stress, and build a toolkit of coping skills to manage day to day challenges.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Najwa Azizi

Najwa Azizi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello! I’m Najwa Azizi, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and support. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, stress, and burnout through a personalized and collaborative approach to care. With a background in both behavioral health and critical care nursing, I understand the importance of treating the whole person — emotionally, mentally, and physically. My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to grow, heal, and reach their full potential.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Latanya Burley

Latanya Burley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on creating a genuine therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, respect, and open communication.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Chinwe Chukwumerije

Chinwe Chukwumerije

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I am also a Black, Nigerian-American clinician who speaks Igbo fluently, and I bring both lived experience and clinical training to working with clients from African and African diaspora backgrounds.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Chelsea Duncan

Chelsea Duncan

Therapist

Virtual • Chico, CA


“I've come to see therapy as a collaborative process of building safety, understanding, and real, lasting change.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is holistic and patient-centered, combining psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy to create individualized care plans.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive history working with individuals experiencing psychotic symptoms and crisis situations.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory

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