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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Escondido, CA

Access quality mental health support through Aetna in Escondido with Headway's extensive network of 8,948 providers. Sessions start with free consultations, copays are as low as $0, and providers offer both talk therapy and medication management.

Gustav Helzberg

Gustav Helzberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kentfield, CA


“It turns out our pain and problems are alchemized when we uncover compassion for our ailing parts (rather than avoid or distract ourselves from them).”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Ericka Brown

Ericka Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, and develop skills to decrease the impact of mental health symptoms.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Stacey Bottex

Stacey Bottex

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I see you as a whole person, both mind and body, and use a variety of methods to improve your quality of life.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Elita Hamala Shalkevich

Elita Hamala Shalkevich

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer supportive, yet direct feedback designed to move you towards finding solutions to your troubles.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kasha Johnson

Kasha Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • La Mirada, CA


“I believe that therapy is not about "fixing" but about understanding, creating space for self-awareness, healing, and growth.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Jennifer Mullane

Jennifer Mullane

Therapist

Virtual • Alameda, CA


“I believe the best therapeutic relationships are built on genuine connection, trust, and the freedom to be fully yourself without fear of judgment.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Erin Hamer

Erin Hamer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I really enjoy my work and look forward to helping people learn more about themselves as they navigate through the world.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Fabiola Rodriguez-Cordova

Fabiola Rodriguez-Cordova

Therapist

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


I am a bilingual therapist who speaks Spanish and English. I specialize in the treatment anxiety and mood disorders. I offer a warm and safe environment. I offer telehealth and in-person sessions.

Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Nora O'Connor

Nora O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring both clinical training and the wisdom of lived experience to every session, so you feel genuinely understood.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Trinh Reyes

Trinh Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I integrate a holistic range of evidence-based methods and tools to ensure a comprehensive and personalized approach to therapy.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Dr. Larkin Hoyt

Dr. Larkin Hoyt

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is about transforming your relationship with yourself, fostering more kindness toward both yourself and others.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Sangel

Marie Sangel

Therapist

Virtual • Placentia, CA


“I am a strong advocate for the inherent human need for meaningful communication, a sense of steady ground, and the comforting reassurance that we are not alone.”
Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brittany Johnson

Brittany Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vimmi Jaggi

Vimmi Jaggi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Vimmi has been working to assist South Asian patients with empowering self, improving self-esteem and breaking patterns: cultural, generational or circumstantial...”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Alexander

Michael Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to creating a safe environment to bolster feelings of confidence in a healing environment.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Leticia Reed

Leticia Reed

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize an eclectic approach and direct approach to treatment where treatment is tailored to the unique and sensitive needs to each individual while challenging each client with patience to achieve their treatment goals.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Stadler

Mary Stadler

Therapist

Virtual • California


With 20 years of experience as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in

supporting parents of neurodivergent children, working with neurodivergent teens, and helping

adults navigate life’s challenges such as depression, anxiety, and identity.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rajinder Basra

Rajinder Basra

Therapist

Virtual • California


I genuinely care about the people I work with. I became a therapist later in life to give back after my own healing journey transformed me and my marriage. Clients describe me as compassionate but direct. I will go in the trenches with you, hold your hand, address what’s keeping you stuck, and help you create real, lasting change. My greatest reward is seeing clients step out of survival mode and into self-trust, peace, and connection.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Connie Murcia

Connie Murcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work closely with my clients via joining them on their journey and provide an encouraging environment via a psychodynamic approach...”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Darecia Miller-McCant

Darecia Miller-McCant

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think it is an honor and privilege to be a part of people's life's journey to find positive solutions that improve their psychological and emotional wellbeing.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Melanie Gutierrez-Daher

Melanie Gutierrez-Daher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and holistic, with a touch of humor when appropriate.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Patty Jaime

Patty Jaime

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everything you need to thrive is already within you. I will help you understand your challenges, unlock your strengths...”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Melissa Coello

Melissa Coello

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a licensed clinician with experience providing individual, couples, and co-parenting counseling. I hold a Master's in Social Work, and I'm licensed in both Texas and California.

My clinical background is eclectic—I draw from multiple modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and tailor my approach to each client's needs rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all method.

I specialize in working with individuals navigating major life transitions and those experiencing anxiety, burnout, or relational stress.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Ashinee Reynolds

Ashinee Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in supporting actors, musicians, and other creative professionals in the entertainment industry who want to heal beneath the surface and reconnect with their purpose.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Anita Vaccaro

Anita Vaccaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is grounded in the understanding that while every individual is unique, we all share fundamental human needs.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Elise Lovelace

Elise Lovelace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Client-centered, solution-focused, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral therapies to get you free whatever you feel is keeping you stuck.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Dr. Rosa Di Lorenzo

Dr. Rosa Di Lorenzo

Psychologist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I am a warm caring therapist who will relate to you as a whole person, and not a set of diagnostic descriptors.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Nisenbaum

Heather Nisenbaum

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring real-world experience from medical and psychiatric settings, blending practical problem-solving with the understanding that lasting change comes from a strong, ongoing therapeutic relationship.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Jack Gallagher

Jack Gallagher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a humanistic, collaborative approach to help clients feel supported and empowered as they navigate life's challenges.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Aasiyah Hill

Aasiyah Hill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help individuals and couples deepen intimacy, navigate sexual concerns, and reconnect with their bodies.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie O'Mara

Natalie O'Mara

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, interactive, and collaborative. I'm not a therapist who will sit idly or tell you what to do.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Andrade

Victoria Andrade

Therapist

Virtual • California


Being vulnerable and allowing yourself to seek support when needed is a sign of strength. Together in therapy, we can continue to build on those strengths and learn to create a life worth living. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with specialization in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and training in different therapeutic modalities. I have had the privilege of working with children, families, and adults in all stages of life in both outpatient and inpatient settings who are having mental health difficulties with everyday stressors, life/stage transitions, mental illness, and terminal illness.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Lynn Repasky

Lynn Repasky

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy can be the best gift that one can give themselves and that therapy does not "fix" things - no one is "broken"”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Corine Ramos

Corine Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand the unique challenges women face in today's society and recognize the importance of addressing societal and cultural expectations and gender roles that can often limit women's sense of self and personal fulfillment.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Hong

Jacqueline Hong

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Jacqueline Hong, LMFT. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with adults with undiagnosed/diagnosed ADHD. I also work with disorders comorbid with ADHD, such as anxiety, panic, and depression with anxious features.

Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Michelle Liu

Michelle Liu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is Holistic and Cultural sensitive, with individually tailored goals that address Mind, Body, and Spirit Wellness.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Kelly Lynch

Kelly Lynch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real conversation. Therapy and medication management shouldn't feel cold or clinical.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Cecilia Ibarra

Cecilia Ibarra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Monrovia, CA


“I provide a warm, supportive space where we work together to help you feel more grounded, get clarity, and move toward greater balance in your daily life.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosanna Salazar

Rosanna Salazar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients have shared that I'm a great match for those who are feeling overwhelmed, are burdened by feelings of disappointment or failure, need a safe space to process racial trauma and microgressions...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Alexandra Hansen-Ankerstar

Alexandra Hansen-Ankerstar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orange, CA


“I believe in creating a safe space for client's to discuss things that are difficult and may have not been said out loud before.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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