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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in El Cajon, CA

Find Aetna-covered mental health support in El Cajon with Headway's network of 8,834 licensed providers. Sessions start as low as $30 copay, offered virtually or in-person for your convenience. Many clients save up to 75% on therapy costs while accessing care within two weeks.

Allegra Lucas

Allegra Lucas

Therapist

Virtual • California


Whether you're single and searching, recovering from a recent split, or at the precipice of big change in your relationship, I am here to help you move through those valuable transitions. If you are struggling with racing thoughts or repeating the same scenario over and over - you're not alone and I'm here to navigate it with you.

I have always been fiercely passionate about helping others to amplify their strengths and manifest the lives they find most fulfilling. Nothing moves me more than to be a guide and a witness to human transformation. As we go through life's inevitable transitions, occasionally we encounter roadblocks or detours that can either stop us in our tracks or provide us with vital life lessons filled with wisdom and empowerment.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Carlo Dominic Medina

Carlo Dominic Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through a variety of approaches and interventions that are customized to you and your needs, we will work together to move you in the direction of a new way of experiencing yourself.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Roni Silberstein

Roni Silberstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe all humans are innately capable of healing and growth, and I view us as collaborators on this journey.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Evan Dunn

Evan Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I encourage profound exploration of symptoms and conflicts while simultaneously offering my patients a space of warmth and relief in which to grow.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Lauren Lederer

Lauren Lederer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a warm, curious, collaborative approach. I believe therapy can bring things into your awareness, introduce new perspectives, and better understand the patterns that could be keeping you stuck.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kent Robin

Kent Robin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Woodland Hills, CA


“I perform detailed assessments to identify physical, lifestyle, and social factors affecting mental health, ensuring holistic care...”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Jillian Zamora

Jillian Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about the therapeutic relationship. I believe your therapy journey is unique so I work to learn what matters most to you...”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Shirley Remmers-Mesman

Shirley Remmers-Mesman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who believes mental health care should feel human—not rushed or impersonal.

I provide a non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and feel understood. My approach integrates thoughtful medication management with psychotherapy when appropriate, always tailored to your individual needs.

Diagnosis can be an important part of understanding your experience, but it’s only one piece of the picture. I look at your mental, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as the life experiences that shape what you’re going through.

I offer collaborative, grounded care to help you move toward a more balanced, integrative, and holistic sense of well-being.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ann Cleary

Ann Cleary

Therapist

Virtual • California


What patterns keep repeating in your life, even when part of you wants something different? I work with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with a particular focus on experiences that are hard to put into words: the quiet accumulation of feeling disconnected or unseen, questions around adoption and family origins, infertility, the emotional weight of becoming a parent, and the grief that comes when life takes an unexpected shape. A lot of what brings people to therapy is not a single event. It builds. I trained at UCLA and bring both clinical depth and genuine warmth to this work.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sachiko Cohen

Sachiko Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe that healing begins when you feel truly seen, understood, and safe to be yourself. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based therapy and mind–body awareness.

Many of my clients are high-achieving professionals, caregivers, or individuals navigating life transitions who feel anxious, stuck, or disconnected from themselves.

Together, we’ll explore not just what’s happening in your mind, but how your body and emotions respond — so you can reconnect with clarity, calm, and confidence.

I bring curiosity, compassion, and a touch of humor to each session. My goal is to help you slow down, breathe, and find the insight and direction that’s already within you.

Aetna + 3 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Rio Bauce

Rio Bauce

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach to therapy, and I specialize in supporting those with HIV-related issues, relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, and identity-related challenges, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Francis Toal

Francis Toal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pleasant Hill, CA


“I believe therapy should provide a place where you can speak openly without judgment while also helping you better understand the patterns, experiences, and circumstances that may be keeping you stuck.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Farah Pezeshki

Dr. Farah Pezeshki

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe every person can determine the best solutions for their unique selves when given the opportunity to take the lead and develop trust in making their own decisions.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julieta Serrato

Julieta Serrato

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Julieta a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I’ve been working in the mental health field since 2016 and bring both clinical experience and real-life perspective into my work. I create a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. My approach blends cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior skills, and person-centered care to help clients build emotional resilience and healthier relationships. I specialize in working with anxiety, stress, life transitions, and trauma.

Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Norma Munoz-Sedano

Norma Munoz-Sedano

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Marriage and Family Therapist with over 22 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, parents, and couples.

I hold a psychology degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California since 1991 and earned a master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix in 2008.

My work focuses on strengthening relationships and addressing emotional or mental issues such as depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma, psychosocial factors, life challenges, and personal goals.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Keala Zane

Keala Zane

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My communication style is collaborative, personable, and nonjudgmental. I am authentic and genuine and truly believe in my clients.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Cynthia Manguba, PsyD

Dr. Cynthia Manguba, PsyD

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, we will explore your past and earlier experiences in hopes of gaining insight to how they have impacted the way you function now.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Calix Vu-Bui

Calix Vu-Bui

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My patients would describe me as warm, relatable, down to earth, and a therapist who is actively engaged in session with a no-nonsense kind of approach.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Hannah Grant

Hannah Grant

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients loosen the grip of needing to control every thought, feeling, and outcome so they can experience more freedom, flexibility, and a renewed sense of trust in themselves and greater compassion toward who they are.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Rubin

David Rubin

Therapist

Virtual • California


Seeking support is a courageous step. As an LMFT, I am dedicated to guiding individuals through challenging experiences including: trauma, grief/loss, academic stress, bullying, and supporting neurodivergent individuals (ADHD & Autism Spectrum Disorder).

I have worked as a mental health therapist at schools for students with emotional disturbance, grief issues & trauma from kindergarten-12th grade. My therapeutic orientation includes Psychodynamic, Solution-Focussed & Trauma-Focused CBT.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Erik Bidinger-Boggess

Erik Bidinger-Boggess

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am not only a therapist but a real person. Everyone struggles with mood and thoughts and sometimes we all need help navigating the intensity of these experiences.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Lane McConnell

Lane McConnell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Sunita Churiwala

Sunita Churiwala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with individuals who have outgrown surface-level insight and are ready for precise, deeply attuned psychological work.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krista Sabados

Krista Sabados

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“My style is compassionate, direct, and deeply human. I'll meet you with curiosity, honesty, and respect while helping you build resilience, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with yourself.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Brundage

Michael Brundage

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am very conversational and I do ask many questions. That being said, you are always free to decline to answer any questions without judgement.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Khadeer Khan

Khadeer Khan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am driven by an unwavering commitment to sow seeds of hope and cultivate a garden of resilience. Every interaction is a chance to illuminate the path towards recovery with empathy and understanding.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Veronika Hoover

Veronika Hoover

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I draw from alternative and complementary sources to inform my therapeutic approach and integrate mind, body, spirit, and environment/nature connection into our sessions.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Saira Patino

Saira Patino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm casual, real, and I like to keep it light when I can. Talking to me is more like chatting with your homegirl—someone who truly listens, keeps it 100, and makes space for both deep convos and a few laughs.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Virginia Conesa

Virginia Conesa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Calabasas, CA


“I believe in the soul's impulse to be seen, felt, and healed. The therapeutic containment is essential and only through our relationship and trust...”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Creative, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Henrica Hoffmann

Henrica Hoffmann

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Together, we slow down enough to actually hear what your thoughts, emotions, and body are trying to tell you.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadia Seray-wurie

Nadia Seray-wurie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Welcome! Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is powerful, and I’m honored to welcome you to our practice.

I’m Nadia Seray-Wurie, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to delivering compassionate, top-tier psychiatric and medical care to individuals and families across our communities. We bring flexible, high-quality care directly to you—offering both in-person appointments and seamless telepsychiatry services. Together, we’ll build a personalized approach to your health so you can thrive.You don’t have to do this alone—we're here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yuka Suzuki

Yuka Suzuki

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients can better understand themselves, build insight, and develop practical tools for meaningful change.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Ali Anderson

Dr. Ali Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trained relational psychoanalyst which basically means, my goal is to be attuned to your thoughts and feelings while we explore your history and how we can improve your perception of yourself and improve your relationships.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Annie Vance

Dr. Annie Vance

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am curious, casual, warm, and interested in assessing your needs and providing resources to meet your goals.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ruth Her

Ruth Her

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should stay focused on your needs, your pace, and the goals that matter most to you.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brittney Cannizzaro

Brittney Cannizzaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I let the client lead, and very much am committed to the philosophy that the client is the expert on their own life.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Dr. Tamar Mckinley

Dr. Tamar Mckinley

Therapist

Virtual • California


I specialize in supporting women through major life transitions and personal shifts, as well as challenges related to boundaries, self-trust, self-worth, and emotional resilience. I also work with women who find themselves repeating unhelpful relational patterns or struggling with overwhelm, stress, and uncertainty. In my trauma work, I incorporate Brainspotting, a brain-body modality that helps process trauma, emotional stress, and experiences that may feel difficult to access through talk therapy alone. I also support clients navigating grief and loss in its many forms. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your ability to cope, and move toward healing and meaningful change in a way that feels sustainable.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Dr. Thai Le

Dr. Thai Le

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is evidence based, drawing from mindfulness, solution focused, and cognitive based therapies.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebekah Williams

Rebekah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I offer clients over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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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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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