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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Gardena, CA

Headway connects Gardena residents with Aetna-covered therapy and medication management services, offering flexible scheduling and an average savings of 75% on sessions. With providers available within two weeks and free intake consultations, starting your mental health journey is accessible and convenient.

Dr. Alexander Bacher

Dr. Alexander Bacher

Psychologist

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


Dr. Bacher is a holistic, trauma-informed psychologist with over 15 years experience working at many of the top residential treatment centers in the U.S. and Europe. He specializes in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and addiction. Dr. Bacher completed his undergraduate work in Psychology at Georgetown University, and his Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. His dissertation research focused on Positive Psychology--specifically meaning making--and how to cultivate positive strengths in individuals.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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Stacey Widger

Stacey Widger

Therapist

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


“I have experienced the transformative power of psychotherapy, and I am passionate about helping my clients experience it for themselves.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm

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Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

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


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynne Virgil

Lynne Virgil

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Marina del Rey, CA


“I lead with warmth, genuine care and a strong desire to see and hear you from the deepest possible level.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Leah Turano

Leah Turano

Therapist

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


“I incorporate the deeper aspects of clients' history, personality, aspirations and context to assist unlocking their potential for living a fully expressed life.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Christiane Soehnlein

Christiane Soehnlein

Therapist

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


“I believe therapy is not about "fixing" you, but about understanding yourself more deeply, changing patterns that no longer serve you...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Sumner

Erin Sumner

Therapist

In-person • 10 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I treat adults, specializing in relationships, trauma, stress, workplace conflict, anxiety, sexual abuse/assault, family dynamics, divorce, life changes, & personal crises.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Physical health issues
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Ashley Karubian

Ashley Karubian

Therapist

In-person • 12 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“My style is warm, curious, and relational. I won't sit silently and leave you wondering what I'm thinking, but I also don't believe my job is to tell you how to live your life.”
Aetna + 2 others
Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ma Victoria Martin

Ma Victoria Martin

Therapist

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


It takes real courage to take this first step toward prioritizing your mental health, and I want to honor that. Beginning therapy can feel vulnerable, unfamiliar, or even intimidating, and I understand that. Maybe you’ve spent a long time in survival mode, developing ways of coping that helped you get through hard experiences but may no longer serve you. That can show up as disconnecting from yourself or others, struggling with boundaries, or carrying a story about yourself shaped by cultural or relational expectations. Wherever you are, we can start exactly where you are.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm

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Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Fremont, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ani Krecker

Ani Krecker

Therapist

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


“I operate using an eclectic approach - support in a manner that is tailored or individualized to each person.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm

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Megan Hanson

Megan Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 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.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I believe mental health care requires a multifaceted and holistic approach to treatment, addressing various aspects of an individual's life.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
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.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Jonathan Mozenter

Jonathan Mozenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“Therapy affords the individual an opportunity to engage a range of life's challenges with a curious eye and in a safe and nurturing environment.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Amber Mitchell

Amber Mitchell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“I am committed to the practice of being open-minded and non-judgmental, no pressure no matter the situation.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Kelly Van Amberg

Kelly Van Amberg

Therapist

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


“Kelly utilizes a directive and interactive approach in therapy. She believes the you are the expert in you own experiences...”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Heather Jensen

Dr. Heather Jensen

Psychologist

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


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Dr. Shirin Tabib

Dr. Shirin Tabib

Therapist

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


“I am direct, engaged, and highly attuned. I will notice patterns, ask meaningful questions, and guide you toward clarity.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

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


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
Aetna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Scarlett Quenette Budinich

Scarlett Quenette Budinich

Therapist

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


“I'm a nurturing and calming presence, and despite my professionalism I'm not afraid to joke and laugh with you.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Bernstein

Hannah Bernstein

Therapist

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


“I'm warm, direct, and a little bit stubborn about hope. I'll listen closely and I'll tell you the truth as I see it.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Dr. Yeva Ghrjyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Encino, 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.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yara Mawad

Yara Mawad

Therapist

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


“I believe therapy is about more than simply managing symptoms, it's about understanding where your patterns come from, becoming more aware of what's happening beneath the surface, and learning how to respond differently.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Larissa Adler

Larissa Adler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 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.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 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.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shana Bujake

Shana Bujake

Therapist

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


Shana Bujake is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. She specializes in working with individuals who are recovering from narcissistic abuse, navigating life transitions, or struggling with relationship challenges and self-worth.

With a strong background in trauma-informed care, she provides a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, gain clarity, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Her work is deeply rooted in helping clients build resilience and create meaningful change in their lives.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Katie Kellogg

Katie Kellogg

Therapist

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


“I enjoy working with creatives, the LGBTQ+ community, adolescents aged 15+, young adults, and folks who find themselves "starting over" in middle age.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cari Smulyan

Cari Smulyan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 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.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

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Dominic Valdes

Dominic Valdes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 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.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Matthew Porter

Matthew Porter

Therapist

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


Hello and welcome to my psychotherapy practice. My name is Matthew and I have been practicing as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in San Francisco and Los Angeles for over twenty years. I honor diversity and inclusion and provide a curious, non-judgmental space for reflection, healing and transformation. As a therapist, I bring a mix of pragmatic feedback and practical skills development to empower my clients to grow and change. As an Attachment-Focused EMDR therapist, I support clients with PTSD and interpersonal trauma to heal and become more present. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and Drama Therapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco and I serve individuals, couples, families, youth, and the LGBTQ community.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Luis Vallejo

Luis Vallejo

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I navigate the expanding and evolving field of psychiatry and it's intersection with psychodynamic theory.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Alex Iroha

Alex Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My approach is practical, collaborative, and individualized. I want to understand what is actually happening in your day-to-day life—not simply check off a list of symptoms.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Allan Sadac

Allan Sadac

Therapist

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


“From our work, I hope you leave every session with more clarity and direction about the changes you can influence and bring you closer to the life you are wanting.”
Aetna + 10 others
Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Randall Cox

Randall Cox

Therapist

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


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported while working together to identify strengths, build effective coping strategies, and foster meaningful, lasting change.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Stacy Hajarian

Stacy Hajarian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy. Because lasting change usually requires both structure and depth.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Terri Faith

Dr. Terri Faith

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“Dr. Faith's style is collaborative, direct, challenging, warm, solution focused and deeply empathetic.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Karyn Harmon

Karyn Harmon

Psychologist

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


“I provide therapy to individuals, children, couples, and families to help them to find the best solutions to their problems.”
Aetna + 8 others
Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Greenbaum

Hannah Greenbaum

Psychologist

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


“My style is warm, curious, and direct, with an emphasis on helping clients better understand themselves and build a life that feels meaningful and manageable.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

Aetna 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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