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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 8,672 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.

Dr. Akira Olsen

Dr. Akira Olsen

Psychologist

Virtual • Burlingame, CA


“Her therapeutic approach is rooted in psychodynamic principles, while also integrating evidence-based practices.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Lori Richeson

Lori Richeson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize Cognitive Behavioral methods, and Communication model. I am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Maggie Reid

Maggie Reid

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My humanistic approach focuses on understanding each person's unique strengths and experiences while incorporating creative expression as a tool for healing.”
Aetna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ashley Gerken

Dr. Ashley Gerken

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and insight-oriented, balancing deep emotional work with practical tools for change.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Pierre Yeremia

Pierre Yeremia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm compassionate, relatable, and a good listener who wants you to feel genuinely understood not rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Heather Caiazzo

Heather Caiazzo

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, Heather here. LMFT in Florida & California. My mission in therapy is to create a space where you will feel safe enough to just be yourself. I understand how difficult it is to seek counseling, to open up and share your experiences and struggles with another person. Therapy is my passion and I have over 28 years providing positive, successful & attainable results with various clients.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Caleb Murray

Caleb Murray

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Redding, CA


Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I wake up every day excited to see my clients find the best versions of themselves. Free from the impact of trauma, depression, and anxiety. I meet clients where they are at and engage them in effective tools such as Brainspotting, CBT, and Gestalt therapy. I've worked with individuals, couples, and teens with great success and I'm eager to walk with you to your freedom.

Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Nazly Reyes

Nazly Reyes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is calm, compassionate, and collaborative. I aim to empower you with education and shared decision-making so you feel confident in your care.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Rebecca Heisler

Rebecca Heisler

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Deflorimonte

Michelle Deflorimonte

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I am dedicated to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Ava Kate Oleson

Ava Kate Oleson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a heartfelt commitment to creating a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jennifer Sandrock

Jennifer Sandrock

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is what's called integrative, which basically means I draw from different evidence-based methods to best support each person.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Ashley Cyronak

Ashley Cyronak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Ashley Cyronak is a board-certified Family Nurse practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse practitioner who is dedicated, compassionate, and diligent...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Melissa Olmedo

Melissa Olmedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping people access unknown creative parts of self and believe everyone deserves a space to truly be heard without judgment and with acceptance and care.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Kate Salami

Kate Salami

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide an inclusive, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space that welcomes people of all genders, sexual orientations, and religious backgrounds.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Makalah McElroy

Makalah McElroy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a person-centered and holistic lens. I understand that there are layers of you as an individual... all of which matter.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennique Simplice

Jennique Simplice

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Jenn is a dedicated and compassionate provider who makes the safety and wellbeing of her patient a top priority, she serves patients of all age populations.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jzeela Gheisar

Jzeela Gheisar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You deserve happiness, a fulfilling life, and I'd be honored to walk alongside your journey to discovery and change.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Valerie Castillo

Valerie Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and begin to heal from the effects of trauma.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maryann Reuter

Dr. Maryann Reuter

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I balance my care and compassion for you with asking deep and direct questions to support you seeing things differently than you have before.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Rosenberg

Angela Rosenberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


You’re doing everything “right”—staying active, showing up for others, pushing through—but you’re still stuck in your head. You overthink everything. You’re constantly anxious, tense, and on edge. Maybe you feel like you’re always performing—for your team, your job, your family—and you’re tired of carrying it all.

I specialize in working with athletes and active adults who struggle with anxiety, overthinking, burnout, and people-pleasing. Together, we create a space where you can finally breathe, feel grounded, and build emotional strength to match your physical drive.

My approach combines CBT, mindfulness, somatic therapy, and solution-focused strategies through my signature T.H.R.I.V.E. Method. We’ll work together to untangle old patterns, reconnect with your body, and build clarity and confidence from the inside out.

If you’re ready to feel more present, powerful, and mentally strong, I’d be honored to support you.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shana Aoyama

Shana Aoyama

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and flexible to suit your needs and strengths. You are the expert on your own life, and I contribute another perspective and strategies for meeting your goals.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Hensley

Michael Hensley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I never want anyone to feel alone, even when surrounded by love and blinded by self-hate, and help others avoid the darkness I experienced.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Fiona Simonian

Fiona Simonian

Therapist

Virtual • Glendale, CA


“I combine talk therapy with somatic (body-based) work to help clients understand both emotional experiences and nervous system responses.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Mayra Estrada

Mayra Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a warm, empathetic, and direct therapist who strives to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Dean

Leah Dean

Therapist

Virtual • Lake Forest, CA


“I'm continually driven by the belief that everyone has the potential for positive growth and change.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Bryan Hall

Bryan Hall

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Somatic Experiencing and EMDR address trauma stored in the body. A person w/PTSD or addiction cannot "think" their way out of it, or they would have done it already.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
John Rosas

John Rosas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, direct, and solution focused. I combine CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and coaching to help you understand your patterns and take meaningful action.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Gonzalez

Christine Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual • Huntington Beach, CA


Your goals are most important to me, but I do recommend goals when needed. I accept you just as you are. I will work together with you to achieve an improved quality of life. I have over 30 years experience working in mental health counseling, and 10 1/2 years as a licensed provider. In that time, I have learned to use a variety of modalities. I tailor the type of therapy to my client and to his/her needs, so I might introduce more than one type during our work together. The issues I work with most include depression, anxiety, and trauma, I am also certified in addiction recovery, and neurodivergent issues.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Julia Rose Polk

Julia Rose Polk

Therapist

Virtual • California


You've done meaningful therapeutic work and you're ready to go deeper. You're successful in the external markers of your life, but you know there's more—greater depth, connection, and purpose waiting for you. You've addressed foundational trauma, and now you want to explore subtler patterns: how you hold back in intimacy, the meanings you're searching for, the fuller expression of yourself you sense is possible. You may be curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy as a tool for profound insight. You're not dealing with crisis, but are looking for a guide who can support you in moving from survival to fully living in your wholeness.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Suha Albadawi

Suha Albadawi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Claremont, CA


“My focus is helping my clients feel better about themselves and work through their symptoms that brought them to therapy.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Jamie Harmon

Jamie Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I don't just listen — I help you identify patterns, challenge what's keeping you stuck, and build practical skills.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gigi Drummond

Gigi Drummond

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients feel heard, seen, and valued. Together, we have "conversations" that develop insight, examine strengths, and help them to set/achieve personal and professional goals.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Regina Olashege

Regina Olashege

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I listen closely and take time to understand your experiences so we can create a treatment plan that truly fits your needs.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Misty Batch

Misty Batch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The quality of the therapeutic relationship is extremely important when working on issues that are of concern.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Diamond Hines

Diamond Hines

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is direct but compassionate, blending CPT, CBT, DBT, IPT, REBT, and Family Systems approaches to create real, lasting change.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Lisa De La O

Lisa De La O

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, thoughtful space where clients feel understood, respected, and supported.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cathleen Vicini

Dr. Cathleen Vicini

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is 100% non-judgmental, warm, talkative, and strength-based, focusing on building trust, and a respectful relationship.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rosa Yeung

Dr. Rosa Yeung

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My passion for mental health stems from my own experiences growing up in an Asian culture where emotions and feelings were rarely discussed.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, 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.
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