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

Headway connects El Cajon residents with Cigna-covered mental healthcare providers for talk therapy and medication management. With 6,939 providers nationwide and copays around $30, you can access care virtually or in-person while focusing on your wellbeing.

Melissa Henson

Melissa Henson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and a collaborative process. I utilize a combination of trauma-informed, person-centered, and attachment-based approaches.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sabrina Griswold

Sabrina Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based therapies while recognizing that no two people have the same story.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Urania Acevedo

Dr. Urania Acevedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be both compassionate and productive, and that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Vickie Medina

Vickie Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel safe, collaborative, and empowering. Supporting emotional healing and identity development is deeply meaningful to me.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Juan Diaz

Juan Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing occurs when someone feels truly seen and understood—without pressure to "fix" themselves immediately.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Alexander Sanchez

Alexander Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help you identify unhelpful thought patterns while building greater awareness and self-compassion.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tope Onikeku

Tope Onikeku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe it is important to take the time to fully assess your concerns, listen carefully to your story, and identify the underlying issues so we can create a plan of care that is personalized to your needs.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Hamilton To

Hamilton To

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist who values creating a safe, nonjudgmental space for growth.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Adriana Tapia Cuevas

Adriana Tapia Cuevas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelus Dupree

Angelus Dupree

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of CRiY Therapeutic Services: Cultivating Resilience in You. I specialize in helping individuals navigate stress, trauma, grief, and emotional challenges using varying approaches that build resilience and leads to lasting change as you journey to renew your mind. I provide support to individuals 13 yrs and up, couples, and families. I also provide support to individuals living with chronic pain including sickle cell anemia, long term disease, and individuals struggling with varying life challenges.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Estelle Collins

Estelle Collins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked with Veterans, children as young as 4 years old, those that have been diagnosed with cancer and those dealing with postpartum and parenthood, to name a few areas.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Jean-Claire Peltier

Jean-Claire Peltier

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with adults and young adults who are, by most measures, doing fine - but privately feel like they're running on fumes.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Enedina Saiz

Enedina Saiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their healing process.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Karishma Bendale

Karishma Bendale

Therapist

Virtual • California


I completed my Master's in Counseling Psychology at The Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA. I have over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field varying from community youth work, psychiatric inpatient nursing, and counseling. I became licensed as a Marriage & Family Therapist in April 2023, accruing over 4 years of experience providing psychotherapy to clients in the LGBTQ and immigrant communities navigating mood, identity, and relationships.

Cigna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaye Brewer

Shaye Brewer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and other modalities to help them learn how to recognize and change unhealthy or painful patterns in their lives.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
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...”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Dr. Dawnmarie Risley

Dr. Dawnmarie Risley

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“Dr. Risley is committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where patients can work toward healing and meaningful change in their lives.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Marc Sherman

Marc Sherman

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I offer a collaborative approach to therapy where client and therapist work together to find solutions and alternatives to seeing life through a different lens and perspective.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Future Ogbebor

Future Ogbebor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meredith Craig

Meredith Craig

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and I'm passionate about guiding people toward healthier relationships using solution focused techniques.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Andrew Harris

Dr. Andrew Harris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Providing patients with the best tools and resources to overcome their most challenging obstacles is a passion of mine.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Nichols

Kristen Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have my Bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Social Work. I specialized in military and veteran's mental health in addition to children, youth and families during my graduate studies. I have worked in a wide variety of settings including elementary schools, family law, dependency, foster care, and private practice. I specialize in trauma including childhood, divorce, and family issues.

Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Kusmulyana

Jonathan Kusmulyana

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive space where you can feel comfortable being open and heard.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Stress management
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Yasaman Sharifi

Yasaman Sharifi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience and background working with children, teens, adults, couples, families...”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Karen Moroness

Karen Moroness

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Professionally, I have worked with children, families as well as survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Erika Michel

Erika Michel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a first generation Latinx/e, bilingual, and LGBTQ+ affirming therapist creating space for clients to experience radical self-compassion...”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Curran

Patrick Curran

Therapist

Virtual • Red Bluff, CA


“I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I am also certified in EMDR to better help people deal with past traumas.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Chloé Wei

Chloé Wei

Therapist

Virtual • California


My Website: weiwellbeing.com

Hi, I’m Chloé Wei, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic#133073). I believe that at our core, we all have a deep need to be seen, heard, and understood. For the past nine years, my work has been rooted in the belief that the relationship between therapist and client is the most powerful tool for healing.

Whether you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the exhaustion of new parenthood, or the shifting tides of a major life transition, you don’t have to carry it alone. Together, we will create a space where you can feel safe enough to be authentic, vulnerable, and ultimately, empowered!

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emmanuel Ifemazi

Emmanuel Ifemazi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care should be respectful, non-judgmental, and empowering, and I strive to create a space where you feel heard and supported.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I practice what I call empathetic psychiatry: care that is clinically thorough while remaining deeply responsive to your emotional needs and personal story.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Andrea Hall Stachniewicz

Andrea Hall Stachniewicz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach my clinical work through a systemic lens, recognizing how socio political and institutional factors shape identity, mental health, and access to care.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Lizzet Monroy

Lizzet Monroy

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and received my Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Los Angeles. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 7 years. My practice helps individuals who have experience trauma. I have experience in various therapy modalities including, EMDR, Mindfulness, mind-body awareness, Evidence-Based practices, among others; addressing issues surrounding depression, anxiety, PTSD and many other mental health conditions.

Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Cassandra Medina

Cassandra Medina

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Chicana therapist with over 10 years of experience, I bring a deep understanding of how culture, identity, and family values shape who we are and how we move through the world.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Virrueta

Kimberly Virrueta

Therapist

Virtual • California


It's a Blessing to Meet You!

I have a passion for Christian counseling during cancer or grief. I will walk alongside you to help you focus on Christ, experience peace, and build resilience so you can weather this storm. As a Christian counselor, I use Biblical principles, scriptures, and evidence-based therapy interventions to help reduce anxiety & depression symptoms, shift you into a hope-filled mindset, and add coping skills to your tool box. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.

Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Celina Hernandez

Celina Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a Solution-Focused Therapy Approach to address immediate life challenges, setting specific attainable goals and helping you achieve them within a reasonable amount of time.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jan Covyeau

Jan Covyeau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you better understand yourself and your relationships.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Frank

Steven Frank

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in trauma work and am certified in EMDR, helping adults and older adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or worn down by patterns that no longer serve them.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Creative, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carole Doherty

Carole Doherty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy should reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, cope with current stressors, resolve conflicts, and replace dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors with healthy empowering beliefs.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Dr. Judy Weiss

Dr. Judy Weiss

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I view psychotherapy as a human relationship. The most fundamental part of my work is to enable you to feel supported and understood...”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Carolyn Wesson

Carolyn Wesson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“You'll find me relaxed, warm, and accepting. I am highly successful in saving marriages in which there's been an affair...”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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