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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.

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 + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

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
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 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.

Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

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


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
Aetna + 13 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
James Dvorak

James Dvorak

Therapist

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


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and those exploring questions around identity, belonging, and connection.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Alena Cabrero

Alena Cabrero

Therapist

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


Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I’m a warm and compassionate therapist with several years of experience working in mental health. I hold a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and work with people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply wanting to understand themselves more deeply. I take a collaborative approach, tailoring our sessions to your unique needs and goals. My priority is creating a space where you feel supported, seen, and safe to explore whatever comes up.

Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Sandra Smith

Sandra Smith

Psychologist

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


I am a clinical psychologist with over 3 decades of experience treating a wide array of populations and presenting issues. My practice today consists of adults and couples. I choose my treatment approach for each client based on their needs and expectations. In addition to my clinical practice, I am a Master Lecturer at the University of Southern California in the Marriage and Family Therapy program.

Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous

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.

Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Vela

Jonathan Vela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 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.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jung Hwan Hyun

Jung Hwan Hyun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“My goal is to get you back up on your feet again without having to feel burdened by your mental health.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Ira Israel

Ira Israel

Therapist

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


“My style is authentic, compassionate, and solution-focused. Together we will clarify what is going on, identify what matters most to you, and outline practical steps to help you overcome your problems.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Adriana Garcia

Adriana Garcia

Therapist

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


“I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) foundation while integrating relational, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 13 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.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Gleason

Brian Gleason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I bring 20 years of experience in many areas of therapy including LGBT specializations, drug/alcohol issues specialization, and a client centered approach

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Angelica Cano

Angelica Cano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Alhambra, CA


My name is Angelica Cano I am a licensed mental health therapist, LCSW, with over 6 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. My goal with each of my clients is to create a welcoming environment where they can begin their own healing journey. I believe each person can create positive changes for themselves through education, community, support and encouragement. As a first-generation Mexican American college graduate, I am passionate about helping the Latin-o/a/x community across every challenge life brings.

Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

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
Gabriel Cooper

Gabriel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Camarillo, CA


“I am a sex-positive, kink-affirming, and trauma-focused therapist who identifies as part of the LGBTQ community.”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
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
Dr. Artin Baghramian

Dr. Artin Baghramian

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


My name is Artin Baghramian, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Atwater Village.

My training has taken me across a wide range of settings: a college campus, a community mental health clinic, an older adult clinic, and a forensic environment. I have also completed advanced postgraduate training in psychodynamic psychotherapy. Working across these contexts has shaped my ability to sit with people from all walks of life, whatever they are carrying.

Updated 8/28/26

Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Lewin

Alexander Lewin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 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.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Norwalk, CA


“I will utilize a person-centered approach by providing unconditional positive regard and implementing active listening and supportive reflection to establish trust and build therapeutic rapport.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Iris King

Iris King

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My goal is to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves by exploring the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and body.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Melvald

Rachel Melvald

Therapist

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


“I am a goal-oriented, collaborative, and direct therapist who offers practical tools and reflective insight to help you move forward.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Amanda Welby

Amanda Welby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 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.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maya Beach

Dr. Maya Beach

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • La Mirada, CA


I’ll help you develop self-awareness, emotional resilience, and meaningful connection. We will seek to understand how your unique past contributes to who you are in the present. My goal is to help clients identify goals that will help them increase their self-understanding, emotion regulation, and relational satisfaction.

Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Identity issues, OCD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassondra Del Rosario

Cassondra Del Rosario

Therapist

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


Hi, Im Cassondra Del Rosario or Cassie is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have a Master’s Degree in Developmental Psychology from Azusa Pacific University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University. I am trained in EMDR to support and help those heal from their trauma.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma
Challenging, Direct, Humorous

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yara Mawad

Yara Mawad

Therapist

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


“My approach is both compassionate and direct. I help clients slow down and understand the "why" behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while also offering practical tools to create meaningful change.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Benitez

Denise Benitez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My work has focused on adolescents, children in foster care, family systems, domestic violence/trauma, couples therapy/relationship issues, ethnic minority mental health and LGBTQ clients.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Destinee Torres

Destinee Torres

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“I strive for every patient to leave each visit feeling empowered, hopeful, and confident in the path ahead.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Emma Ocampo

Emma Ocampo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Alhambra, CA


“My practice is grounded in compassion and strengths-based principles, and I firmly believe in client voice and choice.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophia Bicos

Sophia Bicos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


I'm a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in private practice in the Los Angeles area.

I received my Master’s Degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, California, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Southern California. I'm committed to expanding my knowledge and training, which has included workshops and trainings on treating trauma in children, adults, and older populations, as well as trainings on attachment, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ADHD, and working with couples.

I've worked with clients in recovery from chemical addiction, people dealing with chronic mental illness such as schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder, and couples and individuals working through issues of infertility, adoption, family building and life transitions.

Regardless of the age of my client, whether I'm working with a 25 year old struggling with career options, or married couples facing the challenge of dealing with infertility, or an individual in her 70s facing the difficult transitions that come with aging, my approach always begins from a humanistic core, filled with respect, compassion and consideration. In this search for a meaningful, integrated life, I work to help my clients make their own decisions, find their own happiness, and deepen their own relationships with health and vitality. It's your process. You may be struggling to find your way back to a life you once enjoyed, or you may be seeking a path of discovery for a life you want to live. I want to help.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Melinda Nabor

Melinda Nabor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Whittier, CA


“As a bilingual & bicultural therapist, I am interested in addressing the underlying issues to help client 's healing process...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Ruiz

Stephanie Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Whittier, CA


“I strive to build a therapeutic bond where clients feel safe and supportive as we reflect on the challenges and collaborate on goals.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aracely Sorrels

Aracely Sorrels

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Whittier, CA


I'm a multicultural first generation female. I enjoy having the privilege to work with a variety of people in an effort to improve lives.

Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Rosania

John Rosania

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


INDIVIDUAL THERAPY - PSYCHOANALYSIS

I invite you to say what you would never say in ordinary conversation. I specialize in anxiety, depression, difficult to describe dissatisfaction, work/career difficulties, low self-esteem, sexual problems, imposter syndrome, men's issues, creative blocks, sexual abuse, religious/cultic/satanic trauma and relationship issues.

Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Bewley

Charles Bewley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


After graduating from New York University with a BFA in drama, I moved to Los Angeles and taught drama and English literature at an L.A. public high school for nearly 20 years. My experience working with teenagers and their families taught me that, all too often, kids' barriers to learning are not academic in nature, but rather emotional challenges stemming from adversity and trauma. I became more and more interested in learning how to help teenagers and adults alike navigate these obstacles and come out stronger in the long run. So, I went back to graduate school to pursue a new career as a therapist so that I could help in a different way. My training and experience has focused on treating anxiety disorders (including OCD), PTSD and Complex-PTSD, and also couples - helping them to navigate challenges and triggers so that they can reset and reconnect.

Aetna + 2 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anthony Boyd

Anthony Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm warm, direct, curious, and comfortable sitting with experiences that feel complicated, painful, or difficult to name.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maria Baldasseroni

Dr. Maria Baldasseroni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Studio City, CA


“I offer a space of sincere empathy and emotional safety to explore, learn and grow from discomfort and unease.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ofelia Oundjian

Ofelia Oundjian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Glendale, CA


“My goal as a clinician is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truly seen, heard and valued for who they are.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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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