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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.

Rachael Young-Reni

Rachael Young-Reni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am warm, non-judgmental, and supportive. I use various modalities and approaches depending on what is going on in your life and your stated goal.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Nadine Mejia

Nadine Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal with therapy is to provide a safe and open space to process and prioritize a growth mindset. I tailor my therapeutic approach to best match the needs of the client and truly believe in promoting acceptance. Some modalities I have experience with and may incorporate into therapy are Acceptance Compassion Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Client-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Here-and-now Counseling, Trauma-Informed, and Holistic. I have a passion for working with individuals who are looking to unpack complex emotions and experiences that have shaped their understanding of the world.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Marcaida

Anthony Marcaida

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Your first session is a comfortable, judgment-free assessment where we focus on you—your experiences, your goals, and what matters most right now.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Mandana Ghalebi

Mandana Ghalebi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients identify the thought patterns and behaviors keeping them stuck, and build practical, sustainable tools to move forward.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Black

Robert Black

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is deeply empathic and collaborative — I believe real progress starts with real trust, so I focus on building a warm, non-judgmental relationship from our very first session.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Eliza Haury

Eliza Haury

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, curiosity, compassion, and a genuine respect for the courage it takes to be vulnerable.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Adam Korick

Adam Korick

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe the best mental health care begins with listening. My goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and involved in every treatment decision.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Daniela Morse

Daniela Morse

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that true healing cannot happen in isolation; it flourishes through the experience of deep connection.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Claudia Sanchez

Claudia Sanchez

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, empathetic, and collaborative space where clients feel heard, validated, and supported.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Betsy Harris

Betsy Harris

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you’re carrying trauma, anxiety, or depression, you’ve found a warm and steady place to start. I’m a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and mindfulness has been a deeply important part of my own life and my work for nearly 30 years. Over the years, I’ve completed intensive meditation training in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the United States, experiences that have profoundly shaped how I understand healing, presence, and the connection between mind and body. I’d be honored to bring all of that to you.

Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Rosie Portillo Garcia

Rosie Portillo Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 9+ years of experience supporting adults navigating depression, anxiety, grief, peer pressure, bullying, body image concerns, anger, and self‐harm. I also provide compassionate support to adults, couples, and families facing life transitions, relationship strain, trauma, and patterns that impact mental health and well‐being. My approach is grounded in empathy, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration, with the goal of helping clients strengthen resilience and improve their quality of life.

Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Michelle Johnson

Michelle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newport Beach, CA


“My approach is attachment-focused and trauma-informed, drawing on EMDR, somatic therapy to help clients not just talk about their struggles, but truly feel different in their relationships and daily lives.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Cheyenne Miller

Cheyenne Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel comfortable being yourself...”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Oriane Rosenthal

Oriane Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I view myself as a compassionate guide - not as an expert or authority - whose work and collaborative presence will allow us to uncover your wisdom and reconnect to your true self beneath the hurts and adaptations.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Angela Dixon

Angela Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, relationship issues, trauma and abuse.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Alexander Sanchez

Alexander Sanchez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orange, CA


Alex is a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He brings over 10 years of experience and received his education with honors from UCLA and CSULB. He is an expert in the assessment and treatment of ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and more.

Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Sandra Viramontes

Sandra Viramontes

Therapist

Virtual • Covina, CA


Hello, my name is Sandra, I’m a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I offer both video and in-person sessions, including Sunday’s. I started my journey with Mental Health Services, 2015 since then, I have had the privilege to work with all populations beginning with adolescents to older adults. I enjoy working with individuals, families and couples. I am trained to utilize a broad range of therapeutic modalities in order, to address here-and-now real-life stressors and trauma.

Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Melissa Bagwell

Dr. Melissa Bagwell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Apple Valley, CA


“Clients often describe my style as warm, supportive, and infused with humor, which helps create a safe space for exploration and growth.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Monica Benitez

Monica Benitez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe healing begins with connection, and my goal is to build a collaborative relationship where you feel comfortable sharing your concerns and empowered to move toward meaningful change.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Dr. Davidson Etoamaihe

Dr. Davidson Etoamaihe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a safe, judgment-free space.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Bronwyn Schweigerdt

Bronwyn Schweigerdt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I personally have experienced many sub-par therapists, and I know the importance of attunement, listening, and validation.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Eva Okatcha

Eva Okatcha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I use a holistic, individualized approach to treatment, including therapy and medication management.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Lisa Jonsson

Dr. Lisa Jonsson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I empower clients with workplace stress, relationship, parenting and other stressors, by optimizing coping strategies, and providing a warm, safe, non-judgmental, space.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Jamisyn Atlas

Jamisyn Atlas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“Living in conflict with ourselves can create deep emotional pain, making it crucial that we treat ourselves with loving kindness instead of criticism or blame.”
Cigna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhea Arias

Rhea Arias

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Encino, CA


“Clients often describe my style as warm, clear, and empowering. I work especially well with adults and adolescents from diverse backgrounds, immigrant, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent communities.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Brandie Wong

Brandie Wong

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Your best self is already within you; Sometimes all it takes is support and a gentle nudge to reconnect with that inner strength.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Taiann Knetge

Taiann Knetge

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive, affirming space where Black women can show up fully as themselves—without having to educate or code-switch.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lani Espinas

Lani Espinas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will hold you accountable, challenge you, and give you homework since I don't believe 45 mins a week is sufficient to rectify lifelong patterns.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Phyu Htut

Phyu Htut

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each of us are expert in our lives and my goal in therapy is to support people finding meaning and purpose in their lives by providing safe and non-judgement space.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chase Christensen

Chase Christensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Working with clients who have trauma, depression, ADHD, and Bipolar are areas I am very comfortable with and would consider a strength of mine.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Rhonda Holmes

Rhonda Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 10 years of trauma‐informed experience, I provide inclusive, culturally humble, and affirming therapy with a focus on relationships and postpartum mental health.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Jenifer Martinez

Jenifer Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and structured. I believe therapy should provide a safe space to explore your experiences, identify meaningful goals, and develop practical steps toward positive change.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ke Liu

Ke Liu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“His main goal is to help clients move from a state of helplessness to one of resilience and clarity.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Helen Ntung

Helen Ntung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Compton, CA


“I work with individuals who want clarity, stability, and a plan that makes sense for their real life, not just something that works on paper.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
John Andersen

John Andersen

Therapist

Virtual • El Dorado Hills, CA


“My mission is to provide a supportive, nurturing environment where individuals, couples, and families can embark on a journey of healing, growth, and deeper connection.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Christina Georgescu

Christina Georgescu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is conversational, collaborative, and rooted in compassion, because I believe therapy works best when it is built on a genuine human connection.”
Cigna + 3 others
Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mitzy Ruelas

Mitzy Ruelas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize the therapeutic relationship. Without a trusting therapeutic relationship, it is nearly impossible for clients to feel safe doing the work.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Bode

Shannon Bode

Therapist

Virtual • California


I support teens, adults, and families who are navigating life transitions, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, and the lasting impact of difficult or traumatic experiences. Whether you are feeling disconnected from yourself, struggling to break painful relational patterns, or simply trying to find steadiness during a difficult season of life, therapy can become a space where healing and clarity begin to emerge.

Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Kesha Saucier

Kesha Saucier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I 'am a double board-certified Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry and Primary Care...”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Christian Noel Evangelista

Christian Noel Evangelista

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to be fully present with my patients by listening closely and truly empathizing with their concerns.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, 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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