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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Escondido, CA

Access mental healthcare in Escondido with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 6,999 licensed providers. With copays ranging from $0-$40 per session, you can connect with a provider for talk therapy or medication management through flexible in-person or virtual sessions.

Jesus Velazquez

Jesus Velazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Escondido, CA


“I use an integrative approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Adlerian principles, helping clients understand how thoughts, behaviors, and life experiences shape their current challenges while working toward meaningful,...”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Shaliss Padilla Lmft

Shaliss Padilla Lmft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • San Marcos, CA


I am Shaliss Padilla MA, LMFT, the Founder, CEO and Clinical Supervisor of group private practice MindbodyologyTM. I am also a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology. In addition, I am a Holistic Psychotherapist, (or what I have coined a MindbodyologistTM), also a Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Specialist. I offer live and online support groups and workshops for survivors of narcissitic abuse and toxic relationships.

Cigna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded

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Ronda Jacobs Lmft

Ronda Jacobs Lmft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • San Marcos, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and Lead Clinician. I received my Master of Arts from Western Kentucky University have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1996 and provided services in child welfare settings involving abused and neglected children and parents who experienced addiction, trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I also have years of experience working in a private practice setting, working with teens, adults, couples and active duty military. I also specialize in treating trauma and PTSD using EMDR.

Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach combines evidence-based medication management with psychodynamic and supportive principles.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Nicole Allison

Nicole Allison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“I offer unconditional positive regard to my clients and meet them where they're at to promote healing and growth.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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Elma Samantha Quintero

Elma Samantha Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Vista, CA


“I believe you are the expert of your own story—my role is to walk alongside you with compassion, encouragement, and respect.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Carolyn Millikin

Carolyn Millikin

Therapist

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


“My clients feel seen and understood following our sessions. They have new coping skills and are validated as they progress.”
Cigna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Leslie Weinstein

Leslie Weinstein

Therapist

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


“My practice is most likely different than what traditional therapy looks like. Integrating an existential approach with a psychodynamic lens, CBT, and EMDR, we will laugh, we will be real, we will work toward change.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Laurie Allen

Laurie Allen

Therapist

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


“It is my goal to make therapy feel both approachable and worthwhile. I show up as my authentic self--quirks and all--and expect my clients to do the same.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

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Roberto Netter

Roberto Netter

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Carlsbad, CA


“My job is to listen very carefully and accompany you as we uncover the sources of your pain and the patterns of beliefs that need correction.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Letty Cain Nissan

Letty Cain Nissan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I am a bilingual therapist who understands the nuances of both cultures, and I am passionate about creating a warm, compassionate space where clients feel truly seen and supported.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Brian Lamoreux

Brian Lamoreux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • San Diego, CA


Hi, I'm Brian! I'm a licensed counselor with a background in holistic medicine as well. I've worked with a variety of mental health concerns, with my primary specialty being treating trauma.

Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Bradford Noble

Bradford Noble

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • La Jolla, CA


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and empowering, grounded in multicultural counseling and social justice education...”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Kayo Imamura

Kayo Imamura

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I will meet you in these difficult places and we will walk together, helping you break through to find hope, power, connection and energy.”
Cigna + 13 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Margie Martin

Margie Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I still consider it a rare privilege to sit with clients in this work, especially those carrying grief, navigating a shifting health picture, or trying to rebuild a relationship that no longer fits the life they want.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

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Gloria Jardon

Gloria Jardon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have navigated a wide range of life events—from adolescence to college, complex relationships, infertility, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, the impact of COVID, being a first responder, racial discrimination, and career transitions.”
Cigna + 6 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Carson Jaffrey

Carson Jaffrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Maria Martinez

Maria Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. As a Mexican-American Latina and daughter of immigrant parents, I understand how culture, family expectations, and lived experiences can shape emotional well-being.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

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Gema Martir

Gema Martir

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Direct, Warm, Inquisitive and Critical questions that are focused on identity development in the family individual or couple system.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Ethan Messer

Ethan Messer

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“My approach to therapy is relational, and combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)...”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Energetic, Participatory, Warm

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Eileen Castro

Eileen Castro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I also have experience supporting men through substance use and recovery, helping them work through challenges and build a more grounded and fulfilling life.”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Frank

Eric Frank

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have a particular passion for working with active-duty military, veterans, first responders, and law enforcement...”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Thomas Spence

Thomas Spence

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I integrate EMDR, somatic therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, hypnotherapy, and trauma-focused interventions to support healing...”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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Talin Yesaie

Talin Yesaie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“My specialty and passion is providing trauma informed and culturally responsive support to empower others to meet their goals.”
Cigna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terence Shigg

Terence Shigg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“I want all of my clients to strenghten their personal development tools so that eventually they can become more self-aware and self-correcting.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Jennifer Vosacek

Jennifer Vosacek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I create an environment where you can face your discomfort without judgment. You will be able to work through your deepest fears, biggest traumas, and hardest decisions in my office.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Peggy Cohen

Peggy Cohen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have over 40 years of experience working with individuals and children experiencing depression, grief and life challenges.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Nuri Ohn

Nuri Ohn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, or ADHD when medications haven't worked well or have caused unwanted side effects.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lora Daniel

Lora Daniel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Temecula, CA


“I am a compassionate and collaborative therapist who works with children, teens, young adults, adults, and families.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Sandra Kieler

Sandra Kieler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Temecula, CA


“Her style is warm, goal-oriented, and client-centered with a focus on helping individuals strengthen communication, develop effective coping skills, and reconnect with their resilience.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Gemma Holmes

Gemma Holmes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Temecula, CA


“For 10+ years, I have sought to improve the lives of youth struggling with issues as varied as housing displacement, gender identity, suicidal ideation, & anger management...”
Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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Mika Heinonen

Mika Heinonen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Temecula, CA


Hey there—I'm Mika, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who's here for real talk and real support for adults and teens right here in Southern California. I've spent years helping people work through tough life events like trauma, addictions, ADHD, burnout from high-pressure jobs, anxiety, depression, and rocky relationships. What I love most is seeing folks step into their strength and build the life they want—I'm here to walk that path with you, no judgment, just genuine care.

Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach is personalized and collaborative. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about your psychiatric medications...”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Theresa Russell - Porta Verum Psychotherapy Services

Theresa Russell - Porta Verum Psychotherapy Services

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My own experience with therapy helped shape my interest in this work. While talk therapy benefited me in many ways, I sensed there was more beneath the surface...”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

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Paula Kettula

Paula Kettula

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I work with you as a whole person: mind, body, heart and soul. I believe that in the very pain we usually try to avoid is a kernel of healing, and my job is to help you find it.”
Cigna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Andrea Martin Vaz Antunes

Andrea Martin Vaz Antunes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Diego, CA


Hello, and welcome! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in San Diego, CA. I specialize in helping individuals overcome the lasting effects of childhood experiences, as well as present traumas they may be facing. I have worked with adults, children and families in a variety of settings. I have provided space for people during the toughest of life transitions while teaching them tools to cope with the overwhelming emotions of grief and trauma. I’d like to be there for you too!

Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Suzanne LaFleur

Suzanne LaFleur

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My goal is for clients to leave sessions with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence in their ability to create meaningful change.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Angelique Danza

Angelique Danza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Temecula, CA


“My goal is to meet you where you are, offer compassion without judgment, and help you move toward a life that feels more connected, balanced, and authentic.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noor Gorgees

Noor Gorgees

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I prioritize creating a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood without judgement.”
Cigna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Melhuse

Marissa Melhuse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Juan Capistrano, CA


“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, offering practical tools, fresh perspectives, and compassionate support to help ease the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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