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Top therapists in El Segundo, CA accepting new patients

El Segundo residents can access compassionate mental health care through Headway's network of 8,414 providers specializing in talk therapy and medication management. Whether you're in Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, or nearby neighborhoods, find warm and affirming providers with availability within two weeks. Join thousands who've discovered affordable, flexible care through our platform.

Betsy Cummings

Betsy Cummings

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I work to create a safe, empathic environment where we can explore your concerns at a pace that feels comfortable to you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cari Smulyan

Cari Smulyan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is that with each session a client leaves feeling seen, empowered and gained a more insight into themselves.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ligia Orellana

Ligia Orellana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I'm a first-generation Guatemalan-American, cis-gendered Latinx Therapist in Los Angeles and Torrance, California.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angele Caron

Angele Caron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I look at systemic understanding of behavior and language to examine perspective, separate one's core values from societal expectations, and create space for growth.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Berkeley, CA


“My treatment philosophy is an integrative one, combining evidence-based therapeutic interventions with the judicious use of medication.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julissa Miro Quesada

Julissa Miro Quesada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I deeply value cultural context and our innate need for human connection, authenticity, and belonging.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stuart Riskin

Stuart Riskin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I bring a grounded, compassionate approach to therapy that's shaped by decades of working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan and across diverse life experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Terri Faith

Dr. Terri Faith

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“Dr. Faith's style is collaborative, direct, challenging, warm, solution focused and deeply empathetic.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that we are all inherently kind, so I want to help people rediscover that aspect of their psyche.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Gadue

Richard Gadue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I have had the privilege of doing this work for more than 30 years, learning along the way and stopping only to learn more.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jack Irmas

Jack Irmas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“Therapy is not just about symptom relief. It's about waking up to yourself—especially the parts you've had to hide to survive.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Larissa Adler

Larissa Adler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I have been supporting adult women and adolescent girls for over a decade to develop new and more effective ways to respond to personal and interpersonal challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nakisa Emrani

Nakisa Emrani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“Within our therapeutic relationship, the exploration and insight into your feelings, thoughts and behaviors and their underlying meanings will provide clarity to you to make conscious choices towards fulfillment and a stronger sense of self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Lewin

Alexander Lewin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I have a special passion for working with artists and creative professionals as they wrestle with fears, fantasies, depressions, manias, and all the challenges not only of making art but of making a living through art.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Clay Crosby

Clay Crosby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I seek to provide clients a safe, non-judgmental place to express and explore their challenges, and help them to rediscover their talents, strengths and resources.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Alessandra Rizzotti

Alessandra Rizzotti

Therapist

In-person • 8.3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm a social worker in CA in person with virtual slots in MA and AZ who is passionate for caring for neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, artistic types with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and borderline personality disorder. I have lived experience of OCD and trauma. That means I've done a lot of internal work and I understand the folks who often feel misunderstood in a neurotypical world. Educated at CSUN with an MSW, I have specialties in CBT, ERP, EMDR, PE and DBT.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erin Scott-Haines

Erin Scott-Haines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Harbor City, CA


“I'm very direct- we'll get to the heart of the matter quickly. It's ok to feel scared and resistant- that's when the real healing begins.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maple Moriji

Maple Moriji

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“His calling is to specialize in treating clients who have struggled with issues related to cultural diversity and who have suffered from trauma while growing up (such as childhood sexual abuse).”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • West Hollywood, CA


“I believe that life is most satisfying when the relationships we have with our 'Self,' with 'Others,' and with our 'Family' are healthy and balanced.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Terence Ford

Dr. Terence Ford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My work is grounded in psychoanalytic theory and technique, which means we'll look beyond surface symptoms to understand what's shaping your inner experience and patterns in relationships.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimetha Petteway-Turner

Kimetha Petteway-Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lynwood, CA


“I believe that the foundations of effective therapy are a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominic Valdes

Dominic Valdes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly gay men, and offer a space that is culturally attuned and grounded in understanding the nuances of identity, intimacy, and relational dynamics.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Beatriz Gutierrez- Escalante

Beatriz Gutierrez- Escalante

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I am a Latina bilingual therapist with 15 years of professional mental health experience. I specialize in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, difficulties with acculturation, work stress and domestic violence. I work with children/adolescents, parents, couples and individuals. I Graduated from Pacific Oaks College with a Masters Degree in Marriage Family Therapy with specialization in Latino/a Family Studies. I am passionate about working with families.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Vela

Jonathan Vela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I pull from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you understand patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, but I also lean into a humanistic style, meaning I see you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.

I believe therapy should feel like a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up as you are. Whether we’re exploring your relationships, working through anxiety or depression, or identifying what really matters to you, my goal is to support your growth with curiosity, care, and clarity.

I also value realness, I’ll challenge you when it’s helpful, offer insight when you're stuck, and celebrate the progress you might overlook. You're the expert on your life; I’m here to help you reconnect with that truth and build the kind of change that lasts.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Karubian

Ashley Karubian

Therapist

In-person • 13 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


Growing up in California, Colorado and Tennessee concocted a Midwestern warmth with an open-mindedness and appreciation of our differences. These experiences gave me a curiosity for how humans develop in their environments and with their unique histories, leading me to pursue psychology.

I studied Political Science at Vanderbilt University before a seven year tenure in the corporate world. I am grateful for this experience as it has added depth and perspective to my work with clients. In 2014 I began my counseling psychology degree at The Wright Institute in Berkeley and then completed my training in San Francisco. My training journey encompassed internships at community mental health clinics, elementary and high schools, group therapy practices, and social service sites where I received intensive supervision in a variety of modalities. I regularly attend trainings and consult with colleagues to hone my craft and provide the best possible care.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I take a thoughtful, gentle, and honest approach to psychotherapy. We'll look beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the deeper patterns shaping your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriel Cooper

Gabriel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Camarillo, CA


“I am a sex-positive, kink-affirming, and trauma-focused therapist who identifies as part of the LGBTQ community.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I'm Dr. Jack Sample, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles offering psychodynamic, depth-oriented therapy at my office in Hollywood. My practice is informed by training and education in psychology, cultural anthropology, and nonfiction storytelling. I believe therapy is an opportunity to address the roots of suffering and support enduring change. My approach aims to cultivate capacities for thinking, feeling, and creativity to foster a greater sense of agency and aliveness.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristina Dawes

Cristina Dawes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • San Pedro, CA


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Megan Hanson

Megan Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I don't believe in the "bad seed". I think all people can thrive when the systems around them are thriving.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I focus on creating a down-to-earth, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can slow things down, talk honestly about what's going on, and start making sense of what's been feeling heavy or stuck.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Niki Payne

Niki Payne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also hold a degree in Mind-Body Psychology and am trained in clinical hypnotherapy. Before becoming a therapist, I spent over a decade working in digital marketing, which gives me unique insight into the stressors of fast-paced careers, identity development, and the challenge of balancing ambition with well-being.

I’ve worked with a diverse range of clients, including women navigating heartbreak or life transitions, professionals seeking purpose, and individuals healing from trauma, anxiety, or people-pleasing patterns. I’m passionate about helping people live with more intention and emotional freedom.

Therapy is personal, and I do my best to meet people where they are—with curiosity, compassion, and care. As someone who’s done a lot of personal healing work myself, I understand how vulnerable it can feel to ask for help. My goal is to create a space where you can be real, be seen, and make meaningful changes at your own pace.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Bartels

Carol Bartels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I know that seeking therapy can be scary! It is my desire to help you feel relaxed, understand what to expect...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Glatt

Vanessa Glatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can help unlock that potential.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amanda Welby

Amanda Welby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I will be curious to understand your struggles and your strengths. I will be present and focused on the goals you want to achieve.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Pierce

Eric Pierce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Hi I'm Eric. My clients describe me as easy to talk to, open, and compassionate. I see my role as unlocking the healer within you, developing a plan for change, and transforming new insights into lasting growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Allen

Jennifer Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I love mental health. I love listening to people and diving into the challenges my clients face on a daily basis. I am humbled with the invitation to join your journey, and help you learn how to help yourself. We all have the tools to undertake the obstacles that we encounter; sometimes we need someone to help us take a step back to find a different perspective. I appreciate the bravery and courage that it takes for each of my clients to let me into their lives and become vulnerable with me.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Fumie Yoshikawa

Fumie Yoshikawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I focus on helping clients understand the deeper patterns behind their emotions and relationships while building practical tools for everyday life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of El Segundo, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of El Segundo, CA
There are over 140 therapists in El Segundo, CA accepting new patients.
140+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 93%Relationship issues
  • 90%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 83%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 66%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 61%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 53%Providence Health Plan
  • 50%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 6%Farsi
  • 3%Armenian
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 26%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 63%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 4%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in El Segundo, CA

Searching for therapists in El Segundo starts with knowing what kind of support you want. People look for therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, and life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match your needs. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their approach, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, or support for specific life stages.

El Segundo is a smaller coastal city, so nearby in-person options may be more limited than in larger parts of Los Angeles County. Virtual therapy can expand your search while still letting you choose a therapist licensed in California. You may also want to compare appointment availability, scheduling flexibility, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you understand communication style, session structure, and what the therapist focuses on in care.

Therapy in El Segundo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with many insurance plans, and you can verify your benefits and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront. You can browse therapists, review profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.

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